From fixing to predicting: An Introduction to Predictive Maintenance
Companies often maintain their assets reactively and repair or replace an asset only after it has already broken down. This is known as reactive maintenance. Reactive maintenance is problematic and is frequently associated with equipment breakdowns, which disrupts operations and leads to substantial losses. Reactive maintenance also leads to, amongst others, sub-optimal overall equipment efficiency. […]
5 Key factors to consider when developing a medical (IoMT) device
Despite economic uncertainties due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the medical technology industry (MedTech), according to Reportlinker, is expected to reach an estimated $432.6 billion by 2025. In this regard, the focus is being placed on interconnected devices as the healthcare industry is increasingly adopting connected devices intending to improve future healthcare altogether. It is advisable, […]
How connected medical devices are disrupting the healthcare landscape in 2021 and beyond
The healthcare industry is facing a variety of challenges —from increasing costs and an ageing population to the demand for fast and personalised healthcare. Especially during the current COVID-19 pandemic. However, these challenges have also opened the door for the development of healthcare IoT solutions (i.e., connected medical devices). This is evident when considering the […]
Connected medical devices: Five advantages you should consider
According to the IBM Institute for Business Value, the estimated number of connected medical devices – that is, medical devices connected to the Internet – is expected to increase from 10 billion to 50 billion over the next decade. This presents several advantages from both a clinical and data perspective. We look at five such […]
Transforming to Industry 4.0 doesn’t have to be rocket science
How we manufacture products and design systems has transformed significantly as a result of the digitisation of all industries. This transformation and transition have been so compelling that it’s being referred to as Industry 4.0 – the fourth industrial revolution (or 4IR). Industry 4.0 will see many tasks that were once performed by us, now […]
Key takeaways and trends: Internet of Things (IoT) World 2020 Expo
The IoT ecosystem is rapidly increasing, with reports estimating that by 2021 the number of connected devices is expected to reach 28 billion worldwide. This makes IoT-focused events such as the IoT World 2020 expo the ideal space to collaborate, discuss the latest trends and developments and test new products. Polymorph attended this virtual world […]
Why quality IoT data is critical for predictive maintenance and how it can be achieved
Our previous post concluded with the following statement: “Garbage in, garbage out” and highlighted that for predictive maintenance to be effective, you need refined, quality data. When data is “dirty” or fragmented you will not only have to spend a significant amount of time to turn it into useful information, but you will not be […]
An introduction to predictive maintenance
Maintenance costs form a major part of the total operating costs of all manufacturing and production plants. Depending on the specific industry, maintenance costs can be anywhere between 15 and 60% of the cost of goods produced. For example, in food-related industries, the average maintenance costs are approximately 15% of the production cost but for […]
IoT decision-making tree: The advantages of IOT devices that fly below the internet radar
We have recently undertaken an article series in which we unpack the IoT decision-making tree, evaluate the various options available, and provide guidelines when considering creating your own IOT product or solution. Article 1 introduced the IOT decision-making tree. how to choose the right IOT protocol, and how to determine the type of IOT connectivity […]
Polymorph joins forces with Energy Partners to expand their business and develop a revolutionary business intelligence system for utility management
Energy Partners, a leading energy utility provider in South Africa and Africa, tasked Polymorph to create a reliable data management platform that collects and manages IOT data from devices across the Energy Partners’ network. The goal is to provide data and business insights to all stakeholders and ultimately to create user-friendly products to revolutionise the […]