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Advanced protection against electromagnetic exposures and electric arc

HAZARDS AROUND

While working live in the energized grid, presence of voltage around the workers requires special attention. However, live-line (live working) techniques are widely applied for decades, several accidents in the past prove that the level of safety must be improved to minimize the number and seriousness of injuries in the future.
In the high voltage grid, bare-hand method is a common technique for safe live work. In the surroundings of any energized equipment,...

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2024 CE Code Training - Better Understanding of the Rules

CE Code training is intended to do a lot more than instruct about what changes have taken place since the last time Canada issued a national electrical code. We are producing a series of courses across Canada by one of Canada’s leading experts on the 2024 Edition of Canada’s Electrical...

State of Industry

Illuminating Decisions: EPRI Lights the Way for Modern Lighting Adoption

Facility managers and operators understand the critical role lighting plays in their daily operations. Accounting for roughly 30% of a commercial building's energy load, lighting significantly impacts energy consumption and associated maintenance costs. However, focusing solely on the...

Counterfeiting Kills

Each year, the counterfeiting of well-known brands and products continues to rise, creating an even more threatening problem. Such well-known counterfeited brands, including consumer safety and critical electrical products, are estimated to be five to seven percent of world trade. The International...

Building Automation Training

Life Safety & Security Systems: Balancing Proactive Security with Privacy

The potential of building automation systems (BAS) to enhance security is undeniable. Networks of sensors, intelligent analytics, and integration with access control and surveillance systems create new possibilities for real-time threat detection, proactive responses, and streamlined emergency procedures. However, these capabilities also bring privacy concerns to the forefront, highlighting the essential need to carefully balance the desire for a more secure environment with the fundamental right to privacy for building occupants.

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The Benefits of BAS for Building Security

Let's first examine how BAS can revolutionize building security practices. Traditionally, security has been largely reactive, focusing on responding to alarms or incidents after they occur. BAS enable a shift toward proactive security. By analyzing sensor data for unusual access attempts, occupancy patterns that deviate from the norm, or environmental changes that could signal a developing issue, BAS can alert security personnel to potential threats...

Communications

The Internet of Things Revolution: Integrating Smart Devices with BAS

Building Automation Systems (BAS) have transformed building management, offering centralized control and automation of various building functions like HVAC, lighting, and security. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) presents exciting new opportunities for BAS. By integrating...

Energy

Optimizing Energy Consumption for a Sustainable Future

In today's world, where energy costs are on the rise and environmental concerns are paramount, building automation systems (BAS) are emerging as a powerful tool for achieving significant energy savings and fostering a more sustainable future. These intelligent systems act as the central...

HVAC

How Building Automation-HVAC Integration Improves Indoor Air Quality

Traditionally, HVAC systems within the context of building automation have focused primarily on temperature control for occupant comfort. However, the growing awareness of the profound impact of indoor air quality (IAQ) on health, well-being, and cognitive performance is driving an increased...