Building automation & measuring and control systems
Building automation is the nervous system of a building. Its failure endangers both safety and operational continuity. Building automation and measuring, control and regulation technology (MCR technology) control, regulate, monitor and optimise all processes in modern buildings – from heating, ventilation and air conditioning to security and communication systems.
By integrating a robust protection concept right from the start, you avoid the need for later individual add‑ons. We support you throughout the process.
The risks:
Measuring and control systems consist mainly of sensitive electronics distributed across control cabinets, field devices and sensors – all connected via a wide variety of interfaces. That means a disruptive event rarely remains localised, and surges have an immediate effect across the entire system. The effects affect not only the energy supply, but also data and bus lines.
The consequences:
Disruptive events can impair multiple functions simultaneously, throw control systems and control loops off balance, and cause high repair and restart costs. In addition, the risk to people increases, as safety‑relevant processes may fail at critical moments.
Our solution:
Surge protection as a system component: Individual protective devices are not sufficient – only the coordinated interaction of measures for power supply, information technology and equipotential bonding provides reliable protection. Our concept combines coordinated surge protection devices, the protection of all control and communication interfaces, and continuous earthing and equipotential bonding structures that keep your systems and installations operating safely and efficiently.
Added value for your planning
Rely on a protection concept that reliably prevents systemic failures and eliminates the need for costly, reactive repairs. A clear protection structure for your building automation and MCR systems ensures orderly processes, stable control loops and maximum transparency. At the same time, the availability of safety‑relevant functions remains consistently high – enabling smooth, safe and economically efficient operation of your building and plant systems.
Safely standard-compliant
Our solutions and products comply with IEC 61643-11 and Part 21. Learn more about the requirements and how you can meet them with our solutions. Further specifications on the safety of people, animals and technology are contained in the IEC 62305 series of standards, as well as national standards, regulations and laws.
