Receive Messages from a Topic and Send an SMS
This workflow is capable of receiving and parsing messages from a specified topic in the Kafka message queue in real-time. When the temperature exceeds 50 degrees, it automatically triggers an SMS alert notification. By utilizing the Vonage SMS service, it ensures timely delivery of warning information, enhancing monitoring efficiency and response speed. This is applicable in scenarios such as industrial equipment temperature monitoring and IoT sensor data alerts, addressing the issues of delays and omissions in manual monitoring.
Workflow Name
Receive Messages from a Topic and Send an SMS
Key Features and Highlights
This workflow enables real-time reception of messages from a specified Kafka topic (topic_test), automatically parses the message content, and triggers SMS alert notifications based on specific conditions (temperature exceeding 50°C). Leveraging Vonage SMS service, it instantly sends warning messages, achieving an automated process from message reception to alert dispatch.
Core Problem Addressed
It addresses the need for real-time monitoring of critical data (such as temperature) from distributed messaging systems and timely alerting, eliminating delays and risks of omission associated with manual monitoring. This enhances response speed and system intelligence.
Application Scenarios
- Industrial equipment temperature monitoring and alerting
- Real-time alerts for IoT sensor data
- Anomaly notifications for key production line parameters
- Any scenario requiring SMS notifications triggered by Kafka messages
Main Process Steps
- Listen to the specified Kafka topic (topic_test) using the Kafka Trigger node to receive and parse messages in real time.
- Use an IF node to evaluate whether the temperature value in the message exceeds the threshold of 50°C.
- When the temperature exceeds the threshold, trigger the Vonage node to send SMS alert notifications to relevant personnel.
- If the temperature is normal, execute the NoOp node to perform no operation.
Involved Systems or Services
- Kafka: Serves as the message queue, pushing temperature data in real time.
- Vonage: SMS API service used to send alert messages.
- n8n platform nodes: Kafka Trigger, IF condition evaluation, Vonage SMS sending, NoOp placeholder node.
Target Users and Value
Ideal for operations engineers, equipment managers, and IoT solution developers who require real-time monitoring of critical metrics with timely notifications. This automated workflow reduces manual intervention, improves monitoring efficiency and response speed, and ensures that anomalies are detected and addressed promptly.