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Owasys Edge Intelligence for Remote Industrial Environments

Edge Intelligence Built for Harsh, Remote Realities

Stop Guessing. Start Knowing.

Owasys, part of HMS Networks, delivers open-platform wireless gateways designed for machine builders, OEMs and industrial automation providers. These devices serve as the central processing layer for mobile or remote machines, gathering data from sensors, processing it locally and securely transmitting it to cloud or control systems.

Owasys solutions are purpose-built for industrial environments where reliability, resilience and remote connectivity are critical.

If you can’t see what your remote machines are doing, you can’t improve them.

Whether you manage off-highway vehicles, industrial generators, agricultural machinery, or mobile infrastructure, you’re likely battling:

  • Unplanned downtime with no early warnings
  • Mobile assets spread across wide geographies, making it hard to gather real-time data
  • Connectivity gaps and protocol mismatches between systems and sensors
  • Underutilised data that could improve performance, safety, or fuel efficiency
  • Security concerns around opening up remote access or device updates

Owasys solves these exact problems — with a suite of Linux-based, rugged IoT gateways designed to sit at the edge of your industrial operation, gather data, run logic, and keep you connected — securely and continuously.

What Is Owasys?

Owasys, part of HMS Networks, is a leading provider of open-platform wireless gateways designed for machine builders, OEMs and industrial automation providers. These devices serve as the central data hub for mobile or remote machines, gathering data from sensors, processing it locally and securely transmitting it to the cloud or control centres, even in demanding field environments.

Owasys products are widely deployed in applications requiring ruggedised edge computing with secure remote communications.

Key Challenges Owasys Helps Solve

Lack of Remote Visibility

With real-time telemetry via LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS, and CANbus, Owasys lets you monitor every machine – engine hours, fault codes, location, fuel use – from anywhere in the world.

Missed Maintenance Opportunities

Owasys enables condition-based maintenance and predictive analytics. Reduce downtime and field service costs by acting on early warnings and real-time alerts.

Protocol Chaos in Industrial Environments

Easily convert and communicate across protocols – Modbus, CAN, RS-485, MQTT, OPC UA – without expensive middleware.

Security Risks in Remote Connectivity

Features like Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, VPN support, and certificate-based authentication protect your machines and your data.

Complex Development and Integration

Open Linux platform with full developer freedom (Python, C, Java, Docker), prebuilt for use with AWS, Azure, and other cloud services.

Owasys devices are designed to sit at the edge of industrial operations, combining connectivity, processing and security in a single platform.

The Owasys Edge Advantage

  • Rugged Linux-based hardware: Designed for vibration, dust, water, and extreme temperatures (IP67 / IP6K9K rated)
  • Intelligent data handling: Collect, process, filter, and send only the data you need — at the edge
  • Modular expansion: Tailor I/Os, cellular modems, and GNSS as per your use case
  • Remote device management: Update firmware, push configs, or troubleshoot via owaDM platform
  • Built for developers: Choose your stack — Debian, Yocto, Python, C, Java, Docker, Balena
  • Owasys hardware is engineered for harsh field deployment where stable edge performance is essential.

Products at a Glance

 owa4X

Compact, proven IoT gateways

  • Lightweight, field-ready platforms
  • CAN + LTE + GNSS + RS interfaces
  • Used across: Telematics, logistics, OEM fleet monitoring

The owasys owa4X platform is commonly used in mobile and remote asset monitoring applications.

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owa5X

High-performance edge computer with AI support

  • Quad-core ARM, NPU for machine learning at the edge
  • LTE Cat 4, GPS, CAN, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, RS232/RS485
  • Secure Boot + TPM + encrypted storage
  • Ideal for: Smart agriculture, autonomous equipment, advanced analytics

The owasys owa5X supports advanced edge analytics and AI-enabled deployments.

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 owa450

Flexible edge controller with I/O expansion

  • Linux OS, rich wired and wireless connectivity
  • Perfect for condition monitoring and remote control
  • Used in: Public works vehicles, energy assets, environmental stations

The owasys owa450 is designed for industrial control and monitoring in distributed environments.

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owa344

Compact industrial IoT gateway for connected machines

  • Runs open Linux (Yocto based) for full application freedom
  • Dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 platform with LTE Cat 1 bis and 2G fallback
  • Secure Boot + optional TPM 2.0 for trusted, secure deployments
  • Ideal for: Fleet management, remote monitoring, industrial automation, and energy systems

The owasys owa344 provides compact edge intelligence for connected equipment.

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Owasys FAQs

What Is Owasys?

Owasys is a range of rugged industrial gateways and edge computing devices designed for remote and mobile machine connectivity.

Where Are Owasys Devices Typically Used?

Owasys devices are used in fleet management, industrial automation, utilities, agriculture and remote asset monitoring applications.

Does Owasys Support Secure Remote Connectivity?

Yes. Owasys platforms support secure communication protocols including VPN, Secure Boot and certificate-based authentication.

Can Owasys Devices Process Data at the Edge?

Yes. Owasys hardware runs Linux-based operating systems and supports local data processing before transmission to cloud platforms.

Platform Features

Feature What It Delivers
Open Linux OS Full programming freedom using standard tools
Multi-protocol support Communicate with almost any industrial or vehicle bus
Edge compute Filter, log, and process data locally
Cloud-ready Connect to AWS, Azure, Cumulocity, Balena, MQTT brokers
owaDM Full lifecycle management: firmware, config, diagnostics
Security Secure Boot, VPN, certificates, encrypted partitions

Real-World Applications

Fleet & Asset Telematics – GPS tracking, fuel monitoring, usage analytics

Agriculture & Forestry – Condition monitoring for harvesters, irrigation, drones

Utilities & Energy – Remote control of EV chargers, solar inverters, weather stations

Municipal Services – Snow groomers, waste trucks, service vehicles

Rail & Transportation – Predictive diagnostics, real-time status, and alerts

Why Choose Owasys

  • Decades of expertise in remote automation and industrial networking
  • Proven hardware deployed in 50+ countries across 500+ projects
  • Built-in HMS ecosystem integration (Anybus, Ewon, Ixxat, Red Lion)
  • ISO9001, ISO14001 certified, automotive and rail-grade ready

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Whether you’re building a smart fleet, connecting a machine, or scaling a remote monitoring solution, Owasys offers the power, reliability, and flexibility you need at the edge.

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