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Wireless Temperature Monitoring
If you’re looking for a cloud-based wireless temperature monitoring system that helps your team eliminate manual logging, improve compliance readiness and protect all your sensitive assets, you’ve arrived at the right place.
Some of the finest names in healthcare, including Indiana University Health, Ohio University Innovation Center, and Nomi Health (not to mention Harvard and Stanford Universities), rely on Sonicu to provide robust continuous temperature monitoring for their cold and frozen environments.
These respected brands turn to Sonicu for three primary reasons:
- Operational Efficiency: Virtually eliminate the need for tedious and costly manual logging
- Compliance Automation: Respond to virtually any regulatory audit or inspection in a few clicks with our reports section
- Asset Protection: Detect and respond to any temperature excursion that can threaten virtually anything perishable: food, drugs, vaccines, research, etc.
When you combine these three significant feature benefits, our clients average about $80,000 of savings for every 100 hospital beds.
At research or university locations without beds, it’s simple to imagine the time savings alone by simply not having staff manually record temperatures several times per day.
Our customers stay with us thanks to our American-based customer support, which is never more than a phone call away.
While our technology is intuitive and powerful, we know it’s only as strong as the people who stand behind it.
Wireless temperature monitoring refers to the use of wireless technology to remotely measure and track the temperature of a specific environment or object.
It is often used in a variety of industries, including healthcare, food and beverage, and manufacturing, to ensure that temperatures remain within a safe range for both products and employees.
A wireless temperature monitoring system typically consists of a smart temperature sensor or a set of sensors that are placed in the area or on the object to be monitored.
A wall mounted ambient room temperature sensor may be particularly convenient.
These sensors collect temperature data and transmit it wirelessly to a central hub or gateway, which then sends the data to a cloud-based platform or an on-premise server for analysis and storage.
Sonicu only uses the AWS cloud for maximum security, reliability and 24/7 access from anywhere with virtually zero support from your IT departent. While some monitoring organizations still rely on on-premises servers for data storage, the migration to the cloud for many of our
The sensor data can be used to set up alerts and alarms so that if the temperature goes out of a safe range, an alert can be sent to the responsible person, allowing them to take action in a timely manner.
But not every alarming system is created equal and Sonicu has invested significant engineering resources to create two powerful differentiators for our customers.
First, alarm buffering is a algorithm built on millions of alarm points worth of experience to avoid too many alarms that alarm fatigue, meaning too many alarms that lead to people ignoring the “real” issue when it arises.
Second, easy to build alarm trees that make it simple to layer in graduating layers of alerting to different people in an organization, including phone calls, e-mails, texts and push notifications to the SoniCloud mobile app.
Both of these differentiators are designed with one goal in mind: to create alarms that won’t get ignored and alert the exact right people at precisely the right time to protect your perishable assets.
Temperature data can also be analyzed to identify patterns and trends, which can help to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
Wireless temperature monitoring can be beneficial in many industries.
You can learn more about how our software helps compliance professionals in these case studies:
Discount Drug Mart: Power Outage Protection + Compliance Automation
Problem: Transitioning from manual temperature logs and reactive power outage management
Solution: Adopting Sonicu's advanced system for seamless temperature monitoring and real-time power outage alerts across its 77 locations.
Hendricks Health: From Nutrition to the OR
Problem: The need to improve compliance and safety across various departments, starting from nutrition to the operating rooms.
Solution: Upgraded monitoring systems to enhance patient safety and streamline compliance across multiple facilities, including local YMCA rehabilitation facilities.
IU Health: Enterprise Monitoring
Problem: Challenges of using a locally based server and multiple monitoring solutions across departments.
Solution: Transitioned to a single, cloud-based solution with Sonicu to enhance monitoring capabilities across more than a dozen locations and the IU School of Medicine.
In healthcare, for example, a wireless temperature monitoring system for cold storage equipment can help ensure that sensitive items and medications are kept at the proper temperature to maintain safety and effectiveness.
Sonicu’s wireless temperature monitoring provides 24/7 monitoring and automatically logs all temperature data and auto-generates regulatory compliance reports.
Sonicu offers temperature monitoring solutions for a number of industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and food safety.
Sonicu’s temperature monitoring systems are equipped with multiple advanced features, such as:
- Advanced alarming
- Digital sensors
- Reporting across the cold storage environment and actual sensors
- Battery backup for the communicating meter
- Flexible data transmission
- Easy C Calibration for NIST certificates
Maintaining the right room temperature is critical for those in industries like healthcare and food safety, and Sonicu’s solutions can help give you peace of mind knowing that your most valuable assets are protected, especially when you aren’t physically present in the room.
Temperature Monitoring System
Temperature monitoring systems used in a variety of industries to keep temperatures where they need to be.
A temperature monitoring system can alert users to changes in temperature, allowing them to make adjustments remotely.
One of the great things about room temperature monitor wi-fi sensors is that they can be controlled via a number of different devices.
This adds a whole other layer of convenience that isn’t typically found with less advanced systems.
In many cases, however, the temperature isn’t the only element that needs monitoring.
You may need to monitor humidity and air pressure differential as well, which is where a wi-fi temperature and humidity sensor can really come in handy.
These are devices that measure and track the temperature and humidity of a specific environment or object.
The sensors are typically small, compact, and easy to install and can be placed in a variety of locations, such as a warehouse, a laboratory, a refrigerator, or a server room.
These sensors include features like:
- Wireless connectivity: Wi-fi temperature and humidity sensors use wi-fi technology to wirelessly transmit data to a central hub, making them easy to access and use, no matter where you’re working from. They can also communicate via cellular or LoRaWAN technology.
- Temperature and humidity measurement: These sensors measure and track the temperature and humidity (and even air pressure differential) of a given environment.
- Portability: All of these sensors have battery-powered built in, which makes them portable and easy to move around.
- Remote monitoring and control: Perhaps best of all, the data collected by sensors can be accessed remotely, allowing for real-time monitoring and control of the environment.
- Remote firmware upgrade: All Sonicu sensors allow for remote firmware upgrades, which can be useful for adding new features or fixing bugs.
Wireless Temperature and Humidity Sensor
A wireless temperature and humidity sensor can be helpful in many ways.
Unlike traditional sensors, which often require on-site, around-the-clock monitoring, a wireless sensor can monitor room conditions automatically and send out alerts when something goes wrong. This allows users to work remotely while still keeping an eye on room conditions from afar.
A smart humidity sensor is an advanced type of wireless sensor that utilizes smart features to provide a more robust experience for users.
They typically leverage smart technology to provide relevant data and perform analysis, allowing businesses to see what changes need to be made to ensure more optimal room conditions.
Unsurprisingly, this data can be difficult to obtain by hand, which is why more and more businesses are turning to automatic systems for help.
You might also use an industrial wireless temperature sensor to monitor room conditions. These are devices that are used to remotely monitor and collect temperature data in industrial settings.
These sensors typically use wireless communication technologies, such as cellular or wi-fi, to transmit temperature data to a central control system.
They are often used in industrial environments where it may be difficult or expensive to run wired connections, such as in large manufacturing facilities or in harsh outdoor conditions.
Wireless temperature sensors can also be integrated into a larger industrial Internet of Things (IoT) system, allowing for real-time monitoring and control of temperature in various parts of a facility.
All in all, temperature sensors play a critical role in keeping people and equipment safe.
When choosing a wireless temperature sensor for your building, it’s important to consider your specific needs, including the size of your facility, how often you work remotely, and the size and scope of your monitoring process.
Cellular Temperature Monitor
Cellular temperature monitor systems have become popular in recent years, and for good reasons.
They allow for easy access to monitoring data, and users can monitor room temperature remotely. This removes the need for on-site monitoring, which can save businesses time and money.
Using wireless temperature transmitter technology, cellular sensors can easily transmit data across systems. This enables users to find the information they need when they need it, even if they’re working away from the office.
These sensors can be particularly useful for businesses that lack the resources to hire an actual person to monitor room conditions 24/7.
Another key advantage of cellular temperature monitoring, as alluded to previously, is that you can access past logs to identify patterns and trends in data.
By doing so, you can determine what needs to be done to improve room conditions and prevent future failures. And, of course, cellular temperature monitoring systems alert users to dangerous changes in temperature.
With Sonicu, you get alerts when a freezer is malfunctioning. This can enable you to better protect assets like medicines, vaccines, blood, and sperm and eggs. Rather than relying on guesswork or trusting your freezer to do its job without error, you can stay on top of things with Sonicu.
You can learn more about how our software helps compliance professionals in these case studies:
Hamilton County, Indiana Health Department: Vaccine Monitoring
Problem: The need to protect vaccines from temperature excursions and meet state compliance requirements with an outdated analog system.
Solution: Implemented a new monitoring system with a mobile app and robust support, enhancing the management of remote COVID-19 vaccination programs.
Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital: Pharmacy Monitoring for Remote Clinics
Problem: After a freezer failure led to a loss of drugs, the pharmacy director needed a reliable and simple monitoring solution for multiple remote clinics.
Solution: Adopted Sonicu's temperature monitoring system, enhancing audit readiness and deploying a mobile app to employees across clinics in Illinois.
Nomi Health: Fast installation, simple deployment
Problem: A rapidly growing healthcare technology startup needed to scale quickly and monitor cold chain storage devices nationwide.
Solution: Implement Sonicu's temperature probes with a central command center for enterprise visibility, allowing fast and easy training for reps across the country.
Wi-Fi Temperature Sensor
A wi-fi temperature sensor will allow you to keep tabs on facility conditions. This can be particularly beneficial for those that frequently work remotely.
To find the best wi-fi temperature sensor for your business, you should outline your needs. For instance, if you want something that’s easy to install and get started with, you might consider a plug in wi-fi temperature sensor.
When choosing a wireless temperature monitoring system, you should also think about budget.
How much are you willing or able to spend on a new sensor?
How do you plan on using it to minimize manual monitoring and ultimately boost your ROI?
Consider, too, the layout of your facility.
Some temperature sensors can be mounted on the wall; others can exist within objects like freezers and refrigerators.
Where would a sensor make the most sense for your business?
Ultimately, when it comes to the best wi-fi temperature sensor, there is no right or wrong answer.
Different facilities require different things, and so it’s important to discuss those needs with teams and leadership. This can help ensure you find the system that’s right for your business.
How to Monitor Temperature Remotely Without Wi-Fi
Learning how to monitor temperature remotely without wi-fi can be helpful for a number of reasons.
You may not always have access to wi-fi, and wi-fi-based systems are often expensive and out of reach for some businesses.
The following methods will allow you to conduct remote temperature monitoring without internet connectivity:
- Cellular Temperature Monitoring: As previously discussed, cellular temperature monitoring can transmit data and are often accessible without wi-fi.
- Radio Frequency (RF) Temperature Monitoring: RF temperature monitoring uses radio waves to transmit temperature data from sensors to a central receiver. This method is often used in industrial settings that lack the resources to utilize other forms of monitoring.
- Satellite Temperature Monitoring: This method uses satellite communication to transmit temperature data from remote locations to a central hub or control system. It is particularly useful for monitoring temperature in remote or inaccessible areas.
When choosing a wireless temperature monitoring system, it’s important to consider the extent to which you plan to use wi-fi to connect to the sensor.
For example, if you’re interested in remote temperature monitoring via a cellphone, you will likely want to choose something that allows for seamless wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
With Sonicu, you can replace server-based systems for a wide range of transmission signals such as radio frequency, wi-fi, ethernet, and cellular. This flexibility can be advantageous for businesses that switch between systems often or that deploy a variety of devices for monitoring.
American-based Customer Support: Robust & Reliable High Touch Service
Software and technology is only as good as the people who stand behind it.
At Sonicu, that means our team of American-based customer success managers who are never more than a phone call away to help field and fix any service issues.
Our probes and sensors are placed in demanding frozen environments and our software literally sends billions bits of data monthly, meaning there’s always the potential for a hiccup on either the hardware or software.
We are committed to fielding every customer service request promptly and addressing our customer’s concerns promptly and professionally.
“I like to say that every refrigerator or freezer is like a car in that they all behave a bit differently,
and then every now and then you just get a bad boy who doesn’t want to perform as we need it to,”
Martha Rardin, Director, Nutrition and Dietetics, Hendricks Regional Hospital.
“Sonicu has been a powerful tool to identify which units are behaving out of spec and get our team
to fix them before we have a serious issue.”
Tim Livesay, Director, Hancock Regional Hospital Pharmacy Director
We realized there had to be a better way and went in search of technology that could give us that level of monitoring that would keep our patients safe. Sonicu made it easy and we grew across the entire hospital.