Will a property management company see any benefits from having BACnet controls in buildings they manage?
Yes. BACnet will make the industry more competitive, allow more choices and provide capability for future expansion. It enables the property management company not to be dependent on a single vendor. As with standard DDC systems, the BACnet protocol allows for the capability of remote monitoring. For smaller installations, this off-site service results in cost savings because they can monitor many sites from one or more central property management locations. One operator interface can be used for many systems. An additional benefit will allow you to choose one operator interface for multiple vendors’ equipment. Your choice may be based upon graphics capabilities, after-hours data collection or other features. • Are there cost benefits to using BACnet vs. conventional DDC controls? Absolutely. As smoother integration of various building services comes to pass, facility monitoring and operation costs will fall. Here’s what you can expect: • Higher quantity and quality of building operati
