From South Africa to China and Back — Pushing the Limits of Hardware Innovation
Over the past 12 years, we’ve proudly led the field of electronic hardware R&D in South Africa. No matter how much we refined our process, the hardware development cycle rarely dropped below 2 months per design. And in this space, we can confidently say — no one in South Africa was faster or more reliable […]
Why South Africa Still Loves Sigfox for IoT — and Why That Might Be a Problem
In South Africa, Sigfox continues to dominate IoT deployments — and it’s easy to see why: ✅ Easy to use ✅ Low-cost devices ✅ Just a few lines of code to get started But here’s the catch: ⚠️ Limited network flexibility ⚠️ Very low data throughput ⚠️ Poor fit for industrial or mission-critical use cases […]
South Africa’s IoT Dilemma: Why 4G May Be the Most Practical Choice for Industrial Applications
When it comes to IoT connectivity in South Africa, one question keeps surfacing: Why does Sigfox still dominate over LoRaWAN? The answer lies in simplicity vs. scalability, cost vs. capability, and a growing realization: ➡️ In many industrial settings, 4G/NB-IoT may simply be the better fit. ⚙️ Sigfox: Simple, But Limited Sigfox has earned its […]
addanode will join 12th Manufacturing Indaba 2025 Johannesburg 15-16 July 2025
Manufacturing Indaba 2025 Conference and Exhibition 15 – 16 July 2025, Sandton Convention Centre, JHB Africa is home to 15% of the world’s population and abundant resources, yet it contributes only around 3% to global manufacturing. Manufacturing is crucial for job creation and driving sustainability across the continent, offering a pathway to self-sufficiency and economic […]
Why Most Vibration-Based Motor Monitoring Projects Are Doomed to Fail
In recent years, we’ve seen a surge in local IoT companies pitching vibration-based motor monitoring solutions—using single or multi-axis motion sensors to track amplitude, frequency, and acceleration as predictors of motor failure. Sounds smart, right? Then why do so many of these projects fail in the real world? Here’s the harsh truth: Vibration data alone […]
See us at AATF 2025 M503
We will join the AATF two weeks late. Mark your calendars! From 6–8 May 2025, the Africa Automation Technology Fair is your gateway to groundbreaking solutions, knowledge-sharing, and powerful networking opportunities. Take the first step toward transforming your business today! 👉Register here: https://bit.ly/AATF2025Reg #addanode #AATF2025 #Africa #Technology #Automation #FutureReadySmartSolutions
From Pizza to Platform: What a Pizzeria Can Teach Us About Smart Factory Transformation
When thinking about industrial digital transformation, we often default to complex systems, heavy machinery, or high-tech sensors. But what if we reimagine this journey through something as simple — and familiar — as a pizza shop? Here’s how a humble pizzeria mirrors the stages of a factory’s digital evolution: 🍕 Stage 1: Craftsmanship At the […]
addanode will join AATF2025 Africa Automation Technology Fair
addaNet does not control things like PLC, but works alongside traditional PLC systems and legacy equipment. addaNet is a cloud-based IoT solution built for decision-makers by addanode Pty Ltd. addaNet extracts and visualizes only the most critical data — helping you make smarter, faster decisions. Be sure to join us from 6 – 8 May […]
