Prototype of a smart KNX building in a Smart Grid

Other project in De Pinte, Belgium

Project category Other
Project type New project
Year of completion 2017
Size of project(m2) 501 – 1.000
Number of KNX devices used 26 – 100
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KNX Transmission media
Twisted pair
Man hours 101 – 250
Man power 1 – 5
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Project characteristics

This diagram shows the level of energy efficiency, innovation and ease of use in the project. The main characteristic is displayed in the centre.

Applications used

The icons marked in blue are the applications used in this project via KNX.

Lighting
Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC)
Blind and Shutter Control
Security and Safety
Operation and Visualisation
Automation and Remote Access
Energy Management/Smart Metering
Other

Detailed description

Energy Efficiency

The usage of automated functions already save energy in every installation. Especially the usage of KNX has a lot of potential for further energy savings, which can contribute to a better environmental footprint. Be extending KNX to more functions and applications, energy savings of up to 60% can be realised. Thanks to the flexibility of KNX, these functions can easily be implemented in this installation

Innovation

Smart homes and buildings are always an upgrade in comparison to a conventional installation. Not only automated functions and a higher level of comfort contribute to a higher living standard, but also the possibility to be ready for coming innovations. Thanks to the usage of KNX, the door has been opened to integrate new innovative solutions, using the worldwide STANDARD for home and building control.

Ease of Use

By integrating KNX, we automatically experience a higher energy efficiency and comfort. Furthermore, by the possibility to use further devices, in order to make the usage of the project easier, we can look at further opportunity to even make the whole installation easier in usage.

Applications used

  • Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC): Central & Automatic Control , Individual Room Control / Zone Control , Floor Heating Control , Boiler and burner Control
  • Operation and Visualisation: PC Visualisation , Web Servers , Tablets and smart phones
  • Automation and Remote Access: Logical Functions , System Supervision , Internet Access , Remote Programming , Messaging (e.g. SMS)
  • Energy Management/Smart Metering: Metering , Data Logging , Visualisation , Current Detection , Peak Demand Monitoring , Load Shedding , Energy Harvesting (Avoiding use of batteries) , Use of Renewable Energies , Battery Storage
  • Other: Home Appliances Control

Customer's description

Renewable energy sources like sun- and wind-energy require management of the demand side. Smart demand management is often rewarded by significant financial benefits by the grid regulator. KNX is the most versatile protocol for smart measuring- and control of electrical loads like heat-pumps, car-battery chargers and home-batteries.

Contact information

Company name CDI-Projects
Company email luc@cdi-projects.be
Company website http://www.cdi-projects.be
Contact name Luc Vercruyssen
Contact function System Integrator