With a growing demand for energy conservation and a reduction in operating costs, condominiums are always searching for energy saving methods. Energy efficiency in high-rise multi-residential buildings can be achieved through a variety of retrofits including lighting, variable frequency drives, carbon monoxide monitoring systems, and occupancy sensors. However, one method that is often overlooked is the use of an Energy Management System (EMS) or Building Automation System (BAS) – these are systems that can improve energy efficiency within the building’s mechanical plant.
A mechanical plant is a complex system
of boilers, chillers, pumps, valves, and fans that provides heating, cooling, ventilation,
and water throughout the building. When the building systems are functioning
properly, residents won’t notice them, but when they're not, they can cause a
lot of complaints – just imagine the last time there was no hot water in the
building.
A building automation system allows for control and integration of the building plant. By scheduling, adjusting, and monitoring the major mechanical plant equipment, the system will become more efficient, reduce energy consumption, and reduce operating costs all without sacrificing resident comfort. The mechanical systems are generally set to meet the highest demand expected for a given season and not necessarily the actual demand at a given time. Essentially, the different elements of mechanical equipment are designed to run at full speed and power at all times which can result in wasted energy consumption. Although most building automation systems are designed primarily for HVAC (heating, ventilation, air condition) control, many systems can also incorporate additional functions, such as lighting control, computerized maintenance scheduling, life-safety functions, and security access control.
The biggest benefit of a building
automation system is energy savings. Most engineering sources estimate that the
total energy savings to between 5-15% of the building’s annual energy
consumption. This means thousands of dollars in annual savings.
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Building Automation Systems are centralized, interlinked, networks of hardware and software, which monitor and control the environment in commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. While managing various building systems, the automation system ensures the operational performance of the facility as well as the comfort and safety of building occupants. It is also what you say as energy saving devise. Thanks for sharing your article with us it is a great information.
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