Industrial Edge Computing for Manufacturing With sixdime EdgeBox
The sixdime EdgeBox is a multi-channel IoT edge gateway designed for real-time machine monitoring, protocol translation, and seamless OT–IT integration. It connects legacy machinery, modern automation systems, and enterprise applications to enable smarter manufacturing operations.
Why Choose sixdime EdgeBox
sixdime EdgeBox bridges legacy machines to modern digital platforms, enabling real-time machine monitoring, predictive maintenance, and OT–IT integration. Its industrial-grade design ensures reliable operation even in harsh factory environments.
With wide protocol compatibility and flexible programming support, EdgeBox minimizes integration complexity and empowers factories to implement mistake-proofing, traceability, interlocks, and OEE monitoring.
How sixdime EdgeBox Works
EdgeBox collects data from machines through digital I/O, serial interfaces, and industrial sensors. Local logic execution enables fast decision-making at the edge, while seamless connectivity to MES, ERP, and SCADA ensures smooth OT–IT integration for analytics, monitoring, and predictive maintenance.
Data Acquisition
Connects to legacy and modern machines via digital I/O, RS485/RS232, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.
Edge Processing
Executes local logic, Python scripts, or Node-RED workflows for time-critical operations without cloud dependency.
OT–IT Integration
Streams real-time machine data to MES, ERP, SCADA, and dashboards for analytics, traceability, and predictive maintenance.
Key Features
Multi-Channel I/O
4 Digital Inputs, 4 Digital Outputs, RS485/RS232, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth for versatile machine connectivity.
Real-Time Edge Processing
Local logic execution, Python and Node-RED support for fast decisions and reduced cloud dependency.
Wide Protocol Support
Supports Siemens S7, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, BACnet IP, MBUS, MS/TP, RFID, barcode, and vision-based devices.
Industrial Design
Operates from 0° to 50°C with 24V DC power, durable form factor suitable for factory mounting.
OT–IT Integration
Streams real-time data to MES, ERP, SCADA, enabling edge-based control, monitoring, and interlocking.
Technical Specifications
Operating System
Linux
I/O
4 DI, 4 DO
Interfaces
USB (4x), Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RS485/RS232
Security
3DES encrypted communication, AES128/SHA256 supported
Power
24V DC, 2A
Dimensions
155 × 95 × 48 mm
Applications
sixdime EdgeBox enables real-time monitoring, OT–IT integration, and predictive maintenance across multiple industries, reducing downtime and improving process efficiency.
See Sixdime EdgeBox In Action
Watch how the sixdime EdgeBox enables real-time machine monitoring, OT–IT integration, and seamless industrial data acquisition.
Case Studies
Transforming Operations Across Industries: Real Success Stories with sixdime MES
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The need for traceability
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Transform operations with sixdime EdgeBox – the industrial IoT gateway for real-time monitoring, OT–IT integration, and edge processing.
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