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Building Automation

Smarter Spaces with Secure, Connected & Efficient Automation

The accelerating convergence of energy regulations, smart infrastructure, and occupant expectations is driving a sharp rise in demand for intelligent building automation systems. Leveraging Renesas’ broad portfolio of MCUs, MPUs, motor control, connectivity modules, and edge AI capabilities, these enable seamless automation, real-time data processing, and intelligent decision-making for modern buildings.

Smarter Connectivity for Smarter Buildings

Deliver seamless, low-power wireless communication across building systems with our Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE) modules designed for long-range, multi-device interoperability. Support secure, real-time monitoring and control of lighting, HVAC, security, and access systems with cloud integration for predictive maintenance.

Precision Motor Control with Power Management

Achieve smoother, quieter motor operation and extended equipment life with high-performance MCUs that enable advanced control algorithms at higher clock speeds. This reduces vibration and noise in HVAC systems, pumps, and elevators. Integrated power factor correction (PFC) combined with motor control ensures optimal energy efficiency and reduced operational costs.

Security for Connected Building Systems

Protect building automation systems with MCUs featuring Arm® TrustZone® and Secure Crypto Engines for hardware-based encryption, authentication, and key storage. Support for secure boot, firmware updates, and TLS ensures data integrity across Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Secure element and industrial Ethernet enable trusted device-to-cloud communication.

Intuitive HMI & Advanced GUI

Deliver user-friendly interfaces for building automation with high-performance HMI platforms featuring vibrant graphics, multi-touch capability, and responsive interaction. Renesas supports both touch and touchless control for elevators, access systems, and dashboards. Integrated graphics accelerators, scalable MCUs, MPUs, and robust connectivity enable seamless cloud and mobile integration

Building Automation Applications

Smarter Buildings with Reality AI

Smarter Buildings with Reality AI

Building automation systems generate massive sensor data, making real-time anomaly detection and optimization complex. Reality AI from Renesas enables predictive maintenance, adaptive comfort control, and energy optimization at the system level. With features like presence detection for smart thermostats and pre-built toolkits such as RealityCheck HVAC Suite and Motor Toolbox, you can reduce downtime, improve reliability, and enhance comfort.

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Reliable FuSa Solutions

Reliable FuSa Solutions

Motor control systems like compressors, fans, and chillers demand continuous operation with guaranteed safety. Renesas combines FuSa-compliant MCUs and MPUs with AI techniques to enhance system and subsystem safety while enabling always-on performance. Our RA, RX, and RZ portfolios support IEC 61508 and IEC 60730 standards, delivering SIL-3 compliance and tools to simplify certification and accelerate development.

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Edge-to-Cloud Gateway

Edge-to-Cloud Gateway

Simplify IoT development with an edge-to-cloud gateway built for speed, flexibility, and security. It combines real-time edge processing with AWS IoT Greengrass and a robust open-source environment to accelerate integration. A Python-based framework enables rapid, compile-free application deployment, while secure FOTA (Firmware Over-The-Air) updates ensure continuous protection, remote maintenance, and long-term reliability for connected systems.

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Success Story

Revolutionizing Smart Windows with Leafi Nova

Discover how Leafi Home's Nova, powered by Renesas' ultra-low-power Wi-Fi chip, is transforming smart home window automation with effortless installation, year-long battery life, and seamless connectivity.

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Videos & Training

This video introduces smart lighting solution for building automation. In this video, you will learn the trends in the lighting market, the demand for lighting design, and the values that Renesas lighting solution offers.

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