Eaton launches new building energy management software
Eaton has designed its new software to integrate EV chargers, solar panels, battery energy storage and an external electricity supply, and make the energy flows between these assets and the grid clear to see, as well as easy to manage on a simple dashboard. Commercial and industrial building owners can avoid high energy bills for […]
Wallbox expands Pulsar family with Pulsar Pro
Wallbox has expanded its Pulsar family with its latest charger, Pulsar Pro, which has been specifically designed for shared spaces. The newest member of the Pulsar family includes features such as 4G connectivity and RFID reader to fit into shared spaces like flats, workplaces and depot charging. “We wanted to offer customers looking for a […]
Building energy management firm celebrates 25-year milestone
One of the UK’s leading independent building and energy management solutions companies is celebrating its 25th anniversary in business with a reflection of its success to date, as well as confirmation of its growth pathway for its next chapter. South Yorkshire headquartered BGES Group was founded in 1998 as BG Controls and has evolved to become one […]
BCIA Award winners announced on spectacular evening of entertainment
The winners of the 2022 Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) Awards were announced as the finest talent in the building controls industry, gathered at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole for an exclusive dinner on Thursday 5th May. Graeme Rees made his first speech as BCIA President, in which he paid tribute to immediate past president, Terry […]
30 not out! BCIA celebrates landmark anniversary
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), which has grown from 11 members in its earliest days to around 120 members, accounting for 80% of the UK’s building controls market. Originally launched as the Building Controls Group (BCG) by Secretary of State for Energy John Wakeham in 1991, the […]
Growing importance of efficient building management promises
A diverse, stimulating and profitable career is the potential reward for anybody looking to pursue one of the many professions available in the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) industry, according to the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), which has made 2021 its “Year of Training”. BCIA President Terry Sharp, says, “Whenever an impressive new building […]
UWP 3.0 Edge provides cyber security to remote operation
Carlo Gavazzi have launched the UWP 3.0 Edge universal web platform designed for monitoring and control of energy management systems, building automation and car park guidance functions. Powered by MAIA Cloud, it provides a secure and reliable system for remotely managing, setting and operating UWP 3.0 units worldwide as well as providing IoT cyber security […]
Regulations pose opportunity to level up energy management strategies
Alongside the transition to renewable and clean energy alternatives, energy efficiency is crucial in addressing climate change. The vast amount of energy lost in transporting energy in electric grids contributes significantly to society’s overall energy waste. It has a substantial detrimental impact which contributes to global CO2 emissions. The plan to boost overall energy efficiencies […]
Lighting efficiency pivotal to environmental policy, says Ecolighting
Steve Gardner, Managing Director of EcolightingUK, discusses how reduced energy consumption has to be the starting point for any realistic energy efficiency policy. Despite great strides taken in recent years to run businesses in a more environmentally-friendly way, companies are still failing to cut their energy consumption, and it’s costing their shareholders and the planet […]
High Rise Reduces Energy Costs With Variable Speed Drives
A London office complex has saved £15,000 on electricity costs in six months following the installation of 18 ABB variable speed drives (VSDs). The drives, ranging from 5.5 kW to 37 kW, are used on hot water and chilled water pumps as well as air extraction systems. The £48,000 project is expected to pay for […]