The integration of the legacy Metasys® N2 devices and the new Delta field devices was seamless to the owner and building operator. The Upstream N2 Interface of the BACnet-N2 Router enables the legacy NCMs and Metasys® Operator Workstation to co-exist with the new ORCAview head end. The S4 Open: BACnet-N2 Router is the only technology that allows an integrator to meet this requirement. The critical central plant equipment was retrofitted to Delta Controls controllers to maximize their efficiency because of the heavy demand for cooling capacity year-round.Ī large part of the plan called for the Johnson Controls NCMs to be kept online and functioning. The installation of the seven S4 Open:BACnet-N2 Routers allowed the project to salvage the N2 controllers and integrate the large (500+) number of VAV boxes, lighting controls, exhaust fans, and pressurization systems to Delta ORCAview. Over the long term, the S4 Open Appliances facilitate the migration away from the legacy Metasys® N2 devices to a pure BACnet environment, without having to take the building out of service for a retrofit. The BACnet-N2 Router acted as a BACnet server, the Delta Controls head end, ORCAview acted as a BACnet client, polling data from the S4 Open: BACnet-N2 Router. The BACnet-N2 router was used as a gateway to the Delta Controls system which provided enhanced visualization, improved control sequences, and energy efficiency improvements. The S4 Open: BACnet-N2 Router establishes a cost effective gateway from legacy Metasys® N2 to BACnet IP, quickly adding value and extending the life of legacy systems. The decision was made to partner with The S4 Group, Inc.
#Delta orcaview full#
The initial approach was to do a full retrofit however, due to the high replacement cost, and the operational impact to the Four Seasons business, the integration path was chosen and followed in the project. South Florida Controls was awarded the contract for the new BCS. Whether an overnight guest in the hotel, luxury condo or living space resident, an office worker or a patron of the gym, everyone should be comfortable, with the building operating in an energy efficient and cost effective manner. The building owner wanted each customer in the building to be comfortable. Because the system no longer met with the building owners objectives they contracted with a third party firm to analyze the system, make recommendations as to what the new system should accomplish and to help with execution.
#Delta orcaview update#
The customer wanted to update the older Johnson Controls System that was installed back when the building was constructed in 1992. Located in the heart of Miami, the Four Seasons Hotel, as one of the world renowned Four Seasons properties, is a luxury hotel that promises the customer an experience of exceptional comfort and service. Floors 40 to 70 house its luxury residences. The building has 221 luxury guest rooms and 84 condo hotel rooms. The Four Seasons Hotel in Miami, Florida is a high end, mixed use, 70 story building that includes the Four Seasons Hotel, The Sports Club LA, and Class A Office Tower.