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HVAC Automation

Align energy use in spaces with actual occupancy, reduce HVAC & lighting use

No sensors. No hardware. No problem.

Unlike other solutions that require physical occupancy sensors, PlaceOS uses existing IT systems—like Wi-Fi networks and booking platforms—to infer occupancy. That means faster deployment, lower cost, and no disruption to your building.

Automate HVAC usage based on actual presence

Rather than heating or cooling based on fixed schedules, PlaceOS adjusts HVAC output in real time based on whether spaces are occupied. This means no more conditioning empty rooms—and no more manual overrides.

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Make your existing BMS smarter

Already have a Building Management System? PlaceOS integrates directly to extend its capabilities. Create automation rules based on booking data, occupancy signals, and business hours—without replacing existing infrastructure.

Control ventilation based on demand

PlaceOS supports demand control ventilation by using live occupancy signals to modulate airflow intelligently. Keep air quality high when rooms are full—and reduce fan load when they’re empty.

Overlay occupancy and energy data for better insights

See exactly how occupancy aligns with energy usage. With PlaceOS, you can monitor consumption across zones, flag anomalies, and identify opportunities to improve building efficiency—without guessing.

PlaceOS Occupancy v Energy Data

Control more than just HVAC

While HVAC is the core use case, PlaceOS can also automate lighting, AV, and in-room tech. Set conditions for entire rooms, floors, or zones—all in one web-based interface.

Build rules that match how your building runs

Trigger HVAC start-up based on the first booking of the day. Shut off lights when everyone leaves. Tailor automation to your business logic, without writing code.

Analyze energy patterns over time

Track usage across days, weeks, and seasons. Use PlaceOS analytics tools to build energy profiles, evaluate occupancy trends, and justify operational decisions.

PlaceOS Energy App Energy Reduction Dashboards

Cut costs without the capital project

PlaceOS offers building-wide HVAC automation that doesn’t require a construction crew. Start optimizing immediately—with what you already have.

HVAC Automation Full Feature List

HVAC Energy Analytics

Occupancy-linked energy reporting

Generate reports that correlate energy consumption with occupancy data, booking patterns, and environmental factors.

Environmental data monitoring

Collect CO₂, temperature, humidity, and air quality data from connected systems to optimize comfort and ventilation.

HVAC Automation Capabilities

Sensorless occupancy automation

Use Wi-Fi, calendar data, and existing infrastructure to control HVAC without new sensors or wiring.

Conditional rule-based controls

Define layered automations using presence, schedule, and booking data to turn systems on/off by room, zone, or floor.

Multi-system coordination

Coordinate HVAC, lighting, and AV controls from one place, adapting to how spaces are actually used throughout the day.

HVAC Automation Integrations

Occupancy and people counting

Integrate with systems like Vergesense, XY Sense, Cisco Meraki, Xovis, and more to enable accurate space usage tracking and real-time people counting.

Booking and scheduling systems

Connect to Microsoft 365, Google Calendar, GoBright, InfoSilem, and other tools to automate building systems based on room and desk bookings.

Building management systems (BMS)

Supports integration with Metasys, Siemens, Delta Controls, Optergy, BACnet, and Modbus TCP for deep HVAC and lighting control.

Lighting and device control

Works with Lutron, Helvar, KNX, DALI, Clipsal C-Bus, and more to control lighting scenes and energy-hungry devices.

HVAC Automation FAQs

General

What features does the energy management system offer?
The solution integrates with building management systems (BMS), lighting, HVAC, and in-room devices to provide real-time data on energy consumption and optimize usage based on occupancy data.
How does the energy management system help in reducing energy usage?
It uses automation workflows to control lighting, HVAC, and other devices based on occupancy or scheduling data. If the space isn't being used, it can turn everything off.
Can the energy management system integrate with existing building systems like BMS?
Yes, the app can connect building systems to tenancy systems. It integrates with the following building management systems (BMS): BACnet Secure Connect, Johnson Controls Metasys, Siemens Desigo, and Delta Controls.
Does the energy management system offer real-time monitoring?
Yes, it provides tools for real-time monitoring and historical trend analysis of energy consumption.
What kind of analytics does the energy management system provide?
The energy management system tracks energy trends, identifies high consumption areas, generates usage reports, and links occupancy with energy consumption to optimize operational costs.
Is it possible to automate control of lighting and HVAC?
Yes, the energy management system allows for automation of lighting, HVAC (BMS), and other devices to enhance energy efficiency.
Can I set alerts for unusual energy consumption?
Yes, the energy management system allows you to set alerts for unusual energy consumption patterns.
What kind of insights can I gain from the energy management system?
The energy management system provides insights into energy consumption patterns by showcasing comparisons to occupancy and energy usage, helping to identify inefficiencies and optimize energy use.

Integrations

What systems can PlaceOS integrate with for occupancy detection?
PlaceOS supports integration with occupancy and people counting systems like Vergesense, XY Sense, Cisco Meraki MV, Xovis, Floorsense, PointGrab, Freespace, SenseStudio, Steinel, Rhombus, and general occupancy sensors. These systems provide data on presence, people count, and space utilization.
What scheduling and booking systems does PlaceOS integrate with?
PlaceOS integrates with Microsoft 365, Google Calendar, Google Workspace, GoBright, InfoSilem, QBic, and its own native room/desk booking module to automate HVAC and lighting based on bookings and availability.
What BMS platforms are compatible with PlaceOS?
PlaceOS supports Johnson Controls Metasys, Delta Controls, Siemens Disego, Optergy, BACnet, Modbus TCP, and other standard BMS protocols.
Can PlaceOS control lighting systems?
Yes. It integrates with systems like Lutron, Philips Hue, Helvar, Dynalite, KNX, DALI, and Clipsal C-Bus to manage lighting scenes, shading, and energy optimization.

Functionality

How does PlaceOS track occupancy without new sensors?
PlaceOS uses existing infrastructure such as Wi-Fi access points and calendar data from systems like Outlook and Google Workspace to infer real-time occupancy. This allows for automation without the cost or disruption of new sensor installation.
What kind of data can PlaceOS extract from integrated systems?
PlaceOS can extract environmental and energy metrics such as CO2 levels, humidity, temperature, and power consumption to support automation logic and generate reports.