Alto CERO - Building Automation & Control System
Building Management efficiency improvement
How it works
AltoTech CERO Technology
The hardware structure for CERO M, as part of the AltoTech Global suite of products, is designed to support energy optimization and efficient building management. It involves a combination of sensors, IoT devices, and connectivity protocols, all working in harmony to provide a comprehensive energy management solution.
These sensors are connected via IoT, allowing them to communicate with each other and the central system, ensuring seamless data transfer and immediate response to changes in the environment. In addition, the system uses LoRa (Long Range) signal technology for wide area networking, which enables long-range communication between the sensors and the central system, even in large office buildings.
Building Automation and Control System
Reduced Operational Costs
lower workloads and operational costs for operation team. This can lead to potential cost savings that may, in turn, benefit the company.
Remote Accessibility
Enable controlling anywhere with a remote access feature, empowering users to manage and monitor Alto CERO system from any location, fostering flexibility and convenience.
Real-Time Monitoring
access real-time information about energy usage, allowing to make informed decisions to conserve energy and reduce costs.
Automated controlling
Implementing automated controls within the Alto CERO system enhances operational efficiency by reducing manual interventions. This feature allows the system to autonomously adjust settings based on predefined parameters or respond to real-time data inputs. Automation can optimize energy consumption, enhance system performance, and contribute to overall cost reduction.
Thermal Comfort
AltoTech utilizes thermal comfort in its self-driving technology to optimize the comfort of building's tenants. Thermal comfort is a concept that comes from the field of building energy management, where it is used to predict the thermal comfort of occupants in a building. It takes into account factors like air temperature, humidity, air velocity, and clothing insulation.
CERO Building Application
Alto Demand Limit
Monitor real-time building power consumption and predict the future building demand using machine learning algorithms.
Stores current energy usage and forecasts future use. If the forecast tends to be higher than the current value, turn off the low-priority devices.
Alto Vision
Crowd counting
Autopilot uses real-time data from smart IoT devices to adjust energy use based on room occupancy, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste. The AI optimizes guest room energy without compromising comfort and ensures the cooling system operates at peak efficiency.
In/Out counting
refers to a specific application of crowd counting technology that not only estimates the number of people present in a given area but also tracks the movement of individuals entering and exiting the area. This can provide valuable data about occupancy trends and patterns, which can be used to further optimize the performance of VRV and ERV systems
Alto Autopilot VRV - ERV
VRV
Optimizing HVAC systems involves considering both equipment efficiency and occupant thermal comfort.
Adjust setpoint temperature, fan speed, and mode according to indoor temperature and humidity.
ERV
Utilize real-time indoor CO2 concentration to adjust operation of ERV.
Smart scheduling by occupancy forecasting and real-time crowd counting from Alto Vision.
For these applications, it aligns with Ashrae55-220 not only to conserve energy but also considers Thermal Comfort and indoor air quality, including measurements of CO2 levels and other air quality parameters.
Alto with Line Application
Tenant Feedback
is an application that allows building occupants to provide feedback on the comfort within the building. This information is sent to the system, enabling AI to learn and appropriately control the environment based on the gathered data.
Owner Connex
is an application designed for building administrators. It provides a comprehensive overview of energy usage and savings within the building. The data can be conveniently summarized and shared through the LINE application.
CERO Integration
What is Project Haystack?
Project Haystack is a pioneering initiative focused on standardizing semantic data models for internet-connected devices and equipment. It simplifies the way data is managed, interpreted, and utilized across various systems, ensuring a harmonious and efficient integration.
Empowering Seamless Integration and Interoperability
In an era where technological synergy is not just a luxury but a necessity, Project Haystack stands at the forefront of innovation. Our cutting-edge platform is designed to seamlessly integrate external applications, fostering an environment of effortless 'plug and play' for hardware systems in sync with our sophisticated software solutions.
Plug & Play Enabler for Hardware
Hardware Agnostic
Our software does not discriminate. It's built to support a wide array of hardware, allowing for a diverse ecosystem of devices to connect without hassle.
Easy Configuration
The complexities of hardware integration are things of the past. With Project Haystack, devices can be added, configured, and managed with minimal effort.
DEDE Net ZERO Building x AltoTech Global
Explore with us the innovative BAS system at the DEDE Netzero building, a marvel of sustainable engineering.
Case Study
Alto CERO platform which being used as Building Automation and Control System (BACS) for this Net-Zero Energy building integrates over 11 subsystems, adhering to the Project Haystack data ontology standard.
Web Dashboard Insights
The heart of this transformation lies in the web dashboard, offering real-time insights into the building's energy dynamics. It vividly displays the current power usage from the grid and solar production, with solar contributing a significant 58.4% to the day's energy needs. Operating seamlessly in Self-Driving or Manual mode, the dashboard integrates additional data on weather conditions, temperature, air quality index, and energy consumption patterns over time. Notably, the Energy Performance Indicator (EnPI) is a prominent absentee, emphasizing a focus on real impact over mere metrics.
Savings & Carbon Footprint
Graphs and gauge charts provide a visual narrative of the building's energy use, underscoring the prominent role played by solar energy. Savings from solar are quantified, and the carbon footprint is translated into tangible terms – CO2 emissions and the equivalent number of trees needed for absorption.
AI-Driven Energy Optimization
The brain behind this sustainable marvel is an AI-driven system that harnesses machine learning to monitor and predict energy demand. This system not only prevents excess consumption but also adapts HVAC operations for energy efficiency based on occupancy detection. The self-driving VRV system, fueled by IoT data, ensures real-time thermal comfort by optimizing HVAC settings. Simultaneously, the ERV system adjusts ventilation based on CO2 levels and occupancy data, maintaining air quality while conserving energy. The seamless integration of these technologies ensures a comfortable indoor environment while significantly reducing energy use and the building's carbon footprint.
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Sustainability Certifications & Standards
The heart of this transformation lies in the web dashboard, offering real-time insights into the building's energy dynamics. It vividly displays the current power usage from the grid and solar production, with solar contributing a significant 58.4% to the day's energy needs. Operating seamlessly in Self-Driving or Manual mode, the dashboard integrates additional data on weather conditions, temperature, air quality index, and energy consumption patterns over time. Notably, the Energy Performance Indicator (EnPI) is a prominent absentee, emphasizing a focus on real impact over mere metrics.
The heart of this transformation lies in the web dashboard, offering real-time insights into the building's energy dynamics. It vividly displays the current power usage from the grid and solar production, with solar contributing a significant 58.4% to the day's energy needs. Operating seamlessly in Self-Driving or Manual mode, the dashboard integrates additional data on weather conditions, temperature, air quality index, and energy consumption patterns over time. Notably, the Energy Performance Indicator (EnPI) is a prominent absentee, emphasizing a focus on real impact over mere metrics.
