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How to Set Up Asset Types

Create asset types to categorize your equipment and define whether assets are physical or IoT-connected.

Quick Summary

Click the Settings gear, select Asset Type, click Create Asset Type, choose the type category (Physical, IoT, or from Library), configure properties, then save.

Before You Begin​

Requirements
  • You must have admin or manager permissions
  • Plan: All plans support asset type creation

What Are Asset Types?​

Asset types are templates that define:

  • What category of equipment (HVAC, sensor, elevator, etc.)
  • Whether it's a physical asset or IoT device
  • What properties/data fields to track
  • What actions can be performed (for IoT devices)

Types of Asset Types​

1. Physical Asset Types​

For non-connected equipment:

  • HVAC units
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Office furniture
  • Vehicles
  • Elevators

Characteristics:

  • No UUID or integration service required
  • Manual status updates only
  • Track via metadata and work orders

2. IoT-Enabled Asset Types (Custom)​

For custom IoT devices with your own configuration:

  • Custom sensors
  • Proprietary devices
  • Devices requiring custom payload decoders

Characteristics:

  • Requires UUID and integration service
  • Real-time data via device shadows
  • Custom payload decoder configuration
  • Status thresholds for automated alerts

3. IoT-Enabled Asset Types (From Library)​

Pre-configured types for supported LoRaWAN devices:

  • 50+ Infodeck LoRaWAN sensors (NS series)
  • Multiple gateway models (NFG series)
  • Edge gateways (NFE series)

Characteristics:

  • Pre-built payload decoders
  • Ready-to-use configuration
  • Automatic property mapping

Step-by-Step: Create a Physical Asset Type​

Step 1: Open Asset Types​

  1. Click the Settings gear icon in the sidebar
  2. Select Asset Type from the dropdown
  3. Click Create Asset Type

Step 2: Choose Type Category​

Select New type for Physical Asset

Step 3: Configure the Type​

FieldDescription
NameDescriptive name (e.g., "HVAC Unit", "Fire Extinguisher")
DescriptionWhat this type represents
IconVisual identifier for the type

Step 4: Add Properties (Optional)​

Define custom fields to track for this asset type:

  1. Click Add Property
  2. Configure:
    • Name: Property name (e.g., "Capacity")
    • Type: String, Integer, Float, or Boolean
    • Unit: Measurement unit (e.g., "BTU", "kg")
  3. Repeat for additional properties

Step 5: Save​

Click Create to save the asset type.

Step-by-Step: Create an IoT Asset Type​

Step 1: Open Asset Types​

  1. Click the Settings gear icon in the sidebar
  2. Select Asset Type from the dropdown
  3. Click Create Asset Type

Step 2: Choose Type Category​

Select one of:

  • New type for IoT-enabled Asset — Custom device
  • From IoT-enabled Asset Library — Pre-configured device

Step 3: Configure Basic Info​

FieldDescription
NameDevice type name (e.g., "Temperature Sensor")
DescriptionDevice purpose and capabilities
IconVisual identifier

Step 4: Configure Properties​

For IoT devices, properties map to sensor data:

PropertyTypeExample
temperatureFloat24.5
humidityFloat65.2
batteryLevelInteger85
doorOpenBooleantrue

Step 5: Configure Actions (Optional)​

For devices that accept commands (downlinks):

  1. Click Add Action
  2. Configure:
    • Action Name: What the command does
    • fPort: LoRaWAN port number
    • Payload: Command data format

Step 6: Save​

Click Create to save the IoT asset type.

Using the Device Library​

For supported LoRaWAN devices:

Step 1: Select Library Option​

Choose From IoT-enabled Asset Library

Step 2: Browse Available Devices​

Filter by:

  • Device Type: Node, Gateway, Edge Gateway
  • Protocol: LoRaWAN, BACnet
  • Manufacturer: Search by brand

Step 3: Select Your Device​

Click on the matching device model:

  • NS300, NS330 (basic sensors)
  • NS500, NS530 (multi-sensor)
  • NS700, NS730 (industrial sensors)
  • NFG300, NFG600 (gateways)

Step 4: Confirm Configuration​

The type is pre-configured with:

  • Correct payload decoder
  • Mapped properties
  • Default actions

Step 5: Customize (Optional)​

Modify the name or add additional properties if needed.

Step 6: Save​

Click Create to add the device type.

Property Types​

TypeUse ForExample Values
StringText values"Normal", "Active", "OK"
IntegerWhole numbers100, 85, 0
FloatDecimal numbers24.5, 98.6, 0.75
BooleanTrue/falsetrue, false

Real-World Examples​

Example 1: HVAC Unit Type​

Situation: You need a type for tracking air conditioning units.

Solution:

  1. Create new Physical Asset type
  2. Name: HVAC Unit
  3. Description: "Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment"
  4. Add properties:
    • capacity (Integer, BTU)
    • refrigerantType (String)
    • filterSize (String)
  5. Click Create

Result: You can now register HVAC units with these standardized fields.

Example 2: Temperature Sensor (Custom)​

Situation: You have a custom IoT temperature sensor not in the library.

Solution:

  1. Create new IoT-enabled Asset type
  2. Name: Custom Temp Sensor
  3. Add properties:
    • temperature (Float, °C)
    • humidity (Float, %)
    • battery (Integer, %)
  4. Configure payload decoder (technical setup)
  5. Click Create

Result: The sensor type is ready for registering devices and tracking real-time data.

Example 3: Using Library for Infodeck Sensor​

Situation: You purchased Infodeck NS530-MP sensors and need to add them.

Solution:

  1. Select From IoT-enabled Asset Library
  2. Search for "NS530-MP"
  3. Select the pre-configured type
  4. Optionally rename to "NS530-MP Temperature/Humidity"
  5. Click Create

Result: The sensor type is ready with the correct decoder and all properties pre-mapped. Just register your devices and they'll start reporting data.

Managing Asset Types​

Editing a Type​

  1. Go to Asset Types
  2. Find the type to edit
  3. Click the type name
  4. Make changes
  5. Click Save
Property Changes

Changing properties may affect existing assets using this type. Add new properties carefully.

Deleting a Type​

  1. Find the type to delete
  2. Click More → Delete
  3. Confirm deletion
Assets Required

You cannot delete a type if assets are using it. Reassign or delete those assets first.

Need help? Contact Infodeck Support

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