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KNX Integration to BMS
Public building in Kinnegad, Westmeath
Applications Used
Lighting
Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC)
Security and Safety
Operation and Visualisation
Energy Management/Smart Metering
Other
Automation and Remote Access
Blind and Shutter Control
Project Details
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Project Category | Public building |
| Project Type | Commercial |
| Year of Completion | 2025 |
| Project Size | 501 – 1.000 |
| Number of KNX Devices Used | 26 – 100 |
| KNX Transmission Media | Twisted pair |
| Man Hours | 1 – 100 |
| Man Power | 1 – 5 |
Featured in this project
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.
Applications Used
- Lighting
- Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC) - Central & Automatic Control, Timed Operation Modes, Weather Dependent Control, Individual Room Control / Zone Control, Valve Drive Control / Fan Coil Control, CO2 / Humidity Measuring, Floor Heating Control
- Security and Safety - Smoke/Fire Detection
- Operation and Visualisation - Switches / Push Buttons, PC Visualisation
- Energy Management/Smart Metering - Visualisation
- Other
- Automation and Remote Access - Logical Functions
- Blind and Shutter Control - Individual Control, Group & Central Control, Automatic Programs, Wind and Rain Protection
Customers Description
A recent project at Kinnegad Library implemented a fully integrated environmental control system using **KNX**. The installation included a weather station that automatically manages window actuators for natural ventilation, while also allowing manual override through binary inputs for on-demand control. Underfloor heating (UFH) manifolds were configured with zoned control, providing precise temperature management throughout the library spaces. All systems were seamlessly integrated into the building management system (BMS) via BACnet, enabling centralised monitoring, control, and data logging. This setup ensures optimal comfort, energy efficiency, and operational visibility, while giving facility managers the flexibility to adjust heating and ventilation strategies in real time according to both environmental conditions and occupancy requirements.
Contact Information
| Company Name | ABE Engineering |
| Company Email | andrew@abeengineering.ie |
| Company Website | https://abeengineering.ie/ |
| Contact Name | Andrew Byrne |
| Contact Function | System Integrator |
