--- title: "IoTFlows: The Real-Time Manufacturing Intelligence Platform" description: "IoTFlows is a manufacturing intelligence platform that monitors machines with plug-and-play sensors or custom integrations to any PLC, robot or sensor, and turns the data into utilization, downtime, OEE, production scheduling and maintenance workflows. Customers see 35% less unplanned downtime in the first six months (median across IoTFlows customers, internal data)." source_url: "https://www.iotflows.com/" --- # The Real-Time Manufacturing Intelligence PlatformThe Real-Time Manufacturing Intelligence Platform IoTFlows is a manufacturing intelligence platform that monitors machines with plug-and-play sensors or custom integrations to any PLC, robot or sensor, and turns the data into utilization, downtime, OEE, production scheduling and maintenance workflows. IoTFlows is a manufacturing intelligence platform that monitors machines with plug-and-play sensors or custom integrations to any PLC, robot or sensor, and turns the data into utilization, downtime, OEE, production scheduling and maintenance workflows. 35% Less unplanned downtime <3 mos Typical ROI payback 100+ Manufacturers ## Customer Testimonials [50% less shift-changeover downtime > "Where was downtime actually coming from? We had no idea until we started using IoTFlows SenseAi. By tracking downtime categorization week to week and month to month, we could see exactly where our biggest problems were and track whether our fixes actually worked." Brien Stevenson, Site Director, Datwyler Read Story](https://www.iotflows.com/customers/datwyler)[2x machine utilization > "SenseAi gave us eyes we never had before. Our team leaders can instantly see which machines are running, which are down, and identify issues immediately instead of discovering them hours later. That visibility transformed our ability to manage production." Ben Huskey, Quoting Manager, Storm Power Components Read Story](https://www.iotflows.com/customers/storm-power-components)[< 1 week from the box to monitored machines > "The speed of implementation was remarkable. We went from limited visibility to complete operational transparency in less than a week. We're now identifying inefficiencies we didn't even know existed. IoTFlows has fundamentally changed how we approach manufacturing optimization." Kyle Simpson, Operations Manager, Sorinex Read Story](https://www.iotflows.com/customers/sorinex-exercise-equipment)[Zero silent failures > "Continuous vibration monitoring gave us eyes we never had before. We can see tool crashes that would have been invisible, identify the exact moment and severity, and pull historical data to understand what went wrong." Miguel Silva, Systems Engineer, RNPSA Read Story](https://www.iotflows.com/customers/rnpsa) ## One platform, eight modules. Every one runs on the same machine data. - [### Machine monitoring Is it running, how much of the shift, and where did the stopped time go? Every machine, second by second.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/machine-monitoring) - [### Production tracking Good and scrap parts against a shift goal, by machine, line and operator.](https://www.iotflows.com/solutions/production-monitoring) - [### Maintain Work orders opened from a downtime, an event rule, a meter or by hand.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/maintain) - [### Production Scheduler Who runs what, on which machine, by when. Gantt, Kanban, an optimizer that proposes before it writes, and simulation.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/production-scheduler) - [### Inventory Parts and stock that move when a work order closes.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/maintain#inventory) - [### Alerts and integrations Ten event types to email, push, SMS, Slack, Teams, Discord and webhooks.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/integrations) - [### Messaging and operator views Chat, requests from the floor, Operator View and kiosk stations.](https://www.iotflows.com/docs/messaging/overview) - [### Apps and hardware iOS, Android and Google TV wallboards. SenseAi, SenseAi Embedded, BeamTracker and the 4G/LTE router. SenseAi SenseAi Embedded BeamTracker](https://www.iotflows.com/docs/hardware/overview) - [### Custom integrationsEnterprise Any PLC, robot, sensor or ERP through the IoTFlows edge device and connectors built for your plant, as a scoped project.](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/custom-integrations) ## BeamTracker Cloud-ready laser tracking sensor with real-time monitoring, analytics, and alerts. - Prod Lines - Robots - Presses - Molders ## SenseAi Cloud-ready AI-powered vibration and acoustic monitoring sensor for utilization tracking, downtime detection, and root-cause analysis. - CNCs - Presses - Robots - Molders ## SenseAi Embedded Cloud-ready AI-powered IP67 vibration monitoring sensor for utilization tracking, downtime detection, root-cause analysis and asset health tracking. - Motors - CNCs - Presses - Robots ## Start with 10 machines for four weeks. Put them on your bottleneck line and see where the time goes. SenseAi attaches magnetically in seconds and calibrates in under five minutes, with no PLC. [Explore Products](https://www.iotflows.com/shop/products) REAL-TIME PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION TRACKING ## See Every Second of Production. Hit Every Target. Monitor OEE in real-time, spot bottlenecks the moment they occur, and track performance from individual machines to plant-wide operations. - Live OEE monitoring and performance benchmarking across shifts - Real-time production tracking - Bottleneck identification and cycle time optimization - Production variance alerts and target tracking - Job progress visibility across all teams and production lines [Explore OEE tracking](https://www.iotflows.com/solutions/oee-tracking) DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS ## Reports That Actually Answer Your Questions Stop digging through spreadsheets. Get reports customized to your shift schedules, operators, and departments. Track utilization, downtime patterns, and OEE metrics across all machines. - Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting - Custom shift-based performance analysis - Operator and machine benchmarking - Exportable data for stakeholder presentations - Historical trend analysis [Explore machine utilization reports](https://www.iotflows.com/solutions/machine-utilization) DOWNTIME INTELLIGENCE ## Turn Downtime Into Insights Unplanned stops don't have to stay a mystery. Automatically record every downtime event, identify root-causes, and spot trends over time. Know exactly when, where, and why issues occur. - Automated downtime event recording - Detailed root-cause analysis and categorization - Trend identification for recurring problems - Customizable alerts based on your specific time thresholds [Explore downtime tracking](https://www.iotflows.com/solutions/downtime-tracking) INTELLIGENT PRODUCTION PLANNING ## Schedule Smarter. Execute Faster. Scheduling that follows what is actually happening on the floor. Jobs are prioritized by due date and demand, every machine reports its progress live, and when priorities shift the optimizer proposes a new plan before anything changes. - An optimizer that proposes the job order before it changes the schedule - Demand-based production forecasting - Live job status monitoring across all machines - Dynamic schedule adaptation to changing priorities - Drag-and-drop kanban interface for easy adjustments [Explore the Production Scheduler](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/production-scheduler) MACHINE HEALTH ANALYTICS ## 7 Real-Time Health Scores Monitor every aspect of machine health with AI-powered analytics that detect issues before they become failures Cavitation Risk GOOD Structural Looseness GOOD Imbalance GOOD Lubrication UNACCEPTABLE Alignment GOOD Bearing Health UNSATISFACTORY Temperature UNSATISFACTORY [Explore predictive maintenance](https://www.iotflows.com/solutions/predictive-maintenance) Real-Time Alerts ## Stay Informed on Every Operation Receive instant notifications for critical events, machine health changes, temperature anomalies, and vibration alerts. Your entire operation, monitored 24/7. ### Health Monitoring Track machine health scores and get alerted before failures occur ### Temperature Alerts Detect overheating and thermal anomalies in real-time ### Vibration Detection Monitor shock and vibration levels to prevent equipment damage ### Downtime and Uptime Tracking Get notified immediately when machines go offline or idle ### Production Rate Monitoring Get alerted when production throughput drops below targets ### Part Inspection Alerts Automatic reminders for quality checks based on parts count [Explore alerts and integrations](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/integrations) SHOP FLOOR EMPOWERMENT ## Tools Built For The People Who Build Your Products Equip your operators with intuitive tools that make hitting production goals effortless. Real-time machine status, simplified downtime tracking, and instant collaboration and file sharing - all accessible from tablets, phones, or shop floor displays. - Intuitive iPad and mobile interface for shop floor - One-tap downtime classification and work order creation - Real-time machine status visibility - Instant alerts and notifications - Seamless collaboration between operators and management [Explore machine monitoring and Operator View](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/machine-monitoring) TEAM COLLABORATION & CONNECTED OPERATIONS ## Align Teams. Respond Faster. Run Smarter. Streamline communication and collaboration across your entire operation. IoTFlows empowers teams to submit maintenance requests, file issues, manage work orders, and share critical files - all from one unified platform. Track jobs in real-time, coordinate team assignments, and ensure everyone from operators to managers stays informed and aligned. - Real-time mobile alerts and instant notifications - Collaborative downtime classification and root-cause tracking - Unified job progress visibility across all teams and shifts - Work order integration and maintenance workflow automation - Cross-functional communication from floor to executive level [Explore Maintain](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/maintain) ENTERPRISE INTEGRATION & DATA UNIFICATION ## Break Down Data Silos. Automate Across Systems. Stop manually bridging the gap between shop floor and top floor. IoTFlows unifies production data from across your facility and connects it to your ERP and other business systems. Enable real-time visibility across departments, trigger automated workflows based on production events, and eliminate manual data entry. Your operations data becomes the single source of truth that drives smarter decisions and faster response times. - Bi-directional ERP integration: SAP, Oracle, Epicor, and many more - Seamless data sync capabilities eliminate manual entry and reduce errors - Real-time production visibility for finance, operations, and management - Event-driven automation: trigger workflows, notifications, and actions - API-first architecture for custom integrations and advanced automation [Explore custom integrations](https://www.iotflows.com/platform/custom-integrations) ## Questions people ask ### Does IoTFlows work with machines that have no PLC? Yes. SenseAi and SenseAi Embedded read vibration from the outside of the machine and BeamTracker counts parts crossing a laser beam, so nothing connects to the controls. For Enterprise customers, IoTFlows also reads PLC, robot and sensor data through the IoTFlows edge device. ### How long does it take to install SenseAi? SenseAi and SenseAi Embedded attach magnetically in seconds and calibrate in under five minutes; BeamTracker bolts on with the supplied mount in 10 to 20 minutes. A machine shows its status on the Assets page within a minute of coming online. ### Can IoTFlows schedule production? Yes. The Production Scheduler plans jobs on the same machines the sensors monitor: list, table, Gantt, Kanban and calendar views, drag-and-drop, an optimizer that proposes before it writes, a simulation sandbox, an ERP import, and a work queue for operators. ### Does IoTFlows include a CMMS? Yes. Maintain is the IoTFlows CMMS: work orders from the board, a classified downtime, a machine event, a meter or an operator's request, with preventive recurrence, checklists, parts from Inventory and native iOS and Android apps. ### What does IoTFlows integrate with? On every plan: Slack, Microsoft Teams and Discord, email, SMS and push, signed webhooks, a schedule import from any ERP export, and a REST API with an IoTFlows-issued key. For Enterprise customers: two-way ERP connectors and PLC, robot and sensor data through the edge device. ### How much does IoTFlows cost? Per monitored machine. The Pro plan is $119 per device per month billed monthly and $99 on an annual plan paid upfront, with volume discounts from 10 devices. Hardware is a one-time purchase: SenseAi $149, SenseAi Embedded $199, BeamTracker $299. Enterprise is $249 per device per month billed monthly, with the same discounts. ### Is IoTFlows secure? Yes. Data is encrypted at every step: from the device at the edge, in transit over TLS with SHA-256 certificates, and at rest in the IoTFlows cloud. The 4G/LTE router can keep devices off the plant network entirely. Access is by organization, role and machine list, with two-step authentication on every account and an audit log of every change. ### What is the difference between IoTFlows and other machine monitoring platforms? Two things, in one product. The sensors need no PLC, so any machine with a motor or a part path reports in minutes, and for Enterprise customers IoTFlows integrates with any PLC, robot or ERP as a project. And the Production Scheduler and Maintain run on the same machine data, so a downtime becomes a work order and a schedule uses the real part count. ## Start Monitoring Your Machines Today Join the 100+ manufacturers that run IoTFlows.