Bridging the Gap Between Industrial Control and IoT Connectivity 

The Intel-powered IONA Niagara 4 Controller with integrated LoRa Gateway from Tyrrell Products delivers powerful edge computing capabilities alongside robust connectivity, making it an ideal platform for smart buildings, industrial automation, and remote monitoring. Designed to accelerate digital transformation, this controller simplifies integration with both legacy systems and modern IoT devices, enabling scalable deployment across sectors. 

Performance and Processing Power 

At its core, the IONA Niagara 4 Controller is powered by the Intel Elkhart Lake Dual-Core Processor, delivering exceptional performance for real-time data processing. Designed in collaboration with Intel, the controller ensures reliable, high-speed operation with up to 4x faster performance than previous-generation Niagara controllers. With rapid startup in as little as 30 seconds, the controller offers near-instant readiness. 

Integrated Wireless and Wired Connectivity 

The IONA Controller includes a built-in LoRa Gateway and Network Server. It allows seamless deployment of up to 1,000 low-cost wireless sensors, even after walls are closed or construction is complete, making it perfect for retrofitting legacy assets into a smart building management system. 

One standout feature is the inclusion of a ChirpStack instance running directly on the controller, alongside the embedded gateway. This allows you to easily add and manage LoRaWAN devices via the ChirpStack server. The Tyrrell Products LoRaWAN driver connects directly to this instance, enabling automatic device discovery within the Niagara wiresheet—streamlining device management and reducing the need for multiple devices in a control panel. 

Wired connectivity options include: 

• 2x Ethernet ports for fast, secure network integration 

• 2x RS485 ports for industrial device communication 

• 1x RS232 port 

• Optional Cellular Card 

• Optional LoRa WAN Gateway Card 

This hybrid communication suite ensures flexibility across a wide variety of deployment scenarios, from smart cities to industrial automation and IoT building automation systems. 

Legacy System Modernisation with Seamless Integration 

The IONA-I Niagara 4 Controller supports legacy system modernisation by enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure while introducing advanced IoT connectivity and real-time analytics. This makes it an ideal upgrade path for older building management systems and controllers that lack cloud-readiness or wireless capabilities. With its ability to communicate with legacy systems, the IONA Controller bridges the gap between outdated equipment and modern IoT solutions, enhancing the value and performance of existing assets without the need for a complete overhaul. This results in cost savings and a future-proof solution for building managers and system integrators. 

Flexible Power, Onboard I/O, and Protocol Support 

The controller features 24 points of onboard I/O: 

• 6 Universal Inputs (UI) 

• 6 Digital Inputs (DI) 

• 8 Analog Outputs (AO) 

• 4 Digital Outputs (DO) 

It operates with either 24V AC or DC, offering installation flexibility. 

The Tyrrell Products IO driver simplifies commissioning by automatically discovering I/O modules and mapping them as points, without the need to manually configure Modbus addresses for each port. 

Additional capabilities include: 

• LoRaWAN server, and Niagara 4 platform 

• Optional MQTT broker, 

• Compatibility with N4.10 and N4.13 

• Support for modern data schemas including UDMI, DBO, Brick, and Project Haystack 

This makes IONA a complete, out-of-the-box solution for intelligent, scalable infrastructure—transforming any site into a fully connected environment. 

Applications Across Sectors 

Smart Buildings and HVAC Energy Efficiency 

The IONA Controller is built to support intelligent building management systems, optimising HVAC energy efficiency, lighting, and environmental control through real-time data processing and sensor integration. Facilities managers can deploy hundreds of wireless sensors without reworking existing infrastructure, enabling predictive maintenance and system automation that cut operational costs and save money. 

Industrial Automation 

IONA bridges operational and information technology, enabling data-driven decisions and enhanced system visibility. With full support for legacy protocols and modern wireless standards, it’s ideal for optimising legacy systems without the need for a full overhaul. This legacy system modernisation reduces installation costs by up to 80% and improves operational efficiency. 

Why Choose IONA? 

• Support for up to 1,000 wireless sensors 

• Superfast Intel processing and edge computing power 

• Built-in ChirpStack and smart device discovery 

• Flexible I/O and protocol support for maximum compatibility 

• Deployable in legacy assets, smart buildings, and modern industrial setups 

Enquire Today 

IONA is available through Tyrrell Products, with custom configurations, pre-setup options, and full lifecycle support. Get in touch to learn how IONA can modernise your smart building, industrial automation, or IoT ecosystem with precision, scalability, and speed.