Trade Talk: Using Weather Stations in KNX Systems
By Simon Buddle, Future Ready Homes. There are two topics that are likely to crop up during any conversation being held by people of a certain age. The first is arguably the preserve of the modern-day motorist; how does one get from point A to point B – what with the temporary traffic lights, the […]
Tips: Why use KNX for HVAC in Commercial Buildings?
By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. Would you be surprised if I told you that in most residential projects, less than 1% of the overall capacity of a KNX system is used? For those working with smart homes, it is easy to forget that KNX is one the most successful and accomplished commercial building control solutions. […]
SEWA and Total Automation Showcase KNX Energy Management at UAE Innovation Week 2016
SEWA pavilion showcased unconventional ways to generate power for free and save energy for a bright future In line with the spirit of UAE Innovation Week 2016, the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) pavilion at the Expo Centre Sharjah hosted a number of activities that range from showcasing innovative ways to save electricity to […]
Tips: Types of HVAC for Residential Applications
By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. In the last few weeks, the Arctic circle has recorded temperatures that are 20°c warmer than is normal for this time of year – which is a pretty stark reminder that the climate is changing rapidly. As an industry, we can directly influence how much energy that the projects we […]
Overview: Integrated HVAC for the Home
By Simon Buddle, Future Ready Homes. Having spent way too long in American hotel rooms, I can attest to the fact that, without fail, they always hum to their very own tune. It is the never-ending thrum of the air-conditioning system and those condensers belting out plumes of near-volcanic air. Almost any hotel room I […]
Case Study: Lighting Control for a Zero-energy Building using B.E.G. Presence Detectors
By Christoph Börsch, B.E.G. Sulzer is a family-run business with 40 employees, and is an established provider of technical engineering services such as planning, consulting and construction management. Headed by Harald Sulzer, the company’s goal is to achieve optimal coordination between the technical trades in order to provide a one-stop source. The Brief Having decided […]
Eelectron Launches 4-Channel Universal Dimmer, Presence Detector with Lux Meter and Fan Coil Controller
Eelectron SpA is delighted to introduce the latest additions to its portfolio, namely: the Universal Dimmer 4 Channels x 300 W; the Presence Detector with Lux Meter; and the Fancoil Controller 0-10V. All these products have been released this month. NEW – Universal Dimmer 4 Channels x 300W DM04A01KNX is a KNX universal 4-channel power […]
Elsner Elektronik Offers KNX Carbon Dioxide Sensors
Reducing CO2 in indoor spaces – a good ambient climate improves well-being When measuring and monitoring the ambient climate we usually consider temperature and air humidity. However, our well-being is also influenced by another factor that is often neglected: the level of carbon dioxide in the air. The indoor sensors by Elsner Elektronik are also […]
Case Study: Leicester University Centre for Medicine uses KNX to Reach Passivhaus Standard
By Jon Payne, Entech. The new Centre for Medicine at the University of Leicester is home to the College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology departments. It will replace an existing structure on the same site and has been designed to reduce annual energy bills by 80%. This outstanding project won both Best Commercial Project […]
Tips: How to Select KNX Products
By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. One of the key differences between KNX and other systems is the multitude of manufacturers and the interoperability of the products. This offers major benefits to end users, however, it can be quite a challenge to work out which products to use. As a distributor, we are often asked what […]