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Smart Lighting for Energy Efficiency

How to save energy and receive a quick payback BY DAWN MORRISON, Graybar Canada It seems like everything is increasing in price these days, especially when it comes to energy. Electricity often has a very large impact on the bottom line, particularly when it comes to industrial facilities and...

Lighting and Controls

Beyond Basic Sensors in Smart Lighting

In the realm of building automation, lighting control has evolved from basic on/off functionality to sophisticated systems capable of responding to detailed environmental and occupancy changes. Advanced sensors play a pivotal role in this evolution, enabling smarter, more energy-efficient, and...

Life Safety & Security Systems

Automated Emergency Response Systems in Building Automation

Automated Emergency Response Systems (AERS) in building automation are designed to enhance the safety and security of occupants and assets during emergencies. These systems integrate with communication platforms and coordinate with first responders, facilitating immediate and effective responses to...

HVAC Systems

Balancing Investment vs. Savings in BAS for HVAC Systems

Building automation systems (BAS) offer the tantalizing promise of streamlined HVAC operations, increased energy efficiency, and enhanced occupant comfort. However, the upfront investment involved can lead to hesitation among building owners and facility managers. Determining whether the long-term...

HVAC Systems

Protecting HVAC Systems within a Building Automation Network

In modern buildings, the HVAC system is rarely an isolated entity. Building automation systems (BAS) integrate HVAC components with an array of sensors, controllers, and a central management platform — all connected through networks. This interconnectivity provides significant benefits in...

Communications & Networking

Cutting the Cord: Exploring Wireless Communication Protocols for BAS

Building Automation Systems (BAS) play a crucial role in modern buildings, enabling centralized control and automation of various functions like lighting, HVAC, and security. Traditionally, BAS relied on wired networks for communication between building automation devices and the central control...

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Commercial Buildings and the Smart Grid

For utilities, generating additional capacity is neither a quick nor a simple proposition. Strategies that help monitor and control power demand are essential to ensuring a robust power supply, and the Smart Grid represents the best opportunity to control the demand for additional capacity.

The Smart Grid refers to the modernization of the electricity supply system. It enables electricity suppliers and consumers to work together to monitor, protect, and automatically optimize the operation of the...

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