HOW INTELLIGENT BUILDING TECHNOLOGY CAN IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS BY REDUCING OPERATING COSTS Presented by Neil Maldeis Director, Technical Programs, NA Trane
Learning Objectives Learn about industry and business trends driving a need for smart (intelligent) buildings Learn about technology and using data to enable operating and maintenance improvements Gain insights as to what s required to create an intelligent building environment in a facility. Understand how creating an intelligent building will impact an organization s mission and what financial benefits will be gained
Agenda Today s Operating Realities What is a Smart (Intelligent) Building? Why is Having a Smart (Intelligent) Building Important? Customer Expectations are Evolving Changing Environment of Service Options The Internet of Things Case Studies Questions
Today s Operating Realities Economic uncertainty continues in many sectors Organizations are under pressure to do more with less, improve productivity, reduce costs, manage headcount Many companies are reducing in-house staff and outsourcing service Organizations prefer to work with manufacturers that offer a full range of capabilities Technology, data availability enable new levels of real-time service across many industries Organizations expect real-time access to information Capital investments are under great scrutiny and must provide a clear return Organizations are focusing more on total cost of ownership Organizations expect real-time service, access to information
What is a Smart (Intelligent) Building? Using technology to gather, analyze, prioritize and make data available to building owners, operators and maintenance personnel Providing proof of value in business terms of the customer Leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) devices, sensors, systems, Cloud infrastructure, etc. So it can be applied quickly, efficiently and proactively Getting the information needed
Why is Having a Smart (Intelligent) Building Important? Creating value by turning the raw data into actionable information that is easy to use Applying information to help achieve an organization s mission and key financial/operational objectives Improves operation and meeting the organization s mission
Organizations Expectations are Evolving Old Model New Model Component based Moment-in-time view Human intelligence best individual Low tech Reactive, corrective Slow response Local and hands on Anecdotal benefits System based Continuous (past and present) Collaborative brain trust + human intelligence Leverage technology Proactive, preemptive, predictive Immediate access, automated Provided from anywhere, anytime Proof of benefits backed by data Using technology to drive business results
Changing Environment of Service Options Historically service options have been to restore/maintain products original design performance (ODP). For example: - Performance - Reliability - Capacity - Efficiency - Productivity - Life expectancy But today many organizations are seeking innovative service options that deliver outcomes that are: - Tied to the organization mission - Rigorously defined - Supported by set performance standards - Continuously measured and validated The level of expectations organizations have has changed
Research Shows Service Options Impact Cost Reactive $18* Preventive $13 Predictive $9 *dollars/hp/year Reliability- Centered $6 Source: Federal Energy Management Program (2010) Reliability-centered service is most cost-efficient
Outcome-Based Enablers Technology advances create platform for smart (intelligent) buildings: Microprocessor technology Analytical software Diagnostic tools Predictive software Internet and wireless communications Monitoring technology Access to real-time, 24/7/365 data: Enables predictive, knowledge-based maintenance Improves system reliability and uptime Reduces response time Extends system life Reduces lifecycle operating costs Smart (intelligent) buildings are becoming faster, more efficient, more data-driven
Internet of Things The HVAC industry is among the early adopters of what has come to be known as the Internet of Things. Over the last decade, technology advancements and the availability of HVAC system data has enabled HVAC manufacturers and service providers to create new levels of value for their customers The HVAC industry is a leader in adopting IoT
Internet of Things, continued By developing smart, connected products that: Can be accessed, monitored and controlled using the Internet and Internet-enabled devices (e.g., tablets, smartphones); Use sensors, algorithms and automation technologies to automatically maintain building conditions within prescribed parameters (e.g., temperature, humidity, indoor air quality, etc.) Can collect a wide range of data, which can be analyzed and used to improve overall building performance throughout the life of the building HVAC will continue improving/developing technology
Internet of Things, continued These capabilities are focused on improving building performance Reducing energy consumption Reducing operating costs Shrinking the environmental footprint Enhancing reliability and uptime Business drivers comfort, compliance and productivity Technology advances and the ability to turn building system data into useable information enables a more sophisticated approach to service and maintenance Building owners, operators and occupants will benefit from improved performance
Example: Trane Intelligent Services Combines technology, proprietary analytics and subject matter expertise to continuously: Collect Interpret Act upon Data from building systems and controls to optimize Business Outcomes Alarm notification Energy Optics Active monitoring Energy performance Building performance Improving building performance with smart services
Case Study: Regional Microbrewery REQUIREMENTS Maintain brewery customer comfort and product temperature Locations in 13 states Client enterprise information access APPROACH 24/7/365 remote technician response to critical HVAC and brewing alarms Web-enabled building controllers Enterprise-level access to all sites Trane BAS Suite mobile App TECHNOLOGY ENABLERS Cloud access to enterprise data Mobile device view of site conditions and equipment operation Brewery panel alarms through building automation systems Site alarms through cellular network Focused on critical need of client s customers with real-time support
Case Study: Food Distributor REQUIREMENTS Over 60 sites in North America No lost product and 24/7 operations Balance with energy efficiency APPROACH Enable through existing controllers HVAC and industrial refrigeration equipment as well as sensor alarms Energy analysis to find opportunities Energy performance monitoring TECHNOLOGY ENABLERS 24/7/365 alarm management Enterprise integration of building level data within client network Secure access through workstations Utility data direct or site meters Real-time energy visualization with analytics Technology enables 24-hour service of customer s 24-hour operation
Case Study: Movie Theater Chain REQUIREMENTS Primary focus customer comfort reliable equipment and no loss revenue HVAC and lighting energy efficiency Real-time, enterprise wide updates APPROACH Remote resolution of system alarms 24/7 Intelligent dispatching to tech handhelds System level optimization through analytics Energy usage reporting and visualization Real-time synchronization with ticket sales and schedules at show times TECHNOLOGY ENABLERS Server on client network for enterprise BAS control Lighting integration and control Cloud-enabled enterprise schedule and set point changes Energy meter data through BAS into Cloud for analysis and reports Energy efficient movie theaters that keep guests comfortable
Summary The Internet of Things concept will continue to grow and impact the HVAC industry as organizations demand/deserve even higher levels of performance from their building systems and service providers. Intelligent building services represent an evolutionary step forward in the use of analytics, smart/connected products and human expertise to optimize building performance and help customers achieve their most important objectives.
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