Building Automation Systems
Historically, a Building Automation System (BAS) adds monitoring and control features to heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) systems. Today, some BASs can also integrate with other building systems such as lighting, blinds, security, fire, etc. These BASs can be used to save energy by allowing users to monitor system parameters, identify faults, and implement schedules/programs.
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The Distech Controls Eclypse Building Automation System solution consists of the EC-Gfx programming software and a range of other programs, building controllers, general controllers, and application specific controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems using a combination of open communication protocols and proprietary protocols.
- BACnet (IP & MS/TP), Modbus (TCP/IP & RTU), Wi-Fi communication options between ECY-S1000 building controller and lower-level controllers
- Free software with no limitations on number of control points, buildings, etc. (includes: EC-Gfx, Eclipse designer, Xpressgfx, Builder, my DC control application, Eclipse commissioning)
- Free software with no limitations on number of control points, buildings, etc. (includes: EC-Gfx, Eclipse designer, Xpressgfx, Builder, my DC control application, Eclipse commissioning) RESTful Application Programming Interface (API)
- Manufacturer advertised Automated Demand Response (ADR)
- Cyber security includes FIPS 140-2
The Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation System solution consists of the Launcher/System Configuration Tool control software and a range of building controllers, general controllers and application specific controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems using a combination of open communication protocols and proprietary protocols.
- BACnet (IP & MS/TP) and N2 communication options between SNC-25151 building controller and lower-level controllers
- REST Application Programming Interface (API)
- Cyber security features include FIPS 140-2 and BACnet Secure Connect for data encryption
- I/O ports built-in-to SNC25151building controller with optional I/O expansion modules
- Manufacturer direct procurement, installation, commissioning, training, checkout and service contract
The Reliable Controls MACH-Pro Building Automation System solution consists of the RC-Studio control software and a range of building controllers, general controllers and application specific controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems using a combination of open communication protocols and proprietary protocols.
- The RC-Studio programming software and RC-Toolkit commissioning software have a onetime purchase cost
- BACnet (IP, MS/TP, DHCP, Ethernet, PTP), Smart-Net, Modbus (TCP/IP, RTU) communication options between MACH-ProWebSys building controller and lower-level controllers
- I/O ports built-in-to MACH-ProWebSys building controller with optional I/O expansion modules
- Manufacturer advertised Automated Demand Response (ADR)
- Cyber security features include Auto log-off (with RC-Studio) and FIPS 201 (With RC-Passport)
The Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Automation System solution consists of the WorkStation Building Operation control software and a range of building controllers, general controllers and application specific controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems using a combination of open communication protocols and proprietary protocols.
- BACnet (IP & MS/TP), Modbus (TCP & RTU), LonWorks FTT-10 communication options between AS-P/B building controllers and lower level controllers
- RESTful Application Programming Interface (API)
- Cyber security add-ons include encryption for small to larger enterprises with Ecostruxture Security Expert
- I/O ports built-in-to AS-B EcoStruxure building controller with optional I/O expansion modules
- Manufacturer direct procurement, installation, commissioning, training, checkout and service contract
The Tridium Niagara Building Automation System solution consists of the open-source Niagara N4 software and two building/general controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems by offering multiple different open communication protocols.
- BACnet (IP, MS/TP), Modbus (TCP/IP, RTU), LonWorks communication options between JACE 8000 building controller and lower-level controllers
- Open-source all-in-one Niagara N4 control software (commissioning, programing, monitoring, dashboards, and energy management)
- Open Application Programming Interface (API)
- Cyber security add-ons include accreditation under the Federal Risk Management Framework (RMF) and FIPS 140-2 Level 1 conformance
- I/O terminals built-in-to Niagara Edge10 controller