Automation
Seamless systems for smarter spaces.
Building Automation Integration
Driving Efficiency in Every Square Foot
Building automation integration unites HVAC, lighting, access control, energy, and safety systems into one intelligent, centralized platform. By incorporating make-up air units, exhaust fans, damper control, and minimum enthalpy strategies, manufacturers can maintain precise airflow, optimize air quality, and maximize energy efficiency. PLCs, sensors, and IoT-enabled BMS provide real-time visibility, allowing teams to fine-tune conditions, cut energy costs, and ensure stable, comfortable workspaces.
These integrated systems also boost safety and compliance by detecting hazards, triggering alerts, and automatically adjusting critical systems. BACnet integration ensures seamless communication across devices and future scalability. With adaptable architectures that support new layouts and production demands, manufacturers achieve efficient, resilient, and future-ready facilities.
What Do We Do?
Example Project Here
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Our team recently completed a full safety and controls modernization project for an automotive OEM’s vehicle lifter systems. The project involved replacing legacy Allen-Bradley PLC5 controllers with modern GuardLogix platforms and upgrading outdated PanelMate HMIs to user-friendly PanelView Plus interfaces. We also integrated advanced safety features, including light curtains, area scanners, emergency stop buttons, and Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality.
Additional Hardware / Software Highlights
PLC: Allen-Bradley GuardLogix with integrated safety control
HMI: PanelView Plus for improved diagnostics and system visibility
Safety: Light curtains, area scanners, and STO for comprehensive operator protection
Results at a Glance
40% reduction in mean time to repair (MTTR)
Fully compliant with ISO 13849-1 and ANSI/RIA R15.06 safety standards
Enhanced system uptime and simplified maintenance
This turnkey upgrade not only improved safety and reliability but also positioned the lifter systems for future expansion and Industry 4.0 integration.
What Automation Brings to Your Business
What is building automation integration and how does it work?
Building automation integration connects systems like HVAC, lighting, access control, and energy management into one centralized platform. Using sensors, PLCs, and communication protocols such as BACnet or Modbus, these systems share data and respond in real time.
A Building Management System (BMS) provides a unified interface for monitoring and control. This integration improves efficiency, safety, and comfort while reducing energy use and operational costs, making it easier to manage complex facilities with smarter, automated responses.
Which building systems can be integrated through automation?
A wide range of building systems can be integrated through automation, including HVAC, lighting, access control, fire safety, energy management, and security systems. Integration allows these systems to communicate and operate in sync, improving overall building performance.
For example, lighting and HVAC can adjust automatically based on occupancy or time of day, while access control can trigger environmental settings in specific zones. This interconnected approach enhances efficiency, safety, and user comfort while simplifying management and reducing energy and maintenance costs.
Can building automation systems be customized for industrial facilities?
Yes, building automation systems can be fully customized to meet the specific needs of industrial facilities. Solutions can be tailored to integrate HVAC, lighting, access control, energy monitoring, and process-related systems. Custom automation allows facilities to optimize energy usage, maintain strict environmental conditions, and enhance security and safety.
Whether it’s managing high ceilings, hazardous zones, or production-sensitive areas, automation platforms can be engineered to support complex layouts, heavy-duty equipment, and evolving operational requirements
Is it possible to retrofit older buildings with modern automation systems?
Yes, older buildings can be retrofitted with modern building automation systems. Upgrades often involve installing new sensors, controllers, and communication networks that integrate with existing infrastructure. Wireless technologies and open protocols like BACnet and Modbus make retrofitting more flexible and cost-effective. Retrofits improve energy efficiency, comfort, and operational visibility without requiring a full system replacement.
This allows facility managers to bring outdated buildings up to modern standards while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.