What is building automation

Knowing what building automation is is critical for beginners looking to understand KNX. Building automation is the automatic centralized control of a building’s HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems, as well as all electrical, lighting, shading, access control, security systems and other systems integrated through a system. management system or building automation system such as KNX.

The main objectives of building automation are greater occupant comfort, efficient operation of the building’s electrical and electronic systems, reduced energy consumption, reduced operating and maintenance costs, increased security, performance reporting, remote access/control/operation and increase in the life cycle of equipment and related utilities.

Building automation is an example of a distributed control system – a computer network made up of electronic devices designed to monitor and control a building’s systems.