Data Unified, Industry Intelligent

Bivocom, a global leader in industrial IoT connectivity, and vNode, a complete Edge Platform for IIoT and DataOps, today announced a Technology Partnership. Amid rapid industrial digital transformation, factories and utility sites rely on multi-vendor field equipment. These include PLCs, RTUs, sensors and meters that operate on Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA and various proprietary protocols. This mix creates protocol fragmentation and data silos, while undermining reliable remote connectivity and unified operational management.

Integrated Synergy: Hardware × Edge Data Hub

This collaboration combines Bivocom’s industrial connectivity excellence with vNode’s edge data orchestration intelligence to address core IIoT challenges. Heterogeneous device access, unstable network transmission, high integration costs and delayed data value realization. Together, the two parties build a closed‑loop, future‑proof industrial IoT system.

Bivocom: Rugged Industrial Connectivity Hardware

Bivocom provides industrial-grade 5G/GNSS/LoRa routers, gateways, modems, RTUs, IoT platforms and solutions, all engineered for harsh operating environments. Supporting a wide temperature range of -35°C to +75°C, dual SIM/module failover and rich I/O interfaces (RS232, RS485, RJ45, DI/DO, CAN). Bivocom devices ensure stable physical connectivity in unattended field sites, factories and utility infrastructures. Native support for Modbus, MQTT, DNP3, IEC 101/104 and OPC UA, plus programmability via Python, Node‑RED, C/C++, docker, Ubuntu enables flexible edge adaptation. Backed by global certifications including ISO, CE, FCC, NGS, EN 18031, Bivocom hardware delivers reliable, compliant field access for mission‑critical operations.

vNode: Industrial Edge Data Hub & IIoT Platform

vNode is a data-centric IIoT and DataOps platform built for usability and large-scale scalability. vNode builds bidirectional OT-IT pipelines. It unifies operational data into a single source of truth. This links field operations with on‑prem and cloud apps. vNode 1.22 introduces a high-performance TimescaleDB-based Historian. It handles millions of data points per second. The new MCP Server exposes contextualized OT data to AI agents. This release also expands native connectivity and adds native two-factor authentication.

Joint Advantages: Unified End‑to‑End IIoT Solution

1. Edge Intelligence & AI Readiness: Bivocom Edge Hardware Carrier (device compute) × vNode Edge Software Brain (data structure). Programmable 5G AIoT Edge Gateway (e.g. TG465, with ARM CPU + NPU, Ubuntu/OpenWrt, and Python/C/C++ support) + MCP Server expose OT data to AI agents for natural language queries, automated KPIs, and anomaly detection – no custom engineering.
2. Unified Device & Protocol Integration: Bivocom hardware connects to any industrial asset via RS232/485, Ethernet, 5G/4G, and native Modbus/MQTT. vNode’s input modules then translate protocols into a single, standardised data model. No custom middleware, no per‑tag licensing – just true plug‑and‑play from sensor to cloud.
3. Network Resilience & Data Integrity: Bivocom’s dual SIM/module failover/local storage + vNode’s Store&Forward ensure data is never lost under unstable, intermittent, or low-bandwidth networks. Even during hours‑long cellular outages, every data point reaches its destination – essential for water utilities, energy grids, and remote infrastructure.
4. End-to-End Industrial Security: Bivocom’s hardware security (VPN, firewall) + vNode’s software security (Data Diode, encryption, certificate authentication, closed inbound ports) builds a defense-in-depth security system that meets IT security specifications while protecting OT site safety.
5. Simplified Deployment & O&M: Bivocom rugged hardware & vNode zero‑programming enable hours‑not‑months deployment; vNode (data semantics) + Bivocom (reliability) unified via WebVision & DMP for remote O&M and single‑pane control, cutting on‑site labor.

Business & Industry Value

• For end‑users: Lower deployment and O&M costs, higher data reliability, stronger security, faster digital transformation.
  
• For integrators: One‑stop solution delivery, reduced project complexity, shorter delivery cycles, higher profitability.
  
• For industries: Powers smart factories, smart grids, water utilities, oil & gas, and smart cities with a stable, secure, intelligent IIoT infrastructure.

Our Shared Vision for a Connected, Intelligent World

Bivocom Vision: To be the global leader in industrial IoT connectivity, secure every critical  asset, connect industries worldwide. And build a safer, smarter and more sustainable future where every connection drives genuine progress.

vNode Vision: We will be the world’s most trusted industrial data hub — where OT meets IT, machines speak AI, and every factory runs cyber-secure. We exist to eliminate the gap between industrial machines and digital intelligence. By making OT/IT convergence radically simple, secure by design, and AI-ready from day one. We empower hardware manufacturers and industrial operators to unlock the full value of their data — without complexity, without risk, and without limits.

Take Action

1. Integration Guides: Review the detailed technical documentation on integrating Bivocom gateways with the vNode platform for step-by-step configuration.
   
2. Stay Updated: Follow Bivocom (LinkedIn: Bivocom, Twitter: Bivocom_IoT, Facebook: Bivocom, YouTube: @bivocom5540) and vNode (LinkedIn: vNode) for the latest product updates and ecosystem news.
   
3. Get in Touch: For specific project inquiries or custom solution design, contact Bivocom at [email protected].
   

About Bivocom

Bivocom is a leading global IoT and M2M solution provider, trusted in 90+ countries. With 11+ years of deep expertise and a 200+ specialist team. Our portfolio spans IoT sensors, 5G/4G/LoRa routers, gateways, modems, RTUs, and IoT platforms. We empower sustainable, connected ecosystems across energy, water, smart city (traffic, poles, buildings, HVAC), industrial automation, and agriculture.

About vNode

vNode is a complete industrial edge platform for IIoT and DataOps. Backed by 15+ years of industrial expertise, it provides out‑of‑the‑box Plug&Play, built‑in Store&Forward, object‑oriented configuration, and minimum hardware requirements. With unlimited tags, redundancy, enterprise security, and AI‑ready integration, vNode enables simple, secure OT‑IT convergence and multi‑platform data delivery worldwide.