IoT Service Provider & Solutions.
In Bochum.
From LoRaWAN network planning to hardware selection and managed IoT hosting – your IoT service provider for Bochum's university and technology hub. GDPR-compliant, personal, on-site.
IoT & Campus Connectivity for Bochum's Research and Technology Hub
Bochum stands for transformation: from the former Opel plant to the modern Mark 51°7 tech campus, from heavy industry to a knowledge-driven city with Ruhr-Universität Bochum as its innovation engine. Research institutions, automotive suppliers, and healthcare facilities like Bergmannsheil create new requirements for connected infrastructure every day. We operate the IoT platforms that power this transformation – reliably, scalably, and GDPR-compliantly hosted.
German Data Centers
Your IoT stack runs on GDPR-compliant servers in Germany. No US cloud, full data sovereignty for Bochum-based companies and research institutions.
24/7 Platform Monitoring
Proactive monitoring of all IoT services with automatic alerts. Guaranteed response times via SLA – including nights and weekends.
Dedicated Contact Person
No ticket system, no call center. Your direct line to the engineer managing your IoT instance in Bochum.
IoT Services in Bochum
Managed IoT Hosting
ChirpStack, ThingsBoard, and Grafana on hardened infrastructure. Including automatic backups, security updates, and availability guarantees – for Bochum-based companies, universities, and research projects.
LoRaWAN Network Deployment & Hardware
Complete LoRaWAN network deployment in Bochum: hardware selection (Milesight gateways & sensors), radio coverage analysis for campus grounds and industrial areas, on-site gateway installation, and network server configuration. From planning to commissioning – all from one source.
IoT Platform & App Development
End-to-end development of your IoT solution: custom web apps, mobile apps, Grafana and ThingsBoard dashboards. From research data visualization to production alerting logic – individually developed for Bochum's requirements.
IoT Applications in Bochum
Campus IoT & LoRaWAN Research Network
Hosting IoT platforms for campus-wide sensor networks: indoor climate monitoring, lecture hall occupancy detection, energy consumption tracking, and research data aggregation. We operate the server infrastructure for academic and applied IoT projects.
Tech Stack
ChirpStack, ThingsBoard, Milesight
Smart Parking & Mobility
Multi-tenant hosting for urban mobility solutions: parking space monitoring with LoRaWAN ground sensors, traffic flow analysis, and intelligent visitor management. Scalable platform with real-time dashboards and API connectivity.
Tech Stack
ThingsBoard PE, Grafana, MQTT
Industrial Retrofit for Automotive Suppliers
Hosted dashboards and data platforms for retrofitting existing machinery with IoT sensors. Vibration and temperature monitoring, OEE tracking, and predictive maintenance – VPN-secured connectivity to production environments across the Bochum area.
Tech Stack
ThingsBoard, Grafana, Node-RED, VPN
These are just examples – we serve many industries and use cases.
The Technology Behind Your IoT Infrastructure
We rely on a proven open-source stack: ChirpStack as LoRaWAN network server, ThingsBoard for device management and dashboards, Grafana for real-time visualization, and Node-RED for data routing. All hosted on hardened Linux servers with automatic backups and security updates.
15+ km
Range
10+ years
Battery
IP67
Protection
868 MHz
EU Frequency
Hardware Expertise with Milesight
We rely on Milesight and know the product portfolio inside out – from environmental sensors to LoRaWAN gateways to industrial controllers. We advise, source and integrate the right hardware for your use case.
Milesight hardware ships worldwide – we deliver pre-configured and firmware-updated, ready to deploy.
We also work with hardware from other manufacturers – whether proprietary or open-source. What matters is that it works reliably and integrates into our stack.
Our IoT Service Area
From Bochum, we manage IoT infrastructure across the central Ruhr area and beyond.
End-to-End IoT with merkaio
Our IoT services run under the merkaio brand. As an IoT system integrator, we guide you through the entire project – from analysis through network deployment and platform development to ongoing operations.
Discover merkaioOur IoT Services
React Native apps for iOS & Android: device pairing, sensor data, push notifications — GDPR-compliant.
Plan, deploy, and operate LoRaWAN networks. Gateway installation, ChirpStack, sensor integration – GDPR-compliant.
Multi-tenant IoT platforms on ThingsBoard: custom dashboards, rule engine, API integration – GDPR-compliant.
Custom rule chains, white-label, API integration and managed hosting. CE & PE – GDPR-compliant.
Custom dashboards, embedded panels, alerting and self-hosting. IoT monitoring with InfluxDB and Prometheus – GDPR-compliant.
FAQ about IoT in Bochum
Answers about our IoT services, LoRaWAN network deployment, campus IoT, platform development, and project process in Bochum.
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Services & Process
We cover the entire process: requirements analysis, conception, platform architecture design, hardware selection, on-site LoRaWAN network deployment, platform development (web apps, mobile apps, dashboards), and ongoing managed operations. From campus networks at RUB to industrial retrofit for automotive suppliers – everything from a single source.
We start with an initial consultation and requirements analysis. This is followed by architecture design, hardware selection, radio coverage analysis, gateway installation, platform development, app development, and go-live. Afterwards, we operate and monitor the entire infrastructure.
Yes. We support research projects at Ruhr-Universität Bochum and other universities with IoT infrastructure: from provisioning dedicated LoRaWAN research networks to hosting data platforms for scientific measurement campaigns.
LoRaWAN & Hardware
We primarily work with Milesight gateways and sensors – proven, CE-certified, and with excellent value for money. Depending on requirements, we also integrate other LoRaWAN hardware or sensors with MQTT, HTTP, or Modbus interfaces.
Yes. We create a radio coverage analysis upfront and plan the gateway positioning for the specific site – including consideration of building complexes, lecture halls, and underground areas typical at RUB and Mark 51°7.
Yes. We deliver all sensors and gateways with pre-set network parameters, payload decoders, and firmware updates. The devices are ready to use immediately and tuned to your platform.
Platform & Development
Yes. Beyond standard dashboards with Grafana and ThingsBoard, we develop custom web apps and mobile apps for specific use cases – such as campus management portals, research data cockpits, or facility management apps for building complexes.
Our core stack: ChirpStack as LoRaWAN network server, ThingsBoard (Community & Professional Edition) for device management, Grafana for visualization, and Node-RED for data flow automation. Custom apps are built with React, Next.js, and React Native.
Yes. Via REST APIs, MQTT, webhooks, and OPC-UA, we integrate IoT data into existing ERP, MES, LIMS, and building management systems. Interface development is part of our standard service scope.
Hosting & Security
On GDPR-compliant infrastructure in German data centers. Alternatively, we set up the platform on-premise in your Bochum data center or server room – ideal for universities with their own IT infrastructure.
We offer SLA tiers with availability guarantees up to 99.9%. Redundant infrastructure, automatic failover, and 24/7 monitoring ensure continuous operation.
Yes. We configure data retention, export interfaces, and access controls according to scientific project requirements. On request, we set up the platform on-premise within the university network – including VPN connectivity for remote maintenance.
Getting Started & Terms
A standard installation is production-ready within a few days. For complex projects with custom development and multiple buildings or locations, we create a joint rollout plan.
No. Our managed hosting services are cancellable monthly. We rely on quality and long-term collaboration rather than contract lock-in.
Yes. We design and develop multi-tenant platforms for multiple locations, buildings, or organizational units in the Bochum area and beyond – with location-specific dashboards, access controls, and custom alerting logic.
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