Business Problem
Residential heating in North America relies heavily on wood stoves, but improper usage often leads to inefficiencies, higher emissions, and reduced performance. A US-based wood stove manufacturer set out to improve user engagement and operational efficiency by introducing a smart, connected application for stove monitoring and control.
As adoption grew, reliable stove-state monitoring became critical. Traditional hardware sensors used to detect stove door status proved unreliable in high-heat environments, leading to inaccurate data and higher maintenance effort. The platform needed a more robust way to monitor stove behaviour while continuing to support real-time guidance, analytics, and user engagement.
Technology Solution
IncubXperts delivered a comprehensive mobile and web solution that combined IoT integration, gamification, and edge-based AI to enhance stove performance, reliability, and user engagement.
Key solution components included:
- IoT-Enabled Stove Management: Real-time control of ignition, temperature, and stove settings through a cross-platform mobile application.
- Gamified User Experience: Achievements, badges, and leaderboards encouraged eco-friendly behavior and sustained user engagement.
- AI-Powered Computer Vision Monitoring: An edge-based computer vision system accurately detects stove door status in real time, removing dependence on heat-sensitive physical sensors.
- Edge Processing for Reliability and Privacy: Visual analysis runs locally on a dedicated device, with only relevant state updates shared to the cloud. This reduces latency, improves reliability, and preserves user privacy.
- Real-Time Analytics and Notifications: Live stove parameters, door status, and operational insights are surfaced within the app, enabling timely alerts and informed user actions.
- Administrative Web Platform: A web-based dashboard provides aggregated analytics, usage trends, and system-level insights across installations.
Technology Stack
- Frontend: Flutter (mobile and web)
- Backend: Firebase Firestore, Cloud Functions
- Hosting: Firebase Hosting
- AI & Edge Processing: Computer vision models running on edge devices
Benefits & Impacts
Enhanced Engagement
Gamification features increased user interaction by 70%.
Market Expansion
Tapped into an unexplored market of 10 million traditional wood stoves in the USA, creating a new revenue stream.
Optimized Performance
IoT integration boosted operational efficiency and strengthened brand loyalty.
Reduced Emissions
Guidance on achieving the "perfect burn" helped lower harmful emissions, supporting sustainability goals.
Regulatory Compliance
Simplified reporting processes supported government approvals and regulatory compliance.
Improved Reliability through Edge AI
Replacing heat-sensitive physical sensors with edge-based computer vision significantly improved system reliability and reduced maintenance overhead.
TRUSTIMONIALS
Success Delivered, Trust Earned
Some of our initial job specifications couldn't be achieved in the manner we assumed would work. IncubXperts identified these issues and provided alternative options. The job was completed successfully! I appreciate the lengths they went to ensure the desired outcome was achieved.
Adam C
CEO
A location tracking system for a fleet management solution
The team an excellent job on my license management platform. They delivered on time. I am really happy with the solution.
Amin F
President
A license management solution for a genetic data platform
The team at IncubXperts have exceeded all expectations. They are extremely professional, capable, responsive and timely. We had no complaints and would highly recommend them!
Damar C
Chief Operating Officer
An automotive retail F&I Reporting and Analytics Platform
The IncubXperts team did a great job in helping architect our CRM solution.
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Head of Information Technology
A fast-growing airline providing passenger and cargo charter operations
The team exceeded my expectations - they are extremely professional, knowledgeable, communicative. What a great experience all around! I highly recommend them.
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CEO
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We have used IncubXperts to complete the development of our proprietary CRM system. Their professionalism, customer service, capability and dedication has been a stark difference. The system they have delivered continues to provide value to our business.
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Founder and Managing Director
An award-winning Australian commercial finance broker
This team is so collaborative and knowledgeable! They possess a deep level of skills, are flexible and delivered well beyond the project requirements. Would highly recommend!
Kristen P
VP of Product and Strategy
A full-service medical communications company
IncubXperts creatively thought through the project and took development a step further. They designed our app to have a solid structure that can be built up on in the future. They have streamlined our Azure costs while providing an effective solution.
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VP of Product Development
A SaaS product with customers like Canada's largest forestry company
They are very easy to work with, honest and professional. I highly recommend you give them any and all of your development projects as these guys know what they are doing. It has been a pleasure.
Michael R
CEO
A US-based Technology company
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Naren G
Founder
A product used across 30 cities with a volunteer network greater than 700
An amazing job well done! This was a complicated project and was understood and handled perfectly.
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Software Engineer
A law enforcement software platform
Great communication and problem solving. I had a great experience working with them. It was a small project, but they took the time to document my request, carefully outline and explain the requirements and tools needed to be successful. I highly recommend them.
Noemi T
Owner
A US based cleaning services company
The project would not have succeeded without this partnership. I was always confident that any task I gave the IncubXperts team would be done well and done quickly.
Prasantha J
Founder
A US-based Healthcare Company
Great ownership and attention to detail. It would be a huge oversight if you are not considering this team for work!
Rimond A
CEO
A North American technology services company
IncubXperts is a world-class technology company that partners with us to deliver our industry-leading fintech products to market and we are so proud of the development work that the team in India is producing. There have been insightful exchanges as we continue to drive our partnership forward.
Satish T
Head of IT and Product
A major North American check and payments processing firm
IncubXperts possess a maturity and focus that far exceeds those of most companies. They have been an indispensable member of our team.
Steve K
CEO
A SaaS product used by 160K users across 100+ countries
This team is by far the most professional I have worked with to date. They are worth the cost for a smooth and on-time project. I have no negatives working with this team. I will use them for all my projects moving forward.
Tim D
Owner
A crowdfunding sports entertainment platform
The IncubXperts team have been fantastic partners and are an incredible development organization. We are incredibly happy with their relationship, work product, and professionalism. If you are looking for a true partner to help with your development needs, look no further.
Paul L
CEO
A eco-conscious smart woodstove manufacturing company
Working with this team has been an exceptional experience. Their ownership and attention to detail ensured seamless communication and project success. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication made the entire process smooth and enjoyable.
Ron A
Founder and Owner
A fintech company dedicated to solutions for the real estate and mortgage industry
