Alina Biessenberger

Big data for public restrooms
Smart Spaces

Big data for public restrooms

March 05, 2020

Hospitals, airports, railway stations and commercial buildings – all these places have a high number of public restrooms, which are frequently visited. They require a lot of maintenance to keep them clean and working. Additionally, it would be convenient if queues could be controlled to avoid waiting times, paper towels or hand sanitizer could be […]

The Artificial Intelligence of Things – AIoT as facilitator of digitalization
Smart Spaces

The Artificial Intelligence of Things – AIoT as facilitator of digitalization

March 05, 2020

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are natural companions. IoT technologies provide the platform for capturing and concentrating data from huge numbers of devices. AI can transform that data into valuable insights and automated responses, enabling new and hitherto impossible services. Combining the two and leveraging AI in the cloud as well […]

Energy harvesting actuator key to thermostat control
Smart Building

Energy harvesting actuator key to thermostat control

March 05, 2020

H2O Degree’s radiator control system features actuators utilizing EnOcean technology Numerous multi-family apartment buildings, particularly on older properties, utilize a central plant hydronic heating system circulating hot water to radiators throughout the property to deliver heat to each apartment. H2O Degree, a manufacturer of advanced two-way wireless submetering systems, in partnership with Micropelt, has implemented […]

Smarter controls for low-carbon, high-productivity workplaces
Smart Building

Smarter controls for low-carbon, high-productivity workplaces

March 05, 2020

The advent of smart building systems has introduced a wealth of opportunities for building and estate managers to automate processes, optimize resources, improve energy efficiency and boost environmental performance. The combined expertise in facilities and energy management enables ENGIE to develop new smart building technologies and services that increase efficiencies, meet the demands of today’s […]

Direct communication with smart home systems, thanks to 2.4 GHz enhancement
Smart Building

Direct communication with smart home systems, thanks to 2.4 GHz enhancement

March 05, 2020

The ViACT platform from ViCOS has taken up permanent residence in professional installations and in the smart home. The flush-mounted actuators for lights, ventilation and shading are a key element in room-centric building networks with EnOcean wireless technology. ViACT now also supports the 2.4 GHz wireless range. This gives the ViCOS actuators the ability to communicate […]

A compact powerhouse
Smart Building

A compact powerhouse

March 05, 2020

The new Omnio miniS01 switch actuator fits into any flush-mounted box and can switch all electric loads, thanks to cutting-edge hybrid technology and zero-cross switching. It is based on EnOcean technology, and the TCM 515 is used as the wireless module. Despite its minimal dimensions (40 mm x 40 mm x 18 mm), the switch actuator is also […]

New gateway unlocks smart sensor data
Smart Building

New gateway unlocks smart sensor data

March 05, 2020

Pressac Communications, a leading manufacturer of smart building technology, has unveiled a new gateway which makes it easier than ever to get sensor data into the cloud. The new device means that information on everything from room occupancy to temperature can be easily fed into software or IoT platforms. The gateway works by changing the […]

Wireless lighting controls for medical buildings
Smart Lighting

Wireless lighting controls for medical buildings

March 05, 2020

There are many factors that go into the utilization of wireless controls in any building, particularly when it comes to medical facilities. There is, however, a significant use case for controls and there are wireless strategies that provide benefits without creating issues with interference and security. One of the identified protocols for medical facilities is EnOcean technology. […]

Smart use of office spaces
Smart Lighting

Smart use of office spaces

March 05, 2020

Echoflex Solutions’ commitment to service – and the EnOcean wireless protocol – makes change easy for Envise. Today’s corporate landscape requires more from lighting than ever before. In San Francisco’s super-hot corporate office environment, competition is fierce, energy codes are tight, and clients are demanding. Envise manages several buildings in downtown San Francisco and relies […]

U.S. retail chain reduced energy costs significantly
Smart Lighting

U.S. retail chain reduced energy costs significantly

March 05, 2020

A U.S. retail chain with over one hundred locations was seeking cost-effective solutions to replace outdated lighting and multiple EMS systems. The customer sought to reduce energy costs by upgrading to LED lights and new thermostats, coupled with various rebate programs through an advanced cloud-based control platform. The retail chain had a broad mix of […]