What is smart building technology?
The phrase relates to the various equipment that can be used to monitor, analyse and enhance the efficiency of a way a building operates. This technology includes The Internet of Things (IoT), which refers to smart building sensors. The information the sensors relay via a network can be used by facilities management teams to enhance the building user experience by making the building a safer, healthier working environment. Sensors can be used to monitor everything from air quality to washroom paper disposable levels in dispensers. Air quality sensors measure carbon dioxide levels, volatile organic compounds, which are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids, particulate matter such as dust, temperature and humidity.
Quick facts
- An initial investment in IoT technology would be required.
- Data collected from sensors in real time.
- Washroom dispenser, footfall and desk occupancy sensors allows smart cleaning by prioritising cleaning teams to areas which have been in use.
- Productivity will be increased, together with potential cleaning cost savings.
- Potential savings on energy and equipment use.
- Building users working environment will be enhanced.
- Use of sensors will reduce the carbon footprint of a building.
Conclusion
The use of smart building sensors allow facility management teams to operate an optimum working environment, while increasing efficiency and reducing overall costs. Sensors are suitable for all sectors and building types. There are many companies offering this technology and they would compile a tailor made package, dependent on the client’s requirements.
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