Smart Homes, Buildings and Cities: there can be no energy transition without KNX
Yasmin Hashmi provides highlights from the ‘Smart Energy Management with KNX’ panel discussion at the recent Smart Energy Summit, which discusses the importance of KNX in transition from fossil fuel to zero carbon. Managing energy flows in a building has been an area of interest for KNX since its inception. It soon expanded its focus […]
Backboxes: an overlooked detail that can be costly to change
Simon Buddle explains why changing the humble back box post-installation can add complications to a project, and provides some useful tips on what to specify in the first place and how to avoid unexpected costs. There are always little things in life that seem to punch above their weight. Small items that should not be […]
Energy Management: taking control of your boiler with KNX
Andy Ellis looks at practical ways to integrate the domestic boiler with a KNX system using OpenTherm and other interfaces, and discusses the benefits of providing intelligent control of heating and hot water. Those familiar with KNX will be aware of the extent and flexibility of control offered by the numerous manufacturers of KNX components. […]
Tricks of the Trade: best practices for KNX group address structures
Michael Bendtsen outlines the different types of KNX group address structures and the best practices to be used when designing, planning and configuring KNX system installations. In order to be an efficient KNX programmer and to make KNX projects run smoothly from start to finish, you need to think about how you are going to […]
Project Planning: avoiding design disconnects
Simon Buddle explains why it is important for the KNX systems integrator to be involved in a project at an early stage in order to avoid detrimental deviation from the original design, and ensure a happy customer. Our buying transactions are typically a one-to-one discussion and agreement. From clothes to cars, we research and create […]
Show Report: KNX takes centre stage at ISE 2021
Yasmin Hashmi reports on the recent ISE show, with summaries of KNX and other useful presentations, and links to the online videos. ISE is the largest professional AV show in the world, and this year moved to Barcelona, where an ambitious hybrid event took place comprising an in-person show in conjunction with the ISE Digital […]
KNX in Africa: pioneers make progress with first KNX Member
With KNX now present on all continents, the stage is set for a smarter world. Yasmin Hashmi gives a tase of how KNX is progressing in Africa, and how the market is developing quickly. Africa. What a continent. So diverse. So full of potential. So ready for KNX! According to the World Bank, with the […]
Independent Living: KNX meets assistive technology
Andy Ellis looks at how standard KNX technology can be used to help elderly and disabled people have control over their environments, and gives some great practical examples of installations using assistive technology. Assistive technology can help people stay independent and perform tasks that they had previously found difficult or impossible for various reasons. These […]
Energy Management: integrating EVs with KNX for intelligent charging
Casto Cañavate looks at the growth of the electric vehicle market and how it makes sense to integrate charging within a KNX energy management system at home or at work. In recent years we have seen a dramatic change in the automotive sector. Whilst consumers are opting to buy the more sustainable electric vehicle (EV), […]
Preparing for 2025: replacing gas and oil boilers with low-carbon systems
Simon Buddle looks at the demands of new green legislation on future heating systems, and how plumbers are now faced with having to replace tried-and-tested technology with more challenging alternatives. There are plenty of grumpy old people in the world. Each day brings about a new reason; like when did youngsters become quite so annoying, […]