University Campus Utilisation and Air Quality Monitoring

A UK University required a system to monitor people traffic across two campuses, integrating this data with their Power BI platform. The focus was on identifying high and low usage areas for efficient space management, including bathroom cleaning schedules. This need became more pronounced with the inclusion of CO2 and air quality monitoring during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“UK University Boosts Facilities Management with IAConnects Advanced Monitoring”

– Dave Lister, MD IAconnects

Tracking people flow and air quality in common areas

The University’s Facilities Management (FM) team lacked a mechanism to track people flow and air quality in common areas, causing issues in space management and regularity of bathroom cleaning.

The pandemic escalated the need for precise monitoring of CO2 levels and reduced people traffic to keep the facilities operational and safe.

Software and Hardware

• IA-SEE IoT Edge Gateway: Central component for local data processing, providing a secure and efficient way to handle data from sensors.
• EnOcean Connector: Facilitates seamless integration of wireless sensors with the IoT gateway.
• IA-SEE Cloud: Cloud-based platform for data aggregation and advanced analysis.
• PoE People Counters: Used to count individuals in common areas, vital for understanding space utilisation.
• Wi-Fi Indoor Air Quality Monitors: Monitors air quality parameters including CO2 levels, essential during the pandemic.
• 2.2” Smart Display Screens: Provides real-time information on space availability and cleaning schedules.
• EnOcean Magnetic Door Contacts: Tracks usage of accessible bathrooms, improving facility management.
• Power BI Platform: For visualisation, in-depth analysis, and reporting of the collected data, aiding in strategic decision-making.

Real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making

IAconnects developed a comprehensive solution comprising PoE people counters, smart display screens for bathrooms, and indoor air quality monitors. This multi-protocol approach, integrated with the university’s Power BI platform via IAconnects software, facilitated real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making.

The solution empowered the university with real-time insights into people traffic and air quality. This led to efficient space utilisation, timely cleaning schedules, and enhanced safety during the pandemic. Continuous data processing and analysis via Power BI supported strategic facilities management.

If you are a university looking to modernise your campus management systems with similar smart solutions, IAconnects offers customised, data-driven approaches.

Reach out to us to explore how we can help enhance your campus facilities and management.