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SMARTER BUILDING

Create smarter
Architecture for today
and tomorrow
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The world is
getting smarter

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The world is constantly changing, and
with it so are the needs of the people.
Digital, intelligent, and flexible building
solutions are in greater demand than
ever before and need to be factored into
modern building design from the start.
ABB is at the forefront of this change and
is actively developing a range of smarter
systems for homes and buildings with
both designer and occupants in mind

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new.abb.com/buildings
Integration of
flexible supply
and demand Digitalization
Solar and EV markets will experience 50 billion networked devices
fast growth over the next 20 years will be in use worldwide by 2022

Urbanization
70% of the world’s population
will live in cities by 2050
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Tomorrow’s buildings need to be
more than just showpieces for
unique ideas and plans. They
should work together to create
smarter, safer, and more efficient
cities, built around intelligent
infrastructures – that’s what ABB
believes anyway. If you agree,
come and discover our modern,
intelligent systems, and see how
they place a world of design and
functionality directly at your
fingertips.
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Table of contents

006 – 015 Solutions

016 – 025 Design

026 – 029 Switches

030 – 041 Systems

042 – 043 References
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Solutions for every need
ABB Eco System
The great thing about digital solutions
is that when done properly, they should
all work hand in hand to simplify and
improve the lives of those using them.

The demand for digital solutions in

modern buildings is greater than ever.
ABB brings all functions and solutions
seamlessly together under one roof,
whatever the size of the building.
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Heating Blinds

Climate Lighting

Door
communication
HVAC

Energy Indoor
distribution safety

Energy Outdoor
management safety

ABB
Eco System
EV charging Control

Open
Energy
platform
production

Commercial Infrastructure

Residential

ABB Eco System ABB AbilityTM

All ABB’s building solutions and systems Controlling and planning smart
work hand in hand with each other buildings is now easier than ever: ABB
and fall within the ABB Eco System. bundles its digital services for homes
Together they provide a holistic answer and buildings in the MyBuildings portal
to modern building management. under the ABB Ability umbrella. The
online portal gives you access to many
This also incorporates the cloud-based, of ABBʼs tools and services that you
cross-industry, digital system known can use for your individual needs.
as ABB Ability. You no longer need to be in the building
to control it. Thanks to state-of-the-art
technology, ABB Ability connects
people with their buildings in more
ways than ever before.
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Efficient climate control
in one smart system

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Buildings need holistic
and sustainable solutions
to meet cost and energy
efficiency targets

HVAC
ClimaECO – all HVAC functions in one
system. A significant step towards
increasing energy efficiency and
reducing operational costs, making
your building more economic,
sustainable, and comfortable.
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HVAC

Climate

Heating

— Blinds
HVAC automation
from room to
management level.

Modern buildings require smart

HVAC systems
Depending on geographical location
and weather conditions, HVAC can
represent 40-60 % of the energy
consumption of commercial buildings.
Taking intelligent control of HVAC
can produce significant energy cost
savings. ABB range of FLXeon BACnet/
IP automation control solutions deliver
powerful control, connectivity, and
visualization for intelligent buildings.

Blinds
The management of blinds can be
effectively integrated into building
and home automation. Open and close
blinds or adjust the lamella functions
fully automatically with timers, sensors,
and electric motors.
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Safety and security
go hand in hand

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Today´s networked
security systems make our
buildings safer for
everyone who uses them

Lighting
Lighting that thinks for itself. In offices,
hotels, and public buildings, light needs to
function reliably and safely: but only when
it’s actually needed. Lights switched on
unnecessarily means wasted energy and
money.

Lighting

Door
communication

Indoor
security

Outdoor
security
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Door communication
Modern buildings can now be equipped with
the ABB-Welcome door communication
system, providing users with maximum
levels of security and comfort.

Indoor and outdoor security

Modern-day technology and contemporary
design combine to deliver the ultimate in
peace of mind. Whether it’s protecting
from intruders, fire, or floods or simply
producing a greater feeling of indoor
comfort, systems such as ABB-secure@
home, Busch-Smoke alarm, Busch-
Presence detectors, and Busch-Watchdog
have got you covered.

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A state-of-the-art b
­ uilding
requires an equally
modern security system.
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Control and monitoring
from anywhere

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Technology that is about
simplifying our day-to-day
lives
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Control
Whether via a switch, a panel, or an
app for your smartphone or tablet – you
decide how you would like to control your
building. Blind, light, heating, air-
conditioning, and door communication
can be easily controlled in line with your
personal preferences. You can use all
functions individually or combine them
with each other. In other words, you
determine the type and number of
functions you want to intelligently
control yourself.

Open platform
Modern cloud architecture monitors
and optimizes the operational
processes of residential and office
buildings, industrial facilities, hotels,
shopping malls, and schools. You have
the option to plan ABB-Welcome,
ABB i-bus® KNX and ABB-free@home®
systems, and as well as to extend
system functionality with remote
access or voice control.

Control

Open
platform

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Your Smart Home can
be controlled via voice
command using Amazon
Alexa, Apple HomeKit,
or Google Home.
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Energy efficiency as a
future expectation

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Collecting and
monitoring energy and
consumption data is the
key to increasing energy
efficiency

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The Terra DC charging
station is suitable for
highway rest stops, gas
stations, car dealerships,
branches, and heavily
frequented inner-city
areas.

Energy production
Network and plant protection
solutions are developed specifically for
power generation plants. They detect
both over- and undervoltage as well as
changes in the network frequency.
They are used, for instance, in larger
photovoltaic and wind power plants.

Energy management and distribution

A solution that saves, analyzes, and
increases transparency: from light,
heating, and air-conditioning
consumption to the energy
management of a building from one
central point. This ensures intelligent
energy consumption and efficient
operational processes.
EV charging
Charging is the new refueling. Fast, easy,
and available everywhere – wherever you
are. With electromobility, you maintain
the flexibility you’ve come to expect.

Energy
distribution

Energy EV charging
management

Energy
production
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More than a question of taste
Design by ABB

Great design is fundamental to

providing people with exactly what
they need and desire in their lives.
As well as pleasing aesthetically, it
should also have a strong element
of functionality to help people make
the best possible use of their
surroundings.

ABB's attention to detail extends to

everything from the initial drawing
to the finishing touches, from the
smallest contact to the most
functional surface. All with a view to
creating something that leaves people
feeling inspired and in control.

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The IP touch 7” panel.
Designed to impress with
both its look and its feel.
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Architecture places
technology at the forefront

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Modern design needs to reflect
the ever-increasing role of
technology in today’s residential
and commercial buildings

ABB products are not only some of the

most technologically advanced on the
market, they’re also recognized for
being some of the most beautiful.
Whatever the shape, whatever the form,
ABB impresses with the diversity of its
designs and is continuously coming up
with fresh, new ideas that combine
design and functionality, enabling a
customer’s vision for their building to
come true time and time again.

An example is the award-winning

ABB RoomTouch® KNX display. Material
quality and precision are delivered
through its super slim 11 mm design in
combination with a sleek metal frame
and high-quality glass panel, which is
available in stylish black or white color
finishes.

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ABB has been recognized
on numerous occasions
for achievements in
innovation and design.

Focus Open
2009
Internationaler Designpreis
Baden-Württemberg
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Clean-lined, minimalistic, functional.

ABB values technology and design
equally and its touch displays are a
prime example of this.

The latest technology is fundamental to

improving building efficiency and security
but means nothing if the design fails to
inspire. ABB movement detectors are an
example of how state-of-the-art technology
and design work beautifully hand in hand.
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Function in its
most beautiful form

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Maximum functionality and a —
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personal touch: with intelligent

control elements for buildings
that are as individual as their
occupants. ABB sets standards
in designing products that
blend seamlessly into every kind
of interior

State-of-the-art control panels are

designed to fit perfectly into a room’s
design without stealing attention from
the overall look and feel.

The right solution for every requirement

With a wide range of well thought-out
products, optimal door communication
can be achieved for any type of building
thanks to 2-wire bus technology for easy
installation, coupled with high-quality,
carefully coordinated materials. This
makes ABB-Welcome suitable for
both initial use in new buildings and
for subsequent integration during
modernization of any type of property.

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01 ABB-Welcome outdoor video station
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02 Busch-SmartTouch® 7"
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03 Busch-Icelight®
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04 ABB tacteo® KNX sensor
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05 ABB RoomTouch®
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06 Busch-Radio BTconnect DAB+,
future® linear

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Switches for every kind
of building design
Outstandingly consistent
At ABB we attach great importance to
the details. Such as a switch’s shape or
feel, its surface or acoustics, its color
or material. And it’s the range of these
details that means we can now offer an
extensive portfolio of switches to suit
every type of personality and every style
of building.

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We take switches from
being a necessary after-
thought and turn them into
a fundamental part of a
room or building’s design.

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Unwaveringly stylish
and consistent in form,
material, and design:
pure stainless steel
offers 100 % quality
and durability.
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Light creates atmosphere

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For us, the beauty of light
begins with the design of the
light switch.

For individualists who prefer unique

pieces, the carat® light switch range
now also offers genuine porcelain. The
noble look of porcelain anthracite blends
harmoniously and d ­ iscreetly into stylish
interior designs.
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Genuine high-quality materials
for individualists

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Individualism is becoming
ever more important, and the
desire for a home that reflects
personality is increasing.

The modified Busch-axcent® pur range

does justice to this desire: with new
materials of even higher quality and
individuality as well as colors in
combination with the usual puristic
optics of Busch-axcent®.

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09 10

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01 02 03 11 12

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04 05 06

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01 glass coral/studio white matt 09 slate grey /black matt
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02 glass avocado/studio white matt 10 concrete grey/black matt
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03 glass purple/ studio white matt 11 paper blue/black matt
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04 glass oyster/studio white matt 12 paper brown/black matt
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05 glass ocean/studio white matt
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06 glass sun/studio white matt
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Diversity of choice
to support every vision

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A range of switches and sockets 01

that put the finishing touches

to design-oriented hotels,
offices, hospitals, and other
public and residential buildings

Your vision and ideas shouldn’t be

held back by switches and sockets
that stand out for all the wrong
reasons. That’s why ours come in a 02
range of shapes, colors and finishes
to complement every kind of room
and building design imaginable.

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Timeless design and
modern functionality
create individual living
ideas.

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04 10

07

05 11

08

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06 01 Impressivo 07 Sky Niessen
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02 carat® 08 solo®
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03 pure stainless steel 09 Swing®L
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04 Zenit 10 basic55®
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05 Busch-Dynasty® 11 future® linear
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06 Busch-axcent® /
Busch-axcent® pur
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Design light switches to cater for
the needs of modern living spaces

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The world has changed, interior
design has evolved, and ABB has
responded by providing new options
to cater for the needs of modern
living spaces. Quality, sophistication,
and exclusivity have defined ABB’s
signature ranges for years. Control,
functionality and convenience that
will always fit the desired look and
feel of the building.

Marble, glass, and metal have given way

to new design trends where warmer
colors inspired by natural elements such
as coffee beans, earth or sand evoke a
greater sense of well-being. — The two
new Millenium colors Mocha Brown and
Dune Sand are inspired by these familiar —
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elements to bring a warm feeling to the
interior design of contemporary spaces.

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01 dune sand
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02 mocha brown
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Simplicity for
01 02
timeless design

The ABB offering appeals to different

needs and has evolved to provide simple
design that perfectly complements any
home and commercial building interiors.
With its functional simplicity Inora
range of light switches and wiring
accessories creates a timeless aesthetic:
your first choice for simple and elegant
interior spaces.
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03 04

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01 white
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02 classic grey - G
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03 starry black - 885
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04 royal gold - PG
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Ultimate functionality
has never looked this good

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Building control is easier than
ever thanks to a wide variety of
functions that offer simplicity
through the latest technology

3 4
2 5
1 6
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Besides smart solutions
ABB offers a wide range
of conventional solutions
to control an automated
building manually.

From light switches through blind

control to smartphone charging
stations: our wide design portfolio
offers you a comprehensive range of
functionality to meet all your require-
ments and ensure a stylish, uniform
appearance. The switch ranges are
particularly suitable for design-
oriented hotels, residential buildings,
offices, hospitals, and public buildings.
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Building intelligence powered
by smart technology
ABB building and home systems
Flexibility, efficiency, security.
Powering today’s and tomorrow’s
modern buildings requires more than
just creative ideas. ABB not only
understands what a smart building
should offer, it is also an expert in
knowing how to develop the
technology behind it.

Systems such as ABB-free@home®,

ABB-Welcome and ABB-secure@home
offer a comprehensive range of
solutions that ensure an ABB-powered
building reliably gives users a unique,
individual experience.

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Intelligent buildings
are powered by the
smartest technology.
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ABB i-bus® KNX

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Intelligent building solution for the
demands of today and tomorrow

ABB i-bus® KNX is based on the

international KNX standard. It is not
by chance that ABB plays a leading role
in the KNX Association. The fully
developed state-of-the-art technology
can be used universally and integrates
itself perfectly into all current
architectural and utilization concepts.

Global perfection
The ABB i-bus® KNX technology is used
every day throughout the world by
electrical planners, electrical installers,
— and system integrators. The concept is so
The ABB tacteo® KNX
sensor is a control
well thought out that the people in the
element that can be buildings are unaware that it is operating,
individually configured
for intelligent building
because all the components of the
control of high- technology bring about a fully functioning
end luxury hotels,
public buildings, and
unit from the first project step to running
apartment blocks. operation.

Benefits for suppliers

• Reliable planning
• Economic installation
• Fast integration
• Easy to start up
• Flexible extension
• Safe investment for the future
Changing technology Flexible planning for
If you desire total freedom in planning, • Lighting
look no further than ABB i-bus® KNX. • Air conditioning
The KNX standard even allows the • Shading
products to be selected independent • Safety
of manufacturer. The functions of the • Energy management
different trades are linked together, and • Operation
changes and extensions are possible • Automation
during the project – without new • Communication
planning or new cables. Existing systems
can also be adapted after many years.
Complex becomes simple.
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ABB-free@home®

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Home automation
easier than ever

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All Smart-Home-
capable devices from
Miele and Home Connect
can be integrated in
ABB-free@home®

ABB-free@home® is specially tailored

to meet the needs of smart residential
buildings and is excellently suited for
both new buildings as well as renovation
projects. Whether blinds, lights, heating,
air conditioning, or door communication,
it can all be easily controlled to suit your
personal preferences.

A perfect example: to change the

lighting mood, just tap on the touch
screen of your tablet or smartphone, or
use a simple voice command: the blinds
will move and the lights will change
color. You can use all functions
individually or combine them. In other
words, you determine the type and
number of functions you want to
intelligently control yourself. Plus, you
have the option of adding desired
additional functions at a later date.
Simply smarter – for the life you desire.

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When needing to change
the ambient features of
a room, simply adjust
the blinds, lighting, or
air conditioning from a
single, stylish wall panel.
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Simple control
from a single source

Via touch panels Via cloud

Panels can be configured with your With the aid of the app, you gain access
personal settings and control all to your Smart Home from anywhere.
functions in your living area from one Simply log in to the MyBuildings portal,
central location on the wall. The touch and then most functions can be checked
screen is easy and comfortable to and controlled on your smartphone or
operate by simply swiping or tapping. tablet via the cloud while traveling.

Via Smart Home switch Via voice control

The switch is the classic operating “Switch on the ceiling lamp in the living
mode to control your Smart Home. room.” The system answers: “Okay.
Available in a range of modern designs, The ceiling light has been switched on.”
our switches enhance every wall and The intelligent voice control feature lets
impress with their excellent surface you control all the functions in your home
feel and hard-wearing user interfaces. via voice command. Perfect when you
want to spend a few more minutes in bed.
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ABB-Welcome

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Open to any possibilities:
door communication systems
for homes or buildings

The front door is the gateway between

two worlds. It’s what separates and
protects living or working spaces on the
inside from the outside. The ABB-Welcome
door communication system creates
new possibilities of entry between
these two worlds. It takes care of both
comprehensive safety and greater
comfort, all revolving around the doors to
your home or building. Whether it’s a door
opener, door communication, light switch,
or video surveillance, ABB-Welcome offers
you a multitude of solutions you can
control via a panel on the wall, a tablet, or
with a smartphone. As well as a stand-
alone solution, ABB-Welcome can also be
combined with ABB-free@home® or
ABB i-bus® KNX.
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ABB-Welcome offers
you functions to make
door communication
comfortable: from the
bathroom, the couch,
or while out and about.

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The ABB-Welcome
product series is a
holistic system that
sets new standards,
fully complementing
the whole range.
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ABB-secure@home

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All-round protection both
indoors and outdoors

ABB-secure@home helps you keep

everything under control. The wireless
system protects residential buildings
and properties from burglary and theft,
but also from sources of danger such as
fire or water. It is easy to install, wonʼt
damage walls or floors, and can be easily
integrated into ABB-free@home®. In the
event of an alarm, for example, the lights
can be switched on and the blinds
raised. Total synergy – Smarter Home.
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Comfort in your hands

ABB-secure@home puts the power
of your anti-intrusion system
directly into your hands in the most
simple way possible: with a stylish
plug-and-play remote control. Five
keys are preconfigured but freely
reconfigurable based on user
preference. The most common
functions are assigned to the five
precon­f igured keys, to activate
internal and external alarm systems,
to deactivate all the anti-intrusion
zones, and to trigger a panic alarm.

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A flexible intrusion alarm
system that can be
adapted to any home.
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Customized for you

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For individual requirements

The new ABB tacteo® color range offers

a selection of current trends and adds
a colorful touch to customized interior
design. You can find the configurator
in the MyBuildings portal or at: tacteo-
configurator.my.abb-livingspace.com

For the clear designation of the

ABB Tenton® control elements a labelling
tool is available online with which you
can position any text and instructive
symbols individually for every product.
The respective size can be freely
selected from the recommended values.
Your entries are displayed the way they
will be seen later on the device. And this
optionally on a foil in matt black with
white text as well as aluminium silver or
studio white with black text.
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Frozen Music

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ABB in Architecture

ABB launched an inspirational Katrin Foerster, ABB’s International

architectural video series “Frozen Key Account Manager for Architects
Music”, named after the inspirational and the presenter of the videos, takes
phrase “architecture is frozen music”, the viewers around the world and
which was made popular by authors demonstrates how thoughtful design
such as Wolfgang von Goethe. and the use of technology creates a
smarter and more sustainable
The video series features innovative environment, whilst supporting our
buildings around the world and the lifestyles.
architects behind them. It explores
building design in the context of
location, impact, purpose and new
technologies.

“Architects play a significant role in the creation

of our habitats through building design,” said
Katrin Foerster, ABB’s International Key Account
Manager for Architects and the presenter of the
videos. “Each video focuses on a special
project and the creative mind behind it.
They will be of great interest to not only
architects and designers, but also
everyone who is interested in good design.
This will appeal to planners, developers,
hoteliers and everyone working in the
construction and design industry, both
clients and end-users.”

Don´t miss one of our episodes and visit

go.abb/frozenmusic
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References
We help these partners
achieve their vision

Blue Lagoon City Hotel

Located in the heart of Kos, the Blue
Lagoon City Hotel is the latest four-star
luxury hotel within the Blue Lagoon
Group. Its ultra-modern guestrooms
and suites provide guests with a
wealth of elegance in a modern, city-
feel ambience. Intelligent building
management is provided by ABB’s
tacteo® KNX Sensor – an individually
configurable control element that’s
designed with the management of
luxury hotels and other high-end
buildings in mind.

Location Kos, Greece

Architect Bios Architecture
Products ABB i-bus® KNX system,
ABB tacteo® KNX sensor range

Private Villa
For the owners of a monolith-design
weekend home near Heidelberg,
Germany, taking it easy has been
raised to the next level thanks to ABB.
They are able to control all their home
services such as blinds, lighting, and
heating from the elegant Busch-
ComfortTouch® control panel as well
as from the app on their tablet or
smartphone. Added peace of mind
comes from the integrated ABB-
Welcome system, which provides
even greater security and comfort.

Location Close to Heidelberg, Germany

Architect Thomas Fabrinsky
Products ABB i-bus® KNX system
Busch-ControlTouch® KNX
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Viettel Headquarter
Carlos Gerhard and his team from
Gensler designed the magnificent
new headquarters of Viettel in Hanoi,
Vietnam, bringing a completely new
optical and emotional experience both
to the working environment and to the
city itself - combined with technology
that will help lead Vietnam into a
cleaner and more sustainable future!

Location Hanoi, Vietnam

Architect Gensler
Products HVAC ACH580 drives,
System pro E power, Medium
Voltage Switchgear Unisec, Type
Tested Low Voltage Switchgear
and Dry Transformers

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Find more projects at
www.new.abb.com
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Busch-Jaeger Elektro GmbH

Freisenbergstraße 2
58513 Lüdenscheid
Germany

new.abb.com
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