SERVICES
Comprehensive Services Portfolio
Blaze Automation is committed to exceeding expectations, offering innovative solutions that empower clients to thrive in today's dynamic technological landscape. Let us inspire your vision with our steadfast dedication to engineering excellence.
Hardware Engineering
Building/Home Automation Sensors/Actuators, iOS & Android Applications, Voice Skills (Alexa & Google Assistants), Consumer Electronics, Wearable Devices, Telecom & Networking Equipment, Building or Home Automation Gateways, Industrial IoT Sensors & Actuators, Flutter, Microsoft .NET
Middleware
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Telecom: NB-IoT, LTE & 5G based Nodes, Gateways
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Networking: Protocol Development & Customisation
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Wireless: Zigbee (HA 3.0 & Green Power), Z-Wave (700 / 800 Series), Wi-Fi, ESP Mesh Lite, Wi-SUN, BLE (4.0 & 5.0), BT, LoRaWAN
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Others: USB, UART, SPI, 12C, CAN, DTMF, Audio & Video Streaming
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Cloud: Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google IoT, BSP, Device Drivers, Firmware, Bootloaders, OTA Frameworks, Java, Python
Platform/Hardware
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Operating Systems: Linux, Vxworks, RT Kernel, Windows NT, TI RTOS
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Micro Controllers & Processors: Samsung Exynos, Qualcomm Snapdragon, Mediatek, ST Micro, Silicon Labs, Texas Instruments OMAP & CC32xx, Espressif System's ESP32 Series, ARM 7/9/11, 8/16/32 bit Controllers from PIC Family, ATMEL, ST, TI MSP Series, NXP LPC Series
CASE STUDIES
Global IoT Deployment Insights
1. Revolutionizing Residential Energy Monitoring: Blaze's Breakthrough in Single Phase Energy Meter Design
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Miniaturization and Cost Efficiency
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Seamless Wi-Fi Integration
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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:
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Size Constraints: Residential panel boxes presented a compact environment, rendering the client's bulky metering solution impractical.
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Cost Inefficiency: The existing solution comprised seven separate devices, resulting in high manufacturing costs and complexity.
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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:
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Integration: Blaze condensed the entire metering solution into a single unit, eliminating the need for seven separate devices.
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Miniaturization: By optimizing design and engineering processes, Blaze achieved a remarkable 1/4th reduction in footprint compared to the client's commercial solution.
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Cost Efficiency: Blaze slashed manufacturing costs to less than 16% of the previous solution, making residential energy metering more accessible and affordable.
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Technological Advancements: The inclusion of an in-built Wi-Fi gateway enabled seamless connectivity and data transmission, enhancing user experience and utility.
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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.
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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.
3. Accelerating Matter Adoption for a Global Technology Leader
To illustrate how Blaze helps clients embrace Matter, consider a recent project where a leading global technology provider partnered with Blaze to develop a Matter-based smart home ecosystem under an aggressive timeline. The goal was to create a new smart home hub and companion devices that would support Matter from day one. In just 3 months, Blaze delivered a solution that included a Matter-enabled hub (supporting Matter over Wi-Fi and Thread), multiple device types (smart plugs, lights, switches, and sensors), as well as fully integrated apps and a cloud backend.
Challenge:
The client’s requirements were ambitious - the hub needed to not only handle Matter devices, but also bridge legacy Zigbee and Z-Wave accessories into the Matter network. Everything had to work locally and support multi-admin control, plus integrate with Apple, Google, and Amazon’s smart home platforms seamlessly (including voice control via Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant). Achieving all this from scratch within a quarter was a tall order.
Solution:
Blaze assembled a cross-functional team to tackle hardware, firmware, and software in parallel. We customized an existing hub hardware design to run the Matter stack alongside Zigbee/Z-Wave radios, effectively creating a multi-protocol bridge. Our firmware engineers implemented Matter over Thread and Matter over Wi-Fi on the hub, enabling it to speak to new Matter-compliant devices. At the same time, we modified the firmware of select sensor and control devices to support Matter natively (where hardware allowed), and tested interoperability with off-the-shelf Matter devices to ensure broad compatibility. On the software side, Blaze’s developers quickly stood up mobile apps that could commission and control devices across all these protocols, unifying the user experience. We also adjusted the cloud platform to support remote access and monitoring for the Matter devices. Throughout the process, rigorous testing and validation were performed - including multi-admin scenarios (controlling devices from both the client’s app and third-party platforms like Apple Home). Within the 3-month window, the client had a working Matter-based system - a testament to Blaze’s accelerator frameworks and expertise. The end result was a state-of-the-art smart home platform that is fully interoperable, voice-assistant friendly, and backward-compatible with the client’s legacy devices, all delivered in record time.
(This case underscores Blaze Automation’s ability to fast-track Matter integration, even for complex multi-protocol systems. By leveraging our off-the-shelf building blocks and deep knowledge of IoT standards, we helped the client leapfrog into the Matter era with a robust solution.)
Embracing the Future: Call to Action for OEMs and Partners
Matter is not just a buzzword - it’s becoming the foundation of the smart home and IoT ecosystem moving forward. Companies that adopt Matter now position themselves as forward-thinking and customer-centric, offering products that just work in any setting with top-notch security and user experience. The transition, however, can be challenging without the right expertise. This is where Blaze Automation comes in.
If you’re an OEM, device manufacturer, or IoT platform provider looking to enable Matter in your products, now is the time to act. Don’t let integration hurdles slow you down or risk being left behind as the industry converges on this universal standard. Blaze Automation has the engineering talent and end-to-end services to make your Matter journey smooth and efficient – whether it’s updating an existing device line or designing a next-generation Matter product from the ground up. We pride ourselves on being a trusted ODM/OEM partner that can handle everything from firmware development and app integration to cloud services and certification support.
Ready to future-proof your smart devices with Matter?
Get in touch with Blaze Automation to explore how we can accelerate your Matter integration. Let’s collaborate to unlock universal compatibility, enhanced security, and a seamless user experience for your customers – and ultimately, drive the next wave of innovation in the IoT space. Contact us today to jumpstart your Matter-enabled product line and be part of the interoperable future of smart homes.
2. Revolutionizing Home Automation: Blaze's Innovative Multi-Function Hub for a Japanese SHEMS Major
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Miniaturization and Cost Efficiency
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Seamless Wi-Fi Integration
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Rapid Deployment and Support
Introduction:
This case study explores the collaboration between Blaze, a leading provider of home automation solutions, and a prominent Japanese company specializing in Smart Home Energy Management Systems (SHEMS). Facing increasing demands from customers for integrated energy management capabilities, the Japanese SHEMS major sought Blaze's expertise to enhance their existing home automation portfolio with energy metering functionalities.
Client Background:
The client, renowned for their home automation solutions deployed in large townships and real estate projects across Japan, recognized the shifting market dynamics towards energy management integration. With an extensive customer base relying on their automation systems, the client aimed to seamlessly incorporate energy metering capabilities while mitigating cost escalation and device proliferation at the gateway level.
Challenges Faced:
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Integration Complexity: Incorporating energy metering functionalities alongside existing sensor and control systems posed a significant integration challenge, especially considering the diverse protocols involved.
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Protocol Diversity: The client's ecosystem supported a multitude of protocols such as Echonet lite, Zigbee, BLE, necessitating a solution capable of accommodating these varied communication standards.
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Cost-Efficiency: Concerns regarding cost escalation and hardware complexity arose, as utilizing multiple devices for protocol support would increase deployment costs and operational complexities.
Blaze's Solution:
In response to the client's requirements, Blaze engineered a groundbreaking solution in the form of a Unique Hub, a multi-function gateway that seamlessly integrates energy metering, sensor control, and protocol support into a single, cohesive unit.
Key features of Blaze's solution include:
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Advanced Software Features: Blaze implemented custom Packet Transfer Arbitration mechanisms, retransmission policies, and Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) protocols to facilitate seamless data communication across diverse radio frequencies.
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Protocol Support: The LS Hub E boasts compatibility with a wide range of protocols, including Echonet, Zigbee, BLE, and Wi-Sun HAN, ensuring comprehensive connectivity and interoperability within the client's ecosystem.
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Energy Metering Interface: Leveraging Wi-Sun HAN-based communication, the hub interfaces with energy metering units from various sources, enabling precise monitoring and management of energy consumption, including grid, solar, and EV chargers.
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Echonet Lite Integration: The firmware incorporates Echonet Lite technology for device discovery and auto-addition, enhancing user experience and simplifying device integration within home automation networks.
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Onboard Sensors: Equipped with high-accuracy temperature, humidity, and motion sensors, the LS Hub offers unparalleled functionality, enabling advanced automation use cases while maintaining affordability.
Outcome:
The LS Hub represents a paradigm shift in home automation and energy management, offering a holistic solution that combines automation, energy monitoring, and protocol support in a single, cost-effective gateway. Deployed in tens of thousands of homes across Japan, the LS Hub has enabled sustainable smart living, empowering users with unprecedented control over their energy consumption and home automation systems.
Conclusion:
Through innovation and strategic collaboration, Blaze has addressed the evolving needs of the Japanese SHEMS major, delivering a transformative solution that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. The LS Hub stands as a testament to Blaze's commitment to excellence and advancement in the realm of home automation, setting new standards for efficiency, integration, and affordability in the industry.