How to Solve it: Integrating KNX Systems with other Standard Technologies to Solve Complex Projects using the NETxAutomation BMS Server
By Julio Díaz García, Sapienx Automation. The Problem Using the KNX standard allows us to design effective and comprehensive automation solutions for many different types of project. On many occasions however, due to size and/or complexity, certain parts of a project may have been implemented using other technologies. We then have to integrate these into […]
Trade Talk: Be Prepared for a Little Bit of DIY
By Simon Buddle, Future Ready Homes. With the seasonal holidays comes time for a little DIY. The outside tap pipe needs to be lagged, and there’s wood to be chopped for the fire. Then there is the shaver socket in the bathroom that needs to be rewired – the previous owners of the flat thought […]
Back to Basics: The Simplicity of KNX in a Complex Environment
By Charlotte Blissett-Griffiths, Ivory Egg (UK) Ltd. With KNX celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, there has been a lot of information extolling not only the success that KNX has had, but also the amazing statistics that go with the system. The image that this creates is that KNX is an extremely powerful and versatile […]
Tecalor Offers KNX Integration with the Internet Service Gateway for its Heat Pumps
Tecalor heat pumps can now be easily integrated into a KNX building management system. This is made possible by the Internet Service Gateway (ISG). It is simply a matter of loading a software extension – an official KNX product. By linking the ISG to the Tecalor Portal, the ISG can be remotely equipped with the […]
Viatron Adds KNX Integration to its Autrix Music Distribution System
With just one app all the important functions in the house are under control: this is the future. Viatron extends its central music distribution Autrix to include building control – seamlessly integrated in the KNX system. Choose your favorite song and visualise and control lights, blinds and heating at the same time – conveniently from […]
Siemens Offers More Automation with Logo! and the KNX Building System Bus
• The latest Logo! 8 logic module series can be integrated in KNX installations • The Logo! communication module CMK2000 connects Logo! 8 to KNX • For automation solutions from lighting to access control The Logo! communications module CMK2000 enables the latest Logo! 8 logic module series from Siemens to be integrated into the KNX […]
Case Study: Northumbria Specialist Care Hospital Pushes KNX into the IoT
By Chris Topham, Abtec Building Technologies. The Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital is England’s first 24/7 emergency care hospital. Modern approaches to care have been reflected in the hospital’s design with most of the beds in single en-suite rooms. That modern approach extends to the building’s environment and lighting controls – behind the scenes the […]
Eelectron Announces IC00P01DAL KNX/DALI Gateway
The DALI Gateway forms the interface between a KNX installation and a digital DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) lighting system. The DALI Gateway allows the switching and dimming of a maximum of 64 lights with a DALI operating device (e.g. electronic ballast). Up to 6 different addressing types of the DALI Gateway allow group-orientated and […]
Case Study: JewelBox – a Sustainable KNX Villa in Switzerland
By Philippe Donnet, Défi Technique. The JewelBox Villa is located in the Geneva Lake region of Switzerland. The homeowner, who was also the main concept architect for the project, wanted to create the most eco-friendly and technologically-advanced house in Switzerland, but without having everything on show. The JewelBox was designed to use active and passive […]
IMP Introduces Latest KNX Products from Vimar
IMP is proud to introduce the latest KNX products released from Vimar SpA, the Italian producer of decorative wiring devices, automation products and KNX certified devices. The new products have been developed to embrace modern project demands and to further enhance Vimar’s extensive KNX product lines and technology. Furthermore, complimented by the Eikon 4D luxury […]