IoT solution Motion sensors in facility management and building automation

Motion sensors have a wide range of applications in facility management and building automation. In addition to practical use, we explain the differences in functionality and application between PIR motion sensors and TOF sensors.

Motion sensors in use for facility services - what is relevant?

Different places of use and coverage areas have a great Number of sensors with different focal points. These include sensors that are so narrow that they are hardly noticeable, sensors for ceiling mounting with 360° detection or especially for use in corners. In our iot-shop you will find the right motion sensor for your application!


The technology used plays a role in the type of application, LoRaWAN sensors are mostly motion detectors With battery life lasting for years in some cases and can thus be used almost anywhere. They are therefore also ideal as part of a retrofit for retrofitting an older building, such as in museums. Advantageous are also the enormous ranges.

Which motion sensor is right for you?

Our IoT experts will be happy to answer your questions about using motion sensors in your IoT project and help you select the appropriate sensors.

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PIR motion detector or TOF Sensor?

PIR motion detector

How a PIR motion detector works:

PIR motion detectors (passive infrared sensors) are named after pyroelectricity, whereby a change in temperature leads to a measurable change in electrical voltage. Each living organism emits infrared radiation. By changing the heat source, it is registered that something is moving and, depending on the design, in which direction it is moving. PIR motion detectors are therefore often used as motion detector light, whereby the light is activated when a PIR motion detector registers a movement.

Applications of a PIR motion detector:

PIR motion detectors are key instruments in Smart Facility Management. They control motion detector light in offices and public spaces, reduce energy waste and increase comfort. At the same time, they detect unauthorised access, contribute to security and enable efficient lighting control as part of Smart Facility Management.


PIR motion detector products for this IoT solution

TOF-Sensors

How a TOF sensor works:

The TOF sensors are named after the term Time-of-Flight, which also describes exactly what happens with these IoT sensors. The time it takes for the emitted light to be reflected and arrive again is measured. Depending on the model, multiple fields are used to register not only whether something is in the entire area, but also the differences within that area. This can be very helpful in applications such as offices or commercial spaces where user behaviour is also relevant. Together with learned patterns through AI, TOF sensors can be the basis for many intelligent applications.

Applications of a TOF sensor:

TOF sensors are valuable tools in Smart Facility Management. They enable the precise recording of space utilisation in offices and event rooms as well as people counting with directions of movement. As effective people counters, TOF sensors record the presence of people in real time and enable demand-based use of the premises within the framework of smart facility management.


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The topic of Smart Facility Management has a lot of potential. Contact us now for professional advice or a customised offer with motion sensors. Our experts are available to discuss your specific requirements and find the ideal solution for your company. Do not miss the chance to take your facility management to the next level.

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