LoRaWAN in practice: real-world scenarios in Bulgaria
LoRaWAN is no longer just a theoretical technology — it works in the real world and is helping Bulgarian businesses streamline operations, cut costs and make better-informed decisions. Here are five concrete applications that show what the technology can do.
1. Monitoring agricultural land
Agriculture is one of the areas where LoRaWAN delivers the most value. Sensors deployed in the field measure soil moisture, temperature and air humidity in real time.
How it works
The sensors send data every 15–30 minutes to a gateway that covers several kilometres. Farmers see everything from the dashboard on our platform — charts, trends and alerts on critical thresholds.
What you get
- Optimised irrigation — water only when it's needed
- Loss prevention — early warnings on frost or overheating
- Lower costs — up to 30% less water and energy spent on irrigation
- Historical data — analysis of seasonal trends for better planning
2. GPS tracking of vehicles and assets
Logistics companies use LoRaWAN GPS trackers to track vehicles, trailers and valuable cargo. Unlike traditional GSM trackers, LoRaWAN devices run for months on a single battery.
How it works
The GPS tracker periodically reports its coordinates. The platform plots the route on a map in real time and raises an alert when a tracker leaves a defined zone.
What you get
- Fleet visibility — know where every vehicle is at any moment
- Theft protection — instant alert on unauthorised movement
- Optimised routes — historical motion analysis
- Low operating costs — no SIM cards, no monthly carrier fees
3. Smart-building monitoring
Office buildings, warehouses and production facilities use LoRaWAN sensors to track temperature, humidity, CO2 and occupancy. This is especially important for keeping work environments comfortable and for staying compliant when storing goods.
How it works
Sensors are mounted in different zones of the building and report data without any cabling or Wi-Fi. The platform visualises conditions per zone with charts and sends notifications when readings drift out of range.
What you get
- Energy efficiency — heat and cool only when needed
- Compliance — automatic logging of temperature conditions for audits
- Healthier environments — CO2 monitoring in offices and classrooms
- Damage prevention — early detection of leaks or rising humidity
4. Environmental monitoring
Municipalities and environmental organisations deploy LoRaWAN sensors to measure air quality, water levels in rivers and reservoirs, noise pollution and other parameters.
How it works
Sensors are installed at strategic points and run autonomously on batteries or solar panels. Data flows into the platform and is visualised on a map with live updates.
What you get
- Early warning — for floods, pollution or dangerous readings
- Transparency — public access to environmental data
- Long-term analysis — trends and seasonal patterns
- Low maintenance — devices run for years without battery replacement
5. Cold chain and goods storage
Pharmaceutical companies, food distributors and warehouse operators use LoRaWAN for continuous temperature monitoring when storing and transporting sensitive products.
How it works
Temperature sensors (e.g. PT100) keep an eye on conditions inside cold rooms, warehouses and refrigerated trucks. If readings leave the acceptable range, the platform sends an instant alert to the responsible team.
What you get
- Guaranteed quality — continuous record of temperature conditions
- Regulatory compliance — automatic reports for HACCP and GMP audits
- Reduced losses — fast reaction to refrigeration failures
- Full traceability — a history of conditions for every product
Get started with LoRaWAN today
Every one of these applications is available through our platform at app.lorawan.bg. From installing your first sensor to a full dashboard with charts and live events — we'll support you every step of the way.
Have a specific project or idea in mind? Get in touch and we'll design a solution tailored to your needs.