Early warning systems for smart buildings

Water is the source of life, they say – but in the wrong place or in excessive quantities, it can become a destructive force. All homeowners who have ever been surprised by a water leak are particularly aware of this. If water escapes unnoticed in the house, it can quickly cause massive damage to interior furnishings and even the fabric of the building. 

Thanks to modern technology, however, there is a preventative solution to this challenge: leakage sensors. These small but effective helpers detect water damage at an early stage and warn the homeowner immediately.

Different types of leakage sensors are available. At Elsner Elektronik, we offer Leak KNX basic for the KNX building bus system, a leakage sensor that recognises when water is present between the electrodes of the probe.

In this case, an alarm message is immediately sent to the KNX bus.

• Early detection of water damage: Leakage sensors can detect water leaks at an early stage before major damage occurs. This enables a faster response to minimise the extent of the damage.
• Protection against expensive repairs: By detecting leaks in good time, you can avoid expensive repairs. Early intervention allows small problems to be rectified before they develop into serious damage.
• Prevention of mould growth: Moisture caused by leaks can lead to mould growth. Leakage sensors help to prevent the formation of mould by detecting puddles in good time, helping to limit consequential damage.

Modern sensor technology not only offers protection for the smart home and smart building, but also for its residents. Integrated into the KNX bus system, warnings are sent directly from the device to the system, enabling fast response times to recognise and avert dangers at an early stage. In our opinion, this makes leakage sensors and smoke alarms an absolute must-have in every intelligent building!