Why measure presence?
Energy savings and sustainability. By only using lighting, ventilation, and heating where and when needed, presence measurement can lead to significant energy savings. This reduces both costs and environmental impact, which is important for creating sustainable buildings.
Improved comfort and user experience. Presence measurement ensures that rooms can automatically adjust to those who are present. For example, the temperature can be raised, lighting adjusted, or ventilation improved when a person enters the room. This contributes to a more comfortable environment for those in the building.
Optimization of building space and resources. By analyzing data from presence measurement, building managers can optimize how spaces are used and identify areas that are under- or over-utilized. This is valuable for offices and public environments, where these insights can be used to improve planning and reduce the need for new buildings or renovations.
Improvement of safety. Presence measurement can provide security personnel with an understanding of where people are located in a building, which can be crucial in emergencies. One can quickly get an overview of congestion levels and evacuate areas effectively if needed.
Cost-effectiveness in operation and maintenance. Presence measurement allows for the control of various systems in the building based on need, which means that maintenance and operational costs can be reduced. For example, cleaning staff can be prioritized to areas that are actually used frequently, making cleaning more efficient and resource-saving.
Data for future planning and improvement. Presence data can provide valuable insights for future building design and renovations. By analyzing how people move and use a building, one can plan future spaces more effectively and reduce costs and energy consumption.
Enkey's solution for presence measurement
Enkey's presence sensors connect wirelessly to Enkey Building Insight®, allowing real-time readings of presence, temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, CO2, and VOC. Presence reports are automatically generated based on a set schedule. This is cost-effective and facilitates analysis and optimization, as measurement data is collected and visualized automatically.