ARISTA™ from Intermatic paves the way for happy tenants, lower utility costs
Leasing commercial office space is a lot like renting units in an apartment complex, according to Wendie Peters, owner of two suburban office buildings. At the end of the day, tenants just want a place they can call home.
But landing a new tenant (or keeping an existing tenant happy) isn’t always straightforward. The decision to sign or extend a lease can hinge on the smallest of details.
That’s why it was a no-brainer for Peters to upgrade one of her 1,200 sq. ft. office units with the ARISTA™ Advanced Lighting Control System. In her view, installing ARISTA was a cost-effective way to modernize her space while promoting energy-saving best practices.
Long-term tenant of the space, Pete Semenek, chairman of a regional non-profit organization, saw the benefits immediately.
“The month after Wendie installed ARISTA, our electric bill dropped by about 12%,” says Semenek. “I almost didn’t believe it because it was so drastic.”
In addition to a drop in monthly utility expenses, Semenek appreciated how lights turned on automatically in meeting rooms and common areas (and shut off automatically), giving him one less thing to worry about in his busy day.
“It took me a few weeks to get used to not having to turn the lights off. But now it’s great – I don’t even think about it,” says Semenek. “If I’m working late, the whole back of the office will be dim. I can go right from my office out the side door without re-triggering the lights.”
ARISTA Products
Room Controller
The “brain” of the ARISTA system, the Room Controller connects to the primary load, has wired or wireless inputs, drives schedules using a real-time clock, has adjustable light level settings, all accessible through the smart phone app via Bluetooth mesh technology.
Presence Sensors
Convenient and energy efficient, Presence Sensors reduce Energy Costs by ensuring lights are only on during occupancy. Presence sensors allow for either Automatic or Manual ON operation, and feature an Automatic OFF operation.
In-Wall Dimmer
Familiar to the touch, In-Wall Controls give occupants manual control of select features, including ON/OFF, dimming and countdown timers. Due to the wireless design, these switches can be used in single-pole, 3-way, or multi-way applications.
Daylight Harvester
Our Daylight Harvesting Sensors help building managers make the most of natural light while promoting occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
About Intermatic
With a rich company history spanning more than 125 years, Intermatic has grown into a global manufacturer of lighting control and energy management solutions for electrical, pool and spa, HVAC/R and OEM markets. Intermatic values ensure quality products, technical expertise and attentive service. The company provides solutions for facilities, municipalities, manufacturing, agriculture, commercial, residential and construction markets. For more information, please visit Intermatic.com.