Opening Up Lines of Communication for Building Controls

Abstract

Discusses the recent trend of computer intelligence in building control systems, and identifies the viability of manufacturers′ controls to communicate with one another as a constant drawback. Suggests that a solution lies with new software called Facility Manager, which uses Apex communication drivers to allow different manufacturers′ controllers to talk to one another, yet maintain confidentiality. Describes the development of this software and its operation.

Citation

Peel, D. (1994), "Opening Up Lines of Communication for Building Controls", Facilities, Vol. 12 No. 9, pp. 22-24. https://doi.org/10.1108/02632779410795350