The main goal for this project was to enable the university to secure its position as a sustainability leader in its field, creating a safe, versatile and flexible retrofit with smart technology at its core. Boosting energy efficiency while minimizing operational and maintenance costs was a must, as well as integrating flexible, smart building solutions providing technicians real-time access to data
ABB was chosen due to its open, flexible and scalable platforms (campus upgrade ongoing). The ABB Energy Management (Active Energy software) and ABB Cylon solutions were provided as a smart building package.
An Aspect Control Engine running on an ABB Cylon Nexus device was installed and integrated with the control system, enabling technicians to access data from otherwise inaccessible devices. ABB Cylon Building Management Solution was installed to provide automated control and 24/7 web browser access to alarms, trends and scheduling for temperature, lighting and air quality
The building was since certified as ‘Excellent’ by independent certification body - Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREAAM). The installed ABB products and solutions were confirmed by the customer as successfully supporting its ambitions to reduce emissions by 44% (or 5,051 tonnes) by 2026. The ABB Cylon solution has improved the system’s reach and capability, and successfully future proofed the buildings.