Partnership to unify fragmented building data.

To boost efficiency and meet growing regulatory and financial requirements

EnOcean and Bember, a specialist in compliance, analytics, and reporting software, have just announced a strategic partnership. By combining their technologies, they aim to address a key challenge in commercial real estate: establishing a scalable and efficient foundation for energy optimization by transforming fragmented building data into reliable insights that support full compliance and ESG standards.

Bridging IT and OT for Real-World Building Performance.
The cooperation combines the battery-free IoT sensor ecosystem and SmartServer platform from EnOcean with Bember’s software for compliance, analytics, and reporting. “The joint solution e

LtoR: Anders Fjærli, CEO, Bember  &
Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO, EnOcean

nables system integrators, building and portfolio owners to advance sustainable building automation,” says Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO of EnOcean GmbH. “By digitally unifying building data, it improves operational performance, reduces energy and CO₂ consumption and helps meet increasing regulatory and financial reporting requirements. A core element of the partnership is the seamless integration of IT and OT domains, which are traditionally siloed in buildings.”

Wireless, battery-free EnOcean sensors and partner eco-system devices provide IT data on occupancy, presence, temperature, CO₂, humidity, and usage patterns. Through EnOcean SmartServer, Bember also gains access to OT data from building automation and control systems, including HVAC operation, energy flows, meters, and control states. By combining sensor-level IT data with operational OT data, the solution delivers a unified, real-world view of how buildings are used and how technical systems actually perform.

“Buildings generate enormous amounts of data, but too often that data remains fragmented and underutilized,” says Wijgergangs. “By combining our battery-free IoT ecosystem and SmartServer platform with Bember’s analytics and compliance expertise, we enable a practical bridge between IT and OT — turning raw building data into actionable insights that supports both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.”

From Unified Data to Actionable ESG Insight.
Bember structures and contextualizes the combined IT and OT data into sustainability-aligned metrics. The shared data foundation supports AI-based analysis, continuous optimization, and audit-ready data for reporting and control, without duplicating systems or workflows.

“Our focus is on making ESG and regulatory reporting reliable, continuous, and grounded in real operational data,” says Anders Fjærli, CEO of Bember. “Partnering with EnOcean allows us to connect sensor-level insights with building system data at scale, giving building owners and operators a transparent and audit-ready basis for compliance, optimization, and long-term value creation.”

Benefits Across the Building Ecosystem.
The Bember - EnOcean partnership enables system integrators to expand traditional automation projects into scalable digital services, while reducing installation and lifecycle costs through wireless, battery-free sensor technology from EnOcean. Building owners and operators benefit from a single, coherent view of occupancy, indoor climate, energy use, and system performance. Data-driven optimization helps reduce energy consumption and operating costs, while audit-ready data supports reporting towards CSRD/ESRS, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, EPBD, and BREEAM In-Use requirements. With this partnership, EnOcean and Bember address a key challenge in commercial real estate: transforming fragmented building data into reliable insight that supports efficiency, compliance, and scalable portfolio management.

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Scan, peel, stick, and go!

 Managing simple deployment and adoption of sensors.

An innovative IoT device management platform that efficiently manages deployed IoT sensors has been launched by EnOcean. SmartStudio simplifies and accelerates the use and monitoring of connected sensors and the evaluation of collected data. Built for businesses of all sizes, SmartStudio enables effortless installation, real-time data insights, and seamless integration with existing workplace and building management systems.

Streamlined installation for fast deployment.
SmartStudio provides a seamless experience to sensor deployment. The combination of QR commissioning, wireless energy harvesting devices and the option to connect through existing Wi-Fi infrastructure makes installation easy. This “scan, peel, stick, and go” approach can save up to 25% of installation costs.

Once installed, EnOcean energy-harvesting devices draw power from their environment, eliminating the need for battery replacements. SmartStudio complements this by offering a digital representation of real estate, enabling businesses to easily assign and track sensor placements across multiple locations - while also monitoring device connectivity. “This plug-and-play approach reduces installation time, minimizes costs, and ensures a hassle-free rollout with minimal on-site disruptions”, explains Carsten Steffensen, Product Marketing Manager for Software Solutions at EnOcean.

Unlocking actionable insights with smart sensors.
SmartStudio leverages connected sensors to deliver real-time insights on space utilization, indoor air quality, and energy consumption. Businesses can use these insights to:

• Optimize office layouts and resource allocation for hybrid work strategies.
• Enhance workplace efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Improve efficiency through better asset localization
• Improve air quality to support employee well-being and regulatory compliance (e.g., EPBD).
• Monitor energy consumption, track sustainability progress, and comply with ESG and ISO 50001 standards.

Partnering for the full solution.
The open APIs in SmartStudio enhance the integration of the EnOcean IoT ecosystem with existing workplace management platforms, HVAC systems, and data analytics tools. By leveraging industry-standard interfaces, the platform ensures secure and reliable data exchange. Flexible controls also empower users to easily manage data sharing according to their needs.

The integration capabilities within SmartStudio are also open to third-party application providers to partner with EnOcean. This allows software platforms to take advantage of the data coming from EnOcean IoT ecosystem devices.

“This provides companies with a scalable solution for seamlessly incorporating sensors and real-time data into their business operations,” emphasises Steffensen.

Using existing IT infrastructure.
The EnOcean integration with HPE Aruba Networking allows seamless communication between EnOcean IoT devices and network infrastructure from HPE Aruba Networking. Thus, businesses are able to manage IoT data using their current IT infrastructure. And they maintain full compliance with security standards, thanks to HPE Aruba Networking’s robust security features.

A smarter future for IoT adoption.
"With SmartStudio, we are making IoT adoption faster, easier, and more accessible than ever. Businesses no longer need to worry about complex installations or compatibility issues—our platform enables instant deployment and seamless integration with existing systems. This is a major step toward smarter, more sustainable workplaces,” explains Steffensen. By removing barriers to implementation, EnOcean enables businesses to harness the full potential of smart buildings and data-driven decision-making.

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BAC Certification secured.

The EnOcean SmartServer has been successfully certified by the BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL). This milestone underscores the company´s commitment to delivering open, interoperable building automation solutions that meet global standards, expanding possibilities for customers worldwide.

BACnet certification verifies that SmartServer meets rigorous international standards for building automation and control networks. The certification ensures that the SmartServer offers customers several key benefits. It enables seamless integration with BACnet-certified devices, offering flexibility and eliminating reliance on proprietary systems. System integrators benefit from faster deployment into existing systems, reducing installation time and complexity. Long-term compatibility with BACnet’s global standard safeguards customer investments as the industry evolves. Independent testing has confirmed the reliability and compliance of SmartServer, minimizing implementation risks.

“The BACnet certification underscores our commitment to providing robust and future-proof solutions for building automation. Customers fully benefit from the SmartServer’s advanced capabilities with confidence in its interoperability and reliability,” emphasizes Rich Blomseth, Director of Product Management for EnOcean.

Technical excellence for seamless integration.
The SmartServer offers advanced features designed to simplify integration and enhance system performance. It provides multi-protocol support, including BACnet and LON for standard building automation networks, EnOcean for energy-harvesting wireless sensors and switches, Modbus for industrial control systems, and LoRaWAN for long-range IoT devices. With native support for EnOcean-based devices, SmartServer enables direct communication with battery-free sensors, ensuring seamless data collection and automation. In addition, the SmartServer enables universal data access. This allows users to consolidate data from multiple systems into a single management interface. Communication between different protocols is also possible and data formats can be standardized for seamless integration with analysis and optimization tools.

Versatile edge computing platform for building automation.
The BACnet certification strengthens the SmartServer as a versatile edge computing platform for building automation. EnOcean thus underscores it’s innovate strength and empowers building managers and system integrators to achieve seamless communication across diverse automation networks.

Bridging cloud intelligence and building automation.
The SmartServer plays a key role in reducing energy consumption. It connects cloud platforms like Undagrid and EnOcean Studio with existing building management systems. This bridge enables older properties to adopt modern building practices. By translating cloud insights into concrete actions, the SmartServer helps drive efficiency across HVAC and automation networks.

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Tracking tracing and sensing.

Vertically aligned product portfolio transforms asset management with advanced localization and sensing.

A leading provider of localisation solutions, Undagrid B.V., has been acquired by EnOcean GmbH. This strategic move enables EnOcean to introduce the world´s first tracking, tracing, and sensing solution without batteries and regular maintenance. By combining their expertise, the two companies aim to revolutionize asset management across vertical markets such as aviation, logistics, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. Undagrid will retain its brand and operational independence under the new partnership.

Raoul Wijgergangs (EnOcean L) & 
Rolf van de Velde, (Undagrid R), 

“The addition of Undagrid’s proven localization technology to our portfolio represents a major leap forward in how businesses manage and monitor their assets,” says Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO of EnOcean. “Together, we’re setting a new standard in delivering real-time visibility, reliability, and sustainability in asset tracking and sensing.”

The integration of battery-free, maintenance-free EnOcean sensors with Undagrid’s localisation solutions ensures detailed monitoring of both location and condition. Whether tracking pallets, containers, or medical equipment, the system provides actionable insights by measuring key parameters such as temperature, humidity, and vibration in real time.

This collaboration marks the expansion of EnOcean beyond static environments into dynamic, asset-intensive industries. The enhanced offerings cater to aviation and logistics, with additional growth potential in pharmaceutical and healthcare applications. Key use cases include precise monitoring of cold chains, optimization of inventory management, and improving operational efficiencies in environments where accurate asset tracking is critical. 

“By joining forces, we can deliver solutions that address the unique challenges of industries requiring precision and reliability,” underlines Rolf van de Velde, CEO of Undagrid. “From ensuring the integrity of pharmaceuticals to tracking airport equipment, our technology combination creates new possibilities for businesses worldwide.”

The acquisition represents EnOcean’s commitment to advancing sustainable solutions that drive efficiency and reduce waste. The combined strengths of both companies create a powerful platform for addressing the evolving demands of asset-intensive industries, ensuring businesses can operate with greater visibility and control.

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A milestone for sustainable, wireless connectivity .

Radio transceivers make quantum leap in performance and efficiency.

With its latest radio transceiver family, EnOcean is setting new benchmarks in the landscape of wireless technology. The new TCM 600 and TCM 615 devices provide significantly more memory and much higher computation power. At the same time, they reduce energy consumption even further. These new wireless transceivers, announced at a press conference on Tuesday (17/9/2014), enable the creation of next generation, differentiated products based on EnOcean technology.

A quantum leap in performance elevates radio standard to the next level.
“This latest wireless device family further extends the leadership of EnOcean products in creating a smart, connected and sustainable world. With a significant performance boost, TCM 600 and TCM 615 enable differentiated applications based on the latest EnOcean technology,” said Matthias Kassner, Vice President Product Marketing at EnOcean. TCM 600 and TCM 615 provide up to four times the computation power and up to eight times the available user application memory compared to the previous TCM 3xx and TCM 5xx product generations. This dramatically expands the available resources for user applications.

The TCM 615 provides a simple, compact, and cost-effective way to add EnOcean radio communication functionality to OEM customer solutions. It is pin-to-pin compatible with the previous TCM 515 device and uses the same, well-established ESP3 interface protocol. Users can therefore directly upgrade existing designs from TCM 515 to TCM 615 without the need for hardware or software redesign, and thereby immediately benefit from the latest functionality.

With the TCM 600, customers can combine their own application with the latest EnOcean radio communication technology in the same module. This solution is therefore ideal for implementing in space-constrained wireless applications such as ultra-compact relays and dimmers.

Energy savings, increased efficiency and performance thanks to a compact design.
“EnOcean continues to lead the way for a connected world that is both smart and sustainable. The increased performance enables new, feature-rich applications based on the latest security requirements while the reduced energy consumption further enhances the energy savings realized by EnOcean solutions,” Kassner stated. Upholding the commitment EnOcean has towards sustainable solutions, this latest generation reduces power consumption by up to 50% which significantly improves the energy footprint of connected solutions.

Making EnOcean Radio Communication one of the most sustainable globally.
TCM 600 and TCM 615 implement the open, industry-leading EnOcean radio communication standard ISO1453-3-10 and ISO14543-3-11. This standard is characterized by high reliability and very low power consumption thanks to the use of small, redundant messages making them ideal for energy harvesting and low power applications.

“With its latest radio transceiver family, EnOcean is underlining its strong commitment to the EnOcean Alliance ecosystem. Both TCM 600 and TCM 615 significantly extend the performance and sustainability envelope and therefore represent an important milestone for sustainable, wireless connectivity. Thanks to their enhanced performance, focus on sustainability and space efficiency, these modules are ideal for the implementation of a wide range of solutions that are both technologically advanced and environmentally conscious,” Kassner summarised.

Samples of TCM 600 and TCM 615 for testing are already available. Volume shipments of TCM 615 will begin end of the year and TCM 600 volume shipments will start early next year.

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Trends in energy management, office space optimization and wellbeing.

EnOcean has developed sustainable solutions for the global megatrends of energy management, office space optimization and wellbeing and has aligned its strategy for accelerated growth. Owners and tenants of houses, buildings, and industrial facilities can realize smarter and more sustainable working and living conditions and thus significantly reduce energy consumption and CO² emissions. As a pioneer and market leader in energy harvesting and sensor-to-cloud solutions for sustainable Internet of Things (IoT) applications, EnOcean sees significant growth opportunities, particularly in the retrofitting and energy optimization of existing buildings.

Alternative energy sources and IoT solutions to reduce energy consumption and CO² emissions.
The requirements for sustainable energy use are increasing worldwide due to climate change, new working and living environments, and legal regulations. "Against this backdrop, we have developed IoT-based solutions for the key global megatrends of energy management, office space optimization and wellbeing. With these, owners and tenants of houses, buildings and industrial facilities can use alternative energy sources, realize smarter and more sustainable working and living environments and ultimately significantly reduce energy consumption and CO² emissions," explains Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO of EnOcean. The most important keys to greater efficiency, productivity and environmental friendliness are energy harvesting from alternative energy sources in the environment and the smart use of sustainable IoT solutions. "With our energy harvesting technology, high-quality sensors, the cloud-based IoT connector, an end-to-end approach, and a large partner ecosystem, we have strategically developed our business model and aligned it with global megatrends. In doing so, we want to ensure the continued growth of EnOcean and make an important contribution to a future worth living for generations to come, taking into account economic, ecological and social aspects." 

Global megatrends: energy management, space optimization and wellbeing.
Owners and tenants of houses, buildings and industrial facilities around the world are facing the major challenge of reducing energy consumption and CO² emissions.

• Energy management: Regarding sustainable energy management, EnOcean ensures multi-layered energy optimization based on current data. Manufacturers of switches can thus drive intelligently controlled light and heating switch-offs to save energy in unused rooms, for example.
• Office space optimization: EnOcean also offers new concepts for optimized space utilization based on new work models such as desk sharing. This can ensure a flexible, healthy and comfortable working environment. It also optimizes energy costs, drives building automation, and aligns the office and building landscape more effectively and efficiently.
• Wellbeing: Automated adjustment of temperature, lighting, or even air conditions significantly improves wellbeing and productivity in working environments.

"Modern energy use through alternative and self-sufficient energy sources and sustainable IoT solutions are a win-win situation for companies and the environment. Our solutions not only open up value-adding options for owners and tenants, for example through predictive maintenance and condition-based servicing, but also reduce energy consumption and CO² emissions in particular. 20 million sensors sold have already saved 1.484.000 tons of CO²," emphasizes Wijgergangs.

Light + Building: Focus on sustainable solutions.
"With our solutions, we create sustainable added value for intelligent building automation in compliance with national and international legal regulations. Our wireless, battery-free and maintenance-free sensors for energy harvesting and our cloud-based IoT connector help to analyze the collected data and make informed decisions to optimize building performance," says Wijgergangs.

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Energy harvesting high lights.

Enabling a new era in energy-efficient lighting control, EnOcean has introduced the 2nd generation Bluetooth® switch module PTM 216B. This revolutionary energy harvesting module builds upon the success of its predecessor, the groundbreaking PTM 215B—the world's first energy harvesting Bluetooth® switch module. Setting industry standards for mesh network lighting control solutions, the new PTM 216B signifies a leap forward in technological innovation.

With the new EnOcean PTM 216B module, customers can now address even more applications thanks to the use of the latest generation kinetic harvester ECO 260. The combination of the new harvester with the latest generation system design, allows for more than double the radio transmission power compared to its highly successful predecessor, the PTM 215B. This significantly increases the usable communication distance. This enhancement enables control of high-bay lighting, expanding the application areas to include warehouses and architectural projects with high ceilings. PTM 216B brings great flexibility in terms of installation locations and repositioning capabilities. In modern offices with adaptable layouts and flexible walls, the elimination of wiring significantly streamlines the installation process.

NFC technology for quick and easy integration.
EnOcean devices such as PTM 216B can be quickly configured using Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. NFC is a short-range wireless technology that enables communication between devices in close proximity, typically within a few centimeters. It allows two devices equipped with NFC capabilities to establish a connection by bringing them close together, triggering the exchange of data. A common use is for making contactless payments.

The integration of EnOcean devices into networks via NFC provides a simple, quick and reliable way of setting up lighting installations.
• Simple: no qualifications are required to set it up.
• Quick: optimized installation time.
• Right first-time: no need to revisit a site to correct any parameters.

Many different designs thanks to partner network.
Thanks to the extensive EnOcean partner and OEM network, energy-harvesting switches based on the PTM 216B and other EnOcean switch modules are available in a wide range of designs from multiple switch manufacturers around the world, all of which blend well into any environment. The unique combination of these features makes PTM 216B an ideal choice for lighting control and building automation use cases. Official switch OEM partners make use of the “Battery-free by EnOcean” brand to make sure it contains genuine technology from EnOcean for real maintenance-free operation in the field.

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Significant energy savings using harvesting wireless devices.

EnOcean is making a significant impact in the fight against climate change. Through its innovative energy harvesting wireless technology, EnOcean is saving over 1.4 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually, preventing this harmful greenhouse gas from entering the atmosphere. This achievement is made possible as EnOcean's technology is now connecting smart-building systems in more than one million premises worldwide.

In collaboration with SET Ventures, EnOcean has quantified the energy savings achieved by their devices, which result in an average reduction of approximately 15% in a building's energy consumption. Currently, EnOcean's products manage an impressive 221 million square meters of floorspace which equals around 74,000 football fields. As EnOcean continues to supply more sensors to the market, these annual savings are expected to grow even further.

"Reducing our energy demand is critical for transitioning to renewable sources and combating climate change. Buildings are responsible for 40% of global energy consumption, as reported by Forbes," emphasized Armin Anders, co-founder & VP Business Development at EnOcean. "Smart HVAC and power control are cost-effective measures that can significantly contribute to this cause. Products like ours, which allow us to eliminate unnecessary energy consumption, represent quick and affordable wins compared to extensive infrastructure investments."

EnOcean's wireless building-automation products operate on the principle of energy harvesting, drawing power from their surroundings, such as motion, light, and temperature differences. This eliminates the need for batteries and power cords. EnOcean supports various wireless standards, including Bluetooth, Zigbee, and the optimized EnOcean radio protocol. The product range includes kinetic switches, self-powered sensors, gateways, actuators, configuration tools, and the SmartServer IoT edge device. These products seamlessly integrate into existing Wi-Fi access points from Aruba Networks, simplifying installations without requiring complex cabling or additional gateways.

The products communicate with heating, air conditioning, and lighting, monitor occupancy and people flow, and allow settings to be automatically adjusted for optimum user convenience while saving energy. Because of their battery-free and maintenance-free nature, they eliminate the necessity for regular servicing and battery replacements, ensuring continuous, reliable performance and contributing significantly to reducing electronic waste and operational disruptions. Furthermore, their easy installation stems from the wireless, self-powered nature of the devices, which mitigates the need for complex cabling and power source setups, allowing for straightforward, eco-friendly integration into any building infrastructure using a “Peel & Stick” approach.

The significance of EnOcean's energy-efficient solutions is underscored by the impending Buildings Energy Act (Gebäudeenergiegesetz, GEG 2024), the new German legislation set to take effect on January 1, 2024. This legislation places significant emphasis on building automation in non-residential buildings as part of efforts to reduce CO₂ emissions from buildings. In alignment with the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which aims to achieve carbon-neutral building operation by 2050 and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, the GEG 2024 highlights the need for energy controls and self-regulating devices for room temperature control in buildings with over 290 kW of heating or cooling power.

EnOcean's innovative solutions are very well-suited to address this growing market demand for building automation solutions, especially in non-residential buildings. As the world moves towards carbon-neutral building operation, EnOcean's products are at the forefront of creating energy-efficient and sustainable smart buildings.

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Sustaining IoT innovation.

A substantial investment from Innovation Industries, a leading deep tech VC fund in EnOcean has been announced. This strategic partnership not only provides EnOcean with the necessary capital to support its continued growth but also signifies a strong alignment of strategic goals between the two entities.

The investment from Innovation Industries underscores the starting point for EnOcean's additional organic and inorganic growth strategy, providing vital resources to accelerate the development of new sustainable IoT solutions and widen its market footprint. This infusion of capital follows on the heels of EnOcean’s first acquisition in late 2022.

From top: Raoul Wijgergangs
Chris Sonnenberg

“This investment marks a significant milestone for our company and exemplifies the strong alignment of our objectives and our strategy going forward. We believe that this strategic partnership is a testament to the strength of our vision and the exceptional potential we hold in the market,” said Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO of EnOcean (right - top). “We are excited to embark on this journey together and are confident that this step will pave the way for our continued growth and innovation. We are truly pleased with this development and look forward to the promising future it brings to all parties involved."

Chris Sonnenberg ( from Innovation Industries added: "Partnering with EnOcean in their pursuit of sustainable IoT solutions is a remarkable opportunity for Innovation Industries. We are excited to expand our investment portfolio into the vibrant German market, and joining forces with a company that holds a leadership position in the sustainable IoT sector is truly inspiring. The dedication EnOcean is showing to drive innovation in products, channel, and business model while prioritizing environmental sustainability aligns seamlessly with our own values. This investment not only signifies our confidence in EnOcean's capabilities but also our commitment to fostering technology-driven positive change. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact our partnership will bring to both the company and the IoT landscape as a whole."

With this positive strategic alignment based on a continued buy-and-build strategy, EnOcean envisions further acquisitions with separate capital raises that will complement its portfolio and enhance its capabilities. The strategic partnership with Innovation Industries provides a strong foundation for these future endeavors, with both entities committed to fostering growth and innovation.

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Building security and safety.

The increasing demand for comfort, safety and energy efficiency in facility management is leading to rapidly progressing digitalisation in buildings. Considering that 90% of buildings are owned properties, wireless solutions are cost-efficient and ideal for retrofitting as they can be easily integrated in existing building automation systems.

For increased building security, SAG Smart Line mortice locks can prevent door motions (actuations of the latch or bolt). The wireless SAG Smart Line locks use an energy harvesting switch from ZF with the established EnOcean RF standard. The ZF energy harvesting switch generates the required energy for RF protocol transmission by mechanical actuation. As a wireless and batteryfree solution and due to the very small and compact size, these switches from ZF offer high flexibility to fulfill individual customer requirements. Hence, these switches are completely maintenance-free and a smart, energy-saving solution for building automation systems. Besides the EnOcean RF standard which is used by SAG Smart Line Door Locks, the ZF energy harvesting switch can also be applied with protocols like KNX-RF, Bluetooth or customer-specific solutions.

By replacing existing mortice locks in a building with SAG Smart Line door locks, doors can be quickly retrofitted at low cost during ongoing operation or integrated into the building automation system. Based on the transmitted RF protocol, information about the room usage can be generated to optimise resources like heating, air conditioning or light. Early warning alerts can also be triggered in case of break-in, fire or water damage which can be controlled by these sensors. In addition, public toilet facilities can display whether they are vacant/occupied, or alternatively track usage to allow preparation of cleaning scheduling.

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Energy-saving and edge computing strengthened.

EnOcean is acquiring the assets of the edge computing solutions business from the Renesas Electronics Corporation. The deal includes the transition of personnel as well as hardware and software products and was closed on the first day of October.

Raoul Wijgergangs

Commenting on the acquisition, EnOcean CEO Raoul Wijgergangs said: “EnOcean has always been very keen on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that have a real benefit for companies by creating energy-efficient, flexible, and overall better buildings. This acquisition brings us, our partners, and our customers one step closer to a carbon-neutral future. 

Rising energy costs and a growing demand for sustainable solutions provide tremendous opportunities for EnOcean. EnOcean’s solutions are helping customers to reduce energy consumption and their carbon footprint in a large number of installations. EnOcean provides a  combination of energy-harvesting sensors and cloud-based software that enables a deep understanding of building operation and utilization. Integration of the edge computing solution will additionally provide access to data from the existing building infrastructure such as heating, cooling, and lighting systems. These insights will not only allow for a reduced carbon footprint and lower energy bills but will also enable companies to be much more efficient in the use of their assets and real estate.

CEO Raoul Wijgergangs continued: “Our combined solution, including the SmartServer™ IoT and IoT Access Protocol (IAP) software, enables customers to leverage existing data that is already being generated in their buildings, machines, or other devices for a wide range of applications. This data can be augmented by additional energy harvesting and traditional sensors as needed to provide a comprehensive view. The solution enables understanding, control, interaction, and optimization of buildings and devices. Insights gained from sensor data can be applied directly to drive actions to improve efficiency. Furthermore, the talented team has a wealth of experience in software that bridges the gap between the existing HVAC and lighting systems in buildings and the cloud in an open and standardized way. We also expect that our go-to-market channels will be complementary, and that our combined businesses will be better together.”

Apurba Pradhan, Business Unit Director Industrial Edge Computing at Renesas, added: “I see tremendous opportunities in merging the channels of our two companies and I’m delighted that we’re joining a company that’s as dedicated to our market as we are. Together, we’re building on our technologies to provide next-generation solutions for smart buildings that focus on sustainability, waste reduction, and occupant experience. We’re excited about this shared journey on which we provide a seamless solution that paves the way for sustainable, maintenance-free, and cost-effective IoT solutions, and I’m certain that we’ll see very good growth opportunities for the two companies together.”

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Tackling climate change in Germany.

A new "50 Global Sustainability & Climate Leaders" programme demonstrates how the leading companies in Germany are relying on EnOcean technology to deliver carbon-neutral strategies. The campaign offers a platform for companies to provide sustainable and green solutions, and thus campaign against climate change.

The EnOcean Alliance is participating in the “50 Global Leaders” program by TBD Media, in which leading business figures highlight their approaches to achieving climate change and sustainability goals. The companies are all members of the EnOcean Alliance, an open association of around four hundred companies in the building and IT industries. EnOcean devices require no cables, no battery to operate, so are very sustainable as well as flexible.

Graham Martin

Introducing the initiative, Graham Martin, CEO of EnOcean Alliance says: “Buildings use 40% of our entire energy and they are responsible for about 36% of our CO2 emissions. If we are going to meet the United Nations and other climate goals, it is absolutely necessary that we make our buildings energy efficient including retrofitting our entire existing buildings.”

Partners in the movie include Microsoft’s IoT business lead at Azure BD, two vice presidents of T-Systems MMS company, the Product Marketing Director of Embedded & Wireless at Rutronik, and the CEO of Dussmann Service Deutschland.

Microsoft’s IoT business lead at Azure BD,Thomas Frahler explains, “Microsoft joined the EnOcean Alliance in 2019 with the goal to drive more standardisation in intelligent building control. With this partnership, Microsoft wants to help companies adopt digital technologies quickly and help them build their own digital competencies.”

An example of this is cited by Dussman’s CEO, Philipp Conrads, “The corona pandemic has shown that there is a change in the way people are using offices and are working of course. So, we have decided to implement a user-oriented cleaning concept whiich is ensuring that not only personnel but also products are deployed and utilised more sustainably and in a more efficient way.”

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Interoperability for smart spaces demonstrated.

The AHR Expo in Las Vegas (NV USA) provides a unique forum where manufacturers of all sizes and specialties come together to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. From January 31 to February 2nd, EnOcean Alliance members will demonstrate the benefits of the interoperable EnOcean ecosystem for smart homes, smart buildings and smart spaces based on the EnOcean wireless standard (ISO/IEC 14543-3-10/11).

The EnOcean radio standard in practice Visitors to AHR Expo 2022 can experience energy harvesting wireless solutions from over 25 EnOcean Alliance members and partners in total, including the following exhibitors: AirTest Technologies Inc. (#C1673), BACnet (#C1850), Belimo (#C1258), CABA (#C1053), Contemporary Controls (#C974), Delta Controls Inc. (#C1652), Emerson (#C3106), Functional Devices Inc. (#C1352), KMC Controls, Inc. (#C1444), LonMark International (#C1167), Loytec (#C1652), Reliable Controls (#C1545), Schneider Electric (Viconics) (#C1752), Sauter (#C1677), S+S Regeltechnik (C1075) and Titus (JCI) (#C1336).

With more than 400 members worldwide, the EnOcean Alliance is one of the most successful alliances in the area of smart building monitoring and control. At Booth #C1180 in the Las Vegas Convention Center the non-profit organization will be showing examples of self-powered wireless solutions for HVAC & Lighting Control as well as Smart Spaces/IoT applications from EnOcean Alliance members such as Aruba Networks (HPE), AdHoc Electronics/Illumra, Contemporary Controls, Deuta Controls, EnOcean, Losant, Rutronik, Thermokon and Titanium Intelligent Solutions.

The majority of the world has created ambitious climate goals, for example reducing CO2 output by over 50% compared to 1990 levels in the next few years or reducing to carbon neutral by 2040. To enable this, it is absolutely necessary to reduce energy usage in buildings, which account for 40% of our energy usage. The ongoing COVID pandemic has also increased awareness of the health and wellness of employees, which includes monitoring and controlling air quality, lighting levels, temperature, and occupancy levels. “In an age where self-powered wireless is the obvious choice – also due to environmental issues and costs of copper wire or battery replacement – EnOcean Alliance is spearheading the drive towards an energy-efficient, healthier and safer world”, says Graham Martin, CEO and Chairman of the EnOcean Alliance.

The organization offers the advantages of an extensive and established ecosystem of interoperable self-powered wireless sensor solutions that are available to intelligent buildings worldwide. Based on the energy harvesting technology using movement, light or temperature differences as energy source for battery-free switches and self-powered wireless sensors, these solutions help optimize the utilization of buildings, create new service models and make buildings more flexible, energy-efficient and altogether more cost-effective. EnOcean wireless networks have been installed in more than 1,000,000 buildings worldwide, making it the most widespread and most field-tested wireless building automation standard in the world.

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Bringing intelligence into buildings.

The EnOcean Alliance and its member companies Eltako, EnOcean and TechData will demonstrate how their solutions enable smart buildings, creating a highly comfortable living and working environment with better health and productivity, a more efficient use of energy as well as a higher level of security on a joint booth at Smart Buildings Show (London GB 6-7 Oct 2021)*. Additional member companies such as Pressac, IA Connects, Beckhoff, Contemporary Controls, Sauter, Schneider Electric, Distech Controls and Belimo will also be represented.

The EnOcean Alliance, which has more than 400 members worldwide, is one of the most successful alliances in the area of smart building monitoring and control. The non-profit organization standardizes and develops intelligent building solutions with integrated energy harvesting technology based on the EnOcean wireless standard (ISO/IEC 14543-3-10). More than one million buildings all over the world now have wireless networks of this type, making EnOcean the international reference technology when it comes to wireless standards for building automation.

The EnOcean ecosystem currently consists of 5,000 product variants that build on 1,500 basic products, with new ones being added all the time. Thanks to their standardized sensor profiles, the products can be combined with each other. These interoperable system solutions lower installation and maintenance costs and provide significant benefits when it comes to energy efficiency, security and comfort. Using EnOcean based maintenance free wireless sensors, data can be provided in real time via an IoT gateway to an IoT cloud platform where the data is analyzed, whilst a dashboard visualizes the results for decision-makers and building owners. 

 * Smart Buildings Show at ExCel, London, connects visitors to the latest information and technology in the smart buildings industry. The event on October 6-7,2021 covers all key aspects of creating and managing a smart building, including building automation, energy efficiency, health and safety as well as security.

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New CEO appointed at energy harvesting pioneer.

After 20 successful years, the last five of them as Managing Director of EnOcean, co-founder Andreas Schneider has left the company at his own request on 31 July 2021 to take on new entrepreneurial challenges. Raoul Wijgergangs succeeds him as EnOcean’s new CEO. He has over 20 years of experience in the IoT industry and is also a co-founder of the Z-Wave Alliance.

"I would like to personally thank Andreas Schneider for his constant commitment and tireless dedication to the company and every single employee," said Dr. Peter Klein, CFO. "Under his leadership EnOcean has been able to expand and consolidate its market position even further. The fact that we as a company have successfully come through the Corona crisis confirms this. The entire EnOcean team and I wish him all the best for the future. At the same time, I am looking forward to the upcoming collaboration with Raoul Wijgergangs as the new CEO and I am sure that together we will build on the outstanding work of Andreas Schneider."

The new CEO Raoul Wijgergangs said "I am honoured that the Management Board puts so much trust in me as the new Managing Director, and I am very much looking forward to this new professional chapter. As the world leader in sustainable IoT, EnOcean will certainly be even more in demand in the coming months and years. With that in mind I see great opportunities not only in the commercial real estate but also in the industrial IoT. What’s more, the company’s focus on interoperability with products supporting the EnOcean radio standard, Bluetooth Low Energy and Zigbee Green Power makes it a real IoT power house. I thank Andreas Schneider for his successful work over the last years, without him EnOcean would certainly not be where the company is today. And of course I’m very much looking forward to be working with such an innovative team with a strong expertise and great technical know-how."

Before joining EnOcean, Wijgergangs was CEO at Disruptive Technologies in Oslo and worked as Vice President/General Manager at Silicon Labs as well as Vice President/General Manager of the Z-Wave business unit at Sigma Designs in Copenhagen, to name but a few positions. He studied Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at H.T.S.’s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, and completed his MBA at the Twente School of Management, University of Twente, Netherlands.

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Connector enables intelligent data transformation.

The EnOcean IoT Connector is an ideal link between maintenance-free IoT data from energy harvesting sensors and IoT applications that makes the integration of EnOcean products easier than ever before. The IoT Connector translates sensor outputs into ready-to-use data for IoT applications and data driven businesses.

Commenting on the recent launch, Marian Hönsch, Product Manager at EnOcean said: “Data is critical to understanding, measuring and improving facility management processes and procedures. Increasingly, data needs to be analysed to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, security and COVID-19 regulations. Facility and Corporate Real Estate Managers are gradually becoming more dependent on data analysis to identify utilisation patterns, trim costs and make buildings into better places for work. This new solution from EnOcean paves the way by enabling collection of data from billions of sensors in buildings, using energy harvesting wireless sensors to collect data in a secure and maintenance-free way. The essential requirements of quick onboarding, broad applicability and water-tight security are embodied in a new IoT Connector that translates sensor outputs into ready-to-use data for IoT applications and data driven businesses.”

One key feature of the IoT Connector software is that it decodes the IoT data from the EnOcean Protocol and translates it into ready-to-use data in JSON format to be used in the actual application. Algorithms are needed to unravel the data and to make it available for customer applications in the right form. Customer applications consume IoT data in a “key-value pairs“ format, such as JSON. A key-value pair consists of related elements: a key, which is a constant that defines the dataset (temperature, humidity or ventilation), for example, and a value, which is a variable that belongs to the dataset (e.g. 20 °C, 80 %, level 1/2/3). Easy adoption by IoT users is enhanced by implementing JSON data that can be exchanged with an MQTT broker or Microsoft Azure IoT Hub.

In the typical model, the IoT Connector is deployed in an existing connectivity infrastructure: either in edge devices or third-party clouds. Typical use cases are centralised controls such as lighting and building automation. With the new model, the data is processed directly at the final destination like a cloud or server from the customer. For example, this could be Microsoft Azure cloud. Typical use cases are data analytics and IoT applications and the major advantage is that the client has total control over the data flow. With this new model there is no third party or third storage location involved when transferring the data from sensor to cloud. Customers decide what happens with their data, whether visualised, analysed or archived. Here, the IoT Connector is a containerised application and available for deployment at the Docker Hub among others, including all updates. The use of cloud computing relieves the load on the local infrastructure and allows new data-heavy applications to be created, stimulating ideas from customers for new applications.

An easy and cost-effective way to incorporate the EnOcean IoT Connector into IoT applications is by leveraging existing building infrastructures. The infrastructure can easily be upgraded to send EnOcean IoT data, for example with the combination of an EnOcean USB stick and Wi-Fi® access points from Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company. Also, data from existing EnOcean buildings can directly be forwarded to the IoT Connector in raw format (ESP3 – EnOcean Serial Protocol 3). The Aruba access points support the EnOcean USB stick without need for additional software. Furthermore, they talk directly to the IoT Connector running as part of the infrastructure or the final data destination, so no additional gateways are needed. With this complete scenario, customers have exclusive control over the data flow. 

It is a vital solution in helping facility managers to understand, measure and improve their processes and procedures, unlock inefficiencies, improve decision-making and sharpen their operations. 

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Energy harvesting to benefit from membership.

The topic of sustainability is a high priority within the ZF Group. To support ZF’s energy harvesting product portfolio further, investment has been made to join the EnOcean Alliance. This is a strategic milestone in order to offer battery-free and wireless radio technology with the EnOcean3.0 radio standard in the near future.

The EnOcean Alliance was founded in 2008 and, as a non-profit company, plays a leading role in the development of maintenance-free and compatible wireless solutions for Smart Home and Smart Buildings. The products are based on the EnOcean RF standard (ISO / IEC 14543-3-10 / 11), which is designed specifically for energy harvesting solutions. With over 400 renowned members, wireless sensors with low energy consumption and energy harvesting solutions are developed and marketed. The advantages are obvious: Simple installation without laying cables, energy and CO2 savings, no maintenance and low system costs.

As a member of the EnOcean Alliance, ZF plans to expand its energy harvesting product portfolio with wireless solutions that are compatible with the EnOcean3.0 wireless standard.

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Energy harvesting anniversary.

EnOcean is celebrating 20 years of leadership in energy harvesting technology. The company launched its first battery-free, wireless switch based on a kinetic energy harvesting module in 2001. Since then, EnOcean has constantly expanded its portfolio of kinetically powered modules. First introduced 20 years ago, the PTM (Push Button Transceiver) modules have established themselves as the international industry standard and are at the heart of every self-powered radio-based switch. The modules combine innovation, know-how and pioneering spirit and thus support EnOcean's role as market leader in this field.

"I’m proud that EnOcean absolutely lives up to its status as pioneer and innovator of energy harvesting. Over 20 years our spirit of innovation has proved its worth and remains undimmed today. We see that through our activities the market is growing and energy harvesting is taking on an increasingly important role. With the PTM module we have set a standard that is second to none," says Andreas Schneider, CEO EnOcean. 

In spring 2001, EnOcean launched wireless switches that gain their energy from the press of a button at electrical engineering trade fairs in Germany. These switches quickly took on a pioneering role worldwide. Equipped with piezo-based energy converters, a module concept was developed that can be integrated into global switch designs. Just as an RJ45 plug grew from being a telephone socket to a worldwide standard for LAN cabling and today practically forms the backbone for the internet, the first fully functional modules based on a piezo element have established themselves over time as the worldwide PTM radio module standard with an electrodynamic energy converter. Thanks to EnOcean’s pioneering work over 20 years, several million wireless switches have now been installed, delivering a wireless telegram at the press of a switch – no batteries or cables are required. EnOcean modules with the original PTM form factor today are the industry standard. Already at the original design stage and with every innovation, EnOcean is guided by the needs of switch manufacturers from all over the world and incorporates their know-how into the further development of the modules.

 

The conscious decision to offer a flexible module paved the way for worldwide acceptance among switch manufacturers, installers and end users. Keeping the switch insert separate and placing the rockers on top provides maximum flexibility for switch designs and applications. Advanced features such as a Near Field Communication (NFC) interface allow installers to perform on-demand installation directly on site, quickly and securely.

 

But the company has not only developed further in terms of product technology. After starting with manual production, the modules are now manufactured on fully automated production lines with consistently high quality. The company continuously improves the products and incorporates feedback from its customers and users into innovative products such as solar-powered IoT wireless sensor modules in the identical original PTM form factor.

 

The switch modules from EnOcean not only support the radio standard of the same name managed by the EnOcean Alliance (ISO / IEC 14543-3-10 / 11) in the frequencies 868 MHz, 902 MHz and 928 MHz, but also Bluetooth® and Zigbee in the frequency of 2.4 GHz. The EnOcean wireless standard is ideally suited for building automation, smart homes and IoT applications due to its high reliability and a radio range of up to 30 metres. By supporting three leading standards, the company presents a constantly growing portfolio with self-powered radio modules for every use case.

 

Helped by partners

EnOcean has a global presence and has been able to constantly expand its cooperation with international switch manufacturers. Starting with Peha/Honeywell as the first switch partner, EnOcean now works with over 50 switch manufacturers such as Busch-Jaeger, Eltako, Feller, GIRA, Jung, Niko, NodOn, Vimar and many more. The company has thus proven itself to be a reliable partner for the industry. Thanks to the constantly growing partner network, EnOcean is able to meet the most diverse requirements in design, form and colour around the globe.

 

Expansion & development for customer needs

The PTM product family is constantly being expanded and adapted to the needs of customers. In addition to the possibility of encrypting the radio signals, NFC for configuring the module on site via the EnOcean NFC app is being successively introduced for all product variants. Through partnerships with Aruba and Cisco, the pushbuttons can be used as control elements for light, shutter and ventilation control, and can easily be integrated into IoT cloud solutions with intelligent data pre-processing without major infrastructure investments. And to round off the portfolio for standard applications such as the familiar two-way circuit for lighting, EnOcean is working on a module that takes up the concept of the first demonstrator from 2001 again: throwing the rocker turns on the light, without batteries and without cables.

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Hyperware smart buildings.

Aruba has joined the EnOcean Alliance as a participant member. When used together, the Aruba Wi-Fi infrastructure and EnOcean energy harvesting wireless solutions enable customers to create hyperaware smart buildings that are cognizant of, and responsive to, their changing operating environment and occupant needs.

Aruba Access Point

Aruba, is a leading provider of AI-powered network infrastructure for campus, data center, branch and remote worker applications. Aruba delivers a cloud experience at the edge that can be consumed either as a service in the cloud or on-premises, as a managed service delivered through Aruba partners, or via network as a service through HPE GreenLake.

The EnOcean Alliance is an international association of over 400 leading companies in the building and IT industries founded in 2008. The non-profit organization is committed to enabling and promoting interoperable, maintenance-free and proven eco-systems based on the wireless EnOcean radio standard (ISO/IEC 14543-3-10/11). The EnOcean Alliance eco-system offers more than 5.000 multi-vendor interoperable sensors enabling data collection for multiple applications, such as room or desk/chair occupancy, temperature and air quality, energy usage and restroom usage.

EnOcean Alliance member IoT devices are the eyes and ears of smart buildings. By securely interfacing those IoT devices with new and existing Aruba Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6 Access Points via a plug-in 800/900MHz radio, building control and business applications can become hyperaware of their operating environments. This information can be used to better model cloud-based digital twins, and to optimize human activity monitoring, organizational redesign, augmented reality, human productivity, and occupant health and safety.

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"A building becomes smart by virtue of being instrumented with IoT devices so applications are cognizant of the contextual status of the environment, occupants, energy requirements, service needs, security, and safety,” said Michael R. Tennefoss, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Aruba. “The richer the set of available IoT data, the more cognizant and adaptive the building and associated digital twins can become. The goal is to make hyperawareness simple and inexpensive, and that is what the mash up between Aruba and the EnOcean Alliance achieves. An inexpensive 800/900MHz plug-in radio brings existing and new Aruba customers access to thousands of IoT devices, including BACNet and multiple other protocol gateways, and software applications (both local and cloud based.) In turn, Alliance members gain access to Aruba’s installed base of education, enterprise, government, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, manufacturing, retail, and transportation customers.”

Graham Martin, Chairman and CEO of the EnOcean Alliance, continues: “Our collaboration opens up exciting new market opportunities for the Alliance members and the Aruba community by combining Aruba’s extensive network power and the flexibility of energy harvesting wireless sensors. The simplicity of the solution makes it now possible for facility, IT and other managers to easily add services, collecting data from “peel and stick” sensors across an entire building without pulling any new cables nor ever having to change a battery.”

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Appointment with energy harvesting pioneer.

Together with Andreas Schneider, CEO of EnOcean, Dr. Peter Klein will strategically develop the company at national and international level.

Dr Peter Klein

Dr. Peter Klein has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer with EnOcean. In this position, together with Andreas Schneider, CEO, he will strategically expand the company's business in accordance with the long-term growth strategy in the self-powered IoT for the core markets of building automation, smart home, industrial automation and LED lighting control.

Commenting, Dr. Peter Klein says: "This new step is a great opportunity to bring my legal and financial expertise to the company and to further prepare EnOcean for its national and international growth. In my view EnOcean is perfectly positioned to serve the current megatrends IoT and sustainability."

Dr. Peter Klein has more than 15 years’ experience as CFO and General Counsel in Tech companies, leading strategic growth projects as well as projects around national and crossborder M&A transactions. His expertise ranges from managing KPI driven High Performance Teams to an extensive know-how in M&A and Corporate Development as well as a broad understanding of finance and legal concepts.

Before joining EnOcean Dr. Peter Klein was CFO at thinkstep AG where he led the company through a successful turnaround into a profitable exit. Dr. Peter Klein studied finance and law at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management in Koblenz and Kellogg School of Management in Chicago.

"I am delighted to be working with our new CFO Dr. Peter Klein on the strategic development of the EnOcean Group worldwide", says Andreas Schneider. "Dr. Klein is a perfect addition to our team, and with his experience in the sustainability sector he brings the right DNA to sustainably position EnOcean with self-powered IoT solutions for the exciting business opportunities currently arising from the climate debate and the global corona pandemic.”

“I am very pleased that with Dr. Peter Klein we have been able to recruit a very experienced manager for the position as CFO”, Johannes Rabini, chairman of the EnOcean supervisory board, adds. “With his many years of experience and expertise in this position, he perfectly adds to the EnOcean values and our corporate culture.”

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