System Integration & Optimization
The power of connected building systems working in harmony
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Section 4 of 5The Integration Advantage
The true power of building automation emerges when individual systems are integrated into a cohesive ecosystem. Integration enables systems to share data, coordinate actions, and optimize performance holistically—achieving 30-50% greater energy savings than standalone systems while improving occupant comfort and operational efficiency.
Integration Protocols
- 🔌BACnet: Open standard for HVAC and building control
- 💡DALI: Digital lighting control protocol
- 🌐IoT/MQTT: Cloud connectivity and edge computing
- 🔗Modbus/LonWorks: Legacy system integration
Integration Examples
HVAC + Occupancy
Automatic zone conditioning based on real-time occupancy
Lighting + Daylight
Seamless dimming coordinated with window shading
Energy + Weather
Predictive optimization using forecast data
Interactive Integration Network Visualizer
Explore different integration levels and see how systems connect
Integration Level
Building System NetworkClick a system to see its connections
Total Connections
4
Active integration points
Energy Savings
10-15%
vs standalone systems
Complexity
Low
Implementation effort
Key Benefits of Basic Integration
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Lower Cost
Minimal integration infrastructure
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Simple Setup
Easy to implement and maintain
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