Philipp Wehn

Nov 14, 2023 | smartbuildingstech.com | Wanda Lau |Andrew Froehlich |Emily Newton |Philipp Wehn

Starting a campfire takes luck, know-how, and a spark. When weather conditions look promising, you can start gathering the materials: dry needles, paper bits, sticks, and the heavy-hitter logs. Flint for the experts, a match for all others, and before long, you are wrapped in a radiant bubble of heat and light. Starting a media brand in the digital and information age also requires the right elements.

Nov 5, 2023 | smartbuildingstech.com | Jim Schneider |Paul Francik |Philipp Wehn

Digital twins are complex in terms of technology and execution, but at their essence, their intent is straightforward. A digital twin is a virtual model that accurately replicates the behavior of a physical entity, says Zahra Ghorbani, BIM manager and doctoral candidate at Pennsylvania State University and vice chair of the National Institute of Building Sciences Digital Twin Integration Subcommittee (NIBS DTI-S).

Oct 30, 2023 | smartbuildingstech.com | Emily Newton |Philipp Wehn

A smart HVAC system can track, measure, and report on occupant energy use in or at near real-time and predict future energy use. These features make it a valuable tool in utility companies’ demand response and peak load management strategies. Here are eight ways intelligent HVAC systems can facilitate energy efficiency for both owners and utility companies. The most obvious benefit of using smart HVAC systems for demand response and peak load management is saving energy.

Oct 17, 2023 | smartbuildingstech.com | Robert Nieminen |Emily Newton |Philipp Wehn

On Nov. 8, Smart Buildings Technology will be hosting its third annual Smart Connect, a virtual, one-day summit of education and interactive webinars featuring industry experts and thought leaders across the architecture, engineering, construction, and ownership and operations sector. Register today for Smart Connect 2023! SBT Chief Content Director Robert Nieminen will be acting as emcee of the event, which will feature five information-packed sessions (60 minutes each).

Oct 3, 2023 | smartbuildingstech.com | Emily Newton |Philipp Wehn

The Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB) Board recently appointed Tommy Hulland of Carrier to the ASHB Board of Directors. Hulland is the associate director of Strategic Planning & Market Intelligence for Residential and Light Commercial HVAC at Carrier who leads the overall development and execution of the company’s growth strategies in North America by overseeing the forecasting, market intelligence, and strategy teams.