Building automation for laboratories & research facilities: Precision and safety for the highest demands
Reliable control for stable conditions in sensitive working environments.
Automation for maximum control in research and development
Laboratories and research facilities place particularly high demands on the technical building equipment. Precise climate control, reliable energy supply, exact air flow and compliance with normative specifications are crucial for the quality and safety of research work. Modern building automation is not only supportive here, but essential.Building automation systems ensure the precise control of temperature, humidity and air pressure in laboratories - essential for stable test environments and compliance with legal standards such as DIN EN 14175 (for fume cupboards). Overpressure controls, special ventilation concepts, safety shutdowns and the connection of monitoring systems ensure an all-round safe research environment.
In addition, the central visualization and control of all systems - including lighting, shading, HVAC and access systems - enables efficient operation and rapid response in the event of a fault. Potential energy savings are thus exploited in a targeted manner without compromising on operational safety.
In research facilities such as university laboratories, pharmaceutical and chemical laboratories, biotechnology centers and technical and medical testing institutes, modern building automation ensures precise control of the indoor climate, air purity and energy supply - for stable test conditions, high safety and maximum efficiency in research operations.
Controlled room climate for reproducible results
Precise control of temperature, humidity and air pressure allows constant conditions to be created - essential for meaningful test results.
Security concepts at the highest level
Building automation enables the integration of fume cupboards, gas warning systems and safety shutdowns to reliably protect employees and systems.
Typical building types
- Schools, universities & educational centers
- Administration buildings & town halls
- Sports halls, cultural & leisure facilities
- Public infrastructure & transportation buildings
- Hotels, commercial & office buildings
- Healthcare buildings such as clinics
Typical standards & guidelines
- GEG 2024 - Building Efficiency Act
- VDI 3814 - Building automation
- DIN EN ISO 16484 - Building automation systems
- HOAI - Service phases 1-9 for specialist planning
- DIN EN 15232 Energy efficiency
- ISO 50001 Energy management systems
- DIN V 18599 Energy assessment
- IEC 62443 IT security in building automation
Typical automation systems
- Siemens
- Wago
- Phönix
- Beckhoff
- Kieback&Peter
- Sauter
- Johnson Controls
Scope of services & standards
- Building automation KG480 DIN 276
- Specialized planning HOAI service phase 1-9
- Client representation
- Commissioning management
- EMSR planning and instrumentation
- Planning with WSCAD Building Automation
Typical communication protocols
- BACnet IP according to ISO 16484-5
- BACnet MS/TP RS485
- Modbus RTU RS485
- Modbus TCP Ethernet
- KNX ISO/IEC 14543-3 Twisted pair
- M-Bus / wM-Bus
- MQTT for IoT solutions
- UPC UA manufacturer-independent communication
- SMI
- DALI IEC 62386 Lighting control
- EnOcean ISO/IEC 14543-3-10 radio protocol
- LoRaWAN Long Range Wide Area Network radio protocol
Typical integrations
- Modbus RTU for heating and ventilation control
- M-Bus for recording consumption data
- OPC UA for integration into higher-level systems
- BACnet IP as manufacturer-neutral communication to decentralized systems
Trade interface management
Coordination between HVAC technology, electrical installation and IT systems to avoid compatibility problems.
Error management
We identify and rectify configuration errors to ensure trouble-free operation.
Commissioning & training
We train facility management to use building automation efficiently and smoothly.
Time management for construction phases
Coordination of MSR integration with other trades, ensuring just-in-time deliveries for sensors, control units and automation components.
System integration & test runs
Performance of functional tests for all networked systems, acceptance testing in accordance with DIN EN ISO 16484 and validation of the I&C systems.
Coordination in the implementation phase
During the implementation of construction measures, various manufacturers, installers and planning companies work together. MSR-Innovations ensures the coordination of all parties and smooth processing.
Building accessibility & installation
Examination of routing options for cable routes, interface integration into existing structures and placement of control cabinets for optimum ease of maintenance.
Conversion during ongoing operations
Conversion or expansion of plants during operation sometimes entails increased planning efforts and replacement measures. Control or energy supply components have to be replaced temporarily, or ongoing operation has to be specially coordinated at times.
Interface management
A building automation project can become very complex due to the numerous interfaces to the trades involved in the project. Thanks to our cross-trade solution approach, the interfaces are already defined in service phase 2.
System identification key
The system identification key (SIK) or user address key (UAK) forms the basis for the planning of the technical building equipment as well as for the subsequent operation of the systems or building. The focus must therefore be on integrating the SIK or UAK at an early stage. These specifications must be fully taken into account by all planners involved in the project from service phase 2 onwards.
Compatibility of the components
The complexity of an energy system is high. We work with a large number of manufacturers for various components in order to develop an optimum overall system from the best individual modules on the market. The interfaces between the different units pose a challenge that we can solve effectively by integrating the higher-level energy management system.
Conversion and modernization of existing systems
When rebuilding existing equipment, various friction points can occur. Are the new components compatible with the old ones? Does it make sense to completely renew parts of the plant? What software is used? It is important to carry out a detailed inventory and to sound out the possibilities.
Architects
I&C planning integrates seamlessly into the building concept and meets design and efficiency requirements.
Builders
Smart building automation ensures low operating costs, comfort and sustainable efficiency.
Property developer
Efficient I&C solutions optimize construction and operating costs, are scalable and conform to standards
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Smart building automation for a laboratory building at Modellfabrik Papier in Düren
Building automation
Building automation has accompanied me since the beginning of my professional career. In numerous projects, we were able to build up a deep know-how that benefits our customers today.
Rainer Herold
Managing Director
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