MDT acquires Tapko and Apricum

Partners become family: The MDT Group acquires a majority stake in the German KNX pioneer Tapko Technologies GmbH and the Croatian KNX forge Apricum d.o.o. The close and trusting partnership between the German KNX manufacturer MDT and the German KNX pioneer Tapko as well as the Croatian KNX producer Apricum has existed for several decades. Now both […]

JUNG KNX multi stations save space in the control cabinet

JUNG presents two new KNX multi stations that combine the full range of functions of several individual devices in one housing and thus save space in the control cabinet. With the KNX multi stations 2570M1SR and 2590M1SR, JUNG is expanding the KNX portfolio with two versatile solutions that combine the functional scope of several individual […]

#KNXis35 – celebrating 35 years of innovation, global impact, and a growing community

For 35 years, KNX has been at the forefront of smart home and building automation. What began as a bold vision for open, standardised technology has grown into a global movement, supported by thousands of manufacturers, integrators, training centres, and national groups in over 190 countries. Now, as we celebrate this major milestone, we look […]

ISE Hackathon returns for 2026 – register by 15 October

By bringing together students, startups, and industry leaders, this new ISE initiative serves as a powerful platform for collaboration, problem-solving, and future-focused thinking that will help shape the AV landscape of tomorrow. In an era where technological advancements are rapidly reshaping industries, the demand for fresh, innovative minds has never been greater. Recognising this need […]

#KNXis35: training is for everyone

An expanding range of training centres and training options ensures an ever-growing base of KNX experts By Ufuk Unal From the outset, training has been a key part in growing the worldwide KNX community. The first certified KNX trainings were organised in the early 1990s, shortly after the foundation of KNX Association. At that time, […]

Case Study: quick KNX IoT installation supports IT services company in a mixed retail site

A dining, retail and co-working site uses a KNX IoT system, that took just 90 minutes to install, to monitor and control key environmental factors. By Bruno Johnson and Andrew Lambert IT services company, Electronic Media Services (EMS), provides operational technology (OT) services at a 1,657m2 dining, retail, and co-working site in Bordon, Hampshire, UK, […]

KNX timers: helping to mitigate the effects of climate change and more

Lighting, heating, irrigation – timers are an essential part of intelligent automation. By Simon Buddle Summertime and a time to relax a little, and to do some of those chores we never get round to. Time to throw out those old actuators that have been building up in the corner of the workshop – you […]

Interview: Ceridwen Davies on illuminating a diverse and innovative future

Ceridwen Davies discusses the development of KNX in Australia and the value of women’s skills and perspectives in the industry. By Katie Rose KNXtoday: Tell us about your experience working in design and commercial lighting – what first sparked your inspiration and how did you come to work at Theben? CD: My 20-year career in […]

#KNXis35: a growing worldwide community of proud enthusiasts

National groups and userclubs are a major part of what makes KNX special. By Merve Özcangaz The KNX National Group As the number of KNX Members (manufacturers), Partners (certified installers) and Training Centres rapidly grows in a country or region, it makes sense to coordinate things locally through a national group. A KNX National Group […]