Beckhoff TwinCAT Building Automation
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| Fact | Beckhoff TwinCAT Building Automation | Switch Automation |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1980 | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Verl, Germany | Denver, Colorado, United States |
| Protocols | TwinCAT supports protocols including BACnet and DALI-2 for communication with building subsystems and devices. | Listed protocols include BACnet/IP, Modbus, OPC-UA, oBix, MQTT, SNMP, REST API, and webhooks. |
| Purpose | TwinCAT Building Automation TF8040 is a software package for energy-efficient building operation and building automation applications. | Switch Automation connects building systems, unifies building data, and supports analytics and automation for building operations. |
| Support | Beckhoff says it provides technical support in more than 75 countries, including help by phone, email, or remote access, in local languages. | Portfolio Benchmarking lists ongoing monthly support and access to on-demand domain expertise among its included services. |
Beckhoff TwinCAT Building Automation plans
- TwinCAT 3 Building Automation TF8040Priced on request
Switch Automation plans
- Portfolio BenchmarkingFree
Pick Beckhoff TwinCAT Building Automation if…
It suits system integrators and building operators implementing HVAC, lighting, alarm, and environmental controls. It is intended for on-premise projects needing industrial protocols, analytics, and engineering tools.
Pick Switch Automation if…
Switch Automation suits building owners, operators, and facilities teams seeking to connect building systems and monitor operations across sites. Its portfolio tools are relevant to organizations comparing utility trends and overseeing large property portfolios.