Chipkin Automation Systems

What Chipkin Automation Systems does

Chipkin Automation Systems is a privately held Vancouver-based (British Columbia, Canada) industrial and building automation company founded in October 2000. It develops, sells, configures and supports protocol gateway hardware and software that translate between more than 200 industrial and building automation protocols, including BACnet, Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, LonWorks, SNMP, Metasys N2, Veeder-Root TLS, EtherNet/IP and MQTT. Its core product lines are the QuickServer gateway family (QS-1XX0, QS-2XX0, QS-3XX0 series), the broader FieldServer device family, EZ Gateways, BACnet Routers and Data Clients/Loggers, complemented by BACnet and Modbus protocol stacks sold as software, diagnostic tools (CAS BACnet Explorer, CAS Modbus Explorer, Modbus Scanner, BACnet BBMD), and the discontinued CAS Gateway 800 line.

The company generates revenue through three streams: (1) hardware sales of gateways priced by point capacity (from 250 up to 10,000 points) via its own e-commerce storefront (store.chipkin.com) and direct phone sales, (2) one-time licensing of BACnet and Modbus protocol stacks and developer tools, and (3) professional services including custom hardware and software development, BTL pre-testing, configuration services, multi-year service contracts and the Chariot Gateway training course. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company also offers international certifications including UL 60950-1, CSA, CE, FCC, IC Canada, KC, RoHS3 and WEEE on QuickServer hardware, supporting global direct-to-customer distribution.

Chipkin serves four primary customer segments: building automation (HVAC contractors, BMS integrators and facility managers integrating multi-vendor systems), industrial and utility automation (electric, water/wastewater, oil and gas SCADA operators using DNP3), fuel management (retail fueling, fleet operators and UST compliance monitoring) and fire and security system integrators. Long-standing value-added development relationships with Sierra Monitor (FieldServer), Gilbarco Veeder-Root, OPW, Franklin Fueling, Johnson Controls, Notifier and Simplex anchor the protocol library. The company operates from a single Vancouver office with no disclosed institutional funding, acquisitions, leadership changes or management team bios in the public record.

Name

Chipkin Automation Systems

Legal name

Chipkin Automation Systems

Website

https://chipkin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Chipkin Automation Systems is a Vancouver-based industrial and building automation vendor (founded 2000) that develops and supports protocol gateway hardware and software translating across more than 200 protocols including BACnet, Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA and LonWorks, serving BMS integrators, utility SCADA operators, fuel management and fire/security system integrators worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Building Automation Protocol Gateways

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Automation & Configuration Management Services (BPAEAEAJ)

Keywords

• Protocol gateway solutions
• Building automation integration
• Industrial protocol conversion
• BACnet Modbus integration
• SCADA BMS gateways

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Gateway Sales: Sale of protocol gateway devices including QuickServer, FieldServer, and CAS Gateway product lines. Hardware comes in multiple configurations based on point capacity (250 to 10,000+ points) and connectivity options (serial, Ethernet, dual Ethernet).
2. Software Tools and Stacks: Sale of protocol software including BACnet Stack, Modbus Stack, and developer tools. Also includes free tools like BACnet Explorer with gateway purchases.
3. Professional Services: Custom hardware and software solutions, configuration services, BTL pre-testing services, support contracts, and service agreements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Chipkin Automation Systems designs, develops, sells, configures, and supports protocol gateway hardware and software for building and industrial automation. Its flagship product line centers on the QuickServer and FieldServer gateway platforms, supporting 200+ protocols including BACnet, Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, LonWorks, Metasys N2, Veeder-Root, and SNMP. The company also sells BACnet and Modbus protocol stacks, diagnostic tools, custom hardware/software solutions, BTL pre-testing services, and training courses.

Product overview

Chipkin Automation Systems provides protocol gateway solutions for building and industrial automation, offering over 200 protocols and counting. The core product line centers on the QuickServer Gateway family (QS-1XX0 single Ethernet, QS-2XX0 serial-Ethernet, QS-3XX0 dual Ethernet Port) running FieldServer protocol conversion software. These hardware platforms are complemented by software tools including CAS BACnet Explorer and CAS Modbus Explorer for diagnostics, and BACnet/Modbus protocol stacks for embedded integration. The company specializes in protocol conversions including BACnet, Modbus, DNP3.0, OPC UA, Metasys N2, LonWorks, SNMP, Veeder-Root, Simplex 4100, and MQTT. Additional offerings include Data Clients/Loggers for system monitoring, custom hardware/software solutions, BTL pre-testing services, and the Chariot Gateway training course. Legacy/discontinued products include the CAS Gateway 800 and Franklin Fueling Gateway (CAS2700-39).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• QuickServer Gateways High-performance, fully configurable protocol gateway hardware for integrating devices to networks in building and industrial automation. Available in multiple series with varying point capacities (250 to 10,000 points) and connectivity options including single/dual Ethernet ports and RS485/RS232 serial interfaces.
• EZ Gateways Simplified protocol gateway devices offering cost-effective protocol conversion solutions for building automation integration projects.
• BACnet Routers Devices that connect different BACnet network types such as BACnet on Metasys N2 Bus to BACnet on IP, also functioning as BBMD devices to allow BACnet messages to cross subnets.
• Data Clients/Loggers Electronic devices that record data over time or in relation to other factors for system and device monitoring, data logging, and historical analysis in building automation environments.
• BACnet Stack Software protocol stack enabling BACnet integration, providing the foundational protocol implementation for BACnet devices and systems for embedded developers.
• Modbus Stack Software protocol stack enabling Modbus integration, providing the foundational protocol implementation for Modbus RTU/TCP devices and systems for embedded developers.
• BACnet Protocol Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways supporting BACnet integration for connecting BACnet devices to other protocols including Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA, and more.
• Modbus Protocol Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways supporting Modbus RTU/TCP integration for connecting Modbus devices to BACnet, DNP3, OPC UA, and other protocols.
• Veeder-Root Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for Gilbarco Veeder-Root TLS fuel tank gauging systems, supporting TLS-350 and TLS-450 panels, mapping tank level, water level, temperature, and alarm data to BACnet, Modbus, or LonWorks.
• OPC UA Gateways Protocol conversion gateways supporting OPC Unified Architecture integration as a client, bridging OPC UA servers over opc.tcp or HTTPS to BACnet, Modbus, DNP3, LonWorks, and EtherNet/IP, with certificate authentication and address space browsing.
• Metasys N2 Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for Johnson Controls Metasys N2 protocol, bridging legacy N2 devices to modern BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and LonWorks networks.
• DNP3.0 Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for DNP3.0 (Distributed Network Protocol) per IEEE 1815-2012 standard, supporting Ethernet and Serial versions for SCADA master station, RTU to IED, and peer-to-peer network applications in utilities.
• SNMP Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) integration for connecting automation devices to IT network management systems.
• LonWorks Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for LonWorks building automation systems integration, mapping data to LonWorks network variables.
• Simplex 4100 Integration Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for Simplex 4100 fire alarm systems integration with building automation networks.
• MQTT Gateways Protocol conversion gateways for MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) IoT protocol integration between building automation devices and modern cloud/IoT platforms.
• OPW CAS-QS-2020-1041 Gateway OPW Fuel Management Systems gateway supporting SiteSentinel Integra 100, 500, iSite, Nano, and iTouch consoles using Veeder-Root protocol for fuel management system integration.
• Custom Hardware and Software Solutions Custom development services for specialized hardware and software requirements, including service contracts, BTL pre-testing, and customized gateway configurations for unique automation projects.
• Chariot Gateway Course Training course for Chariot Gateway configuration and deployment targeted at system integrators and end users.
• BTL Pre-Testing Services Pre-testing service to help BACnet product developers validate conformance against BTL (BACnet Testing Laboratories) requirements before formal certification.

Quantifiable outcome

• Support for 200+ protocols
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Sierra Monitor (MSA FieldServer)coreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin has worked hand-in-hand with Sierra Monitor from the beginning, developing many of their protocol drivers and continuing to do so as value-added developers. They sell, configure, install, and support FieldServer and QuickServer products.
• Gilbarco Veeder-RootcoreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin provides integration gateways for Gilbarco Veeder-Root TLS tank gauging systems. Supports TLS-350, TLS-450, and related tank gauges for fuel management integration.
• OPW Fuel Management SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin provides OPW SiteSentinel integration gateways supporting Integra 100, 500, iSite, Nano, and iTouch consoles for fuel management system integration.
• Franklin Fueling SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin provides Franklin Fueling gateway supporting TS-1001, EVO 550, EVO 5000 tank gauging systems for fuel management integration to BACnet, Modbus, and web protocols.
• Johnson Controls (Metasys N2)coreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin provides integration solutions for Johnson Controls Metasys N2 protocol, bridging legacy N2 devices to modern BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks networks.
• Notifier (Honeywell)coreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin provides Notifier NFS3030 fire panel integration gateways, enabling recording and monitoring of Notifier Onyx Series fire alarm panels.
• BACnet InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationChipkin is a BACnet solutions provider with BTL-marked products. They offer BACnet Stack, BACnet Explorer, and extensive BACnet integration gateways.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Red Lion Controls: Red Lion Controls (a Spectris company) provides industrial protocol conversion gateways (FlexEdge, Graphite, Crimson), data acquisition, and connectivity solutions. Its multi-protocol gateway portfolio serves the same building automation, factory, and utility integration use cases as Chipkin.
• Advantech: Advantech offers industrial IoT gateways and protocol conversion hardware (EKI, ADAM, UNO series) supporting Modbus, BACnet, DNP3, OPC UA, and MQTT. It competes with Chipkin at the embedded gateway level for industrial and building automation customers.
• Opto 22: Opto 22 provides SNAP PAC controllers, I/O, and the groov Edge Appliance for industrial and building automation with multi-protocol support including Modbus, BACnet, and OPC UA. It overlaps with Chipkin's gateway and protocol conversion offerings for systems integrators.
• Sierra Monitor / MSA Safety: Sierra Monitor (now part of MSA Safety) is the originator of the FieldServer product line that Chipkin has co-developed since inception. It sells protocol gateways and field device integration tools into the same building automation and industrial verticals as Chipkin, including hazardous area applications.
• Tridium (Honeywell): Tridium's Niagara Framework is one of the most widely deployed building integration platforms, providing protocol-agnostic connectivity across BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and proprietary systems. It competes with Chipkin's gateway-plus-stack offerings as a unified integration solution.
• HMS Networks: HMS Networks (Anybus, IXXAT, Ewon) is a leading global supplier of industrial communication solutions including protocol gateways, embedded connectivity, and remote access. It is the most direct comparable to Chipkin's FieldServer/QuickServer gateway business, addressing the same multi-protocol integration use cases in factory and building automation.
• Moxa: Moxa manufactures industrial networking, protocol gateway, and edge connectivity products supporting Modbus, BACnet, DNP3, and IEC 61850. Its MGate series directly competes with Chipkin's QuickServer and FieldServer lines in utility, transportation, and factory automation.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric (EcoStruxure): Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure platform integrates BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks building automation systems through gateways and controllers. It represents a broad-incumbent competitor to Chipkin, offering protocol integration as part of full BMS and energy management suites.
• Phoenix Contact: Phoenix Contact is a broad industrial automation incumbent offering PLCs, I/O, networking, and protocol gateway products. Its GW PLP/EPIC controllers overlap with Chipkin's multi-protocol gateway capabilities but as part of a much larger automation portfolio.
• WAGO: WAGO manufactures controllers, I/O systems, and interface modules that include protocol conversion capabilities for BACnet, Modbus, KNX, and LonWorks. It addresses the same building automation integration use cases as Chipkin, though primarily through bundled controller products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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