Hörmann Offers KNX Control with Fourth Generation Garage Door Operator
The fourth generation of Hörmann garage door operators is equipped with an integrated communication interface (HCP bus) as standard, allowing the garage door operation to be connected to various home automation systems. Forming the interface to the KNX installation, the KNX gateway enables users to control the garage door from KNX and query the status […]
Voltus Offers eVoKNX Blind Actuator PRO
The eVoKNX blind actuator PRO is the perfect combination between a high performance 4-channel blind actuator and a 8-fold binary input. Voltus has set a new benchmark with its unique technology for the automatic runtime measurement per channel and well engineered ventilation, lock and state functions. The binary inputs are able to be used for […]
Elsner Presents the Windancer KNX Weather Station for Smart Shading
The Windancer KNX weather station by Elsner Elektronik provides the most important weather and outdoor data for a building automated with KNX. And not only that: the Windancer KNX-GPS model also controls the sun protection on up to 8 façades at the same time. Perfect for the private Smart Home, but also for an apartment […]
Gira Introduces New Range of KNX Flush-Mounted Actuators
Compact powerhouses Gira has launched a new range of three KNX flush-mounted actuators: 1-gang switching actuator, 2-gang/1-gang switching/blind actuator and 1-gang dimming actuator. The dimming actuator supports LED loads of up to 200 W, while the switching actuator and the switching/blind actuator can be loaded with up to 16 A, depending on the type of load used. […]
Energy Efficiency: controlling window coverings intelligently using KNX
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 provide privacy or to block light. When we block the passage of sunlight we also […]
Gira System 3000 Offers Lighting and Blind Control
Gira, one of the world’s leading full-range suppliers for intelligent building design and management elevate your comfort levels with a highly intuitive control system, which manages your interior lighting, heating and blinds in-one – Gira System 3000 Increasing comfort and efficiency is at the heart of any smart home, with multi-functional technology making life even […]
Elausys Offers Modular Universal KNX Actuator System
The Universal KNX Actuator System is a fully modular actuator system where extension modules can be plugged-in to extend the number of channels as needed. Up to 72 channels can be combined for switching, shutter or blind, heating, dimming, analog 0-10V or LED drivers with various size and power. Modular & Extensible The Universal KNX […]
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 […]
Working from Home: bringing the home office up to standard using KNX
With so many more people working from home thanks to the pandemic, Simon Buddle discusses how KNX can be used to facilitate a safe and healthy environment. In spare bedrooms across the world, people have set up their temporary offices. The neighbour across the road has become the nearest thing I have to a work […]
ABB i-bus KNX Building Control System Provides Expected Energy Savings of 15% to NDB Bank Headquarters
ABB has supported the construction of the New Development Bank (NDB) Headquarters in Shanghai by installing an intelligent and integrated building controls system to manage indoor lighting, electric curtains and windows that involve more than 8,000 control circuits. Energy savings of more than 15 percent compared to conventional systems can be expected. Covering an area […]