WIRELESS ENERGY MANAGEMENT
IoT sensors and automation for small to mid-size buildings — less cost, complexity, and wires.
IoT for Every Building
Building Automation Is No Longer Just for Large Buildings
Various programs, including utility incentives aimed at reducing energy consumption and improving sustainability, have encouraged the adoption of Building Automation Systems (BAS) in commercial sectors. Yet only 10–30% of small to mid-size buildings are leveraging these incentives.
Hindering BAS adoption are high upfront costs for purchasing and installing wired systems. Even with attractive utility incentives, the relatively high costs of enterprise wired BAS simply don't pencil out over a smaller utility spend.
Wireless IoT devices combined with lower-cost, intuitive BAS software significantly lowers automation costs. Now smaller to mid-size buildings can take advantage of the same utility incentives that larger buildings enjoy and realize an attractive ROI.
Why Go Wireless
The Wireless Advantage
Save 50–70% vs. Wired
Wireless automation solutions dramatically reduce installation costs compared to traditional wired building automation systems.
No Wires, Less Disruption
Ideal for leased spaces and historic facilities where it is not practical to disturb original construction.
Simplified Troubleshooting
Web access enables alerts to be sent instantly to isolate any issues — no on-site visit required for diagnostics.
Real-Time Energy Data
WiFi enables web transmission of energy data — providing real-time energy management data to help control plug, lighting, and HVAC loads.
Security & Reliability
What About Security?
Systems that communicate over WiFi are typically more secure than wired systems — because the protocol always requires a username and password, and traffic is encrypted as robustly as possible.
Furthermore, system and sensor manufacturers have invested considerable R&D into reliability. The concerns have started to dissolve as education and collaboration between facilities and IT departments become more common.
Engaging IT stakeholders early in the process has been a valuable learning lesson for us when incorporating wireless solutions — and we guide our clients through this process every step of the way.
What We Offer
Wireless Energy Management Services
- Wireless sensors and thermostats for HVAC control
- Lighting automation and occupancy-based controls
- Plug load management to eliminate phantom energy
- Web-based dashboard and remote monitoring
- Integration with utility incentive programs
- Measurement & verification (M&V) reporting
- Scalable from single spaces to entire buildings
Ask Us About Utility-Incentivized Audits
The vast majority of buildings are paying a Service Benefits Charge (SBC) every month on their utility bill. Let us help you leverage it.