A building automation system can remain in place for years, sometimes decades, even as the facility evolves. Over time, equipment may be replaced, spaces repurposed, and controls adjusted or expanded, leaving newer components working alongside older ones. Then a new integration platform or analytics tool is added, giving facility teams [...]
Every day, a modern building generates an enormous amount of information. Temperature readings, occupancy patterns, equipment run times, energy consumption, and alarm histories constantly flow through HVAC systems, lighting controls, and countless other building subsystems. Building operations account for roughly 40% of the energy consumed and 74% of the electricity [...]
As energy costs rise and utilities place greater emphasis on grid stability, demand response programs have become an important opportunity for building owners and operators. The challenge is participation without disrupting operations or occupant comfort. A well-designed Building Automation System (BAS) changes that equation. Instead of relying on manual intervention, [...]
In today’s facilities, most building automation systems (BAS) provide some level of visibility into operations. Facility teams can monitor temperatures, receive alarms, and review trends, but visibility alone doesn’t always translate into control or improved outcomes. Understanding the difference between BAS integration and BAS monitoring is essential for organizations looking [...]
We’re proud to share that Conexus has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania for 2025 by the Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business. This recognition reflects more than just a positive work environment—it affirms the culture of mutual respect, purpose, and technical [...]
In July 2005, Conexus began with a vision and a leap of faith. What started as a strategic acquisition of a struggling building automation business quickly became something more: a personal mission to build a company rooted in transparency, quality, and long-term relationships. The early days were anything but easy. [...]
Successful building automation system (BAS) projects don’t begin with wiring diagrams or software coding—they begin with clear communication. A BAS intent meeting brings together the design team, engineers, contractors, project managers, and BAS partners to establish a shared understanding of project goals, sequences of operations, and design intentions. By [...]
When planning a building automation system (BAS), owners and engineers often face a decision: should they rely on factory-provided building automation system controls or integrate controls through a master systems integrator? While both approaches have advantages, their role in the broader BAS ecosystem is complex. Understanding how factory controls fit [...]
The design phase of any building automation system (BAS) project lays the foundation for long-term success. Yet it’s often rushed or underdeveloped, leading to unclear expectations, coordination issues, and systems that don’t perform as intended. Taking the time to document key requirements—from system performance to integration standards—helps protect your investment, [...]
In 2013, hackers infiltrated Target’s building systems network through a third-party HVAC contractor. From there, they accessed the retailer’s broader IT systems, ultimately stealing personal and financial information from over 40 million customers. The data breach remains one of the most widely cited examples of why cybersecurity in building [...]
Members 1st Federal Credit Union, with 53 branch offices and a central headquarters across Pennsylvania, needed a smarter way to manage its buildings. Enter Conexus Facility Management Solutions, a cloud-based building automation system (BAS) platform that allows organizations to monitor and optimize building performance remotely, securely, and cost-effectively. Unlike traditional [...]
Beneath the surface of any modern building is a complex network of wiring that powers an array of automated systems running 24/7. Building automation systems (BAS) are designed to unify these systems into a single, centrally controlled platform, improving efficiency, security, and energy savings. However, many organizations face BAS integration [...]