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FEATURES
36 | Using BIM
for project coordination
BIM is used frequently when work-
ing across multiple disciplines, which
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EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD
CORY J. ABRAMOWICZ, PE, LEED AP,
Associate, Environmental Systems Design Inc., Chicago
G
Vice President, NV5/Sebesta, Kansas City, Mo.
MICHAEL CHOW, PE, LEED AP BD+C, eneration Y, aka millennials, know scattered throughout the casu-
Principal, Metro CD Engineering LLC, Columbus, Ohio has some oddities, to be sure. al roundtable, there also were several
TOM DIVINE, PE,
Senior Electrical Engineer, But doesnt every generation? very well-thought-out insights that
Smith Seckman Reid Inc., Houston Millennials are some of the most came from the conversation.
CORY DUGGIN, PE, LEED AP BD+C, BEMP,
Energy Modeling Wizard, TLC Engineering for Architecture Inc., connected people around, exploring The group included profession-
Brentwood, Tenn. some new and yet uncharted digital alsengineers, engineers in training,
ROBERT J. GARRA JR., PE, CDT,
Vice President, Electrical Engineer, territory. They like to be connected, and recent graduateswith varied
CannonDesign, Grand Island, N.Y. both online and off, but theyre not engineering backgrounds. They all
JASON GERKE, PE, LEED AP BD+C, C X A,
Mechanical Engineer, GRAEF, Milwaukee tethered to, say, paid cable TV. The felt they had a role in the projects
JOSHUA D. GREENE, PE, majority lives in urban areas, and is they worked on; no one felt they were
Vice President, Jensen Hughes, Framingham, Mass.
migrating from suburbia to urban doing meaningless work without
RAYMOND GRILL, PE, FSFPE,
Principal, Arup, Washington, D.C. areas. impact. They worked in project teams
DANNA JENSEN, PE, LEED AP BD+C, with mixed levels of experience.
Vice President, ccrd, a WSP Co., Dallas
WILLIAM KOFFEL, PE, FSFPE,
Yet the assumptions about the mil- And they all had opinions on how
President, Koffel Associates Inc., Columbia, Md. lennial generation continue to circu- to improve in their jobs and in their
WILLIAM KOSIK, PE, CEM, LEED AP BD+C, BEMP,
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical,
late: interaction with others, including
exp US Services Inc., Chicago manufacturers.
KENNETH KUTSMEDA, PE, LEED AP,
Engineering Manager, Jacobs, Philadelphia
Generation Y wont make a phone Each professional had the theo-
JULIANNE LAUE, PE, LEED AP BD+C, BEMP, call or have a face-to-face conver- retical knowledge needed to design
Senior MEP Engineer, Center for Sustainable Energy,
Mortenson Construction, Minneapolis
sation to resolve an issue systems in buildings, and their col-
DAVID LOWREY, laborative environment gave them the
Chief Fire Marshal, Boulder (Colo.) Fire Rescue
Millennials know only how to practical knowledge they needed to
BRIAN MARTIN, PE,
Senior Electrical Engineer, Buildings and Places, complete a design via a software succeed. The open dialogue that flew
AECOM, Portland, Ore.
program; theyve never seen a around the table showed the trust,
DWAYNE G. MILLER, PE, RCDD, AEE CPQ,
Chief Executive Officer, JBA Consulting Engineers, Las Vegas project in real life strong mentoring approach, and prac-
RODNEY V. OATHOUT, PE, CEM, LEED AP, tical tack this firm employed concern-
Principal, Regional Engineering Leader,
DLR Group, Overland Park, Kan. Team discussions dont happen ing its junior members.
FREDDY PADILLA, PE, ATD, everyone just texts each other. Without giving away their company
Principal/Senior Electrical Engineer, Page, Austin, Texas
SYED PEERAN, PE, PhD,
secrets or divulging the incredible
Senior Engineer, CDM Smith Inc., Boston Ive seen the exact opposite. On feedback they provided our team, I
GREGORY QUINN, PE, NCEES, LEED AP,
Principal, Health Care Market Leader,
a recent trip to Washington, D.C., I can provide at least one important
Affiliated Engineers Inc., Madison, Wis. visited with eight young professionals thing: The next generation of consult-
BRIAN A. RENER, PE, LEED AP,
Associate, SmithGroupJJR, Chicago
who debunked nearly every negative ing engineers is a smart, thoughtful,
SUNONDO ROY, PE, LEED AP BD+C, assumption. While there were plenty engaging group. And yes, theyll pick
Vice President, CCJM Engineers Ltd., Chicago of words such as like and you up the phone if you call.
RANDY SCHRECENGOST, PE, CEM,
Austin Operations Group Manager and
Senior Mechanical Engineer,
Stanley Consultants, Austin, Texas
RICHARD VEDVIK, PE,
Senior Electrical Engineer and Acoustics Engineer,
KJWW Engineering Consultants, Rock Island, Ill.
MIKE WALTERS, PE, LEED AP,
Campus Energy Market Leader, MEP Associates, Verona, Wis.
JOHN YOON, PE, LEED AP ID+C,
Lead Electrical Engineer, McGuire Engineers Inc., Chicago www.csemag.com Consulting-Specifying Engineer APRIL 2017 5
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Impact of changing codes,
standards on future fire,
life safety systems
Not a challenge Definitely a
challenge
32%
6%
23%
research
2015 HVAC AND BAS STUDY:
39%
HVAC, BAS in industrial facilities
F
ifty-seven percent of respon- by designing for interoperability and
Somewhat A challenge dents to the Consulting-Specifying complementing systems (69%).
of a challenge
Engineer 2015 HVAC and Build- 3. Researching systems: The average
ing Automation Systems (BAS) Study mechanical engineer spends 31% of their
Figure 1: The majority of engi-
specify, design, or select products for billable hours researching and/or specify-
neers believe that keeping up with
industrial/manufacturing facilities/ ing HVAC systems and BAS for industri-
updates to codes and standards is
warehousesand seven in 10 of these al facilities. These engineers mostly refer
challenging and greatly affecting the
engineers are responsible for determin- to product specifications, best practices,
future of fire and life safety systems,
ing requirements/writing specifications and training/education during this time.
engineers, and/or the industry.
and/or supervising or consulting on 4. Important product considerations:
Source: Consulting-Specifying Engi-
these projects. Below are five HVAC When selecting HVAC products for
neer 2016 Fire and Life Safety Study
and BAS findings: industrial facilities, engineers compare
1. Annual specified products value: product quality (83%), energy efficiency
The average engineering firm specifies of a product (63%), and service support
1
/3 of engineers currently specify
electrical inspection and test equip-
$2.46 million in total HVAC and build-
ing automation/control products for
offerings (56%).
5. HVAC, BAS specifications: Engi-
new and existing industrial facilities on neering firms most often write perfor-
ment. Source: Consulting-Specifying a yearly basis, with one-quarter of these mance (83%), prescriptive (73%), or open
Engineer 2016 Electrical and Power firms specifying more than $5 million. (alternate or substitute; 63%) HVAC and
Study 2. Future of HVAC systems, BAS: controls specifications for industrial facil-
Looking ahead to future industrial ity projects.
facility projects, HVAC system design View more information at
1 in 5 engineering firms
specifies less than $100,000 in light-
will be most affected by energy effi-
ciency requirements (56%), while
BAS will continue to be challenged
www.csemag.com/2015HVACBAS.
Amanda Pelliccione is the research director
at CFE Media.
ing and lighting control products for
new and existing buildings. Source: HVAC equipment, BAS, control systems
Consulting-Specifying Engineer 2017 recently specified into industrial facilities
Lighting and Lighting Controls Study
Pumps, pumping systems 76%
Fans, air movement 7
73%
Air handlers 7
72%
More research Figure 2: Seven in 10 engineering firms have recently specified pumps and pumping sys-
Consulting-Specifying Engineer cov- tems, fans and air movement, and air handlers into industrial facility projects. Over the
ers several research topics each year. next 12 to 24 months, firms have plans to specify chillers and chilled water systems (34%)
All reports are available at and variable refrigerant flow systems (32%). Source: Consulting-Specifying Engineer
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Career Smart
CARL FRIESEN
Thought Leadership Resources, Mississauga, Ontario
I
f someone is considering hiring or thought leadership. These files are
working with you in the future, they Taking advantage of the available on a users profileand are
will most likely do some research also sent to connections when a user
online. Your LinkedIn profile is likely features LinkedIn offers publishes them. LinkedIn allows users
the first search result, in many cases, so to add up to three tagskeywords
can help users turn their
its important to make that first impres- at the bottom of each post, so people
sion a good one. profiles into successful outside the users network who are
The following are the top three ways looking for information on that topic
engineers and other technical profes- job-search tools. can find who posted the content.
sionals can get their careers on the fast When composing posts, reach those
track through LinkedIn. various jobs, titles, and job descrip- you want to appeal to most by writ-
tions. But job seekers can go much ing about the pressing issues they face.
1 Make your profile current further by showing, not just telling, For example, a lighting engineer might
First, make sure that the current job employers what they can do. LinkedIn want to serve certain specific markets,
title and job description is accurate and has added new features that allow users such as big-box retail. A good post for
delete really old jobs and references. to provide evidence of skills, work reaching this market might enlighten
Some people might not have paid much ethic, and abilities by uploading work retail-sector members about the vari-
attention to their profile since the last samples to their profile. ous types of low-energy lighting fix-
time they looked for work. Take the PDF forms, slideshows, videos, and tures that are available and describe
time to clean it up and update it so the other images can be uploaded. Employ- the benefits and drawbacks for retail
most up-to-date information is fea- ers and others looking at profiles can applications.
tured. then click through the images for more Taking advantage of the features
Take a look at your pictureis it details. Indicate the role you played in LinkedIn offers can help users turn
professional? Using a professionally each project, especially if you worked their profiles into successful job-search
done portrait rather than one snapped as part of a team. Its also important tools. In addition, keeping profiles
by a friend using a smartphone is pref- to not publicize any information that updated and showcasing the proper
erable. Also, project sites present good should stay confidential. information will help open more doors
opportunities to take photos with a for career advancement.
relevant background image. 3 LinkedIn posts:
Reach beyond your network
2 Stand out as a candidate The posts function within LinkedIn Carl Friesen is the founder of Thought
through skills, experience allows users to create medium and Leadership Resources, helping business
A big part of a LinkedIn profile long-form content in text form, with professionals build careers by showing
involves its resum-like listing of images added, that show ideas and their expertise.
Mark Suski,
SET, CFPS
Associate Director
JENSEN HUGHES
Lincolnshire, Ill.
Figure 1: The University of Utah data center in Salt Lake City uses airside free cooling 75% out Saahil Tumber,
of the year, on average. The fan-matrix air handling units use MERV 8/14 pre- and final filtration PE, HBDP, LEED AP
and a sophisticated weather station to inform the building management system of what action Senior Associate
Environmental
to take based on the weather patterns of that particular moment. Courtesy: SmithGroupJJR
Systems Design
Chicago
out for nearly a day. Needless to say, execu- batteries recently acquired UL listings (UL
tives were not pleased. 1642: Standard for Lithium Batteries and UL
1973: Standard for Batteries for Use in Light
CSE: What other trends should engi- Electric Rail (LER) Applications and Station-
neers be on the lookout regarding such ary Applications), and others will soon follow.
projects in the near future (1 to 3 years)? Unlike cell phones that use lithium cobalt oxide,
which has a high-energy density and is prone to
Bill Kosik: There will still be a high demand safety risks when damaged, data center batteries
for data centers. Technology will continue to use a combination of lithium manganese oxide John Yoon,
evolve, morph, and change. The outlook for and lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide, PE, LEED AP
new or renovated data centers continues to which has a lower energy density but longer Lead Electrical Engineer
McGuire Engineers Inc.
be bullish with analysts looking at the indus- lifecycle and inherent safety features.
Chicago
try doubling cloud strategies over the next 10 Jacobs recently completed a project using
years. So, trends will center around lower-cost, lithium batteries. The lithium battery has a
higher shareholder-return data centers that more than 15-year lifecycle and requires no
need to address climate change and comply maintenance. Lithium batteries provide a
with data-sovereignty laws. 65% space savings and 75% weight reduction
Kenneth Kutsmeda: A trend that will become as compared with wet-cell batteries. The lith-
more popular in data centers is the use of lith- ium battery-management system provides
ium batteries. One manufacturer of lithium the ability to isolate individual cabinets
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MEP Roundtable
operating costs than for other building process extremely challengingand and designing a system that meets all the
types, requiring engineers to be much even confrontational at timeswhen requirements can be challenging.
more sensitive to these costs when design- youre trying to lock in MEP infrastruc-
ing their systems. ture requirements. The key is to remem- CSE: Describe the system design
Lane: A data center is a mission critical ber that many CIOs and their MIS/IT in a colocation data center. With all
environment, so power cannot go down. departments are accustomed to operat- the different clients in a colocation
We are always striving to provide the ing with reasonably high levels of inde- facility, how do you meet the unique
most reliable and maintainable data cen- pendence within their companies. Many needs of each client?
ter as cost-effectively as possible. These people within their own organizations
projects are always challenging when con- dont understand exactly what the MIS/ Lane: The shell in a colocation facility
sidering new and emerging technologies IT staff members do, only that they con- must be built with flexibility in mind. You
while maintaining reliability. trol the key infrastructure thats critical to must provide all of the components for
Rener: Future flexibility and modular the day-to-day operations. If they havent reliability and concurrent maintainability
growth. IT and computer technologies been involved in the construction of a while allowing the end user to tweak the
are rapidly changing. Oftentimes during data center before, the MEP engineer is data center to their own unique needs.
the planning and design of the facility, often viewed as an external threat. The Typically, the shell design will stop either
the owner has not yet identified the final key is to make sure they understand the at the UPS output distribution panel or
equipment, so systems need to be adapt- complementary set of skills that you bring at the power distribution unit (PDU).
able. Also, the owner will often have mul- to the table. The redundancy (N, N+1, or 2N) and
tiyear plans for growth, and the building Tumber: The project requirements the specific topology to the servers can
must grow without disruption. and design attributes of a data center are be unique to the end user. Some larger
Yoon: Managing people and personali- different from other uses. The mission clients will take a more significant por-
ties. Most management information sys- is to sustain IT equipment as opposed tion of the data center, if timing allows,
tems/IT (MIS/IT) department staff are to humans. They are graded on criteria and they will be able to select the UPS,
highly intelligent, extremely motivated including availability, capacity, resil- generator, and medium-voltage electrical
people, but they are not used to being iency, PUE, flexibility, adaptability, time distribution topology.
questioned on technical points. This to market, scalability, cost, and more. Tumber: The design of a coloca-
can make the data center programming These criteria are unique to data centers, tion data center is influenced by its
Figures 2 and 3: The climate in which a data center is found can greatly
impact a projects specifications. The warm, moist weather in South
Florida impacts equipment and HVAC concerns in different ways than
the cooler, drier climate of Prineville, Ore.where this 30-mW data
center is located. Courtesy: Southland Engineering
modulate from 20 to 100 hertz offering more run at 60 hertz making them work much
system equalization and has a soft start feature harder to equalize the system when turned
that begins at the lowest frequency and ramps up. off and on.
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Codes & Standards
S
tandards that are regularly applied in daily There are a number of significant changes in
Learning practices are developed years in advance of the 2016 edition of NFPA 13 that will be evalu-
objectives them actually being adopted and enforced. ated in addition to the new organization of the
Review changes made to The 2016 edition of NFPA 13: Standard for the 2019 edition.
the 2016 edition of NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler Systems will not be Metric conversions: During the development
Standard for the Installation adopted locally until the locations jurisdiction of the 2016 edition of NFPA 13, the associations
of Sprinkler Systems. adopts the 2018 edition of the International correlating committee established a task group to
Discuss the updated orga- Building Code or 2018 edition of NFPA 101: review the metric conversions within the standard
nization to the 2019 edition of Life Safety Code. and make recommendations for potential revi-
NFPA 13.
There are some authorities, however, that adopt sions to enhance usability outside of the United
the most current edition of the standards. Most States. Previous editions of the standard used an
notably, the U.S. Department of Defense typically exact conversion between U.S. customary units
applies the most recent edition of the NFPA stan- and metric units. Where it was deemed appropri-
dards to projects. It may also be advantageous ate by the task group and technical committees,
from a risk management perspective to apply the nominal metric equivalents or approximate con-
most recent edition of a code to a project. This is versions have been provided. The standard explic-
because there may be areas addressed in the most itly notes in Section 1.6.3 that it is acceptable to
recent code that arent addressed in previous edi- use the exact conversion or the conversion stated
tions that can influence a design. in the standard even though they may not be the
The most recent edition of a standard is typi- same. Section A.1.6.3 of Annex A provides explan-
cally considered to contain the latest and best atory information and examples of conversions.
thought on the subject. However, if there are Storage commodity classification: The crite-
changes from the actual standard that are being ria for defining Class IV commodities has been
enforced on a project, it is recommended that any expanded to include criteria for cartoned versus
deviation from the adopted standard be reviewed exposed products. Class IV commodities can
with the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) dur- also include limited amounts of Class A plas-
ing the design process. tics (expanded and unexpanded). Figures have
For product manufacturers and installers, been added that note the allowable mixtures (on
knowing what is coming down the road can also a percentage by volume basis) of expanded and
help prepare for implementing the new code unexpanded Group A plastics for purposes of
requirements. The knowledge also can be used defining the commodity classification. (Figures
to impact product design or help develop train- 5.6.3.3.3 [a] and [b])
ing material for employees who design and install Cellulosics, natural rubber, and nylon have
systems. been reclassified from Group B to Group A
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A
sprinkler system designed strictly in application of effective inspection, testing, and
Learning accordance with the requirements of maintenance (ITM) is required to ensure system
objectives NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation performance during a fire event. NFPA 25 is the
Learn about the codes and of Sprinkler Systems does not necessarily lend established standard for sprinkler system ITM
standards that fire protection itself to a simple regimen of inspection, testing, criteria. An NFPA 13-compliant sprinkler sys-
engineers should reference and maintenance. A sprinkler system designer tem will include the minimum system features
when designing fire sprinkler needs to understand the various post-installation required to complete NFPA 25 ITM activities.
systems.
inspection, testing, and maintenance procedures However, even an NFPA 13 code-compliant sys-
Understand that inspection, required by NFPA 25: Standard for the Inspection, tem does not automatically lend itself to applying
testing, and maintenance are
key to compliant fire sprinkler
Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire the most efficient ITM.
systems. Protection Systems to design a system that can Experience has shown that when sprinkler
be inspected, tested, and maintained efficiently. system design features result in additional dif-
NFPA 13 serves as the primary automatic fire ficulty or cost in completing ITM activities,
sprinkler system design and installation standard building owners often choose to forgo portions
in the U.S. It is also adopted and used for fire of the required ITM procedures over time. Poor
sprinkler system design in locations outside of ITM practices increase the probability that the
the U.S. Once sprinkler systems are installed, the sprinkler system may not perform properly when
needed. NFPA 25 ITM activities may be accom-
plished with greater ease and are, in turn, more
likely to be completed over the sprinkler systems
lifetime when the system is designed to include
features that increase the practicality of ITM.
The following describes best practices that may
be used to meet some of the NFPA 13 require-
ments while still facilitating the ITM activities
described in NFPA 25.
BY ALLYN VAUGHN, PE, FSFPE, LEED AP, JBA Consulting Engineers, an NV5 Co., Las Vegas
A
ccording to the Autodesk dimensional platforms but takes it even further
website, building infor- allowed designers to use Learning by introducing other
mation modeling (BIM) an inventory of stored objectives dimensions, such as time
is an intelligent 3-D symbols and line types (for scheduling purposes)
Describe some of the ways
mo del-b as e d pro cess to improve on the hand BIM is being used in the fire and cost (for estimat-
that equips architecture, engineering, drafting that was previ- protection industry. ing and control). It also
and construction (AEC) profession- ously used in the industry. Outline how BIM can be
introduces what could be
als with the insight and tools to more Then the use of 3-D used in the future to coordi- considered a database to
efficiently plan, design, construct, and design became prevalent, nate fire protection designs. store specific informa-
manage buildings and infrastructure. So giving way to what is now Learn to use 3-D models to tion about the objects
what does that really mean? And how BIM. Three-dimensional coordination fire protection used in design. Objects
can the use of BIM benefit the design modeling allows engi- system design. are added to the model
community, specifically in the fire pro- neers to see what they to build the database or
tection industry? are designing before it is built, to get a design. The objects store information
The concept of BIM in the AEC indus- feel for the layout of the space and how that can be used in a wide variety of
try has been around since the 1960s, but the various elements fit into the design. ways to enhance the database or model
didnt evolve to its current use until the This helps designers avoid conflicts with being used to design the building. This,
early 2000s. The design community used other disciplines or trades before the sys- in turn, enhances the design tools avail-
a 2-D platform to design buildings for tem is installed. able to the design community.
many years, even after the introduction When BIM was introduced, it allowed
of the personal computer gave way to a database or model to be used so that Fire protection system design
computerized software for architec- an inventory of symbols can include Fire protection engineers and con-
tural and engineering design. Two- objects. BIM is a form of 3-D modeling, tractors have been using 3-D modeling
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Figure 1: A coordi-
nated mechanical
room is modeled to a
level of development
(LOD) 300. At an
LOD 300, all piping,
equipment and other
items are modeled at
actual size, quantity
and type, which is
necessary for proper
coordination. All
graphics courtesy:
CannonDesign
Using
B
uilding information modeling
(BIM), clash detection, clash
coordination
what they are? Are we really doing what
we say were doing? If we arent, why arent
we? Are we following best practices?
Many engineers assume that if theyre
using Revit, theyre doing BIM. However,
BIM is used frequently when working across although Revit is one of the many tools
to use for BIM, many individuals only
multiple disciplines, which can prevent clashes use Revit for 3-D modelingand they
LOD specification
The LOD, while sometimes referred
to as the level of detail, is actually the
level of development specification. This
is a reference used in the AEC industry
to standardize the level of quality and
reliability of content in building infor-
Figure 4: This project involved remodeling an existing building where the floor load mation models at various stages of the
doubled, requiring additional beams to be added with a spacing of 5 ft on center. design and construction process. This
Using structural plan views made it easy to coordinate drain and floor penetrations specification receives annual updates and
for the restaurant areas above. review by BIMForum, the U.S. chapter of
buildingSMART International. The LOD
in a model has a direct connection with
Interference check reports in Revit comes to BIM coordination and is very coordination in that model, and using the
popular on the contractor side. Navis- BIMForum LOD for your companys stan-
Clash detective in Navisworks works can handle many different file dard level of detail is best for collabora-
Manage types and is typically quicker to use than tion with other firms or contractors on the
an equivalent Revit model. Search sets same project. For clash detection or even
Model checks by visual inspection can be used for filtering or color-coding clash prevention, a minimum of LOD 300
in 3-D coordination views. the various systems in a model, and clash is required. At an LOD 300, all piping,
detection is relatively easy as well. Dur- equipment, and other items are modeled
The interference check tool in Revit ing the coordination process, clashes at actual size, quantity, and type, which is
has received some improvements recently, can be found in the Navisworks model necessary for proper coordination.
allowing for easier coordination checks. and updated in the Revit model. These When agreeing on the LOD for a proj-
Within the tool, element categories are updates are done manually in the Revit ect, it is better to think about what level
selected to compare against other ele- model; however, Autodesk does have a the project is required to be at for com-
ments in the model or with elements in tool called switchback, which allows users pletion, rather than what is desired at
other linked models, such as inspecting for to quickly move back and forth between each phase. While an LOD 200 (in which
clashes between structural steel and plumb- the Revit design and Navisworks review most content is generic in size, shape, or
ing piping. After the report is run, elements models. type) may only be needed for an earlier
that have an invalid intersection (collision) Coordination views that are predefined phase of a project, sometimes it makes
are listed, with both element ID number in the Revit model are easy to use for both sense for some content to already be
and a descriptive name ID. These can then clash prevention and clash detection. at an LOD 350 (where content is true
be selected and shown in an available view These can include 3-D views, sections, to size, shape, and type and may have
to adjust. Using this method can be quicker and working views that are double-line embedded information).
than performing clash detection in a sepa- (fine detail level of graphics) as well as For example, at the design develop-
rate program, however, using a program like color-coded with filters applied to the ment phase of a project, the require-
Navisworks for this may be better perfor- various systems. These views are regularly ments may be to provide an LOD 200.
mance-wise for those using computers with used throughout the design of a project However, the water heater may have
less horsepower on larger projects. and can be used in coordination meetings already been selected, so an LOD 350 is
Clash detection in Navisworks is prob- instead of the old paper tacked to the used to place the water heater graphi-
ably the most well-known option when it wall method, which usually still results cally in the model. Also included at a
Networked
lighting controls
With the advent of building technology comes the need for monitoring and
intercommunication between heating, cooling, electrical, lighting, fire/life
safety, and other systems for optimized efficiency and operation.
L
ighting is typically one of the The networked lighting control system
Learning largest energy loads in any leverages the power of digitization and
objectives building, and historically, it granularity to completely control a build-
Understand the basics of has been the hardest to control. ings lighting system from a centralized
networked lighting controls in For example, have you ever location. When properly implemented,
commercial buildings. wondered if people would really notice these systems are user-friendly and easy
Review codes and stan- if you evenly reduced the output of light to maintainand they streamline physi-
dards that address require- fixtures in a corridor or open space? cal operation and maintenance. Software-
ments of lighting controls.
Think of the energy savings. Thankfully, based lighting control also allows sharing
Discover how lighting con- technological advancements have led to of data not only between components of
trols can lead to better energy
a solution that is extremely effective at the lighting control system, but also with
efficiency.
combating these issues: networked light- mechanical, fire safety, and security sys-
ing controls. tems. This integration of smart systems
Common concerns
One concern often voiced about net-
worked lighting control systems is that
they are expensive. To operate a net-
worked lighting control system at the
extreme of optimization, each light fix-
ture would be individually controlled,
therefore, equipped with a dimming
ballast or driver. Such a system could be
very expensive.
A few things have helped make these
systems become competitive. First, LED
technology is increasingly affordable
Figure 3: A rending illustrates the output of a lighting study showing the electric light- and is being used more frequently. One
ing the space at a targeted level due to available daylight. advantage of LED lighting is that it is
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Air Movement, Dehumidification, Humidification
Rooftop-unit economizer
The Outside Air Optimization (OAO) Kit uses the power of cloud-based predictive analytics to
create thermal models of a building based on the past 7 days of tem-
perature and humidity space readings. Live data feeds forecasted
weather conditions and predicts the needs for proactive runtime and
damper-position optimization. The kit meets and exceeds California
Title 24-2013 economizer faults and ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2016.
This solution does not require retrotting the constant-volume RTU
and a variable frequency drive. Key features include demand-control
ventilation, comparative-enthalpy economizer control, multispeed fan
control, and 24/7 remote monitoring and control.
75F, www.75f.io
Chillers
Variable-speed chiller
The AquaForce 30XV air-cooled variable- Air-cooled screw chiller
speed chiller was developed to ensure performance and The YORK YVFA free-cooling, air-cooled screw chiller
efciency that meet the cooling needs of tomorrows build- combines variable-speed drive (VSD) screw compressors
ings, in a design thats ready for action today. By using a with integrated waterside economizer free cooling into a
tiered approach, the 30XV can be customized to t almost simple-to-operate package that is AHRI-certied. YVFA is
any building need, anywhere. With value-adding features, available in nominal sizes from 150 to 450, delivering more
such as variable-speed rotary screw compressors, quiet than 2,110 kW at higher liquid temperatures. With intelligent
AeroAcoustic fan system with variable frequency drives, controls, the free-cooling coils reduce the mechanical cooling
and microchannel condenser coil technology, this machine load at a much higher ambient temperature, allowing the VSD
is made for versatility, robustness, and efciency. User- compressors to reduce speed and energy use more hours of
friendly control with color touchscreen display incorporat- the year. YVFA combines control strategies with mechanical
ing self-optimizing control enables the 30XV to run at advances to further enhance performance at all conditions.
optimum performance at any given set of conditions. Mechanical improvements include variable volume ratio com-
Carrier, http://carrier.com/commercial
pressors and VSDs for both the compressors and fans.
Johnson Controls, www.johnsoncontrols.com
Multilayered
conduit
The PMA XR90
multilayered conduit Duplex AC/MC strap
protects a greater The Crouse-Hinds 567BXD
range of cable for Duplex AC/MC Strap is
robotic and automa- designed for AC/MC and
tion applications with FMC cable. This strap
sizes up to NW 70 provides the capability to
and Metric 80. The mul- support and secure two
tilayered conduit indicates the individual AC, MC, or FMC cables by installing
extent of surface wear with three with a single screw. The duplex strap takes up
concentric layers of Nylon 12, less space, simplies installation, and offers a
each a different color. With no wear, clean and professional-looking installation. The
the PMA XR90 multilayered conduit retains its black surface. As solution is designed to be cost-effective for the
wear occurs, the center layer begins to show its yellow surface, most commonly used size of cable due to its
which is an alert to prepare for maintenance. As more abrasion much smaller volume and reduced number of
occurs, the inner layer shows its red surface, which indicates clamps needed for each application.
that maintenance is required. This visual-inspection capability Eaton, www.eaton.com
makes it more efcient to monitor wear and plan maintenance.
Thomas & Betts, ABB, www.tnb.com
Slicing connector
The 221 series Lever-Nuts Splicing Connector simplies electrical
installation of solid, stranded, and ne-stranded wire in the most
space-restricted applications. The transparent housing makes it
possible to verify proper insertion and strip length. Two conve-
niently accessible test slots located in the wire-entry face and
one opposite make for easy testing. Each wiring port of the 221
contains its own individually operated lever and spring, permitting the
combination of varying sizes and types of wire in one secure splice. This de-
sign permits Lever-Nuts to be used and reused in any application. The 221
series is available in two-, three-, and ve-wire connectors and can safely connect
wires ranging from 12 to 24 AWG.
Wago Corp., http://wago.us
Dry-type capacitor
The LKT...Type DD603-phase dry-type capacitor is safer and stronger for solving
power factor and harmonic ltering applications where high harmonics can destroy
traditional capacitors. The Type DD60 ac power capacitor employs four degrees
of safety plus patented design features that improve the reliability of capacitors
in harsh environments. Contact to the internal windings is made by a patented,
nonsoldered contact ring to eliminate winding stress due to soldering. Self-healing
lm quickly isolates areas of dielectric breakdown in the winding when exposed to
dangerous transient voltages. The segmented lm completely removes a tiny sec-
tion of lm to prevent catastrophic failures due to severe transient voltages.
Frako Capacitor, www.frako.com
Medium-voltage switchgear
Premset incorporates a Shield Solid Insulation System (2SIS) to enhance robustness, protec-
tion, and exibility of medium-voltage switchgear. The 2SIS system encases every current-
carrying conductor in dielectric epoxy and shields that epoxy with a grounded conductor to
offer unprecedented safety, efciency, and ease of use. Premset minimizes the risk of internal
arc ash and prevents phase-to-phase faults by ground-shielding each individual phase. The
circuit breaker and isolation switch are positive-indicated and interlocked to prevent access
to live compartments. Maintenance is reduced due to better environmental protection for the
current-carrying portions and complete encasement of the circuit breaker and isolation switch.
Schneider Electric, www.schneider-electric.us
Integrated panelboard
The Crouse-Hinds series SynergEX Panelboard uses individually encapsulated circuit breakers
to provide maximum safety in extreme environments. The encapsulated and integrated design
provides ultimate exibility and speed during installation, normal operations, and maintenance
activities in the eld. This advanced design is approved for all hazardous gases, which allows for
operation in multiple locations and hazardous situations. SynergEX is available in 12 to 42 circuit
congurations (up to 84 circuits when coupled) with 10- to 40-amp breakers and an external main
breaker up to 225 amp. The panelboard provides overcurrent and short-circuit protection for low-
voltage power, lighting, and heat-tracing applications in indoor and outdoor hazardous areas.
Eaton, www.eaton.com
Line-isolation switch
The OEM Line Isolation (OLI) switch provides the ability to access the control panel
without exposure to line-side voltage. The switch isolates line-side power and provides
an external disconnecting means for industrial control panels, reducing the risk of arc
ash hazards. The OLI switch can be mounted on a control cabinet or disconnect enclo-
sure, providing safer access to the panel. The switch is offered as a complete package
including enclosure, disconnect, handle, ex-cable operator, and all other necessary
components. Features include a gasketed side wall that mounts to the OEM cabinet
and a modied heavy-duty safety switch with NEMA Type 12/3R and 4/4X enclosures.
Eaton, www.eaton.com
B-frame
Low-voltage circuit breaker
circuit breaker The PowerPact B-
The Series NRX low- frame circuit break-
voltage circuit breaker with er offers robust
Power Xpert Release trip power protection
unit can be seamlessly in a compact size
installed within existing and easy installation.
panel and switchboard The 125-amp B-frame
designs to provide en- circuit breaker uses economical, thermal
hanced circuit protection, magnetic-sensing elements in each of the various
connectivity, and worker one-, two-, three- and four-pole construction types.
safetyalong with tools for quicker installation and Designed to be exible, it offers a unique integrated DIN
commissioning to help address energy-management rail and traditional back-pan mounting capabilities without
challenges. The Series NRX allows advanced com- extra adapter brackets. The PowerPact B-frame circuit
munication and circuit-protection technology to be breaker features EverLink creep-compensating lug technol-
embedded directly within existing power distribution ogy. This patented, spring-based power-terminal system
equipment. The circuit breaker is engineered with an ensures a lasting connection by mitigating the loosening
intuitive user interface that allows for real-time power effects of heat cycling or vibration. The lugs are UL-listed
and energy metering as well as the ability to closely for use directly with stranded and also ne-stranded wire
monitor critical performance metrics. up to Class K.
Eaton, www.eaton.com Schneider Electric, www.schneider-electric.com/us
Automatic transfer
switch
The contactor-based, UL
1008-listed automatic transfer
switch (ATS) is specically
engineered for applications up
to 3,000 amps. The contactor-
based ATS is simple to oper-
ate and available in a broad
selection of congurations and
features to meet a wide array
of application types. The ATS
Diesel generator set is engineered for enhanced
Rated at 1,750 kW, 60 Hz for standby applications, the Cat safety and uptime, with the
3512C diesel generator set features an optimally sized front door of the switch form-
engine and a reduced overall footprint. The generator set ing an isolated compartment.
provides reliable power that can deliver lower installed costs Upon opening the front door, service personnel can
per electrical kilowatt, reduced fuel consumption, and lower turn the maintenance-isolation switch and electrically
emissions. The Cat 3512C generator set has a footprint isolate the control compartment while the transfer
of 151.56 sqft, saving up to 13% of installed space and switch is energized. This design enhances safety in
a weight of 31,240 lb, which cuts up to 6% of necessary the working environment when performing inspection
weight-supporting installation costs. Users may select the or routine maintenance.
standard 108F ambient radiator or an optional high-ambient Eaton, www.eaton.com
radiator that delivers full power with no derating at ambient
temperatures up to 122F.
Caterpillar Inc., www.cat.com/powergeneration
On-line UPS
The on-line, double-conversion SC UPS features advanced
Digital Signal Processor (DSP) and Surface Mount Device
(SMD) technologies. These combined technologies provide
high reliability, use fewer components, and offer a robust
system. The SC model is designed for protecting IT/IoT equip-
ment, telecommunications, servers, security systems, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Features include
multimode operation, intelligent self-diagnostic technology, an innovative battery-boost circuit that allows use of
fewer components, high reliability and mean time between failures, and a very large design margin for power com-
ponents for higher reliability. The SC model is based on one of the most advanced and high-frequency DSP.
Falcon Electric Inc., www.falconups.com
Industrial generator
The SDC20 industrial diesel generator is designed specically to meet the changing market needs for
cell-site backup power and is available in 20-kW ac or 15-kW dc options. From internal geometry to remov-
able access panels on the enclosure, every aspect of the SDC20 was designed to reduce shadow footprint,
leading to an overall size that is up to 50% smaller than alternative generators. The design also increases
consistency and reduces complexity. Integrated fork pockets and four-point lift connections are included in
the standard design to provide additional exibility during installation. The ability to service the generator from
a single side reduces the time and the cost of routine maintenance.
Generac Power Systems, www.generac.com
Large-facility UPS
The Galaxy VX UPS is an easy-to-deploy power-protec-
tion solution with exible operating modes that supports
efciency, exibility, and reliability in large facilities, data
centers, and industrial applications. The UPS offers
advanced electrical features that result in excellent power
conditioning, input power-factor correction, and high
power efciency. Its exible operating modes optimize
the efciency of information technology environments.
Through the highly efcient Double Conversion Mode, Galaxy VX reduces switching losses using a
four-level conversion technology. The reduced switching stress offers greater reliability and a reduction
in failure rates. Galaxy VX offers a traditional Eco Mode, which delivers up to 99% efciency.
Schneider Electric, www.schneider-electric.us
Indicator light
The Series 14 Indicator Compact provides safe and reli- Scalable monitoring system
able, high-intensity, homogeneous LED illumination in a Fluke Condition Monitoring is a system of rugged voltage, cur-
variety of bright, distinguishable colors that are projected rent, temperature, and power sensors that can be moved from
with 180-deg visibility due to an innovatively designed asset to asset or left in place for continuous monitoring. The
domed lens. Capitalizing on the latest LED technology, practical, scalable system delivers the continuous data and
audiences will experience quick recognition from far alarms that maintenance technicians need to prevent equip-
distances and in brightly lit areas. The unit can handle an ment downtime without costly equipment retrots or specialized
operational voltage range between 14 and 32 Vac/dc with training. Fluke Condition Monitoring consists of wireless sensors
a current consumption of less than 50 mA and features a and a gateway that receives signals from the sensors from up
range of customization options in addition to the varying to 30 ft away. It works seamlessly with other Fluke technolo-
colors, which include connectors and cables that are pre- gies. Maintenance technicians can setup the system and begin
sented to suit the unique needs and quality expectations monitoring quickly, with the sensors transmitting measurements
of an audience. to the cloud as frequently as one measurement per second.
EAO, http://eao.com Fluke Corp., www.uke.com
Clamped enclosure
The Crouse-Hinds series clamped
EBMX explosion-proof enclosure
is designed to operate in hazard-
ous areas to help oil and gas and
other industrial customers enhance
safety and dramatically improve
productivity. The EBMX technology
is designed to help customers avoid
unbolting enclosures to access
internal motor control components Nonmetallic signal platform
including circuit breakers, discon- The Global Series Signal Platform of nonmetallic
nect switches, motor starters, and signals is designed to meet global requirements in
combined starters. The clamped-en- hazardous atmospheres. Features include a strobe
closure technology allows customers to and LED beacon, sounder, amplied speaker, and
open and close enclosures faster than traditional loudspeaker. The Global Series Signal Platforms
bolted solutions while reducing the risk of installation errors. modular housing design allows individual signals to
The equipment also meets NFPA 70: National Electrical be combined into multisignal xtures, which reduces
Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code requirements and a customers installation and wiring burden. Multisig-
is built to withstand extreme temperatures from -50 to 60C. nal xtures with two to six signals can be combined
Eaton, www.eaton.com into myriad congurations. The congurations can
be ordered fully assembled and wired direct, or ac-
cessories can be used to eld-convert individual and
standard dual units into multisignal congurations.
Federal Signal Corp., www.fedsig.com
Braided hose
The VicFlex Series
AH2-CC Braided
Hose features a
captured coupling
attached to the end of
the hose. It also has
a 100% kink-resistant
design and a 2-in.
bend. In previous Flexible dry sprinkler
models, pipetters Designed for owners, engineers, contractors, and architects,
had to tape or dope the VicFlex Style VS1 Dry Sprinkler has a 2-in. UL bend radi-
the threads of the us and 100% kink-resistant annular corrugation. The VicFlex
branch line nipple Style VS1 replaces traditional dry sprinklers that are rigid
and thread it into the and typically installed in a horizontal or vertical orientation.
branch line outlet, us- The exible dry sprinkler allows installers to keep the system
ing a pipe wrench to tighten the connection. The water inside climate-controlled areas and farther from freez-
AH2-CC provides a pipetter-friendly option by ing conditions within the wall, eliminating freeze-ups and
eliminating the need to use a pipe wrench on the impaired systems. The exible dry sprinkler enables systems
branch line side, reducing installation time and to meet or exceed NFPA 13 installation requirements.
the potential for pipetter injuries. Longer sprinkler barrel lengths and a tight bend radius mean
Victaulic, www.victaulic.com pendent installations are now a reality.
Victaulic, www.victaulic.com
CyTime TM
Sequence of
Events Recorder
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ECM fan array
The software-selectable, factory-installed electronically commutated motor (ECM) fan array inte-
grated with semi-custom air handlers accommodates up to 20 ECM fans in 40 arrangements to meet
application requirements. The solution delivers space-saving cabinet design, greater efciencies, qui-
eter operation, and reduced maintenance; mission critical applications benet from n+1 redundancy.
Each fans ECM mounts directly to its impeller for compact design, eliminating nearly 3 ft of cabinet
space, which makes the unit 46% narrower than direct-drive cabinets with VFDs. Air-handlers with
the ECM fan array can gain 40% efciency (3- to 5-hp range) over direct-drive or belt-driven fans,
yielding signicant yearly energy savings.
Daikin, www.daikinapplied.com
Steam-dispersion panel
Designed and built for HVAC systems where moderate-capacity humidication requirements are
common, the Ultra-sorb MP is a framed steam-dispersion panel for pressurized and atmospheric
steam applications in air handling units or ducts. The Ultra-sorb MP features dispersion tubes spe-
cially engineered to provide maximum air contact at design capacity. These tubes are designed for
rapid, drip-free absorption so steam does not condense on downstream devices. The high-efciency
insulated dispersion tubes are available as an option, providing up to an 85% reduction in wasted
energy by signicantly reducing airstream heat gain and condensate production.
DriSteem, www.dristeem.com
Air-displacement system
DataSox distributes a large volume of air down into data center cold aisles, but with
low 400-fpm velocities that dont upset critical equipment intake and exhaust or room
return-air-containment balances. It also offers the exibility of directional spot-cooling
capabilities with adjustable nozzles for high-wattage servers. DataSox features
factory-engineered, energy-efcient - to -in. wg of static pressure and results in
cold-aisle temperatures 3 to 5F lower than traditional distribution, but with up to 40%
less CRAC ow rates, especially when complemented with VFD equipment. Using Da-
taSox helps data centers achieve lower PUE levels, which makes it an ideal sustain-
ability product for green construction projects.
DuctSox Corp., www.ductsox.com
Opposing-port tee
The ProPEX EP opposing-port tee was developed for PEX hydronic heating and cooling
applications with back-to-back installation-spacing constraints, such as vertical riser applica-
tions, vertical hi-stack fan coils, and heat pumps. One opposing-port tee does the job of four
ttings to change piping direction in a conned space, making it a time-, cost-, and labor-sav-
ing solution for engineers, installers, and building owners. The tee features the ProPEX tting
system, a method that uses the shape memory of PEX tubing to make a strong, reliable, and
watertight connection with a single tool. The ProPEX tee is available in 1-, 1.25-, 1.5-, and
2-in. ow-through sizes with 0.75-in. outlets.
Uponor, http://uponor-usa.com
Combination boiler
The AquaBalance combination boiler features the warmth of high-efciency space heat-
ing and the convenience of on-demand domestic hot water. The AquaBalance boiler
exceeds Energy Star-certication requirements at 94.4% annual fuel-use efciency
built with the stainless steel, titanium-infused, heat-exchanger technology. Additional
features and benets include compact design, multiple venting options, boiler controls
with digital display, quiet operation, and contractor-friendly access to panels, making in-
stallation and servicing clean and easy. AquaBalance provides a constant supply of hot
water by producing up to 4 gmp at 70F. By making the switch from a separate boiler
and hot-water tank to the system, the contractors installation process is streamlined.
Weil-McLain, www.weil-mclain.com
Dimming LED
The Halo ML56 LED with Dim-to-Warm (D2W) technology mimics the performance
of an incandescent halogen lamp source when dimmed, smoothly dimming from a
whiter LED color temperature to a warm, soft glow to create an inviting environment.
Dimming LED products reduce light output without changing the color when dimming
standard incandescent sources, and D2W technology provides crisp light at full power
of 3,000 K and dimming smoothly to 1,850 K. The Halo ML56 LED offers multiple lu-
men packages and color temperatures that are interchangeable with dedicated 5- and
6-in. downlight and directional trim.
Eaton, www.eaton.com/lighting
Linear LED
The Metalux WSL Linear WaveStream LED provides premium visual aesthetics designed to properly
illuminate a wide variety of workplace environments. The highly efcient LED system and advanced
optical design deliver an unparalleled combination of optimal light uniformity for enhanced visual
comfort. The advanced AccuAim optics allow for maximum energy savings while achieving
desired light levels. From retail to industrial applications, as either stand-alone or in a
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0- to 10-V dimmable driver, and integral sensor options available for improved
energy savings.
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High-output wallpack
At 7,500 to 14,500 lumens, the LNC4 Litepak is the largest and highest-output wallpack
in Hubbell Outdoor Lightings high-volume Litepak series. It features four different lumen
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backup for egress applications as well as a programmable occupancy sensor for even
greater energy savings when no motion is detected. A unique frosted acrylic diffuser is
available to soften output, improve uniformity, and protect the LED lens.
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Fixture module
The NX Fixture Module (NXFM) is designed to replace everything from stand-alone controls
to wired and wireless networks in indoor and outdoor applications. It provides on/off switching,
full-range (0 to 10 V) dimming control, and a built-in astronomical time clock. The NXFM can
function as a simple occupancy sensor, but it also includes a passive infrared occupancy and
daylight sensor. It also features IntelliDAPT self-adaptive technology, which gives the NXFM
the ability to learn its environment and adjust automatically. The sensor head includes a Blue-
tooth radio, enabling from-the-ground commissioning and control with a smartphone or tablet.
Hubbell Control Solutions, www.hubbell-automation.com
Dimming relay
wiSTAR is a wireless, self-powered lighting control system designed for stand-
alone indoor applications, such as ofces, conference rooms, break rooms,
classrooms, and other applications. wiSTAR devices harvest energy from their
surroundings. This relay is self-powered and requires no wires to operate. It can
be freely positioned, making for versatile layouts as compared with a wired solu-
tion. It also enables wireless dimming of LED luminaires using 0- to 10-V control.
wiSTAR also implements load shedding initiated by demand-response control-
lers; two molded buttons and one LED indicator light can be used for device
conguration and manual control, depending on user preference.
Hubbell Control Solutions, www.hubbell-automation.com
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The LPD Y-Strainer has the same face-to-face size as a standard Y-strain-
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building automation system must be permanent and safe, and air with a few components, this is a viable
(BAS) is an inherently technical handlers cannot stop functioning. solution. Wi-Fi has the capability of
system. As such, the BAS indus- So, what if you run dedicated power providing very high throughput, with
try always seems to serve as a battle- wires to the sensor/radio? Well, that future improvements bumping it up to 5
ground for technological standards. defeats the whole point of not running GHz. With so many standards available
Recent advancements in wireless communication wire. This is the essence to building automation, its best to con-
technology have set the stage for the of the power problem: a truly wireless sider this as a last resort. Introducing
next big clash: BAS wireless standards. device has neither communication wire more congestion is something to take
There are three big contenders for BAS nor power wire running to it. If you into account when introducing another
wireless connectivity including Zigbee, were going to run a power wire to the Wi-Fi network into the mix.
Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth low energy (BLE). device(s), you might as well run the
communication wire as well. Long-life Bluetooth low energy (BLE)
Benefits to wireless systems batteries and energy harvesting, how- The standard is fast moving, with the
Wireless systems in large buildings ever, are possible solutions. 5.0 specification and Bluetooth mesh
have become a rapidly moving target. Before considering which wireless both slated to be released within the
Engineers feel increasing pressure to run standard is best for an application, its year. As for the 4.2 specification, Blue-
buildings more efficiently and with less necessary to consider the power connec- tooth makes for good point-to-point
downtime, and wireless systems are seen tions. Each use case for wireless systems communication as well as beaconing
as a risk to those comfortable with the should be considered separately. sensors. If the solution requires an
reliability of wired products. Engineers exponential number of components,
should consider the benefits of wireless The Zigbee standard with consistent back-and-forth com-
solutions that includes bigger savings, a The Zigbee standard was specifically munication, this may not be the right
smaller environmental impact, sustain- developed for building automation with solution.
ability, and easier upgrades. low energy in mind. If the use case in There are various scenarios that one
mind is meant to provide communica- may face when engineering a BAS,
Deterrents for using wireless systems tion for many nodes, with a minimal and wireless components can be seen
The most significant deterrent to full amount of communication, Zigbee as one of the many solutions available
implementation of wireless systems in should be considered. In theory, Zigbee with several associated benefits.
buildings is the power problem. Wire- networks become stronger as more
less BAS sensors are stationary and can- components are connected. This helps Bryce Jacobs is a software engineer for
not be regularly recharged, and usually with scalability and distance concerns Computrols Inc. In this role, he is tasked
not located near convenient wall power. by using mesh technology. with new product development and the
In large buildings, there will be thou- ongoing maintenance and improvement
sands of wireless sensors and located in Wi-Fi of Computrols BAS.
areas that are nowhere near a wall out- For building automation, if the
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