Siemens Smart Infrastructure has introduced its new automation controller Desigo PXC4 and PXC5 to convert buildings into energy-efficient, high-performing assets. The new generation of Desigo building automation controllers offers a variety of benefits making small and medium-sized buildings to most flexible and scalable buildings.
Thanks to the new license-free engineering framework of Desigo, devices can now be integrated into the same precise engineering framework. Features such as opening with an effective design for integrating different protocols and easy wireless access facilitates building automation. Both controllers were designed to grow and strengthen the Desigo portfolio and focus on one specific feature - Desigo PXC4 for HVAC plants and Desigo PXC5 for system functions and integration.
The new controllers are released simultaneously with the Desigo Engineering Framework, which contains the HIT Portal, a web-based planning and selection tool; an ABT Site engineering and delivery tool for PC users and an 'ABT Go' mobile app deployment tool. The framework does not require a license and can support the building throughout its life cycle. With a plethora of pre-programmed functions and program blocks and various model areas, the ABT Site engineering tool offers simplified programs to significantly reduce engineering complexity. Due to the openness of the design process, many contracts can be easily integrated and blended. With this setup, projects can now be easily processed, quickly and reliably - on-site or remotely.
The new Desigo PXC4 and PXC5 controllers not only use the engineering process, but also help the user reduce project time and costs. Unnecessary visits to mobile sites can be avoided due to integrated cloud connectivity. Additionally, controllers can be accessed through the Desigo Engineering Framework at any time and anywhere to perform remote engineering, operation and monitoring.
On site, the user has wireless access to the controller and can process alarms on site or remotely. Controllers are designed with security in mind, providing certificate management and signed firmware to protect against malware and viruses. Both of these devices, PXC4 and PXC5, have tough system robust tests and are designed for the BACnet Secure connect, in addition to the BACnet protocol. In addition, the embedded server connection is encrypted via https. Password protection and hotspot disabling are two other features that improve security.
