Building automation is the automatic control, regulation, monitoring and optimisation of technical building equipment. It integrates heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, shading and other building technology into a smart overall system. When it comes to building automation, sensors play an important role. All Sensors is a leading manufacturer of high-quality and customised sensors that help with building automation in the long term. Our experts are constantly working to raise building automation to a new level.
Building automation refers to the integration of intelligent systems and technologies to automatically control and monitor various building functions. The aim is to optimise the operation of buildings, reduce energy consumption, improve occupant comfort and increase safety. The functionality of building automation is based on the recording of information by sensors, the processing of this data by control systems and the subsequent control of actuators. Sensors can collect information such as room temperature, humidity, light levels, occupancy or the status of technical systems. This data is transmitted to the control system, which sends control commands to the actuators based on predefined rules and algorithms. The actuators are responsible for implementing the control commands and can be, for example, heating valves, lighting systems, blinds or alarm systems.
Sensors play an important role when it comes to monitoring the temperatures of a building. On the one hand, this can be useful when it comes to determining the ideal room temperature for employees. At the same time, sensors in building automation are also suitable for measuring the temperature outdoors, in cold stores and greenhouses or in production halls and warehouses. This will ensure that your products are exposed to the right temperature at all times.
Another area of application for temperature sensors in building automation is temperature measurement in gaseous or liquid media in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Sensors can also be used to ensure that the humidity in the respective devices is at the correct level.
Pressure sensors are often used in building automation to measure the pressure in liquid media. This is important in pipework systems for heating or cooling systems, for example. We are also happy to offer you differential pressure sensors. These can be used to measure the differential pressure in gaseous media in ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Measuring air quality in buildings can also be useful. Gas sensors are therefore often used to ensure a safe working environment for people when it comes to building automation. They measure the CO2 content or the mixed gas concentration in gaseous media.
Building automation also uses sensors to measure illuminance. This allows the lighting and blinds, for example, to be controlled and ensures that buildings such as industrial halls have the right lighting conditions.
Motion monitoring plays an important role in building automation, particularly with regard to security aspects. If the building is currently empty, motion sensors can indicate that unauthorised persons are inside. This means that action can be taken quickly to restore the building’s security. At the same time, motion sensors also help to save energy. If they are connected to the lighting, for example, it is only activated when someone enters or is in the room. As a result, there is no waste of electricity in rooms which are not in use. Building automation can therefore also help to reduce energy costs.
Sensors can monitor whether doors and windows are open or closed in building automation systems. This information helps the heating system to save energy and therefore also costs. At the same time, these sensors help to ensure the security of the building, for example by triggering an alarm in the event of unauthorised opening.
At All Sensors, you can expect not only high-quality products that are perfectly customised to your requirements, but also excellent customer service. We will be happy to advise you in detail about our sensor technology and building automation options. Contact us now for more information!
