The SensorTree blog

News, how-to guides and real-world ideas for monitoring, alerts and automation.

How-to guides 6 min read

How to switch a pump automatically from a tank-level reading

A step-by-step automation rule: when the level drops below 20 %, Pump 1 turns on, and off again at 90 %.

Use cases 5 min read

Cold-room monitoring: what to measure and where to place sensors

Placement tips for temperature, humidity and door sensors in walk-in cold rooms and freezers.

Platform updates 3 min read

Scheduler: run recurring actions without lifting a finger

Plan daily and weekly on/off actions for pumps, lights and HVAC, and see the whole week at a glance.

How-to guides 7 min read

Wi-Fi, gateways or LoRa: choosing how your sensors connect

Range, power and cost compared, so you can pick the right connection for every part of your site.

Use cases 5 min read

Catching machine wear early with vibration monitoring

How vibration trends and warning limits help maintenance teams act before a breakdown.

How-to guides 4 min read

Set points and control limits, explained

What low limit, set point and high limit mean on your dashboard, and how they drive alerts and control.

Platform updates 3 min read

One dashboard for every site

Group sensors by site and location so you can see at a glance what needs attention first.

Use cases 5 min read

Soil moisture and irrigation: water only when crops need it

Combine soil sensors with scheduled irrigation to save water and keep fields in the right range.