This book is a practical guide to selecting, installing and using building automation systems. These systems range from energy management systems to systems that monitor and manage all of a building's services. Pricing and the design of a system are also covered, as well as interface requirements to existing or new equipment.

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Giving you a combination of general principles, applied practice and information on the state-of-the-art, this book will give you the information you need to incorporate the latest systems and technologies into your building projects. It focuses on a number of important issues, such as: Network communication protocols and standards, including the application of the internet. The integration and interfacing of building automation subsystems and multiple building systems. Local and supervisory control strategies for typical building services systems. The automation system configuration and technologies for air-conditioning control, lighting system control, security and access control, and fire safety control. Whether you’re a project manager or engineer planning the systems set-up for a high value building, or a building engineering or management student looking for a practical guide to automation and intelligent systems, this book provides a valuable introduction and overview.

Building Automation Systems A to Z. Teaches you everything you need to know to work on or with building automation systems. Written in a conversational style, the author shares his extensive experience with building automation systems. The book covers a broad list of topics and is designed to be your go-to manual for building automation questions. This reference guide consists of 16 chapters jam-packed with knowledge! Chapter 1: HVAC Fundamentals Chapter 2: Intro to BAS Chapter 3: Smart Building Systems Chapter 4: Intro to Information Technology Chapter 5: Electrical Fundamentals Chapter 6: Standards and Organizations Chapter 7: Procurement Chapter 8: The Construction Process Chapter 9: Upgrading the BAS Chapter 10: Managing a BAS Chapter 11: Managing Service Providers Chapter 12: Advanced Maintenance Management Chapter 13: Analytics Chapter 14: The Internet of Things Chapter 15: Systems Integration Chapter 16: Next Steps Not only do you get all of this great knowledge but the book also includes a website where the author regularly adds checklists and other content for the books readers. So if you are ready to take your knowledge of building automation systems to the next level, then purchase Building Automation Systems A to Z.