The KNX technology -approved as ISO/IEC 14543-3- is an international standard used in the smart home and smart building solutions. The main facts and figures of the KNX technology are:
- 500 KNX Manufacturers in 45 countries
- 8000 KNX certified Products
- 500 KNX Training Centres in 72 countries
- 120,000 KNX Partners in 186 countries
Main Advantages:
The KNX technology is the result of the pooling of knowledge and experience gained over the last 28 years with the predecessor technologies to KNX, i.e. the European Installation Bus (EIB), the European Home System (EHS) and BatiBUS.
1. International Standard (ISO/IEC 14543), therefore future proof
2. By product certification, KNX guarantees Interoperability & Interworking of products
3. KNX stands for high product quality products retested or can require from the manufacturer test reports underlying his declaration of hardware conformity.
4. A unique manufacturer independent Engineering Tool Software ETS® for the design, planning and configuration of projects
5. KNX can be used for all applications in home and building control ranging from lighting and shutter control to security systems, HVAC, monitoring, alarming, water control, energy management, smart metering as well as household appliances, A/V and lots more.
6. KNX is fit for use in different kind of buildings (new and existing buildings)
7. KNX supports different configuration modes (Easy and System modes)
8. KNX supports several communication media (TP, PL, RF and IP)
9. KNX can be coupled to other system
10. KNX is Independent from any hard- or software technology