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Just like always and yet completely different
Building automation and digitisation.
Building automation is a necessary auxiliary process for the technical operation of buildings. For those of us involved in building automation, it is worth reminding ourselves from time to time that it is an auxiliary process. Those involved in other trades should be aware that it is a necessity. It’s a bit like breathing. It just works. You don’t really know how, but it works. There should definitely not be any open construction sites in this area. Thanks to the digital networking of the technical systems, M&P keeps an eye on everything. Just like always. But better than ever.
We live and work in buildings with a natural need for safety and comfort. Climate protection and scarcity of resources also make the desire for efficiency ever more urgent. In the real estate industry, that applies to both the material use of resources and the personnel required for planning, construction and operation.
In that context, the topics and challenges that building automation deals with on a daily basis are diverse. A digital toolbox allows us to proactively work on future-proof solutions for greater energy efficiency, comfort and information security. Our tools include:
- GEG 2024: from choice to necessity
- DIN V 18599-11/ISO 52120: increased efficiency through extended connections
- Working in models (BIM)
- Virtual construction before the real thing
- BACtwin: deeper insights into the BACnet world, with opportunities for further standardisation
- Building control based on forecast values
- Bus systems can save cabling
Heating circuits are among the longest-established technical systems in buildings. BACnet objects are shown in the context of a heating circuit, networked with each other and enable the necessary overview for operational safety and technical monitoring through standardised communication exchange. Variations can apply, but the basic principle is always the same. If the standard for a customer or property is applied consistently, each heating circuit can be easily set up, connected and integrated into a technical monitoring system. This makes planning, construction and operation more efficient.
Security of digital systems
In Central Europe, we implement a very high level of security when it comes to data transmission within buildings. It seems we assume the same high level of security when we connect our technical systems to the Internet. That is a misconception. The Internet has a global effect and can have global influences. In that context, the topics of OT security and encrypted communication (BACnet/SC) are becoming increasingly important. That is another area of expertise of M&P. From page 34 onwards in this magazine, you can read how our experts ensure cybersecurity in hyper-connected building automation systems.
Convenience through digitisation
Through standards for planning and construction developed over many years, we have achieved a very high level of convenience and comfort in our buildings (temperature, humidity, air quality, (day)light, air speed and sound insulation).
The complex processes in a building need to be checked regularly In order to be able to maintain this level with the required efficiency. The use of digitisation in technical monitoring for the control and management of modern buildings is growing rapidly, not least because of the limited availability of qualified specialists combined with a simultaneous increase in the performance of software systems.
Another comfort-driven development is the desire to be able to interact with the building. We have become accustomed to completing many tasks in our daily lives with the help of mobile devices. Why shouldn’t we expect the same from our buildings? A market to provide solutions for the desired levels of interaction is developing in that context. With security and privacy in mind, the solutions won’t always be easy to find, but they will be actionable. With early integration of users, this can even conserve scarce resources. Room control units, for example, do not have to be installed if no one wants to operate them thereafter. Building automation and digitisation: just like always. And yet brand new.
