Clarity Industrial Energy Management Increase Drive Peak Plant Performance and Save Money in Manufacturing from Energy & Process Efficiencies. Lean & Green Webinar Recording Energy Management Technology It can sometimes feel that manufacturing and refrigeration power consumption are an uncontrolled cost centre. Manufacturers are also under pressure to cut costs and save money. This has only been heightened by the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through Clarity Energy Efficiency & Process Optimisation , manufacturers can access Energy Management Control Systems to lower their bills, increase their equipment uptime, and ensure peak performance. Schedule a Demo Pinpoint what drives overall plant energy consumption Track energy consumption through statistical analysis tools. Convert live data onto models Dynamically and continuously calculate plant performance, and compare it to the actual. Develop predictive models Get insights by building individual models of each of your major plant components. Talk to us to see how Clarity can be offered as software-only or as a managed service to deliver efficiencies. Contact Us Real-Time Analytics Between SCADA systems, Energy Management Systems (EMSs, or EMCSs), Data Historians, BMS’s, Maintenance Management Systems, ERPs, etc., having enough data simply isn’t a problem. But is it actually adding any insights? Simply aggregate all data into a real-time analytics specialist app that turns data abundance into actionable insights , which combined with engineering expertise will help any manufacturing enterprise deliver and maintain tangible savings. 15% Saving in energy consumption 20% Increase in process efficiency 100% Real-time visibility of optimisation opportunities Register your interest or schedule a Demo: Through our planning and implementation services, CEOs, CTOs, plant directors, facility managers, process and site engineers can: Register Register your Interest Develop an IIoT Strategy and learn how Industry 4.0 Tech can help to boost productivity. Realistically achieve efficiency from capex and production. Collect and understand production data. Create fast, simple and accurate reports with understandable and relevant KPIs. Understand the flow of energy and the energy usage of your facility. Use tools for CSR and CI. Create effective change strategies to drive energy and process optimisations, achieving continuous improvement. Polestar & Crowley Carbon Polestar IIoT & Clarity Sustainability is at our core, and we are not only talking about trees and global warming (which is relevant too!). ​ We are talking mainly about business sustainability . With our solutions, we provide your manufacturing enterprise with a unique offering... combining data connections, software and energy & process expertise to deliver and maintain savings. Explore how to optimise your processes and energy usage. Schedule a Demo Achieve Peak Plant Performance PLANT & PROCESS OPTIMISATION FOR MANUFACTURING Don’t just save money, implement and maintain an optimisation strategy, improving your production processes and ensuring maximum efficiency of industrial equipment. Trusted by Who is this Service for? This service is designed for CEOs, CTOs, COOs, Production Managers, Heads of Engineering, Plant Directors, Facility Managers and Site Engineers from any Manufacturing Industry. Check out our Events Keep up-to-date with our Industry 4.0 events. We have more going on during 2021 . Please check all of Polestar's events: IIoT Events

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Lean & Green How to Increase Efficiency and Save Money in Food Manufacturing Wednesday the 24th of Feb, 2021 | 15:00 GMT Register Now About this Web Event It can sometimes feel that manufacturing and refrigeration power consumption are an uncontrolled cost centre. Food manufacturers are also under pressure to cut costs and save money. This has only been heightened by the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through energy efficiency & process optimisation , food manufacturers can lower their bills, increase their equipment uptime, and ensure peak performance. To achieve that we can teach you to: Pinpoint what drives overall plant energy consumption Track energy consumption through statistical analysis tools. Convert live data onto models Dynamically and continuously calculate plant performance, and compare it to the actual. Develop predictive models Get insights by building individual models of each of your major plant components. An added learning will be about achieving sustainability and a lower carbon footprint. * Please pre-book your attendance here - We have a limited number of slots that are likely to be booked out early. Pre-Register to the event using the form below: In this webinar, we will explore the possibilities for plant directors, facility managers and site engineers to: Wednesday the 24th of Feb, 2021. 15:00 GMT Register Polestar & Crowley Carbon Register Now Develop an IIoT Strategy and learn how Industry 4.0 Tech can help to boost productivity. Realistically achieve efficiency from Capex and production. Collect and understand production data. Create fast, simple and accurate reports with understandable and relevant KPIs. Understand the flow of energy and the energy usage of your facility. Use tools for CSR and CI. Polestar IIoT & Crowley Carbon Sustainability is at our core, and we are not only talking about trees and global warming, which is definitely relevant, anyways! ​ We are talking mainly about business sustainability . With our solutions, we provide your manufacturing enterprise with a unique offering... combining data connections, software and energy & process expertise to deliver and maintain savings. Explore how to optimise your processes and energy usage. Register Now Achieve Peak Plant Performance PLANT & PROCESS OPTIMISATION FOR MANUFACTURING Don’t just save money, implement and maintain an optimisation strategy, improving your production processes and ensuring maximum efficiency of industrial equipment. Trusted by Polestar & Crowley Carbon Who can attend? This webinar is designed for CEOs, CTOs, COOs, Production Managers, Heads of Engineering, Plant Directors, Facility Managers and Site Engineers from the Food Manufacturing Industry. ​ Nevertheless, if we find some spaces available we will welcome other professional profiles interested in joining. Can't Make it to this Session? No hurries, no worries... We have more going on during 2021 . Please check all of Polestar's events: IIoT Events

Industrial IT & IIoT Whitepapers The Industrial Data Space: A Cloud-based Approach On-premise OT systems are extremely proprietary in nature, with little to no compatibility between different manufacturers. The same approach is also being adopted on Cloud platforms. Using the IDS reference architecture would allow for standardised approaches towards data sharing, enabling access to data created by machines from different manufacturers. Read the Whitepaper Here our next Whitepaper Hold on tight, 'cause our next whitepaper is gonna be rad! Read the Whitepaper

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Smart Factory Consulting As experts in technology for the Process and Manufacturing industries , we deliver consulting services for upgrading your IT, digitalising your operations, digitising your machinery & process data, integrating your IT & OT, upskilling your workforce, and enabling IoT & AI for Smart Manufacturing practices. Assessment & Guidance AI Enablement Workshop Digital Transformation for the Industry Build a Smarter Factory Tired of impractical digital transformation consulting? Polestar Digital Transformation Consulting Services are thought to set you up right into implementation. Our core expertise is in IT/OT integration, Industrial Networks, ICS, Operational Technologies and Automation systems... we skip all the hype and buzz to get down to work. Digitally Connected Production IT/OT Convergence Industrial Data, Cloud & AI IT & OT Security How we've helped Manufacturers? Up Digital Transformation Case Studies Digital Transfomation Projects Thanks to our Consulting, Design & Implementation services, our customers have achieved greater manufacturing flexibility, increased productivity, higher quality production and a reduction in operative costs through better system connectivity and use of their industrial data . Learn more about Digital Transformation with our Case Studies Up Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design... More Industry 4.0 Projects Digital Transformation Case Studies The Output Benefits of Digitization Through our planning & implementation services, Operation Managers, IT Directors, Automation Managers, Plant Directors, Facility Managers and Site Engineers can: Our approach to Digital Transformation Develop an IIoT Strategy and apply Digital Transformation for boosting productivity & quality. Draft blueprints of your current and future Digital Assets for further evaluation and scalability. Establish organisational preparedeness and leadership for tech implementation & scalability. Execute deployments through agile methodologies and fast installations . Prevent process, data and asset losses through secure-by-design architectures, systems and methodologies. Realistically achieve efficiency from Capex and Cost Centre optimisation. Interested in upgrading your Digital Infrastructure? Digitalisation Stages Get Some Guidance Key Outcomes 20% Asset Eficiency up to 25% Better Sustainability up to 30% Cost Reduction up to 35% Improved Quality up to Machine Monitoring Predictive Maintenance Dynamic Schedulling Quality Sensing & Prediction Parts Tracking & Visibility Asset & Data Security Scalability & Efficiency Data: Deloitte, 2020 Digital Transformation Roadmap Digtalisation Roadmap Enable Cloud-based Smart Manufacturing & Edge Analytics for upgrading legacy communications, improving operations, and start exploring the benefits of AI for Industrial Processes. What type of projects can you develop with us? Up 1 Discover + Operations Strategy Analysis + Infrastructure & Tech Assessment​ + Team & Leadership Analysis + Risk & Policy Analysis + Digital Transformation Blueprints 2 Design + Business Case & Tech Strategy + IT/OT Architecture Design + IT/OT Convergence Plan + OT & Security Policies + Technology Implementation Plan 3 Develop + Stakeholder Allignment + System Design & Configuration + Team Upskilling + Infrastructure Scalability + AI & Smart Manufacturing​ Need assistance with the Design or Implementation of a Digitalisation Project? Contact Us Digital Transformation Experts Glenys Hall Partnerships Manager, contracts and SLA negotiations. Stuart Gregory Communications, Systems Engineer and Project Manager. DCCIS. Rory IT/OT IT & OT Connectivity | IT/OT Integration Julian Smith CyberSecurity Engineer, IT | OT Optimisation & Strategic Business. Neil Scott Network Engineer & IT Consultant. Cisco CCNA for Industrial Networks. Andy Llewellyn Design, implementation & troubleshooting of resilient OT and servers. Mario A. Castro-Rojas Digital Business Strategy: IoT, Cloud, Mobility & Marketing. Certified as... SRA

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Professional IT Services Industry-specific IT Services & Support | UK & Europe IT Services for Business IT Services & Support We audit, configure, install, and optimise your c ompany's IT Networks, Hardware & SaaS . Get industry-specialised Network and System Engineers to deploy and secure your data infrastructure for better process efficiency . IT Project Services IT Systems & Solutions Digital Transformation for SMEs IT Services IT Services & Consulting Choose which data is synced to the cloud and which stays on-premise. Whether you'd like to back up your information or use cloud services for analytics, we'll assist you. Request this IT Service Our cybersecurity portfolio for business include secure-by-design infrastructure, policy development & governance, and fit-for-purpose solution licensing & hardware. Request this IT Service Polestar's technology partnerships will allow you to access the best pricing & support for every SaaS Licensing & Hardware solution you may need. Request this IT Service Cloud Services & Migration IT & OT Cybersecurity IT Procurement We physically assess your facilities to deploy a fit-for-purpose cabling structure. Industrial network cabling for harsh environments with enterprise-class features. Request this IT Service With our Network Auditing services we help you to find faults in your network and perform WiFi/Wireless Surveys to improve the efficiency of your IT communications. Request this IT Service Our Engineers will help you increase your networks speed, load and efficiency to prevent or treat performance issues, and set up full network prioritisation for apps. Request this IT Service Structured Cabling Network Auditing Services Network Balancing Our Network and Cybersecurity Engineers are specialised in the Integration of Enterprise IT and Legacy Systems. We can help if you also need data Migration. Request this IT Service We help manufacturers to establish documented evidence of the correct installation and safe operation of your production equipment according to requirements. Request this IT Service Call it Digitalisation, Smart Manufacturing or Industry 4.0, we help you trace the routemap to achieve your operational goals through technology. Request this IT Service Systems Integration IQ OQ PQ Documentation Smart Factory Consulting Trusted by: IT Projects Deployment IT Project Services Additional network capacity comes with additional complexity. We use a simplified roll-out method for managing network and IT vulnerability when deploying up or downscaling projects . Our product configuration and integration capabilities cover end-to-end network deployments. IT Roll-out Projects Testing Scalability and Security for your Network and IT deployments. After designing your WAN & LAN networks and choosing the right industrial hardware, we proceed with the installation of your data cabling, WiFi networks and IT Systems . If your network needs an update, or your systems are coming to their EOL, we help you manage their replacements. Installations & Replacements Industrial IT deployments: Switching & Routing, Industrial Ethernet, WiFi and 5G. It is crucial to make sure that your data cables have been designed, structured and installed with adaptability and scalability in mind since IT and technology are constantly evolving. We’ll also physically assess your facilities to deploy a fit-for-purpose cabling structure . Structured Cabling Deployments Industrial network cabling for harsh environments with enterprise-class features. Interested in getting a Quick Consultation or Contracting the IT Services above? Contact Us IT & OT Systems Provisioning IT & OT System Supply Secure connectivity for demanding industrial and outdoor applications. Through our IT Services, we deliver, configure and install Industrial-grade Switching & Routing Solutions, Cabling, Ethernet, Wireless Communications, Computers, Laptops, and Edge to Cloud Solutions for harsh environments. Industrial-grade IT Hardware IT Hardware Computing Hardware Production Line PCs Laptops & Mobile Devices Edge Computing IoT Gateways Networking Hardware WAN Rugged Switches WAN Rugged Routers Transreceivers/Converters Infrastructure as a Service Data Centre UCS Serial Servers Private Cloud Services Backup & Disaster Recovery Industrial Wireless WiFi 6 Routers Industrial 5G Data SIMs for M2M/IoT RTLS WiFi/BLE Tags Industrial Hardware All of our IT Hardware Solutions are industrial-grade, which grants you resistence to rugged environments; and the availability, traffic types, determinism, reliability, synchronicity, and resilience that your facilities require. Edge to Cloud Remote Access Wickets Edge Gateways IoT Gateways Cloud Connectivity Cloud Storage SaaS & PaaS IT Software Let us assess your IT Strategy and existing systems thoroughly in order to provision accurate fit-for-purpose SaaS or PaaS Solutions . We can also guide you on the right licensing schemes, depending on the size of your business. We do not only collaborate with Corporate Businesses but also with Small to Medium Enterprises . ​ You'll also get full Configuration and Customisation through our IT Services. Learn more about the solutions we supply: Network Management Data Centre Cybersecurity Remote Access & Collaboration Business Analytics - AI IoT & Cloud Services Field Assets Management Process & Machinery Analytics - AI Contact Us IT Support IT Support & Managed Services Located at the Sir Colin Campbell Innovation Park, Polestar agilely delivers IT Services for companies operating in the main cities of the UK Midlands. However, our team has also specialised in working either on-site or remotely with manufacturers and enterprises with facilities located across the UK and the EU. Nottingham IT Services Nottingham UK Midlands IT Services Midlands Rest of the UK IT Services in the UK European Union IT Services in the EU We take pride in building long-term, trust-based relationships with our customers by providing world-class IT Services and ongoing IT life-cycle support. With our dedicated boutique services, we assist you in the troubleshooting of a comprehensive range of industrial IT solutions. We accompany you from End-to-End through the digital transformation of your company. Industry-specific Support Food and Beverage ​The F&B Industry requires IT Services fitted to both their carpeted and uncarpeted environments, with enterprise and ruggedised systems integrated. We are experts in this vertical, and acknowledge common IT bottlenecks and challenges. IT Services Food & Bev FMCG The FMCG Industry comprises a complex ever-changing array of operations in terms of the production, packaging, distribution and marketing of goods. Consequently, companies in this vertical require IT companies with highly specialised technology services. IT Services FMCG Pharmaceutical Compliance is key in the Pharma industry. IT companies aiming to serve this vertical need strong cybersecurity and governance policy development skills. At Polestar we specialise in IT Services for highly regulated industries, such as Pharma & Healthcare. IT Services Pharma Retail When handling, customer, supply chain, and financial data, cybersecurity is critical. We can assess your current and future securirty risks and needs and offer your Retail Enterprise a bespoke security solution in therms of Policies, Infrastructure and SaaS. IT Services Retail Automotive R&D, Data, and Quality Assurance are the key drivers of the Automotive Industry. Let us guide you through IT/OT integration and technology uplifting, modernising at your pace using existing infrastructure to enhance your operations and meet the demands of this market. IT Services Automotive Logistics Asset Tracking, Wide area connectivity, and High-availability are key for seamless operations in a Warehouse or for Transportation Logistics. At Polestar we can assess your business' technology needs and provision best-in-class systems and IT Services. IT Services Warehousing Education Wide area connectivity and High-availability are key for seamless operations in the Education Sector. At Polestar we can assess your institutions' technology needs and provision best-in-class systems and services to help you position as leaders in the market. IT Services Education Healthcare ​The Healthcare Industry requires IT Solutions fitted to both their carpeted and uncarpeted environments, with enterprise and ruggedised systems integrated and high compliance standards. We help you solve common IT bottlenecks and challenges. IT Services Healthcare Contact Us Industrial IT Resources Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design...

Are you IIoT Ready? Polestar’s Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) services will move your enterprise and/or manufacturing processes further, helping your company to be secure, connected, and smart, anytime, anywhere, by delivering a staged IIoT strategy . An IIoT strategy is great to enhance productivity, but you need: basic learn more... Ensure physical needs: power, connectivity, climate & value. Take a Test Not sure where are you at? secure learn more... Implement security features, element encoding & factor authentication. smart learn more... Explore analytics, logic & predictive behaviour. gatherer learn more... Record data of transactions, logs & diagnostics. connected learn more... Build interfaces, communication and a secure-by-design network. Stages of Industrial Internet of Things Questions about how to improve your productivity through Industrial IoT? IIoT FAQs Need more guidance? Book an IIoT Strategy Workshop IIoT Services from Polestar Industrial IoT Planning ​ Not sure where to start with IIoT? Polestar's experts will help you to build an IoT strategy that puts automation at the centre of your operations. Industrial IoT Services Polestar has delivered IIoT projects to a variety of industrial verticals & sectors; ranging from manufacturing to healthcare. Get in touch to trial our services today. Industrial IoT Support We take pride in building long-term, trust-based relationships with our customers by providing ongoing IIoT & Industrial Networks life-cycle support.

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Industrial Edge & IoT | IoT-Edge in a Box IoT- Edge... In a BOX! Connect all your machinery & unify your factories with our IIoT-Edge Platform , powered by FANUC 's FIELD System. This Industrial Edge Solution grants manufacturers secure Edge access to their production data , and Cloud access to hundreds of third-party Apps tailored to every management need. Connect securely and efficiently entire production lines to the FIELD System , stream data in real-time, and improve plant performance . IoT Apps Request a Demo What can you do with our IoT-Edge in a Box ? Uptime Enhancement Check the Apps Productivity Improvement Check the Apps OEE Tracking Check the Apps Quality Boost Check the Apps Cloud Infrastructures. Machine tools, Robots, PLCs and Sensors. How does the FIELD System work? The FIELD system collects and analyses machine data locally (on-premise) and at the Edge, speeding up data analysis on-site. This information can be used to control or improve the production process immediately. For comparisons between different factory locations, customers can choose to store and analyse selected machine status data in an external cloud. The FIELD system can be linked to higher-level in-plant systems such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), SCM (Supply Chain Management) and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems). FIELD can even be configured to interact with any cloud-based platform. Request a Demo An IIoT Service for your field-level OT Benefits of the FIELD System for Manufacturers Full Control Over your Data The FIELD system is ‘edge-heavy’ and collects and processes all production data at source. You can decide whether to keep your production data on-site, or to process it further in Cloud Apps. Improved Machinery Uptime Monitor production and the performance of all your devices. Flag any that are not operating at intended capacity. Perform waveform failure analysis. Receive preventive maintenance alerts and improve the lifetime of your factory devices. Reduced Energy Consumption Detect whether all connected machines are running regularly or not, monitor their power consumption levels, and make informed decisions. Connect Energy Management Apps to achieve energy efficiencies. Improved Process Quality Design data-based processes, make predictions about machine behaviours or potential failures. With our Apps, you can visualise the whole production process and detect whether all connected machines are running regularly or not. Better Overall Equipment Efficiency Captures the OEE data of the entire production system in real-time and visualise it on a dashboard for better decision making. Reduced Consumables' Costs With our machine monitoring systems, you can get insights from performance information related to change history and consumables, helping you with a granular tracking of what your factory devices are spending. Request more info or Schedule a Demo of the IoT-Edge in a Box and FIELD System IoT Apps FIELD System Demo Case Study : European Manufacturer unifying three different factories Apps available with the IoT-Edge in a Box Uptime Enhancement FANUC ZDT (On-Premise) Datasheet FANUC MT-LINKi / AI Servo Monitor Datasheet FANUC CNC Edit Log Datasheet FANUC CNC & Robot Backup Datasheet FANUC Equipment Daily Check Datasheet ALASCOM APM Datasheet IGUS- Smart Plastics i.Cee Datasheet NSK- Condition Monitoring Datasheet SMC | Wireless IO OPC-UA Datasheet THK | OMNI Edge for FIELD System Datasheet Request a Demo Productivity Improvement FANUC MT-LINKi Datasheet FANUC ROBODRILL-LINKi Datasheet FANUC PMA-Monitor Datasheet COGNIVIX- Fieldview Datasheet Request a Demo Overall Equipment Efficiency OPENDATA | OPERA SMART OEE Datasheet OPENDATA | OPERA PREDICTIVE Datasheet Request a Demo Quality Boost FANUC ROBOSHOT-LINKi2 Datasheet FANUC ROBOCUT-LINKi Datasheet DAIM | Process Stability Calculation Datasheet MARPOSS | ARTIS C-ANALYSE Datasheet MITUTOYO- Instruments Measuring Datasheet RENISHAW- Renishaw Central Datasheet Request a Demo Uptime Enhancement IoT Apps Productivity Improvement OEE Quality Boost Trusted by: Related IIoT Information IoT Gateway Devices vs IoT Devices: Types & Functionality At the heart of the internet of things are the IoT Gateways, a set of networking & computing devices which play the main connectivity role. Edge to Cloud (IoT Edge) Apps for Optimising Production Learn about the different Smart Factory IoT Edge Apps that will help you boost production efficiency, quality and OEE. IoT Edge to assist the nearshoring/reshoring of Manufacturing Facilities IoT Edge connectivity is important for reshoring manufacturing due to its ability to facilitate scalability and real-time monitoring. 1 2 3 4 5

Hello. Explore your new career path Work where transformation happens We connect machines to industrial systems and systems to people, helping industrial companies achieve their full potential in the Digital Transformation era... and that requires a lot of work. Join our team and chase your dreams in the tech industry! Polestar Interactive is a growing and ambitious company, working towards being recognised as a top Industrial IT, IIoT and Digital Transformation consulting and implementation provider for global brands. ​ At the core of every radical transformation, there are radical humans challenging the status quo. We are constantly looking to grow our Transformation Team , which consists of talented individuals passionate about enabling and empowering businesses to get the most out of technology and their IT infrastructure. Your drive and ingenuity can help transform the industry and together we can solve some of the world's biggest challenges. We will support your personal and professional transformation every step of the way. ​ Explore our job opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or are an experienced professional, we offer genuine opportunities for career progression due to our strong track record of building long-term trust-based relationships and promoting from within. Check out our current Vacancies What we believe in INCLUSION Every perspective brings fresh POVs for problem-solving. We prioritise inclusion to empower different voices and promote individually within the industry. INFORMATION Data is key for decision making. When you transfer knowledge, you instigate constant change and innovation. We focus on upskilling the next generation workforce. INGENUITY Ingenuity at Polestar means embracing change in everything we do, from implementing new technologies to making current processes better. INTENT Being ambitious depends on having the right intent. We welcome energetic and self-driven individuals who dream big and achieve even bigger. What is it like to work at Polestar? 01 Flexibility 02 Training 03 Wellness 04 Equality We believe in supporting and developing our people to be the best they can be and offer on-going training , accreditation and mentoring programmes. Here you can combine flexible and remote working options. We encourage workplaces with a trust-based environment that stimulates innovation and fluid collaboration. We understand that everyone needs to devote time to self-care, mental health, family time, and self-realisation. If you are at your best , so we are. We embrace difference and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. 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For that reason, we are located at the Innovation Park in the University of Nottingham, one of the greenest campuses in the United Kingdom . ​ ​ Industry and Infrastructure ​ As a company, our main aim is to build resilient IT infrastructure , helping to achieve one of the millennium goals of inclusive-sustainable industrialisation and the promotion of innovation. This also contributes to increasing resource-use efficiency, and to raising the industry’s share of employment and gross domestic product. ​ How to Join Us Get inspired by our opportunities, we’ll help you make an impact right from the moment you join. ​ Take your first step now. Discover what opportunities are currently available by clicking on the icons below, apply and Join our team ! 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Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Industrial IoT Edge IoT Edge for the Industry Break up industrial data silos and converge operational data at scale at the Edge and/or in the Cloud . Exploit the full potential of your machine and plant data with Industrial IoT Edge to increase your competitive advantages. IoT Edge System Design IoT Edge Connectivity Data & Management Apps Connect & Unify your Factories We design and implement the best-in-class Edge to Cloud Systems tailored to your IT/OT integration and Data needs. Connect any production machine or field device, regardless of brand or generation, into a unified and globally accessible platform. With IoT Edge , manufacturers get secure Edge and/or Cloud access to their production data to optimise workflows , save resources, prevent downtime and improve quality . You can enable shopfloor data processing , process optimisation, extended machine functionalities, predictive applications , remote services , and new business models, having full control over your data at all times. Data Infrastructure for your field-level OT IoT Edge Design An IoT Edge System collects and analyses machine data locally at the Edge , speeding up data analysis on-site. This information can be used to control or improve the production process immediately. For interaction between different plant locations , customers can choose to store and analyse selected machine status data in external clouds. Our IoT Edge systems can be linked to higher-level in-plant systems such as ERP, SCM, MES, and external Data Analytics Apps. ​ At Polestar we design the infrastructure for this to happen with the highest resilience and cybersecurity standards, tailored to every manufacturing need, select the best-in-class hardware vendors, and install the system end-to-end, under Agile methodologies. Ask for Guidance Benefits of IoT Edge for Manufacturers Consolidate Operational Data Break up data silos and consolidate data at scale in the Cloud. Remotely and securely deploy and manage cloud-native workloads such as AI or your own business logic to run directly on your IIoT devices . Optimise Licensing Enable Remote Access to reduce SCADA / MES / Automation licensing, optimise cloud spend and enable your devices to react faster to local changes while operating reliably even in extended offline periods. IT/OT Integration Thanks to central management and automated tasks, Industrial Edge can be quickly and easily integrated in existing automation and IT environments, granting transparency over the entire production process. Full Control Over your Data IoT Edge systems are ‘edge-heavy’ and collect/process all production data at source. You can decide whether to keep your production data on-site , or to process it further in Cloud Apps . Improve Machinery Uptime Monitor the performance of all your field devices, flagging any not operating at their intended capacity. You can perform waveform failure analysis, receive preventive maintenance alerts, and improve the lifetime of your factory devices. Reduce Energy Consumption Monitor all connected machines and their power consumption levels to make informed decisions. Connect energy management Apps to achieve better energy efficiencies . Improve QA/QC Design data-based processes and make machine behaviour or potential failure predictions. Visualise in real-time the whole production process and detect tool wear or whether all machines are running as planned. Better OEE Capture Overall Equipment Efficiency data of the entire production system in real-time and visualise it on a dashboard for better decision-making. By acquiring values in real-time, you can respond to deviations immediately Reduce Maintenance Costs With our machine monitoring systems, you can get insights from performance information related to change history and consumables , helping you with a granular tracking of your factory devices' status . IoT Edge Connectvity As an IT & Networking Services Company , we leverage our extensive expertise in IoT, Edge Computing & OT Security to design and install seamless IoT Edge infrastructure & Data Apps for industrial purposes. ​ Learn how... IoT Edge Connectivity Consulting & Design Data / Infrastructure / Apps Architecting, Security Auditing. We help you to discover which are your data, infrastructure and security needs for the implementation of an IoT Edge system within your factory. ​ After the Consulting and Design phases are completed, we will assign you a Project Manager to proceed with the installation. Request a Quote Installation We build, customise, configure and install all IoT Edge components. Whether you decide to install on-premise-only Data Systems, to go fully Cloud, or both, at Polestar we've got the Engineers. ​ Depending on your circumstances, we may also need to install cabling, other industrial-grade networking, or cybersecurity systems . IoT Edge Hardware Support Polestar provides support through the whole life-cycle of the system. Polestar will assist you through our Partners' Support Services and offer direct support on additional components. ​ We liaise with vendors and partners to de-commission the system's hardware and arrange back shipments to re-furbish it for any new deployments you may have. Contact Us Request an IoT Edge System Demo IoT Edge Apps IoT Edge Apps available IT Apps + Network Management + ERP Integration + CRM Integration More about these Apps IT & OT Security + End-point Security + Threat Management + SD-WAN / NGFWs More about these Apps Cloud Apps + Virtual Machines + Data Management + Backup & Recovery More about these Apps OT Apps + MES Remote Access + Historian Remote Access + SCADA Integration More about these Apps IoT Edge Apps + Uptime Enhancement + Productivity Improvement + Quality Management + OEE Management More about these Apps Field Level Apps + Remote Access to HMIs + Remote Access to PLCs + Remote Access to ICS More about these Apps What can you do on the Factory Floor with IoT Edge ? Cloud Apps From driving operational efficiency to improving product quality, IoT remote monitoring and Edge computing solutions are helping manufacturers save time and money. As a Microsoft partner, we are using Azure IoT Edge to achieve speedy and cost-effective results for industrial companies. MindSphere is an open IoT operating system that enable data analytics and connectivity capabilities with eg. OPC, tools for developers to create applications like MindApps and services. At Polestar we create the infrastructure and connectivity for MindSphere , supply the necessary tools, and get you going with MindSphere. Ask for Guidance FIELD system is an Edge to Cloud platform for the manufacturing industry to access third-party IoT applications and converters for shopfloor devices. Machinery and other field devices can seamlessly connect for secure centralised management and sharing of equipment data. Related IIoT Information IoT Gateway Devices vs IoT Devices: Types & Functionality At the heart of the internet of things are the IoT Gateways, a set of networking & computing devices which play the main connectivity role. Edge to Cloud (IoT Edge) Apps for Optimising Production Learn about the different Smart Factory IoT Edge Apps that will help you boost production efficiency, quality and OEE. IoT Edge to assist the nearshoring/reshoring of Manufacturing Facilities IoT Edge connectivity is important for reshoring manufacturing due to its ability to facilitate scalability and real-time monitoring. 1 2 3 4 5

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Siemens: Industrial Networking Moving the Industry to the Edge with Siemens Industrial Systems Know how to get there Financing Options Building Smarter Factories with Make the most of your Industrial Networks & Data The volume of data in the industry grows continuously. How can you acquire knowledge from this vast amount of information so you can make better and faster decisions and actions? Let Us Guide You Exploit the full potential of your machine and plant data to increase your competitive edge and generate new business models. ​ Optimal utilisation of the data generated in production environments requires having Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) networks seamlessly connected. Our Industrial IT services, powered by Siemens Industrial Networking Systems, allow efficient networking of automation components based on professional infrastructure planning and implementation. We help your Industrial Environment to lay the best foundation for embracing digital transformation. How you can benefit from Siemens Industrial Edge Full Control Over your Data Get control over what data is processed and where it is used. Decide whether to keep your industrial data on-site, or to process it further in a Cloud infrastructure... Seamless OT & IT Connections OT networks are part of automation. To avoid failures, these networks have to be constantly available and reliable. Perform Data transmission reliably at all times, even under difficult conditions. Reduced Storage and Transmission Costs Central management of edge devices and apps reduces deployment and maintenance costs. Analyse data where it originates. Local data from IoT devices can be quickly preprocessed and sent. Contact Us Let our specialists guide you + Want to know more about how you can implement and use Edge-Computing in your company? + Want to improve your Industrial Networks and the connectivity of your OT & IT Systems? ...Talk to our experts who will be happy to advise you! With the comprehensive range of industrial networking solutions that Siemens offer, and Polestar's expertise in secure architectures , we help you to lay a comprehensive foundation for digitalisation and accompany you from End-to-End through the digital transformation of your industrial plants. Industrial Communication Networking Solutions Polestar & Siemens Professional Services, Networking Components. A comprehensive offering of industrial network solutions for resilient and flawless interaction between OT and IT systems. Network components, software and network consulting. Ask Us Industrial Ethernet Siemens Switches, IoT Gateways, Cabling & Network Security. Siemens' Industrial Ethernet is the tried-and-tested technology that can meet the p ower, integration, and real-time availability requirements for industrial communications – including the Ethernet-based standard TSN. Ask Us Wireless Comms Siemens Industrial Wireless LAN, Routers, Transmitters & Fieldbus. Explore the possibilities for flexible and efficient automation solutions. Siemens cover the entire industrial wireless communication spectrum from Wireless LAN (IWLAN) to WiMAX & WirelessHART. Ask Us Ethernet & Factory Wireless Remote Access Siemens Telecontrol & Remote Network Systems. We offer solutions for industrial remote access to the manufacturing and process industries to connect plants geographically dispersed. We implement a broad spectrum of IT systems to access remote networks. Ask Us Industrial Edge Siemens Storage, Edge - Ethernet/IP Connectors, Edge Databus & Apps. Edge systems for intelligent processing of machinery, process and plant data that enables the optimisation of process quality, increased machine availability, and higher machine productivity. Ask Us Financial Services Equipment & Technology, Working Capital & Projects Finance. Siemens offer international financing solutions in the B2B area, primarily in the energy, industry and healthcare markets. The division finances infrastructure, equipment, and working capital investments. Know more Remote Access, Edge, Financial Dazed and Confused? Book an IoT Consulting Session Siemens Financial Services for the Industry Today's market places greater pressure on manufacturers: There is demand to increase output without compromising quality and to work in a sustainable way, all with increasingly stretched budgets. At Polestar , we understand that acquiring new equipment and technology is not always easy. For that sole reason, we have partnered with Siemens Financial Services (SFS) to offer flexible finance options and make digital transformation & cyber security more accessible to our industrial customers. ​ Siemens work closely with manufacturing experts to create affordable and innovative financing. We can relieve the pressure that the industry face nowadays by creating bespoke solutions and putting the equipment and technology your company need within easy reach. ​ With a tailored financing package from Siemens Financial Services you can access better industrial networks, cloud technology, cyber security, hardware, software, and IIoT services to help you stay ahead of competitors. Check some of the SFS Solutions for Manufacturers: HIRE PURCHASE Do you need new equipment or technologies and want to take advantage of tax terms & capital allowance? FINANCE LEASE We purchase and own the equipment or technologies you need, and then lease them to you. No capital funds needed. OPERATING LEASE The equipment is owned by SFS, and is accounted for by you as a shorter term rental expense. SOFTWARE PLAN Do you need access to software to empower your company to make information driven decisions? MANAGED SERVICES Do you need a one stop solution for supply and maintenance of equipment? PAY PER OUTCOME Flexible payments are linked to system usage to suit your the value that the technologies are delivering. SFS & Polestar can help. Contact Us Want to dig deeper? SFS Brochure Siemens Financing Some of the industry verticals we serve: FOOD & BEVERAGE The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly to cope with the changing nature of supply and demand, developing technologies, digitalisation and new ways of working. See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the F&B Industry. FMCG We’ve seen the benefits that agile technologies and digitalisation bring, in terms of increased productivity, energy efficiency and quality for FMCG manufacturing, production and packaging. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the FMCG Industry. PHARMACEUTICAL Pharma is a high compliance industry vertical that needs to constantly invest in machinery, technology, resiliency and facilities to maintain and improve quality, create more value and remain competitive. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Pharmaceutical Industry. MODULAR CONSTRUCTION Building quiality modular furniture, homes and spaces requires high levels of process automation and systems resiliency. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Modular Construction Industry. AEROSPACE In the aerospace industry, process optimisation is being boosted by IIoT-powered analytics that offer insights enabling companies to rapidly take action to correct inefficiencies, wether it is aircraft manufacturing, in-flight operations, or airport logistics. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Aerospace Industry. AUTOMOTIVE IIoT and Smart manufacturing fuel the pace of development and innovation that leading Automotive manufacturers require. ​ In the automotive industry, operating models continue to move towards connected systems that drive cost optimisations, improve product quality and time-to-market. And many others... Book an IIoT Consulting Session Latest info from Siemens in our IIoT Blog IoT Gateway Devices vs IoT Devices: Types & Functionality IoT Edge to assist the nearshoring/reshoring of Manufacturing Facilities Industrial 5G Networks 1 2 3 4