Functions

Multi-protocol gateway
  • Data and information are exchanged bidirectionally between different protocols and technologies
  • Automatic conversion rules come into effect for different data types
  • The integrated logic engine can also be converted manually.
Alarm Management

Advanced alarm module

  • Monitoring the building automation system and reporting unexpected system behavior
  • Alarm conditions can be defined and continuously monitored
  • Triggering various actions when an alarm condition is triggered (e.g. changing data point values, emailing the user or social media, ...)
  • An overview of all alarms is provided via a web interface in accordance with VDI/VDE 3699
  • Alarm logs are stored in the SQL database for reporting
Scheduler
  • Define time-based (timer, start-stop, cyclical event) and conditional (action after triggering the condition) events
  • List view of all events
  • Calendar view for time-based events
Trending

Creation of diagrams and tables for the analysis of consumption values

  • The amount of data and the frequency for storage can be freely defined
  • Create and manage trends (past values of a data point from an SQL database)
  • In addition to the storage of all data point changes, other storage schemes such as value change (COV), sampling, average, etc. possible
  • View in diagrams and tables
  • For precise analyzes, different trends or periods of a trend can be combined in one diagram
  • The time interval for the provision of a trend can be freely configured
  • Storage in an SQL database (MySQL, MariaDB, MS SQL)
Logic Engine

LUA Script based scripting engine

  • Contains a graphic tool for programming function blocks (xLogic Editor)
  • More control functionality within the field devices or required control functions that are distributed across devices with different technologies
  • Logic engine can read and write data points, perform mathematical operations and calculations, send notifications such as e-mails or messages via social media and much more.
  • Complex control functions such as PID control or drivers for communication protocols can be implemented
  • Ready-to-use logic functions are already included
  • Creation of virtual data points for user-specific virtual structures - these data points are only available in the server and can be used like physical data points.
Comprehensive scheduler for the implementation of time-based events
  • Timers, start-stop events and cyclical events
  • Repetition for all event types
  • Conditional events - are always triggered when a defined condition is met
Advanced reporting module
  • Generates reports with diagram and table elements that show trend and historical data point values as well as data from other BMS functions (e.g. reports of trends, alarms and DALI tests (LaPMS module)
  • Reports can be created manually in the Web Manager or automatically with the scheduler - daily, monthly, weekly, yearly
  • Export of reports as PDF, MS Excel or other formats possible
  • Web-based report designer (in the web manager) for your own report designs and templates available

Optional extended functions

Lighting / DALI Management - NETx Lamps

Module for initiating manufacturer-independent DALI tests

  • Manufacturer-independent display of DALI gateways and devices
  • Generic interface for initiating DALI tests
  • Integrated solution for the simple and time-saving management of DALI emergency tests
  • Monitoring of operating hours, current, voltage and definition of alarm thresholds
Metering - NETx Metering Module

Economical and resource-saving use of energy thanks to a highly developed analysis system

  • Collecting consumption values from smart meters that are stored in an SQL database
  • Independent of manufacturer and type - use of any meters (KNX, BACnet, Modbus, M-Bus, ...) from different sources (electricity, water, air, heating, ...) possible
  • All calculated consumption values (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly) are provided as normal data points
  • Data points can be used in the visualization or forwarded to other administration clients via OPC, BACnet, MQTT or web services
  • Comparison of other trend values, e.g. data points that influence the consumption of energy resources (e.g. temperature values) can be used as comparison values
  • The daily, weekly, monthly or annual consumption can be exported as a table or chart
  • Values from different meters or from different time periods can be compared with one another
  • The integrated counters can be structured hierarchically
  • The assignment can also be made as a percentage
  • Based on the selected structure and the assigned meters, consumption calculations can be carried out.
Automatic shading control - NETx Shutter Control

Automatic shading of complex buildings taking into account the current season, the weather, the position of the sun as well as the position and 3D geometry of the building. Ideal for use in large buildings for the central control of thousands of blinds,

  • NETx Shutter Control is based on a 3D model that takes into account the building, the path of the sun and the shadow of the surrounding objects
  • Optimal control of the blinds with live data, e.g. weather and position of the sun
  • Project-specific solution - individual needs and special operating modes are taken into account
  • Simulation of the shadow of the building and its surroundings with a 3D model of the building, the blinds and the surrounding objects created from construction plans. The simulation is carried out for every minute of the year.
  • Automatic control of the blinds based on the simulation and various runtime parameters (e.g. weather). Further parameters (manual override, special operating and safety modes, etc.) can be taken into account.
  • One or more freely selectable weather stations determine the current weather situation
  • Blinds can be controlled individually or in groups
  • The slat setting is controlled according to the elevation and azimuth angle of the sun
  • Manual control is also possible, can be adapted project-specifically
  • Dynamic calculation of the brightness threshold

Interfaces

KNX
  • Easy import from the ETS with the NETx BMS App Secure
  • Import of all group addresses and automatic assignment to KNXnet/IP routers and interfaces
  • Detection of IP addresses of KNXnet/IP routers and interfaces
  • Import of all ETS views (building and structure view, topology including devices, communication objects and their data points)
  • Support of the KNX IP security standard
  • Support of all standardized KNX data points
  • Non-standardized DPTs can be added
  • Uses KNXnet/IP tunneling protocol: any KNXnet/IP router and/or interface can be used
  • KNXnet/IP routing available
OPC

Management level

  • OPC interface for OPC clients from third-party manufacturers, e.g. visualizations from third-party providers

Field/automation level

  • OPC DA interface for the integration of data points from third party OPC servers, e.g. fire alarm systems
  • Cluster Explorer for easy import
  • Central aggregation of data from various sub-servers in the NETx BMS Platform
BACnet

Management level

  • BACnet/IP server interface for BACnet clients from third-party manufacturers
  • Assignment of different data points (e.g. KNX, Modbus, SNMP, Fidelio/Opera, VingCard, ...) to BACnet objects
  • Supports COV subscription
  • Automatic or manual selection of object types
  • Configuration of read/write or read-only access possible

Field/automation level

  • Uses the BACnet/IP protocol to integrate any BACnet/IP device
  • Other BACnet media (e.g. BACnet MS/TP devices) can be integrated via BACnet/IP routers
  • BACnet Explorer for the automatic detection of devices and objects without the functions required for external tools
  • Several BACnet priorities can be used at the same time
  • Supports confirmed/unconfirmed COV subscription, unsolicited COV notification and device query
  • Supports BBMD
  • Supports proprietary BACnet objects
  • Further information can be found under BACnet PIC Statement
Modbus
  • Supports Modbus/TCP protocol for the integration of Modbus/TCP devices
  • Supports Modbus/RTU via Modbus/TCP gateways or via IP-to-RS485 converter (native Modbus/RTU via TCP or UDP)
  • Manufacturer-specific configuration possible
SNMP
  • Support for SNMP v1, v2 and v3
  • Query of SNMP objects via their OIDs
  • Writing of SNMP objects
  • Supports SNMP traps
  • SNMP device monitoring
oBIX and other web service interfaces for IoT
  • oBIX 1.1 interface supports HTTP binding and XML coding
  • Supports HTTPS (TLS 1.2) and HTTP basic authentication
  • Support for oBIX clocks
  • Corresponds to the KNX Web Services, which offer the possibility of using the NETx BMS Platform as a standard-compliant KNX Web Service Gateway
MQTT
  • MQTT interface for communication with one or more MQTT brokers
  • Support of TLS security
  • Publish/Subscribe to MQTT Topics
Web interfaces
  • Interface to the web manager for the administration of building automation functions
  • Interface to web-based visualization
  • Supports HTTPS
  • HTML5 and JavaScript for standard web browsers
  • Comprehensive user administration
VNET
  • Reliable and safe interface for PC-based visualization
  • Uses TLS for secure connection
Hotel management systems

Fidelio/Opera

  • Certified interface with the following functions: guest in/out/guest data updates when changing rooms, guest messages can be edited online / on request, room equipment / cleaning status / do not disturb
  • Combination of data from different systems possible, e.g. B. Hotel management and door lock systems
  • For Opera PMS V5 or higher, Fidelio Suite 8.8 or higher, Fidelio FO 6.20, Fidelio Suite 7.13

Infor

  • Infor Hospitality Management Solution (HMS ™) - cloud-based hotel management system

Protel

  • Protel interface for the NETx BMS Platform

charPMS

  • charPMS interface for the NETx BMS Platform

WINHAMS

  • WINHAMS interface for the NETx BMS Platform
Communication with door locking systems

VingCard

  • Events that can be retrieved from the VisiOnline server software: guest entrance (including card number), staff entrance, open inside, bolt thrown, bolt released. All events are available as data points in the NETx BMS Platform and can be further processed with other technologies such as KNX, BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, Fidelio/Opera, ...

Kaba door locks

  • Information is exchanged with the NETx BMS Platform via the Kaba software (Web Service Client) using Web Service Requests.

Salto door locks

  • The Salto software (TCP client) sends TCP/IP packets to the NETx BMS Platform (TCP server).
HTTP servers and other web service gateways
  • For the integration of web content from HTTP servers. The NETx BMS Platform acts as an HTTP client.
Additional interfaces
  • Via hardware gateways: DALI, DMX, EnOcean, M-Bus
  • Own interfaces via LUA scripting and C# .NET API
  • Customer-specific interfaces on request

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Hospitality Tech Expo

October 15 & 16, 2024

London

Simlab + NETx

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All-in-one

KNX / BACnet / Modbus / OPC / SNMP / oBIX / MQTT / Fidelio/Opera / Protel / Infor / charPMS / WinHMS / VingCard / Kaba / Salto / Helvar / DALI / EnOcean / M-Bus / DMX

BMS solution

Gateway solution

Success

NETx BMS Platform

Multi-protocol gateway, visualization, alarm management, trending, scheduler, logic engine, smart metering

  • Optional extended functions: Lighting/DALI management, metering, automatic shading control
  • Interfaces: KNX, OPC, BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, Helvar, oBIX and other web service interfaces for IoT, MQTT, web interfaces, VNET, hotel management systems, communication with door locking systems, HTTP servers and other web service gateways
  • Visualization
  • Web manager
  • Additional interfaces with hardware-gateway: DALI, DMX, EnOcean, M-Bus
  • Customer-specific interfaces on request

NETx Multi Protocol Server

Multi-protocol gateway

  • Data and information are exchanged bidirectionally between different protocols and technologies
  • Logic engine - LUA Script based
  • Interfaces: KNX, OPC, BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, MQTT, Helvar, hotel management systems, communication with door locking systems, HTTP servers and other web service gateways
  • Additional interfaces with hardware-gateway: DALI, DMX, EnOcean, M-Bus
  • Customer-specific interfaces on request

Services

Project analysis / commissioning service / driver developement

Solutions

DALI management / hotel solution / advanced shutter control / metering / distributed properties

Partner network

Become a listed sales and solution partner / partner list / reference project

Our customers

Your advantages of our all-in-one solution!

System integrators

Electrical engineer

End customer

  • Cross-system platform, easy integration of various fieldbus systems
  • Versatile - from the pure gateway function to complex building management systems based on SQL
  • Networking of locations or acting across locations
  • Integration of KNX, BACnet, Modbus, OPC UA / DA
  • additional extensions to DALI management, hotel management systems, energy management and door communication systems
  • Connection of IoT devices via oBIX and MQTT
  • open interfaces, flexible integration of third-party systems
  • Control via web-based clients (browser, mobile phone, tablet)
  • Integration of KNX, BACnet, Modbus, OPC UA / DA
  • Interfaces to hotel management systems, door locking systems, DALI management and much more.
  • Versatile application - from pure data transfer between different fieldbus protocols to customized visualization
  • Certified member of the KNX Association, BACnet Group and OPC Foundation
  • Over 20 years of experience in the field of building automation
  • Highly qualified training for integrators
  • Support with planning through webinars and on-site training
  • Placement of integrators
  • Tender texts for a wide range of applications
  • Freely configurable visualization
  • Our system offers you the option of connecting all bus systems in the building to one another
  • Manage all trades - lighting, shading, HVAC, door communication and hotel management systems
  • Added value through holistic management of your building automation
  • Clear handling
  • By grading different user groups, several visualization levels are possible (variable access rights)
  • Webinar and presentation of NETxAutomation
  • Placement of integrators in your country (in over 100 countries)
  • Assistance and advice in the implementation of your building project

Why BMS?

Climate and environmental protection through maximally efficient use of the available resources.

Energy efficiency

Cost reduction

Comfort

Climate protection by reducing the CO2 footprint

  • High energy saving potential through the use of an all-in-one solution
  • More effective use of existing resources

Through central management - visualization, remote access, maintenance, data archiving

  • A central visualization for all subsystems
  • Reduction of procurement costs
  • Reduction of ongoing operating costs (e.g. maintenance, training of employees, ...)

It is not the user who adapts to the building, but the building to the user

  • Automatic control and regulation functions running in the background
  • Central visualizations, constant light control, automatic shading, support for people with disabilities

Projects realized with

NETxAutomation

  • More than 20 years of experience in building automation
  • Represented in more than 100 countries
  • 8,000+ active licenses
  • 500,000+ Projects with more than 100,000 data points
  • 40 international partners

Industry partners

ABB

Aplixcom

Brück Electronic GmbH

Berg Energie

EAE TECHNOLOGY

Eelectron

Elsner Elektronik

HDL

Interra

Janitza electronics

Jung

Legrand

Nohara

Sauter Gebäudeautomation

Simlab

TigerTMS