Explore Blaze Automation's Quality Policy, emphasizing customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, legal compliance, innovation, sustainability, and on-time delivery. Learn how we ensure excellence in every aspect of our products and services. Quality Policy At Blaze Automation, our unwavering commitment is to deliver high-quality products and services globally, consistently meeting and surpassing customer expectations in quality, value, delivery, and service. Quality is our core value and essential business strategy. We Pledge to: Customer Satisfaction: Prioritize understanding and fulfilling customer needs and expectations. Continuous Improvement: Enhance processes, products, and services for increased efficiency and value. Legal Compliance: Adhere to all statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements, maintaining the highest integrity. Employee Empowerment: Foster a culture of involvement, empowerment, and accountability. Innovation and Creativity: Drive growth and sustainability through new ideas and technologies. Employee Development: Invest in training and development to enhance skills and performance. Sustainability: Minimize environmental impact through sustainable practices. On-Time Delivery: Ensure timely delivery of products and services to meet customer expectations. Quick Issue Resolution: Swiftly address and resolve quality issues identified by the community and clients. Strong Stakeholder Relationships: Maintain symbiotic relationships with all stakeholders. Transparent Communication: Effectively communicate this policy to employees, subcontractors, visitors, interested parties, and the public.

Discover Blaze's advanced Energy Management Solution for homes and businesses. With connected devices, B.One OS, and real-time energy monitoring, control, and savings, Blaze empowers sustainable practices, helping you reduce consumption and move towards Net-zero while cutting energy costs. IntelliGrid™ Power the Future with Blaze’s Next-Gen ADR Blaze empowers utilities, DISCOMs, energy aggregators, and ESCOs to implement large-scale Automated Demand Response (ADR) programs effortlessly. Built on a secure, globally compliant IoT platform and a vast device ecosystem, Blaze’s IntelliGrid™ solution delivers intelligent, real-time energy management at scale, ensuring grid stability, operational efficiency, and sustainable performance. Native support for traditional split air conditioners via 16A in-wall relays with metering and infrared-based smart Thermostat / IR blaster and learner, backed by a 200,000+ remote code library to bring existing AC fleets into ADR programs without major retrofits. Integrated 32A in-wall relay with energy monitoring for secure remote switching of EV chargers and solar inverters, enabling instant, grid-triggered curtailment during peak hours and participation in ADR programs. From Overload to Optimisation: The Power of ADR Peak hours strain every grid: demand surges, procurement costs spike, and reliability is put at risk. For Indian DISCOMs, rapid EV adoption, expanding AC fleets, and rooftop solar add complexity to real-time grid management. Automated Demand Response (ADR) provides the solution. Rather than reacting to overloads, Blaze IntelliGrid™ helps utilities and aggregators anticipate and adapt, automatically balancing supply and demand in real time across feeders and substations. By intelligently reducing or shifting consumption based on grid conditions and DSM directives, ADR converts instability into predictable, sustainable control. Problem We Are Solving India has 100+ million IR-based air conditioners across residential and commercial buildings, with over 10 million new units added every year. This rapid growth is driving nearly 4 GW of additional peak demand annually, yet utilities have no direct, real-time control over these loads, making large-scale Automated Demand Response (ADR) difficult to implement. Supports over 98% of the ACs, Learning ability: The only product that has the ability to learn the user setpoint, supports over 10,000 IR-based AC Models. Reliable Performance - Multi-protocol support: Works with Wi-Fi and Wi-SUN Radio Technologies. Compatible with Matter and Echonet standards. Quick & Hassle-Free Installation: Installs in 5 mins (simple AC) - 60 mins (for real-time energy monitoring). Mass-Scale Deployment Capability: Scales to millions of homes quickly. Low Cost of Ownership - Future ready: Under 3000 INR / 35 USD per AC, Supports Matter, Zigbee and Z-Wave ecosystem. Wide Compatibility Across AC Models: Covers over 98% of IR Controllable AC models globally. The database updates every month with growing users. Benefits & ROI Utilities & DISCOMs Easy to install at scale Seamless user consent management On-Demand ADR - Low cost of operation Data-driven tariff restructuring Improved grid stability Real-time load management End Consumer Lower bills through participation incentives Get notified of inefficiencies and safety issues Real-time energy monitoring and savings upto 20% on energy bills AI/ML-enabled Thermal Comfort Management, User behaviour enabled Awareness of excessive consumption and abnormalities (PF & Harmonics) Unlock Carbon Credit Revenue with ADR By deploying Automated Demand Response (ADR), DISCOMs and utilities can reduce reliance on fossil-fuel peaker plants and demonstrate verified emissions reductions, creating new revenue streams through carbon credits / voluntary emission reductions (VERs). With MRV-compliant measurement & verification and integration into Demand Side Management (DSM) / Time of Day (ToD) programmes, ADR not only improves grid stability and peak-load management but also helps utilities meet India’s carbon reduction and renewable-integration goals while monetising avoided emissions. Blaze’s ADR with Wi-SUN + Wi-Fi-based Smart Controls The Wi-Fi + Wi-SUN hybrid solution offers the best of both worlds. Devices communicate with the utility through both Wi-Fi and Wi-SUN, eliminating uncertainties caused by end users’ Wi-Fi connectivity issues and enabling more accurate, large-scale Demand Response operations. The Wi-SUN gateway infrastructure (Head End System/HES), typically deployed for households, connects to the utility’s cloud over a 4G/5G network. It ensures highly reliable connectivity, precise demand monitoring, and robust ADR implementation. If the utility already has existing Wi-SUN Head End Systems deployed for collecting data from smart energy meters, our solution can seamlessly integrate with them through APIs, eliminating the need for any additional infrastructure installation. Edge Intelligence with Powerful Connectivity Machine learning on user patterns Automated Setpoint tracking Built-in ASHRAE 55 Thermal Comfort model Maintains comfort even during ADR Local fail-safe processing 4G Enabled with Wi-Fi fallback Key Components Software Components Dashboard Live Demand Response Control with Real-Time Participation Metrics The dashboard empowers utilities and energy managers to activate, monitor, and evaluate Demand Response events in real time. It offers visibility into total live consumption, consumer participation, expected load reduction, and post-event analytics. With actionable insights and granular control, it enables efficient grid load balancing while enhancing consumer engagement and consent-driven participation. Key Capabilities Centralised Utility Platform for managing ADR schedules. Provides system Health Monitoring, Analytics, and Remote Control. Enables Utilities to visualise demand trends and generate Actionable Reports. Enables utilities to track customer engagement and program effectiveness. Load Shedding Range: The possible load shedding value depends on multiple factors, including the relay cutoff power value and the set point of relay-connected ACs. For example, if the AC set point is 25 °C and the room temperature is 18 °C at the start of an ADR event, the temperature will adjust from 18 °C to 25 °C, resulting in energy savings. However, if the temperature is already 26 °C , no change occurs since lowering it would increase power usage. This variation is why a range of 10 - 15% is presented for the AC cutoff. ADR Insights: This feature gives utilities a clear, month-wise view of ADR performance, showing total power reduced, number of events, and cumulative ADR duration. It provides detailed, event-level visibility into how and why each ADR event was triggered, device participation success, and load-type impact. With exportable reports, utilities can confidently track performance, optimise strategies, and demonstrate measurable ADR outcomes over time. Mobile App The B.One Plus mobile application empowers users to actively participate in automated energy optimisation programs while maintaining full control over their comfort. Designed for simplicity and intelligence, the app seamlessly balances energy efficiency with user convenience through smart automation and real-time insights. Key Capabilities One-Touch AC Selection: Simple onboarding with support for over 95% of air conditioner brands and models. Automatic IR Key Management: IR control keys are downloaded automatically, ensuring hassle-free setup and continuous compatibility. Consent-Driven Control: Transparent consent management with the flexibility to opt in or opt out at any time. User Override Options: Full manual override capability, allowing users to regain control whenever needed. AI-Enabled Nudges: Intelligent, contextual recommendations encourage energy-efficient behaviour without disruption. Energy Awareness & Smart Controls: Provides clear visibility into energy usage, enabling informed decisions and smarter control of appliances. Event Visibility & Participation History: Displays ADR event logs, consumption patterns, and historical participation data. Cloud Platform Orchestrates ADR events triggered by Utility control centres or third-party service providers. Processes real-time grid signals and applies user-defined rules. Provides dashboards, reporting, and data storage for Utility-level monitoring, auditing, and compliance. Hardware Components Wi-SUN Gateway with LTE Connectivity Aggregates data from IR Blaster and relays. Connects to the cloud via LTE, ensuring independence from local Wi-Fi. Supports remote firmware updates and real-time Utility visibility. IR Blaster Stores the user’s preferred AC temperature set-point. After ADR deactivation, it restores AC to the same comfort settings using BLE T&H readings. Balances Utility energy reduction goals with customer comfort assurance. IR Blaster restores the AC’s previous set-point post-ADR, ensuring user comfort without losing energy efficiency. 16A In-Wall Relay for Air Conditioning 16A in-wall relay designed for split and window air conditioner control. Enables Automated Demand Response (ADR) and DSM participation for AC loads. Supports remote ON/OFF, setpoint-based control, and peak load curtailment. Energy Monitoring & Budgeting: Tracks real-time energy consumption and costs, along with historical data, to manage your energy budget efficiently. Ideal for retrofit deployment across residential buildings. Enables scalable AC-driven peak load management for DISCOMs and Utilities. 32A In-Wall Relay for EV Chargers & Solar Inverters 32A high-current in-wall relay for EV charging points and solar inverter loads. Enables secure remote switching under Automated Demand Response (ADR). Supports grid-triggered curtailment during peak demand and congestion events. Energy Monitoring & Budgeting: Tracks real-time energy consumption and costs, along with historical data, to manage your energy budget efficiently. Enables EV and solar integration into ToD and DSM programs. Designed for utility-grade safety, reliability, and scalability.

Stay updated with the latest trends, announcements, and innovations in IoT, smart home technology, energy management, and more. Blaze’s News section brings you the most relevant and timely information shaping the future of connected ecosystems. Press releases Powering the Future of Smart Infrastructure with Wi-SUN Technology.

Blaze Automation's Hardware Engineering: Transforming ideas into high-performance IoT devices with expert design, DfC optimization, rigorous testing, and precise fabrication. Our comprehensive hardware services ensure reliability, efficiency, and accelerated time-to-market for innovative solutions. Hardware Engineering Blaze offers specialized hardware engineering services to help convert innovative ideas into tangible, high-performance devices. These services involve the meticulous design and development of essential physical components, such as sensors, microcontrollers, and connectivity modules, tailored to the specific needs of the IoT application. Engineers ensure that the hardware not only meets technical specifications but also adheres to industry standards for reliability, durability, and energy efficiency . Another key component to this process is Design for Components (DfC) involves designing products with a focus on optimizing individual components to balance cost, quality, and performance. It emphasizes selecting cost-effective, standard, and easily integrated components to streamline manufacturing and assembly processes. Furthermore, our hardware engineering services include rigorous testing and validation to ensure that each component performs reliably under real-world conditions. This process involves prototype development, extensive testing, and iterative refinement to address potential issues before moving to mass production. By employing advanced simulation tools and precise fabrication techniques, engineers can fine-tune the hardware design for optimal performance. This comprehensive approach ensures that the final product is not only robust and efficient but also cost-effective, accelerating time-to-market and minimizing the risk of post-launch failures.

Enhance legacy devices with Blaze’s Matter enablement services, transforming them into fully interoperable components of modern smart ecosystems. Our expert team retrofits existing devices, ensuring seamless integration with the latest smart home standards, boosting functionality, security, and performance. Matter Enablement How Blaze Automation Supports Matter Integration Implementing Matter can be complex - from updating firmware and meeting new security requirements to navigating certification. This is where Blaze Automation serves as an end-to-end partner for OEMs and product developers looking to ride the Matter wave. Blaze brings years of IoT engineering expertise across hardware, firmware, mobile apps, cloud, and compliance - everything needed to take a device (or an entire platform) into the Matter-enabled future. Matter Hardware Enablement Blaze specializes in enhancing both new and legacy devices with Matter capabilities, transforming traditional products into fully interoperable smart devices. As an active member of the CSA (Connectivity Standards Alliance), Blaze has deep know-how in the Matter protocol. Our team can retrofit existing devices with Matter-enabled hardware/firmware, ensuring they communicate seamlessly with modern smart home platforms while meeting Matter’s stringent security and performance benchmarks. This includes evaluating your product’s hardware to see if it can support Matter (Thread radio, enough memory, etc.) and then updating or redesigning the firmware to run the Matter stack. We perform protocol integration, implement the required data models (clusters), and enable features like multi-admin, all tailored to your device’s functions. In addition, our Bridge Gateways can extend Matter compatibility to non-Matter devices, enabling them to integrate effortlessly with Matter ecosystems. We also handle extensive testing and validation , because a device must not only work in one ecosystem but in all – we ensure interoperability with Apple, Google, Amazon, and others before it ever reaches certification. Full-Stack Integration Matter isn’t just about devices; it spans the app and cloud experience too. Blaze provides development support for mobile apps and cloud platforms to integrate Matter devices. For example, we can upgrade your existing mobile application to interface with Matter (using the Matter SDK) so that your users have a smooth onboarding and control experience. We implement commissioning flows, multi-admin account linking, secure authentication, and even support for new Matter services in your cloud backend if needed. If you don’t have your own app, our “B.One” platform and white-label apps can serve as a ready-made controller solution. In short, we make sure your Matter-enabled device fits into a complete product ecosystem , including voice assistant integration (Alexa, Google Assistant). Certification and Compliance Navigating the Matter certification process is another area where Blaze adds value. We guide you through the CSA certification steps , from pre-testing in our lab (using Matter test harnesses) to preparing documentation and coordinating with authorized test providers. Our team’s experience with IoT compliance (including wireless regulatory, safety, and now Matter certification) helps avoid pitfalls that could delay your product launch. Security is also paramount - we assist with setting up Product Attestation Authority credentials (so your devices get their official certificates) and implementing secure manufacturing processes to inject keys and certificates safely. By entrusting this to Blaze, manufacturers can significantly accelerate time-to-market for Matter devices, knowing that experts have sweat the details of compliance and interoperability. Turnkey Product Engineering Blaze offers a one-stop solution from concept to production. If you have an existing device that needs a Matter upgrade, we can handle the custom hardware add-ons (e.g. adding a Thread radio module or upgrading to a Matter-compatible MCU), the firmware development, and even the mechanical tweaks if required. If you’re building a new Matter device from scratch, we provide turnkey product development including electronics design, embedded software, cloud deployment, and manufacturing support. Our experience spans all major wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, BLE, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Thread) so we can also ensure your Matter device coexists or bridges with any other protocols you plan to support. Ultimately, Blaze’s Matter Enablement service is about de-risking the adoption of Matter for OEMs - we handle the heavy lifting to make your product “just work” in the Matter ecosystem, on time and within budget. As our Matter team often says, we future-proof your smart devices by design. Accelerating Matter Adoption for a Global Technology Leader View Case Study

Stay updated with the latest trends, announcements, and innovations in IoT, smart home technology, energy management, and more. Blaze’s News section brings you the most relevant and timely information shaping the future of connected ecosystems. Press releases Blaze Automation , a leading Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) in the IoT Industry today announced it has integrated Quantum Random Number Generation (QRNG) technology into its Edge Gateways and platforms. The highest level of security is generation of entropy at the edge. This move positions Blaze Automation as one of the first companies to harness quantum physics for cyber security. The timing is critical: with over 25 billion connected devices in use today (projected to reach 50 billion by 2030) and an estimated 98% of their data traffic unencrypted, the need for stronger security in everyday gadgets has never been greater. In cybersecurity, true randomness at the edge (known as entropy ) is critical. As one industry statement explains, “Entropy creates completely unpredictable strings of random numbers, making it exceptionally difficult for bad actors to predict patterns and hack into systems”. Because Blaze’s QRNG approach uses dedicated hardware to generate entropy, it removes a potential weak link. Every Blaze AI Ready Edge Gateway will carry its own mini quantum random generator, greatly reducing the chance of vulnerabilities. By embracing QRNG now, Blaze is giving its customers a head start on quantum-ready security. It also underscores Blaze’s reputation as a forward-looking innovator - effectively bringing cutting-edge research out of the lab and into the living room. Sridhar Ponugupati, CEO of Blaze Automation, said, “Our customers and partners entrust us with the safety of their data, and we take that responsibility to heart. By embedding quantum-grade randomness into our products, we are adding an invisible but powerful shield for every customer we power. It means peace of mind for our customers and partners, a new benchmark for security in the industry. We are proud to be pioneering this technology, and we believe it will soon become the norm as people demand stronger protection.” For Blaze’s partners and OEM clients, the integration of QRNG opens new opportunities as well. Companies building on Blaze’s designed hardware can offer quantum-level security to their customers, helping them stand out in a crowded market. As industry research notes, the traditional cost and integration barriers to such advanced security are falling, allowing organizations to differentiate themselves by protecting their investments with top-end quantum safeguards. Blaze Automation’s move embodies this trend by making state-of-the-art security practical for everyday life. Blaze Automation attends works by Silicon Labs Hyderabad, India | 24th September 2025

Stay updated with the latest trends, announcements, and innovations in IoT, smart home technology, energy management, and more. Blaze’s News section brings you the most relevant and timely information shaping the future of connected ecosystems. Press releases Blaze's Solutions Showcased at Electronica India 2024 Hyderabad, India | 24th September 2025 Blaze Automation , a leading Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) in the IoT Industry today announced it has integrated Quantum Random Number Generation (QRNG) technology into its Edge Gateways and platforms. The highest level of security is generation of entropy at the edge. This move positions Blaze Automation as one of the first companies to harness quantum physics for cyber security. The timing is critical: with over 25 billion connected devices in use today (projected to reach 50 billion by 2030) and an estimated 98% of their data traffic unencrypted, the need for stronger security in everyday gadgets has never been greater. In cybersecurity, true randomness at the edge (known as entropy ) is critical. As one industry statement explains, “Entropy creates completely unpredictable strings of random numbers, making it exceptionally difficult for bad actors to predict patterns and hack into systems”. Because Blaze’s QRNG approach uses dedicated hardware to generate entropy, it removes a potential weak link. Every Blaze AI Ready Edge Gateway will carry its own mini quantum random generator, greatly reducing the chance of vulnerabilities. By embracing QRNG now, Blaze is giving its customers a head start on quantum-ready security. It also underscores Blaze’s reputation as a forward-looking innovator - effectively bringing cutting-edge research out of the lab and into the living room. Sridhar Ponugupati, CEO of Blaze Automation, said, “Our customers and partners entrust us with the safety of their data, and we take that responsibility to heart. By embedding quantum-grade randomness into our products, we are adding an invisible but powerful shield for every customer we power. It means peace of mind for our customers and partners, a new benchmark for security in the industry. We are proud to be pioneering this technology, and we believe it will soon become the norm as people demand stronger protection.” For Blaze’s partners and OEM clients, the integration of QRNG opens new opportunities as well. Companies building on Blaze’s designed hardware can offer quantum-level security to their customers, helping them stand out in a crowded market. As industry research notes, the traditional cost and integration barriers to such advanced security are falling, allowing organizations to differentiate themselves by protecting their investments with top-end quantum safeguards. Blaze Automation’s move embodies this trend by making state-of-the-art security practical for everyday life.

Optimize energy with Blaze’s Virtual Power Plant (VPP) solution, transforming consumers into prosumers. Powered by B.One OS, Blaze’s VPP provides real-time insights, energy trade recommendations, and seamless grid integration. Harness AI-driven analytics to maximize renewable energy, enhance grid stability, and contribute to a sustainable, decentralized energy future. VIRTUAL POWER PLANT Harness, Trade, and Prosper with Blaze VPP A virtual power plant (VPP) is a network of decentralized energy resources, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage systems, that are integrated and managed collectively through advanced software and communication technologies. By coordinating these dispersed assets, a VPP can optimize energy production, consumption, and storage, effectively functioning as a single, flexible power plant. This approach enhances grid stability and efficiency while enabling the integration of renewable energy sources. VPPs can also provide ancillary services, such as frequency regulation and demand response, contributing to a more resilient energy infrastructure. As technology advances, VPPs are expected to play a crucial role in the transition towards a more sustainable and decentralized energy system. Think of it as the Internet of Energy. Blaze VPP solution provides granular detail on the supply side of consumers who desire to turn into prosumers. A typical customer type here would be a residential or a commercial customer who is using renewable energy sources such as solar to generate more electricity than what is needed. This can potentially go back to the grid. Blaze’s VPP solution gives both the consumers and the VPP operators clear visibility into the available supply that can be traded back to the Utility. Blaze’s VPP Solution has the following components - Raycon Energy Meter Raycon Energy Meter by Blaze monitors energy from the grid, solar, and battery storage, delivering detailed insights into overall home energy consumption and efficiency. AI Ready Multiprotocol Gateways AI Ready multiprotocol gateways that gather the high frequency sampled energy data, received over Wired or Wireless interfaces in the local area network and securely send the processed data over the WAN interfaces over Wifi or Cellular Networks to the cloud for further processing. B.One OS for VPPs B.One OS provides consumers with clear visibility into the Energy Inflows into their establishment through a Mobile App. It further provides recommendations to the users on how much energy can be traded with the grid based on advanced AI/ML algorithms that take into account historical consumption patterns and user behavior. B.One OS provides the VPPs with aggregate level information of all participating consumers on the current spare capacity available across their consumer base that can be traded in real time via Admin dashboards. It further provides the ability to VPPs to send nudges to consumers to remind them of the excess capacity that they could opt to trade. This is to help in cases where the VPP may not have prior agreements with individual consumers.

Stay updated with the latest trends, announcements, and innovations in IoT, smart home technology, energy management, and more. Blaze’s News section brings you the most relevant and timely information shaping the future of connected ecosystems. Press releases Empowering Global Manufacturing: Why Companies are Turning to India and Blaze for EMS, NPD & MES Excellence

Stay updated with the latest trends, announcements, and innovations in IoT, smart home technology, energy management, and more. Blaze’s News section brings you the most relevant and timely information shaping the future of connected ecosystems. Press releases Blaze Automation , a leading Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) in the IoT Industry today announced it has integrated Quantum Random Number Generation (QRNG) technology into its Edge Gateways and platforms. The highest level of security is generation of entropy at the edge. This move positions Blaze Automation as one of the first companies to harness quantum physics for cyber security. The timing is critical: with over 25 billion connected devices in use today (projected to reach 50 billion by 2030) and an estimated 98% of their data traffic unencrypted, the need for stronger security in everyday gadgets has never been greater. In cybersecurity, true randomness at the edge (known as entropy ) is critical. As one industry statement explains, “Entropy creates completely unpredictable strings of random numbers, making it exceptionally difficult for bad actors to predict patterns and hack into systems”. Because Blaze’s QRNG approach uses dedicated hardware to generate entropy, it removes a potential weak link. Every Blaze AI Ready Edge Gateway will carry its own mini quantum random generator, greatly reducing the chance of vulnerabilities. By embracing QRNG now, Blaze is giving its customers a head start on quantum-ready security. It also underscores Blaze’s reputation as a forward-looking innovator - effectively bringing cutting-edge research out of the lab and into the living room. Sridhar Ponugupati, CEO of Blaze Automation, said, “Our customers and partners entrust us with the safety of their data, and we take that responsibility to heart. By embedding quantum-grade randomness into our products, we are adding an invisible but powerful shield for every customer we power. It means peace of mind for our customers and partners, a new benchmark for security in the industry. We are proud to be pioneering this technology, and we believe it will soon become the norm as people demand stronger protection.” For Blaze’s partners and OEM clients, the integration of QRNG opens new opportunities as well. Companies building on Blaze’s designed hardware can offer quantum-level security to their customers, helping them stand out in a crowded market. As industry research notes, the traditional cost and integration barriers to such advanced security are falling, allowing organizations to differentiate themselves by protecting their investments with top-end quantum safeguards. Blaze Automation’s move embodies this trend by making state-of-the-art security practical for everyday life. Are you “Q-Day” ready? IoT innovator launches AI Ready Edge Gateways, Secured by Quantum Entropy. Hyderabad, India | 24th September 2025

Blaze Automation offers comprehensive product engineering services including hardware, firmware, IoT integration, and cloud development. Our expertise spans from legacy device upgrades with Matter technology to custom solutions in cybersecurity, application development, and mechanical design for IoT products. Revolutionizing Residential Energy Monitoring: Blaze's Breakthrough in Single Phase Energy Meter Design Miniaturization and Cost Efficiency Seamless Wi-Fi Integration Rapid Deployment and Support Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of energy management, the demand for innovative solutions continues to surge. This case study delves into the collaboration between a global leader in energy management and Blaze, a pioneering engineering firm, to address the challenges of miniaturization and cost-effectiveness in single-phase energy metering for residential markets. Client Background: The client, a renowned player in energy management, possessed a robust portfolio of energy meters tailored for commercial applications. However, their existing solution, while successful in commercial settings, faced significant obstacles when adapted for the residential market. The primary concerns revolved around size, cost, and complexity, hindering the client's aspirations for market expansion. Challenges Faced: Size Constraints: Residential panel boxes presented a compact environment, rendering the client's bulky metering solution impractical. Cost Inefficiency: The existing solution comprised seven separate devices, resulting in high manufacturing costs and complexity. Market Adaptation: Despite years of effort across multiple teams, the client struggled to streamline a residential energy metering solution that matched the efficiency and affordability of their commercial counterparts. Blaze's Solution: Blaze devised a comprehensive solution encompassing hardware, firmware, cloud integration, and mobile applications for both Android and iOS platforms. Key features of Blaze's solution include: Integration: Blaze condensed the entire metering solution into a single unit, eliminating the need for seven separate devices. Miniaturization: By optimizing design and engineering processes, Blaze achieved a remarkable 1/4th reduction in footprint compared to the client's commercial solution. Cost Efficiency: Blaze slashed manufacturing costs to less than 16% of the previous solution, making residential energy metering more accessible and affordable. Technological Advancements: The inclusion of an in-built Wi-Fi gateway enabled seamless connectivity and data transmission, enhancing user experience and utility. Rapid Deployment: Within a record span of six months, Blaze transformed the client's vision into a production-ready reality, ensuring swift market entry and scalability. End-to-End Support: Beyond hardware development, Blaze handled firmware development, cloud platform integration, compliance, certification, and manufacturing as an EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Service), streamlining the entire process for the client. Outcome: Blaze's innovative solution has already made waves in the market, with successful deployment in one of the client's major markets. Plans for a global rollout are underway, poised to unlock new opportunities and redefine residential energy management on a global scale.

Efficiently monitor and control water usage with Blaze’s Water Management Platform, powered by B.One OS. Ideal for residential and commercial applications, it offers real-time insights and remote management through the B.One Plus app and commercial dashboards. WATER MANAGEMENT Seamless Water Monitoring, Anytime, Anywhere Blaze Automation’s Smart Water Monitoring Solution powered by B.One OS - enables accurate, real-time water usage tracking across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Designed to prevent wastage, detect leaks early, and optimize utility consumption, our solution combines advanced pulse and ultrasonic water meters with our proprietary AIoT gateway– Raycon Connect and AIoT platform “Intelligent Water Management”. Ultrasonic Water Metering Architectures Pulse Water Metering Architectures Key Features Real-Time Water Usage Alerts Instant Usage Tracking: Monitor hot and cold water consumption in real-time. Detailed Usage Insights: Identify water-intensive activities and optimize consumption patterns. Reverse Flow Detection: Automatically identifies reverse water flow within the pipeline and instantly alerts the user, helping prevent meter damage, billing errors, and potential system inefficiencies. Automated Scheduling: Set schedules to control water flow during specific times for efficiency. Real-Time Temperature: Continuously tracks water temperature, ideal for industrial or utility-critical applications requiring precise thermal data. Historical Data Visualization Hourly and Daily Trends: Access detailed consumption data for recent hours and days. Weekly to Annual Overview: Analyze usage over the last 7 days, month, and year. Usage Comparison: Identify trends by comparing consumption across different periods. Hot or Cold Water: Track and view historical consumption data for both hot and cold water usage. Proactive User Alerts Real-Time Alerts: Get instant alerts for unusual water usage, leaks, or device issues. Stay informed about spikes in consumption or potential damage with customizable alerts via mobile app or email, enabling quick action to prevent water loss and costly repairs. Proactive Meter Health Diagnostics: Automatically identifies faults or hardware malfunctions and sends alerts to ensure continuous, reliable performance. Flow Anomaly Detection: Identifies reverse flow, empty pipe conditions, or abnormal usage patterns, enabling early intervention and system optimization. Secure & Tamper-Resistant Communication: Equipped with built-in tamper detection to maintain data integrity and prevent unauthorized interference, supporting secure operation at all times. WATER LEAK DETECTION Detect Leaks Before Water Damage Happens A water leak inside a home can be an unpleasant experience given the damage that waterlogging can cause to the flooring and fixtures, the cost of repairing the damages and of course, the amount of water wasted when a leak takes time to be detected. Blaze’s Smart Home Water Leak Detection solution is built to address this problem with a combination of sensors, a monitoring system that includes a Gateway and a Cloud Platform, a comprehensive alert mechanism - sirens when the home is occupied and alerts via a Mobile App when the home is not occupied. EXTERNAL VALVE INTEGRATION Automated Shut-Off for Leak Management Blaze’s platform extends smart water management capabilities by enabling external valve control through single or dual relay integration. These relays connect seamlessly with electronic cut-off valves installed outside the meters, allowing for remote shut-off functionality, ideal for maintenance, leak prevention, or consumption regulation. This powerful feature enhances traditional pulse-based metering systems by adding automation and centralized control, without requiring an upgrade to advanced metering infrastructure. It empowers utilities, facility managers, and community operators to implement efficient water governance with minimal complexity. Example Use Cases: Apartment Complex: Four pulse meters connected to Raycon Connect, monitoring water usage per tower individually. Industrial Facility: One ultrasonic meter with RS485 linked to Raycon, providing real-time insights on flow and temperature. Smart City Project: A network of 50+ ultrasonic and pulse meters, centrally monitored via Raycon for leakage detection and waste control. Devices Ultrasonic Water Meter Ultrasonic water meters are cutting-edge digital devices that utilize sound wave technology to precisely measure water flow without any moving parts. By analyzing the time difference between ultrasonic signals sent with and against the water flow, these meters deliver highly accurate readings of flow rate and total consumption. Their solid-state design ensures exceptional reliability, minimal maintenance, and long service life, outperforming traditional mechanical meters. With built-in RS485 (MODBUS) communication, they seamlessly integrate with Blaze Automation’s Raycon Connect and B.One Edge gateways, enabling real-time data transmission and centralized monitoring for smarter water management. Pulse-Based Water Meter Pulse water meters offer a cost-effective, dependable solution for tracking total water consumption across residential, commercial, and industrial setups. They operate by generating electrical pulses for every fixed volume of water—such as one pulse per 10 or 100 liters, and seamlessly integrate with Blaze Automation’s Raycon Connect gateway to convert raw pulses into insightful usage data. Designed for versatility, Blaze’s platform supports various pipe sizes and meter configurations, ensuring accurate readings even in complex deployment environments. Though pulse meters don’t measure flow rate or temperature, their simplicity, affordability, and ease of integration make them ideal for applications where total consumption is the key metric, perfect for multi-tenant buildings, gated communities, and industrial facilities. Water Leak Detector Compact, accurate, and easy to install, protects your space with instant leak alerts and advanced sensing technology. These are typically placed beneath the sinks, near water heaters or in places that are potentially prone to leaks. Raycon Connect Gateway Raycon Connect is Blaze Automation’s intelligent gateway that consolidates data from various water meters and transmits it via cloud or local networks for real-time monitoring. It supports integration of both pulse-based and RS485-based meters and comes equipped with capabilities for faster anomaly detection and response. AI-Ready Gateways Blaze’s Edge 3.0 Gateway gathers information from all the Water Leak Detecting sensors from across the home and sends the data to the cloud for actions. The Gateway is also capable of initiating local actions such as triggering the siren to go off, when a water leak is detected.