Looking to Upgrade to Automation for Your Commercial HVAC System?

May 2nd, 2019 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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If you have not already automated your commercial HVAC system, what are you waiting for? Manually controls for managing your building’s heating and cooling system is outdated and most likely costing you in efficiency. Automation can reduce energy costs and give your building managers more precise control over your system.

There are many different options available for retrofitting your existing system to automated controls. However, two stand out as leaders in the industry and should be on the top of your list to consider when moving to building automation.

Distech Controls

Distech controls offer improved efficiency, a cost-effective option for any company looking to upgrade to automation for their HVAC system. Users can realize up to a 30% saving with Distech Controls, making it a wise investment. Their innovative mobile application allows users to access all controls from any mobile devices, offering 24/7 control of your systems from anywhere.

Niagara Framework

Another option to transform an older HVAC system to automation is Niagara Framework. This software system can automate all the building systems under one platform, from the HVAC and lighting to security systems and elevators. All the controls are accessible from mobile devices and computers, giving your building managers the ability to see alerts, alarms and functional reporting from any location.

While investing in an automation system for your building or complex is a major investment, it is one that has a high return. Most companies can pay for their automation start up costs in the first few years with energy and efficiency savings. Make sure to have a HVAC service contractor that is certified to install and work on these devices to get the most from your investment.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Is an Automated Energy Management System Right for Your Business?

September 21st, 2018 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Does your commercial building still use a manual control system for your cooling and heating? You could be losing money and wasting time by not updating your commercial HVAC system. Automated energy management systems have many benefits that could improve your climate control abilities, reduce monitoring efforts and impact your bottom line. Here are some of the advantages of upgrading to an automated control management HVAC system.

  • Easier monitoring. Automated systems can be monitored from anywhere through wi-fi connections. Your management team can check on climate control on any building from anywhere, making it simple to manage your building temperatures.
  • Improved data. Energy management systems that are automated give you better data to help improve energy expenditures. This helps you better plan for your energy expenses and find ways to reduce energy costs.
  • Lower energy costs. Automated systems can help you better manage your energy costs for heating and cooling issues, saving you thousands of dollars. Most large businesses recoup the cost for implementing an automated system within the first few years in energy savings alone.
  • Quicker alerts. If there is a problem with your HVAC system, an automated control option alerts you quicker so you can get the issue resolved. Time is money and the faster you can fix an HVAC issue, the quicker you can get your business back up and running.

If you are still using a manual control energy management system, consider investing in automation. It is a wise investment into your business and can help reduce time spent on managing climate control while reducing energy use. Talk to your local industrial HVAC service company that offers automation upgrades to find out more about updating your system.

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4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Making the Most of Your BAS for HVAC

September 4th, 2018 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Investing in a building automation system (BAS) can have a dramatic impact on your bottom line – if you make the most of it. A BAS in and of itself will not save money, but if used correctly, it can pay for itself in a matter of a few years or less. It is crucial that your facility managers and employees are familiar with the system and know how to use the controls to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency.

Setting Temperature Controls

One of the best ways to save money with your BAS on energy bills is by controlling the temperature. If certain zones in buildings are not used during certain hours, setting the temperature lower or higher during these hours can save thousands on energy costs.

Occupancy Sensors

If your BAS system has occupancy sensors, you can go a step further than just timers for control. The sensors can detect when certain rooms or zones are occupied, and change the temperature setting accordingly, reducing the need for cooling or heating when not occupied.

Web Management

Newer BASs have options to monitor and manage the system from anywhere on web or cloud-based software. Using the data provided through the software can help you identify areas that are using too much energy for heating or cooling and give you an opportunity to correct the settings for more efficiency.

A new BAS can save 20-40 cents per square foot in utility costs per year. In large facilities, this can be an astronomical savings. If you have an older system that is difficult to use or are not using a BAS at all to control your HVAC system, contact a commercial HVAC service that offers automation upgrades to improve your efficiency for lower overhead costs.

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4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Is It Time to Update Your Commercial HVAC Controls?

August 10th, 2018 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Energy efficiency is a vital part of managing your company’s budget. If you own a large commercial property, your heating and cooling costs can have a significant impact on your bottom line. The control system you use for your buildings HVAC is important in managing energy efficiency. If you have an older HVAC control system, it may be time to update to a newer, more efficient option.

Pneumatic controls have been used in heating and cooling for decades. While they are simple to maintain and repair, they do not have the capacity for efficiency of new control options. Everything is manually controlled, without the reporting, data and processing capacities of advanced control systems.

DDC and BAS

Direct digital controls or DDC is the next level of advanced efficiency in HVAC controls. DDC offers a connected system that manages energy efficiency instead of only controlling it. DDC has advantages in calibration, maintenance and energy efficiency, saving large facilities thousands of dollars in maintenance and energy costs.

The highest level of HVAC control technology is complete automation. This takes the DDC model and offers more control. Building automation systems (BAS) allow property managers to oversee energy, maintenance and calibration data from any computer or connected devices. Property managers can oversee HVAC controls for several properties from a remote location, improving efficiency and saving time.

If your commercial building is still using an outdated pneumatic control system, it may be time to retrofit your HVAC with new controls. Both DDC and BAS offer increased energy savings, often up to 15%, plus cost savings in maintenance. Talk with your local commercial HVAC service company to explore the options in upgrading your system.

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4085 Nine McFarland Dr
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(770) 475-2600

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Control Your Commercial HVAC Costs with Automation

June 4th, 2018 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Are you still trying to manage your commercial building with manual or onsite HVAC controls? Building automation systems that manage your HVAC use can help you save significant amounts on your energy bills and improve the comfort for your employees or tenants. If you have not upgrade to an automated system for your HVAC, it is worth the investment.

There are many automation options for commercial HVAC automation, but one of the highest rated options is Distech Controls. This system can turn your traditional HVAC system and controls into an easily managed operation, with access from any Wi-Fi device. Some of the benefits include:

  • Access controls and information from anywhere on a smartphone or tablet
  • Quicker response to tenant or employee building complaints
  • Real-time access and servicing
  • Innovative options for automatic updating, keeping your system from becoming obsolete

This system can bring your operation to the next level in efficiency and performance. Once implemented, you can see energy savings of up to 30%, especially when you use the options available to manage your climate control costs. Over time, your Distech building automation system can pay for itself in energy savings and higher performance, with less time needed to manage controls onsite. This is perfect for those who need to manage a large facility or multiple facilities at the same time, keeping all the information and controls you need at your fingertips.

If you are ready to bring your commercial HVAC system up to par in efficiency, contact an experienced commercial HVAC service that offers innovative options like Distech Controls. Once you upgrade your system, you can begin realizing improve efficiency and reduced time spent managing your commercial buildings.

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(770) 475-2600

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Evolve Your Business with HVAC Automation

April 10th, 2016 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Automation in HVAC services has been growing, becoming the most efficient way to control energy costs for large businesses. However, with new technology and innovation comes better pricing and availability. Now many small to medium size businesses are evolving their energy control by investing in HVAC automation. With advanced control and energy features, you can minimize your heating and cooling costs when you upgrade your business’ HVAC to automated access.

So what are the benefits of switching to an automated HVAC system for your commercial building? There is a good reason that most large enterprises have already made the upgrade to this new technology. Some of the benefits you can receive from this switch include:

  • 24/7 access to HVAC monitoring and controls from anywhere you have internet access
  • Improved energy management for lower heating and cooling costs year round
  • Remote management of your HVAC system for property managers overseeing multiple locations
  • Instant notifications for security monitoring and management
  • Advanced data collection for improved quality and cost control

Once an automated HVAC system is in place, you can begin reaping the rewards of this advanced technology. Many businesses, small and large, are able to recover their investment into these new systems quickly and begin seeing a large improvement in their overhead costs over the life of the system.

To stay competitive, you need the best operating systems in place to keep your overhead low. An investment into HVAC automation can set your business on track for lower energy costs in the years to come. Contact an experienced commercial HVAC service company that specializes in automation installation and service to evolve your business with the newest innovations in energy savings.

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4085 Nine McFarland Dr
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