Case study

How dDruid Simplifies Industrial Connectivity with Ewon Flexy

By combining the industrial connectivity of Ewon Flexy with the no-code capabilities of dDruid, industrial companies can deploy secure, scalable IoT applications—without the traditional complexity of system integration.

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Collecting and leveraging machine data has become a key competitive advantage. However, connecting diverse equipment and transforming raw data into actionable insights remains a major challenge. 


By combining the industrial connectivity of Ewon Flexy with the no-code capabilities of dDruid, industrial companies can deploy secure, scalable IoT applications—without the traditional complexity of system integration. 


The Challenge


Across industries such as water management and manufacturing, industrial companies face a common obstacle: the “last mile” of IoT integration. 


Industrial environments are inherently fragmented: 

 
  • Equipment relies on different PLC brands such as Schneider, Siemens, or Sirea 

    Multiple communication protocols coexist, including Modbus RS485 and TCP 

    Data collection from field devices often requires costly, custom-built integrations 

This fragmentation makes it difficult to establish a reliable connection between operational technology (OT) and IT systems. As a result, projects become time-consuming, expensive, and difficult to scale. 

 

At the same time, many industrial and institutional organizations face strict data sovereignty requirements, requiring secure, locally controlled environments. 


As a software provider, dDruid needed a way to eliminate this complexity—while staying focused on its core mission: turning industrial data into business value. 

 

The Solution

 

To address these challenges, dDruid partnered with HMS Networks to combine the Ewon Flexy gateway with the dDruid DataHub and IoT magic Builder platform. 



The integrated solution delivers a seamless, end‑to‑end IoT architecture: 

Hardware Layer

The Ewon Flexy acts as a robust and flexible industrial gateway, designed to connect heterogeneous equipment and collect data from a wide range of PLCs using industrial protocols such as Modbus and other fieldbus technologies. It provides a standardized and secure data acquisition layer across all connected machines. 


Connectivity Layer 

Data is transmitted securely via Ethernet or 4G using MQTT/JSON protocols, ensuring reliable and standardized communication between the field and cloud environments. 

Software Layer 

Data is automatically integrated into dDruid’s IoT magic Builder platform, where users can: 

  • Create white-label dashboards
  • Configure alerts and monitoring logic
  • Manage multi-user access

 

This architecture eliminates the need for complex custom development, enabling rapid deployment of connected services. 

The Result

     

By leveraging the secure and reliable connectivity of Ewon Flexy together with a no-code platform, dDruid and HMS Networks enable organizations to deploy IoT solutions faster, more efficiently, and at scale. 


Accelerated Time-to-Market 

Operational Proofs of Concept (PoCs) can be deployed within weeks, significantly reducing project timelines. 


Simplified Data Integration 

Clients can immediately collect and use data from their equipment—without worrying about underlying connectivity challenges. 


Greater Autonomy 

With a no-code approach, teams can configure dashboards, alerts, and business logic independently, without relying on developers. 


Cost Control and Scalability 

A flexible pay-per-use model based on data volume allows organizations to scale from a single installation to a global fleet. 


Secure and Sovereign Infrastructure 

The solution supports secure, locally controlled environments, meeting the strict requirements of industrial and institutional clients. 

 

By combining the industrial connectivity of Ewon Flexy with the no-code capabilities of dDruid, we enable industrial players from simple equipment suppliers to becoming high-value service providers.

Frédéric Clain, Product Marketing Manager at dDruid.

 

 

More About dDruid

dDruid is a French SaaS software provider specializing in Industrial IoT solutions. Through its IoT magic Builder platform, the company enables businesses to transform complex equipment data into actionable insights—without the need for custom development. 


By simplifying the creation of data-driven applications, dDruid enables companies to move from equipment-centric operations to high-value, service-oriented business models. 


 

Quick facts

Company: dDruid

Country: France

Solution: Data collection from field devices using multiple communication protocols

Products: Ewon Flexy

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