Spacia Systems is a modern company specialized in industrial and commercial solutions, as well as home automation and low current systems. Spacia’s services varies from SCADA, telemetry, BMS, and access control passing by standard lighting, shutters, and blinds control, to more advanced systems such as HVAC, professional AV solutions, whole-house video distribution, multi-room audio, intrusion detection, CCTV, and TV control. Company Profile 2015 Spacia Systems Company Profile
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Spacia Systems is a modern company specialized in industrial and commercial solutions, as well as home automation and low current systems. Spacia’s services varies from SCADA, telemetry, BMS, and access control passing by standard lighting, shutters, and blinds control, to more advanced systems such as HVAC, professional AV solutions, whole-house video distribution, multi-room audio, intrusion detection, CCTV, and TV control.
Company Profile 2015
Spacia Systems
Company Profile
About us
“Outstanding experience that gives the user full control, allowing him to customize his house without the need of the dealer.”
I. M., the client
Background
Spacia Systems was established in 2004, under the name of Reborn Industries, where it was specialized in the manufacturing of low voltage switchgears and panel-boards, and SCADA, PLC and telemetry solutions. In the year 2010, a sister company under the name of Spacia Systems was established, its main scope of supply covered residential automation systems, building management system, access control system, CCTV, security, public address and audio visual system.
Services
Spacia provides a complete, turnkey solution for the aforementioned systems, including supply, installation, programming, commissioning and startup
Partnerships
Spacia indulges the partnership with some of the renowned leading vendors and system suppliers in the field of switchgears, SCADA, commercial and residential automation, such as Mitsubishi Electric, Johnson Controls, Lonix, and Control4.
Team
Our team is a diverse, multi-disciplined group of gifted individuals, who cover all areas of knowledge and skill base related to our activities, including design, selection, erection, supervision, configuration and operation.
In addition to using the highest quality components inside the panels to ensure the highest reliability, safety and quality standards, Spacia Systems’ qualified staff of engineers and technicians will handle the project details from design to manufacturing as well as after sale support services.
A Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) certificate will be issued for each assembled panel to ensure the manufacturing is done in accordance to customer specifications and requirements.
Industrial Solutions
LV Switchgears
Main distribution board (MDB).
Sub-main distribution board (SMDB).
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS).
Power factor correction panels (PFCP).
Motor control centers (MCC).
Feeder pillars (FP).
Spacia Systems’ activities are widely diversified to cater for all trades of electrical engineering, automation and control. They involve the survey, design, consultation, engineering, manufacturing, testing and maintenance of low voltage distribution panels up to 6400A in all forms of construction (FORM-2 up to FORM-4 Type-6) according to IEC and NEMA standards, low voltage motor control centers, fixed types in all forms of construction to IEC and NEMA as well as compartmentalize withdrawal type.
Spacia Systems’ activities are widely diversified to cater for all trades of electrical engineering, automation and control. They involve the survey, design, consultation, engineering, manufacturing, testing and maintenance of low voltage distribution panels up to 6400A in all forms of construction (FORM-2 up to FORM-4 Type-6) according to IEC and NEMA standards, low voltage motor control centers, fixed types in all forms of construction to IEC and NEMA as well as compartmentalize withdrawal type. In addition to the aforementioned panels, Spacia Systems provide motor starters and motor control centers for AC motors variable speed types and soft starters. Furthermore, Spacia System assemble and program fixed and automatic type power factor correction systems, as well as supervision, monitoring and synchronizing systems for Generators. Moreover, Spacia Systems supply Low voltage automatic and manual transfer switches up to 6400A.
The definition of SCADA is “Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition”. The major function of SCADA is for acquiring data from remote devices such as valves, pumps, transmitters etc. and providing overall control remotely from a SCADA Host software platform. This provides process control locally so that these devices turn on and off at the right time, supporting your control strategy and a remote method of capturing data and events (alarms) for monitoring these processes. SCADA Host platforms also provide functions for graphical displays, alarming, trending and historical storage of data.
Industrial Solutions
SCADA
Rich graphical user interfaces.
Monitor and control complicated processes from a
remote location.
Functions for alarming, trending and historical
storage of data.
Utilize open protocols allowing for the integration with
multiple 3rd party system
Spacia Systems provide instrumentation and RTUs/PLCs for asset or process solutions that can be easily managed and to provide operational benefits from the SCADA host down to the instrumentation, not just in terms of controlling and retrieving data but also engineering, implementing, operating and maintaining these assets.
Spacia Systems also employ open standards to further ease the integration of assets within a SCADA system using best practices defined by open groups and not a single manufacturing entity. This will in turn reduce the cost of owning SCADA.
Spacia Systems offers telemetry and remote SCADA solutions, a complete integrated sensor-to-enterprise solution that goes beyond simply addressing your remote monitoring and control applications, and helps you transform remote asset data into valuable knowledge to optimize your operations.
Whether it was wireless radio, 3G, GPRS, SMS, fiber or any other communication medium, Spacia Systems delivers a robust and reliable secure data communications implemented over point-to-point, multipoint-to-point or multipoint-to-multipoint mesh.
Industrial Solutions
Telemetry
Telemetry & Remote SCADA systems improve efficiencies across widely-dispersed field operations and critical infrastructures. They tackle the challenges of maximizing field production and relaying secure, reliable data from remote assets to the corporate enterprise. Field technicians and engineers benefit from simple deployment and configuration, scalable and flexible architecture, and improved workplace safety. Telemetry & Remote SCADA systems facilitate sound business decisions and reduce total cost of ownership.
Spacia Systems are helping customers efficiently manage the operation of their remote assets in critical infrastructure. The solution allows processes to be controlled at widely separated field sites, optimizing data transfer across remote communication networks. Centralized data from remote systems is transformed into business-relevant information for operational management, regulatory reporting and optimizing costs. Spacia Systems provide a complete offer of smart and integrated telemetry solutions and services.
Point-to-point and multi-to-point networks.
Simultaneous multiple applications/protocols on one
radio system.
Ethernet and serial connectivity.
Reliable and secure data communications.
Reliable around the clock monitoring.
Wireless radio, 3G, GPRS, SMS, and FOC.
Intelligent Solutions Critical building systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and fire and security, operate and interface with each other to more effectively manage the energy, comfort and safety needs of the building and its occupants. As a result, facility managers can use Spacia Systems’ BMS as a single point of interface to interact with all of these systems, even on a global scale. Spacia Systems’ BMS can accurately graph a number of data points over time, detect patterns and provide trending information becomes critical to the decision-making process, particularly decisions regarding energy management.
Commercial Solutions
Building Management Systems
Integration To realize these advantages, it is key to integrate your new and existing building management systems, solutions, technologies and business processes into one platform. The result will be more efficient performance, simplified operations and more affordable growth through reduced energy and operating costs. Building integration helps protect your investments and ensures long-lasting building value. Spacia Systems offers modular systems built around scalable open architecture, allowing system expansion and life cycle savings. Take advantage of leading standards like BACnet, LonWorks, OPC, and Modbus for easier configuration and seamless, third-party communication. Apart from integration with exists systems, the BOS can monitor and control the video surveillance system and access control system via the same rich GUI makeing it much easier for the operator to manage the workstation. In addition, it allows for the sharing of signals between the aforementioned systems providing automated control and advanced alarm reporting.
Single window monitoring and control of an entire site
or multiple sites.
Flexible global scheduling saves time and money, and
increases efficiency.
Flexible alarm management.
Improved management-level reporting.
Integration with industry standards such as BACnet,
LonWorks, OPC, and Modbus.
Integration with Video Surveillance System and
Access Control System via one interface.
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Cameras Spacia Systems Security integrates a selection of leading Video Surveillance systems with the full-scale solution. User-friendly interfaces and advanced capabilities are available for the solution of your choice. A wide range of high quality cameras are available as part of the Spacia Systems’ solution. Dome cameras, box cameras, bullet cameras, vandal dome cameras, PTZ cameras – our selection covers all of the most commonly required types and features
Commercial Solutions
Video Surveillance System
Video Monitoring Video surveillance can be implemented with Digital Video Recording (DVR) or a fully IP based Network Video Recording (NVR) system or any combination of these. The video surveillance system is integrated with the BOS platform to enable advanced features provided by the combination of all the connected systems. For example, system can start recording video stream and/or turn PTZ camera to a preset position upon triggering from intruder alarm system, access control, fire alarm or any other system integrated with the BOS platform. The video monitoring system supports both analogue and IP cameras. Cameras and recorders can be operated both via video monitoring system’s own user interface (live viewing of cameras) and the integrated user interface of the BOS (viewing cameras from floor plans). Cameras will be used not only by security operators, but also by safety and maintenance operators and all occupants. Video Content Analysis (VCA) functionalities enable implementing many advanced features, such as left object detection, people counting and crowd monitoring, for example.
Integration with other systems such as fire, intruder,
access and BMS.
Provides scalability and flexibility, hence can be
expanded easily.
Video Analytic Engines (e.g. license plate recognition)
Reliable around the clock monitoring.
Thorough recording playback.
Remote secure access to live monitoring and
recordings.
A variety of access control readers, doors, gates and devices allow for the delivery of the right equipment, products and technology for every installation. Spacia Systems’ access control management solutions allow you to control, track and manage access to any facility for improved employee and visitor management. Spacia Systems add value to your operations with managed access control and handle all phases of access control system layout and configuration, installation, maintenance, inspections and testing with our local service and support.
Commercial Solutions
Access Control System
These solutions integrate a range of electronic access control devices, locks and systems with management tools to help you control who has access to your offices, facilities and operations. Spacia Systems offer complete support in the layout, installation and assessment of these systems. Beyond security, our electronic facility access control technology delivers valuable business intelligence, allowing you to know who is entering and leaving your facilities, time and duration of visit, all while keeping a record of activity relating to facility access. Spacia Systems’ access control utilizes your new or existing IT network infrastructure to implement a complete, security management platform. The system can be integrated across multiple buildings, businesses and security systems so you can increase operational efficiencies, lower your costs and achieve a more secure, comfortable environment. The system integrates with virtually any third party program, making your security system more robust than ever before. The built-in web browser application allows users to access the platform from a centralized location within the building or remotely through web-enabled devices. Plus the graphical interface of the system is intuitive and easy to use.
Restrict employee access to sensitive areas.
Easily manage access credentials.
Prevent unauthorized visitor access.
Perform centralized lock-down in the event of an
emergency security threat.
Alarm activity reporting.
Administer your access control system remotely.
Integration with CCTV and BMS.
Spacia System offer solutions that meet all the varying needs of the corporate environment, from boardroom communications and training facilities to external uses like sales, marketing and digital signage targeting potential clients. Whether it’s restaurants, casinos, hotels, studios or sports complexes, Spacia System specializes in delivering custom audio, video, automation and communication technology solutions for the entire entertainment industry.
Commercial Solutions
Audio Visual System
Spacia Systems maintains close relationships with industry-leading manufacturers-Bose, Denon, JBL, Biamp, A-Part and QSC that we can supply the highest quality equipment and best post-sales warranties and support. Spacia Systems’ video distribution is based on HDBaseT, which is used in professional equipment, such as HDBaseT adaptors, extenders, or HDBaseT switching and distribution equipment. Either for point to-point connectivity or in point-to-multi-point deployments of complete managed networks – HDBaseT makes large video distribution simple as ever. As for advanced public address and background music systems, Spacia Systems utilizes CobraNet technology which is the de facto standard for transporting high fidelity, uncompressed digital audio in real time over off-the-shelf, switched Ethernet networks. Imagine the flexibility of dynamically routing digital audio from various sources to one, some, or all points in a network of devices.
Public address and background music.
DSP processors and audio over Ethernet (CobraNet).
Advanced paging and microphones Systems.
Audio/Video distribution over HDBaseT and HDMI over
IP.
Motorized projectors installation in meeting rooms.
Audio/Video conferencing systems.
Digital Signage implementation.
Most buildings today are over-lit because light levels are set higher than appropriate for the space, or spaces are lit even when they are unoccupied. This wastes energy, creates discomfort, and reduces productivity. Make your building work harder for you by adding intelligent, energy-efficient light control. Spacia Systems provides flexible, scalable systems that can fully integrate lighting, shading, and sensors for maximum energy savings. These solutions can be easily designed, installed and reconfigured to meet the changing needs of your building. Spacia Systems’ solutions incorporate an integral time clock feature that enables the scheduling of lights and shades. Both time-of-day (e.g., 10:00 pm weeknights) and astronomic time clocks (e.g., dusk or dawn) can enhance energy savings and the safety and security of employees. Whether it’s creating a safe pathway of light for employees exiting a building or automatically lowering shades during peak daylight periods.
Commercial Solutions
Lighting Control
Automatically set lighting scenes for different
procedures, increasing operational efficiency and
employee satisfaction.
Set lights to turn off when patients or staff leave
rooms to save on energy bills.
Notify staff when procedures are complete with
lighting alerts.
Use a single “Good Night” or “Good Morning” button
to turn the building off or on, keeping energy bills
low.
Use sensors in certain area like corridors or
staircases reduces the usage significantly.
Check on the office from your smart phone or tablet,
from anywhere.
Partners
Johnson Controls Building Management Systems
A global technology and industrial leader, providing high quality BMS, Access and CCTV Systems. Facility Explorer is a BMS product that gives you more ways to apply advanced control technology. Providing also VMS, network and digital video recorders, surveillance cameras and advanced analytics.
Mitsubishi Electric LV Switchgears and PLC
Mitsubishi Electric is one of the world's leading names in the manufacture and sales of electrical and electronic products and systems used in a broad range of fields and applications. As a global, leading green company, we're applying our technologies to contribute to society and daily life around the world.
Lonix Building Management Systems
Lonix provides versatile systems and advanced solutions for Intelligent Buildings. The cutting-edge Lonix Automation, integrating with Lonix Security, creates the perfect solution for indoor comfort, energy efficiency and security, optimal for all buildings where excellent quality is a requirement.
Siemens PLCs and SCADA Systems
From A to Z, Siemens is the world’s single-source leader of automation technology products engineered and manufactured for all industrial sectors. Siemens' best-in-class automation technology products are designed to perfectly match all of the requirements and are enhanced by extensive training, service and support.
Partners
Partners
Control4 Home Automation Systems
Control4 integrates everything from lighting control, music, home theater, climate control, security—even iPads, iPhones and Android smartphones creating smart house with a personalized experiences that enhance your life and provide added comfort, savings, convenience, and peace of mind.
Zennio KNX Home and Commercial Automation
Zennio is a global specialist in manufacturing KNX automation solutions, including modern and functional solutions specially designed for hotels, homes and buildings, which have been installed in numerous flagship projects nationally and internationally.
Biamp Professional Audio Systems
Biamp Systems is a leading provider of professional audio solutions for conferencing, paging, sound reinforcement, and other corporate requirements. From initial DSP design to software development, from materials manufacturing, the entire process is owned and managed under one roof — Biamp Systems.
DSC Intrusion Detection Systems
DSC is a world leader in electronic security. The experts at DSC have been leading the way. From our revolutionary control panels, to our industry-leading IP alarm monitoring products and now to our sleek, contemporary self-contained wireless panels, DSC has always been front and center in the security space.
Partners
Projects
Projects
Project Year LV
Switchgears SCADA/PLC Telemetry BMS CCTV
Access Control
Audio Visual
Lighting Control
Home Automation
Industrial Projects
Al‐Basateen Pump Station 2015 √ √ √
Al‐Ghabawi Pump Station 2014 √ √ √
Six Deep Wells (Al Sheediah Phosphate)
2013 √ √ √
Lajjoun Waste water Treatment Plant
2012 √
Central Control Station at Queen Alia Airport
2012 √ √ √
Zwara Water Tanks and Pump Stations
2011 √ √
Karak Water Loss Reduction (KWLRP)
2011 √ √ √
Motta Factory New Extension 2010 √
Jordan Grain New expansion 2010 √
Russ Group Asphalt Factory 2010 √
Bushra Pump Station 2010 √ √
Karak WWTP 2010 √
Paper Factory New Expansion (Nuqul Group)
2009 √
Plastic Factory New Expansion 2009 √
Three new Schools at Aqaba 2009 √
Pump Stations (Tulkarem Authority)
2009 √ √ √
Filtration System (Jordan Phosphate)
2008 √ √
JPPC New Expansion 2008 √ √
Jerash Waste Water treatment Plant (WAJ)
2008 √ √ √
LV station Upgrade 2 (Queen Alia Airport )
2007 √
Water Wells At Queen Alia Airport
2007 √ √
Al Safi Salt Factory Upgrade 2007 √
LV station Upgrade 1 (Queen Alia Airport )
2006 √
National Hatchery Upgrade 2006 √
Vacuum Coating Machine (Hikma Pharmatecual)
2005 √
Automatic Dosing System 2005 √
Projects
Project Year LV
Switchgears SCADA/PLC Telemetry BMS CCTV
Access Control
Audio Visual
Lighting Control
Home Automation
Commercial Projects
Kilani Healthcare Institute 2013 √ √ √ √
Porcelanosa Grupo 2012 √ √ √
Hilton 2012 √ √ √ √ √
Bank of Jordan 2011 √ √
Grand Cinemas‐Taj Mall 2011 √ √
Residential Projects
Private Villa (3100m2) 2013 √ √ √ √ √
Private Villa (1500m2) 2013 √ √ √ √ √
Private Villa (2000m2) 2012 √ √ √ √
Private Villa (1000m2) 2012 √ √ √ √
Private Villa (600m2) 2012 √ √ √ √
Private Apartment (680m2) 2012 √ √ √ √
Private Villa (1800m2) 2012 √ √ √
Private Villa (1100m2) 2012 √ √ √ √ √ √
Private Villa (2000m2) 2012 √ √ √ √ √ √
Private Villa (2200m2) 2012 √ √ √ √ √
Private Apartment (450m2) 2011 √ √ √
PLC | SCADA | Long Range Wireless
Case Study
Wireless Ethernet bridges were employed in the city of Tulkarm to link multiple pump stations, wells and reservoirs sites together allowing unified control and monitor from a single location in addition to automated control based on predefined scenarios.
Pump Stations, Wells and Reservoirs Tulkarm / Palestine
Area: Middle East
Type: Pump Stations
Local and Remote Control via graphically rich SCADA system
The pump station pumps water from the wells and all the way to the reservoirs, yet in other locations, the well may directly pump to the reservoirs. This water network was essential for Tulkarm having a radius of almost 20Km in total.
“One of the many success stories of integrating high-level communications solution to solve an industrial automation challenge.
Rami Al Jayeh, GM of Spacia Systems
The Challenge
In a crowded city where proper infrastructure is missing, the possibility of installing fiber cable is narrow. Yet several distant locations containing pump stations, wells and reservoirs were required to have a central and unified control and monitor. It was immediately realized that a special design was needed for the communication between sites and the central station that can handle real time monitoring.
Project Features
Three pump stations equipped with MCC panels
Soft-starter, YD and DOL Motor Starters
Six Water Wells and Four Reservoirs
All Sites Utilizing 2.4GHz Wireless Bridge
Local and Remote Control via SCADA System
ATS System and Standby Generator
Total IO Signals on SCADA is 1600
The Benefit
The results were very convenient and the whole system empowered the water infrastructure in Tulkarm, providing water to additional populated neighborhoods thus expanding the total area covered by the water network. The Tulkarm Municipality was very pleased with the cost effective and well implemented solution.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo
SPCS105-A1-1214
Three pump stations, each one equipped with an MCC panel that includes soft-starters, YD and DOL motor starters established. With main incomers varying and reaching up to 800A depending on pump ratings, ATS panels were employed for the standby generators in case of power failure.
Regarding the control, modular PLC panels were assembled and programmed, processing IO signals varying from 80-200 signals per station. After studying the process plan required for the operation of the system, advanced programming procedures were implemented to produce an error free, self alarming automation and control mechanism that makes it easy for the operators to handle.
The real challenge of providing fluent and reliable communications between panels in circumstances were it is difficult to install fiber cables for sites that are distant from each other several kilometers, long range 2.4GHz wireless Ethernet bridges were utilized to overcome this issue.
These wireless bridges, equipped with Yagi antennas, provided robust network over up to 10 Km line-of-sight-distance between the stations. This ensured smooth monitoring and control for the whole system from a central SCADA equipped station.
In addition to the remote control via SCADA over wireless network, local HMIs were employed on each station guaranteeing local control and monitor in emergency cases or general maintenance, giving another depth of safety and security for operators.
The overall radius of the project was estimated to be around 20Km, with 1600 IO signal being processed and transmitted in real-time.
PLC | SCADA | GPRS
Case Study
The project aims to upgrade and expand the water network supply system for Karak governorate and adjacent areas in order to reduce NRW and meet the demand for the year 2030 for a population of 350,000.
Water Loss Reduction Program Karak / Jordan
Area: Middle East
Type: Pump Stations
Local and Remote Control via graphically rich SCADA system
Establishing of water network supply system for Karak governorate and adjacent areas in order to reduce NRW and meet the demand for the year 2030 for a population of 350,000. The project components include PLC controlled pumping stations linked with centralized SCADA system.
“The project proceeded smoothly without problems and was totally completed in one year.”
Engineer W. Kh., Project Manager
The Challenge
Five pumping stations were to be rehabilitated and established in distant and remote locations. The purpose of these stations was to pump water to new stations and new reservoirs. The remote stations were to be connected to the central station and monitored via a SCADA system.
Motor starters type and power rating should match the required load and save power as efficient as possible. One of these stations should have SCADA installed to monitor and control the rest remotely.
Project Features
Five pump stations equipped with MCC and PLC panels
Soft-starters power rating varies from 90-550kW
Power Factor Correction Panels up to 500kVAR
UPS with 3kVA capacity and external battery banks
Manual control on MCC panel, remote panel or HMI
Remote control and monitor via SCADA over GPRS
Modular PLC with I/Os ranging from 100-380 per panel
The Benefit
Al-Karak city upgraded their existing water network and accounted for the increase in demand in the coming years. The design was flexible allowing for future addition of more stations to the system via GPRS/3G/4G or whatever new technologies might arise in the future. The solution is robust and working reliably for years.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo SPCS107-A1-0115
Five pumping stations in 5 different distant locations were constructed. Each pump station had an MCC to control the pumps. Based on the loads, the appropriate motor starters to select were soft-starters with Motor Protection Device. This provided complete protection against over/under current, over/under voltage, phase imbalance, earth fault, jam, and long start.
The MCCs had main circuit breaker varying from 400-2500A depending on total load. To optimize power consumption, Power Factor Correction Panels (PFCPs) were deployed in parallel to each main circuit breaker. Ranging from 100-500kVAR, the PFCPs reduced the reactive power significantly, and consequently, lowering the electric bill.
Modular PLC controllers were installed and programmed to process I/Os varying from 100-380 I/O per panel. In addition to its native I/Os, the PLC communicated with the motor protection device via ModBus® protocol to get readings and faults and report them as alarms to the SCADA system while automatically taking an action in case of critical faults.
One of the pump stations, located in Lajjoun, was to host the centralized SCADA system and provide the ability to control and monitor the other four stations remotely. This needed proper communications channel between all the stations and hence a special design was implemented.
In order to link five remote stations, a reliable communications medium is required. Fiber optics were out of the question because the nature of infrastructure made it very difficult to dig and install new conduits, hence the wireless solution was adopted. Wireless radio bridges could not also be used because the distance between the stations was beyond their reach so cellular communication was the most practical solution. Therefore, GPRS modems were installed at each location, sending data from the local PLC to the Lajjoun station’s PLC which is hosting the SCADA system. Bidirectional communications allowed for monitoring and control over the remote stations.
Each MCC panel was equipped with a UPS of 3kVA to ensure the communications are not to be interrupted for any reason.
BMS | CCTV | Access Control | Public Address
Case Study
An additional building that extends the medical services of the existing Farah Hospital was to be erected beside it. The new building contains BMS, CCTV, access control and public access that were all implemented by Spacia Systems and more importantly integrated together to establish an Integrated Building Management System.
Kilani Health Care Institute Amman / Jordan
Area: Middle East
Type: Hospital
Integrated Building Management System via single control station with elegant GUI
Intelligent building management software was employed to monitor and control BMS, CCTV, and Access Control and Fire Alarms systems. Operators have quick and easy access to follow up on all of the subsystem via a user friendly interface.
The Challenge
The new building requires the access control system to
control elevators by granting access on certain floors
for users based on their predefined access level. The
public address system, in addition to background
music, shall announce override messages in cases of
emergency and fire alarm. The IP CCTV shall be
accessible from the same interface that monitors the
BMS and the access logs. The BMS system shall control
and monitor typical HVAC equipment such as AHUs and
FCU, but it shall also control operation rooms and
isolation rooms which had their own third‐party
specially designed control system.
Project Features
Building Management System (2000 I/O)
Closed Circuit Television (120 IP Cameras)
Access Control System (200 Doors)
Access Integration with Elevators
Public Address System (400 Speakers)
Integrated Solution through One GUI
Design, Installation, Testing and Commissioning
The Benefit
The main server holds the core engine to monitor
and control the BMS, CCTV and Access Control
System, hence integrating these systems together
and giving easy and quick access for the client over
the whole system from a single interface. The
system can also be accessed remotely in cases it was
needed. This is what can be called a truly Integrated
Building Management System.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo
SPCS106-A1-1214
The operation and isolation rooms were equipped with a
specially designed control system supplied by “Maquet”
called “Tegris”. The BMS was integrated with this system, by
sending and receiving signal from it, resulting in a complete
control and monitor over the operation and isolation rooms.
Typical HVAC equipments were also controlled including
AHUs and FCUs. FCU were supplied by Airmec and was
seamlessly integrated via the Modbus standard protocol. In
addition to the HVAC, monitoring the MDBs and SMDBs was
accounted for and alarms were raised in case faults occur.
Around 200 high specs cameras were installed in various
locations and configured to provide real‐time monitoring as
well as sub‐streams for recording on a large storage NVR.
5MP cameras were deployed to ICU rooms so that the
doctors can monitor the patients from tablets showing the
slightest sign of any discomfort the patients may suffer. The
NVR hosted advanced VMS software to provide additional
features and digital signal processing for camera feeds such
as face recognition and record on motion to save space.
The access control system controls over 200 doors equipped
with card readers, magnetic locks, exit buttons and door
contact for feedback. Permissions and access levels are
defined and configured using the same server that already
controls BMS and CCTV along with card programming device
to remove or add cards from the database and give each
card its desired access level. The access control system also
allowed for the integration of elevators in terms of allowing
users to stop on certain floors based on their access levels.
The integration required special programming on the main
server to provide fast and reliable RS232 communication
with the elevators system.
Finally, over around 400 speakers were distributed across
the floors and in different places to ensure full coverage of
audio for all areas. Specially zoning design was applied for
example, dedicating a zone for stairs, others for each floor
depending on what department it is. This provides the ability
to page each zone independently as desired. Most
importantly, allowing critical fire alarm messages to be
broadcasted overriding any current audio playing.
BMS | Audio Visual | Lighting Control
Case Study
Intelligent Control4 and Lonix Systems are used at the Hilton Resport & Spa, Dead Sea, to create exclusive modern style surroundings for guests who are used to expect excellence in all respects.
Hilton Resort & Spa Dead Sea / Jordan
Area: Middle East
Type: Holiday Resort
Exclusivity, Comfort and Smooth Maintenance through integrated home automation system
Intelligent Control4 and Lonix Systems are used at the Hilton Resport & Spa, Dead Sea, to create exclusive modern style surroundings for guests who are used to expect excellence in all respects.
“Best scenario to demonstrate the efficiency of integrated building management system.”
Rami Al Jayeh, GM of Spacia Systems
The Challenge
Proven technology and robust functionality are essential requirements for high-end destinations like the Hilton Resort and Spa. Additional convenience created through intelligent systems implemented in hotel facilities shall ensure excellence of the user experience throughout their stay.
Easy maintenance of integrated systems is a high priority which can be achieved through an extremely user friendly integration software.
Project Features
Background Music
Public Address System
Lighting and Scene Control
Meeting Rooms Video Setup
Building Management System
Guest Room HVAC Control
Integrated Control Software
The Benefit
The intelligent solutions installed and commissioned at the Hilton Dea Sea ensured smooth operation of all systems, and most importantly, thereby ensuring an excellent user experience for guests.
Easy management and flexible maintenance enhances the overall performance of the system and reduces costs on the long run.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo
SPCS102-A1-0113
Standalone background music systems were installed in several facilities at the Hilton such as bars, restaurants deploying hundreds of speakers and corresponding amplifier, pre-amps and audio sources sufficient to fulfill the entertaining needs of these facilities.
Additional centralized public address system was installed covering lobbies and public places, controlled through an AV room that provided all the equipment needed for speakers. It was integrated also with the evacuation system and fire alarm system to announce urgent messages in case of emergencies in addition to normal announcements on daily basis.
Lighting control consisted of more than 25 lighting panels distributed indoor and outdoor throughout the whole hotel were each independent zone had its own controller which in its turn was connected to the site main network allowing for these independent place to integrate with each other and even other system if required. Keypads were placed in certain hidden places giving the hotel staff a faster control tool in addition to the touch screens that were elegantly installed.
Building management system had to be robust and flexible at the same time. The DDCs were distributed in suitable location close to the area they serve and interconnected with each other to the main central station. The integration software installed at the central station, reliable and user friendly, allowed the operator to control and monitor all subsystems and functionality of the hotel. It also allowed the system integrator to program and make modification on the fly when requested, making it very easy to be managed and maintained.
Case Study
Home Automation
A huge villa that shall have almost everything automated at the request of the client. With a vast landscape area and a large perimeter, special design considerations were applied to guarantee reliable system performance.
Private Villa Amman / Jordan
Area: 2400m2
Location: Dabouq
Entertainment, Luxury and Security Seamless Integration easily managed from any mobile device
Control4 home automation installed and integrated with 3rd party providers for AC units, security system, HDBaseT centralized video system among other systems.
“Technically and ethically qualified team of professionals carried out the whole installation from A-Z to present a system based on cutting edge technology.”
M. S., the client
The Challenge
Due to the huge size of this villa and the vast landscape area, an adequate home automation system should be installed. The owner wanted a full package of lighting, shutter, security, IP CCTV, telephony, central video system, multi-room audio, under floor heating, AC control and data system. The large nature of the project required extra design considerations to provide proper network infrastructure that the rest of the system would utilize to work smoothly.
Project Features
Multi-Room Audio (24 Zones)
HDBaseT Video Distribution System (16 zones)
Over 200 Lighting Circuits and Shutter Control
IP Intercom Integrated with Telephony
128 Security Sensors over 64 Zones
16 IP Cameras Integrated with NVR and Touch-screens
16 HVAC Zones including AC and Under-floor Heating
SMATV System (24 TV Point)
8 On-Screen Navigators
10 Wall Touch-screens, 2 Portable and over 30 Keypads
Complete Network Infrastructure
The Benefit
This whole complicated machine – that is the low current system – is viewed by the user a simple and easy to use GUI that can be controlled via the installed touch-screens or using smart mobile devices even over 3G or while traveling abroad. Also, scheduled tasks such as turning on/off perimeter flood lights from 11pm till 6am proved very convenient for the clients without the need for any technical background.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo
SPCS108-A1-0115
Three 8 zones audio matrix amplifiers were installed and the sources split between them giving a logical 8x24 audio matrix switch. This was need because of the huge size of the villa which needed 24 stereo audio zones to cover it. Hidden speakers were installed in some locations where any modification to the interior design was not acceptable, as well as installing rock speakers around the pool maintaining the homogeneous landscape design.
Over 128 security sensor scattered around the villa consisting of curtain sensors, gas, heat and smoke detectors as well as magnetic contact were connected to a 64 zone security panel. The client had full control over the security system using its native keypad or the home automation touch-screens.
High definition video distribution system was implemented based on the HDBaseT technology to transfer HD media over UTP. More than 10 –tucked away- HD sources including OSN, Apple TV, media players and more, could be routed to 16 TV locations providing wide diversity of media content to watch and if desired to share the same media such as football game to more than one TV maintaining HD clarity.
Video and audio intercom units were integrated with an IP ready PBX system from Avaya using SIP protocol.
Over 200 lighting circuits and 10 shutters were controlled by assembling and installing 5 dimming panels, each assigned a region of the villa, and integrating the light control4 with keypads, touch-screens, mobile devices, and even motion sensors. Other wireless lighting dimmers were placed locally inside each room to act as an emergency/backup feature in case the connectivity with the lighting panels was disrupted for some reason.
Four 24 port Gigabit Ethernet switches and one PoE switch were installed along with six access points to cover and hold robust network connectivity, providing a crucial solution for the other system because the home automation system is IP based. Link aggregation between two switches was established to connect a remote switch dedicated for the perimeter IP cameras.
Case Study
Home Automation
A client technically familiar with smart homes requested the full features of home automation in his elegant villa. Provided with home edition of programming software, he was able to customize his house by himself.
Private Villa Amman / Jordan
Area: 2200m2
Location: Dabouq
Safety with Integrated Security System remote control and management
This modern villa uses the intelligent Control4 System to create exclusive, stylish surroundings for its owners that expect excellence in all respects.
“Outstanding experience that gives the user full control, allowing him to customize his house without the need of the dealer.”
I. M., the client
The Challenge
The capability to integrate all subsystems to allow the client to control everything using unified interfaces was a necessity. In addition to creating automated actions and scenes that involves multiple components from different systems such as bringing down shutters and turning off irrigation system when it rains. Also, allowing the client to control and even program his house remotely over a secure internet connection.
Project Features
Multi-Room Audio
Lighting Control
Shutters Control
Integrated Security
CCTV and SMATV Integration
On-Screen Navigators
Media Scenes
Announcements
Water and Diesel Level Monitoring
SSL Secured Remote Management
The Benefit
The smart system installed at the villa delivers enhanced performance, superior user experience and lower life cycle costs over time.
Integration of the several subsystems of home automation throughout the site also allows for extremely easy operation and maintenance accessible remotely over the internet.
The Solution
Spacia System Read more at www.spacia.com.jo
SPCS101-A1-0113
Multi-room audio distributed across 8 zones including landscape zone and rock speakers were installed. Along with 2 iPod docks, multi-tuner and Digital media as sources, the audio system allowed for audio messages to be announced across the house on certain events such as low diesel level.
64 security zones connected to more than 70 sensors consisting of magnetic contacts, beam detector and motion sensors, ensured the security of the whole premises. Because of its integration with the whole system, security zones can be armed and monitored remotely or even programmed to trigger actions such as using the motion sensors of the security system to turn on lights in certain areas when disarmed. CCTV cameras were displayed and broadcasted throughout the rooms via the SMATV system supporting DVR control through home automation interfaces and remote controls.
Centralized control panels were assembled to control more than 110 lighting circuits and 14 shutters. Along with 6 buttons led lit keypads spread throughout the house, light and shutter control could not get easier in which some areas light up automatically, after sunset, upon detecting motion.
Intercom units on main entrances were linked with the house’s PBX system to answer and open gates in addition to opening doors using the touch screens and mobile application of the automation system.
The network infrastructure was designed carefully and built from scratch to ensure smooth operation and robust connectivity between home automation components, personal computers and the Internet.
Due to the client’s frequent travels, some system programming and network configuration were performed to allow the use of smart phones over 3G to have full control and monitoring over the whole system. Because the Control4 authentication procedure is implementing over SSL (Secure Socket Layer), controlling the house over the internet could not get more secure.
