Smart homes made simpler with energy harvesting switches

Energy harvesting wireless switches from ZF are simple and effective to use, and can be installed without cables or batteries. Their switches offer simple installation and connectivity in new buildings, old buildings, renovated properties and industrial applications. With the energy harvesting multi­pushbutton module ‘smart-age’ switching has become a reality. Lighting, heating and ventilation, door opening, alarms and hi-tech systems can all be connected without cabling. The switches offer system designers and architects simple and aesthetically pleasing installation even on surfaces including glass, wood, or concrete. With the multi­pushbutton module the company has eliminated the need for embedding cables in walls or the use of cable trunking and external power requirements. Their ‘energy harvesting’ product range is unsurpassed for ease of installation and connectivity and offers the flexibility to easily relocate switch positions without expensive re-cabling. Their switches can be supplied as simple to install complete systems or in a number of component forms for OEM system integration and support a wide range of wireless standards including ZF proprietary, ZigBee, GreenPower, KNX or customer specific protocols if required. The multi­pushbutton switch module is as flexible as its user, adapting easily to any living or control requirement. A unique benefit of the simple configuration of the switches allows users to turn a light on and off one day and change the function to become a door opener on another. Users can decide what function the switch will perform and where it will be positioned in a building and change it at any later time with minimum effort. Home décor, office or factory layout can be designed without worrying about where to position control switches as they can be relocated at any time as required without damage to the fabric of the building. Multifunction systems to dim lights, control blinds or heating systems can be preconfigured from a single switch, located in the most convenient place for the user.