LUKA Energy Manager wins KNX Hackathon
Luc Vercruyssen, industrial engineer and Director of CDI-Projects, explains how the consumption of self-generated power in a home can typically be increased to 90% using a KNX installation controlled by the LUKA Energy Manager, and that’s before even further savings through dynamic tariffs are taken into account. We can show that when using a PV system, […]
Siemens study finds fewer than 50% of organisations expect to meet decarbonisation targets by 2030
Siemens launches study of 1,400 executives globally revealing regional, city and industry insights regarding the infrastructure transition across energy systems, mobility and buildings Decarbonisation is a top priority within the infrastructure transition, but progress is too slow Over 50% of executives believe decarbonisation is a competitive advantage, but less than half believe their country has […]
Countdown to ISE 2024 begins as registration opens
Excitement is building for the world’s leading AV and systems integration exhibition, which celebrates 20 years of innovation in Barcelona 30 Jan – 2 Feb. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the pinnacle of the pro AV and systems integration industry, has announced that visitor registration is now open for ISE 2024. International industry professionals, AV technology […]
Inavation Awards invites you to enter the 2024 Smart Buildings Award – deadline 31st October
The Inavation Awards, the professional audio-visual (AV) integration industry’s awards programme, is calling for entries into a dedicated Smart Building Project category. The entry deadline is October 31, 2023. Working with KNX, the Inavation Awards has announced the 2024 Smart Building Award will highlight outstanding examples of how advanced, automated and intelligent building systems have […]
Show Report: Iran Home Tech and Smart Building Award
Roozbeh Bita talks about the success of the first event in Iran to be dedicated to the smart home and building sector which included presentations, workshops and the Smart Building Award. The Iran Home Tech event took place 3-4 September 2023 at the Rayzan International Exhibition Centre, located north of Tehran. It included an exhibition […]
Retrofitting KNX: how radio frequency technology offers a reliable and flexible solution
Simon Buddle looks at various KNX RF products and how they make it simple to retrofit KNX where no cables can go. Since my very first job, the electromagnetic spectrum has always been part of my working life. That first job, a paper round, like so many children of the seventies, represented that first step […]
KNX RF Multi: the next generation KNX RF standard
Jens Kamenik explains the evolution of KNX RF into KNX RF Multi, what products are available and how they are typically used. Traditional KNX installations have relied on twisted-pair (TP) cable for communication with KNX devices and powering them. This method is simple, reliable and robust. There are, however, situations where no cable, or at […]
Market Data: what end-customers are looking for in a smart home with KNX
Yasmin Hashmi looks at data collected by KNX Association about what the priorities of end customers are. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the market is an important part of any trade association’s activities, so it’s good to know that KNX Association has been doing just that. Via its KNX Planning Guide online tool […]
Theben empowers electricians with LUXORliving solution and theBUDDY partner scheme
The smart home industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, captivating homeowners with the promise of enhanced comfort, reduced energy costs, and unprecedented flexibility. Industry giants such as Google, Nest, and Ring have paved the way with innovative products, illuminating the potential of technology in transforming living spaces. However, the time has come for […]
KNX National Group USA celebrates a successful presence at CEDIA Expo 2023
KNX National Group USA, a prominent player in the home technology industry, is delighted to share the resounding success of its participation in the CEDIA Expo 2023. The CEDIA Expo, dedicated to showcasing innovations in smart homes and custom installations, served as an outstanding platform for industry professionals, home automation experts, installers, designers, technology enthusiasts, […]