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8 | September 2019 | Commercial Design http://www.commercialdesignindia.com
ISHRAE Mumbai launched Architectonics to address the need for effective
communication between architects and MEP professionals
A
programme for the architects and by the
architects, Architectonics was successful
in fulÀlling its aim of creating and understanding
the synergy between MEP professionals and the
architecture community 7 his Áagship programme
Honeywell suite of building integration and cyber solutions help
improve efficiency, data analysis and control
H
oneywell recently introduced the
next generation of Enterprise Building
Integration (EBI), Command and Control Suite
(CCS), and Digital Video Manager (DVM), a
suite of solutions enabled by the Honeywell
Forge for Buildings platform, that help drive
facility efÀciency and oversight, streamline
complex functions, and deliver savings across
an enterprise. A key component to making this
all work is keeping facilities and occupants safe.
Along with EBI, CCS and DVM Honeywell is
launching a portfolio of enhanced cybersecurity
solutions to help companies protect against
the rising risk of unexpected attacks on data,
network systems and buildings infrastructure.
“For buildings to be smarter, more efÀcient
and effective, an operating system must be
in place that works to constantly improve
resource management,” said Mark Verheyden,
president, Honeywell Building Solutions. “These
systems help keep people safe and secure,
enhance the building experience, and protect
the data and processes that drive operations.
The overall health of the building ecosystem
can impact business success – just like great
talent and experience. Our building operation
teams help customers address building use and
critical infrastructure challenges.”
These technologies leverage IoT connectivity,
interoperable systems and data sharing, and
adaptive workÁows to help transform inputs
and information into actionable outcomes. Key
enhancements include:- EBI R600 – The Honeywell building
management system that helps connect,
monitor and manage core building functions,
from comfort to security to safety, and can
help reduce upfront capital costs. The open
IoT platform integrates with numerous
third-party systems and equipment as well
as cloud and mobile applications. With more
than 23 years of market implementation, EBI
has more than 150 million IoT connections in
buildings worldwide.- DVM R700 – An enhanced digital surveillance
system that delivers a detailed view of
operations and enterprise-wide integrated
protection. Improved camera servers
enhance views and reduce storage needs and
hardware costs. - CCS R300 – Facility visualization application
with intuitive interface that brings
performance data to building personnel
through enhanced map navigation and editing
capabilities.
“Commercial building and critical
infrastructure customers are often driving
toward similar facility outcomes: streamlined
operations, reduced costs, improved safety and
security,” Verheyden said.
Information Technology (IT) often receives
the most attention when it comes to
safeguarding the integrity of data and assets.
Operational Technology (OT) – systems
that monitor, control and protect processes,
equipment and operational environments –
can be another entry point, and often needs
similar or more care in today’s ever-connected
technology landscape.
(L-R) Amod Dikshit, incoming president, ASHRAE Mumbai Chapter; Pradeep Bakshi, managing director and CEO,
Voltas Ltd.; Mihir Sanghavi, president, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter; Dr. Clayton Miller, assistant professor, Department
of Building, National University of Singapore; Sandeep Shikre, principal architect, SSA Architects; Sanjay Kumar
Verma, chair - Advocacy, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter; RN Joshi, president elect, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter.
launched by ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter, held on
July 19 at Hotel Sahara Star Mumbai, was a novel
attempt in getting all stakeholders – from end
clients, builders, architects, MEP consultants, MEP
contractors, system manufacturers to serviceproviders – on a common platform.
The event brought together over 250 delegates
and decision makers from the industry, including
structural, MEP, landscaping, transportation,
environmental and other consultants who are
responsible for improving the performance
and lifecycle of buildings. During the course of
the event, discussions were held on net-zero
buildings, campus planning and design, ‘connecting
humans with nature’, MEP in architecture; and
various case studies were showcased. Attendees
had the opportunity to interact and learn from
key dignitaries such as Mihir Sanghavi, president,
ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter; Pradeep Bakshi,
managing director & CEO, Voltas Ltd.; Amod Dixit,
president, ASHRAE Mumbai Chapter; RN Joshi,
president elect, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter; Hiten
Sethi, principal architect, Hiten Sethi Architects; Dr.
Clayton Miller, assistant professor, Department of
Building, National University of Singapore; Sandeep
Shikre, principal architect, SSA Architects, among
other industry players.