Programmable automation platform NOA

Overview
NOA (Next Open Automation) is an open, scalable IIoT and automation platform by KEB Automation KG. It enables machine and plant builders to use machine data more effectively to reduce unplanned downtimes, increase production efficiency and integrate custom functions and apps into their systems.

CONDITION MONITORING

• Centralised evaluation and visualization of machine and asset data.
• Faster identification of trends and deviations through consolidated dashboards.
• Creation of customised content in the NOA portal for all assets (e.g. condition monitoring, document storage).
• All relevant data and KPIs accessible at a glance across hierarchical levels.

PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE

• Automated monitoring of machine and process data for early issue detection.
• Reduction of unplanned downtimes by identifying failure patterns.
• Plannable, data-driven maintenance activities.
• Lower maintenance costs through targeted interventions.
• Increased machine availability and production continuity.

INTELLIGENT ALARMING

• Continuous status information for machines and processes.
• Alarm delivery via Microsoft Teams, e-mail, SMS or other channels.
• Rule-based or AI-based alarm definitions — local AI analysis with cloud tracking.
• Proactive notifications to support timely responses.

DEVICE AND FLEET MANAGEMENT

• Central management of all devices from a single interface.
• Time savings through over-the-air updates.
• Efficient deployment of security patches and firmware updates.

REMOTE SERVICE

• Simplified maintenance workflows by enabling remote access to expert knowledge.
• Reduction of travel and service costs through remote diagnostics and support.
• Faster problem resolution regardless of technician location.

MANAGEMENT OF (CUSTOMER) APPS

• Install and distribute your own apps on devices via the platform.
• Central cloud-based app management and version control.
• Use container technology to roll out apps with minimal effort.

CUSTOMISED AUTOMATION SOLUTION

• Build systems from available and custom apps to match customer requirements.
• Protect intellectual property in your own applications.
• Integrate third-party or open-source components.
• Create HMIs quickly with HELIO without installation or coding.

THE WHITE-LABEL SOLUTION

• Extend your business model with digital services under your brand.
• Avoid high development costs by using a ready platform.
• Provide out-of-the-box features for customer-specific branding.
• Offer NOA as your platform to third parties.

Technical specifications

• Platform name: NOA - Next Open Automation
• Manufacturer / Brand: KEB Automation KG
• Solution type: Automation & IIoT platform for machine and plant engineering
• Main modules: Condition monitoring; Predictive maintenance; Intelligent alarming; Device & fleet management; Remote service; App management; Tenant / white-label management
• Deployment: Cloud-enabled platform with device management and over-the-air update capabilities
• Documentation: Catalogue NOA - Next Open Automation (EN) (pdf, 16.05.2025, 3 MB)