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The Evolution of DALI Automation (Lighting Control)

When DALI automation first emerged into the lighting controls market, like all new technologies it had its teething problems. DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) was originally developed to allow digital control, configuration, and querying of fluorescent ballasts. It was designed...

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Wireless Lighting Technology – Frequently Asked Questions

Intelligent Environments has a long history in the design, supply and commissioning of lighting management systems. For many years we deliberately avoided offering wireless lighting technology. This was because, after exhaustive research and testing, we were not convinced that any...

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Intelligent Environments for lighting controls

Why Choose Intelligent Environments For Lighting Control?

Intelligent Environments have been designing and programming lighting control systems for more than 15 years and are familiar with all systems that have historically been the incumbent suppliers of lighting controls. Times have changed however, and building technology has changed...

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Is your control system at risk of cyber-attack?

How vulnerable is your control system? Could IoT devices be hacked, and access gained to sensitive information technology (IT) data? The continued convergence of information technology and operation technology highlights the need for all systems to have comprehensive cyber protection...

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Lighting Control System DALI-2 or alternative

When the specification states “or alternative” The specification at tender stage often states “Lighting control system: DALI-2 system to be installed or alternative”. The meaning behind the words “Lighting Control System DALI or alternative” (sometimes “or equivalent”) must be fully...

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Why do some systems need a “DALI gateway”?

What is a "DALI Gateway" and why is it needed by some control systems? DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) is a way for lighting equipment to communicate. It is an open protocol and certified DALI devices can communicate with each...

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Small Projects or ‘Cheap DALI Solutions’ are Important

Why small projects or ‘cheap DALI solutions’ are important For many years we’ve been frustrated by the New Zealand construction industry’s emphasis on “cheapest price”. We are often called into discussions with the end client and are fully aware of...

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Intelligent Buildings: DALI, data, and dashboards

Why we need data As human beings, we rely on data to make everyday decisions. Some data comes simply from experience e.g. “if I leave now I’ll avoid the worst traffic congestion, and my journey will take less time”. On...

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