Occupancy Sensing | IoT Technologies

An IoT-enabled occupancy sensor is an indoor motion detecting device used to detect the presence of a person to automatically control lights or temperature or ventilation systems. The sensors use infrared, ultrasonic, microwave, or other technology that can measure how people use your company’s space in real time.

Occupancy Sensors – Q&A

What is occupancy detection?

An occupancy sensor is an indoor motion detecting device used to detect the presence of a person to automatically control lights or temperature or ventilation systems. The sensors use infrared, ultrasonic, microwave, or other technology.

What is the difference between occupancy and vacancy sensor?

An occupancy sensor turn lights ON automatically upon the detection of motion then turns the lights OFF automatically soon after an area is vacated. … A vacancy sensor does not offer an option of automatically turning lighting on requiring a manual button press from the occupant (manual/vacancy mode).

How do occupancy sensors for lighting work?

Occupancy and vacancy sensors are devices that detect when a space is unoccupied and accordingly automatically turn OFF (or dim) the lights, thereby saving energy. The device may also turn the lights ON automatically upon detecting the presence of people, providing convenience and a potential security aid.

Are occupancy sensors required by code?

Occupancy sensors are energy code standbys, and with the revision of IECC for 2018, they are now required in more spaces. Break rooms, enclosed offices, open plan office areas, and warehouse storage areas have now been added to the required applications list.

How do movement sensors work?

Active motion sensors send out a signal. They emit light (for example, a laser), and then if something blocks that light the sensor is triggered. Passive motion sensors pick up infrared signals put off by body heat. If the sensor notices an infrared energy, the motion detector is triggered and an alarm may sound.

Pain point(s) surrounding the need for occupancy sensors:

Space utilization

Social distancing

Guides & way finding

Managing traffic

Retail / shopper behaviors / analytics

Customer service / shopping experience

Solution(s) provided by our occupancy sensing technologies:

Outfitting a shared space with occupancy sensors is a simple and easy way to lower monthly utility bills and improve occupant comfort. They offer hands-free convenience while ensuring lights are never left on by accident. Deciding which type of occupancy or vacancy sensor to install for a given application isn’t always straightforward. With a variety of specifications, sensor technologies and styles, it’s important to take time to find a solution that’s tailored to your unique project needs.