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IoT Integration in Traditional Taverns: A Case Study of Arroka Bar
Technology Category
- Actuators - Electrical Actuators
- Sensors - Electrical Conductivity Sensors
Applicable Industries
- Electrical Grids
- Equipment & Machinery
Applicable Functions
- Facility Management
Use Cases
- Cybersecurity
- Remote Control
Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Arroka Bar, a traditional Basque tavern located in San Sebastian, Spain, is a family-run business that operates six days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The bar's owner, Manuel Herrero, was concerned about the potential for equipment downtime and the subsequent loss of business continuity. The unexpected loss of power could have serious financial implications for the business. Herrero needed to ensure that all refrigerators were running to keep ingredients fresh, the coffee machine was heated up 30 minutes before the first client walked in, and the bar's air conditioning and lighting were working to ensure customer comfort. He also needed to stay alert and ready to solve unexpected issues. Herrero was looking for a solution that would provide remote control of individual electrical devices, insight into the electrical network condition, and notifications in case of issues.
About The Customer
Arroka Bar is a traditional Basque tavern located in San Sebastian, Spain. The bar is run by its founder, Manuel Herrero, and his family. The bar's specialties are pinchos and tapas – regional snacks served with a glass of wine. The place offers full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus and welcomes customers six days a week, from morning to evening. The owner's greatest concern is equipment downtime and loss of business continuity. Unexpected loss of power could have serious financial implications, so he needs to stay on top of his daily responsibilities, including ensuring all refrigerators are running, heating up the coffee machine, and keeping the bar's air conditioning and lighting working.
The Solution
Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Facility Expert for Small Business was identified as the ideal solution for Arroka Bar. This solution is part of the EcoStruxure Power architecture, enabling monitoring and control of electrical assets from anywhere. Schneider Electric, known for its large-scale energy management projects, provided the same quality of service and support to Arroka Bar as it does to the world's largest international corporations. The company's experts advised on the best solution setup and supervised the installation process. With the EcoStruxure Facility Expert for Small Business in place, all electrical equipment at the bar is connected to an app on the owner's smartphone or tablet. The owner can easily check the statuses of individual devices and turn selected appliances on or off, on the go. The system also monitors the bar's electrical network for issues and sends notifications if a fault is detected.
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