The battle of the temperature in the office is a fact that each year claims the good of several hundred colleagues. But why does this happen more often in Mediterranean countries? Maybe it’s because of the more southern than the residents of other northern geographic areas?

The complexity of control and involvement in the comfort:

Nothing is further from reality, the temperature control is one of the most complicated tasks that exist in the field of intelligent control and energy efficiency. As an example, the answer to the question posed in the first paragraph:

Countries Mediterranean suffer sudden temperature variations between night and day and between different seasons than other geographic areas to the north, such as Norway, where the habit of not shutting down the heating thermostat control throughout the year, while in countries like Spain or Italy, the difference in temperature between the north face and south face of the same building on a spring morning can be abysmal.

Variables measured in a thermostatic control:

So, measure the internal temperature is essential when making a thermostatic control, but there are a number of contextual factors to be taken into account, such as:

– Humidity: just as occurs in tropical areas, the sense of embarrassment with the relative humidity increases, so it is necessary to measure this parameter.
– CO2: The concentration of this gas, produced by the very act of breathing generates discomfort, it has to be kept within limits.
– External Temperature: measure this variable to take into account the internal control can be of great help in making the regulation. It can also help, for example, use fresh outside air during summer nights if it has a temperature (“free cooling”).

All these values ​​and involvement in regulatory systems, such as air systems, radiant floors, etc., can be controlled with intelligent control systems.

Special Environments:

There are certain environments where these controls are strictly necessary, such as a heated pool. Control parameters such as internal and external relative humidity, as well as internal and external temperature, thus influencing the control of ventilation and air exchange can impact significant savings.

In this type of facility used Dehumidifiers which are nothing more than a system that cools the air (where condensation occurs and remove the water produced by moisture, everyone knows that air conditioners dry the atmosphere) and then heat the same air. Energy expenditure is very high.

It’s much cheaper to open the windows … as long as no heat is lost. Hence the importance of a good system of control and regulation.

Complying with regulations:

In the case of residential buildings, offices, … it is necessary to comply with the laws of each country’s temperatures and regulation of air quality. In the case of Spain, it is the Regulation of Thermal Installations in Buildings, approved in Royal Decree 1027/2007 (this supersedes all previous). This regulation establishes, among other parameters CO2, relative humidity and temperature of binding.

Of course, regular quality means having to recycle the air, providing clean outdoor air to reduce the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere generated by building occupants themselves.

The mere fact of having to take outside air, which means there is air-conditioned suit the demand requirements of internal temperature. It is easy to visualize this problem on a cold winter morning, where the outside air may be a few degrees of temperature and relative humidity is very high, while the air is needed inside is 20 degrees Celsius and humidity suitable relative.

For this there are several air recycling techniques, such as enthalpic recovery. These systems allow the transfer of energy as heat from the stale air is expelled and fresh clean air coming from the outside. As with any transfer, leaks, and can not recover 100% of the energy, but research on this system is enabling significant progress, achieving remarkable results in efficiency. Specifically, the certified buildings LEED are a perfect benchmark for quality control parameters.

Complex regulatory systems:

All these systems may seem complex, but are essential in maintaining the comfort, reduce consumption in the face of the bills, and especially in the face of planet Earth. And do not forget that something as simple as it seems to achieve a stable temperature will always be conditioned by another system alien to the very regulation that is extremely sensitive because of its millions of nerve endings: the human body.

The insulation is intended to hinder the transmission of heat from outside to inside and vice versa. It is essential both in the walls of the house as the glazed openings.

Ventilated facades energy efficiency:

They are used to integrate external elements such as overhangs or lamas and prevent heat from outside. Another option is to install a ventilation chamber by natural convection between two types of fencing in the front, one inside and one outside. This last feature makes the curtain wall evacuated much of its energy absorbed through the air. It can be manufactured from materials such as glass, metal, ceramic or stone.



For the inner enclosure is recommended to be double glazed for better insulation. It is advisable to reduce thermal bridge (pillars, corners, joints or fronts of forged) when installed. There are companies that install this type of outside decks on homes and it is estimated that with them, they get up to 30% energy savings.

Facades comprehensive energy efficiency:

It is a combination of ventilated facades with solar thermal systems for heating and hot water, with the placement of photovoltaic panels to generate electricity. With this system, cooled, heated, ventilated and heated by solar energy.

The annual consumption for heating and cooling of the housing is reduced, as well as the production of CO2. It solves the problem of overheating during the summer and at the same time, it generates energy renewable electricity.

The latest product innovation in photovoltaic elements can find a combination of semi-transparent solar panel with stained glass, thus enriching the architectural integration as a whole. Improved sun protection and avoid the glare of the element. The maximum unit each of them is is 50WP, with annual electricity production of 1.43 MWh / year. You can achieve energy savings of 8 MWh / year.

The latest technology allows users to create buildings insulated polycarbonate panels filled with Aerogel geothermal pump that heats and cools the house.

Glazing energy efficiency:

With the glass has always managed a perfect thermal and acoustic interior insulation and even resist the fire. Today we also make them so insulation to reduce heat loss. Some types of heat-treated glass are:

– Temperate: is heated to a temperature above 650 ° C and then quenched. It is considered safety glass and if broken is broken into small pieces with rounded edges that do not cause penetrating wounds.
– Thermoset is made from a special treatment on glass thickness exceeding 10 mm. Increases resistance to mechanical and thermal stresses when exposed to sunlight for differences in expansion between the center and edges. Not considered a safety glass because in the process undergoes a slower cooling than others.
– Laminate: made of thermal properties (reduced by almost 99% of the direct effect of ultraviolet radiation), optical (protects discoloration of objects or furniture inside the house), against breakage (burglary, body armor and security in case of accident or fall).

Energy efficiency with natural ventilation:

Other mechanism is especially for hot climates. Removes excess heat in indoor and open the walls of the housing should be directed to the area of ​​wind that dominates its surroundings. Is usually achieved through openings in exterior walls opposite and thus achieve cross drafts.

In facade South glazing be provided with appropriate levels in the circulation of air and insulation solutions such as natural shade (with eaves, awnings or shutters). It is desirable that the joints and openings in the walls of fans are treated to prevent air leaks in times of high wind.

Energy savings is less independent of external resources to achieve full or partial self-sufficiency with regard to the supply networks that are water and electricity. Leverage all available resources and residues generated the same construction provides energy efficiency means greater over time.

Remember that savings will be noticed more if use is prolonged and avoid cycling, a process that shortens its life. Ideally, allow the bulbs remain lit if not out of the room longer than 10 minutes.

Simple everyday gestures such as leaving open the taps when brushing your teeth, put to work the dishwasher only when fully loaded, use light bulbs or install a double-glazed windows, get to save energy in a truly effective and simple.

Water for All:

This is a rare commodity in any case it is wasted, the way people consume only need is very easy:

* Do not leave faucets open while you brush your teeth to avoid unnecessarily wasting water.
* Do not hesitate to put in taps and cisterns, flow reduction devices or choose models that incorporate them.
* A good idea may be to opt for faucets with motion detectors, which are active hands and flowing water, but when removed, the water flow is interrupted.
* He prefers the shower to the bathroom, because it uses less water. There are now screens to suit any space.
* You can be the ideal time to buy a shower head low, which will spend up to half of water with a classic head.
* Community boilers replaced by individual boilers will save you energy.

Saving Energy:

The way to obtain the necessary light to illuminate the rooms in your home is to make every possible natural light by placing light curtains and blinds to allow them entry. Take note of other interesting tips:

* Use energy saving light bulbs, switches and regulators independent of light intensity.
* Halogen bulbs are a good option, they can save up to 50% of energy.
* The motion detectors are useful for the forgetful because the lights are turned on and off automatically.

Optimized heating:

As a first step to save energy during the colder months is to choose a heating system Natural gas, less pollution than diesel is cheaper than electricity and distributes heat efficiently at home.
Also, keep in mind the following tips:

* In the morning, avoid turning up the heat until the house is ventilated and the windows are closed properly.
* At night, turn off the heat and prevents heat loss by closing the blinds and installing double glazed windows to get a good isolation.
* Not impede the heat output by placing furniture in front or on the radiators.
* The installation of programmable thermostats on radiators, help save up to 13% of energy.

Well-used appliances:

One of the largest energy loss occurs through inappropriate use of appliances, find out how you can help:

* Put the dishwasher only when full, preferably using short programs or low temperatures. The same advice is for the washer.
* Locate the refrigerator and freezer to cool, well ventilated areas. Furthermore, it should occasionally clean the rear.
* Be sure to defrost the refrigerator every 3 months as a freezer with an ice layer of 4 mm can reach double its electricity consumption. This gesture will get extended life of the appliance.
* Let hot foods cool before moving them outside the fridge.
* Avoid leaving open the refrigerator door unnecessarily and verifies that it is closed to prevent loss of cold.
* The centrifuge requires less energy than a dryer. Try to dry clothes outdoors taking advantage of sunlight instead of using the dryer.

The simple rules that extend the life of the bulbs. To extend the life of the bulbs and prevent them from melting so easily, clean them when they are lit. Advantage to scent the room that vaporizing the chamois use your favorite perfume. Also, when giving notice less light, change them immediately, since they spend more energy.

Those who miss a cozy home does not want to heat large rooms, or perhaps has stairways that can wear warm clothes in some way. Because with the rising energy prices is an expensive winter heating intense pleasure. Especially if the home has some hidden heat leaks.

Such gaps in the facade and building insulation, in addition to shutter devices, roof insulation and openings such as windows or doors, the glazing such. Who would have thought that modern high-tech glass allows heat to escape three times less than conventional single glass or insulated glass. Because high-tech glass less temperature leads, it saves you money in the long term.

This transparent insulation reduces energy costs and costs about the glass. The heat loss is reduced by about 60 percent and that’s saying something. The change to hot glass is intact with window frames already possible in a day and has a positive effect on the energy requirements of house or apartment – even in old buildings. The new discs not only reduce the heating costs, evaluate the property simultaneously. For the energy efficiency of buildings is visible from 2006 onwards in the new energy certificate. It shows tenants and buyers with which expenditure on heating, they have expected. Energy Spin will find hardly any buyers.

Not enough arguments for switching to clean windows ? Then, the homeowner should be aware that the cost of natural gas and district heating have risen significantly. But the heating oil in October 2005 with about 65 € per 100 liters by a third more expensive than the year before. Vast amounts of heat energy in smoke every winter, for about 26 million housing units are not seen on the energetic state of the art. Renames it differently alone 500 million square meters are glazed window area, or simply equipped with a standard insulation. If these areas converted with a little effort, had not only the owners good laugh, but also the environment and nature.

Sun protection rather than frustrations heat:

In the pitched roof is preserved with the right insulation and appropriate sun protection products , even in summer cool. Who lives under the roof, will appreciate the perception that there pleasant temperatures – especially in the summer months: no effective protection can be the hot sun, the thermometer in the rooms below into the air, climb the bedroom, living room or nursery transformed into the purest sauna. Good for those who took precautions, the experts know, the leading online portal around the topic roof: With the proper insulation and shading can be reliable even in high summer relaxing hours spent under the roof – whether during the night, when Play or the PC.

Insulation stops the heat:

A high quality roof insulation ensures year-round comfortable climate in the slope. Where: What protects against cold, also keeps away the heat. Insulation glass wool, rock wool and ultimate provide in the summer for an excellent insulating effect : the temperature heats up during the day to not unpleasant, because the reduced heat flow from the roof into the interior to a minimum – thanks to current insulation thickness. Very adaptable clamping felt glass wool for fixing between or among the Rafter. They are easy to handle and can be processed as quickly as in the subsequent expansion and waste- free with new buildings.

Another effective alternative is a roof insulation that is made of polyurethane foam – a new high -performance insulation material. Thus, when thermal free installation technology, optimum insulation performance and high load capacity very low insulation thickness possible. Last but not least is increased by the usable space in the attic, so the experts. Apart from the heat protection is a high quality roof insulation also meets the highest standards of fire and Acoustic.

Sweet ( day) dream with awning and shade:

In addition to good insulation exterior solar protection products offer comprehensive protection against summer heat. Heat resistant shutters or blinds to stop the hot sun, before they take on the window glass, and get to the disc shown a heat reduction of up to 95 or 90 percent. Thus, the interior heated to too much. The question of the use of space makes the decision for one of two solutions : ideal for the bedroom, for example, a shutter very good, because it helps keep heat and noise outside during the day and makes provision for a complete blackout.

Awnings are ideal for rooms on the other hand, the one used during the day. Thanks to the net-like high- tech material, they are translucent and allow the view to the outside while they keep the sunlight from the window – and the heat from the attic. The installation of the awnings that meet even with the window open their purpose is, from within. In addition, the combination with other products without problems : For added privacy protection provide decorative blinds, pleated blinds or Venetian blinds. Peace from mosquitoes mosquito blinds offer by a light-and air-permeable fiber shade before the open skylight.

With three main components – IP Video Door Station, IP video station, IP switching device – can the tasks of building communication solve easy and secure. The system also facilitates planning and installation. The necessary IP technology is fully integrated directly into the products. A functional Ethernet network is sufficient for operation.

Great picture and sound quality:

All data streams running at digitized, allowing even with a standard network structure, a broad transmission rate with high image and sound quality. Limiting effect here but the quality of the network. therefore Ritto requires, as network standard a minimum CAT 5 with 100 Mbit / s. The basis of the digitized data streams are the standard TCP / IP and UDP. For maximum future safety, the implementation of the latest standards such as the network protocol SIP for voice connections, the video coding standard H.263 and MPEG-4 compression for high picture and sound quality at low network load.



Security at all levels:

Three different color cameras – with a fixed , electrically switchable or mechanically adjustable coverage – stand for the equipment of Ritto IP video door station. The total coverage of the mechanically adjustable camera is horizontal at 150 º and 90 º vertically. Outwardly indistinguishable from the known TwinBus systems, provides the IP video door station a few safety features. At the network level, there are more options for security. Ritto IP switching equipment accept only designed to encrypted commands from other Ritto IP devices. All safety features are protected by an individually adjusted four-digit PIN.


Matched components:

The reduced number of components and by the practical development, installation and commissioning are straightforward. The installation of the substation can be implemented with only a few steps. The display of the IP video station provides clear images in brilliant color images. The operation is simple and intuitive. The whole system is easily configured with the setup software. All components and functions are fully programmable via the software and configured.

Intelligent control:

The condition is that the landlord during the planning or major renovation of his house for a KNX / EIB system decides. First, this is nothing but a green wire, which together with the electrical power supply Shine relocated will be. The intelligence will be added later: It’s in the control devices that replace conventional switches and commands send – for example on the control controller of the Radiator and window contacts.

Intelligent Energy Management:

The technique is to use reliable and easy and provides an energy management system that is geared to the needs of residents. Thus create some for each space individual time profiles. They themselves decide when, to where and how be heated a long and ventilated. If nobody is at home, can be put the entire building with one touch in a stand -by mode. Heating and ventilation will be turned down automatically . Devices and lamps which were started accidentally be turned off – only the freezer is at the net. Unnecessary energy consumption can be avoided like that. The absence during vacation periods can schedule be easily. The Gira home server that allows the people even from outside intervention in the home automation. late you are, you share this art just a mobile phone with – goes up the heat accordingly later .



Programs available at any time:

All programs stored can be retrieved manually or – if they run automatically – any time personal preferences are aligned. These have a light finger pressure is enough to one of the touch sensors that can be integrated into various switch ranges.


Access to the install bus system is also possible via the Gira screen kiosk touch or large Gira / Proface Server Client 15th The advantage here is that the building can be visualized and controlled more easily. Even stored in the Gira home server programs that control the House automatically, can easily change, adapt to new needs or desires, and even expand functional – without walls be ripped up and new lines must be drawn.

Alarm systems are those that protect us not only when we are out of our homes or homes, but also within them, with this type of security system detected the presence of strangers around our home, allowing us to take shelter in advance and to alert the police to avoid exposing our lives together with our families. Criminals often have a sixth sense for the theft, many are expectant when it comes to finding an empty house to break, the idea of leaving our home for the holidays, forcing us to take precautions, including installing an alarm system. Although alarm systems do not make the houses are inviolable, if we provide greater security and confidence, as well as expert studies, it is shown that the likelihood of offenders entering houses are protected with an electronic system security, is three times lower than in those without any alarm.

The market today offers a wide range of alarm systems, the existence of the various models due to growing demand from individuals, in fact, the installation of such systems has become commonplace in single-family housing type for the great interest aroused in this type of construction among thieves. As mentioned previously, burglar alarms come in several models and different prices, the choice of the alarm system for our home should be based on the level of security we want for our house, and also in the economic potential of the user.

Alarm System Types:

Most of the world’s population distinguishes between two kinds of alarm systems, which is connected to a central and not have this type of connection, the latter system is the most basic but covers all the needs of inhabited houses continuously located in an urban center. The operation of this kind of alarm is very simple, is simply to make a sound when a stranger tries to access to housing in a violent manner, thus achieving scare off the intruder and call the attention of the neighbors to alert police.

Although these basic systems provide us with adequate protection, the most effective alarm systems are those that are connected to a platform of alarms, due to warning signals sent to a private security agency or local police station. As we prepare to hire a surveillance system with a security company if the alarm goes off in our home, once the device is brought into contact with the plant, which will send the police or his own team of vigilantes to hit home .

These alarm systems are very successful especially in homes with gardens in isolated houses or just those that are unoccupied for long periods of time. Within this basic classification we have just read, alarm systems will differentiate into several types depending on the components which integrate, in this way, the market is offering a series of devices that optimize the operation of alarms, including our : sensors for doors and windows. They are small magnetic switches attached to doors and windows that are responsible for detecting the entry of criminals in their homes and when that happens, the sensor sends a radio frequency signal to a preset safety equipment. We also have known famously as motion sensors, they act before activating motion detection and audio visual alarms, its main feature or benefit is the ease of installation because the components are cordless.

Accessories Alarm Systems:

Continuing with the accessories of alarm systems, we find the sound sensors, devices that are triggered by the capture of sounds such as a sharp blow or breakage of objects or glass. Infrared sensors have a more complex, they detected the presence of strangers by body heat given off, then activating the alarm. Finally, we must add, it is necessary to review the installation of alarm systems at least once a year, also recommends a system to facilitate the disconnection in cases of false alarms, like tamper system to avoid major repairs must alarm by people who are outside our house.

* Trade in your old monitor for one screen LCD flat. These modern monitors consume only one third of the electricity they use larger monitors and tubes. The same can be applied to television. The flat screen LCD consume half the energy than plasma or old tube televisions.

* Get local fruits and vegetables and organic. Organic foods avoid the use of polluting fertilizers and are also much healthier. You can help the local agricultural industry if you buy at fairs in your city.

* Use organic paints. We had seen earlier that ecological paints produce fewer toxic effects on the environment and health of persons that common paints.

* Use bulbs or low energy lamps. They are a bit more expensive than traditional, but you’ll be amazed to find that one bulb can last you years without change.

* Learn to recycle. It is important to separate the organic waste of paper, cans, plastic or glass. In many countries the same companies deliver waste bags in different colors for families to separate their waste and to recycle some items.

* If you garden, you can avoid using pesticides polluting the environment. How? Inviting the birds to also live there. Build birdhouses to attract them and they alone are responsible for feeding on these insects that bother you so much.

You see, there are several ways to help care for the environment at home and without much effort. It’s about commitment.

I have my LCD wall mounted using just one of these brackets, but the truth is that if we decorate our living room a little something we could look further into the game with the rest of the elements. That is why today we released a very interesting foot support and really comes to give life to the space we will place the LCD and our DVD player.



As can be seen in photography enables us to produce a special space to set up our media center and a very simple way to have modern furniture and unique design . In white or black , this piece stand is an excellent choice.

How to clean LCD:

We know that for several months the LCD screen or also known as LCD, Are becoming increasingly popular . We can find these monitors or TVs in different sizes and the interesting thing is that besides having an incredible image have a beautiful design , fine and elegant to help us decorate our rooms.

If you already have one , surely know that they get dirty pretty fast. Not because they are especially dust magnets , but if it is true that the land on screen immediately noticeable due to their dark color . In addition, the fingerprints are still there and costs if not remove them keep it clean daily.

For all this we would like to share a special Cuidomicompu in which we can know the correct method in accordance with these specialists to keep our LCD monitor clean and in perfect condition. Under the slogan, ” Take care of your investment, ” the specialist tells us and shows step by step the right way to do cleaning and not damage the screen.

Surely if your home is small in size but you are looking for small items that will provide different solutions within the same product, then this new kitchen can be of your interest.

The space saving is very important at this time, because due to the large number of buildings , households are becoming smaller and the user needs more and more, then save space by multifunction products is a key that most companies are taking into account when designing.

Today we will highlight this kitchen calledA la carte kitchen system” which is simply ideal for those who like to move furniture always finding a different distribution. It is independent boxes can be unified by creating a single block or distributed by the environment in the way we like.