5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Controls System

Replacing aging control equipment can seem like a huge undertaking. Reworking systems, installing new equipment, and training associates on new control platforms can be a large time and financial investment—we get it. With Boland as your building controls partner, we make the process easy and seamless.  

We’ll be with you every step of the way as we discover the best fit based on your timeline, budget, and building goals, ensuring that your modern upgrades are compatible with industry-standard protocols.  

If you have been putting off a controls upgrade, we are here to act as your easy button. Here are five reasons why you should modernize your control system: 

1. Maximize reliability and uptime of HVAC equipment and systems: Our industry is rapidly changing as new technology becomes available. Many legacy components are being discontinued and are no longer in production. By upgrading controls to a more modern system, replacement parts are more readily accessible, which allows us to keep your equipment running smoothly with as little downtime as possible. Improved diagnostics and predictive maintenance capabilities also enable preventive measures. 

2. Ensure cyber security with BACnet Secure Connect and the latest updates: Aging connected systems are increasingly vulnerable to modern cyber threats, such as hacking and malware. We work closely with Trane to ensure that BACnet Secure Connect protects systems with state-of-the-art encryption and security protocols, safeguarding sensitive data and complying with industry regulations. Our offerings meet SOC 2 Type 2 compliance, BTL listed and TX-RAMP certified. 

3. A2L refrigerant equipment requires VAV system response: Refrigeration is a hot topic in our industry. ASHRAE Standard 15 outlines the safety measures and system responses to A2L refrigerant use. Legacy systems typically lack the proper mitigation sequences for refrigerant management. This is not only a safety concern but may urt efficiency or affect downtime. Modern control systems can properly respond to and manage A2L refrigerants, including controlling the Variable Air Volume (VAV) system.  

4. Bring Intelligent Service offerings to life: Legacy systems require manual configuration and mapping to provide Intelligent Services, which is time-consuming and can be prone to errors. Upgraded control systems allow intelligent service offerings, such as remote monitoring, analytics, and automated reporting. This improves operational efficiency and also enables proactive management of multiple HVAC systems anytime and anywhere. 

5. Enable the latest optimization strategies: control strategies and best practices are clearly defined and outlined in ASHRAE Guidelines 36 and Standard 90.1. These advanced sequences optimize energy and operation efficiency, occupant comfort, and system performance. Modern systems also come with advanced analytics that can further help optimize. Our in-house grant writing team can also support building owners in the utility incentive and rebate program application process. 

Even the smallest system upgrades can make the biggest difference. To learn more, visit www.boland.com/controls or fill out our consultation form.