From the days of pneumatic tubing and controls to the finest digital building control system, there have been quite a few technology leaps; yet, the fact remains the same: the … Read More
Can a facility operator like, follow and connect with their building?
The Internet of Things has provided the opportunity for facility managers to access building-automation data outside of the control room. Remote access to this information is creating a type of … Read More
Your Building’s Data in the Cloud
More and more services are being delivered via cloud providers these days—do you use on-line banking? Keep up with your family and friends via social media? Prospect for new customer … Read More
Smart Plant Controllers – Are we there yet?
Applied equipment systems still have a place in modern construction, but can equipment manufacturers really provide a productized plant solution?
Luxury Meets Systems Expertise
McKenney’s installed a complex HVAC system at the St. Regis Hotel & Residences during construction in Atlanta.
The Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) concept isn’t a new one, with the idea of connected, smart buildings and homes being something people have dreamed about since The Jetsons. In the … Read More
Third Party Integration Software Drivers – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
In the quest for more open systems, many building owners are stuck with stranded investments in aging building management systems (BMS), which were developed and sold before the time of … Read More
Validating Energy Savings
Check out one of the latest projects by our Automation & Control Solutions team — an assessment, repair and upgrade to mechanical equipment and controls at the Cobb Galleria Centre … Read More
Of Intelligent Equipment and Smarter Buildings
This year, I attended Realcomm, an industry conference focused upon the application of technology in the real estate industry. This event is co-located IBcon, a newly minted gathering focused on the … Read More