In an era where buildings are no longer just static structures but interconnected ecosystems, intelligent buildings have become a cornerstone of modern infrastructure.
The line between the energy and communications systems industries is more blurred than ever. Determining the point at which power and data delivery converge has become more difficult due to the increasing overlap. Now more than ever, the two industries must learn to play in the same sandbox. There are ICT cabling systems that can deliver data and power to the devices simultaneously and it is becoming much easier to enable smart devices in a building that facilitates the convergence of power and ICT infrastructure.
11 min
DESIGNING AUDIOVISUAL SYSTEMS
Members
Luis Suau
Many corporations are committed to meeting strict emissions goals to achieve net-zero or near-net-zero status in the coming years. Onsite microgrids comprised of renewable energy sources and battery energy storage systems are becoming increasingly promising solutions, and while a building can reach net-zero status by generating renewable energy through an onsite microgrid, a DC power infrastructure that distributes DC power from an onsite microgrid can make it easier—depending on a building’s feasibility.
As internet of things (IoT) sensors and devices grow, it is crucial that developers assess how these devices communicate to achieve optimal reliability, efficiency, and scalability of smart-building investments. Engineers must consider the infrastructure challenges of today and the future, thus, multicast routing is one of the most effective protocols for accelerating the impact of smart buildings across a wide range of outcomes.
As building owners and operators begin to navigate a post-pandemic world, they are presented with a new opportunity to expand knowledge of power over Ethernet (PoE) infrastructure and its many capabilities. This opportunity was the catalyst for a recent building renovation in Manhattan, where an office space was transformed into a PoE innovation lab to showcase the real-world application of multiple smart-building systems.
Jeff Beavers, RCDD, OSP, Brian Ensign, RCDD, NTS, OSP, RTPM
The increased capability of PoE and the introduction of fault managed power (FMP) in complex networks play key roles in smarter applications and buildings to aid in the achievement of world impact goals and to make safer and healthier environments.
9 min
Adnan Ahmed, RCDD, DCDC, RTPM, WD, Ronna Davis, Bob Voss
Smart buildings have been promised for many years, but with the advent of single-pair Ethernet (SPE) it is now possible to close the Ethernet gap and enable the type of converged OT and IT environment that will enable the promise to become reality. Learn about the latest advancements, such as single-pair power over Ethernet (SPoE), plus much more.
IoT technologies have proven instrumental in shaping the landscape of intelligent building architecture and automation, with PoE lighting emerging as a significant driver and support mechanism for smart network integration and success. As office workers across the globe face unprecedented changes in how businesses operate, office occupants will need to rely on automated, data-driven building solutions in ways both old and new.
Due to increasing demand for technology-based solutions and the decreasing cost of wireless sensors, there is significant business in converting, retrofitting, and upgrading data centers. Asset management and labeling are important for a successful structured cabling or data center install in any environment to ensure maximum uptime and audit compliance.
Take the journey through the massive renovation of Georgia-Pacific’s headquarters in Atlanta. With few improvements since its opening in 1982, the space was not efficient for the technology and work habits of today’s mobile workforce. Discover the technologies that made the GP-Center a better place to work.
As the ICT industry is transitioning to the world of IoT and smart buildings, it is important to become familiar with the cybersecurity vulnerabilities facing the building automation system (BAS) and the new BACnet/SC technology that promises to solve some of the most serious security problems for BAS and the entire enterprise network.
16 min
Members
Ian Eyberg
Smart technology advancements are being introduced at a furious pace. What is largely ignored, however, is how dumb security is when it comes to making these so-called smart things work. Building automation systems are inching closer to the edge, drawing interest to the 4-point security unikernels model as a potentially viable solution.