Wireless management of emergency lighting

The future of building management starts now - and you don't want to be left behind! Wireless emergency lighting management offers a gamechanger: real-time updates, fewer inspections and more efficient maintenance planning. With IoT technology, you not only increase customer satisfaction or building safety, but also your own productivity. Take the step to working smarter!

Discover the 7 reasons for wireless management with HBI emergency lighting

Maximum security: LoRaWAN standard with double encryption and reliable AWS cloud services.
Regulatory compliance: Environment Act, ISSO79 and NEN_EN 50172 compliant.
Always insight: 24/7 automatically updated log for management and owner.
Reliable technology: Stable connection without dependence on other systems.
Work more efficiently: Save time and increase productivity with easy maintenance and plug-and-play installation.
Advanced management platform: Manage via Sqippa Online, the multifunctional IoT platform.
Long-term security: 10-year warranty on fixtures and batteries.

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“I'm not much for wireless, but this works great!” Bas van Dongeren , Uitvoerder BINX Smartility

“Remote management makes management so much easier and more efficient. This works nicely for everyone in our company.” Maurice Buil , Op het Veld

It significantly reduces the cost of the maintenance contract for the housing association. And with a total overview and continuous information about the emergency lighting, service and quality goes up tremendously. Pieter van Erp , ETB van Keulen

FAQ - All about Wireless Management with HBI Emergency Lighting.

1. Introduction to Wireless Management

What is wireless management of emergency lighting?
Wireless management utilizes IoT technology to connect emergency lighting and sensors to a cloud platform. This enables real-time remote monitoring of data such as battery statuses and faults without the need for physical inspections.

Why is wireless management revolutionary?
It eliminates inefficient maintenance processes, enhances reliability, and opens up new insights and business models for installers, while delivering cost savings for building managers.

How does wireless management work?
Emergency lighting fixtures send data via LoRaWAN to the Sqippa platform in the cloud. This is done securely and reliably through double encryption and AWS services. The platform provides an overview and notifications via a user-friendly interface.

2. Safety and Reliability

How secure is wireless management?
HBI fixtures are LoRaWAN certified. Using the globally standardized LoRaWAN protocol, messages are sent and received with double encryption. Additionally, the AWS cloud is employed, renowned as the safest and most reliable cloud service.

What happens during a fault?
Faults are automatically reported via the Sqippa platform, enabling immediate action. This minimizes downtime and enhances customer satisfaction.

Is LoRaWAN better than other wireless systems?
Yes, LoRaWAN offers a stable connection over long distances (up to 4 km in urban areas) without dependence on repeaters, mesh systems, or other fixtures.

3. Benefits

Why is wireless management appealing?

Efficiency: Access to technical status information minimizes physical inspections.
Sustainability: Fewer on-site inspections result in a reduced CO2 footprint.
Value creation: Provides transparency, fewer disruptions, and improved service and safety.
Quick installation: Plug & play, without complex infrastructure.
Flexibility: Maintain control yourself. Easily add new fixtures to the system.

Benefits for maintenance companies?

By working more efficiently, you can serve more customers in the same amount of time. Additionally, you can add extra value by offering preventive maintenance and transparency.
HBI provides LoRaWAN-certified emergency lighting with a multifunctional IoT platform (Sqippa) and a 10-year warranty. You receive a reliable, future-proof solution that is easy to integrate.

4. The Sqippa Management Platform

What is the Sqippa platform?
Sqippa is a user-friendly IoT platform that allows you to manage not only emergency lighting but also other sensors such as smoke detectors, CO₂ meters, and water usage meters.

What features does Sqippa offer?

Building layouts: Direct overview of fixtures in each building.
Updates: Status reports of all fixtures.
Automatic notifications: Immediate alerts for faults or power outages.
Compliance: Meets Environmental Law, ISSO79, and NEN_EN 50172 standards.

Do I need to build my own platform?
No, HBI provides a fully developed platform. As an installer, you only need to install and manage the fixtures and gateways via Sqippa.

5. Technical Specifications

What makes LoRaWAN suitable for wireless management?
LoRaWAN offers:

Range up to 4 km in urban areas.
Low energy consumption.
Double encryption for maximum security.
A global standard without vendor lock-in.

How is data transmitted?
Fixtures send data via LoRaWAN to a gateway, which forwards it to the cloud server. The data is then processed in the Sqippa platform.

Are there installation requirements?
The installation is plug & play. The system requires a gateway that connects to the internet and fixtures that support LoRaWAN.

6. Training and Support

How will I be trained to use Sqippa?
HBI offers a one-day training session where you will learn:

How to create buildings.
How to install fixtures and gateways.
How to monitor and analyze data.
How to give clients viewing rights for transparency.

What support does HBI offer?
HBI provides technical support, documentation, and access to a community of users and experts to assist you further.

7. Sustainability and Future-Readiness

How does wireless management contribute to sustainability?
It minimizes on-site inspections, reducing wasted energy and resources. The CO2 footprint is significantly lowered. Additionally, the systems support preventive maintenance, reducing wear and replacement.

How future-ready is the system?
With LoRaWAN and Sqippa, you are prepared for the future: it is scalable, secure, and future-proof. It offers innovations such as pay-per-use models and circular economy solutions.