System Design: recognising the value of error messages on the KNX bus
Whether it’s fair or not, the KNX systems integrator is always considered the middleperson when it comes to faults. Simon Buddle explains the value of harvesting error messages that might appear on the KNX bus, and outlines some strategies for turning them to your advantage. How is everybody? Is it just about time to put […]
Tutorial: KNX setting the scene
Andy Ellis gives practical advice on the different options for storing KNX scenes in view of system robustness, how they will be used, and how they can be adapted. The KNX system offers unrivalled versatility in its ability to set and activate scenes, but unlike many other lighting controllers, KNX is not based around scene […]
Energy Management: the MAC1010 floating sustainability project
When the opportunity arose to purchase one of only two existing ex-naval barges, Luke Newland saw it as a chance to showcase his company’s most innovative energy management solutions. Climate change, rising energy costs and changes to building regulations are key issues that have brought sustainability to the forefront of the conversations we are having […]
Show Preview: Light + Building 2022 – a spectacular show for KNX
After four long years, Light + Building will open its doors at the Frankfurt Messe, from 2-6 October 2022. Yasmin Hashmi previews what will be the biggest event for KNX this year. Light + Building is the world’s leading tradeshow for lighting, electrical engineering, home and building automation and connected safety and security technology. It […]
Energy Management with KNX: Part 1 – measuring and monitoring
In Part 1 of this two-part series, Yasmin Hashmi asks KNX members for their views on the challenges facing the KNX community in making buildings more energy efficient, and what solutions their companies are bringing to the table in terms of measuring and monitoring. In light of climate change, increasing energy insecurity, and the fact […]
Energy Management with KNX: Part 2 – connectivity and the IoT
In Part 2 of this two-part series, Yasmin Hashmi asks KNX members for their views on the wider challenges facing the industry, and what solutions they are bringing to the table in terms of connectivity. The climate emergency is real, and there is no time to lose. Saving energy through installing a PV system and […]
Reliability: the value of diagnostics for KNX installations
Not much can go wrong with a KNX installation, but if an electrical fault does develop, Simon Buddle explains why it makes sense to have the right diagnostic tools in order to save time and money. During the summer of 1987 I purchased, what turned out to be, the one and only car I would […]
Saving the Planet: KNX is the ideal choice for energy management
Joost Demarest discusses why, through a rich variety of products, integration with power generation, storage and delivery systems, and compliance with the EN50491-12-2 standard, KNX is the ideal choice for managing energy in buildings. Stating that the world has dramatically changed over the last three years would hardly be a surprise to anyone. Supply shortages […]
Show Report: KNX at ISE 2022 in Barcelona
Yasmin Hashmi presents some of the KNX highlights of the first full Integrated Systems Europe show since 2020. As the first full ISE show since February 2020, ISE 2022 took place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía on 10-13 May and was hailed a success by the show organisers and the Presenting Show Partner, […]
Business: KNX Association welcomes startups with KNX Startup Incubator
Jesus Arias explains how the KNX Association’s KNX Startup Incubator programme provides resources and visibility to innovative companies committed to developing KNX IoT-based solutions. The KNX Association is committed to spreading KNX technology far and wide, which is why we started the KNX Startup Incubator in 2021. The release of the KNX IoT specifications, which […]