Opportunities: Why KNX can Assist with Independent Living
By Paul Foulkes, Wago. Using technology to help people maintain their independence is a hot topic, and next March we see an event at the Birmingham NEC dedicated entirely to the subject. Smart Home for Independent Living will be running alongside Naidex , Europe’s largest event for the disability sector. Smart home technology for assisted […]
Overview: Why the Use of KNX RF is Growing
By Jesus Arias, KNX Association The green KNX bus cable has been, for more than 25 years, the reference in home and building control. This physical support for bus signals, elevated to an iconic component thanks to the devoted work of thousands of system integrators, is undoubtedly the dominant communication medium in the portfolio of […]
ABB Unveils Connected Solutions for Smarter Homes at IFA 2018
At IFA 2018, the world’s most important trade fair for consumer and home electronics, ABB showcases its latest innovations and bespoke solutions with focus on digitalization, safety and security and interoperability within the smart home sector From August 31 to September 5, in Berlin, Germany, intelligent and connected devices for residential homes, artificial intelligence and […]
ekinex Offers I/O Module for KNX Hotel Applications
The ekinex EK-HO1-TP module allows you to manage all functions of a hotel room: lighting, temperature control, shades and input/output indications. The device is equipped with membrane keys for manual control and status indication LEDs; a pushbutton allows to switch mode from automatic to manual and vice versa. The device integrates a KNX bus communication […]
Gira Adds HVAC Control and More to G1 KNX Central Operating Unit
Many devices in one The Gira G1 has always been a true all-round talent when it comes to building technology control via KNX. The current release, which is the most comprehensive so far, adds a key function for intelligent building control: Control functions for heating, air conditioning and ventilation. As a KNX central operating unit, […]
Hugo Müller Offers EA 36.32 KNX Universal Interface
Hugo Müller offers a new binary interface EA 36.32 KNX, which can be used as a universal interface, e.g. for conventional push buttons. Three independent, integrated binary inputs allow the realisation of multiple applications such as blind control or light control (dimming). One of the inputs can be configured as an input for an external […]
Case Study: KNX the Natural Choice for a Building Dedicated to Sustainability
By Robin Baddley, IBT Controls. The Urban Sciences Building at the University of Newcastle is an exciting KNX project installation that won systems designer and integrator, IBT Controls, the KNX UK 2018 ‘Commercial Installation of the Year’ award for demonstrating the power and flexibility of KNX. Located in the north-east of England, Newcastle University plays […]
Athom Introduces KNX for Homey, the Smart Home Platform
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the fun, power and versatility of Homey. That’s why Homey is equipped with 8 different wireless technologies and has over 400 Homey Apps in its App Store – with device support ranging from cheap socket switches to advanced smart thermostats and Spotify Connect speakers. KNX and Homey […]
Eelectron Announces New Range of KNX Actuators
Eelectron is delighted to announce the extension of its catalogue with a new range of KNX actuators: UNIVERSAL ACTUATOR 16 IN / 16 OUT PLUS (ref. code: IO16F01KNX) UNIVERSAL ACTUATOR 16 OUT PLUS (ref. code: BO16F01KNX) The products include the following features: Outputs – IO16F01KNX / IO16F01KNX – SD | BO16F01KNX / BO16F01KNX – SD […]
iHaus app Connects KNX & IoT
KNX App – Visualization, Controller and Server for iOS & Android The professional hybrid solution for all smart home situations: iHaus is a unique platform to link and control KNX automated devices with all other intelligent IP-based smart home devices, no matter which manufacturer, brand or system they work with. In combination with a JUNG […]