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Affectus - Alba Cloud Server for Distributed Device Data Collection
The Alba Cloud Server is designed for efficient data collection from devices deployed across large geographical areas, offering quick setup when used with 4G connectivity. Its compatibility with various protocols like M-Bus, Modbus, and DLMS makes it adaptable to a wide range of meters and devices. Accessible worldwide through any internet-capable device, it remains vendor-independent to facilitate easy integration and future meter replacements. Supporting communications via Ethernet, RS232, RS485, and GSM/3G/4G, the server includes a web interface for configuration and monitoring. Enhanced security features guard against data corruption, while its architecture adheres to modern security principles. Data collection is optimized for minimal data traffic and includes secure SIM options. Standard and customizable reports can be automated, while data export is available in multiple formats such as XML and ASCII. The server's REST API allows integration with other systems, adding flexibility for software development.
- Alba Cloud Server is perfect for data collection of devices spread over large geographical areas.
- This product is quick to setup and used together with 4G, the system will be more or less up and running as soon as the modem is powered on.
- Alba Cloud Server can connect to meters directly or via a combination of Alba Cloud and meters/devices.
- The system is accessible from anywhere in the world on any device that can connect to the Internet.
- The Cloud server is completely independent of any meter vendor to simplify the incorporation of existing meters and replacing meters in the future.
Protocols
M-Bus, Modbus, IEC 1107, IEC 62056-21, DLMS, IEC 61850, NMEA, OPC, TCP/IP etc.
Communication
Ethernet, RS232, RS485, GSM/GPRS/3G/4G etc.
User interface
All Affectus Alba systems are delivered with a web interface. Presentation, configuration, alarms, functions etc. are managed via a standard web browser.
Security
Alba Cloud Server has several important functions to maintain a high security, both in terms of data access and that the data does not become corrupt or changed. The architechture is built upon current state of the art security principles.
Data collection
Alba Cloud Server manage data collection from many different devices, over the Internet or 4G networks. Affectus has secure SIM cards that can be used in VPC’s to get a high level of security. Drivers are optimised to minimise data traffic and has many levels of alarms if something goes wrong.
Reports
Several standard reports are included, such as text and tables as well as graphs. All reports can be saved as report templates for recurring tasks. With Alba Cloud server, customer tailored reports can be produced. Get the report in your mailbox every month/day/hour.
Export of data
Data can be exported in many formats such as ASCII, XML, MSCONS, PQDIFF, e-mail etc.
Dashboard
With a dashbord the user can get easily access to the most commonly used reports, statistics etc. Different dashboard can be used for different users.
REST-API for integration
Alba Cloud Server has a REST API available for integration with other system in addition to file export integration. REST API can also be used by software like Python or Java script.
Alarm
Alarms are created by simple functions that look at each value. The alarm is written in an alarm log and can be mailed to several recipients. Several inputs can be used to create alarms, e.g. wind speed and power.
Meter/protocol
CewePrometer, Elster, EMH, Metrum, Iskra, Prometer 100, ProQ 100, Elite 440, ABB Modbus, M-Bus, NMEA, Modbus, Coap, DLMS, OPC UA
