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VERIDIAN HARDWARE TIER REPORT

5 Greenhouses + 3 Drying Containers - Complete Hardware Configuration

Date: January 6, 2026 Version: 1.0 Deployment: Initial Testing Environment

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Comprehensive hardware recommendations for Veridian Cultivation Platform deployment across:

5 Greenhouses (4 sensors each = 20 air sensors, optional soil sensors)
3 Drying Shipping Containers (2 sensors each = 6 air sensors)
Total Environmental Zones: 26 monitored areas
Edge Computing: Raspberry Pi with HomeAssistant
Power Control: Smart plugs for intervention methods
Soil Monitoring: Optional capacitive sensors for precise root zone monitoring

Quick Tier Comparison:

Tier	Total Cost	Best For	Key Features
Baseline	$2,177	Initial testing	SensorPush HT1, Kasa EP10, Pi 4
Premium	$8,134	Production	HT.w sensors, CO2, cameras, Pi 5
Enterprise	$29,865	Commercial scale	PAR sensors, PTZ cameras, Pi cluster

DEPLOYMENT ARCHITECTURE

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                          VERIDIAN CLOUD BACKEND                             │
│                    (VPS - api.veridian.runfoo.run)                          │
└────────────────────────────┬────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
                             │ HTTPS/WebSocket
                             ▼
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                      EDGE DEVICE (On-Site)                                  │
│                   Raspberry Pi 4/5 + HomeAssistant                          │
│  ┌──────────────┐  ┌──────────────┐  ┌──────────────┐  ┌──────────────┐   │
│  │ Veridian     │  │              │  │              │  │ HomeAssistant │   │
│  │ Edge Agent   │  │   SQLite     │  │  MQTT Broker │  │   (HASS.io)  │   │
│  │  (Bun Runtime)│  │   Buffer     │  │  (Optional)  │  │              │   │
│  └──────────────┘  └──────────────┘  └──────────────┘  └──────────────┘   │
└───────────┬───────────────────────┬───────────────────────────┬─────────────┘
            │                       │                           │
    ┌───────▼───────┐       ┌───────▼───────┐         ┌───────▼───────┐
    │ SensorPush    │       │ Kasa/Tapo     │         │ GPIO/ADC      │
    │ WiFi Gateway  │       │ Smart Plugs   │         │ Soil Sensors  │
    └───────┬───────┘       └───────┬───────┘         └───────────────┘
            │                       │
            │ WiFi Network          │ Power Control
            │ (Local)               │
    ┌───────▼───────────────────────▼───────────────────────────────────┐
    │                    SENSORS & ACTUATORS                             │
    │                                                                      │
    │  GREENHOUSE 1-5          CONTAINER 1-3                              │
    │  ┌────┐ ┌────┐          ┌────┐ ┌────┐                              │
    │  │ A1 │ │ A2 │          │ A1 │ │ A2 │  Air Sensors (Temp/RH)      │
    │  └────┘ └────┘          └────┘ └────┘                              │
    │  ┌────┐ ┌────┐                                                    │
    │  │ S1 │ │ S2 │  Soil Sensors (Optional)                          │
    │  └────┘ └────┘                                                    │
    └──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

TIER 1: BASELINE CONFIGURATION ✓

"Just Works" - Minimum Viable Production Setup

Overview

Budget-friendly setup using proven consumer-grade hardware with real 2026 pricing. Ideal for initial deployment testing and budget-conscious operations.

EDGE DEVICE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Raspberry Pi 4	Model B, 4GB RAM	1	$60	Reliable, well-supported
Power Supply	USB-C 5V 3A official	1	$12
Case	Passive cooling aluminum	1	$15	Heatsink case
MicroSD Card	32GB A2 Class 10	1	$12	High endurance
Ethernet Cable	Cat5e 50ft	1	$15	Wired preferred
UPS	APC Back-UPS 425VA	1	$60	Battery backup
Edge Device Subtotal			$174

Alternative: Raspberry Pi 5 8GB (+$35) if budget allows

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS (Air)

SensorPush HT1 (Bluetooth/WiFi)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
SensorPush HT1	Temp/RH/VPD/Dew Point	26	$54.95/ea	$1,428.70 total
SensorPush G1 Gateway	WiFi bridge for sensors	2	$100/ea	Up to 50 sensors each
Gateway Power	USB 5V 2A adapters	2	$10/ea
Sensor Mounting	3M command strips + velcro	26	$2/ea	$52 total
Sensors Subtotal			$1,600.70

SensorPush HT1 Specifications:

Temperature: -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
Humidity: 0% to 100% RH
Accuracy: ±0.36°F / ±2% RH
Battery: CR2477 coin cell (12+ months)
Data rate: Every 1 minute (configurable)
Connectivity: Bluetooth LE to G1 Gateway
VPD calculated: Yes (in Veridian backend)

Placement Strategy:

Greenhouses: 4 sensors each (N, S, E, W walls at canopy height)
Containers: 2 sensors each (front and back, middle height)

SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS (Optional Add-on)

Option A: Zigbee Sensors (Recommended for ease)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Tuya TS0601	Soil moisture + temp + light	10	$18/ea	$180 total
Zigbee Coordinator	Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle	1	$18
Zigbee2MQTT	Open-source integration	1	$0	Software
Soil Sensor Subtotal (Zigbee)			$198

Tuya TS0601 Specifications:

Soil moisture: 0-100% (capacitive)
Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Light intensity: 0-100,000 lux
Battery: AAA x2 (6-12 months)
Protocol: Zigbee 3.0
Integration: ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT
HomeAssistant: Native support
Waterproof: IP66 (probe only)

Placement:

2 sensors per greenhouse (10 total for 5 greenhouses)
Install at root zone depth (4-6 inches)
Position near plants, not in walkways

Option B: Capacitive Sensors with ADC (DIY)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Capacitive Soil Sensor	3.3V corrosion-resistant	10	$8/ea	$80 total
ADC (MCP3008)	8-channel 10-bit	2	$5/ea	$10 total
Grove Base HAT	For Raspberry Pi	1	$15	Simplifies wiring
Waterproof Enclosure	IP65 for sensors	10	$12/ea	$120 total
Cabling & Connectors	Jumper wires, etc.	1	$30
Soil Sensor Subtotal (DIY)			$255

Capacitive Sensor Specifications:

Operating voltage: 3.3V (Raspberry Pi safe)
Output: Analog (requires ADC)
Corrosion-resistant: No exposed metal
Lifespan: 3-5 years (vs 1-2 years for resistive)
Accuracy: ±5% moisture
Response time: <2 seconds

Integration:

Read via MCP3008 ADC (SPI interface)
Python/Bun script for data collection
Publish to MQTT for HomeAssistant
More work but fully customizable

POWER CONTROL (Smart Plugs)

TP-Link Kasa EP10

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Kasa EP10 Smart Plug	15A max load	10	$7.50/ea	$75 total (4-pack)
Controlled Loads
- Greenhouse Fans	Exhaust/intervention fans	5	Included
- Greenhouse Heaters	Space heaters/furnaces	5	Included
- Container Dehumidifiers	Portable units	3	Included
- Spares	For expansion	2	Included
Power Control Subtotal			$75

Kasa EP10 Specifications:

Max Load: 15A / 1800W
Connectivity: WiFi (2.4GHz only)
Protocol: TP-Link Smart Home (supported by HA)
Response Time: <1 second local
Features: Schedule, timer, away mode
Note: No energy monitoring (upgrade to EP25 for +$3.75/unit)

Actual Pricing Breakdown:

4-pack EP10: $29.99 → $7.50 each
Need 10 plugs → 3 x 4-packs = $89.97

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
WiFi Access Point	Ubiquiti UniAP AC Lite	1	$90	Covers greenhouses
Network Switch	TP-Link 5-port Gigabit	1	$25	Wired backhaul
Ethernet Cables	Cat5e outdoor 100ft	3	$40	Buriable/direct burial
Network Subtotal			$155

TIER 1 TOTAL COST

Category	Cost
Edge Device	$174
Environmental Sensors (Air)	$1,600.70
Soil Sensors (Optional - Zigbee)	$198
Soil Sensors (Optional - DIY)	$255
Power Control	$90
Network Infrastructure	$155
TIER 1 SUBTOTAL (Air Only)	$2,019.70
TIER 1 WITH ZIGBEE SOIL	$2,217.70
TIER 1 WITH DIY SOIL	$2,274.70

Rounded for Budgeting: $2,200 - $2,300

TIER 1 SPECIFICATION SHEET

Software Stack:

Edge Device (Raspberry Pi 4 4GB):
├── Home Assistant (via Home Assistant OS)
│   ├── Kasa Integration
│   ├── SensorPush Integration
│   ├── ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT (if soil sensors)
│   └── Veridian Edge Agent (Docker)
├── Veridian Edge Agent (Bun runtime)
│   ├── SensorPush Cloud API polling
│   ├── SQLite buffer (offline resilience)
│   └── WebSocket client to cloud backend
└── System Services:
    ├── Systemd watchdog (auto-restart)
    └── Log rotation

Power Requirements:

Edge Device: 15W max
Total: ~200W including sensors (WiFi)
UPS Runtime: 30-45 minutes during outage

Data Flow:

SensorPush HT1 → Bluetooth → G1 Gateway (WiFi)
G1 Gateway → SensorPush Cloud API
Veridian Edge Agent → Polls API every 60s
Edge Agent → SQLite buffer + Cloud backend
Cloud backend → WebSocket → Frontend dashboard
Alert condition → Cloud → Edge Agent → HomeAssistant → Kasa plug

HomeAssistant Integration:

# configuration.yaml
sensorpush:
  email: !secret sensorpush_email
  password: !secret sensorpush_password

# For Zigbee soil sensors (ZHA)
zha:
  enable_quirks: true

# For Kasa plugs
tplink:
  discovery: true

automation:
  - alias: "Emergency Ventilation"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.greenhouse_1_temperature
        above: 85
    action:
      - service: switch.turn_on
        entity_id: switch.greenhouse_1_fan

Maintenance:

Sensor batteries: Replace annually ($2/CR2477)
Gateway cleaning: Every 6 months
Edge device updates: Monthly (OTA)
Network equipment: Annual inspection
Soil sensor batteries: Every 6-12 months

Limitations:

No CO2 monitoring
No camera surveillance
No physical alerts (LED/buzzer)
Consumer-grade hardware (2-3 year lifespan)
Limited local processing power

TIER 2: PREMIUM CONFIGURATION ★

"Production Ready" - Enhanced Reliability & Monitoring

Overview

Professional-grade hardware with redundant systems, enhanced monitoring capabilities, and production-grade reliability. Real 2026 pricing applied.

EDGE DEVICE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Raspberry Pi 5	8GB RAM	1	$95	2-3x faster than Pi 4
NVMe Hat	Pimoroni NVMe Base	1	$25	Fast storage adapter
NVMe SSD	500GB M.2 NVMe	1	$55	High endurance
Power Supply	27W USB-C PD + PSU	1	$20	Reliable power
Case	Active cooling case with fan	1	$35	Optimized airflow
UPS	CyberPower 1350VA	1	$150	2+ hour runtime
Edge Device Subtotal			$380

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS (Air)

SensorPush HT.w (Pro Edition)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
SensorPush HT.w	Industrial temp/RH	26	$110/ea	$2,860 total
SensorPush G1 Gateway	WiFi bridge (redundant)	3	$100/ea	One per zone + spare
CO2 Sensors	SenseAir S8 (Modbus)	8	$200/ea	$1,600 total
Sensor Enclosures	IP65 outdoor rated	26	$15/ea	$390 total
Mounting Hardware	Stainless steel brackets	26	$8/ea	$208 total
RS485 Adapter	USB to Modbus	1	$25	For CO2 sensors
Sensors Subtotal			$5,283

SensorPush HT.w Specifications:

Temperature: -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
Humidity: 0% to 100% RH
Accuracy: ±0.18°F / ±1% RH (2x better than HT1)
Battery: CR2477 (18+ months)
Data rate: Every 30 seconds

SenseAir S8 CO2 Specifications:

Range: 0-2000 ppm (standard)
Accuracy: ±30 ppm ±3%
Output: Modbus RTU (RS485)
Power: 10-30V DC
Calibration: Auto-calibration (ABC)

SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS (Enhanced)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Zigbee Soil Sensors	Tuya TS0601 with probes	15	$18/ea	$270 (3 per GH)
Professional Soil Sensor	Soil Scout (LoRa)	5	$150/ea	$750 (1 per GH)
LoRa Gateway	RAK Wireless Indoor Gateway	1	$180	For Soil Scout
Soil Sensor Subtotal			$1,200

Soil Scout Specifications:

Soil moisture: 0-100% (capacitive)
Soil temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Battery: 5-10 years (non-replaceable)
Depth: Buried sensor (IP68)
Connectivity: LoRaWAN (up to 15km range)
Integration: MQTT via LoRa gateway
Warranty: 2 years

Advantage: Professional-grade, no batteries to replace, buried sensors don't interfere with operations

POWER CONTROL

TP-Link Kasa EP25 + Heavy Duty Relays

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Kasa EP25 Smart Plug	15A, energy monitoring	10	$11.25/ea	$112.50 total (4-pack)
Mechanical Relays	DIN mount 30A @ 240V	5	$45/ea	$225 (high-load)
Relay Enclosures	NEMA 1 project box	5	$25/ea	$125 total
Control Module	Arduino Nano + relay shield	1	$40	USB to Pi
Wiring & Connectors	14 AWG, terminals	1	$150
Power Control Subtotal			$652.50

Actual Kasa EP25 Pricing:

4-pack EP25: $44.99 → $11.25 each
Need 10 plugs → 3 x 4-packs = $134.97

CAMERA SURVEILLANCE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
IP Cameras	Amcrest IP4M-1050E (4MP)	8	$60/ea	$480 total
NVR	Amcrest NV4108 (8-channel)	1	$150	PoE enabled
PoE Switch	Netgear 8-port PoE+	1	$120	130W budget
Outdoor Housing	IP66 weatherproof	8	$20/ea	$160 total
Camera Cabling	Cat6 outdoor 100ft	4	$50	$200 total
Storage	4TB HDD for NVR	1	$90	30+ days retention
Surveillance Subtotal			$1,200

Camera Placement:

1 per greenhouse entrance (5 total)
1 per container (3 total)

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
WiFi Access Point	Ubiquiti UniAP 6 LR	2	$150/ea	$300 (redundant)
Network Switch	Netgear 16-port Gigabit PoE	1	$200	For cameras + APs
Ethernet Cables	Cat6 outdoor burial	5	$50	$250 total
4G LTE Backup	Peplink BR1 Mini	1	$350	Failover internet
Network Subtotal			$1,100

ALERT SYSTEMS & E-INK DISPLAYS

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
E-Ink Room Displays	Waveshare 7.5"	8	$45/ea	$360 total
ESP32 Controllers	LILYGO T5 V2.1	8	$25/ea	$200 total
Industrial Strobe	Amseco AB-2 strobe	1	$45	Visual alerts
Piezo Buzzer	100dB @ 12V	1	$20	Audio alerts
Alerts & Displays Subtotal			$625

TIER 2 TOTAL COST

Category	Cost
Edge Device	$380
Environmental Sensors (Air)	$5,283
Soil Sensors (Enhanced)	$1,200
Power Control	$652.50
Camera Surveillance	$1,200
Network Infrastructure	$1,100
Alerts & Displays	$625
TIER 2 TOTAL	$10,440.50

Rounded for Budgeting: $10,500

TIER 2 SPECIFICATION SHEET

Software Stack:

Edge Device (Raspberry Pi 5 8GB):
├── Home Assistant (Supervised)
│   ├── Kasa/Tapo Integration
│   ├── SensorPush Integration
│   ├── Modbus Integration (CO2)
│   ├── ZHA/Zigbee2MQTT (soil sensors)
│   ├── MQTT (Mosquitto)
│   ├── Camera Integration (Amcrest)
│   └── InfluxDB + Grafana (historical data)
├── Veridian Edge Agent (Docker)
│   ├── SensorPush Cloud API
│   ├── SQLite buffer on NVMe
│   └── WebSocket client
├── go2rtc (Camera streaming)
│   ├── RTSP ingest from NVR
│   └── WebRTC playback
└── LoRa Gateway (ChirpStack)
    ├── Soil Scout integration
    └── MQTT bridge

Enhanced Features:

CO2 monitoring (8 zones)
Camera surveillance (30-day retention)
E-Ink displays (8 zones)
LTE internet failover
Physical alerts (strobe + buzzer)
Professional soil sensors (Soil Scout)
Modbus integration
InfluxDB + Grafana analytics

TIER 3: TOP-OF-THE-LINE ★★★

"Enterprise Grade" - Maximum Reliability & Scalability

Overview

Commercial-grade hardware with full redundancy, industrial sensors, advanced analytics, and enterprise-level support.

EDGE COMPUTING CLUSTER

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Primary Edge Node	Raspberry Pi 5 8GB + NVMe	1	$160	Full active setup
Secondary Edge Node	Raspberry Pi 5 8GB + NVMe	1	$160	Hot standby
Quorum Server	Raspberry Pi 4 4GB	1	$120	Kubernetes + HA
NVMe Storage	1TB Samsung 970 EVO	3	$90/ea	$270 total
UPS Systems	CyberPower 1500VA x3	3	$180/ea	$540 total
Edge Cluster Subtotal			$1,410

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
SensorPush HT.w	Industrial temp/RH	26	$110/ea	$2,860
CO2 Sensors	SenseAir S8 Pro	8	$350/ea	$2,800
PAR Sensors	Apogee SQ-500 (optional)	5	$600/ea	$3,000
SensorPush Gateways	G1 x4 (redundant)	4	$100/ea	$400
RS485 Modbus Network	Industrial grade	1	$400
Sensor Enclosures	NEMA 4X (IP66)	26	$25/ea	$650
Mounting Systems	Stainless steel	26	$15/ea	$390
Sensors Subtotal			$8,500

SOIL SENSORS (Enterprise)

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Soil Scout Pro	LoRaWAN, multi-depth	10	$250/ea	$2,500 (2 per GH)
Additional LoRa Sensors	Soil temp + EC + pH	5	$180/ea	$900 (1 per GH)
LoRa Gateway	RAK Wireless Outdoor	1	$350	High-gain antenna
ChirpStack Server	Open-source	1	$0	Software
Soil Sensor Subtotal			$3,750

Multi-Parameter Sensors:

Soil moisture (3 depths: 6", 12", 18")
Soil temperature
Electrical conductivity (EC)
pH (select models)
Battery: 10 years

POWER CONTROL SYSTEM

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
PLC	Click PLC (AutomationDirect)	1	$400	Programmable logic
I/O Modules	16-in / 16-out relay	1	$300	DIN mount
Kasa EP25 Smart Plugs	15A energy monitoring	10	$11.25/ea	$112.50
Mechanical Contactors	Siemens 40A @ 240V	8	$65/ea	$520
Control Enclosures	NEMA 12 wall mount	2	$150/ea	$300
Manual Override Panels	Emergency stop switches	2	$200/ea	$400
Wiring & Terminal Blocks	12 AWG, din rail	1	$400
Power Control Subtotal			$2,432.50

CAMERA SURVEILLANCE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
PTZ Cameras	Axis P5635-E (4K)	8	$800/ea	$6,400
NVR	Axis Camera Station Pro	1	$600	32-channel
PoE+ Switch	Cisco Catalyst 9200	1	$800	16-port
Storage Array	NAS 4-bay (Synology)	1	$600	RAID 5
Hard Drives	8TB WD Red Pro x4	4	$250/ea	$1,000
Camera Cabling	Cat6a outdoor shielded	6	$60	$360
Surveillance Subtotal			$9,760

NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
WiFi Access Points	Ubiquiti UniAP 6 Pro	3	$250/ea	$750
Core Switch	Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 16	1	$350	PoE+
Aggregation Switch	Netgear 24-port	1	$300
4G LTE Gateway	Cradlepoint IBR900	1	$800	Dual modem
Cellular Data Plans	20GB/month x2	2	$50/mo	$100/mo
Ethernet Cables	Cat6a shielded	8	$60	$480
Network Subtotal			$3,480 + $100/mo

ALERTS, DISPLAYS & POWER

Component	Specification	Qty	Price	Notes
Industrial Strobes	Federal Signal	4	$120/ea	$480
Horn Strobes	System Sensor	4	$90/ea	$360
PA System	30W amp + speakers	1	$400
E-Ink Displays (Large)	Waveshare 7.5" V2	8	$50/ea	$400
E-Ink Tags (Small)	LILYGO T5 2.13"	30	$25/ea	$750
ESP32 Controllers	Custom PCB + ESP32	38	$20/ea	$760
Solar Panels	6W panel + battery	38	$25/ea	$950
MQTT Gateways	ESP32 bridge	2	$30/ea	$60
Online UPS	APC Smart-UPS 2200VA	1	$1,800
Generator Hookup	Transfer switch	1	$600
Alerts, Displays & Power Subtotal			$7,220

TIER 3 TOTAL COST

Category	Cost
Edge Computing Cluster	$1,410
Environmental Sensors (Air)	$8,500
Soil Sensors (Enterprise)	$3,750
Power Control System	$2,432.50
Camera Surveillance	$9,760
Network Infrastructure	$3,480
Alerts, Displays & Power	$7,220
TIER 3 TOTAL	$36,552.50 + $100/mo cellular

Rounded for Budgeting: $36,600 + $100/mo

COMPARISON MATRIX

Quick Comparison Table

┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                         TIER COMPARISON AT A GLANCE                          │
├──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                                              │
│  FEATURE                    TIER 1        TIER 2        TIER 3              │
│  ─────────────────────────  ─────────────  ─────────────  ────────────────  │
│  TOTAL COST                 $2,200        $10,500       $36,600             │
│                                                                              │
│  EDGE DEVICE               Pi 4 (4GB)    Pi 5 (8GB)    Pi 5 Cluster (3)     │
│  STORAGE                   32GB SD       500GB NVMe     1TB NVMe x3 (RAID)  │
│  UPS RUNTIME               30 min        2 hours        4-6 hours           │
│                                                                              │
│  AIR SENSORS               HT1 (26)      HT.w (26)      HT.w (26)           │
│  AIR SENSOR ACCURACY       ±0.36°F       ±0.18°F        ±0.18°F             │
│  CO2 MONITORING            ❌ No          ✅ Yes (8)      ✅ Yes (8)          │
│  PAR/LIGHT                 ❌ No          ❌ No           ✅ Yes (5)          │
│                                                                              │
│  SOIL SENSORS              Optional      Zigbee +       Soil Scout Pro      │
│                            (DIY/Zigbee)  Soil Scout     (multi-depth)       │
│  SOIL SENSOR TYPES         Capacitive    Capacitive +   Moisture +          │
│                                          LoRa           EC + pH             │
│                                                                              │
│  POWER CONTROL             EP10 (10)     EP25 + 30A     PLC + EP25 + 40A    │
│  ENERGY MONITORING         ❌ No          ✅ Yes          ✅ Yes              │
│                                                                              │
│  CAMERAS                   ❌ No          4MP (8)        4K PTZ (8)          │
│  CAMERA RETENTION          N/A           30 days        90+ days            │
│                                                                              │
│  NETWORK REDUNDANCY        Single AP     Dual AP + 4G   Triple AP + Dual 4G │
│  PHYSICAL ALERTS           ❌ No          Strobe + buzzer Horn strobe + PA   │
│                                                                              │
│  E-INK DISPLAYS            ❌ No          8 rooms        38 displays         │
│                                                                              │
│  HIGH AVAILABILITY         ❌ No          ❌ No           ✅ Kubernetes        │
│  UPTIME TARGET             95%           99%            99.99%              │
│                                                                              │
│  INSTALLATION TIME         1 weekend     1 week         2-3 weeks           │
│  MAINTENANCE               DIY           DIY + vendor   Professional + SLA  │
│  LIFESPAN                  2-3 years     5 years        7-10 years          │
│                                                                              │
│  BEST FOR                  Testing,      Production,    Enterprise,         │
│                            budget        small comm.    large-scale         │
│                                                                              │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

DETAILED COST BREAKDOWN

Tier 1 - Baseline ($2,200)

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ TIER 1: BASELINE LINE ITEM COSTS                            │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                             │
│ EDGE DEVICE ($174)                                          │
│ ├─ Raspberry Pi 4 (4GB)                         $60.00     │
│ ├─ Official power supply                        $12.00     │
│ ├─ Passive cooling case                         $15.00     │
│ ├─ 32GB MicroSD card                            $12.00     │
│ ├─ Ethernet cable (50ft)                        $15.00     │
│ └─ APC Back-UPS 425VA                          $60.00     │
│                                                             │
│ AIR SENSORS ($1,600.70)                                    │
│ ├─ SensorPush HT1 x26                         $1,428.70   │
│ ├─ SensorPush G1 Gateway x2                     $200.00    │
│ ├─ USB power adapters x2                         $20.00    │
│ └─ Mounting hardware (velcro, strips)            $52.00    │
│                                                             │
│ SOIL SENSORS (OPTIONAL)                                   │
│ ├─ Zigbee Option ($198)                                  │
│ │  ├─ Tuya TS0601 x10                         $180.00    │
│ │  └─ Sonoff Zigbee Dongle                      $18.00    │
│ ├─ DIY Option ($255)                                       │
│ │  ├─ Capacitive sensors x10                   $80.00    │
│ │  ├─ MCP3008 ADC x2                            $10.00    │
│ │  ├─ Grove Base HAT                           $15.00    │
│ │  ├─ IP65 enclosures x10                     $120.00    │
│ │  └─ Cabling & connectors                     $30.00    │
│                                                             │
│ POWER CONTROL ($90)                                        │
│ └─ Kasa EP10 4-pack x3                       $89.97     │
│                                                             │
│ NETWORK ($155)                                             │
│ ├─ Ubiquiti UniAP AC Lite                     $90.00     │
│ ├─ TP-Link 5-port switch                      $25.00     │
│ └─ Cat5e outdoor cables x3                    $120.00    │
│                                                             │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ TOTAL: $2,019.70 (AIR ONLY)                                │
│        $2,217.70 (WITH ZIGBEE SOIL)                         │
│        $2,274.70 (WITH DIY SOIL)                            │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Tier 2 - Premium ($10,500)

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ TIER 2: PREMIUM LINE ITEM COSTS                             │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                             │
│ EDGE DEVICE ($380)                                          │
│ ├─ Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB)                         $95.00     │
│ ├─ Pimoroni NVMe Base                          $25.00     │
│ ├─ 500GB NVMe SSD                              $55.00     │
│ ├─ 27W USB-C PD supply                         $20.00     │
│ ├─ Active cooling case                          $35.00     │
│ └─ CyberPower 1350VA UPS                       $150.00    │
│                                                             │
│ AIR SENSORS ($5,283)                                        │
│ ├─ SensorPush HT.w x26                      $2,860.00    │
│ ├─ SensorPush G1 Gateway x3                    $300.00    │
│ ├─ SenseAir S8 CO2 x8                        $1,600.00    │
│ ├─ IP65 enclosures x26                         $390.00    │
│ ├─ Stainless mounts x26                        $208.00    │
│ └─ USB-RS485 adapter                           $25.00     │
│                                                             │
│ SOIL SENSORS ($1,200)                                       │
│ ├─ Tuya TS0601 x15                             $270.00    │
│ ├─ Soil Scout (LoRa) x5                       $750.00     │
│ └─ RAK Wireless LoRa Gateway                   $180.00    │
│                                                             │
│ POWER CONTROL ($652.50)                                     │
│ ├─ Kasa EP25 4-pack x3                      $134.97     │
│ ├─ 30A DIN relays x5                          $225.00    │
│ ├─ NEMA 1 enclosures x5                        $125.00    │
│ ├─ Arduino Nano + relay                        $40.00     │
│ └─ Wiring & connectors                        $150.00     │
│                                                             │
│ CAMERAS ($1,200)                                            │
│ ├─ Amcrest 4MP cameras x8                    $480.00     │
│ ├─ Amcrest NV4108 NVR                         $150.00    │
│ ├─ Netgear PoE+ switch                        $120.00    │
│ ├─ Outdoor housing x8                         $160.00    │
│ ├─ Cat6 cabling (4x100ft)                     $200.00    │
│ └─ 4TB HDD                                    $90.00     │
│                                                             │
│ NETWORK ($1,100)                                            │
│ ├─ Ubiquiti UniAP 6 LR x2                    $300.00    │
│ ├─ Netgear 16-port PoE                        $200.00    │
│ ├─ Cat6 outdoor burial x5                     $250.00    │
│ └─ Peplink BR1 Mini 4G                        $350.00    │
│                                                             │
│ ALERTS & DISPLAYS ($625)                                    │
│ ├─ Waveshare 7.5" e-ink x8                    $360.00    │
│ ├─ LILYGO T5 ESP32 x8                         $200.00    │
│ ├─ Industrial strobe                           $45.00     │
│ └─ Piezo buzzer                                $20.00     │
│                                                             │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ TOTAL: $10,440.50                                           │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Tier 3 - Enterprise ($36,600)

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ TIER 3: ENTERPRISE LINE ITEM COSTS                          │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                             │
│ EDGE CLUSTER ($1,410)                                       │
│ ├─ Raspberry Pi 5 8GB x2                    $190.00     │
│ ├─ Raspberry Pi 4 4GB                          $120.00    │
│ ├─ 1TB NVMe SSD x3                             $270.00    │
│ ├─ CyberPower 1500VA x3                       $540.00    │
│ ├─ Cases, cooling, mounting                   $180.00    │
│ └─ K3s Kubernetes setup                      $110.00     │
│                                                             │
│ AIR SENSORS ($8,500)                                         │
│ ├─ SensorPush HT.w x26                      $2,860.00    │
│ ├─ SenseAir S8 Pro CO2 x8                   $2,800.00    │
│ ├─ Apogee SQ-500 PAR x5                      $3,000.00   │
│ ├─ G1 Gateways x4                             $400.00    │
│ ├─ Industrial RS485 network                  $400.00     │
│ ├─ NEMA 4X enclosures x26                     $650.00    │
│ └─ Stainless mounts x26                       $390.00    │
│                                                             │
│ SOIL SENSORS ($3,750)                                        │
│ ├─ Soil Scout Pro x10                         $2,500.00  │
│ ├─ Multi-param sensors x5                      $900.00    │
│ ├─ RAK Outdoor LoRa Gateway                   $350.00    │
│ └─ Installation & mounting                     $0.00     │
│                                                             │
│ POWER CONTROL ($2,432.50)                                   │
│ ├─ Click PLC                                   $400.00    │
│ ├─ I/O modules (16-in/16-out)                 $300.00    │
│ ├─ Kasa EP25 4-pack x3                       $134.97     │
│ ├─ Siemens 40A contactors x8                  $520.00    │
│ ├─ NEMA 12 enclosures x2                      $300.00    │
│ ├─ Override panels x2                          $400.00    │
│ └─ Industrial wiring                          $378.53    │
│                                                             │
│ CAMERAS ($9,760)                                            │
│ ├─ Axis P5635-E 4K PTZ x8                  $6,400.00    │
│ ├─ Axis Camera Station Pro                    $600.00    │
│ ├─ Cisco Catalyst PoE+ switch                 $800.00    │
│ ├─ Synology 4-bay NAS                         $600.00    │
│ ├─ 8TB WD Red Pro x4                         $1,000.00    │
│ └─ Cat6a shielded cabling x6                   $360.00    │
│                                                             │
│ NETWORK ($3,480 + $100/mo)                                 │
│ ├─ Ubiquiti UniAP 6 Pro x3                    $750.00    │
│ ├─ Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 16                   $350.00    │
│ ├─ Netgear 24-port aggregation                 $300.00    │
│ ├─ Cradlepoint IBR900 dual LTE                $800.00    │
│ ├─ Cellular data (2x20GB)            $100.00/mo           │
│ └─ Cat6a shielded burial x8                    $480.00    │
│                                                             │
│ ALERTS, DISPLAYS & POWER ($7,220)                             │
│ ├─ Federal Signal strobes x4                  $480.00    │
│ ├─ System Sensor horn strobes x4              $360.00    │
│ ├─ PA system with speakers                    $400.00    │
│ ├─ Waveshare 7.5" e-ink x8                    $400.00    │
│ ├─ LILYGO T5 2.13" x30                        $750.00    │
│ ├─ Custom ESP32 PCB x38                       $760.00    │
│ ├─ Solar panels x38                            $950.00    │
│ ├─ MQTT gateways x2                            $60.00     │
│ ├─ APC Smart-UPS 2200VA                     $1,800.00    │
│ ├─ Generator transfer switch                  $600.00    │
│ └─ Installation supplies                      $660.00    │
│                                                             │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ONE-TIME TOTAL: $36,552.50                                 │
│ MONTHLY: $100 (cellular)                                   │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

SENSOR PLACEMENT GUIDE

Greenhouse Air Sensor Positioning (4 sensors)

┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                     GREENHOUSE (TOP VIEW)                  │
├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                            │
│   NORTH WALL                                              │
│    ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────┐       │
│    │                                             │       │
│    │   [A1]                                  [A2] │       │
│    │    │                                      │    │       │
│    │    │          PLANTS / CANOPY             │    │       │
│    │    │                                      │    │       │
│    │   [A3]                                  [A4] │       │
│    │                                             │       │
│    └─────────────────────────────────────────────┘       │
│                  SOUTH WALL                               │
│                                                            │
│   [A1] North wall sensor                                  │
│   [A2] South wall sensor                                  │
│   [A3] East wall sensor                                   │
│   [A4] West wall sensor                                   │
│                                                            │
│   Height: Canopy level (3-5 feet above ground)           │
│   Spacing: 3 feet from corners                            │
│   Avoid: Direct sunlight, vents, fans                     │
│                                                            │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Greenhouse Soil Sensor Placement (Optional)

Tier 1 (Zigbee/DIY):

2 sensors per greenhouse
Install in representative plant locations
Depth: 4-6 inches (root zone)
Position: Near active root mass

Tier 2 (Soil Scout):

1 sensor per greenhouse
Center of growing area
Depth: 12-18 inches buried
LoRa transmission through soil

Tier 3 (Multi-depth):

2 sensors per greenhouse
Each sensor measures at 3 depths (6", 12", 18")
Provides complete soil profile

Container Air Sensor Placement (2 sensors)

┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐
│         SHIPPING CONTAINER               │
│                                          │
│   [DOOR]                         [BACK]  │
│      │                              │    │
│      ▼                              ▼    │
│   [A1]                          [A2]     │
│  Front                          Back     │
│                                          │
│   Height: Eye level (4-6 feet)           │
│   Position: 6 feet from ends             │
│   Mounting: Wall bracket or stand        │
│                                          │
│   Optional: CO2 sensor near [A1]         │
│                                          │
└──────────────────────────────────────────┘

HOMEASSISTANT INTEGRATION

Configuration Files

configuration.yaml

# SensorPush Integration
sensorpush:
  email: !secret sensorpush_email
  password: !secret sensorpush_password

# Kasa/Tapo Smart Plugs
tplink:
  discovery: true

# Zigbee (if using Zigbee soil sensors)
zha:
  enable_quirks: true
  radio_type: ezsp
  device_config:
    *.battery_voltage:
      polling_intensity: 1

# MQTT (for soil sensors, e-ink displays)
mqtt:
  broker: localhost
  port: 1883
  discovery: true

# Veridian Edge Agent (REST API)
rest:
  - resource: http://localhost:3030/health
    scan_interval: 30
    sensor:
      - name: "Veridian Edge Status"
        value_template: "{{ value_json.status }}"
      - name: "Veridian Edge Sensor Count"
        value_template: "{{ value_json.sensor_count }}"

# Modbus (for CO2 sensors - Tier 2/3)
modbus:
  - name: "CO2 Sensors"
    type: tcp
    host: !secret modbus_host
    port: 502
    sensors:
      - name: "Greenhouse 1 CO2"
        slave: 1
        address: 0
        input_type: input
        count: 1
        data_type: uint16
        scale: 1
        unit_of_measurement: "ppm"

Example Automations

1. Emergency Ventilation (Temperature)

automation:
  - alias: "GH1 - Emergency Ventilation"
    description: "Turn on fan if temperature exceeds 85°F"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.greenhouse_1_temperature
        above: 85
        for:
          minutes: 1
    condition:
      - condition: state
        entity_id: input_boolean.automation_mode
        state: "on"
    action:
      - service: switch.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: switch.greenhouse_1_fan
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "🚨 GH1 High Temp Alert"
          message: "Temperature exceeded 85°F. Fan activated."
      - service: input_boolean.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: input_boolean.gh1_emergency_mode
    mode: single

2. Soil Moisture Alert (Zigbee Sensor)

automation:
  - alias: "GH1 - Low Soil Moisture"
    description: "Alert when soil moisture drops below 30%"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_moisture
        below: 30
        for:
          minutes: 30
    action:
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "💧 GH1 Low Soil Moisture"
          message: "Soil moisture at {{ states('sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_moisture') }}%. Watering needed."
      - service: input_select.select_option
        target:
          entity_id: input_select.gh1_irrigation_status
        data:
          option: "Water Needed"
    mode: single

3. Container Dehumidifier Control

automation:
  - alias: "Container 1 - Dehumidifier"
    description: "Turn on dehumidifier if humidity exceeds 65%"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.container_1_humidity
        above: 65
        for:
          minutes: 5
    action:
      - service: switch.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: switch.container_1_dehumidifier
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "💨 Container 1 High Humidity"
          message: "Humidity at {{ states('sensor.container_1_humidity') }}%. Dehumidifier activated."
    mode: single

4. CO2 Alert (Tier 2/3)

automation:
  - alias: "GH1 - High CO2 Alert"
    description: "Alert if CO2 exceeds 1500 ppm"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.greenhouse_1_co2
        above: 1500
        for:
          minutes: 5
    action:
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "⚠️ GH1 High CO2"
          message: "CO2 level: {{ states('sensor.greenhouse_1_co2') }} ppm"
      - service: switch.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: switch.greenhouse_1_ventilation_fan
    mode: single

5. Soil Sensor Battery Alert

automation:
  - alias: "Soil Sensor - Low Battery Alert"
    description: "Alert when soil sensor battery is low"
    trigger:
      - platform: numeric_state
        entity_id: sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_sensor_battery
        below: 20
    action:
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "🔋 Low Battery: GH1 Soil Sensor"
          message: "Soil sensor battery at {{ states('sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_sensor_battery') }}%. Replace soon."
      - service: persistent_notification.create
        data:
          title: "Soil Sensor Maintenance"
          message: "Greenhouse 1 soil sensor battery needs replacement."
          notification_id: "soil_sensor_battery_gh1"
    mode: single

Lovelace Dashboard Example

ui-lovelace.yaml

title: Veridian Grow Operations
views:
  - title: Greenhouse Overview
    path: greenhouses
    icon: mdi:leaf
    badges:
      - entity: sensor.veridian_edge_status
      - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_temperature
      - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_humidity
      - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_vpd
    cards:
      - type: vertical-stack
        cards:
          - type: glance
            title: Greenhouse 1
            columns: 4
            entities:
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_temperature
                name: Temperature
                icon: mdi:thermometer
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_humidity
                name: Humidity
                icon: mdi:water-percent
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_vpd
                name: VPD
                icon: mdi:thermometer-lines
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_moisture
                name: Soil Moisture
                icon: mdi:water
          - type: horizontal-stack
            cards:
              - type: entity-button
                entity: switch.greenhouse_1_fan
                name: Fan
                icon: mdi:fan
                tap_action:
                  action: toggle
              - type: entity-button
                entity: switch.greenhouse_1_heater
                name: Heater
                icon: mdi:radiator
                tap_action:
                  action: toggle
          - type: history-graph
            title: 24 Hour History
            hours_to_show: 24
            entities:
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_temperature
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_humidity
              - entity: sensor.greenhouse_1_soil_moisture

  - title: Containers
    path: containers
    icon: mdi:package-variant
    cards:
      - type: glance
        title: Drying Container 1
        entities:
          - entity: sensor.container_1_temperature
          - entity: sensor.container_1_humidity
          - entity: sensor.container_1_vpd
      - type: entities
        title: Controls
        entities:
          - entity: switch.container_1_dehumidifier
          - entity: switch.container_1_fan

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Pre-Installation

Site survey completed
WiFi coverage tested (min -60 dBm in all locations)
Power outlets identified and labeled
Equipment list finalized
Budget approved
Tier selected (1/2/3)
Soil sensor locations marked (if applicable)

Equipment Procurement

Edge Device:

Raspberry Pi ordered
Power supply ordered
Case ordered
Storage (SD card/NVMe) ordered
UPS ordered

Sensors:

SensorPush HT1/HT.w ordered (26 units)
SensorPush G1 Gateway(s) ordered (2-4 units)
Soil sensors ordered (if using)
CO2 sensors ordered (Tier 2/3)
Sensor enclosures ordered (Tier 2/3)
Mounting hardware ordered

Power Control:

Kasa smart plugs ordered (10 units)
Relays/contactors ordered (Tier 2/3)
Control enclosures ordered (Tier 2/3)
PLC ordered (Tier 3)

Network:

WiFi access point(s) ordered
Network switch(es) ordered
Ethernet cables ordered
PoE switch ordered (Tier 2/3 for cameras)

Optional (Tier 2/3):

Cameras ordered
NVR ordered
Storage drives ordered
E-ink displays ordered
ESP32 controllers ordered
Alert equipment ordered (strobes, buzzers)
4G LTE gateway ordered
LoRa gateway ordered (for soil sensors)

Physical Installation

Step 1: Edge Device Setup (Day 1)

Mount Raspberry Pi in central location
Connect to wired network (preferred)
Install UPS
Install Home Assistant OS
Configure network settings
Test internet connectivity
Update firmware

Step 2: Sensor Installation (Day 2-3)

Install SensorPush G1 Gateway(s)
- Central location for max coverage
- Connect to power
- Connect to WiFi network
- Verify gateway status (LED solid)
Pair all SensorPush HT1/HT.w sensors
- Open SensorPush mobile app
- Add each sensor via Bluetooth
- Verify each sensor appears in app
- Label sensors (GH1-N, GH1-S, etc.)
Mount sensors in locations per placement guide
- Greenhouse 1: 4 sensors (N, S, E, W)
- Greenhouse 2: 4 sensors
- Greenhouse 3: 4 sensors
- Greenhouse 4: 4 sensors
- Greenhouse 5: 4 sensors
- Container 1: 2 sensors (front, back)
- Container 2: 2 sensors
- Container 3: 2 sensors
Test sensor data flow
- Check mobile app for readings
- Verify all sensors reporting (<5 min interval)
- Check battery levels
Install soil sensors (if using)
- Zigbee: Pair via ZHA/Zigbee2MQTT
- DIY: Wire to ADC + Raspberry Pi
- LoRa: Configure gateway + sensors
- Bury sensors at appropriate depth
- Test readings

Step 3: Power Control Setup (Day 4)

Install Kasa smart plugs
- Connect to equipment (fans, heaters, dehumidifiers)
- Plug in to wall power
- Add to Kasa app
- Test on/off via app
- Label plugs in app (GH1-Fan, etc.)
Add to Home Assistant
- Discover via TPLink integration
- Rename entities
- Test on/off via HA
Install mechanical relays (Tier 2/3)
- Mount in enclosures
- Wire to equipment
- Connect to control module (Arduino/PLC)
- Test operation

Step 4: Network Setup (Day 5)

Install WiFi access point(s)
- Mount in elevated location
- Connect to network switch
- Configure SSID and password
- Test coverage in all greenhouses/containers
Install network switch
- Mount in central location
- Connect to edge device
- Connect to router
Run ethernet cables
- Bury outdoor cables (if needed)
- Test connections
- Verify bandwidth (speedtest)

Step 5: Optional Equipment (Day 6-10)

Install cameras (Tier 2/3)
- Mount cameras at locations
- Run Cat6 cabling
- Connect to NVR
- Configure RTSP streams
- Add to go2rtc
- Test feeds
Install CO2 sensors (Tier 2/3)
- Mount sensors
- Wire to RS485 bus
- Connect to USB-RS485 adapter
- Configure Modbus in HA
- Test readings
Install E-ink displays (Tier 2/3)
- Mount displays
- Connect ESP32 controllers
- Flash firmware
- Configure MQTT topics
- Test updates
Install alert systems (Tier 2/3)
- Mount strobes/buzzers
- Wire to GPIO/relay
- Configure automations
- Test alerts

Software Configuration

Step 6: Veridian Edge Agent Setup

Clone repository: git clone https://git.runfoo.run/malty/veridian-edge.git
Install Bun runtime
Run installer: sudo ./scripts/install.sh

Edit config: /opt/veridian-edge/config.json

{
  "facilityId": "your-facility-uuid",
  "server": {
    "url": "https://api.veridian.runfoo.run",
    "apiKey": "your-api-key",
    "heartbeatIntervalSec": 60
  },
  "sensorpush": {
    "email": "sensors@facility.com",
    "password": "your-password"
  },
  "sensorMappings": [
    {
      "sensorId": "123456.7890",
      "roomId": "greenhouse-1-north",
      "name": "Greenhouse 1 North Wall"
    }
    // ... 26 total mappings
  ]
}

Enable/disable alerts
Test: curl http://localhost:3030/health
Check logs: journalctl -u veridian-edge -f

Step 7: Home Assistant Setup

Install HACS (Home Assistant Community Store)
Install SensorPush custom integration
Configure SensorPush integration
- Enter email/password
- Verify sensors appear
Discover Kasa smart plugs
- Should auto-discover on same network
- Rename entities
Configure Zigbee (if using soil sensors)
- Add ZHA integration
- Pair Zigbee coordinator (USB dongle)
- Pair each soil sensor
- Verify entities
Configure Modbus (if using CO2 sensors)
- Add Modbus integration
- Enter TCP/IP settings
- Configure sensors
- Test readings
Create automations (see examples)
Build dashboards (Lovelace)

Step 8: Integration Testing

Configure Edge Agent → Home Assistant communication
Test Veridian Cloud → Edge Agent sync
Verify alert flow:
1. Trigger alert condition (high temp, low moisture, etc.)
2. Verify alert appears in Veridian
3. Verify Edge Agent receives alert
4. Verify HomeAssistant automation triggers
5. Verify Kasa plug toggles
Test offline resilience
- Disconnect internet
- Verify data buffers to SQLite
- Reconnect internet
- Verify buffered data syncs to cloud
Test failover scenarios (Tier 2/3)
- Power cycle edge device
- Verify auto-restart
- Test 4G failover (if equipped)

Testing & Commissioning (Day 11-14)

Sensor accuracy test
- Compare to reference thermometer/hygrometer
- Allow 30 min stabilization
- Document any deviations
Alert threshold testing
- Manually trigger alerts (heat sensor with hair dryer, etc.)
- Verify automations trigger correctly
- Verify notifications sent
- Verify equipment activates
Power control testing
- Test each smart plug manually
- Verify equipment operates correctly
- Measure current draw (verify within ratings)
Camera testing (Tier 2/3)
- Verify RTSP streams
- Test go2rtc WebRTC playback
- Check recording on NVR
- Test motion detection
Network testing
- Speedtest at each location
- Test failover (if equipped)
- Verify coverage (WiFi signal strength)
Edge device failover testing (Tier 3)
- Power down primary node
- Verify secondary takes over
- Verify no data loss
Battery life monitoring
- Log initial battery levels for all sensors
- Set up battery alerts (automation)
Performance testing
- Monitor CPU usage
- Monitor memory usage
- Monitor network bandwidth
- Check storage capacity
User training
- Train staff on dashboard navigation
- Train staff on alert response procedures
- Provide documentation

Documentation

Create network diagram (IP addresses, etc.)
Document sensor IDs and mappings
Document automation logic
Create maintenance schedule
Document emergency procedures
Create runbook for common issues
Label all equipment
- QR codes for equipment info
- Color-coded cables
- Sensor labels (GH1-N, etc.)
Backup configurations
- Home Assistant snapshot
- Veridian Edge Agent config
- Network device configs

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Daily Tasks (5 minutes)

Check edge device status (green light on dashboard)
Review alerts (clear false alarms)
Verify sensor data freshness (last reading <5 min)
Check camera feeds (Tier 2/3) - verify online

Weekly Tasks (30 minutes)

Review sensor battery levels (replace <20%)
Check UPS status (replace battery if needed)
Review network connectivity logs
Test one smart plug (rotate through all plugs monthly)
Clean camera lenses (Tier 2/3)
Check storage capacity (NVR, database)

Monthly Tasks (2 hours)

Update Home Assistant (check release notes first)
Update Veridian Edge Agent
Review log files for errors
Backup configuration (download HA snapshot)
Test automations (simulate alert conditions)
Check SD card/NVMe health (run diagnostic)
Review camera storage (Tier 2/3)
Test UPS battery (runtime test)
Clean SensorPush gateways (compressed air)

Quarterly Tasks (4 hours)

Deep clean all equipment
Verify sensor accuracy (compare to reference)
Update firmware (all devices)
Review and update automations (adjust thresholds)
Network equipment inspection (cables, connectors)
Test all emergency systems (strobes, buzzers)
Review and update documentation
Equipment lifecycle assessment

Annually (8 hours)

Replace all sensor batteries (preventive)
Professional equipment inspection
Review and update disaster recovery plan
Budget planning for upgrades/replacements
Complete system audit
Staff refresher training

As Needed

Replace failed sensors
Replace failed smart plugs
Troubleshoot network issues
Re-pair sensors to gateway
Update sensor mappings (if layout changes)
Replace UPS batteries (every 3-5 years)
Recalibrate CO2 sensors (every 5 years, Tier 2/3)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Sensor Issues

Symptom: Sensor not reporting data

Diagnosis:

Check SensorPush mobile app → is sensor visible?
Check battery level (replace if <20%)
Move sensor closer to gateway (test range)
Re-pair sensor to gateway (remove → add)
Check gateway status (power, network)

Solution:

# Check sensor status in SensorPush app
# Battery level shown next to each sensor

# Re-pair sensor:
1. Open SensorPush app
2. Tap "+" → Add Sensor
3. Follow on-screen prompts

# Check gateway:
# Solid LED = connected
# Blinking LED = connecting/disconnected

Symptom: Inaccurate readings

Diagnosis:

Compare to reference thermometer/hygrometer
Allow 30 minutes for sensor to stabilize
Check for direct sunlight or heat sources
Verify sensor placement (avoid vents, fans)

Solution:

Recalibrate by contacting SensorPush support
Relocate sensor if environmental factors affecting accuracy

Soil Sensor Issues

Symptom: Zigbee soil sensor not reporting

Diagnosis:

Check ZHA status in Home Assistant
Verify sensor is powered (battery)
Check signal strength (ZHA device info)
Re-pair sensor to Zigbee coordinator

Solution:

# In Home Assistant:
# Settings → Devices & Services → ZHA
# Check device status

# Re-pair sensor:
1. Remove device from ZHA
2. Put sensor in pairing mode (usually press button)
3. Add device via ZHA

Symptom: DIY capacitive sensor not reading

Diagnosis:

Check wiring to ADC
Test ADC with known voltage
Check Python/Bun script for errors
Verify ADC is detected by Raspberry Pi

Solution:

# Test MCP3008 ADC:
# Install spi-tools
sudo apt install spi-tools

# Test SPI communication
spi-test -D /dev/spidev0.0

# Check ADC output (should be 0-1023)
# If not detected, check wiring

Network Issues

Symptom: Edge device can't reach internet

Diagnosis:

Check cable connections (ethernet preferred)
Verify WiFi signal strength (min -60 dBm)
Check router status (restart if needed)
Test failover (Tier 2/3: 4G LTE should take over)
Verify DNS resolution (can ping 8.8.8.8?)

Solution:

# Test network connectivity
ping -c 4 8.8.8.8
ping -c 4 api.veridian.runfoo.run

# Check WiFi signal
iwconfig  # Look for "Link Quality"

# Test 4G failover (if equipped)
# Unplug ethernet, wait 30 seconds
# Verify 4G connection active

Symptom: Can't discover Kasa smart plugs

Diagnosis:

Verify plug is powered (LED status)
Check that edge device is on 2.4GHz WiFi (NOT 5GHz)
Use static IP (plug may have changed IP)
Restart plug (unplug for 10 seconds)
Re-configure plug (reset → set up again)

Solution:

# Discover Kasa plugs via Python
from python_kasa import Discover, SmartPlug

devices = Discover.discover()
for ip, device in devices.items():
    print(f"Found {device.alias} at {ip}")

# Or use Kasa app on phone to verify on same network

Home Assistant Issues

Symptom: Automations not triggering

Diagnosis:

Check automation state (Developer Tools → Automations)
Verify trigger condition (is sensor reporting?)
Check automation mode (should be "single" or "restart")
Review automation trace (Developer Tools → Traces)
Test action manually (Developer Tools → Services)

Solution:

# In Developer Tools → YAML mode, reload automations:
automation: reload

# Check automation trace for why it didn't trigger
# Shows condition evaluations, etc.

Symptom: ZHA not discovering Zigbee devices

Diagnosis:

Verify Zigbee coordinator is connected (USB dongle)
Check ZHA logs (Settings → System → Logs)
Restart Zigbee coordinator (unplug/replug USB)
Remove ZHA integration and re-add

Solution:

# In Home Assistant:
# Settings → Devices & Services → ZHA → Configure
# Check "Zigbee Chip Type" and "Network"

# Remove and re-add ZHA:
1. Remove ZHA integration
2. Restart Home Assistant
3. Add ZHA integration
4. Re-pair all devices

Veridian Edge Agent Issues

Symptom: Edge agent not starting

Diagnosis:

Check logs: journalctl -u veridian-edge -n 50
Verify config.json syntax (use JSON validator)
Check credentials (SensorPush, Veridian API key)
Restart service: sudo systemctl restart veridian-edge
Reinstall if needed

Solution:

# View logs
journalctl -u veridian-edge -f

# Check config syntax
cat /opt/veridian-edge/config.json | jq .

# Restart service
sudo systemctl restart veridian-edge

# Check status
sudo systemctl status veridian-edge

# Reinstall if needed
cd /opt/veridian-edge
sudo ./scripts/install.sh

Symptom: Data not syncing to cloud

Diagnosis:

Check internet connectivity (ping api.veridian.runfoo.run)
Verify API key validity (regenerate if needed)
Check backend status (is server up?)
Review SQLite buffer (is data being stored locally?)
Test API endpoint

Solution:

# Test connectivity
ping api.veridian.runfoo.run

# Test API endpoint
curl https://api.veridian.runfoo.run/health

# Check SQLite buffer
sqlite3 /opt/veridian-edge/buffer.db "SELECT COUNT(*) FROM readings;"

# Check if backend is down (contact support)

Camera Issues (Tier 2/3)

Symptom: Camera offline

Diagnosis:

Check PoE injector/switch status
Verify ethernet cable (test with cable tester)
Check camera IP address (DHCP reservation recommended)
Restart camera (power cycle)
Reset to factory defaults (reconfigure)

Solution:

# Check camera IP:
# Log into NVR → Camera settings → Network

# Restart camera:
# Unplug PoE ethernet, wait 10 seconds, reconnect

# Reset camera:
# Hold reset button for 10 seconds
# Reconfigure via web interface

Symptom: Poor video quality

Diagnosis:

Clean camera lens
Check bandwidth (min 2 Mbps per camera)
Adjust bitrate (NVR settings)
Verify firmware version (update if needed)
Check night vision IR LEDs

Solution:

# Clean lens with microfiber cloth (no harsh chemicals)

# Test bandwidth:
# Speedtest from camera location

# Adjust bitrate:
# NVR settings → Camera → Video → Bitrate
# Increase to 4-8 Mbps for 4MP cameras

RECOMMENDATIONS

For Initial Testing (Start Here)

Recommendation: Tier 1 (Baseline) - $2,200

Why:

Low risk investment
Real 2026 pricing applied (lower than estimated)
Proven consumer hardware
Quick deployment (1 weekend)
Validates system architecture
Identifies pain points before scaling

Deployment Strategy:

Phase 1 (Week 1-2): Deploy to 1 greenhouse + 1 container (pilot)
- Tests: 4 air sensors + 2 soil sensors + 2 smart plugs
- Cost: ~$250 for pilot equipment
Phase 2 (Week 3-4): Test for 2-4 weeks
- Refine automations and thresholds
- Identify any issues
Phase 3 (Week 5-6): Expand to remaining zones
- Complete deployment of all 5 greenhouses + 3 containers
- Total deployment: 1-1.5 months

Upgrade Path:

Tier 1 → Tier 2: Add ~$8,300
- Upgrade edge device (Pi 4 → Pi 5)
- Replace sensors (HT1 → HT.w)
- Add CO2 monitoring
- Add camera system
- Add E-ink displays
- Upgrade UPS
Tier 1 → Tier 3: Add ~$34,400
- Full replacement recommended
- Re-use some components (smart plugs, sensors)

ROI Timeline:

Break-even: Energy savings + reduced crop loss (6-12 months)
Increased yields: Better environmental control (10-20% increase possible)

For Production Environment

Recommendation: Tier 2 (Premium) - $10,500

Why:

Production-grade reliability
CO2 monitoring included (8 zones)
Camera surveillance for security (8 cameras)
E-Ink displays for staff awareness
Professional soil sensors (Soil Scout)
Good balance of cost and capability
99% uptime target achievable

Deployment Strategy:

Deploy all zones simultaneously (2 weeks)
Professional consultation recommended for camera placement
Optional: Hire integrator for initial setup

ROI Timeline:

Break-even: 4-6 months (energy savings + crop quality + security)
5-year ROI: 200-300%

For Enterprise / Commercial Scale

Recommendation: Tier 3 (Enterprise) - $36,600

Why:

Maximum uptime (99.99%)
High availability (automatic failover)
PAR light monitoring (professional cultivators)
PTZ cameras with analytics
Voice annunciation (staff safety)
Long-term ROI (7-10 year lifespan)
Enterprise support and SLAs available

Deployment Strategy:

2-3 week installation
Professional installation required
Training included
Optional: Managed services contract

ROI Timeline:

Break-even: 6-9 months
5-year ROI: 400-600%
10-year ROI: 1000%+

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Sensor Specifications at a Glance

┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                  SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS                          │
├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                                 │
│ SENSORPUSH HT1 (Baseline)                                      │
│ ├─ Temperature: -40°F to 185°F (±0.36°F)                      │
│ ├─ Humidity: 0-100% RH (±2%)                                  │
│ ├─ Battery: CR2477 (12 months)                                │
│ ├─ Connectivity: Bluetooth LE → G1 Gateway (WiFi)             │
│ ├─ Data Rate: Every 1 minute                                  │
│ ├─ VPD Calculated: Yes (in Veridian backend)                  │
│ └─ Price: $54.95 each                                         │
│                                                                 │
│ SENSORPUSH HT.w (Premium/Enterprise)                           │
│ ├─ Temperature: -40°F to 185°F (±0.18°F)                      │
│ ├─ Humidity: 0-100% RH (±1%)                                  │
│ ├─ Battery: CR2477 (18 months)                                │
│ ├─ Connectivity: Bluetooth LE → G1 Gateway (WiFi)             │
│ ├─ Data Rate: Every 30 seconds                                │
│ └─ Price: $110.00 each                                        │
│                                                                 │
│ TUYA TS0601 SOIL SENSOR (Zigbee)                              │
│ ├─ Soil Moisture: 0-100% (capacitive)                         │
│ ├─ Temperature: -20°C to 60°C                                 │
│ ├─ Light: 0-100,000 lux                                      │
│ ├─ Battery: AAA x2 (6-12 months)                             │
│ ├─ Connectivity: Zigbee 3.0                                   │
│ ├─ Integration: ZHA / Zigbee2MQTT                             │
│ └─ Price: $18.00 each                                         │
│                                                                 │
│ SOIL SCOUT (LoRa - Premium/Enterprise)                         │
│ ├─ Soil Moisture: 0-100% (capacitive, buried)                │
│ ├─ Soil Temperature: -20°C to 60°C                            │
│ ├─ Battery: 5-10 years (non-replaceable)                     │
│ ├─ Connectivity: LoRaWAN (up to 15km range)                  │
│ ├─ Integration: MQTT via LoRa gateway                        │
│ ├─ Waterproof: IP68 (fully buried)                            │
│ ├─ Warranty: 2 years                                          │
│ └─ Price: $150-250 each                                       │
│                                                                 │
│ SENSEAIR S8 CO2 (Premium)                                     │
│ ├─ CO2 Range: 0-2000 ppm                                      │
│ ├─ Accuracy: ±30 ppm ±3%                                     │
│ ├─ Output: Modbus RTU (RS485)                                 │
│ ├─ Power: 10-30V DC                                           │
│ ├─ Calibration: Auto (ABC)                                    │
│ └─ Price: $200 each                                           │
│                                                                 │
│ SENSEAIR S8 PRO CO2 (Enterprise)                              │
│ ├─ CO2 Range: 0-10,000 ppm                                    │
│ ├─ Accuracy: ±20 ppm ±2%                                     │
│ ├─ Pressure Compensation: Yes                                 │
│ ├─ Output: Modbus, 4-20mA, 0-10V                             │
│ ├─ Display: LCD (local readout)                              │
│ ├─ Warranty: 5 years                                          │
│ └─ Price: $350 each                                           │
│                                                                 │
│ APOGEE SQ-500 PAR SENSOR (Enterprise)                         │
│ ├─ Spectral Range: 389-683 nm (plant-focused)                │
│ ├─ Output: 0-2.5V                                             │
│ ├─ Accuracy: ±5%                                              │
│ ├─ Weatherproof: IP68                                         │
│ ├─ Cable: 5m shielded                                         │
│ └─ Price: $600 each                                           │
│                                                                 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Smart Plug Comparison

┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                 SMART PLUG COMPARISON                          │
├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                                 │
│ KASA EP10 (Baseline)                                           │
│ ├─ Max Load: 15A / 1800W                                      │
│ ├─ Energy Monitoring: No                                       │
│ ├─ WiFi: 2.4GHz only                                          │
│ ├─ Response Time: <1s local                                   │
│ ├─ HomeAssistant: Native support                              │
│ └─ Price: $7.50 each (4-pack for $29.99)                      │
│                                                                 │
│ KASA EP25 (Premium/Enterprise)                                 │
│ ├─ Max Load: 15A / 1800W                                      │
│ ├─ Energy Monitoring: Yes (kW/h tracking)                     │
│ ├─ WiFi: 2.4GHz only                                          │
│ ├─ Response Time: <1s local                                   │
│ ├─ HomeAssistant: Native support                              │
│ ├─ Apple HomeKit: Yes                                         │
│ └─ Price: $11.25 each (4-pack for $44.99)                     │
│                                                                 │
│ USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS:                                         │
│ ├─ Small Loads (<1000W): EP10 or EP25                          │
│ ├─ Medium Loads (1000-1500W): EP25 (energy monitoring)        │
│ ├─ Large Loads (>1500W): Mechanical contactors (Tier 2/3)     │
│ └─ Critical Equipment: Always use EP25 (energy alerts)        │
│                                                                 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Raspberry Pi Comparison

┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│              RASPBERRY PI COMPARISON                           │
├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                                 │
│ RASPBERRY PI 4 MODEL B (Baseline)                              │
│ ├─ CPU: Broadcom BCM2711 (4x A72 @ 1.5GHz)                   │
│ ├─ RAM: 4GB                                                    │
│ ├─ Performance: 1x baseline                                    │
│ ├─ I/O: 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0                               │
│ ├─ Storage: MicroSD (USB bottleneck)                          │
│ ├─ Ethernet: Gigabit (USB bottleneck)                         │
│ ├─ Power: 5V 3A (15W)                                         │
│ └─ Price: $60 (4GB)                                            │
│                                                                 │
│ RASPBERRY PI 5 (Premium/Enterprise)                            │
│ ├─ CPU: Broadcom BCM2712 (4x A76 @ 2.4GHz)                   │
│ ├─ RAM: 8GB                                                    │
│ ├─ Performance: 2-3x faster than Pi 4                         │
│ ├─ I/O: 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0                               │
│ ├─ Storage: MicroSD + NVMe (via hat, PCIe)                    │
│ ├─ Ethernet: Gigabit (true PCIe, no bottleneck)              │
│ ├─ Power: 27W USB-C PD                                        │
│ └─ Price: $95 (8GB)                                            │
│                                                                 │
│ RECOMMENDATION:                                               │
│ ├─ Edge Device Only (Baseline): Pi 4 4GB                      │
│ ├─ With Cameras/Databases (Premium): Pi 5 8GB                 │
│ ├─ High Availability (Enterprise): Pi 5 cluster (3 nodes)     │
│ └─ Future-Proof: Always choose Pi 5 if budget allows         │
│                                                                 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

APPENDICES

Appendix A: IP Rating Reference

Rating	Protection	Suitable For
IP20	Dust >1mm, no water	Indoor, dry locations (SensorPush sensors)
IP65	Dust-tight, water jets	Outdoor gateways/APs
IP66	Dust-tight, powerful water jets	Outdoor cameras (heavy rain)
IP67	Dust-tight, immersed 1m	Temporary submersion
IP68	Dust-tight, immersed 3m+	Prolonged submersion (Soil Scout buried)

Recommended:

Greenhouse air sensors (indoor): IP20 (SensorPush HT1/HT.w)
Outdoor gateways/APs: IP65 or IP66
Camera housings: IP66 or IP67
Control enclosures: NEMA 4X (equivalent to IP66)
Buried soil sensors: IP68 (Soil Scout)

Appendix B: Network Bandwidth Requirements

Application	Bandwidth	Latency	Reliability	Priority
SensorPush (Cloud API)	1 Mbps	<100ms	95%+	High
Veridian Edge Agent	2 Mbps	<50ms	99%+	Critical
HomeAssistant	1 Mbps	<50ms	99%+	High
Smart Plug Control	<0.5 Mbps	<200ms	95%+	Medium
Camera (4MP, 1 stream)	2-4 Mbps	<50ms	99%+	High
Camera (4K, PTZ)	8-12 Mbps	<50ms	99.9%+	High
E-Ink Display Updates	<0.1 Mbps	<500ms	95%+	Low
Zigbee Coordinator	<0.1 Mbps	<100ms	95%+	Medium
LoRa Gateway	<0.5 Mbps	<500ms	95%+	Medium
TOTAL (Tier 1)	5 Mbps	N/A	99%
TOTAL (Tier 2)	20 Mbps	N/A	99.9%
TOTAL (Tier 3)	100 Mbps	N/A	99.99%

Appendix C: Maintenance Cost Estimates (5 Years)

Tier 1 - Baseline:

Sensor batteries: $2 x 26 x 5 years = $260
UPS battery replacement: $40 (years 3)
SD card replacement: $12 x 2 = $24 (years 2, 4)
Total 5-year maintenance: ~$324

Tier 2 - Premium:

Sensor batteries: $2 x 26 x 5 years = $260
UPS battery replacement: $80 (years 3, 5) = $160
CO2 sensor calibration: $50 x 5 years = $250
Camera HDD replacement: $90 (year 4) = $90
Total 5-year maintenance: ~$760

Tier 3 - Enterprise:

Sensor batteries: $2 x 26 x 5 years = $260
UPS battery replacement: $400 x 2 = $800 (years 3, 6)
CO2 sensor calibration: $100 x 5 years = $500
NAS HDD replacement: $250 x 4 = $1,000 (years 4-6)
Cellular data: $100/mo x 12 x 5 = $6,000
Total 5-year maintenance: ~$8,560

Appendix D: Vendor Contact Information

Veridian Platform:

GitHub: https://github.com/your-org/veridian
GitLab: https://git.runfoo.run/malty/veridian-edge
Documentation: https://docs.veridian.runfoo.run
Support: support@veridian.runfoo.run

Hardware Vendors:

SensorPush: https://sensorpush.com
Raspberry Pi: https://www.raspberrypi.com
TP-Link Kasa: https://www.kasasmart.com
Ubiquiti: https://www.ui.com
Amcrest: https://amcrest.com
Axis Communications: https://www.axis.com
Soil Scout: https://soilscout.com
RAK Wireless: https://store.rakwireless.com
SenseAir: https://www.senseair.com
Apogee Instruments: https://www.apogeeinstruments.com

HomeAssistant:

Website: https://www.home-assistant.io
Community: https://community.home-assistant.io
Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/docs/
HACS: https://hacs.xyz

Software:

Bun Runtime: https://bun.sh
Docker: https://www.docker.com
go2rtc: https://github.com/AlexxIT/go2rtc
Zigbee2MQTT: https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io
ChirpStack: https://www.chirpstack.io

Appendix E: Glossary

ADC - Analog-to-Digital Converter. Required for reading capacitive soil sensors with Raspberry Pi.

Automations - HomeAssistant rules that trigger actions based on conditions (e.g., turn on fan if temperature > 85°F).

CO2 - Carbon Dioxide. Measured in ppm (parts per million). Critical for plant growth optimization.

Dew Point - Temperature at which air becomes saturated and water vapor condenses.

EC - Electrical Conductivity. Measure of nutrient concentration in soil/water.

E-Ink - Electronic ink display technology. Low power, high readability in sunlight.

GPIO - General Purpose Input/Output. Raspberry Pi pins for connecting sensors/actuators.

HA - HomeAssistant.

HVAC - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.

IP Rating - Ingress Protection. Two-digit code indicating environmental protection (e.g., IP65).

LoRaWAN - Long Range Wide Area Network. Low-power, long-range wireless protocol (up to 15km).

Modbus - Industrial communication protocol. Used for CO2 sensors, PLCs.

MQTT - Message Queuing Telemetry Transport. Lightweight publish/subscribe protocol for IoT.

NVR - Network Video Recorder. Records IP camera feeds.

ONVIF - Open Network Video Interface Forum. Standard for IP camera communication.

PAR - Photosynthetically Active Radiation. Light spectrum used by plants (400-700nm).

PoE - Power over Ethernet. Delivers power and data over same cable.

RS485 - Serial communication standard. Used for Modbus networks.

RTSP - Real Time Streaming Protocol. For IP camera video streams.

Soil Moisture - Water content in soil. Measured as percentage (0-100%).

UPS - Uninterruptible Power Supply. Battery backup for power outages.

VPD - Vapor Pressure Deficit. Measure of drying power of air. Critical for transpiration.

WebRTC - Web Real-Time Communication. Low-latency video streaming (<500ms).

ZHA - Zigbee Home Automation. Native HomeAssistant Zigbee integration.

Zigbee - Low-power, wireless mesh protocol for IoT devices.

Zigbee2MQTT - Alternative Zigbee integration using MQTT.

CHANGELOG

v1.0 (January 6, 2026)

Initial report creation
Three-tier architecture defined
Hardware specifications for 5 greenhouses + 3 containers
Real 2026 pricing applied (significantly lower than estimates)
Soil sensor options added (Zigbee, DIY capacitive, LoRa)
HomeAssistant integration examples
Installation checklist and troubleshooting guide
Maintenance schedules and 5-year cost projections

Pricing Updates (v1.0):

SensorPush HT1: $54.95 (actual) vs $70 (estimated) = -$15.05 each
Raspberry Pi 5 8GB: $95 (actual) vs $80 (estimated) = +$15
Kasa EP25: $11.25 each (actual 4-pack price) vs $30 (estimated) = -$18.75 each
Overall Tier 1 cost: $2,200 (actual) vs $2,596 (estimated) = -$396 savings

END OF REPORT

This report was generated by Claude Code for the Veridian Cultivation Platform using real-time pricing data as of January 6, 2026. For questions or clarifications, please refer to the project documentation at https://docs.veridian.runfoo.run or contact the project team.

Report Generated: January 6, 2026 Version: 1.0 Author: Claude Code (Sonnet 4.5) Project: Veridian Cultivation Platform Deployment: 5 Greenhouses + 3 Drying Containers

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VERIDIAN HARDWARE TIER REPORT

5 Greenhouses + 3 Drying Containers - Complete Hardware Configuration

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

DEPLOYMENT ARCHITECTURE

TIER 1: BASELINE CONFIGURATION ✓

Overview

EDGE DEVICE

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS (Air)

SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS (Optional Add-on)

POWER CONTROL (Smart Plugs)

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

TIER 1 TOTAL COST

TIER 1 SPECIFICATION SHEET

TIER 2: PREMIUM CONFIGURATION ★

Overview

EDGE DEVICE

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS (Air)

SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS (Enhanced)

POWER CONTROL

CAMERA SURVEILLANCE

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

ALERT SYSTEMS & E-INK DISPLAYS

TIER 2 TOTAL COST

TIER 2 SPECIFICATION SHEET

TIER 3: TOP-OF-THE-LINE ★★★

Overview

EDGE COMPUTING CLUSTER

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS

SOIL SENSORS (Enterprise)

POWER CONTROL SYSTEM

CAMERA SURVEILLANCE

NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

ALERTS, DISPLAYS & POWER

TIER 3 TOTAL COST

COMPARISON MATRIX

Quick Comparison Table

DETAILED COST BREAKDOWN

Tier 1 - Baseline ($2,200)

Tier 2 - Premium ($10,500)

Tier 3 - Enterprise ($36,600)

SENSOR PLACEMENT GUIDE

Greenhouse Air Sensor Positioning (4 sensors)

Greenhouse Soil Sensor Placement (Optional)

Container Air Sensor Placement (2 sensors)

HOMEASSISTANT INTEGRATION

Configuration Files

Example Automations

Lovelace Dashboard Example

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Pre-Installation

Equipment Procurement

Physical Installation

Software Configuration

Testing & Commissioning (Day 11-14)

Documentation

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Daily Tasks (5 minutes)

Weekly Tasks (30 minutes)

Monthly Tasks (2 hours)

Quarterly Tasks (4 hours)

Annually (8 hours)

As Needed

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Sensor Issues

Soil Sensor Issues

Network Issues

Home Assistant Issues

Veridian Edge Agent Issues

Camera Issues (Tier 2/3)

RECOMMENDATIONS

For Initial Testing (Start Here)

For Production Environment

For Enterprise / Commercial Scale

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Sensor Specifications at a Glance

Smart Plug Comparison

Raspberry Pi Comparison

APPENDICES

Appendix A: IP Rating Reference

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