DIGITAL TWIN
THINGSFORCE® – For every industry
where real-time monitoring is relevant.
A digital twin creates real-time transparency regarding assets and processes, thereby enabling more efficient workflows, lower costs, and well-founded decisions.
MORE TRANSPARENCY. MORE POSSIBILITIES.
What companies without digital twins are missing out on today
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fewer unplanned machine failures through predictive maintenance.
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less time spent creating ESG and compliance reports through centralized data aggregation.
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fewer returns in e-commerce through transparent, digitally accessible product and fit data.
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higher productivity in technical service through mobile direct access to digital documents and histories.
LIVE DATA:
From the Machine Directly to the Cloud
THINGSFORCE® is your solution for the next-generation digital twin. It connects physical assets with the digital world and transforms machines, systems, and devices into intelligent, data-driven systems. Through continuous acquisition and processing of sensor data, a living digital representation of your real processes is created.
REAL VALUE
Real-time monitoring: Tracking operating parameters and machine data
Real-time monitoring is one of the most central functions enabled by the combination of IoT and digital twins. Via networked IoT sensors, operating parameters such as temperature, pressure, speed, energy consumption, or material wear are captured in real time and immediately reflected in the digital twin. Companies gain a precise overview of the condition of their machines and systems—anytime and from anywhere.
- Transparency
- Faster Response
- Improved Monitoring
Real-time monitoring: Tracking operating parameters and machine data
Real-time monitoring is one of the most central functions enabled by the combination of IoT and digital twins. Via networked IoT sensors, operating parameters such as temperature, pressure, speed, energy consumption, or material wear are captured in real time and immediately reflected in the digital twin. Companies gain a precise overview of the condition of their machines and systems—anytime and from anywhere.
- Transparency
- Faster Response
- Improved Monitoring
Process Optimization: Improving Efficiency Through Real-Time Simulations
Digital twins enable the simulation of processes in a virtual environment, based on real-time data collected via IoT systems. This allows companies to simulate production workflows, supply chains, or even customer interactions before making adjustments in reality.
- Error Prevention
- Cost Savings
- Flexibility
Sustainability: Reducing Resource Consumption through Intelligent Forecasts
A crucial advantage of digital twins and IoT systems is their ability to drive sustainability. By leveraging real-time data and intelligent forecasts, companies can monitor and actively minimize their resource consumption. Whether it’s energy, water, or materials – digital twins reveal opportunities for increasing efficiency and conserving resources.
- Environmental Friendliness
- Cost Savings
- Strategic Sustainability
Predictive Maintenance: Early Detection of Faults and Risks with Minimal Downtime
The combination of IoT and digital twins enables predictive maintenance. Data collected via IoT sensors, such as vibrations, temperature spikes, or sudden current changes, often indicate potential faults. The digital twin processes this data and provides precise forecasts of when maintenance is required, before malfunctions or failures occur.
- Cost Reduction
- Maximum System Availability
- Optimal Resource Utilization
DIGITAL TWIN
Monitoring of analog devices
Our gateway solution connects the physical world with the digital world – seamlessly, intelligently, and in real time. In this way, real assets become smart digital twins that create transparency, optimize processes, and unlock new potential. Discover how THINGSFORCE® makes your company more efficient, agile, and future-proof.
- Gateway solution ready for immediate use
- Individually customizable
- Predictive Maintenance
- IoT real-time data
SELECTABLE PLATFORM MODULES
Choose your individual building blocks for your use case.
Digital usage and operational data enable efficient implementation of flexible pay-per-use models and data-driven business models. Services, machines, or offerings can be billed transparently based on usage, creating new revenue potential and customer-oriented service models. Companies thus establish scalable business models with greater flexibility and predictable utilization.
Capture, network, and analyze machine, system, and product data in real time via a central platform. States, operating data, and processes are continuously monitored and transparently visualized, providing companies with an up-to-date overview of their assets at all times. The real-time availability of relevant data creates the foundation for faster decisions, optimized workflows, and more efficient control of processes and resources.
Through intelligent condition monitoring and continuous data analysis, maintenance requirements can be identified early before unplanned failures occur. Historical and current operational data enable more precise predictions regarding wear, maintenance intervals, and potential disruptions. Companies thereby reduce downtime, optimize service operations, and lower operating and maintenance costs in the long term.
Digital service and support processes enable centralized recording, management, and tracking of maintenance, service, and support requests. Tickets can be documented in a structured manner, prioritized, and processed efficiently, thereby shortening response times and optimizing service workflows. At the same time, a transparent history of all processes is created for better traceability and more efficient collaboration.
Automated alarm and notification functions provide real-time information about critical conditions, threshold violations, or technical disruptions. Individually definable rules and escalation mechanisms enable rapid response to relevant events and minimize potential risks. This increases operational safety and the availability of machines and systems.
User management ensures secure and flexible control of all access and authorization processes within the platform. Role-based permission assignments and multi-factor authentication enable controlled access to sensitive data and applications. This allows internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders to be integrated efficiently and securely into digital processes.
Document management enables centralized storage, structuring, and provision of all relevant product and compliance documents. This includes certificates, operating instructions, technical data sheets, or declarations of conformity. Documents can be accessed digitally at any time and managed efficiently, accelerating processes and simplifying information access.
Asset management enables centralized administration of all products, components, and assets throughout their entire lifecycle. Information such as product status, serial numbers, batches, or histories is captured in a structured manner and documented traceably. This creates maximum transparency, traceability, and efficient management along the entire value chain.
Process management enables digital control and documentation of product-related workflows—from service and repair processes to reuse, recycling, and end-of-life management. Companies thereby create transparent, standardized, and traceable processes along the entire product lifecycle while simultaneously supporting sustainable circular economy models.
Seamless integration into existing webshop and e-commerce systems connects physical products with digital services and information. Product data, documentation, spare parts, or additional services can be provided automatically and integrated directly into digital sales and service processes. This creates a consistent digital customer experience—from product information to after-sales service.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
The path to the digital twin
1. Analysis and Goal Definition:
In the first step, existing processes are analyzed, and areas are identified where
potential can be leveraged through digital twins. We assist in
understanding requirements and setting realistic goals.
2. IoT Integration:
The second step involves the implementation of IoT sensors for real-time data collection. These serve as the foundation for building the digital twin.
We ensure that all relevant data sources are integrated and that a central platform is created for their utilization.
Our Expertise:
- Selection and implementation of suitable IoT technology for specific industry requirements.
- Ensuring secure data transmission and storage.
- Training employees in the use of IoT systems.
3. Development and Implementation of the Digital Twin:
Based on the data and requirements, we work with your team to create a mapping of all necessary processes, machines, or systems.
The digital twin is precisely adapted to your industry and business objectives.
Our Services in This Phase:
- Development of digital models.
- Use of AI and machine learning for simulation and forecasting.
- Integration of the digital twin into existing software solutions and processes.
4. Development of New Business Models:
The digital twin creates new opportunities to develop data-driven services and innovative business models.
Real-time data and digital processes form the foundation for intelligent service offerings, usage-based billing models, or digital customer interactions.
Together, we identify potential that creates additional value, new revenue streams, and long-term competitive advantages.
Our Services in This Phase:
- Development of data-based business models and services.
- Implementation of pay-per-use and subscription models.
- Optimization of service and after-sales processes.
- Identification of new revenue potential through digital products and data services.
WHY HK.DIGITAL?
Your Partner for Smart Digitalization Solutions.
Decades of industry experience meets modern digitalization:
Through its close connection to its sister company Hoffmann + Krippner GmbH & Co. KG, HK.digital combines deep expertise from industry, sensor technology, and electronics with modern IoT and software solutions.
Digitalization with holistic technology expertise:
As part of HK.SYSTEMS AG, we draw upon a strong technology network and comprehensive expertise along the entire digital value chain.
Practical solutions instead of theoretical concepts:
From hardware and connectivity to cloud and data solutions. We create holistic digitalization solutions that make processes more efficient, transparent, and future-proof.
ARE YOU USING THE FULL POTENTIAL OF YOUR DATA?
We bring your expertise into the future.
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Frequently asked questions – FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
These notes and answers will certainly help you:
A digital twin is the virtual real-time representation of a physical product, machine, or plant. It connects product data, status information, and usage data with bidirectional communication between the digital system and the physical object.
While DPP.live receives data from the machine (one-way street), the Digital Twin offers a true return channel. This means the platform can not only read data but also actively communicate with the machine and send commands or activations directly to the device.
Through the combination of live usage data and the return channel. The platform records exactly how often or how long a machine is used and bills this automatically. If the customer does not pay or the booked quota expires, the device can be flexibly throttled or blocked via the return channel.
They transform one-time product sales into predictable, recurring revenue (subscription models). In addition, they massively lower the barrier to purchase for new customers, as they no longer face high investment costs (CapEx) but pay for the machine flexibly based on actual usage (OpEx).
Yes, 100%. This package is the highest expansion stage of our platform. You receive full compliance and the business added value from DPP.pro, as well as the entire IoT sensor technology and the ticket system from DPP.live – expanded to include the bidirectional return channel.