What is a smart powerhouse system?
How a smart powerhouse system differs from a traditional one, and Fidar's four generations of smart powerhouse control — from linear control to IoT/IIoT.
Traditional vs. smart powerhouse
Traditional powerhouses run on simple thermostats in on/off mode, with no integrated control or feedback across building zones.
A smart powerhouse uses controllers and sensors throughout the facility to optimise equipment based on outdoor temperature and real indoor demand, cutting energy waste.
Four generations of smart powerhouse control
Generation 1 (2003): linear control based on outdoor temperature.
Generation 2 (2011): nonlinear pump control with 5 digital sensors.
Generation 3 (2014): local network monitoring, no cloud support.
Generation 4 (2019): IoT/IIoT over Modbus and LoRa, centralised management of unlimited systems.