We are KNX partners.

Main Advantages

The KNX technology is the result of the pooling of knowledge and experience gained over the last 15 years with the predecessor technologies to KNX, i.e. the European Installation Bus (EIB), the European Home System (EHS) and BatiBUS.

1. International Standard, therefore future proof

ISO/IEC Approved the KNX technology as the International Standard ISO/IEC 14543-3 in 2006.
CENELEC Approved the KNX technology as the European Standard EN 50090 in 2003.
CEN Approved the KNX technology as EN 13321-1 (as a mere reference to EN 50090) and EN1332-2 (KNXnet/IP) in 2006.
SAC Approved the KNX technology as the Chinese Standard GB/T 20965 in 2007.
ANSI/ASHRAE Approved the KNX technology as the US Standard ANSI/ASHRAE 135 in 2005.
In view of the above, KNX is the Worldwide STANDARD for Home and Building Control.

2. By product certification, KNX guarantees Interoperability & Interworking of products

The KNX certification process ensures that different products of different manufacturers used in different applications operate and communicate with each other. This ensures a high degree of flexibility in the extension and in the modification of installations. Product compliance is checked at neutral laboratories (third parties).

KNX is the only home and building control standard running global certification schemes for products, training centres (vocational and private institutions) and even for persons (electrical contractors, building designers).

3. KNX stands for high product quality

KNX Association requires a high level of production and quality control during all stages of the product life. Therefore all manufacturing members have to show compliance to ISO 9001 before they even can apply for a KNX product certification.

Besides the manufacturer compliance to ISO 9001, the products have to comply with the requirements of the European as well as International standard for Home and Building Electronic Systems. In case of doubt, KNX Association is even entitled to have certified products retested or can require from the manufacturer test reports underlying his declaration of hardware conformity.

4. A unique manufacturer independent Engineering Tool Software ETS®

The PC software tool ETS allows the planning, engineering, and configuration of all KNX certified products. The tool is moreover manufacturer independent: the system integrator is able to combine products of different manufacturers to one installation.

5. KNX can be used for all applications in home and building control

KNX can be used for all possible functions / applications in home and building control ranging from lighting, shutter control to security, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, monitoring, alarming, water control, energy management, metering as well as household appliances, audio and lots more.

KNX improves comfort and security and contributes heavily to energy savings and climate protection (up to 50% for lighting control and the same amount for heating applications).

6. KNX is fit for use in different kind of buildings

KNX can be used in both new as well as existing buildings. KNX installations can therefore be easily extended and adapted to new needs, with little time and financial investment (e.g. when new tenants move into a commercial building).

KNX can be installed in both small-size single family houses as well as large buildings (office, hotel, conference centres, hospitals, schools, department stores, warehouses, airports…).

7. KNX supports different configuration modes

KNX offers different step-in levels for the realization of KNX projects: via KNX E-Mode, non-KNX qualified electrical contractors are addressed. Via S-Mode, KNX trained contractors/integrators are able to realize sophisticated installations. The different modes are:

Easy installation (E-Mode): Configuration is done without the help of a PC but with a central controller, code wheels or push buttons. E-Mode compatible products normally have limited functionality and are intended for medium size installations.
System installation (S-Mode): Planning of the installation and configuration is done via a PC with the installed ETS Software, whereby the manufacturers’ product data is contained in the ETS database. S-mode is intended for KNX certified planners and contractors and for large size installations.
8. KNX supports several communication media

Each communication medium can be used in combination with one or more configuration modes, allowing each manufacturer to choose the right combination for the targeted market segment and application.

Twisted pair (KNX TP): KNX is transmitted across a separate bus cable, hierarchically structure in lines and areas.
Power Line (KNX PL): KNX is transmitted on the existing mains network.
Radio frequency (KNX RF): KNX is transmitted via radio signals. Devices can be uni- or bidirectional.
IP/Ethernet (KNXnet/IP): This widespread communication medium can be used in conjunction with the KNXnet/IP Specifications, which allow the tunnelling or routing of KNX frames encapsulated in IP frames.
9. KNX can be coupled to other systems

Several KNX manufacturers offer gateways to other networks, i.e. to other building automation systems, telephone networks, multimedia networks, IP networks, etc. KNX systems can be mapped to BACnet objects (as documented in the international standard ISO 16484-5) or offers the possibility to interface with the DALI technology.

10. KNX is Independent from any hard- or software technology

KNX can be realized on any microprocessor platform. KNX can be implemented from scratch but for easy market entrance, KNX manufacturers can also take recourse to providers of KNX system components. For KNX members, it is completely FREE of additional royalty fees.

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Home automation is a technology that allows you to manage the several existing housing resources.

Increasingly, the evolution of electronics feature small devices and automation that provide greater safety, comfort and well being.

From the air conditioning, electric blinds, under floor heating to the ambient sound, alarms and lighting, everything has its command point, which leads us sometimes to go through our home to turn on or off certain device.

In order to centralize all these existing solutions arises Home Automation to simplify our everyday life, meeting our communication needs, comfort, safety and energy efficiency.

We live in a world increasingly fast, where information is accessible with a click, so, an Home Automation solution should be used in an intuitive way, local or remotely.

Home automation represents progress on welfare, a step forward in technology supply, making possible in the present what was ficcion in the past.

fun fact: The term “Home Automation” results from contraction of the Greek word “domus” (house) with “robotics” (automated control).

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In an era where energy waste has been given increased attention, it is up to us making a more rational use of energy. A major goal for home automation is to maximize energy efficiency and control costs through intelligent management of housing resources.

Saving water::

Our home automation solutions integrate security systems against intrusion and technical security, including:

Intruder Alarms:

As part of a growing concern about burglary, intrusion detection becomes a solution considering the protection of people and goods. Intrusion detectors are designed to detect intruders, activating the alarm or other programmed warning. The sensors can be volumetric, PIR, motion detectors, windows and doors assault, broken glass and infrared beams.

Technical alarms (flood, gas and smoke):

The technical alarms intended to detect gas leaks, smoke or water. Upon discovery of these anomalies, the system activates the alarm, or other type of communication, and closes the corresponding security valves.

Video Surveillance:

A video surveillance system can deter intruders because they were being filmed, but can also be useful to watch the children playing in the garden. This system can be configured for continuous recording or start recording only when it detects someone’s presence.

Simulation of presence:

While absent, the housing will simulate its presence through the intelligent control of lighting, the blinds and / or other devices.

Panic Button:

During the night, if you feel the presence of strangers or when some intrusion alert is triggered, you can turn all the lights (interior and exterior) from home, just by pressing a switch located in your room.

The security system can be configured to send notifications / alerts to your mobile phone.

Lighting and outlets:

Video-Intercom:

Integration of video-intercom in home automation system, allowing its control from the main console.

Remote access via Internet:

With just an Internet connection, you can control and monitor the your home features such as lighting, air conditioning, alarm, irrigation, etc..

Alerts of alarm notifications on your phone::

When the alarm triggers, caused by an unwelcome intrusion by fire or by water or gas leak, the system notifies you via phone call or SMS message to your phone.

Control by PDA, Smartphone:

You can control the features of your home via a PDA or Smartphone with WiFi connection.

Imagine you could control your home or office with a siple touch wherever you are. Now you can!
We have the first independent long-range two way digital wireless technology of the world.

Until today, home automation products were developed focused in new constructions. Due to the high installation costs and appliance limitations, Smotics can help closing the gap by offering quality products with wide-range automation capability, reliable and at a low cost.

You can even mantain your light switches, altough push-buttons are recommended, and add wireless monitoring and control devices without the need to break any walls or run wires.

Simplicity, Modern, saving and security, providing entertainment and comfort with a personalized solution, through a flexible, modular and expandable system.

Home automation market has 2 ranges:

» Low tech / low cost products
» High tech / high cost and complicated installation

Our wireless solution is a low price and high performance with 2-way communication and easy to install, control and expand. Perfectly design to fit new or old constructions, the technology is focused in controling using a low data-rate data transfer, reducing costs and power consumption.

Wireless technologies (WiFi, Bluetooth, GSM, WiMax, RFID etc) are a tendency in the modern world thanks to their flexibility and mobility.

Available Home automation systems are traditionally based on star, bus or ring topologies Because of the structural features, these systems have a range limitation and cover area, demanding the use of repeaters or even cables.

Our solution is a powerful and innovative home automation tool with low consumption and pioneer because it uses a “bee hive” topology where every device is interconnected wirelessly and in a redundant way, ensuring a wide cover, free from obstacles.
Ideal for new instalations or retrofit.