One of the challenges to building automation is the multitude of non-interoperable communications protocols that have evolved over the years. Buildings have several islands of automation. Bridging the islands of different automation without losing the considerable investment in each specialized control network is the main focus in this solution.

Canadian transportation company, Bombardier was tasked with building a bullet train system on rails that were designed for lower speed trains. In addition, they had to ensure safe and optimal operation at high speeds, maximize train uptime and enhance communication with passengers.

The Bellagio Hotel needed a fast, accurate system to detect problems and alert maintenance employees to a malfunctioning fountain. The fountains are a contributor to the hotels revenues, and a failure can cost the hotel millions in sales and repairs.

• Upgrade the HVAC systems in operating rooms and intensive care unit • Use an open system that would integrate legacy and future systems without complex gateways

Fast food chains like McDonald's seek to manage labor and energy costs along multiple nodes of their supply chain. One place where all the challenges of running these restaurants converge is the kitchen. In fact, the kitchen is the ideal place where energy can be saved, monitored and improved. The toughest part about effecting changes in the kitchen though is the fact that these buildings are often old and difficult to upgrade.

We can all agree that energy costs will continue to rise; this puts a significant amount of pressure on the restaurant industry. We can combat the rising cost with an energy management system that controls the largest energy draws in your restaurant; HVAC, lighting and walk-in coolers and freezers. The savings achieved from controlling these energy wasters goes straight to the bottom line. With energy costs continuing to rise, our customer finds it increasingly difficult to operate a profitable restaurant. By taking control of his restaurants HVAC, lighting and walk-ins they are able to reduce expenses and increase profits in this low margin food industry.

The key for the Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority train system is flexibility and modularity based on passenger volume and changing car configurations.