Honeywell Forge MCP Server for CrewAI 11 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Connect your CrewAI agents to Honeywell Forge through Vinkius, pass the Edge URL in the `mcps` parameter and every Honeywell Forge tool is auto-discovered at runtime. No credentials to manage, no infrastructure to maintain.
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from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
agent = Agent(
role="Honeywell Forge Specialist",
goal="Help users interact with Honeywell Forge effectively",
backstory=(
"You are an expert at leveraging Honeywell Forge tools "
"for automation and data analysis."
),
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
mcps=["https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"],
)
task = Task(
description=(
"Explore all available tools in Honeywell Forge "
"and summarize their capabilities."
),
agent=agent,
expected_output=(
"A detailed summary of 11 available tools "
"and what they can do."
),
)
crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result)
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About Honeywell Forge MCP Server
Connect Honeywell Forge to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect Honeywell Forge to CrewAI via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Honeywell Forge MCP Server with CrewAI.
Install CrewAI
Run pip install crewai
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token from cloud.vinkius.com
Customize the agent
Adjust the role, goal, and backstory to fit your use case
Run the crew
Run python crew.py. CrewAI auto-discovers 11 tools from Honeywell Forge
Why Use CrewAI with the Honeywell Forge MCP Server
CrewAI Multi-Agent Orchestration Framework provides unique advantages when paired with Honeywell Forge through the Model Context Protocol.
Multi-agent collaboration lets you decompose complex workflows into specialized roles, one agent researches, another analyzes, a third generates reports, each with access to MCP tools
CrewAI's native MCP integration requires zero adapter code: pass Vinkius Edge URL directly in the `mcps` parameter and agents auto-discover every available tool at runtime
Built-in task delegation and shared memory mean agents can pass context between steps without manual state management, enabling multi-hop reasoning across tool calls
Sequential and hierarchical crew patterns map naturally to real-world workflows: enumerate subdomains → analyze DNS history → check WHOIS records → compile findings into actionable reports
Honeywell Forge + CrewAI Use Cases
Practical scenarios where CrewAI combined with the Honeywell Forge MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated multi-step research: a reconnaissance agent queries Honeywell Forge for raw data, then a second analyst agent cross-references findings and flags anomalies. all without human handoff
Scheduled intelligence reports: set up a crew that periodically queries Honeywell Forge, analyzes trends over time, and generates executive briefings in markdown or PDF format
Multi-source enrichment pipelines: chain Honeywell Forge tools with other MCP servers in the same crew, letting agents correlate data across multiple providers in a single workflow
Compliance and audit automation: a compliance agent queries Honeywell Forge against predefined policy rules, generates deviation reports, and routes findings to the appropriate team
Honeywell Forge MCP Tools for CrewAI (11)
These 11 tools become available when you connect Honeywell Forge to CrewAI via MCP:
acknowledge_alarm
Acknowledgment does not resolve or clear the underlying condition—it simply records that a human has reviewed the alarm and is aware of it. This updates the alarm state from "unacknowledged" to "acknowledged" in the Forge audit log, which is important for compliance and incident-tracking workflows. Provide the exact alarm ID as returned by get_alarms. Use this during incident response to track which alarms have been seen by the operations team. Acknowledge an active alarm in Honeywell Forge
get_alarms
Alarms cover a wide range of conditions: security breaches (door forced, tailgating), fire and life safety (smoke detector activation, pull station), HVAC faults, and system health warnings. Each alarm record includes severity level, timestamp, source device, description, and acknowledgment status. Optionally filter by building_id to scope results to a single site. Use this to triage active incidents, audit historical events, or identify recurring fault patterns. List active and historical alarms across all buildings or a specific building
get_building_details
Returns comprehensive metadata including HVAC zones, floor plans, linked subsystems (access control, fire life safety, video surveillance), energy targets, and operating schedules. Use this when you need a deep-dive view of a single site before performing operations like checking alarms or querying energy usage. Get detailed information about a specific Honeywell Forge building
get_door_status
The response includes whether the door is currently open or closed, locked or unlocked, and any active fault conditions such as "door held open" or "forced open". This is a read-only, point-in-time snapshot—use it to verify the physical state of a door before granting access or investigating a security event. Get the real-time status of a specific door or access point
get_energy_usage
Returns aggregated consumption data including total kWh, cost estimates, demand peaks, and breakdowns by subsystem (HVAC, lighting, plug loads). Metrics may be presented as time-series data points with timestamps, allowing trend analysis and comparison against energy budgets. Use this to monitor sustainability KPIs, identify wasteful consumption patterns, or prepare energy audit reports for facility managers. Get energy consumption data for a specific building
get_temperature_data
Returns data points including zone temperature, setpoint targets, humidity levels, and HVAC equipment status (compressor running, valve position, fan speed). This data is essential for thermal comfort analysis, energy optimization, and proactive maintenance—such as identifying zones that consistently deviate from setpoints or detecting equipment degradation before failure. Use this to diagnose comfort complaints or validate HVAC scheduling changes. Get temperature and HVAC sensor data for a specific building
list_access_points
An access point represents a physical entry device—door, gate, turnstile, or barrier—managed by the Forge access control subsystem. Each record includes the access point ID, name, current lock state, door status (open/closed/forced), assigned access level, and the zone it belongs to. Use this to audit physical security surfaces before running lock/unlock commands or investigating door-forced alarm events. List all access control points (doors, gates, turnstiles) for a building
list_buildings
Each record contains the building identifier, name, address, operational status, and metadata such as time zone and total floor area. Use this tool as the entry point for any building-centric workflow—once you have the building ID you can drill down into access points, alarms, energy metrics, or video feeds. List all buildings registered in Honeywell Forge
list_video_feeds
Each record represents a camera or NVR channel with metadata including camera name, location within the building, stream URL (RTSP or HLS), resolution, current online/offline status, and recording mode (continuous, motion-triggered, scheduled). Use this to discover which cameras are available for live viewing or forensic review, and to map camera IDs to physical locations before correlating video with alarm events. List available video surveillance feeds for a building
lock_door
The door will immediately engage its locking mechanism and transition to a secured state. Only authorized credentials holders can override this lock via normal badge or PIN access. Use this when securing a building after hours, during a lockdown event, or to enforce temporary access restrictions. Confirm the door identity with list_access_points before executing. Lock a specific door or access point in Honeywell Forge
unlock_door
The door will disengage its lock and enter a free-access state until explicitly re-locked or returned to its scheduled access control mode. Use this for emergency egress, visitor accommodation, or maintenance access. Always verify the correct access point ID before unlocking to avoid unintended security gaps. Unlock a specific door or access point in Honeywell Forge
Troubleshooting Honeywell Forge MCP Server with CrewAI
Common issues when connecting Honeywell Forge to CrewAI through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
MCP tools not discovered
Agent not using tools
Timeout errors
Rate limiting or 429 errors
Honeywell Forge + CrewAI FAQ
Common questions about integrating Honeywell Forge MCP Server with CrewAI.
How does CrewAI discover and connect to MCP tools?
tools/list method. This means tools are always fresh and reflect the server's current capabilities. No tool schemas need to be hardcoded.Can different agents in the same crew use different MCP servers?
mcps list, so you can assign specific servers to specific roles. For example, a reconnaissance agent might use a domain intelligence server while an analysis agent uses a vulnerability database server.What happens when an MCP tool call fails during a crew run?
Can CrewAI agents call multiple MCP tools in parallel?
process=Process.parallel, each calling different MCP tools concurrently. This is ideal for workflows where separate data sources need to be queried simultaneously.Can I run CrewAI crews on a schedule (cron)?
crew.kickoff() method runs synchronously by default, making it straightforward to integrate into existing pipelines.Connect Honeywell Forge with your favorite client
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Connect Honeywell Forge to CrewAI
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 11 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.