Solar panels, wind turbines, and battery technologies are developing at unbelievable speeds, quickly making the 20th-century energy industry a thing of the past. Not only are the means of energy production rapidly evolving, but the tools used to transmit and distribute electricity are also helping producers maximize efficiency and prevent blackouts. Below are just a few of the ways IoT applications are shaking up the energy industry.

How IoT Applications Are Transforming the Energy Industry

1. Preventing Breakdowns

IoT applications allow generators and other equipment to communicate directly with remote monitoring devices, which can watch for vibrations or other signs of mechanical problems. Anomalies outside specific parameters then trigger a warning, giving maintenance personnel the chance to fix the issue before vital equipment breaks down.

2. Automating Production

Combined with AI and machine learning, IoT applications make it possible to develop fully autonomous power plants, oil drills, and power transmission facilities. These systems can be fully self-regulating, continuously adjusting processes to minimize issues and maximize efficiency.

3. Enhancing Energy Distribution

Residential solar panels and home wind turbines reduce overall demand, but they also mean distribution systems now have to manage thousands of small power sources instead of one large plant. This would be a challenge for human operators, but IoT technology allows the grid to detect and automatically adjust to changes in supply and demand.

4. Reducing Emissions

Cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions is a top priority for businesses throughout the energy industry that are already employing IoT applications in innovative ways. For instance, an IoT network can maximize efficiency and reduce pollution by adjusting oxygen flow and other parameters to achieve maximum combustion.

5. Providing Information to Consumers

IoT technology isn’t just changing the way energy is produced, but it’s also affecting how it’s consumed. Smart energy meters and other IoT-equipped devices can monitor the usage of every appliance and device, giving residential and business customers the information to reduce consumption and increase efficiency further.

To meet the needs of their clients in the energy industry, authorized resellers need a suite of IoT applications using the most advanced technology on the market. MACH Networks in Carlsbad, CA, specializes in providing fully managed solutions to agents across the country, with options designed to help your clients compete in the 21st century. Visit their website or follow their Twitter for an overview of the managed solutions they offer, and call (866) 972-7677 to speak with an industry leader today. You can also learn more about the company on their LinkedIn.