Solutions: Is DIY Home Automation Damaging for KNX?
By Sophie Thomas, Ivory Egg. There has been a definite surge in public awareness surrounding home automation recently, thanks to the likes of Nest, Hive, and most recently, Apple HomeKit. No doubt some systems integrators will sigh with a heavy heart each time more so-called ‘smart home’ technology is announced, as they fear the end-user’s […]
Best Practice – Logic Modules on the Bus
By Simon Buddle, KNXtoday. As many small systems integration companies grow, the likelihood is that each year they will add another product or technical capability to their armoury. This gradual growth enables us to navigate successfully through the shark-infested waters of the larger project. Over-stretching a company in resources or technical capabilities, by trying to […]
Technology: KNX over IP – New Solutions for KNX Installations
By Dr. Thomas Weinzierl, Weinzierl Engineering GmbH. While KNX has grown into the most important building automation standard, Ethernet has evolved into a universal communications solution that can also be employed in automation systems. Because of their different system characteristics, KNX and Ethernet complement each other well. The advantage of the KNX bus is that […]
Home of Technologies Creates WAGO PLC and DIVUS KNX/Door Entry Server Solutions for Building Automation Projects
In the very competitive world of automation we are being bombarded by different options and different solutions. There are solutions coming more from the AV world – focusing on software and server solutions (Crestron, Savant), or engineering solutions (KNX Bus, WAGO PLC, Ingenium BUSing) – implementing integration through detailed settings on lighting, heating, alarm control […]
ABB Introduces i-bus KNX/EnOcean Gateway
The new ABB i-bus KNX EnOcean Gateway allows the integration of EnOcean devices in KNX networks. The energy harvesting wireless EnOcean technology is used to integrate self-powered wireless switches, sensors and controls in wired KNX installations. The power supply of the Gateway is realized via KNX connection. No external power supply is needed. The data […]
Jung Demos its Commitment to EEBus Initiative with KNX Interface
Jung demonstrates its openness to future solutions with its commitment to the EEBus e.V initiative. The aim is to create a sustainable, reliable, efficient infrastructure for smart networks by means of a comprehensive, universal, open concept. EEBus sees itself as an interface between in-house communications and the energy suppliers. As a result, it is a […]
Stiebel Eltron Supports Retrofitting a Heating System with KNX IP
The convenience of remote access for customer service KNX is one of the most widely accepted standards worldwide for building automation and control systems. The most diverse functions in a house are combined here and can be visualised and controlled centrally and conveniently via a platform: all electrical equipment, lighting, shading or security systems, for […]
Siemens Introduces the OZW772 Web Server V5 Supporting Synco HVAC and KNX Electrical Systems
Joint access to Synco HVAC and KNX electrical systems Integration of up to 230 KNX communication objects Trend recording with e-mail notification The Siemens Building Technologies Division has introduced version V5 of its proven OZW772 web server with built-in energy indicator. In addition to the direct integration of devices from the Synco family, the new […]
Case Study: KNX Installation in Rural Residential Property, Northumberland, UK
By Rachel Wilkinson, My KNX Store. The project involved an extensive refurbishment and extension of a rural residential property in Northumberland, UK. The whole project took 18 months, with the home control installation being carried out between January and December 2012. The architect for the project was Nicholson Nairn, who worked closely with My KNX […]
ise Announces its smart connect KNX Programmable Device
From electric meter to heater: in a straight forward manner, Programmable brings together KNX and devices which were not previously compatible. The development of individual integration logic only takes a few days, so there has never been a lower threshold into the world of building automation. Third party devices can be easily and reliably connected […]