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Node-RED and n8n<\/p>\n

Node-RED and n8n integration for flexible IoT automation<\/h1>\n

Turn sensor data into action with visual, low-code flows. Connect Sensor-Online to messaging, ticketing, databases and business systems without writing a full application.<\/p>\n

Book a demo<\/a>Call +46 (0)500 6000 22<\/a><\/div>\n

500+ customers<\/b> \u00b7 100,000+ active sensors<\/b> \u00b7 Trusted by Akademiska Hus, Vattenfall, LKAB and HSB<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

How it works<\/h2>

From event to outcome.<\/p>

Event<\/h3>

New data, an alarm or a threshold crossing.<\/p><\/div>

Flow<\/h3>

A visual Node-RED or n8n flow takes over.<\/p><\/div>

Logic<\/h3>

Filter, enrich, transform and route the data.<\/p><\/div>

Outcome<\/h3>

A message, a ticket, a database row or a call to another system.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

What you can build<\/h2>

Examples of automations that take minutes, not weeks.<\/p>

Alerts to your channels<\/h3>

Post alarm messages to Slack and other messaging tools, or send e-mail.<\/p><\/div>

Tickets and work orders<\/h3>

Create a ticket in your service or maintenance system when something goes wrong.<\/p><\/div>

Protocol bridges<\/h3>

Move data between MQTT, REST, webhooks and other interfaces.<\/p><\/div>

Data pipelines<\/h3>

Send sensor data to databases, BI tools and other systems.<\/p><\/div>

Business workflows<\/h3>

Combine sensor events with ERP, CRM and other business data.<\/p><\/div>

Custom dashboards and logic<\/h3>

Build exactly the behaviour your operation needs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

Node-RED or n8n?<\/h2>

Both are supported. Choose by the job.<\/p>

<\/th>Node-RED<\/th>n8n<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Best for<\/th>Event-driven flows close to devices and protocols<\/td>Workflow automation across business apps and services<\/td><\/tr>
Style<\/th>Visual, flow-based programming in the browser<\/td>Visual workflows with ready-made app connections<\/td><\/tr>
Typical use<\/th>MQTT, device data and protocol logic<\/td>Messages, tickets, e-mail and business processes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/section>\n

Node-RED or the rule engine?<\/h2>

Pick the simplest tool for each job.<\/p>

Use the built-in rule engine for alarms and calculations inside the platform. Use Node-RED or n8n when you need to reach outside it, such as other systems, services or people.<\/p>Compare with the rule engine \u2192<\/a><\/section>\n

Related features<\/h2>

JavaScript rule engine<\/h3>Read more \u2192<\/a><\/div>

Alarm management<\/h3>Read more \u2192<\/a><\/div>

Secure IoT platform with REST API<\/h3>Read more \u2192<\/a><\/div>

Integrate IoT data with business systems<\/h3>Read more \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>
What are Node-RED and n8n?<\/summary>

Node-RED and n8n are visual, low-code tools for building automations by connecting nodes and services in the browser.<\/p><\/details>

Do I need to be a developer?<\/summary>

No. The flows are visual, and many automations need little or no code.<\/p><\/details>

Can I trigger a flow from an alarm?<\/summary>

Yes. Alarms and events can start a flow, for example to send a message or create a ticket.<\/p><\/details>

How does it connect to Sensor-Online?<\/summary>

Through the REST API, webhooks and MQTT.<\/p><\/details>

Does it work on-premise?<\/summary>

Yes. The integrations work with SaaS and on-premise installations.<\/p><\/details><\/div><\/section>\n

Want to automate your IoT workflows? Talk to an engineer.<\/h2>

Tell us what should happen when your sensors report, and we will help you design the flow.<\/p>

Book a demo<\/a>Call +46 (0)500 6000 22<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n

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