Light+Building: New IoT solutions for energy efficiency in street lighting and buildings from Alpha-Omega Technology and MClimate

Schimberg and Berlin, February 15, 2024 - At the world's leading trade fair „Light+Building“  from March 3 to 8, 2024, Alpha-Omega Technology GmbH & Co. KG and its partner MClimate AD will be showcasing innovative IoT solutions for greater energy efficiency. The focus of this year's international industry get-together will include the digitalization of home and building technology. MClimate is a specialist for IoT hardware and software solutions in the field of energy efficiency. The company will be showcasing the "Vicki LoRaWAN Smart Radiator Thermostat" at the 16 square meter joint stand. This radiator valve has the potential to reduce heating costs by up to 35 percent and thus improve the carbon footprint of buildings. Alpha-Omega Technology operates iot-shop, one of the largest Online shops for LPWAN products in Europe. With an interdisciplinary approach, the experts for IoT solutions advise on the implementation of IoT projects and the selection of hardware. At the fair trade the company will be presenting its self-developed plug & play product package "Local Lighting". The IoT solution for entry into the smart village enables municipalities to intelligently monitor and control their street lighting.​ 

The "local lighting" IoT solution based on LoRaWAN wireless technology makes it easier for local authorities to start digitizing their street lighting. The lighting can be controlled remotely via a visualized dashboard. Jan Bose, Managing Director at Alpha-Omega Technology: "The special thing about the solution is its flexibility: the packages for the conversion previously included pre-configured IoT controllers in the required quantity, a LoRaWAN outdoor gateway, three months' use of the demo dashboard and support. Previously, controllers were used in the solution as a replacement for the ripple control technology and connected the street lights to a LoRaWAN network."

The IoT experts have now expanded the technical interfaces, including the NEMA and Zhaga standards. An ambient light sensor is integrated into the Zhaga controller. It adapts the lighting to the ambient conditions and thus optimizes energy efficiency. The integrated tilt sensor helps to detect external influences on luminaires. For extended functionality, an optional GPS function is available that provides location-based services. This is particularly beneficial for extensive and complex lighting networks. Thanks to a range of connection options, these controllers can be integrated into various infrastructures. The new possibilities thus created for luminaire control help to reduce energy consumption.

This solution enables the remote control of LED luminaires, for example with the standard Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI). With this manufacturer-independent interface, electronic ballasts can be addressed via digital control signals. Thanks to better control over the lighting, energy consumption and CO2 emissions can be reduced through efficient maintenance cycles.

At the joint stand, MClimate will be showcasing the intelligent radiator thermostat „Vicki LoRaWAN Smart Radiator“. The device has the potential to reduce heating costs by up to 35 percent and thus improve the carbon footprint of buildings. The Vicki is already an established device with numerous use cases and installations. Features include heating schedules, open window detection and high compatibility with 99 percent of radiators.  

Among the exhibits is also the latest product from MClimate: the „Fan Coil Thermostat LoRaWAN“. This device has been specially developed for 2- and 4-pipe fan coil units and supports 3-speed or ECM fans. This makes it suitable for rapid retrofitting of buildings. It allows the target temperature to be set and indoor conditions to be continuously monitored. The result is better energy efficiency with up to 30 percent lower heating and cooling costs.

MClimate solutions have one of the longest-lasting batteries on the market, with some even being maintenance-free. For even more sustainability, some are equipped with solar cells. Violeta Mitsova, Chief Commercial Officer at MClimate: "We are convinced that retrofitting a building with smart features is the most effective approach to decarbonizing society. This not only reduces carbon emissions, but also promotes healthier communities, happier building occupants and easier building management."

Contact person on site

Alpha-Omega Technology GmbH & Co. KG
Jan Bose, CEO
Joint stand: Hall 9.0, Stand A54