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View from America: exploiting the sun to save energy with KNX

KNXtoday Posted on 06/03/2020 by Editor09/03/2020

By Philip R. Juneau, ATC. I’d like to start off with a definition of the term ‘daylighting’ within the context of building design and construction. Daylighting is the use of building infrastructure (e.g., windows, skylights etc) to capture direct sunlight … [READ MORE]

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Sponsor’s Whitepaper: Energy Harvesting Switch radio protocols

KNXtoday Posted on 08/10/2019 by Editor08/10/2019

By Simon Ziegler, ZF Friedrichshafen AG. Due to the rising connectivity of mobile devices, industrial applications, smart home applications and vehicles, the importance of wireless technology for data communication is increasing continuously. As a result, wireless technology grew by 32% … [READ MORE]

Posted in articles, articles sponsor | Tagged energy management, KNX RF, lighting, power & wiring, system design & programming, windows & blinds & shutters

Tutorial: controlling SMI and shading using KNX

KNXtoday Posted on 08/10/2019 by Editor08/10/2019

By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. After a recent expansion at Ivory Egg headquarters, we have been making some improvements to the control system to make sure we are showing the full potential of KNX. It’s always great fun to get … [READ MORE]

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Product Article: Upgrading Existing Buildings with Wired and Wireless KNX Devices

KNXtoday Posted on 06/06/2019 by Editor06/06/2019

By Thomas Weinzierl, Weinzierl Engineering GmbH. Using KNX to upgrade existing buildings may seem like a contradiction to some installers because often, it is not an option to open walls to lay bus lines. However, a detailed analysis of the … [READ MORE]

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Highlights from Light + Building 2018 – Part 1: IoT, Home Automation, HVAC, Water Management, Lighting and Shading

KNXtoday Posted on 18/04/2018 by Editor18/05/2018

By Yasmin Hashmi, KNXtoday Light + Building 2018 was a real treat for the KNX professional. There was something for everyone and so much on show from KNX manufacturers, service providers and the KNX Association, that our show report has … [READ MORE]

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Show Report: Top Ten Innovations at Light + Building 2018

KNXtoday Posted on 16/04/2018 by SYPHA30/05/2018

By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. Having spent the full six days at Light + Building 2018, plus a preview day on the Saturday, I was able to see the majority of the show – well, the building part anyway! Other … [READ MORE]

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Tips: Making the Most of Weather Stations

KNXtoday Posted on 04/09/2017 by Editor04/09/2017

By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. In our constant strive to keep the Ivory Egg office up to date, we have just installed a weather station. The one we chose is the Gira Weather Station Plus (also available from INSTA and … [READ MORE]

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Trade Talk: Considerations When Controlling Blinds with KNX

KNXtoday Posted on 13/07/2017 by Editor13/07/2017

By Simon Buddle, Future Ready Homes. It’s that time of year again when the sun streams into my bedroom at about 04:00 and stays there, unrelentingly, until late afternoon – such is the orientation of my home. I also sleep … [READ MORE]

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Tips: Blind Control

KNXtoday Posted on 06/04/2017 by Editor12/04/2018

By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. The change of seasons is a timely reminder of how much the external environment impacts on the internal spaces we live and work. It could be returning home to a dark house because the days … [READ MORE]

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Case Study: KNX-controlled Super House in Melbourne Australia

KNXtoday Posted on 08/03/2017 by Editor08/03/2017

By Richard Sagar, Sagar Smart Homes. This triple award-winning high-end project combines off-grid living with unbridled luxury. Based in Melbourne, Australia, the Melbourne Super House has allowed the homeowners to realise a lifetime of dreams, and features a fully integrated … [READ MORE]

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