BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
The building management systems (BMS) market is evolving fast, with IoT solutions becoming the new standard.
Facilities managers and property owners now expect smarter systems—enhancing security, automating environmental controls, and maximizing efficiency. Real-time video surveillance strengthens monitoring, while smart thermostats and automated lighting drive energy savings.
For manufacturers, integrating AI, big data analytics, and mobile technology comes with challenges. But those who deliver cost-effective BMS solutions with standout software will shape the future of smart building management.
Application - Building Management
At TRIA, we redefine building security and automation with advanced IoT solutions. From smart thermostats and security cameras to fire safety systems and automated lighting, our technologies turn facilities into efficient, secure, and intelligent spaces.
By embedding intelligence into everyday infrastructure, we help drive business value, maximize energy efficiency, and bring innovations to market—turning your visionary concepts into reality.
General Requirements for Building Automation
- Small form factor for HMIs and building controllers
- Competitive pricing
- Long-term reliability (15–20 years of use after installation)
- Longevity > 10 Years
- Support and service for an extended period after production ends
- Production design is key
- Shift from MCUs to low-level MPUs (IoT connectivity, larger displays, etc.)
- More advanced user interfaces (Typical display sizes: 4”, 5”, 7”, and 10.1”)
- Application software as a key differentiator
CPU Building Blocks - Building Management
Typical CPU Platforms for applications at Building Management
MSC OSM-MF-IMX8MINI/Nano (NXP® Arm® Cortex® -A53)
- Solo/Dual/Quad core
- Arm Cortex-A53
- Multimedia 2D/3D GPU (VPU Mini only)
- MIPI-DSI x4, PCI Express Gen. 2 (Mini only)
- 2x USB 2.0, GBE
MSC OSM-SF-IMX93 (NXP® Arm® Cortex® -A55)
- Single / Dual core Arm Cortex-A55 CPU up to 1.7GHz
- MIPI-DSI x4 / LVDS (optional on RGB)
- 2x Gigabit Ethernet (RGMII)
- 2x SPI, 4x I²C, 4x UART, 20 GPIOs, 2x ADC inputs
A complete Computer-on-Module functions as a ready-to-use macro, easily integrated into a fully custom board design.
This dramatically shortens development time for customer-specific boards, accelerating time-to-market with a proven, fully supported solution—including software and firmware.
Custom board and software solutions for HVAC
- Carrier board
- Custom ARM SBC
- Custom BSP / BIOS
- OS and application software support
Standard Compute Module
Standard Compute Module on Baseboard / Carrierboard
Compute module technology into full-custom compute design
Building Management - Typical HW Concept
Typical Block Diagram “Building Management”
Display Innovation for Building Management
Avnet’s ecosystem includes all major Tier 1 display manufacturers.
Custom displays are the new standard—most AvE projects require a full-stack approach, integrating display, touch, and an application-specific cover lens (glass) in a bonded solution.
With engineering and R&D based in Germany, and partnerships with leading touch, touch driver, and second-tier display integrators, we deliver the best solution for your application.
Standardized display touch platforms like SimpleFlex ensure faster time-to-market.
Typical Display – Touch Requirements
Display size: 5“ – 10,1“ depending on UI and function
Display type:TFT normally black
Brightness:Brightness of 300 – 450 cd/m² for indoor use
Touch:PCAP
Cover lens:AG / AR / AF Coating
Bonding:Typical air gap / optical bonding (OCA / OCR)
Temp. (op): Standard temperature range of -20 to + 70°C
Longevity:5+ Years
HMI for Home Automation
Customer’s Requirements
With intelligent, future-focused solutions for networked building control, our customer aims to set new standards and requires HMI systems that ensure user-friendly operation while serving as the control center for KNX components in smart homes.
Our Solution
Design and manufacturing of custom HMI systems, including:
- ARM based custom CPU board
- 7″ full custom display touch stack
- Custom plastic housing aligned with the customer’s design language
The Result
At TRIA, complex CPU cores, display, and system solutions are in our DNA. Leveraging our existing building blocks, we met demanding requirements through detailed requirements management—working in close collaboration with the customer to deliver the perfect solution.
