SAFETY, SECURITY & SMART HOMES
homeowners better balance comfort and energy effi ciency by responding to real-time conditions rather than relying solely on past behaviour. Research in this area is accelerating.
temperatures, heat loss through windows and the thermal mass of a building all infl uence how a property responds at any given time. This is where AI-driven adaptive heating offers a step change, helping
A recent paper from the University of León in Spain, “Effi cient Heating System Management Through IoT Smart Devices”, explored how intelligent heating systems can use real-time data and predictive analytics to optimise both comfort and energy performance. The study identifi ed energy savings of up to 15%, with IoT-enabled systems delivering measurable reductions in heating demand while maintaining occupant comfort. It also highlighted the potential for machine learning and predictive control to further improve effi ciency through the use of weather forecasting, occupancy data and behavioural modelling. More broadly, emerging research into adaptive comfort suggests that AI-enabled systems are increasingly able to anticipate occupant behaviour, predicting when users are likely to adjust temperatures even before they interact with controls themselves.
WHY HYDRONIC EXPERTISE STILL MATTERS There is currently signifi cant industry discussion around AI, smart homes
and connected living. Yet one important point is sometimes overlooked. Connected heating systems remain fundamentally mechanical and hydronic, and it is this underlying system design that has a direct impact on reliability, energy effi ciency, comfort, and long-term performance. Heat pumps, underfl oor heating, low-temperature systems and multi- zone properties all require intelligent control strategies grounded in real-world hydronic expertise, which is one reason why heating specialists still play such a critical role.
INTEGRATED COMFORT CONTROL Looking ahead, the role of heating controls will continue to expand. The future lies in integrated climate management ecosystems that bring together heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting and energy management into a single intelligent platform. Rather than simply adding smart devices, homeowners will increasingly seek joined-up solutions that reduce energy consumption, improve comfort and simplify the management of heating and cooling across the home.
Tom Sheppard is head of product at IMI Heatmiser
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