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BAS for Lighting Control and Energy Management

Building Automation Systems (BAS) are intelligent networks that manage and optimize various aspects of a building's operation. One of their most impactful applications is in lighting control, contributing significantly to energy efficiency and cost savings. This article explores how BAS leverage...


Installing Occupancy Sensors in Warehouses

The 2013 Lighting Review: Installing occupancy sensors in warehouses BY STEPHANIE BOYLE, Universal Lighting Technologies Warehouses tend to have an enormous amount of square footage per occupant, as you would expect from their function. Lighting all of that space when no one is around is pretty...


A Closer Look at BAS Remote Monitoring and Maintenance

Building Automation Systems (BAS) have revolutionized building management by enabling remote monitoring and maintenance. This capability empowers facility managers to proactively address potential issues, minimize downtime, and optimize building performance – all from a centralized location....

Building a Sustainable Future: Integrating BAS with Renewable Energy

Building Automation Systems (BAS) have revolutionized how we manage buildings, optimizing energy consumption and improving occupant comfort.  However, with a growing focus on sustainability, BAS are evolving to integrate with renewable energy sources, paving the way for a more environmentally...

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Lighting Control Strategies

Strategies for reducing lighting use without compromising productivity

BY BRIAN DAUSKURDAS, Lutron Electronics

Industrial spaces such as warehouses and storage facilities, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), make up 12 percent of all commercial buildings, and lighting typically accounts for an average of 37 percent of the building’s electricity use. To reduce operating costs without sacrificing light quality or diminishing worker productivity, lighting control strategies can be combined to deliver efficient, high-performance results.

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