Automated Control Solutions

For anyone working with VLT® drives, this is an excellent deep‑dive into how Condition‑Based Monitoring (CBM)actually behaves under fault conditions.

Danfoss has released a detailed walkthrough of the CBM setup workflow, including parameter configuration, threshold logic, and how the drive’s internal sensors are leveraged for real‑time vibration, temperature, and load monitoring.

The demo also shows how simulated mechanical and electrical faults propagate through the CBM algorithm and generate diagnostic warnings directly on the drive HMI, effectively turning the VLT® into a smart, edge‑level condition monitoring device.

Watch the technical demo” Step-by-step condition-based monitoring set-up and demonstration”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agChoTgAQGU

Digital hydronic control is becoming the new standard, and Danfoss Novocon actuators show exactly why.

If you’re working with PICVs, BMS integration, or smart hydronic balancing, the Novocon range delivers real‑time data, precise control, and seamless connectivity for modern HVAC systems.

Read our news post “NovoCon Digital Actuators from Danfoss“to find out more:
https://www.acontrols.co.za/novocon-digital-actuators-from-danfoss/

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Leveraging LoRaWAN® advanced technology, Milesight IoT LoRaWAN® gateways are ideal for interconnecting and relaying messages between various sensors and the network servers efficiently and reliably.
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LoRaWAN® | Milesight Quickly help you to understand what is LoRaWAN® and how Milesight leverages LoRaWAN®.

Facility teams are under pressure to deliver uptime, security, and efficiency but on premises systems often hold them back.

This case study shows how an entertainment venue in Colorado transformed its Building Automation System by moving from an on‑prem Niagara supervisor to a Tier 4, SOC 2 Tosi cloud environment.

The result: major uptime gains, reduced IT workload, secure remote access, and a far more resilient BAS infrastructure.

If you’re exploring cloud migration or secure OT connectivity, read this article “From On-Prem to Cloud: Transforming the Facility Management” at:
https://bit.ly/4arUwHi

From On-Prem to Cloud: Transforming the Facility Management This case study explores the challenges faced by an entertainment venue in Colorado, the solutions implemented by Haynes Mechanical using Tosibox technology.

Tridium Niagara is more than a powerful BMS platform, it also streamlines utility cost recovery.

The Tenant Billing Service (NTBS) extends the Niagara Framework® with a fully integrated toolset for monitoring tenant utility consumption and generating accurate, automated invoices.

NTBS supports a wide range of usage profiles and billing models, with options for manual or scheduled invoice generation, all accessible directly through a standard web browser with no extra software or licensing required.

Invoices can be exported, printed, or emailed in PDF format, making it a practical solution for multi‑tenant buildings and system integrators managing complex utility data.
Full details: https://bit.ly/4gyOyFX

In a sector where reliability, precision, and long term efficiency make or break your project, Automated Control Solutions (ACS) stands out as a partner that not only supplies your HVAC necessities, but elevates your whole HVAC project.

ACS brings world class control systems, deep technical expertise, and a commitment to future ready automation that helps contractors, consultants, and facility managers deliver smarter, more energy efficient buildings. Our portfolio spans HVAC controls, BMS solutions, sensors, valves, and custom automation, backed by a team that understands the realities of the South African market.

If you’re aiming to reduce downtime, streamline installations, and deliver higher performing systems, visit us at:
https://bit.ly/4wSf8Dr

Legionella is a bacterium that causes the illness Legionnaires' disease, a serious type of pneumonia.

Legionella most commonly causes one of two lung diseases:
• Legionnaires' disease is a type of severe pneumonia
• Pontiac fever is a mild respiratory disease

People can get Legionnaires' disease by breathing in mist containing Legionella bacteria. To prevent Legionnaires' disease, Legionella growth and spread must be managed.

In buildings, owners and managers can use a water management program to help control Legionella.

For many years Danfoss has played an important role to establish safe Domestic Hot Water systems in hospitals, hotels, multi-family apartments and other buildings.

Now MTCV thermal balancing valves and CCR2+ electronic controllers for automatic disinfection have been significantly improved.

See them here:
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Legionella prevention, the smart way For many years Danfoss has played an important role to establish safe Domestic Hot Water systems in hospitals, hotels, multi-family apartments and other buildings. Now our MTCV thermal balancing valves and new CCR2+ electronic controller for automatic disinfection have been significantly improved to...

Do you need some more information about Tridium ’s Niagara? Or maybe you just need some tips and tricks to implement in your own system.

Find a goldmine of information in PRO Tips videos from Tridium at:
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Danfoss has announced that its VLT® drives are now compliant with Security Level 1 (SL1) standards, reinforcing their commitment to cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. This compliance ensures that their variable frequency drives (VFDs) meet the rigorous cybersecurity requirements set by the European Union.

To find out more, see:
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Maximize industrial cybersecurity with IEC 62443-certified VLT® drives Secure your operations with IEC 62443-certified VLT® drives. Our drives provide robust protection against cyber threats, ensuring system integrity and uptime.

In hydronic HVAC systems, control valve selection directly influences stability, delta T performance, and overall system efficiency and CONTROLLI offers a comprehensive range.

Their portfolio includes:
• Pressure Independent Control Valves (PICVs) — delivering stable flow under varying system pressures, ideal for high efficiency chilled and heating water systems.
• Globe valves — engineered for fine modulation and high close off performance in AHUs, coils, and heat exchangers.
• Ball valves — robust, low leakage solutions for on/off and modulating control in both HVAC and industrial environments.
• Zone valves — compact, reliable options for room and zone level hydronic control.
• Industrial process valves — designed for demanding conditions where durability, temperature tolerance, and repeatability are critical.

Explore the range at:
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