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What is Xserver.IoT.Docker
Xserver.IoT.Docker is IntelliSense’s next-generation industrial IoT platform, designed to run in a Docker container environment.
It decouples IoT software from dedicated hardware, allowing deployment on industrial PCs, virtual machines, or cloud infrastructure – depending on project requirements.
Unlike traditional hardware-based IoT solutions, Xserver.IoT.Docker provides a flexible, software-defined approach to industrial data acquisition, control, and system integration.
Xserver.IoT.Docker acts as the central layer between field devices and enterprise systems.
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connects to industrial equipment on-site
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processes data locally or centrally
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integrates with cloud platforms and business systems
Supports both:
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on-premises deployments
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cloud-based architectures
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hybrid environments
Replace multiple devices with a single deployment
In many industrial projects, multiple edge devices are installed across the site.
With Xserver.IoT.Docker, these can be replaced by a single centralized deployment running on a virtual machine.
Hardware independence
Run on any hardware platform
Industrial environments often impose strict requirements on hardware selection due to:
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temperature conditions
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industry-specific standards
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approved vendor lists
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customer preferences
Xserver.IoT.Docker eliminates these constraints.
Deploy on:
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industrial PCs from any vendor
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customer-approved hardware platforms
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virtual machines (on-premises or cloud)
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centralized infrastructure
From Data to Value
Connect
Collect data from industrial systems and devices:
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PLCs, machines, sensors
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Electrical, gas, and temperature meters, etc.
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Protocols: Modbus, OPC UA, Rest API, MQTT, etc.
Process
Execute local logic and data processing:
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energy management algorithms
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control logic (e.g. BESS control)
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data transformation and filtering
Integrate
Connect to enterprise and cloud systems:
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Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud
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SAP and enterprise systems
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Power BI and analytics platforms
Extend the platform
Build custom integrations
Xserver.IoT.Docker provides a powerful extension framework via .NET (C#) Plugin SDK.
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develop custom protocols
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implement project-specific logic
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extend system functionality
Ideal for system integrators building tailored industrial solutions.
Key benefits
Reduce project costs
Eliminate dedicated hardware and minimize on-site work
Deploy faster
Standardized, container-based rollout reduces engineering time
Adapt to any environment
Run on customer-defined infrastructure without constraints
Scale easily
From single-site installations to multi-site systems
Simplify maintenance
Centralized updates, security patches, and lifecycle management
Use Cases
Centralized industrial monitoring
Deploy a single instance to monitor and manage multiple sites from a centralized environment, reducing infrastructure complexity and operational overhead.
Energy management systems (EMS)
Collect, analyze and optimize energy consumption across facilities, enabling data-driven decisions and improved efficiency.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Enable real-time control and optimization of energy storage systems, supporting peak shaving, load balancing and grid interaction.
Multi-site industrial systems
Standardize IoT deployments across multiple plants with a scalable, container-based architecture.
Manufacturing data acquisition
Collect production data directly from machines, PLCs and industrial systems to gain real-time visibility into manufacturing processes.
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machine status and performance
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production counters and KPIs
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downtime and operational data
Gain real-time visibility into production performance and operational efficiency.
MES integration
Integrate shopfloor data with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to support production tracking, traceability and process optimization.
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real-time data exchange
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production order tracking
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integration with enterprise workflows
Enable end-to-end production tracking and digital manufacturing workflows.
CMMS / Maintenance systems integration
Connect industrial assets to maintenance platforms such as IntelliMaint to enable predictive and condition-based maintenance.
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equipment monitoring
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automated alerts and events
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maintenance workflow integration
Start small – scale anytime
Xserver.IoT.Docker is available free of charge for up to 10 connected devices, enabling fast evaluation and pilot projects without upfront investment.
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No upfront cost for small deployments
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Ideal for pilot projects and proof of concepts
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Seamless scaling beyond 10 devices
Ideal for system integrators to quickly validate and prototype solutions.
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