Demand for greater energy efficiency drives building automation market

The European building automation market earned revenues of US$1.8bn in 2012 and is expected to reach US$2.1bn in 2017, according to new analysis, European Building Automation Systems Market, from consulting firm Frost & Sullivan.

World-first trial uses smart grid for EV trial

An Australian-developed electric vehicle charger can halve electric vehicle (EV) charging costs, a world-first Victorian Department of Transport trial has found. The ChargeIQ EV charger was also found to optimise utilities’ network performance.

Stop the silent killer

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, tasteless and extremely toxic gas. It is absorbed by red blood cells in the lungs in preference to oxygen - this results in rapid damage to the heart and brain from oxygen starvation.

Marechal DB Decontactor MAC-3 motor switches

The MAC-3 motor switches, part of the Marechal DB Decontactor range, ensure the safety of personnel during an operation on the load whether it be motor load or other highly inductive load.

Bticino Sfera All Metal and Sfera Robur modular entrance panels

Bticino’s Sfera All Metal and Sfera Robur modular entrance panels, available from HPM Legrand, offer a selection of functions and finishes to suit every type of building and installation.

Schneider Electric SmartStruxure building management solution

Adlink Technology BFS-15W02 Smart Touch Computer

Adlink Technology has launched the 15.6″ Smart Touch Computer BFS-15W02. With low-power Intel Atom D2550 processor, it allows fanless operation up to 50°C while providing longevity support. Unlike some conventional panel PCs, this ultraslim Smart Touch Computer not only looks appealing, it also provides IP54 protection and reliability.

Outsmarted

Smart homes have been the talk of technology for decades, but never really hit the widestream acceptance that was predicted. From the heady space-age promises of the Jetsons to simple single-lamp lighting controls - did we outstmart ourselves?

Clipsal C-Bus 360° surface-mount detectors

Clipsal’s range of C-Bus detectors has been extended to include 360° surface-mount options. Based on existing detection technology and enclosure design, the sensors provide an immediate solution for surface-mount applications. They readily mount on solid surfaces such as masonry or wood.

Funding powers development of energy monitoring and management system

Launceston-based Definium Technologies has received $134,135 from the Clean Technology Innovation Fund to develop technology aimed at reducing the cost of power in commercial buildings.

Expert comments on cyberthreats to smart grids and intelligent buildings

While intelligent building design and the use of smart grids are seen as the way forward for energy efficiency and facilities management, the potential risk of malicious attacks on these systems is frequently overlooked.