Controls

Modern buildings have complex systems that include lighting, HVAC, and mechanical components. Often times these systems are not in sync with how the buildings are being occupied and/or utilized, and without proper control over how these systems are run, significant amounts of energy can be wasted. Building Automation Systems (BAS) are used to automatically control how these systems are functioning, and can be setup to optimize the building's various components to match the needs of its occupants.

BAS functionality can include:

• Keeping building temperatures within a specified range
• Providing lighting based on an occupancy schedule
• Monitoring systems performance and device status
• Providing notification via email or other methods to building engineering staff

The BAS functionality can significantly reduce building energy, maintenance costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions versus an uncontrolled building. For those buildings that have some BAS integration, there are improvements that can be made to allow for greater control over the building environment due to advances in technology. Bluestone can identify and develop solutions that address the various energy conservation opportunities of Building Automation Systems.

EF Education Center Controls Design

As part of the comprehensive energy efficiency treatment at the EF Education Center in Boston, Bluestone updated the 200,000 sq. ft. facility’s Building Automation System (BAS). With new HVAC systems and free cooling controls, for the first time in the life of the building, space temperature was maintained in the comfort zone without mechanical cooling.

Please take a look at some of our other Controls solutions on our case studies page.