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Lighting the way at Gateway 14: DALI-2 controls support Innovation Centre
A new £18.8m Skills and Innovation Centre in Suffolk has incorporated a DALI-2 lighting control system.
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he three-storey development forms part of Gateway 14, a business, innovation and logistics park with facilities including office space for high- growth start-ups, collaboration areas, meeting rooms, training facilities and a café. Designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, the 35,000sq ft building incorporates a range of measures intended to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational demand. Lighting controls throughout the building were delivered using a DALI-2 solution from B.E.G. - incorporating occupancy detection, daylight harvesting, emergency lighting testing and energy monitoring.
For the main contractor, Fusion360 Group, the project represented its first B.E.G. installation using a DALI-2 lighting control system. Mohamed Abosharaf, head of engineering UK&I at B.E.G., said: “A DALI-2 system provided the ability to control lighting according to occupancy, available daylight and building requirements, rather than relying on
fixed lighting operation. By integrating occupancy detection, daylight harvesting and monitoring functions, the system helps reduce unnecessary energy use while providing the facilities team with better visibility of lighting performance. This is particularly important in a building designed to support businesses and training activities, where different areas will have different patterns of use.” The installed DALI-2 network was set up to ensure there was centralised lighting control across the building, with integration into the Building Management System (BMS).
Occupancy detection then adjusts lighting operation based on whether spaces are in use, while daylight harvesting is designed to automatically respond to changes in natural light levels. The system also includes automated emergency lighting testing and reporting. Abosharaf added: “At Gateway 14, the objective was to deliver a lighting system that was appropriate for a modern commercial building - one that could respond to how spaces are used,
support energy management and provide reliable information for those responsible for operating the facility.”
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More than just a door intercom DoorBird launches its new D22x series for modern building requirements.
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odern buildings are placing ever- increasing demands on door communication systems.
With the new D22x series, DoorBird introduces a new generation of IP video door intercoms. Developed based on specific customer requirements, the series combines cutting-edge technology, exceptional flexibility, premium design and Made in Germany quality. As part of the Assa Abloy Group, the global leader in access solutions, DoorBird combines innovative IP-based door communication with extensive expertise in modern building security.
The D22x series comprises more than 30 models, all of which feature a 5 MP HDR camera with a Sony image sensor and a 180° ultra-wide- angle lens, providing excellent visibility of the entrance area even under challenging lighting conditions. Video transmission is available in HD quality via the local network or through DoorBird
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Cloud Pro. Outstanding audio performance ensures clear and intelligible communication between visitors and residents, even in demanding environments.
Depending on the model, a variety of authentication methods are available, including the app, dual-frequency RFID, Bluetooth, PIN code, QR code, and fingerprint recognition. The security concept is further enhanced by a radar-based 4D motion sensor and an integrated tamper sensor. With the D22x series, DoorBird also simplifies installation. Thanks to the integrated power output for electric door openers, many installations no longer require a separate power supply for the door release mechanism. This reduces cabling complexity, saves installation time and lowers overall system costs.
More than 50 finishes and color options allow seamless integration into a wide variety of architectural concepts.
“Modern buildings require solutions that can adapt flexibly while remaining easy to integrate,” says Sascha Keller, founder and CEO of DoorBird. “With the D22x series, we provide a future- proof platform that combines powerful door communication, flexible access solutions, and sophisticated design Made in Germany.”
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