How Building Automation Controls Help Save On Energy Costs And Make Your Building Safer
Posted on: 10 March 2021
If you own or manage a large commercial building, you probably have several systems to monitor and adjust, such as the HVAC units, security systems, and communications. An easy way to keep up with all the systems in your building and ensure they operate efficiently is to install building automation controls that turn your building into a smart building. Here are a few important reasons to install building automation controls in your building.
You Can Control Energy Costs
If your building has multiple HVAC zones or multiple HVAC systems, they normally have to be controlled independently. An automation system allows you to link the HVAC systems together so they can be monitored and controlled in a central location.
This makes it easy to conserve energy when it isn't needed and supply the energy your employees need to stay comfortable when they're working. The same system can also control and monitor lights, so you don't use electricity in rooms where lights aren't needed.
A building automation system also helps you audit your energy use so you see where you can cut back and watch how you make progress over time. You'll have a better understanding of where your energy dollars go, and that's the first step in conserving energy and reducing your operating costs.
The biggest benefit of using an automated system to conserve energy is you can set up automated tasks. You don't have to manually or remotely control the HVAC equipment and lights yourself. The system does it automatically based on the parameters you set, such as outdoor weather and time of day.
The Air Quality Improves
Since an automated system controls ventilation in the building, air quality improves when the system detects a drop in air quality or senses a filter needs to be changed. You can monitor the system as needed, but the system can also send you alerts so you always know what's going on and you keep up with the adjustments the system makes. You are also notified of problems so you can make manual repairs when needed to stay ahead of problems.
Indoor air quality is sometimes an issue in a large building with several employees, and having an automated system that monitors and controls the ventilation in the building can help keep air quality clean and lower the risk of spreading illnesses throughout the building.
Your Building Is Safer
Because building automation controls are always at work monitoring your building and adjusting power and security needs, your building is much safer. All the systems in your building can be tied together, including the water heaters and security features. Any equipment that operates out of a safe range is detected immediately so you can make prompt repairs.
An automated safety system keeps your entire building and employees safer by automatically locking doors, linking surveillance cameras, controlling elevators, and turning on lights automatically. The result is a safer and more efficient working environment that could make your employees more productive. At the same time, you'll lower your energy costs and have improved security for your building and property.
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