Building Automation Systems

Overview
The Building Automation Systems segment of Frank M. Booth Inc. provides the building control system solutions for the projects installed by the company. Whether the project is design/build, design/assist, plan and spec, or direct-to-owner, the building control system is designed to fit the needs of the customer and provide the level of access, monitoring and functionality that the customer desires. Our system expertise includes electronic, pneumatic, and complete building automation systems (BAS) utilizing direct digital controllers. We provide complete system design engineering, installation, and thorough commissioning for all systems we provide.

With ever changing technology, building automation systems have evolved into very user friendly tools for the facility owner and operator. These technological advancements provide means to monitor various building systems to the level desired. The utilization of standards such as TCP/IP, the Internet protocol, allows authorized access via a standard web-browser to a system locally and remotely via the Internet. The implementation of standard communication protocols such as BACnet and LonWorks provide the means to communicate with and integrate various building systems and manufacturers.

With consideration to the above, the variety of solutions that are available is extensive. With necessary consideration and proper application, the ultimate solution provides a powerful tool to effectively and efficiently operate a facility. With all of the technologies and options available our focus with every opportunity is to not over complicate the system or lose site of basic needs of the facility operator

Products
The primary BAS solution utilized by Frank M. Booth is the Talon system manufactured by Staefa Control Systems. The Talon system is LonWorks based at the device level and incorporates the open technologies provided with the Niagara Framework technology developed by Tridium Inc. The peripheral devices incorporated into our solutions are manufactured by several industry recognized manufacturers which include Belimo, Veris Industries, Alta Labs, and Ebtron. Please select a link below for more information on any of the products mentioned.

FMB – Design/build Office Building Automation System
The design/build office of Frank M. Booth Inc. incorporates a control system utilizing the technologies discussed above. For more information, please contact Tim Baer, manager of our building automation operation.