Industry Insights

Articles discussing trends, challenges, and innovations within the industrial IoT and LoRaWAN sectors.

Fill the Gaps: Connecting the Unconnected

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The core mission of the Internet of Things is to connect the unconnected. Yet across industrial, municipal, and infrastructure environments, a large percentage of critical operational data remains trapped by devices that were never designed to communicate with a network. These gaps limit device visibility, slow response times, and weaken a company’s digital transformation initiatives. VoBo is the solution for connecting the unconnected because it directly addresses and solves the real-world …

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Why System Integrators Choose VoBo for LoRaWAN Projects

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System integrators don’t just need hardware that works — they need hardware that installs quickly, scales cleanly, and doesn’t become a liability after deployment. That’s exactly why integrators across industrial markets choose VoBo Endpoints for their LoRaWAN® solutions. VoBo devices are purpose-built to simplify deployment, reduce integration friction, and perform reliably in demanding environments — …

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Why “Sensor-Agnostic” Matters More Than Ever in IoT 

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Flexibility is crucial in the evolving landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT). The ability to connect, monitor, analyze, and act on data from a wide variety of sensors is what drives innovation for industries. Unfortunately, many IoT systems are locked into proprietary ecosystems. This limits their adaptability and increases long-term costs.  This is why the VoBo sensor-agnostic solution is important. By supporting sensors from any manufacturer and type, whether they …

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Low-Cost Data Collection: VoBo Makes Industrial Data Simple and Affordable 

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In the industrial world, data is the foundation of decision-making. It helps you see what’s happening, understand trends, and take action. The challenge is that data collection can be complicated and expensive. These problems grow as the business expands.  That’s why the VoBo was created. It’s an intelligent LoRaWAN® endpoint that was designed to make …

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Manage Modbus® 32-Bit Numbers with VoBo 

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Modbus® is one of the most widely used industrial communication protocols for sensors, meters, and controllers. At its core, Modbus® works with 16-bit registers. But many real-world industrial values, such as flow rates, energy consumption, and pressures, cannot be represented in just 16 bits. Instead, many devices commonly use 32-bit integers or floating-point numbers. For …

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Things to Consider When Choosing Your LoRaWAN® Solution 

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Industrial IoT is rapidly evolving, and LoRaWAN® has become a popular wireless communication protocol for long-range, low-power implementations. However, with so many hardware and network options available, choosing the right LoRaWAN® solution for your needs isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re just starting with a proof of concept or deploying at scale, here are nine factors …

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Bridging the Gap in IIoT Networks with VoBo

How VoBo Bridges the Gap in IIoT Networks 

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LoRaWAN® networks provide long-range, low-power communication for Industrial IoT (IIoT) applications. What happens when legacy, unconnected, or remote sensor data needs to be connected to the IIoT network? VoBo solves this problem by bridging the gap between wired sensors and IIoT networks.   LoRaWAN® Network Architecture  Let’s take a look at a common LoRaWAN® architecture. This …

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The Power of Modbus Device Solutions with VoBo

The Power of Modbus® Device Solutions with VoBo

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Modbus® has been a standard method of communication between industrial devices such as PLCs, sensors, and actuators for decades. It provides a reliable way to exchange data and automate processes. For industries that utilize industrial IoT (IIoT), Modbus® with LoRaWAN® can provide monitoring on another level. VoBo bridges the two, allowing a level of communication …

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Industrial Hazardous Area Solutions 

Industrial Hazardous Area Solutions 

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Safety is crucial in industrial environments. This is especially true in hazardous areas where flammable gases, vapors, or combustible dust may be present. Utilizing IoT devices in industrial applications requires careful use of devices with hazardous area classifications, certifications, and protection to prevent accidents and comply with safety regulations.  Volley Boast’s VoBo HL-1 and VoBo …

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Volley Boast, LLC is now a member of the LoRa Alliance

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Volley Boast, LLC is pleased to announce we are now a member of the LoRa Alliance®. The LoRa Alliance® is the fastest growing technology alliance. A non-profit association, it has become one of the largest alliances in the technology sector, committed to enabling large-scale deployment of Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) IoT through the …

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