SMART BUILDINGS
PM2.5 sensor enhances air quality
management An optional PM2.5 sensor is now available for RELIABLE
Sensing solution will optimise lighting systems
Now available from HELVAR is Helvar Senses, an advanced environmental sensing solution integrated into lighting controls. This product aims to optimise building performance, sustainability and occupant wellbeing by incorporating smart environmental sensing capabilities, such as monitoring air quality, temperature, humidity and noise levels. Helvar Senses uses existing lighting
systems, which already function as dense sensor networks, to provide actionable data that enhances overall
building performance. By integrating environmental sensing into the lighting infrastructure, it simplifies management and maintenance compared to deploying standalone sensors. This unified system allows building operators to make informed decisions based on correlated data about occupancy and environmental conditions, leading to energy savings and reduced carbon emissions. The solution also supports sustainability goals and complies with evolving building standards like BREEAM, WELL and LEED. By providing real-time data, Helvar Senses helps minimise the performance gap between predicted and actual energy usage, enabling operators to optimise energy consumption according to real conditions. ▄
www.helvar.com
Next-generation connected controllers for enhanced building management
DISTECH CONTROLS has launched the next generation of its Eclypse Connected Controllers, expanding its platform with the 400 series and 600
equipment applications, while the 400 series is suited for medium-sized systems like air handling units and chillers. Both series support multiple mounting options and a range of communication protocols, including BACnet and Modbus, facilitating easy integration into existing systems. Key features include
programmable capabilities, enhanced connectivity through Atrius Facilities, and options for both embedded LCD displays and models with a broader temperature range. These controllers target system
series, designed for efficient building management by enabling advanced control of HVAC and other systems in commercial and industrial applications. These controllers enhance installation flexibility and focus on resource optimisation and interoperability. The Eclypse 600 series caters to large
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integrators and developers, suiting them for new constructions and retrofits across various sectors, including commercial, educational, hospitality, and healthcare facilities, thereby providing a versatile, future-ready solution for intelligent building management. ▄
www.distech-controls.com
All-in-one smart home hub for seamless automation and
communication OneTouch is the name of a versatile touch panel from ABB designed to centralise smart home automation and door communication systems. This device acts as a hub for ABB-Welcome door communication, ABB-free@home wireless devices, and other Matter- enabled devices, allowing users to manage multiple functions from a single interface. OneTouch provides control over a
variety of home functions, including door answering, lighting, blinds, temperature, and music, all accessible through a single mobile app. Its compatibility with Matter ensures interoperability with platforms like Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings, facilitating easier setup and integration into existing smart home ecosystems. The panel features dual-band Wi-Fi
sensor for climate control. ▄
www.abb.com
support (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz) and works with the Welcome 2-wire and soon-to- be-released ABB-Welcome IP systems. With a slim profile of just 10mm when flush mounted, OneTouch is available in classic white and black, and showcases ABB’s new user interface for improved usability. It also includes a built-in temperature
CONTROLS’ SMART-Sensor, SMART- Sensor EPD and MACH-ProView devices, to enhance indoor air quality (IAQ) management in buildings. This sensor uses laser scattering technology to provide precise measurements of fine particulate matter, specifically PM2.5 particles, which are 2.5 microns or smaller.
The PM2.5 sensor allows for simultaneous monitoring of indoor and outdoor air quality, enabling building owners and managers to assess the effectiveness of their HVAC filtration systems, determine when filters need replacement and implement air circulation strategies. This addition complements existing carbon dioxide and volatile organic compound sensors, offering a comprehensive solution for
maintaining IAQ. The sensor is based on the Sensirion SPS30, known for its accuracy in detecting dust and other particulate matter. Given that PM2.5 particles can penetrate deep into the respiratory system and pose health risks, the integration of this technology aids in balancing occupant health, comfort and energy consumption within buildings. Backed by a five-year warranty, the
IAQ sensing devices are said to be ideal for a variety of applications in the built environment, empowering facility managers to save energy, optimise comfort levels and improve indoor air quality. ▄
www.reliablecontrols.com/iaq
EIBI | SEPTEMBER 2024
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