Use cases
How can affordable housing become a flagship for innovation?
The developer of "Dobry Bereg" found the answer. By integrating a custom suite of UMEC Space automation modules—for less than $2000 per home—they transformed standard cottages into smart, efficient communities.
This minimal investment unlocked massive value: it became a powerful marketing feature that accelerated sales and gave the management company predictive control over utilities, making the entire community's economics viable and sustainable from day one.
The developer of "Dobry Bereg" found the answer. By integrating a custom suite of UMEC Space automation modules—for less than $2000 per home—they transformed standard cottages into smart, efficient communities.
This minimal investment unlocked massive value: it became a powerful marketing feature that accelerated sales and gave the management company predictive control over utilities, making the entire community's economics viable and sustainable from day one.
How do you turn a biological treatment station into a connected asset?
For Topol-Eco, a leading manufacturer, we developed a custom IoT monitor for just $35. This small device tracks tank levels, compressor performance, and lid status, enabling predictive maintenance.
Topol-Eco gained a powerful competitive edge with a new service model, while their customers enjoy peace of mind with remote monitoring, all powered by our cloud infrastructure and white-label application.
For Topol-Eco, a leading manufacturer, we developed a custom IoT monitor for just $35. This small device tracks tank levels, compressor performance, and lid status, enabling predictive maintenance.
Topol-Eco gained a powerful competitive edge with a new service model, while their customers enjoy peace of mind with remote monitoring, all powered by our cloud infrastructure and white-label application.
When a leading convector manufacturer faced the problem of constant power grid overloads in Siberian homes, we engineered a smart solution.
Our custom-developed relay doesn't just switch loads; it intelligently manages and even reduces heater power consumption in real-time to prevent blackouts.
This transformed Rusclimat's product into a smart, grid-friendly system, eliminating customer discomfort and opening new markets in multi-unit and community-level energy balancing.
Our custom-developed relay doesn't just switch loads; it intelligently manages and even reduces heater power consumption in real-time to prevent blackouts.
This transformed Rusclimat's product into a smart, grid-friendly system, eliminating customer discomfort and opening new markets in multi-unit and community-level energy balancing.
Smart home integrator Cluster had robust local automation but lacked the cloud platform to scale for large hospitality projects. By integrating their hardware with UMEC Space, we provided the missing link: deep API integrations with PMS/Booking systems, Rusclimat HVAC, and TTLock smart locks.
This empowered them to successfully automate 100+ rooms at Ivkino Park Hotel (part of Lager Kirov), creating a unified ecosystem that slashed energy costs by 20% and revolutionized operational efficiency.
This empowered them to successfully automate 100+ rooms at Ivkino Park Hotel (part of Lager Kirov), creating a unified ecosystem that slashed energy costs by 20% and revolutionized operational efficiency.
The smart community blueprint:
How affordable housing got a competitive edge
How affordable housing got a competitive edge
Proving that intelligent automation isn't a luxury, but a tool for economic viability and market success.
The Challenge: Making Economics Work
The "Dobry Bereg" project in Klin was defined by a clear goal: deliver quality, affordable housing. The developer needed a powerful, cost-effective way to:
UMEC Space developed a family of specialized, plug-and-play devices, bringing smart automation to budget-conscious construction. The entire suite for each home cost under $2000, making advanced infrastructure economically feasible.
The Tailored Automation Suite:
This small investment generated an outsized return, making "Dobry Bereg" a case study in smart development.
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This proves that intelligent automation is a strategic investment, not a cost. Let's build a solution that makes your economics work better.
The "Dobry Bereg" project in Klin was defined by a clear goal: deliver quality, affordable housing. The developer needed a powerful, cost-effective way to:
- Differentiate the community in a crowded market without increasing home prices.
- Ensure long-term operational efficiency for the management company to keep service fees low.
- Prevent costly emergencies (like frozen pipes or electrical failures) that could erode profitability and resident satisfaction.
UMEC Space developed a family of specialized, plug-and-play devices, bringing smart automation to budget-conscious construction. The entire suite for each home cost under $2000, making advanced infrastructure economically feasible.
The Tailored Automation Suite:
- AquaSync: Autonomous management of well water supply.
- HeatMaster: Control of electric heating boilers to prevent freezing and optimize energy use.
- GateKeeper: Secure access to the community with guest codes.
- Go!Mer: Monitoring of the biological treatment station.
- WaterTracker: Automated garden irrigation.
- PowerTracker: 3-phase energy monitoring and emergency load control.
- Plug-&-Play for Installers: Modules were designed for quick, error-free installation by standard crews, keeping labor costs down.
- Autonomous Operation: Robust internal logic ensures reliability without constant connectivity.
- Unified Control: All systems are managed through the custom "Umec Home" app for residents and a central dashboard for the management company.
This small investment generated an outsized return, making "Dobry Bereg" a case study in smart development.
- A Winning Marketing Feature: "Fully connected smart home" became a key selling point, directly accelerating sales and creating a unique identity in the affordable segment.
- Sustainable Operations for the Management Company: Gained predictive insights to prevent expensive emergencies and optimize utility consumption, ensuring the community's long-term financial health.
- Enhanced Resident Satisfaction: Homeowners received a level of control and convenience previously unavailable in this price category, all from a single, intuitive app.
- 👉 View the "Umec Home" Mobile Application
- 👉 See the Management Company Dashboard
- 👉 Discover the Hardware Modules
Ready to Make Your Project Smarter?
This proves that intelligent automation is a strategic investment, not a cost. Let's build a solution that makes your economics work better.
The connected septic tank:
How Topol-Eco transformed its product and business model with a $35 IoT module
How Topol-Eco transformed its product and business model with a $35 IoT module
Leveraging a custom, cost-effective sensor to unlock new services, drive efficiency, and create an unbreakable competitive advantage.
The business challenge
Topol-Eco, a manufacturer of biological wastewater treatment stations, faced a competitive and service-intensive market. Their challenges were twofold:
Our Tailored Solution: The Go!Mer-TE Monitor
UMEC Space designed and delivered the Go!Mer-TE—a purpose-built IoT monitor that transforms any Topol-Eco station into a smart, connected device.
The introduction of the Go!Mer-TE monitor created value across the entire business.
1. For Topol-Eco (The Manufacturer):
Transform Your Product with a Smart Connected Solution
This case shows how a minimal hardware investment can redefine a product category and create new business models. Let's build your competitive advantage.
Topol-Eco, a manufacturer of biological wastewater treatment stations, faced a competitive and service-intensive market. Their challenges were twofold:
- Differentiate the Product: Stand out in a crowded field with a unique, value-added feature.
- Optimize Service Operations: Shift from reactive, scheduled maintenance to proactive, data-driven service to reduce truck rolls and improve customer satisfaction.
Our Tailored Solution: The Go!Mer-TE Monitor
UMEC Space designed and delivered the Go!Mer-TE—a purpose-built IoT monitor that transforms any Topol-Eco station into a smart, connected device.
- Key Device Capabilities & Specifications:
- Core Monitoring: Tracks liquid level to prevent overflows, monitors lid status (open/closed), and checks mains voltage (220V).
- Performance Analytics: Monitors compressor performance via power consumption analysis to predict failures.
- Visual Alert: Activates a warning light on the unit in case of an overflow.
- Hardware: Based on the ESP32-C3 chip for reliable Wi-Fi connectivity, designed to fit a standard 4-port junction box for easy installation.
- Cost-Effective: Final device cost of ~$35, making mass deployment economically viable.
- Cloud Infrastructure: A secure, scalable backend for data ingestion, processing, and storage.
- White-Label Mobile Application: A branded app for Topol-Eco's end-customers, allowing them to monitor their system's status remotely.
- Service Dashboard: A dedicated interface for Topol-Eco's dispatch team to monitor all installed units, receive real-time alerts, and prioritize service calls.
The introduction of the Go!Mer-TE monitor created value across the entire business.
1. For Topol-Eco (The Manufacturer):
- A Powerful Competitive Edge: "Smart Monitoring" became a key selling point, directly influencing purchasing decisions.
- A New Service Revenue Stream: Enabled premium service contracts for proactive monitoring and maintenance.
- Operational Excellence: Service teams dispatch based on actual need and precise diagnostics, reducing costs and improving response times for critical issues.
- Peace of Mind: 24/7 remote monitoring eliminates the need for manual checks and provides early warning of problems.
- Enhanced Service: Faster, more informed service from Topol-Eco technicians.
- Device: Custom-designed PCB based on ESP32-C3, fitting a standard enclosure.
- Connectivity: Persistent, secure Wi-Fi connection.
- Cloud & Analytics: UMEC Space platform handling data processing, alerting, and API for service integration.
- End-User Software: White-label mobile application ("Topol-Eco Monitor") and service operator dashboard.
Transform Your Product with a Smart Connected Solution
This case shows how a minimal hardware investment can redefine a product category and create new business models. Let's build your competitive advantage.
Beyond the circuit breaker:
How Rusclimat solved Siberia's power dilemma with smart load management
How Rusclimat solved Siberia's power dilemma with smart load management
Transforming a core product limitation into a competitive advantage through intelligent, cloud-connected power prioritization.
The Critical Problem: Power Grid Overload
Rusclimat, a major manufacturer of electric heating systems, identified a critical issue in regions like Siberia. Homes are typically allocated 10-15 kW of power, yet heating a 100-120 sq.m. house in winter alone requires 10-12 kW. The moment residents used everyday appliances—a kettle, oven, or water heater—the main 25A (3-phase) circuit breaker would trip. This caused sudden, inconvenient blackouts, often during evening peaks when families were home, leading to frustration and discomfort.
The Innovative Solution: The Smart Priority Relay
UMEC Space developed a sophisticated 4-channel, single-phase smart relay, turning a standard heating system into an intelligent power management hub.
Core Hardware & Intelligence:
This innovation goes beyond simple on/off switching. Our relay features Intelligent Throttling:
This solution delivered transformative outcomes for all stakeholders.
1. For Rusclimat:
Ready to Engineer a Smarter Product?
This case shows how a minimal hardware investment can redefine a product category and create new business models. Let's build your competitive advantage.
Rusclimat, a major manufacturer of electric heating systems, identified a critical issue in regions like Siberia. Homes are typically allocated 10-15 kW of power, yet heating a 100-120 sq.m. house in winter alone requires 10-12 kW. The moment residents used everyday appliances—a kettle, oven, or water heater—the main 25A (3-phase) circuit breaker would trip. This caused sudden, inconvenient blackouts, often during evening peaks when families were home, leading to frustration and discomfort.
The Innovative Solution: The Smart Priority Relay
UMEC Space developed a sophisticated 4-channel, single-phase smart relay, turning a standard heating system into an intelligent power management hub.
Core Hardware & Intelligence:
- 4 Independent Channels: Each channel can control a convector or other high-load appliance.
- Real-Time Current Monitoring: Precisely measures consumption on each channel and the total load.
- Dynamic Priority Management: Automatically disconnects non-priority loads based on customizable rules (e.g., highest-to-lowest power, manual priority).
- Industrial Design: Black DIN-rail form factor with RS485 Modbus interface and an NTC temperature sensor for frost protection alerts.
This innovation goes beyond simple on/off switching. Our relay features Intelligent Throttling:
- When total current approaches the maximum limit, the device sends a "throttle" command via MQTT to the UMEC Cloud.
- The cloud platform executes a pre-defined scenario and communicates with the Rusclimat cloud to send a command to the specific convector.
- The convector responds by temporarily reducing its power output or lowering its temperature setpoint.
- Once available power is restored, the system automatically returns the convector to its normal operating mode.
This solution delivered transformative outcomes for all stakeholders.
1. For Rusclimat:
- Powerful Market Differentiation: Offered a unique "No-Blackout Guarantee" as a key selling point.
- New Market Access: The DIN-rail design and Modbus support made the product viable for Utility Companies and Property Managers to balance loads across entire buildings or neighborhoods.
- Enhanced Brand Value: Positioned as an innovator in smart, comfortable, and reliable heating.
- Eliminated Discomfort: No more unexpected power outages during critical times.
- Seamless Automation: The system works automatically via a simple mobile app, requiring no user intervention.
- Peace of Mind: Frost protection monitoring ensures their property is safe.
- Grid Stability: A scalable tool to prevent local grid overloads.
- Centralized Control: Ability to monitor and manage power loads across multiple properties from a single dashboard.
- Device: Custom smart relay with ESP32 S3 - based logic, current sensors, and Modbus.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi for device-to-cloud communication.
- Cloud: UMEC Cloud for data aggregation, MQTT routing, and scenario execution.
- Integration: Seamless API/MQTT integration with the Rusclimat cloud platform.
- User Interface: White-label mobile app and web dashboard for installers and end-users.
Ready to Engineer a Smarter Product?
This case shows how a minimal hardware investment can redefine a product category and create new business models. Let's build your competitive advantage.
Scaling Smart Hospitality:
How UMEC Space empowered an integrator to master large-scale hotel automation
How UMEC Space empowered an integrator to master large-scale hotel automation
Unlocking new markets for a smart home installer by providing the cloud platform, ecosystem integrations, and scalability they lacked.
The Partner's Challenge: Hitting a Local Ceiling
Cluster, a skilled smart home integrator, excelled at automating individual rooms with their reliable, local-control systems. However, they faced a critical growth barrier:
The Collaborative Solution: The UMEC Cloud Orchestration Layer
We partnered with Cluster to create a hybrid architecture, where their strengths in local hardware installation were supercharged by our cloud and integration capabilities for the Ivkino Park Hotel project.
The Integrated Tech Stack:
1. Cluster's Domain: On-site controllers, actuators, sensors, and switches providing reliable local control in each room.
2. UMEC Space's Domain:
The integration was a resounding success, delivering measurable value for all parties.
1. For Cluster (The Integrator):
Ready to Scale Your Solution?
Don't let platform limitations cap your growth. Partner with UMEC Space to add powerful cloud, analytics, and integration capabilities to your hardware.
Cluster, a skilled smart home integrator, excelled at automating individual rooms with their reliable, local-control systems. However, they faced a critical growth barrier:
- No High-Level Integrations: Inability to connect with Booking/PMS systems for automated check-in/check-out workflows.
- Limited Device Ecosystem: Could not integrate specialized hospitality equipment like Rusclimat HVAC systems or TTLock smart locks via their APIs.
- No Unified Management: Their solution could not efficiently scale to manage dozens or hundreds of rooms as a single, coordinated ecosystem, lacking a central dashboard for analytics and remote control.
The Collaborative Solution: The UMEC Cloud Orchestration Layer
We partnered with Cluster to create a hybrid architecture, where their strengths in local hardware installation were supercharged by our cloud and integration capabilities for the Ivkino Park Hotel project.
The Integrated Tech Stack:
1. Cluster's Domain: On-site controllers, actuators, sensors, and switches providing reliable local control in each room.
2. UMEC Space's Domain:
- Cloud Platform (UMEC Cloud): The central brain for data aggregation, business logic, and management.
- API Integrations: Seamless connections to Booking/PMS for guest lifecycle events and to third-party vendors.
- Unified Dashboard: A custom web interface for hotel staff to monitor and manage the entire property.
- Automated Guest Journey: Upon booking confirmation, the PMS triggers UMEC Cloud, which pre-sets the room's temperature via Rusclimat systems and generates a unique key code for the TTLock smart lock.
- Ecosystem-Wide Control: Hotel management can now control all climate systems across 100+ rooms from a single dashboard, enabling global energy-saving modes.
- Proactive Maintenance & Analytics: The system analyzes energy consumption and device health, sending automatic alerts to service teams for potential issues before they affect guests.
The integration was a resounding success, delivering measurable value for all parties.
1. For Cluster (The Integrator):
- Broken Growth Barrier: Successfully delivered a large-scale, 100+ room project, moving into the lucrative hospitality market.
- Enhanced Value Proposition: Now offers a future-proof solution with cloud analytics and premium integrations, distancing themselves from competitors.
- Strategic Partnership: Evolved from an installer to a full-solution provider.
- Operational Efficiency: 20% reduction in energy costs through optimized HVAC control and centralized management.
- Enhanced Guest Experience: Seamless, keyless entry and personalized room environments upon arrival.
- Predictive Maintenance: Drastic reduction in guest complaints related to equipment failures, thanks to proactive system alerts.
- Scale: Automated unification of 100+ rooms.
- Architecture: Successful hybrid local/cloud model ensuring reliability and advanced features.
- Integrations: Delivered critical PMS and third-party vendor (Rusclimat, TTLock) API connections.
Ready to Scale Your Solution?
Don't let platform limitations cap your growth. Partner with UMEC Space to add powerful cloud, analytics, and integration capabilities to your hardware.
Leveraging a custom, cost-effective sensor to unlock new services, drive efficiency, and create an unbreakable competitive advantage.
The connected septic tank:
How Topol-Eco transformed its product and business model with a $35 IoT module
How Topol-Eco transformed its product and business model with a $35 IoT module
This case shows how a minimal hardware investment can redefine a product category and create new business models. Let's build your competitive advantage.
Transform Your Product with a Smart Connected Solution
The Result: A New Paradigm in Facility Management
The introduction of the Go!Mer-TE monitor created value across the entire business.
1. For Topol-Eco (The Manufacturer):
Technical Integration:
1. For Topol-Eco (The Manufacturer):
- A Powerful Competitive Edge: "Smart Monitoring" became a key selling point, directly influencing purchasing decisions.
- A New Service Revenue Stream: Enabled premium service contracts for proactive monitoring and maintenance.
- Operational Excellence: Service teams dispatch based on actual need and precise diagnostics, reducing costs and improving response times for critical issues.
- Peace of Mind: 24/7 remote monitoring eliminates the need for manual checks and provides early warning of problems.
- Enhanced Service: Faster, more informed service from Topol-Eco technicians.
Technical Integration:
- Device: Custom-designed PCB based on ESP32-C3, fitting a standard enclosure.
- Connectivity: Persistent, secure Wi-Fi connection.
- Cloud & Analytics: UMEC Space platform handling data processing, alerting, and API for service integration.
- End-User Software: White-label mobile application ("Topol-Eco Monitor") and service operator dashboard.
The business challenge
UMEC Space designed and delivered the Go!Mer-TE—a purpose-built IoT monitor that transforms any Topol-Eco station into a smart, connected device.
- Key Device Capabilities & Specifications:
- Core Monitoring: Tracks liquid level to prevent overflows, monitors lid status (open/closed), and checks mains voltage (220V).
- Performance Analytics: Monitors compressor performance via power consumption analysis to predict failures.
- Visual Alert: Activates a warning light on the unit in case of an overflow.
- Hardware: Based on the ESP32-C3 chip for reliable Wi-Fi connectivity, designed to fit a standard 4-port junction box for easy installation.
- Cost-Effective: Final device cost of ~$35, making mass deployment economically viable.
- Cloud Infrastructure: A secure, scalable backend for data ingestion, processing, and storage.
- White-Label Mobile Application: A branded app for Topol-Eco's end-customers, allowing them to monitor their system's status remotely.
- Service Dashboard: A dedicated interface for Topol-Eco's dispatch team to monitor all installed units, receive real-time alerts, and prioritize service calls.
Topol-Eco, a manufacturer of biological wastewater treatment stations, faced a competitive and service-intensive market. Their challenges were twofold:
- Differentiate the Product: Stand out in a crowded field with a unique, value-added feature.
- Optimize Service Operations: Shift from reactive, scheduled maintenance to proactive, data-driven service to reduce truck rolls and improve customer satisfaction.
