Troubleshooting: KNX lights up the way
Simon Buddle explains why the diagnostic capabilities of KNX devices make fault finding so much easier. As part of my day-to-day world, I interact with managing agents for properties. They, by and large, need solutions to any manner of issues that tenants may have. These range from simple broken keypads to more complex heating or […]
Interview: master electrician Yvonne Brunck on lighting the way for women in the trades
In this interview with Katie Rose, master electrician Yvonne Brunck shares her enthusiasm for the electrical installation trade and for getting more women involved. KNXtoday: Tell us about your journey to becoming Head of Electrical Engineering at the Frankfurt Electrical Guild. YB: I founded the company Brunck Elektrotechnik, based in Frankfurt am Main, on 1 […]
The KNX Security Check: a must for systems allowing remote access
Michael Critchfield explains why remote access is desirable, what the pitfalls can be, and how to ensure it is secure. KNX Secure, including both IP Secure and Data Secure, readied the KNX Standard for greater expectations and regulations on cyber security. KNX Secure supports the most secure encryption standards according to ISO 18033-3, such as […]
Show Report: KNX shines at ISE 2025 with innovation, interoperability, and industry engagement
Sara Fan summarises KNX Association’s presence at ISE 2025. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) is the premier event for the AV and systems integration industry. This year’s show took place 4 – 7 February 2025 at the Fira de Barcelona. It hosted 1605 exhibitors and welcomed 85,351 unique verified visitors from 168 countries, marking a 15.5% increase […]
Women’s Voices Matter: Christina Geier on shaping a more inclusive future
In this interview with Katie Rose, Christina Geier, Product Marketing Manager at Busch-Jaeger/ABB, reflects on creating an environment where women are seen and heard. KNXtoday: Briefly, tell us your background and how you came to be in your current role with Busch Jaeger/ABB. CG: I started my journey with Busch-Jaeger/ABB in 2013 via an internship […]
ETS6.3.0: changes to opening an existing project, looking at devices in a project and manual filter table editing
Michael Critchfield gives us a closer look at some of the changes introduced in ETS6.3.0, including changes to opening an existing project, looking at devices in a project, and alternatives to manual filter table editing. ETS6.3.0 is here and comes with many improvements. Last month we looked at changes to signing in, licensing, and creating […]
Happy New Year: the future looks bright with KNX
Simon Buddle takes stock of the amazing technology so many of us now take for granted, and makes the case for why KNX will continue to be the only choice for home control. Well, that’s another year flown by. As I sit here in this idyllic cottage on the North Devon coast, storm winds battering […]
The Pioneers: TAPKO Technologies reflects on 25 years of KNX
Dipl. Ing. Klaus Adler and Dipl. Ing. Petar Tomić take a look at TAPKO’s history and its role in the development of KNX. TAPKO Technologies, based in the southern German city of Regensburg, has been a trailblazer in the field of building automation for 25 years. Founded in 1999 by engineers Klaus Adler and Petar […]
ETS6.3.0: changes to signing in, licensing, and creating a new project
Michael Critchfield gives us a closer look at some of the changes introduced in ETS6.3.0, including signing in, licensing, and creating a new project. ETS6.3.0 is here. In addition to the many improvements and bug fixes, it comes with plenty of new features and also some changes. So, what are those new features, and what […]
KNX and Matter: whatever the customer wants
Simon Buddle takes a look at Matter and how it can be integrated with KNX to offer a solution for any piece of smart technology a client might desire. I’ve got a few bits of smart home stuff in the house; not much, just thermostats, smoke alarms, lights and speakers. They provide all the functionality […]