Ekinex Introduces Delégo for Complete Building Control Ensuring Safety, Wellness and Comfort
Many functions, one solution A system that allows you to manage all the technology of a property in a simple and intuitive way. Manage the lighting, control the climate, create a scenario, monitor safety and consumption: these are just some of the functions managed by Delégo. The system offers the possibility to realize scenarios, logical […]
View from America: reducing our energy consumption via demand-side management
By Philip R. Juneau. I write this article just as the results of the election are coming in here in the USA, and have decided to focus on demand-side management (DSM), i.e., the monitoring and controlling of our energy consumption, especially regarding our building infrastructure. During the election, discussions regarding the phasing out or elimination […]
Gira Offers New KNX Presence Detector Mini in Standard and Komfort Versions
Featuring a subtle design and a flat profile, the new Gira KNX presence detector Mini is a good choice for properties with high architectural demands. It detects even the smallest movements in the room and enables automatic control of various functions in the KNX system on the basis of presence. For example lighting, heating, or […]
ABB Offers Tenton 3-in-1 KNX Room Control Device
The right sensor saves energy, costs and time with three-in-one functionality When it comes to building automation, achieving energy saving and cost reduction without sacrificing design depends heavily on the functionality and flexibility of products. Modern building automation is an important component and a must have for operating private or commercial property efficiently and sustainably. […]
Weinzierl Presents New Solutions at KNXperience
Weinzierl – all over the world. That was a message from 2019 with trade fair dates in Singapore, Moscow and Dubai. Unfortunately, after the ISE 2020 in February in Amsterdam, none of the fairs we had planned could take place. This pushes the importance of digital ways to reach our customers and partners immensely. Therefore […]
KNX Professionals: documentation sets us apart from the trunk slammers
By Simon Buddle, Future Ready Homes. ‘Trunk slammers’ is the term used by custom installers in the USA to denote a person or company who provides a simple, cheap in-and-out service with little to no design, programming or any other paperwork for that matter. They usually compete on price and swiftness of service. They are […]
Programming Tips: keeping KNX push buttons in sync with the controlled circuit
By Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg. When controlling lights individually with KNX, a common complaint is that the buttons don’t correctly show the status of the lights and require two presses to operate. This is caused by not setting up the feedback status correctly. Looking at each of the group addresses below, namely 1/0/1, 1/0/11 and 1/0/15, […]
DINUY Launches New Detectors for UV Light Control
-Detectors that turn UV Light OFF when they detect movement in the room. -New functionality, automatic timed switch on of UV Lamps. DINUY launches two new references to the family of Motion Detectors, DM TEC IV1 and DM TEC IV8. These products have been developed as a result of COVID 19. They are products that […]
View from America: strategies for a safer and more humane built environment
By Philip R. Juneau. Thanks to COVID-19, we are experiencing change in so many ways, which has left us feeling uneasy, to say the least. As we very cautiously enter back into social and business environments, we are not sure what our future interactions will be like. With so much information being thrown our way, […]
Future-proofing: beware of smart home products with a limited lifespan
By Paul Foulkes, Theben and KNX UK. Not having to worry whether your technology is functioning as it should, whether it be your car starting, the fridge running or the boiler supplying heat and hot water, engenders a sense of security. If these functions are interrupted or fail to happen, the consequences can be challenging, […]