What do IoT technology, smart connectivity, and the beer industry have in common? Thanks to an innovative collaboration between Spinview, Pelion, and DING, the answer is simple: better beer, smarter cellar management, and a more sustainable brewery operation.

In 2023, Spinview, a leader in digital twin technology, partnered with Pelion to develop a solution that would optimize beer cellar conditions. Working alongside DING, a company dedicated to eco-friendly beer line cleaning technology, they created a real-time monitoring system that helps bar and pub operators ensure beer quality, reduce waste, and lower operational costs.

With Pelion’s powerful and effortless IoT connectivity and multi-network SIM solutions, Spinview successfully empowered bar operators to remotely monitor critical cellar conditions—temperature, humidity, pH levels, and more. The result? Better beer, smarter operations, and reduced waste.

The Challenge

DING, a company focused on sustainable beer line cleaning technology, was facing a critical challenge: how to remotely monitor beer cellar conditions to ensure consistent beer quality while reducing operational costs. Traditional beer cellar monitoring systems required frequent physical inspections, which were costly and inefficient. Additionally, ensuring the optimal temperature for storing beer—between 10-13°C—was a complex task, especially with the increasing variability in climate.

The answer lay in using IoT connectivity to remotely monitor critical cellar conditions. But to ensure success, the system had to be reliable, secure, and able to handle the data-heavy demands of IoT devices placed in challenging environments, such as underground cellars with poor network coverage.

Pelion’s Role in the Solution

Spinview, with its expertise in digital twin technology, needed an IoT connectivity partner that could deliver reliable, 24/7 connectivity in environments where traditional connectivity options struggled. Spinview turned to Pelion, known for its robust IoT solutions and expertise in multi-network SIM technology.

Pelion’s challenge was to provide uninterrupted, secure connectivity that would allow Spinview’s IoT-enabled devices to send real-time data from beer cellars back to their central

platform. This data included temperature, pH levels, and beer line cleaning conditions—all critical to maintaining beer quality.

Tori Mackenzie-Harvey, Commercial Director at Spinview, says: “Pelion’s flexibility was key. Their pay-as-you-go data model gave us the freedom to scale up or down based on customer needs without being tied to a long-term contract. We needed a partner who could guarantee seamless, resilient connectivity for our IoT devices, and Pelion delivered on that."

What Pelion Delivered

Pelion’s involvement in Spinview’s project began with a focus on ensuring reliable, uninterrupted connectivity for their IoT devices. Spinview’s smart beer cellar monitoring system relied heavily on continuous data transmission, even in challenging environments like underground cellars, where signals are often weak. To tackle this, Pelion provided multi-network SIMs that ensured Spinview’s devices remained connected at all times. Whether there was a network failure or difficult signal conditions, Pelion’s solution kept the monitoring system up and running smoothly, giving Spinview the peace of mind that their real-time data would always be accessible.

As the project evolved, Pelion’s flexible, scalable connectivity model became a key advantage for Spinview. The pay-as-you-go data plan allowed Spinview to customize their solution for each customer, adapting to their specific needs without the constraints of traditional, long-term contracts. This flexibility gave Spinview the ability to scale the solution across multiple locations, whether it was a single pub or a chain of bars, providing effortless connectivity as their client base expanded.

Keeping the solution secure

Security was another critical factor for Spinview, as the data being transmitted was highly sensitive, involving cellar temperatures, pH levels, and beer quality metrics. Pelion took great care to ensure that all data sent between Spinview’s IoT devices and the cloud was secure. In addition to security, Pelion offered ongoing technical support, helping Spinview optimize their IoT system whenever necessary. Whether it was troubleshooting connectivity issues or fine-tuning the overall performance, Pelion’s dedicated team was always ready to lend their expertise and resources to ensure the project’s success.

But perhaps the most valuable aspect of Pelion’s involvement was their expert guidance throughout the entire process. Pelion didn’t just supply the technology; they worked alongside Spinview, providing tailored advice on how to configure the SIMs for optimal connectivity. They also helped assess network coverage requirements, ensuring that remote beer cellar monitoring could continue without any interruptions. This close collaboration was essential in fine-tuning Spinview’s IoT solution, ensuring the connectivity was not only robust but also efficient, fully meeting the demands of the brewery and pub operators.

How Pelion Ensured Success

• Uninterrupted Connectivity: Pelion’s multi-network SIMs ensured reliable connections, even in weak-signal areas.

• Tailored Connectivity Solutions: Pelion worked with Spinview to customize the system for each test location.

• Seamless IoT Integration: Continuous data flow from sensors to the platform was ensured.

• Data Security: Pelion implemented robust protocols to secure sensitive data.

Proving the Concept

Pelion’s connectivity played a pivotal role in the success of the proof of concept (POC) at two test sites: a pub chain in London and a hotel chain in Bracknell. IoT sensors were installed to monitor temperature, pH levels, and beer line status, sending the data via Pelion’s multi-network SIMs to Spinview’s platform. This platform allowed pub operators to track cellar conditions remotely and receive real-time alerts for temperature fluctuations or necessary beer line cleaning.

Tori Mackenzie-Harvey highlights the importance of Pelion’s connectivity: “Without reliable connectivity, we wouldn’t have been able to prove the value of this solution. Pelion’s SIMs ensured that we could offer continuous, real-time monitoring, which is essential to our clients’ success. Downtime is not an option.”

Key Benefits and Results

• Operational Efficiency: With Pelion’s connectivity, pub operators no longer need to manually inspect beer cellars. They can now monitor all conditions remotely, saving time and reducing costs.

• Reduced Beer Waste: Continuous temperature monitoring allowed operators to catch issues like overheating early, preventing beer spoilage and wastage.

• Cost Savings: The flexible pay-as-you-go model allowed Spinview to scale the solution efficiently, reducing upfront costs for pub operators and enabling them to pay only for the data they use.

• Improved Beer Quality: By ensuring that beer cellars maintained the correct temperature and conditions, Pelion’s IoT connectivity helped preserve beer quality and taste.

The Future of Beer Cellar Management

The collaboration between Spinview and Pelion marks a significant leap forward in IoT-enabled beer cellar management. By ensuring continuous connectivity, Pelion has empowered Spinview to offer a solution that not only improves operational efficiency but also helps breweries and pubs maintain the high standards of beer quality their customers expect.

Tori Mackenzie-Harvey concludes: “We’re excited about the future. Digital twin technology is transforming how we monitor and manage facilities, and Pelion’s connectivity will continue to play a key role in ensuring we can deliver real-time insights to our clients. With Pelion’s help, we’re able to keep improving the sustainability, efficiency, and quality of beer cellars everywhere.”

Thanks to Pelion’s robust IoT connectivity solutions, Spinview has successfully enhanced the beer cellar management process, offering pubs and breweries smart, real-time monitoring and cost-effective operations. As the beer industry continues to evolve, Pelion’s flexible, secure connectivity will remain a cornerstone of IoT innovation, helping businesses optimize their operations and improve their bottom lines.

Key Takeaways

• Robust Connectivity: Multi-network SIMs ensure uninterrupted IoT connectivity.

• Flexible Solutions: Pay-as-you-go model offers scalability for various clients.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Empower real-time cellar monitoring to improve beer quality.

• Reduced Waste: The IoT solution minimizes beer spoilage and operational costs.

• Successful Testing: Proven effective at test sites in London and Bracknell.

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