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Julien Bertolini, Principal IoT Solution Architect at Volvo Group, shares his expertise on effectively implementing LoRaWAN technology for improved industrial logistics and operational efficiency.
Julien emphasizes the importance of directly engaging with workers to identify real-world challenges, a practice that guided him to develop successful solutions like battery level tracking for autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs). This simple yet impactful IoT project significantly reduced factory downtime and became an easy-to-adopt model across multiple global manufacturing sites.
Julien discusses key considerations when building an IoT network, highlighting the critical role of LoRaWAN cybersecurity. Recognizing the complexity and risks involved, he explains when itâs strategic to collaborate with specialized solution providers instead of relying solely on internal teams. His thoughtful approach ensures robust, secure IoT deployments at scale.
Key topics include:
Practical strategies for identifying operational problems through direct worker engagementSuccessfully scaling battery level tracking solutions using LoRaWANBuilding an IoT network beyond technical teams, fostering wider organizational adoptionStrategic decisions on deploying private vs public LoRaWAN networks for enhanced reliability and global coverageInnovations in asset tracking and industrial logistics driving Volvo towards Industry 4.0Julien concludes by highlighting asset tracking as the next major opportunity for companies to streamline internal and external logistics, transforming traditional manufacturing processes into agile, data-driven operations.
Connect with Julien:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbertolini/
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Michail Angelov, founder of IoTNet.eu and former Nokia IoT leader, talks about transforming water utilities through LoRaWAN-based remote water meter monitoring systems.
With over 20 years in telecom and IoT, Michail shares how he co-founded Nokiaâs Worldwide IoT Network Grid before pivoting into one of the most pressing infrastructure challenges of our time: water loss. His company, IoTNet.eu, now oversees over 40,000 connected water meters across Bulgaria, gathering millions of data points each month to drive efficient water distribution.
He explains how low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs), and LoRaWAN in particular, disrupted the sector by enabling real-time, battery-efficient communication in locations without constant powerâlike underground water meters. By turning what used to be expensive, inflexible infrastructure into a scalable, data-driven system, Michailâs work is redefining the economics and capabilities of water meter monitoring.
Why water utilities lose up to 70% of water between source and tapâand how IoT helps measure and recover those losses
How LoRaWAN became the foundation for a scalable remote water meter monitoring system
Lessons from building a nationwide IoT network and pivoting from connectivity to full-stack solutions
The role of Helium in reducing infrastructure costs and expanding coverage
Using AI and structured data to predict pipe failures, detect theft (ânon-technical lossesâ), and optimize performance
How local integrators anywhere in the world can partner to deploy IoTNetâs proven water meter monitoring system
This episode is packed with real-world insight into solving high-stakes utility problems with scalable IoT systems.
Links:
Michail Angelov - LinkedIn
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Andy Humphrey, founder of Harmony Analytica and host of The Sprinkler Nerd Show, talks about how LoRaWAN is transforming the irrigation industry with a data-first approach thatâs as practical as it is powerful.
With over 500 sensors already in the field, Andy shares how heâs built an IoT irrigation business around the principle of creating clarityâstarting with simple deployments and expanding once value is proven.
He breaks down the emerging business model of Sensor as a Service and how a well-placed soil moisture or pressure sensor can uncover hidden problems, provide an ROI, and unlock powerful insights for decision-makers.
His example of using a water meter monitoring system to diagnose a faulty pool fill setup shows just how impactful water meter monitoring can be when paired with the right tech stack.
Andy walks through his real-world strategy of âland and expand,â highlighting how starting with one smart irrigation controller or sensor often leads to broader deployments once trust is built. He also explains the value of knowing your customer deeply enough to build exactly what they needâeven if they donât know what that is yet.
We also dive into Andyâs framework of âIoT for CFOs,â exploring how data from water meter monitoring systems can finally give finance teams visibility into an often-overlooked line item. From diagnosing leaks to optimizing usage, the power of IoT irrigation isnât theoreticalâitâs actionable.
Finally, Andy shows how thinking vertically and designing for real-world use can turn a $5 soil moisture board into a $200 solution by solving the exact problem a customer facesâespecially in high-value landscapes.
Links:
Andy Humphrey on LinkedIn
Harmony Analytica
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Slaven DamjanoviÄ, CEO and founder of GLAMOS, talks about building the worldâs most advanced LoRaWAN testing toolâstarting from his own need for better field deployment visibility.
Overview
When deploying LoRaWAN devices in the field, understanding where your network truly reachesâand how different antennas or spreading factors impact connectivityâis critical. Slaven DamjanoviÄ created GLAMOS Walker as a virtual IoT sensor to do exactly that. What began as a personal tool to map coverage in Croatian vineyards quickly became a must-have in the Helium community, known for its intuitive design and pro-level insight.
Key Topics Covered
The origins of GLAMOS: solving the real-world problem of testing LoRaWAN deploymentsHow GLAMOS Walker acts like a virtual IoT sensor, simulating device behavior in the fieldUse during the Helium boom: rapid demand from thousands of users trying to optimize their gatewaysUnderstanding LoRaWAN data: RSSI, spreading factor, and antenna gain as key variables in deploymentIndoor coverage mapping: visualizing LoRaWAN signal strength room-by-room using 3D floorplansSpreading factor tradeoffs: SF10 vs SF7 and the impact on battery lifeâup to 20x differenceTesting LoRaWAN devices before deployment: reducing risk by validating connectivity conditionsPressure during Heliumâs rise: why field testing tools became critical for hotspot optimizationBusiness Insights
From agriculture to utilities, Slaven explains how GLAMOS enables smarter, faster deployments of LoRaWAN devices. With built-in data visualization tools and a simple UI, the Walker is both beginner-friendly and essential for pros. The episode offers a masterclass in deployment optimization for anyone serious about making LoRaWAN data work in the real world.
Links
Slaven on LinkedIn
GLAMOS Website
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Miroslav Macko, CEO and founder of Heliotics, explores the practical business applications of LoRaWAN technology, emphasizing simplicity and effectiveness in industrial environments. Miroslavâs background in lean manufacturing informs Heliotics' mission to streamline complex processes through accessible IoT solutions, providing tangible improvements in efficiency and cost savings.
Getting More Data Out Of The Machines
Miroslav highlights the power of LoRaWAN for industrial monitoring systems. He discusses Helioticsâ successful deployments, from industrial energy monitoring systems that significantly reduce electricity costs, to industrial machine monitoring systems that minimize waste and downtime.
Lean Simplicity Drives Industrial IoT Success
Drawing from lean manufacturing principles, Miroslav advocates keeping IoT platforms straightforward, focusing purely on actionable data. He explains how Heliotics designs intuitive, plug-and-play solutionsââlike a HomeKit for industrial companiesââallowing businesses without IoT experience to effortlessly adopt advanced monitoring capabilities.
Real-World Business Applications
Miroslav shares specific examples:
Industrial temperature monitoring systems deployed without costly wiring.Dust particle sensors combined with door sensors to reduce product defects and scrap rates.Direct messaging systems providing real-time alerts and action steps for factory managers.One standout project, the VodnĂk Fountain in TrenÄĂn, illustrates how logic from industrial monitoring can apply broadlyâachieving a 75% reduction in water use and optimized energy consumption through simple weather-responsive controls.
Leveraging Community Networks
Initially inspired by the Helium Network, Miroslav discusses its reliability as either a primary or backup solution. He emphasizes that community networks like Helium, supplemented by additional gateways for redundancy, are viable even in rigorous industrial environments.
Connect with Miroslav Macko
Miroslav Macko - LinkedIn
Heliotics Website
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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In this episode of The Business of LoRaWAN, I sit down with Tomi Piriyev, founder of NoliLab and creator of Loko â a peer-to-peer GPS tracking device that works without a SIM card, subscription, or cellular signal. Originally developed to solve problems in drone tracking, Loko evolved into a robust, low-power LoRa-based GPS tracker designed for real-world use in forests, farms, skydiving, and even search and rescue operations.
Tomi walks us through the evolution from his drone company to the creation of Loko. The device consists of two parts â a tiny GPS-enabled "Air unit" that transmits over LoRa, and a handheld ground receiver that connects to a smartphone via Bluetooth. The whole system works offline, powered by OpenStreetMap, and is compact enough to mount on a drone, collar, or vehicle.
We also talk about:
Why Tomi built Loko to avoid subscriptions entirelyHow LoRaâs long range and low power consumption make it ideal for offline trackingReal-world use cases: scientists locating forest sensors, skydivers retrieving gear, and Nevada SAR teams tracking dronesThe option to switch between LoRa peer-to-peer mode and LoRaWAN gateway modeThe path forward for NoliLab, including waterproofing and scaling productionWhether you're searching for car GPS tracking devices or looking to deploy your own LoRa-based private tracking network, this episode offers a refreshing look at what it means to build durable, dependable, offline IoT hardware.
Links
https://nolilab.com/
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Alper Yegin, CEO of the LoRa Alliance, joins the show to share strategic insights into the future of LoRaWAN as a utility-grade connectivity layer for IoT. With over 100 million LoRaWAN devices already deployed and 50% annual growth rates, Alper highlights how businesses can leverage certification, collaboration, and plug-and-play architecture to thrive in this evolving LPWAN landscape. This episode is essential listening for anyone building in IoT infrastructure or deploying scalable IoT monitoring solutions.
Key Points
Awareness and educationânot competing technologiesâare the biggest threats to LoRaWANâs growth. Many failed deployments result from misunderstanding how to use the protocol properly.The LoRa Allianceâs certification process has been streamlined and made more affordable, helping device makers win RFPs and expand into global markets more efficiently.LoRaWANâs roaming and integration across public, private, and satellite networks is paving the way for a globally unified, plug-and-play IoT connectivity experience.Businesses deploying LoRaWAN in smart buildings benefit from long-range, battery-efficient, low-cost, and license-free radio infrastructureâmaking it ideal for facilities like stadiums, retail chains, and office complexes.Strategic collaboration within the LoRa Alliance is accelerating product quality and ecosystem adoption, with members often working togetherâeven as competitorsâto grow the entire IoT pie.Businesses Mentioned
Verizon: Deployed LoRaWAN at State Farm Arena for facility management across the entire venue.AT&T: Launched a facility service called Connected Spaces, exclusively using LoRaWAN.MachineQ (Comcast subsidiary): Installed LoRaWAN sensors in over 10,000 Starbucks locations for cold chain monitoring.Rentokil: The worldâs largest pest control firm is adopting LoRaWAN to monitor hard-to-reach building areas.Shell, Total Energies, Chevron: Using LoRaWAN in oil and gas facilities for temperature, valve, and vibration sensing.Veolia: Operating 5 million live LoRaWAN water meters across France.Yorkshire Water: Deploying 1.3 million LoRaWAN-connected water meters in the UK.Memorable Quotes
âReality on the ground is ahead of the perception. There are a lot more deployments than meets the eye.ââPlug and play is key. You should be able to buy a device, turn it on, and it just connectsâanywhere in the world.ââIf people use LoRaWAN incorrectly and think it doesnât work, it sets them back years. Education is critical.âFind Our Guest
Alper Yegin - LinkedIn
LoRa Alliance
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Manoj Telrandhe from TerraQ discusses how they're using LoRaWAN across the Middle East to help businesses as they expand. LoRaWAN offers unique benefits for restaurants or businesses that are growing; put up one gateway and you basically can't outgrow the coverage.
Key Points
TerraQ's IoT solutions cater to diverse industries, including restaurants and smart cities, leveraging LoRaWAN for long-range, low-power communication.
The company's cloud-based application enables clients to monitor their dashboard statistics remotely, promoting scalability and flexibility.
LoRaWAN technology allows for customization, supporting various sensor deployments and use cases, from small restaurants to large smart cities.
Businesses Mentioned
TerraQ: Provides IoT solutions using LoRaWAN technology for industries like restaurants and smart cities.
Memorable Quotes
* "I fell in love with LoRaWAN, it removes all barriers with no wired connections."
* "Scalability is superb, you can use any kind of sensors and go to any level."
* "It's the future, LoRaWAN technology integrates a lot of protocols and removes geographical barriers."
LINKS
LinkedIn - Manoj
TerraQ
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Todayâs guest on MeteoScientific's The Business of LoRaWAN show is Robert Bogs, a media engineer turned IoT consultant whoâs taken his passion for technology and transformed it into real-world impactâboth commercially and in his own backyard.
Robert's day job is with Alpha-Omega Technology, helping customers deploy LoRaWAN and other LPWAN solutions at scale. But what sets him apart is how he's applied that same expertise to his rural village in eastern Germany. Through his initiative Kayna-funkt, Robert has built a model LoRaWAN network from the ground upâfunded by grants, powered by community involvement, and aimed squarely at solving problems that matter, like heating inefficiencies and environmental monitoring.
What makes Robert so effective is his ability to bridge two worlds. Heâs fluent in the language of engineers and makers, but he also speaks the local dialect of mayors, caretakers, and neighbors. That rare mix of technical depth and human connection lets him listen, guide, and implement solutions that stickâwhether it's a gateway on a church tower or a COâ sensor on a kitchen table.
Heâs got lessons for cities, for startups, and for every nerd whoâs ever wondered if they could make a difference.
Letâs dig in.
Kayna Funkt
Alpha Omega - IoT Shop
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.
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Scott Andrews, a dynamic figure bridging the public and private sectors in the UKâs LoRaWAN ecosystem, shares his unique insights into selling LoRaWAN solutions to both small private businesses and large public entities â from farmers monitoring vaccine fridges to councils implementing smart city projects. We dive into the challenges of change management, scaling deployments, and how small wins build toward big transformations.
Key Topics Covered:Private vs. Public Sector Deployments:
Scott highlights the differences between selling into the private sector (like small farms and butcher shops) versus public sector institutions (like councils and schools). A key theme is managing the aversion to change and public scrutiny in government projects.
Scaling Small:
Many private sector deployments are tiny â sometimes just 3â5 sensors monitoring vaccine fridges, milk storage, or walk-in freezers. But the impact is massive, saving time, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing defensible data.
Public Sector at Scale:
Scott shares how public health needs during COVID drove rapid, large-scale sensor rolloutsâlike deploying 200 COâ sensors across schools to measure fresh air intake.
The Thin End of the Wedge:
Success comes from small beginnings. Scott explains how a single gateway and a few sensors often lead to expanding sensor deployments once organizations see real-world benefits.
Making Data Understandable:
Many end usersâwhether farmers, butchers, or public servantsâarenât trained data analysts. Scottâs team at Sensibility uses AI tools like ChatGPT to create plain-English reports that make LoRaWAN data accessible and actionable.
Smart City Success:
Hear the story of how Scott helped the town of Abergavenny win an Innovation Award by deploying hidden soil moisture sensors in public planters to optimize wateringâand how they overcame technical challenges like vandalism risk.
Long-Term Vision:
Scott discusses why patience, word of mouth, and helping customers solve real operational problems are critical in building a successful IoT business over time.
Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-andrews-64754534/
https://www.senseability.uk/
https://abergavennytowncouncil.gov.uk/4442/uncategorised/abergavenny-excels-at-britain-in-bloom-awards-2023/Links - MetSci Show
Helium Global IoT Coverage - Want to know if Helium coverage exists where you need it? Check out this map!Helium Foundation - The Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group (IOTWG) has generously provided support for the first 6 months of shows, please go check them out and consider using the Helium LoRaWAN as a primary or backup on your next deployment. With over a quarter million gateways deployed worldwide, it's likely that you have and can use Helium coverage.Support The Show - If you'd like to support the MetSci Show financially, here's where you can donate on a one-time or an ongoing basis. Thank you!MetSci Show - If you'd like to use our IoT or AI Data Value calculators, or you'd like to contact me, the MetSci Show site is the best way to do it. MeteoScientific Console - Use LoRaWAN - The MeteoScientific Console allows you to use LoRaWAN today. As long as you have Helium coverage (and you probably do, about 90% of populated areas in the world have a gateway within 2 miles), you can onboard a sensor. You can always check coverage at https://explorer.helium.com and switch to the "IoT" tab in the top right.Support for this show generously...
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Paul Pinault is one of those rare people in IoT who not only understands the technology inside and out â from gateways to encryption keys â but also deeply gets the business of it. He started tinkering with low-power wireless before most people could even spell LPWAN, working with Sigfox back in 2014, and since then heâs helped shape the LoRaWAN landscape from multiple angles.
Heâs built hardware when no off-the-shelf options existed, rolled out full-stack IoT solutions, run his own startup, and now powers the console over at MeteoScientific. Heâs also a voice of clarity in the space â cutting through hype and focusing on outcomes that actually save companies money and solve real-world problems.
In this episode, we dig into the evolution of LPWAN, what mistakes businesses make when getting into IoT, and how Paul thinks about public, private, and shared infrastructure â especially in light of networks like Helium. Whether youâre deep in the weeds of deployment or just figuring out where LoRaWAN fits into your companyâs roadmap, Paulâs got insights you wonât want to miss.
Letâs dig in.
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpinault/
https://www.disk91.com/
https://metsci.show
https://support.metsci.show
https://console.meteoscientific.com
Support for this show generously provided by the Helium Foundation's IoT Working Group, please check out the Foundation here:
https://www.helium.foundation/
To see if there's Helium coverage in an area, visit:
https://world.helium.com/en/iot/coverage
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Carl is an electronics engineer, educator, and prototyper based in Manila, Philippines. Heâs been deep in the hardware game for over a decade, with a background that spans industrial sensor systems, embedded design, and, for the past several years, some of the most widely used LoRaWAN modules on the market
He currently works at RAKwireless, where he helps lead product education and development as an IoT Product Specialist. If youâve ever looked up how to use a RAK3172 or wanted to understand WisBlockâs modular ecosystem, chances are youâve read one of Carlâs guides or seen his posts. Heâs been a huge force in making LoRaWAN approachable â not just by helping build the tools, but by teaching the rest of us how to use them.
In todayâs episode, we dig into Carlâs journey from prototyping industrial sensors to helping ship over a million LoRaWAN modules, his philosophy on documentation and community feedback, and whatâs next for the LoRaWAN hardware world â from ESP32 + LoRa hybrids to satellite-connected devices and even Meshtastic mesh networks.
Carlâs one of the most thoughtful and enthusiastic builders in the space â letâs get into it.
Links:
Carl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlrowan/
Company: https://www.rakwireless.com/
MeteoScientific
https://console.meteoscientific.com
https://metsci.show
https://support.metsci.show
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Vasya Tremsin, the founder and CEO of Torch Sensors, joins us to discuss the groundbreaking use of LoRaWAN technology in wildfire detection. His company has developed solar-powered smart sensors that can identify heat, smoke, and gas, alerting us to fires within just three minutes of ignition. Vasya's journey began as a high school science fair project, sparked by witnessing the devastating impact of wildfires in his community. As we chat, he shares how Torch Sensors has rapidly evolved from a student project to a startup deploying sensors in high-risk areas across California, aiming to prevent wildfires before they escalate. This conversation is packed with insights on the intersection of technology and environmental safety, and how we can protect our communities from the ever-present threat of wildfires.
Takeaways:
Vasya Tremsin's journey from a high school science project to founding Torch Sensors showcases how innovative ideas can evolve into impactful companies. Torch Sensors utilizes LoRaWAN technology to detect wildfires early, often within three minutes of ignition, potentially saving lives and property. The sensors deployed by Torch are solar-powered, multi-modal devices capable of detecting heat, smoke, and gas over an area of 10 acres each. The devastating LA fires of 2025 spurred Torch into action, leading to rapid sensor deployment in critical areas to enhance wildfire detection capabilities. Torch Sensors aims to provide hyperlocal fire detection solutions, prioritizing high-value assets and communities in wildfire-prone regions. The business model of Torch includes both hardware costs and subscription services, emphasizing the value of early fire detection for customers.Links referenced in this episode:
torchsensors.comconsole.meteoscientific.commetsci.showCompanies mentioned in this episode:
Torch Sensors Helium Intel International Science Fair UC Berkeley IoT Working Group Helium Foundation MeteoscientificSupport the show! https://support.metsci.show
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Letâs break down the essentials of LoRa and LoRaWAN, two key players in the IoT landscape, and how you can leverage them for your business. At the heart of our discussion is the distinction between LoRa, the radio signal, and LoRaWAN, the comprehensive system that governs data transmission and structure. Think of LoRa as the car and LoRaWAN as the entire road network â itâs all about how these components work together.
Weâll also explore the four primary ways to utilize LoRaWAN: through public networks, community networks, private networks, and managed services.
In general, there are 4 different ways you could use a LoRaWAN.
They are Public, Community, Private, or Managed.
Public
You could subscribe to a public network operator or PNO, like Orange or Bouygues in France, Everynet in the U.S (and around the world), or AWS IoT Core or other PNOs.
PNOs install gateways across the city and offer the IoT connectivity as a service, so theyâll charge you a subscription to use their LoRaWAN.
Community
You could use a community network like TTN (the Things Network), where volunteers and organizations deploy gateways and share coverage for free. There is TTN coverage in most cities.
If there is TTN coverage where you are, you could just use it.
If you don't have coverage where you are, you would need to buy and install and set up a gateway, which would share your coverage with others.
Another community option is Helium. Helium has coverage almost everywhere in the developed world, and is how I got into LoRaWAN.
If thereâs coverage where you are, you can use it for a very small fee. As an example, if you were to use the MeteoScientific LNS on Helium, youâd pay about $0.88/year to send a packet of data every hour.
You can also buy and deploy a Helium gateway, called a Hotspot, to provide coverage, earning cryptocurrency in return.
The difference between Helium & TTN is the cryptocurrency aspect, which drives the difference in gateways (and therefore, overall coverage.)
TTN has 21k gateways worldwide. Helium has 296,000. Cryptocurrency incentives are powerful.
Private
The third way to use a LoRaWAN is to stand up your own private network. You can buy your own gateways, buy a block of addresses from the LoRa Alliance and set up your own LNS where youâre the only one using it.
Managed
Finally, you can just hire companies to do the whole thing for you.
My recommendation? Choose if youâre doing this for business or pleasure, then do the thing thatâs best for that. If youâre geeky, running your own isnât that hard. If you want someone else to do the tech lifting, reach out to me, Iâm happy to make recommendations.Links referenced in this episode:
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Bansi from Macnman joins us to unpack the intricacies of LoRaWAN and its significance for scaling solutions tailored for the Indian customer. We dive deep into how LoRaWAN can transform various industries by enabling the deployment of numerous low-power, battery-operated sensors that collect invaluable data. Bansi shares insightful use cases, particularly in smart agriculture and smart city applications, emphasizing the need for mass deployments to truly see a return on investment. He also highlights the critical balance between the technology's strengths and its limitations, especially regarding time-sensitive applications.
Takeaways:
Deploying hundreds of sensors is crucial for maximizing ROI with LoRaWAN technology. For IoT applications, understanding the strengths and limitations of LoRaWAN is essential. Automation in industries like agriculture can significantly benefit from LoRaWAN's long-range capabilities. LoRaWAN is not suitable for time-critical applications that require immediate response times. Effective use of LoRaWAN involves collecting meaningful data over a large network of devices.Links referenced in this episode:
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In this episode, we're breaking down the LoRaWAN signal path, making it easy to understand how data travels from sensor to application.
Figuring out how LoRaWAN works is the first step of unlocking the whole thing. Once you understand how the signal gets from the sensor to where you're going to use it, the pieces start to fall into place.
Takeaways:
LoRaWAN operates through a series of steps: sensor to gateway, gateway to LNS, and finally to the application where data is utilized. The sensor, also known as an end device or node, gathers measurements from the physical world, such as temperature or GPS data. Understanding the signal path in LoRaWAN is crucial for effectively leveraging its capabilities in business applications. The LNS acts as the brain of the LoRaWAN system, managing device authentication and filtering duplicate messages to ensure accurate data transmission. In traditional LoRaWAN, a gateway forwards sensor data to the LNS, which decodes it before sending it to an application for action. Helium's model adds an extra step with the Helium Packet Router, which facilitates cryptocurrency transactions behind the scenes, making it user-friendly.Links referenced in this episode:
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Rish Chauhan, Head of Sales at The Things Industries, joins us to explore power of LoRaWAN in business. We dive into how companies are leveraging this open source technology to tackle real-world challenges and generate significant ROI. Rish shares insights on what makes an ideal customer for TTI and highlights the most profitable use cases that emerge in various sectors, from retail to agriculture. We also discuss the importance of patience in the IoT journey, as the return on investment isnât instantaneous but well worth the wait. With a glimpse into innovative applications like environmental monitoring and cattle behavior tracking, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to harness the potential of LoRaWAN in their business.
Takeaways:
The ideal customer for LoRaWAN solutions is one who has a clear problem to solve and is open to innovative business models. Patience is key when adopting IoT technologies, as measurable results typically take time to manifest. Real-world applications of LoRaWAN range from environmental monitoring to smart agriculture, showcasing its versatility. Companies can add multiple use cases at a minimal additional cost once the initial infrastructure is in place, maximizing ROI. Understanding the strategic points for gateway installation is crucial for efficient monitoring across distribution lines.Links referenced in this episode:
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đ Episode Overview
In this episode, we sit down with Dean Marsh, a veteran in the world of LoRaWAN-powered IoT deployments across the UK. From saving lives in rural Welsh housing to uncovering criminal activity through smart sensors, Dean shares how simple, scalable IoT solutions can drive massive impactânot just efficiency. Whether it's reducing costs, slashing COâ emissions, or catching drug gangs, this oneâs about using LoRaWAN where it truly matters.
đ§ What Youâll LearnHow a LoRaWAN sensor helped save an elderly man suffering from hypothermiaâWhy LoRaWAN is ideal for scaling low-cost, battery-powered sensors in social housing, utilities, and constructionâThe surprising story of how footfall sensors exposed a drug gang operating out of a residential buildingâWhy changing processes, not just tech, is key to successful IoT adoptionâHow partnerships (like UK Connect + Daizy) are simplifying enterprise-scale IoT rolloutsâ
đ ď¸ Technologies & Use Cases DiscussedSocial Housing: LoRaWAN for detecting mold risk, fuel poverty, emergency lighting compliance, and smoke alarm automation.Utilities: Millions of LoRaWAN-connected water meters transmitting hourly readings.Construction Sites: Real-time compliance and safety monitoring with LoRaWAN.Optimized Retrofit Projects: Measuring thermal efficiency in homes using multi-sensor data.
đĄ Key TakeawaysStart with the pain points: Customers donât care about the tech; they care about saving time, money, and carbon emissions.Automate compliance: Dean shows how LoRaWAN eliminates manual checksâfrom emergency lights to Legionella risk assessments.Itâs all about process change: Successful IoT projects rewrite outdated workflowsânot just add dashboards.
đ Resources & MentionsUK ConnectDaizy Platform â Used for large-scale IoT provisioning and management.MeteoScientific Console â Try LoRaWAN with 400 free data credits.
đ Special ThanksThis episode is brought to you by the IoT Working Group at the Helium Foundation.
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In this debut episode, we explore the surprising impacts of something as simple as rain â on traffic, farming, shipping, tourism, and more â and how we can only understand those effects if we measure them. Thatâs where IoT and LoRaWAN come in. Nik Hawks introduces the power of Internet of Things sensors and LoRaWAN networks to deliver long-range, low-power data that fuels better decisions. Whether you're new to IoT or deep in deployment, this episode sets the stage for a practical, story-driven journey into the real-world value of LoRaWAN technology.
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