Frio develops smart heat trace controllers that integrate IoT connectivity, advanced sensing, and control methods for 24/7 monitoring. This system provides automatic fault notification, increasing system reliability and improving energy efficiency for freeze protection applications. The connected cloud platform offers users centralized dashboard insight to monitor device status and troubleshoot issues proactively, reducing lifetime operating costs.
Funding
$1.7M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Heat trace systems, used to prevent frozen pipes in buildings and HVAC systems, often consume excessive energy due to inefficient controls and lack of real-time monitoring. This can lead to high operating costs and potential system failures if issues are not detected promptly.
Solution
Frio offers a smart heat trace controller that leverages IoT connectivity and advanced sensing to provide 24/7 monitoring and automatic fault notification. The system optimizes energy consumption by ensuring heat tracing only operates when necessary, reducing wasted energy and lowering operating costs. The Frio dashboard provides users with system insights, allowing them to monitor device status, view alarm logs, and proactively address potential issues before they escalate into major problems.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes building owners, facility managers, and HVAC professionals responsible for maintaining and optimizing heat trace systems in commercial and residential buildings.
Features
- IoT-enabled heat trace controller for remote monitoring and control
- 24/7 system monitoring with automatic fault notifications
- Cloud-based dashboard for real-time system insights and historical data analysis
- Advanced control methods to optimize energy efficiency
- Mobile and tablet compatibility for convenient access to system data
- Alarm and heater logs for proactive troubleshooting