UNUM IIoT: delivering SCADA-grade power without SCADA complexity

Industrial equipment monitoring traditionally splits into two paths. On one side are basic monitoring systems that track up to ~30 parameters and can be deployed quickly, but they don’t provide a full operational picture or enable remote control. On the other side are powerful SCADA systems that monitor thousands of parameters and support end-to-end automation—but they typically require $50,000–$500,000 in investment and 2–6 months to roll out.

Technoton’s UNUM IIoT platform takes a different approach and brings the depth and flexibility of SCADA together with the simplicity, cost efficiency, and time-to-value of modern cloud services.

UNUM IIoT: SCADA-grade monitoring capabilities

UNUM IIoT is a hardware-plus-software platform designed for vertical IIoT and telematics solutions across transport and stationary assets.

Deep monitoring. UNUM IIoT can work with 10,000+ parameters—on par with SCADA. It collects, processes, and visualizes hundreds of parameters from each connected asset in real time.

Real-time data & events. Data is streamed in real time, and an event-driven model ensures fast reactions to shifts in critical KPIs.

Broad compatibility. Support includes CAN J1939, RS-485/Modbus RTU, analog and discrete I/O, pulse sensors, and even Bluetooth sensors—so virtually any industrial asset can be integrated.

Open integration. APIs make it straightforward to connect with ERP, EAM, accounting systems, and BI platforms.

Where UNUM IIoT outperforms SCADA

Out-of-the-box vs. bespoke.

• SCADA often means a custom build for each project (2–6 months).
• UNUM IIoT offers ready-made, industry-specific solutions that go live in 1–2 weeks.

Configuration vs. coding.

• SCADA integrations usually require code and drivers.
• UNUM IIoT is configured visually in a web UI—no programming.

Cloud vs. on-prem.

• SCADA needs desktop clients and your own servers.
• UNUM IIoT works from any browser and via mobile apps.

Subscription vs. CAPEX.

• SCADA= large, one-off license fees plus annual support
• UNUM IIoT runs on a predictable subscription per asset.

Effortless scale.

• Adding a site in SCADA can feel like a mini project.
• In UNUM IIoT it’s a standard, hours-long procedure.

Solved compatibility.

• Traditional SCADA integrations across multi-vendor sensors often mean protocol wrangling.
• UNUM IIoT includes a fully compatible equipment line—fuel sensors, interface converters, analog signal adapters—so everything works together out of the box.

Practical example: UNUM Genset for diesel generator fleets

UNUM Genset is a vertical solution built on UNUM IIoT for remote monitoring, analytics, and control of diesel generator sets (gensets). It works with control panels from DSE Electronics, ComAp, Datakom, Woodward, and many others. What UNUM IIoT monitors (400+ parameters):

Engine

• RPM,
• onboard voltage,
• coolant temperature,
• oil temperature and pressure,
• hours and operating modes,
• diagnostic trouble codes.

Alternator

• Phase voltage & current,
• active/reactive power,
• frequency,
• power factor.

Fuel system

• Tank level (to the liter),
• instant & total consumption,
• fuel temperature,
• refuels & drains.

Proven Impact

• Downtime reduced by ~20% through predictive maintenance
• Fuel savings up to 30% via optimized operation and theft prevention
• Maintenance costs cut by ~25% by shifting from scheduled to predictive service
• Overall OPEX down 20–40%, with 6–12 months payback

 

Explore UNUM Genset projects for diesel generators.

UNUM IIoT vs. SCADA comparison for a fleet of 50 gensets

	SCADA	UNUM Genset
Implementation speed	3–5 months Specification: 4 weeks Programming: 8 weeks Testing: 4 weeks Installation, configuration & training: 4 weeks	1 month Installation: 3.5 weeks Configuration: 4 days Training: 2 days
Implementation cost	$150,000+ Licenses: $50,000 Development: $30,000 Equipment: $40,000 Installation: $30,000	$60,000–75,000 Equipment: $40,000 Installation: $20k-35k Training: $0
Ownership cost (per year)	$10,000–20,000 License support Server maintenance IT specialist	$1,000–2,500 Platform subscription Updates included Support included
Implementation complexity	High Programming Server setup Driver development	Low-medium Plug-and-play hardware Web configurator No programming
Ease of use	Low-medium Special software 1–2 weeks training Complex mimic diagrams SCADA operator required	High Web browser 2 days training Intuitive interface Mobile app

Leverage UNUM IIoT to Boost Efficiency

UNUM IIoT makes SCADA-grade industrial monitoring accessible to small and mid-sized enterprises. The Genset example shows how modern cloud tech can deliver SCADA-level insight without SCADA-level complexity and cost.