Lighting Up LEDs
"Out with the Romex Wire: In with the Category 6 Cable"  The relentless penetration of IT has a long history of changing building systems; transforming analog phones to digital phones, changing analog surveillance cameras, IP-enabled access control, IPTV as well as a host of other systems. The next building system to transform to an IT structure is low voltage LED systems; it's been in the making for a few years and led by some of the innovative companies and early adopters. It's now at the point that where we can project that the IT structure for LED lighting systems will become the new norm. Continue Reading
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Predictions for Smart Buildings in 2014
Jim's Annual Predictions
We all now know the benefits of using analytic software applications to support the op erations of a building. Automatic Fault Detection and Diagnostics (AFDD) routines have proven to save energy and support facility management staff in ways that make operations more effective and efficient. The primary focus of the analytic software has been HVAC systems, and rightly so; it's the most complex system in a building and uses the most energy. The detection and monetization of faults and the use of such software in re-commissioning buildings are all verified positive results of analytic applications. Click here for more predictions
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Upcoming Conferences and Events
Greenprints, NFMT
Click here for information and links on upcoming events and conferences dedicated to expanding the knowledge of smart building products, practices and services.
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9 Buzzwords That Can Make You Sound Dumb
Mike Periu
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