On the surface, microcontrollers and PLCs look like they can basically do the exact same things, right? We feed an input, a program does things,
Category: Building Controls
What is a Microcontroller?
PLC’s are not the only solution to automation. They go up against devices called Micro Controllers, which are often far cheaper, but yet essentially the
What is a PLC?
Automated systems all need something to come back to. There needs to be some sort of brain that runs the infrastructure, does all the math,
How Far Does Automation Go?
Your fire safety system is basically a parasite with its tendrils all over the building. It can tap into breakers, elevators, hvac, security, and more
The Science Behind Insulation
Insulation is essential to a comfortable and efficient environment. The essential point of insulation is to isolate your indoor environment from the outdoor environment. We
How to Pick a Thermostat
We talked about installing a Thermostat and a little bit of the install process. Today, we’re going to look a little deeper into the factors
