Smart HVAC Systems and The Internet of Things
By John Boghos
StatguardPlus Staff Writer
We use smart watches. We have smart vacuum-bots. Even our crock pots can be managed with smart controls.
Our world is being made more efficient by devices being connected through the internet. There is a term given to this new era of technology. It is called the “Internet of Things” (IoT *1). Simply put, it is just the way that our day-to-day products are being connected to other devices and controls. If you wanted to use the phrase “internet of things” in a sentence, it would be something similar to this,
“The technology used in the app, on my iPhone, that helps to control what TV shows I am recording on my DVR at home, is the internet of things. It’s the way that my ‘things’ are connected to the ‘internet’ and to the other devices on my network.”
Forbes Contributor, Bernard Marr states “The Internet of Things is already transforming our homes and workplaces. *2” Ecobee *3 is an Canadian-based wifi-enabled thermostat pioneer and first came to market with their trailblazing product in 2009. Since that time, other companies such as Honeywell and Nest have since released their own versions of a smart thermostat. CNET put together a list of the best smart thermostats for 2020 – a list that shows just how varied the product field has become *4.
The Internet of Things also immediately impacted the way HVAC operations teams and HVAC companies operate. The commercial implementation of IoT-based HVAC thermostats is increasing. Corporations and organizations all over the globe are presently using smart thermostats and systems to monitor and control systems remotely. Regulation of air flow, cost controls, remote operations, reduction of man-power, and air quality control are some of the key factors that drive the implementation of these connected systems.
Technology improves consistency, reduce mundane and repetitive tasks, and allow the HVAC teams to focus on key value-added functions. These are exciting innovations which improve comfort and energy efficiency. We have just touched the surface of what is possible with these connected devices.
At StatGuardPlus, we embrace the adoption of this technology. Thermostats are more than just a means of changing the temperature – they are critical components in a complex HVAC system. The StatGuardPlus features *5 protect your investment in smart controls. More than a thermostat cover, the StatGuardPlus is an important part to help you save time, money, and frustration. Contact us today to learn more about adding StatGuardPlus to your HVAC applications. Wholesale accounts are available.
*1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_of_things
*2 “19 Astonishing Quotes About The Internet Of Things Everyone Should Read2” https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2018/09/12/19-astonishing-quotes-about-the-internet-of-things-everyone-should-read/#2364683ae1db