Simon Buddle explains that with a little critical thinking at the design stage, the impact of an Internet outage can be minimised when other platforms fail. Much has been said about the 4th utility – indeed access to the Internet … [READ MORE]
KNX professionals Andy Ellis and Julio Díaz García point out the pitfalls of an unsecure system, and how to avoid them by investing in basic IT skills. If your KNX system is connected to the outside world, are you sure … [READ MORE]
Mark Warburton explains the basics of KNX Secure and gives a step-by-step explanation of how to configure KNX Secure systems in ETS. There are a lot of things that make KNX stand out against other systems – the key one … [READ MORE]
Thomas Weinzierl explains the evolution of KNX Secure, why it is needed, what it comprises, how it works, how it can be applied and what it means for those making KNX products. Communication and data processing are hardly conceivable today … [READ MORE]
Mark Warburton gives some great practical advice on how to secure legacy and future KNX systems, with examples of products offering a range of security features and tips on how to take advantage of them. After years of warning of … [READ MORE]
In this exclusive interview with KNXtoday, KNX Association Tools Team Leader, Vassilios Lourdas, explains how this major new release, ETS6, came about, what its main strengths are and what it means for the future. Why did you develop ETS6 and … [READ MORE]
Simon Buddle suggests that KNX professionals take into account engineering, aesthetics and business considerations when choosing a product set. As a child, I would spend many a Saturday night home alone. My grandad would pop down to the pub for … [READ MORE]
Andy Ellis looks at the variables involved in designing a heating system using weather compensation for maximum comfort and efficiency. It seems that the weather is becoming less predictable. In recent years, the number of days at sub-zero temperatures which … [READ MORE]
As more of us are faced with extreme weather events, Simon Buddle looks at ways in which KNX professionals can best prepare for emergency call-outs. How was your summer? For most, I suspect it was a bit of a damp … [READ MORE]
According to the UN Environment Programme, buildings use about 40% of global energy, so Andy Ellis looks at how controlling window coverings intelligently can help make buildings more energy efficient. The reason for covering a window opening is either to … [READ MORE]
