Profile: Rafal Borek, Home of Technologies

By Yasmin Hashmi, KNXtoday. Rafal Borek is the director of Home of Technologies (HoT), a value-added distributor of electrical and engineering components with a focus on building and home automation. He is a KNX and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) solutions expert and head teacher at the HoT training centre, and his main focus is to […]

HDL Launches New FCHC Actuator for KNX HVAC Installations

The Future of FCU Control HDL has just announced the launch of its new KNX FCU controller, the HDL FCHC Actuator. Bringing KNX users a powerful control solution for air conditioners, fans, compressors, and underfloor heating, the HDL KNX FCHC Actuator supports up to seven digital temperature sensors, while utilising unique active and passive control […]

GEZE Demos the Networking of Automated Window Systems at ISH 2017

Automated doors and windows in building automation – GEZE innovative system solutions complete ‘Smart Buildings’ Heating, air-conditioning, lighting and shading aren’t everything when it comes to smart buildings! GEZE is complementing traditional technologies in building automation with new innovative solutions, since a building is truly ‘smart’ only if automated doors and windows are integrated. GEZE […]

Siemens Shows New KNX Components for Desigo Room Automation Applications at ISH 2017

ISH 2017, Frankfurt, Germany, March 14–18, 2017, Hall 10.2, Booth C55 Intuitive operation and increased flexibility for Desigo building management system -Desigo Control Point for graphical operation of HVAC plants -Room pressure and fume hood control for laboratories and clean rooms -More flexible scope of use thanks to new hardware components The Siemens Building Technologies […]

Theben Offers VARIA 826 S WH KNX Multi-Functional Display with Room Thermostat

Ideally suited to modern decor, Theben offers the elegant VARIA multifunction display and control unit in flat glass design in a flush-mounted socket. All room functions such as heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting and sun protection are easily controlled and operated using VARIA. Up to seven pages can be displayed and, if necessary, adapted to […]

GEZE Launches New BACnet and KNX System Solutions Designed Specially for Façade Installation

At the BAU trade fair 2017, GEZE presented new, innovative products and system solutions that turn buildings into Smart Buildings. GEZE introduced complete door and window systems as ‘smart solutions’. They improve the comfort, security and energy efficiency of our work and home environments. The highlights of the trade fair presentation included an innovative building […]

KNX Association Showcases the Latest HVAC Solutions at ISH 2017

The importance of KNX HVAC solutions is growing. This can be witnessed at the biggest fair for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning in Europe, the ISH fair. From 14th till 18th of March KNX will be present with bigger booth space compared to the previous editions. Needless to say that booth’S focus is on the KNX […]

Basalte Presents New Deseo HVAC Control Panel with KNX Integration at ISE 2017

Deseo combines elegant design with intuitive functions At ISE 2017, Basalte announces a new version of its Deseo controller for easy HVAC controls. Deseo integrates with KNX, the international standard for home automation. Since 2008, Basalte designs and develops products for high-end residential projects worldwide, including its popular Deseo line of touch-sensitive switches. Handmade in […]

ABB Presents the New Busch-Presence Detector Corridor KNX at ISE 2017

KNX Association Stand 9-F170, ISE 2017 The new Busch-Presence detector Corridor KNX is especially designed for use in hallways and long corridors. The detector reaches a detection range of up to 30 metres. This single device covers areas, which previously required several detectors to be used. Its extra-flat design blends seamlessly into the existing room […]