Kwikset Expands Home Connect Product Line

January 7, 2010 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
Kwikset Expands Home Connect Product Line

Kwikset®, an innovation leader in the residential door hardware industry, today expanded its portfolio of Home Connect™ products with the introduction of the SmartCode™ Lever at CES 2010. This keyless, touchpad, electronic lock is developed for interoperability with home automation and security systems, and is designed for use on external and internal entryways, such as: the door from the garage to the home; the door to a home office, which may... 

Desigo V4 Building Automation System

December 5, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Desigo V4 Building Automation System

Thermoactive building component systems (TABS) enable energy efficient cooling and heating of buildings whilst at the same time providing a comfortable room climate. The new version 4 of the Desigo building automation and control system from Siemens Building Technologies Division provides an innovative and unique application with separate heating and cooling curves for the control of such systems. The thermoactive building component systems are proven... 

Best Integrated Home System Award from Leading Home Automation Manufacturer Given to DSI Entertainment Systems

December 4, 2009 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Best Integrated Home System Award from Leading Home Automation Manufacturer Given to DSI Entertainment Systems

DSI Entertainment Systems, a leading electronic systems contractor specializing in home theater systems, media rooms, and home automation, won Crestron’s “Best Integrated Home System” Award for 2009, a prestigious award from the leading manufacturer in the home automation, systems integration, and controls industry. The winning home is a contemporary Malibu beachfront residence owned by the well-known philanthropist Wallis Annenberg. The Crestron... 

Energy-efficient Modular Frequency Inverter

November 21, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Energy-efficient Modular Frequency Inverter

Siemens Drive Technologies Division will be presenting its new modular frequency inverter SINAMICS G120P which has been specially designed for pump, fan, and compressor applications. This compact drive is particularly suitable for the energy-efficient operation of flow machines in building automation, the process industry and in the water management industry. The IP55 degree of protection also enables Sinamics G120P to be used under harsh ambient... 

New LED illuminated Encoders from GREATECS

August 23, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
New LED illuminated Encoders from GREATECS

The new LED illuminated Encoders (Series EC7) extend the product range of GREATECS. These Encoders contain a clear shaft which shines in a very attractive way, illuminated by high-quality LEDs. This new series finds many applications in studio technology, household appliances and automation technology. The new LED illuminated Encoders are available in different shaft varieties and LED colors. The standard colors are blue, red, green, orange – more... 

Ditec Cubic 6 Underground Automation

June 22, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Ditec Cubic 6 Underground Automation

Ditec Cubic 6 underground automation has not only been designed for automatic gates, but also as a solution to convert the steps in an automatic ramp for disabled people, in order to ease their access to shops, hotels and pavements Venice is undoubtedly the most beautiful city in the world and visiting it is a real pleasure. Anyone with mobility problems because of being confined to a wheelchair has to face real troublesome obstacles. Hotels and shops... 

DITEC smart Volo automatic door installed in Harry’s Grill

June 18, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
DITEC smart Volo automatic door installed in Harry's Grill

The world still has very famous historic hotels which still maintain the charm and atmosphere of times gone by, when royals, aristocrats, artists and other celebrities in the world of politics, culture, science, entertainment used to walk over the red carpets laid for them. One of these examples is without doubt the Gran Hotel Duchi of Trieste, which overlooks one of the most beautiful Italian squares, the Piazza Unità d’Italia in Trieste. In... 

Machine protection RapidProtect 2000 makes automation safer

March 17, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Machine protection RapidProtect 2000 makes automation safer

The machine protection door, RapidProtect 2000, is one of the fastest doors in its class. A long life, maintenance free operation and little space requirement make the door unlike any other machine protection door on the market. The RR 2000 offers complete protection from flying sparks, dust and welding spatter, keeping people or machines in the area safe. Microprocessor controls allow the door to be fitted for customers desires and to be easily integrated... 

Vantage / Legrand Introduces the New TPT1040 Touchscreen

December 30, 2008 Filed Under: Construction
Vantage / Legrand Introduces the New TPT1040 Touchscreen

Vantage/Legrand, a leading provider of luxury home automation systems, has introduced the latest addition to its line of touchscreens with the newly released TPT1040. This 10.4 inch in-wall mounted touchscreen gives the Vantage System owner a completely customizable interface from which they can access and control their entire home. Lights, Entertainment, Comfort and Security systems can all be accessed and controlled with a simple touch of the screen. “With... 

Intelligent Living Corp. Advances Microsoft Canada Joint Marketing Agreement With Launch of Sustainable Building Automation and Technology Solutions

November 25, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Intelligent Living Corp. a leading automation and technology solutions provider utilizing green building practices, announced today that High Road Communications, Microsoft Canada’s public relations provider for Windows™ based Home and Entertainment solutions, originated a News Canada media feed on ILVC’s sustainable building automation and technology solutions. As a result, ILVC received editorial coverage in the Vancouver Courier,...