Raspberry Pi and Node-RED: Open Source Tools for Local Automation and Industrial IoT applications

This talk will explore how Raspberry Pi and Node-RED enable robust solutions for automation and control systems in both industrial and local applications. Leveraging open-source technology, these platforms can handle a wide range of tasks, from reading sensor data and managing actuators, to controlling devices through industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, RS485 ascii RTU etc. Node-RED’s message-driven architecture simplifies the creation of control logic, even for complex operations, while Raspberry Pi serves as a powerful and cost-effective alternative to traditional PLCs and IPCs. The integration of these tools allows for seamless data processing, remote communication, and the development of HMI interfaces both user-friendly or more traditiconal SCADA-like, making these technologies ideal for creating IIoT-native solutions. This presentation will focus on the technical capabilities, showing how these platforms can empower engineers and developers to build flexible and scalable automation solutions.