MBS GmbH and VMware enter into partnership in the field of IoT

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MBS GmbH and VMware enter into partnership in the field of IoT

Krefeld, September 20, 2017 - Krefeld-based MBS GmbH announces an Internet of Things (IoT) partnership with VMware, a global leader in cloud infrastructure and enterprise mobility. The two companies are jointly developing a system that enables the transfer of collected data from MBS to the VMware Pulse IoT Center platform, leading to the improvement of building automation through MBS gateways in the industrial sector. "We are very pleased about this partnership, which we also see as confirmation of the quality of our products," says Nils-Gunnar Fritz, CEO of MBS GmbH. "Together with VMware, we want to meet the needs of infrastructure users who want to move from local server infrastructures to cloud solutions."

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MBS presents new universal gateways for LCN and KNX + M-Bus

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MBS presents new universal gateways for LCN and KNX + M-Bus

The new Universal Gateways combine the proven functionality of MBS products with exceptional customization capabilities in a small and robust metal housing.

With the two universal gateways LCN and KNX + M-Bus, the building automation specialist from Krefeld is expanding its gateway portfolio with two versatile and upgradeable devices.

"The link between different protocol languages and technologies is becoming increasingly important in building technology," explains Nils-Gunnar Fritz, CEO of MBS GmbH. "We are therefore continuing to expand our Universal Gateway series," he continues. "The LCN gateway with integrated USB coupler for connection to LCN (Local Control Network) enables simple connection of the LCN system to existing bus systems and, with the option of semi-automatic configuration, commissioning the gateway is then just a small matter," adds Fritz.

With the integrated protocol hardware adapters for M-Bus and KNX, the KNX + M-Bus gateway makes it possible to connect M-Bus meters to a KNX bus without additional hardware. This significantly reduces cabling and installation costs.

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MBS at the Hannover Messe 2017

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MBS at the Hannover Messe 2017

MBS will be showcasing its product range for industrial and building automation solutions at the Hannover Messe in Hall 9, Stand D68

The exhibits will include three universal gateways from the current Triple-X series, each with two additional, integrated protocol hardware adapters. The standard gateway from the Krefeld-based manufacturer is extended by the PROFINET+LON, PROFINET+KNX or PROFINET+M-Bus adapters. The integration of the adapters eliminates the need for the usual external bus couplers, reducing the amount of cabling required. The MBS gateways can also be connected more quickly to serial or network-based communication protocols. Furthermore, a PROFINET|Modbus and a PROFINET|BACnet gateway for visualization will be shown in a live application.

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MBS Universal Gateways certified to BACnet standard

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MBS Universal Gateways certified to BACnet standard

Testing according to the new BTL test plan 14.0

Universal Gateways from MBS have received the BACnet certificate from the independent certification body WSPCert

The Universal Gateways of the Standard model series and with an integrated PROFINET, KNX, LON, DALI, x-link and M-Bus protocol hardware adapter have been successfully certified in accordance with the "BACnet standard" DIN EN ISO 16484-5 in BACnet protocol revision 14.

"With the BACnet certificate, we have now also provided formal proof for our customers in the constantly growing market for BACnet products that our Universal Gateways guarantee smooth communication with devices from a wide range of manufacturers," explains Nils-Gunnar Fritz, CEO of MBS GmbH. "Furthermore, the conformity test is mandatory in many tenders," he continues.

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