Gira, full-range suppliers for intelligent building design and management, is revolutionising the wireless smart home with new voice control technology and designer control top units for the Gira eNet SMARTHOME. As work, study and play continue to blur in today’s…
The concept of a digital world that evolves from the definition of ubiquitous computing is known as the “Internet of Things” (IoT). It is a network of physical devices, vehicles, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity, which enables these objects to collect and exchange data.
Smart monitoring and IIoT technologies improve onshore wind turbine up-time
Operators of onshore wind turbines are always looking to maximise power output and profitability. Therefore, any tool that can reduce turbine maintenance requirements and improve reliability is incredibly useful. To deliver these benefits, Altra Renewables has employed Industrial Internet of…
KNX builds bridge between smart building and e-mobility
For the European Commission, electromobility is a crucial pillar on the way to an emission-free economy in 2050. It can make road traffic and transport cleaner and cheaper. But it can only make an effective contribution to climate protection if…
Smart building budget shortfalls put sustainability at risk
Building decision-makers list budget constraints and buy-in from senior leadership as the two biggest barriers to their adoption of smart technologies, according to a new research report from Johnson Controls. The report, ‘Thinking Smart: How the foundations of the UK will…
Proptech startup ushers in smart building era with cash boost
The fast-growing PropTech company, WeMaintain, based in Paris and London, has raised €30m in Series B funding. The raise follows WeMaintain’s acquisition of fire alarm solutions company Shokly, and allows WeMaintain to accelerate its international expansion and extend its proprietary…
Trust enters UK smarthome market with launch of its smart lighting range
Trust has announced the launch of its new smarthome WiFi line in the UK with its smart WiFi lighting products, making smart lighting available for everyone. The new smart LED bulbs and smart plug can be controlled via one app…
