MultiTech announces new LoRaWAN DWS/ATH sensor

**MultiTech Unveils Revolutionary LoRaWAN DWS/ATH Sensor for Enhanced Facility Management** In a significant breakthrough, **MultiTech**, a leading provider of Industrial IoT hardware and services, has introduced its cutting-edge DWS/ATH LoRaWAN Door, Window, Temperature and Humidity sensor. This innovative device is designed to empower facility operators to reduce energy waste, improve occupant comfort, strengthen security, and maintain compliance across various commercial environments. **A Game-Changing Solution for Facility Management** The new MultiTech DWS/ATH combines door and window status detection with precise environmental monitoring, providing real-time insights that automatically trigger HVAC adjustments, alert teams to temperature deviations, and notify operators of unauthorized access. This is made possible through low-power, long-range LoRaWAN connectivity, ensuring simplified and scalable deployment. "Door and temperature conditions have a significant impact on energy usage, comfort, and compliance, but are often invisible until a problem occurs," said Duane Wald, Chief Product Officer at MultiTech. "The new DWS/ATH gives customers real-time visibility into these critical environmental factors and enables immediate, automated action that reduces cost and risk. It's a small device with a large operational impact." **A Single Sensor for Multiple High-Value Use Cases** The DWS/ATH supports a diverse set of industrial and commercial applications, including: 1. **Warehouse and Logistics:** * Monitor dock doors to prevent conditioned air loss * Trigger proactive HVAC adjustments * Improve worker comfort near frequently opened doors 2. **Refrigeration and Freezer Monitoring (QSR, Retail, Food Service):** * Detect propped-open cooler or freezer doors * Prevent food safety compliance violations * Receive early warnings before temperature excursions occur 3. **Commercial Office, Retail, and Hospitality:** * Automate HVAC adjustments based on indoor/outdoor conditions * Reduce energy waste when doors or windows are left open * Improve occupant comfort and sustainability performance 4. **Security and Intrusion Detection:** * Receive alerts when restricted areas are accessed * Strengthen after-hours monitoring and operational security 5. **Restaurant/Bars with Garage-Style Doors:** * Optimize indoor comfort by automating open/close behavior * Balance HVAC operation during fluctuating indoor/outdoor conditions **Key Benefits and Capabilities** The DWS/ATH sensor offers numerous benefits and capabilities, including: 1. **Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:** Automatically adjusts HVAC activity when doors/windows open to reduce waste. 2. **Compliance and Reporting:** Tracks and logs temperature and door activity for HACCP, food safety, and quality assurance programs. 3. **Occupant Health and Comfort:** Balances climate near high-traffic doors and hot/cold zones. 4. **Security Awareness:** Sends immediate notifications when doors open unexpectedly or unauthorized access occurs. **Availability and Further Information** The MultiTech DWS/ATH Door, Window, Temperature and Humidity Sensor is available today through MultiTech and authorized distributors worldwide. For product details, visit: [www.multitech.com](http://www.multitech.com). **Stay Connected with IoT Now** For the latest IoT news and insights, follow us on X: [@IoTNow_](https://twitter.com/IoTNow_) and visit our homepage: [www.iot-now.com](http://www.iot-now.com).