Gigabit Wired Bridge VPN Router Now Available

The popular EIGR series of high-speed routers has been expanded to include a wired bridge VPN model which facilitates easier secure remote access, especially for BACnet systems without the need to setup any BBMDs.

The EIGR-VB high-speed router links two 10/100/1000 Mbps Internet Protocol (IPv4) networks—passing appropriate traffic while blocking all other traffic. One network is the local-area-network (LAN); the other is the wide-area-network (WAN). The built-in stateful firewall passes communication initiated on the LAN-side while blocking WAN-side initiated communication. With Port Address Translation (PAT), LAN-side clients can access the Internet. Network Address Translation (NAT) allows a one-to-one translation between LAN-side and WAN-side devices. With Port Forwarding, LAN-side devices can be accessed from the Internet. The EIGR-VB incorporates a four-port Ethernet switch for multiple LAN-side connections. An external Ethernet-based modem—cable or DSL—can be used to connect to the Internet. DSL modems connect via the PPPoE protocol.

Enhanced Functionality for BASgatewayLX
New firmware that provides enhanced security is available for the BASgatewayLX. The Modbus to BACnet gateway is a popular choice for systems integrators because of its ease-of-use and the availability of pre-defined profiles for devices like energy meters, boilers and chillers. Firmware 2.0.19 provides additional functionality and ease of use.


Dayton, NJ (June 15th, 2021) – Somfy, the world’s largest manufacturer of tubular motors for interior window coverings and exterior solar protections, today announces the launch of Somfy Power over Ethernet (PoE) Touch Panel Room Controller, a new-wave touch screen user interface that provides local room control of motorized shades, draperies and more. Ideal for high-end residential to commercial buildings such as hotel suites and conference rooms, the solution provides two-way control of motorized shades connected to PoE Gateways to maximize the end-user experience. 

Exciting News: My New Book "The Energy Switch" is Now Available to Pre-order.   You can always get it from large and well known retailers.  But why not support your local bookstores so they’ll be around to continue supporting your communities?  Here’s the link to a bookstore my mother started in 1989.  They'll ship it right out to you the day it’s published!

Do you want to know how to connect your phone with the Modbus RTU/RS485?

Here is the problem – there is no RS485 port on a phone. This is also true for most laptops.
In this case study, we illustrate a method for solving this problem using a $10 device as a solution.







OptiCORE™ small application controllers from OEMCtrl provide HVAC equipment manufacturers with a control solution that is compact, fully programmable, and able to integrate seamlessly with building automation systems. Suitable for heat pumps, small rooftop units, dedicated outdoor air units, and more, the OptiCORE SS-561TX, SS-683ETX, and SS-683TX small application controllers are the latest additions to the OptiCORE family, OEMCtrl’s current generation of flexible, scalable equipment controls.

Small Application ControllersOEMCtrl, which is part of Automated Logic, a provider of building management solutions, focuses on control solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Automated Logic is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global provider of building and cold chain solutions.