Building Automation and Control Systems (BACS), Building Control System (BCS), and/or Building Management System (BMS)—same as “Building Automation System” or the subject of this page.
Controls—This term is appropriate in describing discrete devices that control particular pieces of equipment or processes.
Direct Digital Control (DDC)—describes the communication method used in modern devices (hardware and software). Collectively, DDC products control various building systems and form the automation system.
Energy Management System (EMS)—generally understood to be the same as a “Building Automation System” but may have special emphasis on energy metering/monitoring Energy Management and Control System—well, you’re getting the idea.
Smart (Intelligent) Building—a building equipped with a data-rich BAS.
Including control of its various pieces of equipment such as:
• Chillers
• Boilers
• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• Roof-top Units (RTUs)
• Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
• Heat Pump Units (HPUs)
• Variable Air Volume boxes (VAVs)
• Lighting control is, likewise,
low-hanging fruit for optimizing building performance.
• Power monitoring
• Security
• Close circuit video (CCTV)
• Card and keypad access
• Fire alarm system
• Elevators/escalators
• Plumbing and water monitoring
