Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Electronics manufacturers often need specialized communication adapters, power‑over‑Ethernet supplies, cables, and other automation components, but locating compatible parts from multiple vendors can be time‑consuming and may require extensive procurement effort.
Solution
Smart Factory Direct operates an online catalog that aggregates a wide range of industrial automation products—including IPC‑SMEMA‑9851 and IPC‑HERMES‑9852 adapters, SMEMA adaptor families, PoE power supplies, cables, mounts, and maintenance parts—into a single searchable storefront. Customers can create a wishlist of required items and submit it via email to receive a DHL tracking number for direct shipment. The platform leverages a nopCommerce backend to provide real‑time inventory visibility, product filtering by manufacturer and price, and a streamlined checkout process, enabling rapid ordering of niche factory‑floor components without the need for multiple supplier contacts.
Target Audience
Primary customers are electronics manufacturers, contract assemblers, and automation engineers who need to source specialized factory‑floor communication and power components for SMT production lines.
Features
- Centralized product catalog covering SMEMA/HERMES communication adapters, PoE supplies, cables, mounts, power supplies, and related maintenance parts
- Manufacturer filters (e.g., 4IR.UK British Systems, Brainboxes Ltd) and price sorting to quickly locate suitable components
- Wishlist creation tool that generates a shareable URL for order submission via email
- Integrated DHL shipping with tracking numbers provided automatically after order confirmation
- nopCommerce‑based e‑commerce engine supporting secure login, cart management, and order history for repeat purchases