In an era where energy efficiency and sustainability are front of mind, integrating advanced technologies is important. EpiSensor’s integration with the Spacewell Energy platform shows this synergy, providing enhanced energy management solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
Who Is Spacewell Energy (Dexma)
Spacewell Energy by Dexma is a comprehensive energy management platform that leverages data-driven intelligence to optimize energy consumption and improve sustainability for various organizations.
The Spacewell Energy platform offers a range of tools and features designed to help businesses, energy consultants, and facility managers monitor, analyze, and optimize their energy usage.
Key features of the Spacewell Energy platform by Dexma include:
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Real-Time Monitoring: Provides intuitive dashboards for real-time visualization of energy data.
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Benchmarking & Audit: Allows users to discover potential energy savings and benchmark against industry standards.
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Cost Allocation: Reveals the true cost of energy usage based on Time of Use (ToU) tariff rates.
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Verified Savings: Offers real-time verification of energy savings.
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Automated Reporting: Simplifies project progress reporting with automated reports and alerts.
The integration of artificial intelligence and big data analytics enables the platform to detect inefficiencies, predict building behaviour, and provide actionable insights, leading to significant energy savings—up to 20% according to the Spacewell Energy website.
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How EpiSensor integrates with Spacewell Energy (Dexma)
System Diagram
Our system comprises nodes or sensors that communicate wirelessly with the central gateway using a ZigBee mesh network.
The EpiSensor Gateway integrates seamlessly with the Spacewell Energy platform and facilitates smooth data flow via FTP, ensuring accurate and timely data transfer.
Step-by-Step Integration
To start sending data to the Spacewell Energy Platform (Dexma) you should follow the steps below:
Step 1
Login to the Energy Management System (Spacewell platform) with your username and password
Step 2
Navigate to the Settings section
Step 3
On the left menu select Gateways and click on Register a new gateway:
Step 4
Select EpiSensor from the provided list
Step 5
Fill in the following fields:
- Name: Write a distinctive name for your gateway
- Time Zone: Select the time zone where your gateway is located
Write down or copy the FTP User and FTP Password, you will need it in the next step.
Step 6
Next, login to your Episensor Gateway, go to Settings and then Data Export
Step 7
On the Data Export page select Data export type CSV via FTP
Here you can also set the Data export interval based on your requirements. This will define how often the data will be exported. The default is 30 minutes, however, data can be exported as frequently as every minute.
Another option you can configure is the Max Datapoints per Export. If the number of data points accumulated in a file reaches this number the file will be closed and exported even if the ‘Data Export Interval’ has not elapsed. This is a useful parameter to set if a low bandwidth GPRS internet connection is being used. It will limit the size of the file to be exported so the export has a better chance of succeeding.
Step 8
Finally, in the FTP settings of the configuration interface, introduce the FTP host (ftp.dexcell.com) and the username and password you have noted from the Spacewell Energy Platform.
Step 9
Scroll down to the bottom of the screen and save the changes on your gateway.
All is now ready for the gateway to start sending data to the platform.
Real World Applications and Case Studies
Energy Monitoring in Retail with EpiSensor and Spacewell Energy
In collaboration with ETS, EpiSensor integrated its advanced wireless electricity usage monitors, digital signal sensors and powerful API-enabled gateways across 36 retail sites for Woodie’s Retail, the market leader in DIY, Home, and Garden Supplies in Ireland. Spacewell Energy’s (Dexma) energy intelligence platform was used to elevate energy performance, achieve cost savings, and establish a robust foundation for comprehensive energy management.
ETS delivered transformative results for Woodie’s, made possible by the accurate and real-time data provided by EpiSensor’s cutting-edge hardware. EpiSensor’s seamless integration with Spacewell Energy also played a pivotal role in accelerating the implementation of the programme, enhancing overall efficiency.
Learn more about this project by reading our case study: ETS, Spacewell Energy and EpiSensor deliver successful Energy Management project in Retail
How to Get Started
If you already have a subscription to the Spacewell Energy platform and are considering investing in energy monitoring hardware you can use the links below for more information.
If you are an EpiSensor customer and are considering the Spacewell Energy (Dexma) platform for your energy management and sustainability tracking you can find some links to useful articles below.
EpiSensor’s integration with Spacewell Energy not only improves efficiency and reduces costs but also supports broader sustainability goals.
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Other Resources
Download the list of EpiSensor sensor IDs that are compatible with Spacewell Energy Platform.
