Building Automation: Smarter Buildings. Greater Efficiency. Better Performance.

For building owners and facility managers, keeping a facility running efficiently can be a

challenge. Heating, cooling, energy consumption, equipment performance, and

occupant comfort all play an important role in daily operations. When these systems are

not properly monitored or coordinated, they can lead to higher operating costs,

unnecessary energy use, and unexpected equipment issues.

Building Automation Systems (BAS) provide a smarter way to manage these

challenges.

At Comprehensive Energy Services (CES), we provide advanced Building Automation

solutions that give building owners and operators greater visibility and control over their

facility’s mechanical systems. Our team combines decades of HVAC and mechanical

experience with advanced controls technology to create solutions that improve

efficiency, comfort, and overall system performance.

What Is Building Automation?

A Building Automation System connects a facility’s mechanical equipment and controls

through a centralized, easy-to-use platform. This allows facility teams to monitor system

performance, adjust settings, receive alerts, and make informed decisions—often

remotely and from virtually any device.

Building Automation Systems can monitor and control systems including:

 HVAC and air-handling equipment

 Chillers and cooling towers

 Pumps and variable frequency drives

 Temperature and humidity

 Building pressure

 Indoor air quality

 Energy consumption

 Equipment schedules and alarms

By connecting these systems, Building Automation helps facilities operate more

efficiently while providing greater insight into what is happening throughout the building.

The Benefits of a Smarter Building

A properly designed and maintained BAS can provide significant benefits for building

owners and operators. Automated scheduling and system adjustments can help reduce

unnecessary energy consumption, while real-time monitoring can help identify potential

issues before they become larger problems.

Building Automation can help:

 Reduce energy and operating costs

 Improve occupant comfort and indoor air quality

 Monitor equipment performance in real time

 Identify potential problems earlier

 Provide remote access and control

 Track system performance and trends

 Improve overall equipment efficiency

 Support long-term maintenance and planning

For facility managers, having this information available in one centralized system can

make managing a complex building easier and more proactive.

The Advantage of Open-Source BAS

At CES, we specialize in open-source Building Automation solutions, giving customers

greater flexibility and control over their systems. Our team has extensive experience

with Distech Controls and open communication protocols, including BACnet/IP and

Modbus.

Unlike systems that limit building owners to a single proprietary platform, open-source

solutions can integrate with a variety of equipment and legacy systems. This flexibility

can make it easier to upgrade existing facilities, integrate new equipment, and expand

automation capabilities as a building’s needs evolve.

CES has extensive experience providing BAS installations, integrations, and retrofits,

helping customers modernize their facilities while maximizing the value of their existing

equipment and infrastructure.

Building Automation Built Around Your Facility

Every building operates differently. That’s why CES takes a customized approach to

Building Automation. Whether you are constructing a new facility, upgrading an outdated controls system, or looking for ways to improve the performance of your

current BAS, our team can develop a solution based on your facility’s needs and goals.

Our Building Automation experience supports a wide range of industries, including

healthcare, hospitality, higher education, industrial, aerospace, commercial, and

entertainment facilities.

With HVAC, mechanical, and controls expertise under one roof, CES understands how

your building’s systems work together and how to make them work smarter.

Ready to Make Your Building Smarter?

Building Automation is an investment in the long-term performance of your facility. With

the right system, building owners can gain greater control, improve efficiency, reduce

unnecessary operating costs, and create a more comfortable environment for

occupants.

Comprehensive Energy Services is ready to help you take the next step toward a

smarter, more efficient building.

If you need Building Automation service, support, or would like to learn more about our

open-source solutions, visit cesmechanical.com and complete our contact form, or

email us at info@cesmechanical.com.

Smarter buildings start with smarter control.

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Areas Served

Comprehensive Energy Services proudly provides commercial mechanical contracting, plumbing, HVAC, BIM coordination, and other services throughout Florida, including:

Orlando, Longwood, Jacksonville, Tampa, Gainesville, Ocala, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, Lakeland, Tallahassee, Pensacola, Fort Myers, Sarasota, West Palm Beach, Miami, Fort Lauderdale