The topic of 'smart homes', which is what we are all about, is very popular these days and has a lot of advantages, provided that they are made 'smart' properly.
Let's think differently
Different network elements can be used to connect appliances, heating and lighting systems in an energy-efficient way, with control based on the needs of the homeowner or building operator. For example, sensors on windows and doors can alarm in case of intrusion, making the house more secure. Weather stations predict how much solar energy the roof panels will produce. Intelligent management software knows when and how much energy the building will need and manages its use accordingly.
We are already at home in this
Many manufacturers - including some big names - are working on such 'smart' systems, but many have little experience in building automation. The added value of our solutions is that our devices communicate seamlessly and are fully compatible with each other and with the needs of our customers and partners. Hager Group's R&D team consists of 762 experts working on the latest solutions in the fields of smart building technologies, energy management and energy efficiency. In fact, their switchboards and fuses have been in buildings for decades. And it is these very distribution boards that will in the future evolve into intelligent control centres where all energy and data will be interconnected.
Experience matters
As a full-service supplier, we manufacture all the components needed for intelligent building management systems, from control panels to intercoms, alarm systems, heating controls and lighting switches. Our solutions are easy to install and simple for users to operate. This design philosophy will continue to be present in all products and solutions. It is a key element of the company's DNA and one of the main reasons why so many networked buildings rely on Hager Group technology.