IoT Smart Water Heater
Managing water heaters and boilers can be a hassle, which includes frequent maintenance challenges and erratic energy use. Several households suffer from energy wastage and unforeseen malfunctions due to insufficient real-time monitoring of water heater performance, resulting in homeowners being naive to appliance problems until they arise.
The IoT-enabled Water Heater Service and Maintenance solution streamlines operations by linking your water heater to your home’s Wi-Fi network via a smart firmware device and the cloud. Homeowners may remotely manage their heater, configure schedules, monitor energy use, and promptly report malfunctions using an intuitive smartphone application. This intelligent solution enhances the efficiency, reliability, and responsiveness of your water heater, providing ease and assurance.
Tools Used
XCode
GitLab
SourceTree
About Project
Designed to address inefficiencies in water heater and boiler management, this SMART HEATER solution integrates IoT technology for seamless control and monitoring, all managed through a mobile app. The system incorporates a firmware device that connects to the appliance via serial protocols like GEA2 and a Wi-Fi adapter that enables connectivity to the cloud through Ayla Cloud, facilitating real-time updates and control.
Homeowners can manage temperature settings, schedule operations, track energy usage, and receive fault notifications. The contractor module enables configuration and installation of the devices, ensuring proper setup. This integration of IoT and mobile app technology ensures enhanced efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and complete control for homeowners.
Sector :
IoT & Smart Home Technology
Design Service:
Mobile Application Development & IoT Integration
Timeline :
2 years+
Our Technology
Frontend
Core Location
Frontend
Core Bluetooth
Cloud
Ayla Cloud Interaction
Frontend/Backend
Swift
API
Alamofire
Frontend
WKWebKit
Clients Requirements
Seamless IoT Connectivity & Device Control
Ability to connect water heaters/boilers to the cloud for remote monitoring and control.
Mobile App Accessibility & Multi-Device Support
Real-time control and monitoring of devices through the mobile app on iOS devices.
Automated Scheduling & Energy Management
Scheduling of heater operations and energy consumption tracking for optimal usage and efficiency.
Fault Detection, Maintenance & Security
Receive real-time fault alerts for proactive maintenance, with encrypted data and secure communication.
Our Approach
We designed a robust architecture integrating the GEA2 protocol, firmware, a Wi-Fi adapter, and Ayla Cloud for seamless connectivity.
The iOS mobile app was developed, enabling users to pair their devices via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for setup.
We connected the app to Ayla Cloud, allowing real-time monitoring, control, and data exchange between the water heaters and the app.
Implemented features to allow users to schedule operations and track energy usage, optimizing water heater efficiency.
Integrated real-time fault detection and notification systems to alert users of issues, enhancing proactive maintenance.
Contractors configured the heaters during installation, while homeowners gained full control over device management via the app.
Project Challenges
Water heaters lacked remote access, and firmware integration was complex, hindering communication between devices, Wi-Fi, and the cloud.
Homeowners needed an easy way to control water heaters remotely for energy efficiency and convenience.
Energy usage was unoptimized, with no way to track consumption patterns, leading to unnecessary energy waste and higher costs.
Fault detection was manual, leading to delayed maintenance and extended downtime, affecting both homeowners and contractors.
The installation process was complex for homeowners, with contractors having limited control over initial configuration and cloud connectivity setup.
Our Solution
Integrated Wi-Fi adapters and Ayla Cloud, enabling real-time monitoring, remote control, and scheduling of water heaters via the mobile app.
Built a convenient iOS application enabling homeowners to operate, schedule, and monitor their heating systems remotely.
Automated scheduling and energy monitoring were integrated into the application, enabling users to establish timers and effectively monitor energy use.
Enabled real-time fault detection and automated alerts within the mobile app, instantly notifying users of appliance issues for quicker intervention.
Simplified installation with BLE pairing, allowing contractors to configure devices and seamlessly connect them to the cloud for easy setup.
Key Features
Remote Temperature Control
Energy Consumption Tracking
Fault Detection Alerts
Automated Scheduling System
Real-Time Monitoring
Seamless Cloud Integration
User Interface Designs
Dynamic Statistics
Business Outcomes
The IoT-enabled solution improved water heater management by streamlining operations for both homeowners and professionals. The solution diminished maintenance costs and improved energy efficiency via real-time monitoring, automated scheduling, and proactive issue detection.
Cloud connectivity and mobile application control enhanced user experience, increasing customer happiness and engagement. The integration of smart technology improved operational efficiency and provided lasting value through energy conservation, expedited maintenance response times, and a more streamlined, user-friendly service for all stakeholders.
What does the Client Have to say about the project?
Our smart water heater offers practical benefits through remote management, energy monitoring, and timely malfunction alerts. The seamless integration and user-friendly interface have exceeded our expectations. We are grateful for Avidclan Technologies' support and highly recommend them for their effective IoT solutions.
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