Comfy Technical Specifications
Comfy Technical Specifications Comfy is a software solution that manages zone temperatures by leveraging occupant feedback, machine learning and Building Management System (BMS) connectivity. Comfy aggregates feedback via a carefully designed user interface and communicates with the BMS to allow for moderated adjustment of zone temperatures and airflow. By tuning each zone to demand, Comfy reduces conditioning where it’s not needed.
BMS Compatibility Comfy works over BACnet/IP, gathering and utilizing HVAC operations data to automatically adjust temperature setpoints. The Comfy software is built on a library of templates used to simplify
YOUR NETWORK
BMS integrations, and requires less than one day to program for a new building. We work with clients to install Comfy on their existing systems and have integrated with most all major BMS.
Data Storage and Security
HVAC System Compatibility
Comfy is provided as a hosted Internet
Comfy works best with Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems that are
connections only, meaning no ports
managed with Direct Digital Control (DDC) or other forced air or
need to be opened in the corporate
fast-responding systems. These systems allow Comfy to deliver
firewall; Comfy also supports Internet
two distinct functions:
access through an HTTP proxy server.
• A 10-minute “stream” of warm or cool air provided immediately upon a user request • Adjustments to temperature setpoints over time based on learned occupant preferences
service. The system uses outbound
If an instance of Comfy needs to be installed within a corporate firewall, our team will discuss options with both the on-site facilities and IT teams as this will add cost and time to installation.
360 17th St. Suite 204 | Oakland, CA | [email protected]
Installation Process In most configurations, a single piece of hardware is installed on the BACnet/IP network within the corporate network allowing for communication between Comfy and the BMS. Once installed, Building Robotics (“BR”) imports and configures the available BACnet points, and leveraging BR’s best-in-class techniques, quickly maps the controls network. The remainder of the installation process will typically occur off-site over 3-4 weeks, and involves just a few steps: • Customer provides floor plans and HVAC system zone maps to BR for use in building the custom Comfy User Interface • BR completes remote system commissioning to ensure a reliable connection with the BMS and the appropriate HVAC system response when Comfy is used • BR provides facilities team orientation on Comfy operations, default settings and Monitoring Interface • BR and customer prepare a launch day for occupants
Monitoring Interface The building engineering team and other interested real estate team members will be given access to the Comfy Monitoring Interface to access real-time information about who is using Comfy, where, and where small adjustments can be made to the functioning of Comfy. This is available as a password-protected website.
What We Need to Get Started • Information on the building mechanical systems (including drawings with HVAC systems & zoning) • BMS type and characteristics including controls points list; confirmation BMS is BACnet enabled • Floor plans for selected service area (vectorized pdf’s are preferred, or dwg upon verification) • Networked Access to the BMS and outgoing internet connectivity
360 360 17th 17th St. St. Suite Suite 204 204 | Oakland, Oakland,CA CA | | [email protected] [email protected]
BMS Compatibility Comfy works over BACnet/IP, gathering and utilizing HVAC operations data to automatically adjust temperature setpoints. The Comfy software is built on a library of templates used to simplify
YOUR NETWORK
BMS integrations, and requires less than one day to program for a new building. We work with clients to install Comfy on their existing systems and have integrated with most all major BMS.
Data Storage and Security
HVAC System Compatibility
Comfy is provided as a hosted Internet
Comfy works best with Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems that are
connections only, meaning no ports
managed with Direct Digital Control (DDC) or other forced air or
need to be opened in the corporate
fast-responding systems. These systems allow Comfy to deliver
firewall; Comfy also supports Internet
two distinct functions:
access through an HTTP proxy server.
• A 10-minute “stream” of warm or cool air provided immediately upon a user request • Adjustments to temperature setpoints over time based on learned occupant preferences
service. The system uses outbound
If an instance of Comfy needs to be installed within a corporate firewall, our team will discuss options with both the on-site facilities and IT teams as this will add cost and time to installation.
360 17th St. Suite 204 | Oakland, CA | [email protected]
Installation Process In most configurations, a single piece of hardware is installed on the BACnet/IP network within the corporate network allowing for communication between Comfy and the BMS. Once installed, Building Robotics (“BR”) imports and configures the available BACnet points, and leveraging BR’s best-in-class techniques, quickly maps the controls network. The remainder of the installation process will typically occur off-site over 3-4 weeks, and involves just a few steps: • Customer provides floor plans and HVAC system zone maps to BR for use in building the custom Comfy User Interface • BR completes remote system commissioning to ensure a reliable connection with the BMS and the appropriate HVAC system response when Comfy is used • BR provides facilities team orientation on Comfy operations, default settings and Monitoring Interface • BR and customer prepare a launch day for occupants
Monitoring Interface The building engineering team and other interested real estate team members will be given access to the Comfy Monitoring Interface to access real-time information about who is using Comfy, where, and where small adjustments can be made to the functioning of Comfy. This is available as a password-protected website.
What We Need to Get Started • Information on the building mechanical systems (including drawings with HVAC systems & zoning) • BMS type and characteristics including controls points list; confirmation BMS is BACnet enabled • Floor plans for selected service area (vectorized pdf’s are preferred, or dwg upon verification) • Networked Access to the BMS and outgoing internet connectivity
360 360 17th 17th St. St. Suite Suite 204 204 | Oakland, Oakland,CA CA | | [email protected] [email protected]
