Case: IoT solution for ventilation systems
For a producer of ventilation systems, E.D.&A. developed and produced an electronic controller that measures and regulates the temperature, flow and pressure of the ventilators.
In this case, the ventilation system can be accessed using several options. An external connection can be set up on the platform via add-on boards: a KNX interface provides the link to the building management system, an add-on with an Ethernet connection provides a fixed connection to the internet and via a Wi-Fi interface a wireless option is also available.
Adjustments via App
An end user can use an app to adjust a limited number of basic settings such as the ventilation level (Auto - Speed I - Speed II - boost), the weekly planner and the heating and cooling temperature. There is also notification of various alarm situations such as a filter alarm, frost warning, etc.
Remote diagnostics
The service technician has more extensive configuration options for the commissioning and can also perform analyses remotely. A whole range of parameters such as bypass, timers, flow control and frost protection can be set from a tablet or PC. Targeted software updates are also possible.
Predictive maintenance
The manufacturer of the ventilation system can set up additional business cases by using targeted data analysis. Predictive maintenance with a service contract and the sale of accessories are just a few examples. Optimising performance for application in new developments is also possible.
For this purpose, data such as operating time, an overview of alarms, internal and external temperatures, etc. are a source of information for the manufacturer.
