Wireless: Cutting the Ties

Most facility executives today probably wouldn’t think about operating a large building without some form of building automation system in place.

For years, building automation systems required a network of wires to link components such as temperature sensors and VAV controllers to the automation system. The expense of laying cable — and the sheer difficulty of reaching certain places — has meant some existing buildings simply didn’t get the optimum automation system.“

Just about everybody can see the need to do this, but if you have a smaller building, you’re probably not willing to spend $50,000 to save $5,000 a year,” says Jon Williamson, senior product manager for TAC