Five Centimeters full of Intelligence
Small, cordless, and usable anywhere
The minion® from autosen is a small, self-sufficient IoT sensor for machine monitoring, which was brought from the first prototype to series production in a very short time thanks to precise prototyping, express injection molding, and close cooperation with 1zu1scale - demonstrating how smart sensor technology and efficient manufacturing processes create real market advantages.
An Idea becomes a smart Product
It all began with a clear vision: autosen wanted to develop an IoT sensor that monitors machine conditions simply, reliably, and compactly. The minion® was the result of an innovative product concept—autosen brought 1zu1scale on board as an experienced partner to ensure rapid implementation from the first prototype to series production.
When Innovation meets Reality
The idea was clear, the requirements high: an extremely compact, robust, and high-quality housing was to be created—modular in design, suitable for industrial use, and realized in the shortest possible time. Precision, design, and speed had to work together perfectly.
Faster to Market together
Together with 1zu1scale, the minion® IoT sensor was successfully brought to series production. Thanks to efficient processes, high manufacturing quality, and short turnaround times, autosen was able to bring its product to market faster than planned.
Start
An Idea becomes a smart Product
It all began with a clear vision: autosen wanted to develop an IoT sensor that monitors machine conditions simply, reliably, and compactly. The minion® was the result of an innovative product concept—autosen brought 1zu1scale on board as an experienced partner to ensure rapid implementation from the first prototype to series production.
Challenges
When Innovation meets Reality
The idea was clear, the requirements high: an extremely compact, robust, and high-quality housing was to be created—modular in design, suitable for industrial use, and realized in the shortest possible time. Precision, design, and speed had to work together perfectly.
Goal
Faster to Market together
Together with 1zu1scale, the minion® IoT sensor was successfully brought to series production. Thanks to efficient processes, high manufacturing quality, and short turnaround times, autosen was able to bring its product to market faster than planned.
With minion®, we were able to play to all our strengths: technological diversity, expertise, experience, and customer service. This series-produced product demonstrates what can be achieved in a short space of time with the highest quality standards and combined forces.
Dario Loss,Project Manager Tooling & Injection Molding
A modular Solution
The minion® from autosen is a compact, wireless IoT sensor for machine monitoring that measures vibration and temperature data and sends it directly to the cloud. For the robust, modular housing with eight precision-manufactured plastic parts, autosen relied on 3D-printed prototypes and then express injection molding with aluminum tools from 1zu1scale to quickly reach series production readiness. This collaboration reduced the development and time to market to around two years—significantly faster than usual.
Components
8 precisely manufactured plastic parts for the modular housing
Properties
IoT & industry-ready
Scaling
Tested hundreds of times – now infinitely scalable
Additional Services
Sensor for monitoring with wireless data transmission
Components
8 precisely manufactured plastic parts for the modular housing
Properties
IoT & industry-ready
Scaling
Tested hundreds of times – now infinitely scalable
Additional Services
Sensor for monitoring with wireless data transmission
One Process, many Advantages
The minion® sensor from autosen was developed step by step from the initial idea to series production. First, concept designs for size, modularity, and function were created, which were then precisely tested and optimized using prototypes and material tests. After successful validation, the final designs and manufacturing tools were implemented so that series production could begin. Close cooperation between autosen and 1zu1scale enabled efficient, high-quality production. Today, the sensor is ready for series production, suitable for industrial use, and ready for deployment—an example of rapid, innovative product development from vision to market-ready result.
A result that is impressive
With minion®, autosen and 1zu1scale have demonstrated how compact IoT sensor technology, modular design, and high-precision manufacturing solutions can be seamlessly combined. From the initial prototype to state-of-the-art 3D printing design and rapid series production, the project was implemented in record time. The result is an industrial-grade, robust sensor that combines cutting-edge technology, the highest quality, and fast time-to-market—a perfect example of how innovation and precision create real market advantage.
1zu1scale guarantees high quality, is very reliable, and is always within easy reach. This makes them the perfect partner when time is of the essence and requirements are high.
Alexander Knörle,Mechanical Engineer ifm
Questions & Answers
The minion® is a compact, wireless IoT sensor for autonomous machine monitoring that detects vibrations, shocks, and temperature and transmits the data directly to the cloud.
1zu1scale manufactured eight high-quality plastic parts for the waterproof and dustproof housing and, thanks to express injection molding with aluminum tools, made a decisive contribution to getting the product ready for series production quickly.
The minion® measures only about five centimeters and consists of three main modular parts: sensor, battery, and mobile communications gateway.
It monitors the condition of machines, detects imbalances, shocks, bearing changes, and also measures surface temperature.
The time from development to series production was reduced to around two years – faster than comparable projects.
In addition to the tight schedule, other important requirements included high precision of the housing components, different surface structures without visible injection points, and the product's suitability for outdoor use.
First, prototype housings were produced using 3D printing to test initial samples before injection molding for series production began.
Thanks to early involvement, short communication channels, and the technical expertise of 1zu1scale, design optimizations, high manufacturing quality, and rapid series production were achieved.
Yes, the minion® is already ready for series production and the first thousand units have been delivered – production can be scaled up without any problems.
The modular platform of the minion® is to be continued with additional sensor types and extensions, with 1zu1scale remaining an important partner.
Project Managers
From idea to series: The people behind the project.
