10 Reasons for Automation in Buildings with Loxone technology
Automation in buildings allows for maximum efficiency without complicated controls (and extra effort!) in areas of lighting, HVAC, energy monitoring, security and much more. In other words, these functions happen as they should on their own. At the same time, the building is able to optimize its environment, integrating systems in an efficient, safe and sustainable way. This functionality becomes simplified and seamless with Loxone.
Below, we’re breaking down 10 reasons to choose Loxone for your building automation system:
1. Minimize manual control by using simple software
Gone are the days when it is always necessary to manually control lighting, room temperature and more. For example, throughout the day, we’re used to making extra effort just to be aware of turning off the lights or the air conditioning to save on energy costs. With Loxone, this can all be easily configured to happen automatically by using simplified tools in Loxone Config.
The brain behind every installation, the Miniserver, knows exactly how all other hardware should operate and informs you when actions are needed for maintenance, changes of filters, etc. So paired with intuitive software tools, it’s easier than ever to create a complete system that works together and meets a wide range of needs for automation in buildings.
Example: HVAC and motorized blinds work together to save on heating & cooling
Using motorized blinds, sunlight contributes to the warmth in the room, so the HVAC will know when to activate or deactivate with help from automated blinds as a first effort to heat or cool the room. This intelligent interaction only takes a couple of clicks and drags with intuitive Function Blocks in Loxone Config.
2. Flexible and scalable for any sized project
No matter the size of your building automation project, the Miniserver is your building block for endless possibilities and flexibility. Expansion of any system is possible with a wide range of Extensions. Especially when it comes to larger buildings, where partial zone control and total control may be required, the Miniservers can be used in a Gateway-Client grouping. An example of this can be an apartment complex or even a stadium.
3. Advanced, customizable lighting control
Let’s start with lighting moods for any occasion. In any building, it’s possible to combine different light fixtures, high- or low-voltage, with varying colors and intensities. With completely flexible control of individual or grouped lights, adapting to the needs of each project brings even more possibilities to hotels, restaurants, pubs, offices, stores and more.
An intelligently lit space provides benefits beyond the aesthetic level. Specifically when it comes to wellness and productivity, tunable white lighting effect can support circadian rhythm and improve wellness in the home, office and other environments.
Read about a doctor’s office transformation with Loxone lighting control.
The most unique need presented by my client on this project was a lighting system that is customizable, controlled remotely from his phone and could be zoned off by room while still having the ability to set scenes for the entire building. Highlighting a replica Thor hammer with special lighting effects was a centerpiece to this project. This level of customization is what my client was most excited about.
Jameel Gibbs
Loxone Partner, Smart Home Solutions
By using the intelligent technology of Loxone, we have created an additional support for residents and caregivers. The technology performs many tasks in the background and supports our residents. We can give the residents even more security. This is especially important in times when there is no caregiver on site. In an emergency, the caregivers are automatically notified.
Brigitte Sowboda
Loxone user, LifeHelp
4. All-around building protection
Beyond events such as burglary, the system can react to potential dangers such as water leaks or frost. If a danger is detected, the system can be programmed to send a mobile alert, and when needed, turn off the water supply, sound an alarm and more. This all-around protection is covered by a wide range of sensors.
Additionally, sensors play a key role in other areas in the case of filter changes, elevators, ventilation systems, air conditioning or heating, renewable energy systems and more.
If there is ever a malfunction in a single component, many times the person responsible for the maintenance realizes it only once the failure has already happened. The result is often costly damage – completely avoided with Loxone!
5. Individual room control for temperature and more
With Loxone control of each zone, you can expect the right temperature in any room at any time of the day. Combined with intelligent HVAC and motorized blinds, you get even greater energy efficiency. This brings unmatched comfort and savings.
Presence of people in the room, external climate conditions and the target indoor temperature according to the time of day are all factors in how the heating & cooling system regulates itself.
6. Keep your data private
7. Simplify energy management and save
8. Intelligent, personalized access control
9. Remote control in the Loxone App
10. Multiroom audio functions beyond music
