75F creates the world’s premier IoT based building management system

To improve energy efficiency, concepts like retrofitting BMS is a proven high-volume, low-cost strategy that can help tackle one of the major air quality issues, says Nishant Nishoo, Director of Sales, 75F Smart Innovations India Pvt. Ltd.

 

Opportunities available for Indoor air quality solutions in the present scenario 

Indoor concentrations of some pollutants have increased over the past few decades due to the increased use of synthetic building materials, furnishings, personal care products, pesticides, household cleaners, and energy-efficient building structures that lack sufficient mechanical ventilation. This makes indoor air quality (IAQ) a more critical issue.

Controlling indoor air pollution is currently a major topic of debate worldwide. In today’s busy world, the idea of using advanced sensor networks and communication technologies to provide indoor air quality monitoring systems for improved living environments is urgently needed. Although many systems have been created for real-time monitoring of IAQ, Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) and Internet of Things (IoT) based models are typically favoured due to their expanding market share.

 

75F’s business activities 

75F creates the world’s premier IoT-based building management system (BMS), an out-of-the-box, vertically integrated system that is more economical and easier to deploy than anything else on the market today. The company uses IoT, cloud computing, and machine learning (ML) to provide data-driven, proactive building intelligence and HVAC management. 75F aims to increase occupant productivity by improving comfort and indoor air quality (IAQ) while conserving energy and the environment.The company’s Intuitive Self-learning System promotes comfort, boosts energy efficiency, and provides insights into how a commercial building efficiently utilises energy. Some of the solutions provided by the organisation include lighting automation and control, outdoor air optimisation, and IAQ management.

 

The market potential for optimising any existing HVAC equipment and systems 

While sustainability is now being considered when constructing a new building, a large number of existing buildings have outdated energy-consuming systems like HVAC. These large energy-consuming systems, such as HVAC, are controlled and monitored using building management systems (BMS). To improve energy efficiency, concepts like retrofitting BMS are a proven high-volume, lowcost strategy that can help tackle one of the significant air quality issues.

The global building management system market was estimated at USD 11 billion in 2019 and is anticipated to increase at a CAGR of 14.48 percent until FY2027, reaching USD 26.14 billion. In India, the market stood at USD 1.8 billion in FY2021 and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of over 11.08 percent until FY2027. The above can be attributed to the increasing infrastructure development and reconstruction of residential and commercial buildings for energy efficiency.

 

IoT-powered solutions available for improving IAQ 

The growing interest in smart building technology has prompted many companies to adopt IoT-enabled solutions. IoT-enabled sensors can be easily integrated into buildings because they are built on wireless communication interfaces. Longrange, low-power connectivity solutions offer a different approach by permitting seamless, easy-to-deploy integration into existing buildings. In contrast, more traditional methods can be costly to install IoT makes implementing indoor air and environmental quality sensors simple because they are compact and designed to fit in difficult-to-reach regions such as ceilings. These sensors minimise building maintenance expenses and allow for a seamless and quick deployment.

Considering 75F’s innovative approach to HVAC zone controls, Dynamic Airflow BalancingTM uses IoT design philosophy and cloud computing power. The corporate solution accomplishes what was previously regarded to be theoretically impossible: continual commissioning or perfect air balance. Our extensive smart sensor range gives building owners the power of IoT-connected devices for maximum efficiency and comfort in essential areas. It monitors the building and equipment continuously and offers data and visibility to increase efficiency, comfort, productivity, and well-being. Additionally, the 75F Occupant App allows the user to control the lighting and temperature within the office when you are not physically present.

 

Vertically integrated and IoT-based wireless solutions 

In its most basic form, IoT wireless technology necessitates using a radio capable of receiving and broadcasting radio waves to communicate signals or data. IoT solutions rely on wireless technology, which uses radio waves to follow a specified protocol based on the IoT system’s architectural intent

 

Devices and specific applications to make building more efficient 

75F uses IoT, ML and cloud computing power to analyse real-time data from various sensors and devices installed in each building. Building managers can then use this information to monitor the behaviours of their building occupants and the ambient conditions required for them to thrive. Furthermore, using cloud computing means running and maintaining the solution does not necessitate the large capital outlay required by traditional data systems—a significant benefit for the cost-conscious Indian market. 75F’s exclusive product line includes the following:

 

• Helio Node: Helio Node is a multirole equipment controller with air quality and occupancy sensors. It incorporates an easy-to-use ring close for one-handed installation and a four-button LCD panel to provide the quick and errorfree install and commissioning for which 75F is renowned. Its adaptable and slim form satisfies various architectural and design requirements. Its five onboard sensors and long-range antenna assist in monitoring and controlling indoor air quality in a single step. 
• Hyperstat: Hyperstat is one of the world’s most advanced thermostats and humidistats, with eight onboard IAQ sensors for hyperlocalised control. With real-time insight, its dual set point control and sequences produce energyefficient environments and optimal building health. Zone schedules, fan settings, all accessible output statuses, and much more are easily accessible to the user. With the help of this device, you can have localised control and the ability to adjust indoor air quality at your fingertips. 
• Smart Node: This is a wireless commercial HVAC terminal equipment controller for nearly any equipment type or brand. It has eleven interface ports and a highcontrast screen to control plant equipment, terminal units, dampers, valves, lighting circuits, OEM, and more. It increases energy efficiency by redirecting the air where it is needed the most. It has long-range 900 MHz wireless networks to and from the cloud every minute, including a standalone emergency operation. 
• Smart Stat: The 75F Smart Stat is a modern all-in-one thermostat, humidistat, and IAQ measuring station. It connects HVAC equipment to the Internet so that it may be safely managed remotely from any smartphone or connected device. From a radial touch-illuminated interface or the 75F Occupant App, users can control the temperature within predetermined limits or change the fan settings. The Smart Stat controls almost any HVAC equipment as a quick-install retrofit or new-build solution with a Bluetooth-pairing ability. 
• Central Control Unit (CCU): The 75F CCU is a modern, practical head-end workstation for realtime insights and control. It has a touchscreen user interface and works with single- and multistorage systems, fan coil units, air handlers, variable flow hydronic systems, and more. It also has a spring-based swivel arm and magnetic lock slider for mobile pairing, communications and setup. 
• Facilisight: Facilisights are web and mobile apps for real-time intelligence and control. It offers comprehensive, intelligent automation that transforms data into information, audits choices in real time and streamlines decision making while designing portfolios. IAQ data are already set up in dashboards and can be customised, embedded, and compared over time and across portfolios. The data provide a quick understanding that is analysed in the cloud and accessible on any device.