All Articles Tagged Energy Management

Robert Archer | 05/15 03:29 AM, 0 Comments

As the technologies mature and consumer awareness continues to grow, the demand for energy management solutions will increase. One of the company’s helping to drive the maturation of the technology, as well as consumer awareness is Schneider Electric. Earlier this spring the Palatine, Ill.-based company announced several updates to its Wiser Home Management System. Schneider describes the Wiser system as a “cruise control” system for a home’s energy systems and as part of the updates the company has augmented its web portal and expanded the availability of its control apps… View this story

Robert Archer | 05/02 05:49 AM, 0 Comments

Before the term smart grid entered the vocabulary of the general public, the Petaluma, Calif.-based manufacturer Panamax introduced the first of its now growing array of BlueBOLT products which combine the benefits of surge protection and energy management. The latest additions to the BlueBOLT product line are the MD2-ZB Smart Plug and the BB-ZB1 BlueBOLT Gateway. Panamax says like the other products in the BlueBOLT family, the Smart Plug and Gateway deliver surge protection and energy management to individual outlets in homes and offices. “The MD2-ZB Smart Plug and BB-ZB1… View this story

Bjørn Jensen | 09/10 08:53 AM, 14 Comments

As CEDIA Expo 2012 came to an end, I decided to prepare a short round-up of what I saw as new and exciting to our industry. There were so many products shown this year, it’s hard to focus on only a few; I managed narrow it down to just these six. 1. Savant SmartView Tiling software This new SmartView video-tiling application from Savant Systems was so exciting for me, CE Pro gave it its own story. You can read about it here. 2. Universal Remote Control’s DMS-AV Receiver with Home… View this story

CE Pro Editors | 06/14 06:25 AM,

CoolMaster Gateway from Cool Automation is a versatile climate control device that enables easy and smooth interface of VRV / VRF air conditioning systems from renowned brands like Daikin, Mitsubishi, LG, Toshiba and others via RS-232 or USB communications with home PCs, embedded PCs, home automation control centers and BMS (Building Management Systems). Companies like Control4 HAI, Vantage, RTI and others include this device as part of their home automation system providing the homeowners with a single set point to control and monitor the entire HVAC systems in their homes.… View this story

Robert Archer | 06/07 10:48 AM,

Since its reentry into the residential custom electronics market, the N.C.-based manufacturer SurgeX has leveraged the technologies it has developed for the commercial electronics market to provide residential electronics professionals with a choice of products that combine proven technologies and reliability. Recent product developments from the company however specifically target the residential electronics market, and arguably its latest residential technology may be its best homeowner friendly innovation. Surgex's newly announced Axess by SurgeX provides installers with a residential solution that enables electronics professionals to monitor and control their clients' power… View this story

CE Pro Editors | 04/09 06:18 AM, 0 Comments

Savant Systems LLC has announced the addition of Heatmiser to its Partners in Excellence cooperative program, an initiative targeted to achieve global compatibility between Savant’s control systems and a diverse group of manufacturers from the audio, video, lighting control, HVAC, and security industries, as well as devices and subsystems from related markets. Founded in 1968 and based in the U.K., Heatmiser designs and builds energy management systems for residential and commercial applications which are distributed throughout Europe. The company's website shows an array of hardwired and WiFi-enabled thermostats. "We believe… View this story

Arlen Schweiger | 03/30 04:56 AM, 0 Comments

We always hear about how remote monitoring is great for being able to make sure your kids get home safely from school, because you can check camera footage or unlock doors for them via smartphones. But if your clients have teenagers, you can sell them on remote monitoring by sharing the story of David Rowe. He used an energy monitoring app to find out his daughter was throwing a New Year's Eve party at their house when it was supposed to be vacant for the night. Rowe, an Australian who's… View this story

Jason Knott | 02/23 10:24 AM, 5 Comments

Will working on a LEED home put your technicians in danger? Yes, says a new study on construction safety that shows there are 50 percent more injuries among construction workers on LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) projects than conventional structures. The study, called “Identification of Safety Risks for High-Performance Sustainable Construction Projects,” from a researcher at the University of Colorado, uses anecdotal evidence to make its conclusion, according to an article from freelance journalist Katie Fraser that appear in the Architectural Record. The most dangerous LEED-related tasks are… View this story

Steven Castle | 02/23 09:24 AM, 0 Comments

Big-box hardware stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s aren’t just opening shelf space to energy-saving LED lamps, energy management systems and even alternative energy systems. You can also get electric vehicle (EV) chargers through the retailers. Schneider Electric just announced that its EVlink 240-volt EV charger is available on HomeDepot.com (list price $799), joining similar chargers from GE, Legrand and Leviton. Lowe’s sells the GE and Schneider (Square D) chargers. The EVlink is a Level 2 charging solution for charging all types of electric vehicles, meaning that it charges at… View this story

Steven Castle | 01/09 01:11 PM, 0 Comments

Big-box chain Lowe’s has announced it will sell a cloud-based home management system called Iris that allows customers the ability to monitor and control their home from anywhere by using a smartphone or computer. Iris will be introduced in mid-2012 in selected stores and on Lowes.com. The system will be based on U.K.-based company AlertMe’s Smart Home platform and home hub. AlertMe provides home energy management and connected home services both to consumers and through partners such as utilities, telecommunications companies and retailers. Lowe’s Iris system will include energy and… View this story