A startup company ANTAR IoT founded by IIM-Calcutta management graduate Rajaneesh Vasant and headquartered at Innovation Valley IT SEZ, Visakhapatnam is at the forefront of industrial IoT solutions that prioritise safety, efficiency, and modernization. Known for its AI-powered, customized solutions, ANTAR IoT addresses significant challenges across industries with a focus on sustainability and risk mitigation. One of its latest innovations, the “Equipment Safety and Modernization” solution, seeks to resolve a common issues which include equipment failures due to inadequate maintenance. ``Such failures, stemming from overuse or underuse, can shorten equipment lifespan and cause hazardous incidents, affecting both production and safety,’’ said Rajneesh Vasant, who heads a team of professionals.
He said the Equipment Safety and Modernization solution includes a retrofit device that can be attached to either legacy or modern machinery. ANTAR IoT’s engineers conduct thorough inspections to ensure optimal device installation, enabling continuous monitoring of critical parameters. This system provides real-time alerts, empowering firms to take preventive measures that avoid mishaps and reduce downtime.
A tailored version of this solution has been implemented for GAIL (India) Limited, addressing the unique safety requirements of the energy sector by deploying a wireless alerting system that provides instant notifications to nearby communities in case of emergencies.
Unlike traditional wired alerting systems, which may face delays due to physical damage or maintenance issues, ANTAR IoT’s wireless solution is both resilient and rapid to deploy. It uses transmitters and strategically positioned receivers (hooters) in surrounding villages, ensuring prompt alerts during critical situations, such as gas leaks or equipment failures, Rajneesh said.
Rajaneesh said he steered ANTAR IoT toward creating impactful Industry 4.0 solutions that drive sustainability, safety, and productivity in India’s industrial sectors.
