Building Automation & HVAC Control Solutions
Smart building automation systems, HVAC controls, energy management solutions, and BMS integration for commercial buildings, hospitals, data centers, and industrial facilities.
Intelligent Building Control Systems
Reduce energy costs, improve occupant comfort, and extend equipment life with advanced building automation solutions from leading manufacturers.
Building Automation Applications
HVAC Control
Automated control of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
- Chiller plant optimization
- VAV box control
- Economizer control
Energy Management
Monitor and optimize building energy consumption in real-time.
- Load shedding & demand response
- Power monitoring
- Peak demand management
Lighting Control
Automated lighting systems with occupancy sensing and daylight harvesting.
- DALI/DMX integration
- Scheduling & scenes
- Motion sensors
Access Control
Integrated security and access management systems.
- Card reader integration
- Elevator control
- Event logging
Building Automation Products
Building Management System (BMS) Controllers
- Schneider Electric EcoStruxure: Complete BMS platform with open BACnet/IP architecture
- Siemens Desigo CC: Building automation system for HVAC, lighting, and fire safety integration
- Honeywell EBI: Enterprise building integration with advanced analytics
- Johnson Controls Metasys: Industry-leading BMS with mobile access and cloud connectivity
- Allen-Bradley MicroLogix/CompactLogix: Cost-effective PLCs for standalone HVAC applications
Variable Frequency Drives for HVAC
- Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102: Purpose-built drives for fans, pumps, and compressors with HVAC-specific features
- Vacon 100 HVAC: Easy-to-configure drives with built-in PID control for HVAC applications
- ABB ACS355 HVAC Drives: Compact wall-mounted drives with simple commissioning
- Schneider Altivar 312 HVAC: Energy-efficient drives with pump and fan optimization
- Siemens SINAMICS G120C: Modular drives with IO-Link for smart HVAC integration
Sensors & Actuators
- Temperature sensors (RTD, thermistor, 0-10V)
- Humidity sensors (RH transmitters)
- CO2 sensors for demand-controlled ventilation
- Pressure sensors (duct, room, static)
- Motorized damper actuators (24VAC, Modbus)
- Valve actuators (2-way, 3-way, floating/proportional)
Human-Machine Interfaces
- Touch panel HMIs for local control
- Web-based dashboards (HTML5)
- Mobile apps (iOS/Android)
- Wall-mounted room controllers
HVAC Applications & Energy Savings
Chiller Plant Optimization
VFD control of chillers, condenser pumps, and cooling towers for maximum efficiency:
- Energy Savings: 30-50% reduction in chiller plant energy consumption
- Sequencing Logic: Optimal chiller staging based on load conditions
- Condenser Water Reset: Automatically adjust condenser water temperature
- Free Cooling: Economizer control when outdoor temps allow
Recommended Products: Danfoss FC 102 drives with cascade PID, Schneider PowerLogic meters
Air Handling Unit (AHU) Control
Complete AHU automation including supply/return fans, mixed air dampers, and heating/cooling coils:
- VAV Systems: Variable air volume control with static pressure reset
- Economizer Control: Maximize free cooling with outdoor air
- Demand Control Ventilation: CO2-based outdoor air control
- Filter Monitoring: Pressure differential sensors for filter change alerts
Recommended Products: Siemens Desigo controllers with BACnet/IP, Belimo actuators
Boiler & Heating Systems
Efficient control of boilers, pumps, and distribution systems:
- Lead/Lag Control: Automatic boiler staging based on demand
- Outdoor Air Reset: Adjust hot water temperature based on outdoor conditions
- Variable Speed Pumping: VFD control of primary/secondary loops
- Burner Management: Safe startup and shutdown sequences
Recommended Products: Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, Danfoss VLT drives, Honeywell flame safeguard
Building Types & Specific Solutions
Commercial Office Buildings
Challenges: Variable occupancy, energy cost reduction, tenant comfort
Solutions: BACnet BMS with scheduling, occupancy sensors, web-based dashboards for facility managers
Typical Savings: 25-40% reduction in HVAC energy costs
Hospitals & Healthcare
Challenges: Critical temperature/humidity control, air quality, infection control (negative/positive pressure rooms)
Solutions: Redundant controls, isolation room pressure monitoring, 24/7 alarm monitoring
Compliance: ASHRAE 170, Joint Commission standards
Data Centers
Challenges: Precision cooling, high availability, hot aisle/cold aisle management
Solutions: N+1 redundant CRAC units, VFD underfloor fans, real-time thermal mapping
Key Metrics: PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) monitoring and optimization
Schools & Universities
Challenges: Occupied/unoccupied scheduling, limited maintenance budgets
Solutions: Simple BMS with scheduling, remote alerts, energy dashboards for sustainability tracking
Typical Savings: 20-30% energy reduction through optimized schedules
Hotels & Hospitality
Challenges: Guest comfort, room-by-room control, energy waste in vacant rooms
Solutions: Keycard-activated HVAC, guestroom automation, central plant optimization
ROI: Typical payback period of 2-4 years
Retail & Shopping Centers
Challenges: Large open spaces, varying loads, multiple tenants
Solutions: Rooftop unit (RTU) controllers, VAV systems, tenant sub-metering
Features: Remote monitoring for multi-site facilities
Communication Protocols for Building Automation
ElectroWell products support all major building automation protocols:
Open Protocols
- BACnet/IP: Industry-standard protocol for BMS
- BACnet MS/TP: RS-485 fieldbus for controllers
- Modbus TCP/RTU: Widely supported for integration
- LonWorks: Legacy building control networks
- KNX: European standard for building automation
HVAC-Specific Protocols
- DALI: Digital Addressable Lighting Interface
- BACNET/MSTP: Master-Slave/Token-Passing
- Tridium Niagara: Open framework for integration
- OPC UA: Industrial connectivity to BMS
Energy Management & Sustainability
Meet your sustainability goals with intelligent energy management:
Energy Monitoring & Analytics
- Sub-metering: Track energy by building, floor, or tenant
- LEED Compliance: Meet LEED EB:O&M measurement requirements
- ISO 50001: Energy management system certification support
- Real-Time Dashboards: kWh, kW demand, cost, CO2 emissions
- Benchmarking: Compare performance to ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
Demand Response Programs
- Automatic load shedding during utility peak events
- Pre-cooling strategies to shift load
- Integration with utility OpenADR 2.0 signals
- Revenue generation from DR participation
Typical HVAC Energy Savings with VFDs
| Application | Energy Savings | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|
| Chilled Water Pumps | 40-50% | 1-2 years |
| Cooling Tower Fans | 30-40% | 1-3 years |
| AHU Supply Fans | 35-45% | 2-3 years |
| Hot Water Pumps | 25-35% | 2-4 years |
Note: Actual savings depend on system load profile, operating hours, and existing control strategy.
Why Choose ElectroWell for Building Automation?
? Building Automation Expertise
Specialists in HVAC controls, energy management, and BMS integration for all building types.
? Sustainability Focus
Help you meet LEED, ENERGY STAR, and net-zero goals with energy-efficient solutions.
? Multi-Protocol Support
Products compatible with BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and proprietary protocols.
? Application Support
Engineers available to assist with VFD sizing, control sequences, and system integration.
System Integration & Technical Support
Our team can help you with:
- VFD sizing for pumps, fans, and compressors (HP, voltage, control requirements)
- PLC/controller selection for custom HVAC applications
- Protocol gateways for integrating legacy equipment
- Sensor and actuator specifications
- Wiring diagrams and panel layouts
- Startup and commissioning support
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Case Studies
Office Building HVAC Retrofit
Building: 150,000 sq ft, 12-story office tower
Challenge: High energy costs, tenant comfort complaints, aging pneumatic controls
Solution: Schneider EcoStruxure BMS with BACnet/IP controllers, Danfoss VFDs on all pumps and fans
Results: 42% reduction in HVAC energy, improved comfort scores, remote monitoring capability, $85K annual savings, 2.8-year payback
Hospital Critical Environment Control
Facility: 300-bed regional hospital
Challenge: Maintain isolation room pressure, ensure 100% outdoor air in surgical suites
Solution: Siemens Desigo with redundant controllers, differential pressure sensors, critical alarm notifications
Results: ASHRAE 170 compliance, zero pressure-related incidents, predictive maintenance alerts