Smart Buildings Systems for Architects, Owners and Builders

Suitable for architects, builders, engineers, facility managers, developers, contractors, and design consultants, this book covers the costs and benefits of smart buildings, and the basic design foundations, technology systems, and management systems encompassed within a smart building.

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The design, construction and operation of smart buildings are occurring as a result of major financial, technical and environmental changes. However, the challenges in doing so are many. How do you select technology amenities that will address tenant needs? Do the building designers and managers have the resources to really understand system integration? How do you manage energy usage and costs or the coordination of multiple designers and contractors? How do you procure the right facility management tools to obtain accurate, up-to-date information on the building's performance? Smart Buildings Systems for Architects, Owners and Builders answers these questions and more. A practical resource for designers and facility managers, this book covers the basic design foundations, codes and technology systems which constitute a smart building. A one-stop shop, the author provides the readers with the tools and methods to assess the costs and benefits of smart buildings systems, basic design foundations, and management systems.

Inhalt

What is a Smart Building?
The Economics of Smart Buildings
The Foundations of a Smart Building
Structured Cabling Systems
Ethernet and IP Protocols
Interoperable Smart Building System Databases
Power Over Ethernet
Data Networks
Voice Networks
Audio Visual Systems
Video Distribution Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
Video Surveillance Systems
Access Control Systems
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems
Electric Power Management Systems
Lighting Control Systems
Facility Management Systems
Case Studies