Commercial Building Automation Systems

Intecho designs, installs and supports commercial building automation systems that bring HVAC, lighting, security and energy management together under one intelligent platform. A commercial building automation system, or BAS, connects the separate systems in a building so they communicate and work together, giving facility managers a single interface to monitor and control the whole site. The result is a commercial building that runs more efficiently, costs less to operate and is more comfortable for the people inside it. As specialists in building technology, we build every BAS around how your building actually works, and we improve energy efficiency as a core outcome rather than an afterthought.

A building automation system centralises control of the core building systems so they no longer run in isolation. Rather than HVAC, lighting and access control each operating on their own, a BAS links them through a network of sensors and controllers, automating how the building responds to real conditions. HVAC systems adjust to occupancy and air quality. Lighting control responds to daylight and movement. Energy management runs continuously in the background. This is the role of building automation systems: to turn various building systems into one coordinated whole that a facility management team can run from a single interface.

We integrate the full range of technologies that make a commercial building intelligent:

• HVAC control, managing heating, cooling and ventilation based on real-time occupancy to hold a comfortable environment while cutting energy consumption.
• Lighting control that automates lighting around daylight and occupancy.
• Access control and security systems, including fire alarms and other safety systems, for a safer environment.
• Energy management and metering, giving building operators real-time data on energy usage across the site.

Where a building already runs a building management system (BMS), our BAS integrates with it rather than replacing it, pulling every feed into one view. We use open standards such as KNX and DALI, so the BAS is not locked to a single manufacturer and stays scalable as the building changes.

For most building owners, the strongest case for a BAS is energy. By automating HVAC and lighting based on real-time occupancy, the system removes the energy waste that comes from heating, cooling and lighting empty space. Real-time insights show exactly where energy is being used, so managers and building owners can act on actionable insights rather than guesswork. Precise, automated control of building functions reduces energy costs and operational costs, while predictive maintenance extends the life of equipment by flagging issues before they become failures. The outcome is measurable: lower energy use, lower operational costs, and better building performance.

The commercial building automation market is dominated at one end by global manufacturers such as Honeywell and Johnson Controls, and at the other by generalists with little depth. Intecho sits where it matters, a specialist integrator with the commercial credentials to deliver advanced systems at scale. We have delivered building technology on demanding projects including the St James Quarter in Edinburgh, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, NATO facilities, the Sephora flagship and Evri distribution centres, working alongside contractors such as Laing O’Rourke. We were named KNX Commercial Installer of the Year and we are CEDIA members. That means you get the rigour of an enterprise-grade BAS with a team that designs around your building, your building type, and your operational goals, rather than selling a fixed product.

Every building is different, so we design distributed control around the specific systems and building type in front of us. From a single commercial building through to a multi-site estate, our BAS systems scale to fit, integrating HVAC, lighting, energy and safety systems into one platform. Whether you are fitting out a new build, refurbishing, or upgrading an existing building, we deliver smart building automation that improves operational efficiency and gives you precise control of the whole building from day one.

We cover design, installation, commissioning and ongoing support, and we stay involved long after handover to keep the system performing. If you are planning or specifying a commercial building automation system, talk to us about a BAS designed around how your building works. Call us on 020 3621 8329.

What is a commercial building automation system?

A commercial building automation system (BAS) is a network that connects a building’s HVAC, lighting, access control and energy management so they work together. Sensors and controllers automate building functions based on real-time occupancy and conditions, and facility managers monitor and control everything from a single interface.

How does a BAS reduce energy costs?

By automating HVAC and lighting around actual occupancy rather than fixed schedules, a BAS cuts the energy waste of running empty space. Real-time data identifies further savings, so the reduction in energy use and energy costs is measurable rather than assumed.

Will it work with our existing BMS?

Yes. Intecho integrates with the building management system you already run rather than replacing it, centralising lighting, energy and environmental data into one view for your facility management team.

Is the system scalable across multiple buildings?

Yes. We build on open standards, so a BAS can scale from a single commercial building to a multi-site estate, with distributed control suited to each building type.

What does building automation include beyond HVAC?

Alongside HVAC control, a BAS can integrate lighting control, access control, security and fire safety systems, and energy management, bringing the various systems in the building together under automated, centralised control.