## [Smart building and comfort](/en-GB/applications/smart-building-and-comfort) ![smart building and comfort](/sites/default/files/entityone_paragraphs/images/Smart-building-and-comfort.png) Increasingly sophisticated smart buildings are being developed to improve efficiency, reduce costs and make life easier and healthier for residents and business owners alike. A key element in the development of smart building is the ability to infuse a high degree of intelligence into managing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). IAQ refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health, safety and comfort of building occupants. As people spend ~90% of time indoors, indoor air quality plays a significant part in their general state of health. The indoor air in our homes, schools, offices and factories can be twice, or even up to five times more polluted than outdoor air. In recent decades, buildings became more and more airtight to be increasingly energy efficient. This is why air ventilation has a critical role to play in renewing indoor ambient air to constantly remove all kinds of pollutants, most bio-organisms and some gases. CO2 concentration is nowadays one of the most important IAQ parameters to check, because it is the main indicator of the quality of the air renewal rate, called Air Change Rate (ACR). Unlike VAC, IAQ focuses on the quality of the air inside a room in order to improve the well-being of its occupants. Comfort in terms of temperature, humidity (hygrometry) and even psychrometric parameters such as wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT) is an important part of IAQ. Sauermann is committed to ensuring the measurement of all these parameters. img[src="/sites/default/files/entityone_paragraphs/images/P4_Smart_contenu-565x536.png"]{ margin-bottom:90px;} .air-change-table th{ color: #FFF; background:#0b8acd!important; text-align:center; } td.secondary-heading { color:#FFF; background:#8ac3e0!important; } table td { background:#d1edf9; } .air-change-table { color:#7e8287; text-align:center; margin-bottom:50px; } | What does a good air change rate help remove from ambient indoor air? | |---| | Chemical and physical pollutants | Bio-organisms | Gases | | Volatile organic compounds (VOC) Formaldehyde (CH2O) Micro / Nano particles (PM2.5, PM10...) | Bacteria Viruses Mould | Carbon dioxide (CO2) Carbon monoxide (CO) Ozone (O3) Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) | Monitoring and regulation ## Monitoring and regulation All modern and modernised buildings are now equipped with a complete ventilation network to renew their indoor air, while managing at least its two main parameters: temperature and hygrometry. This ventilation system is built around an air handling unit (AHU), which centralises the equipment needed to circulate the air and regulate its parameters. This is where Sauermann's transmitters come into play . They will constantly monitor the quality of the air flowing out of the AHU. In addition to the exit of AHUs, the transmitters can also monitor air entering rooms inside the building. These stationary instruments ensure high reliability in continuous operation and high measuring accuracy. They transmit their measurements to a central computerised monitoring station to adjust airflow, or trigger alarms in the event of problems with the air supply parameters of the building's AHU. [ read more about CO 112 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/co2-transmitters/co-112) [![co 1120](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/co112.jpg?itok=_hH6Oati)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/co2-transmitters/co-112) #### CO 112 CO2 sensor / transmitter CO2 sensors allow you to measure carbon dioxide. Kimo’s CO 112 measures CO2 from 0 to 5,000 ppm. [ read more about TH 110 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/humidity-transmitters/th-110) [![Th 110](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/th110.jpg?itok=YssY11vg)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/humidity-transmitters/th-110) #### TH 110 Humidity and temperature sensor Kimo’s TH 110 measures humidity and temperature from 5 to 95% RH and from 0 to 50°C or from -20 to +80°C. ![Monitoring and regulation](/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/public/images/P6-2_Smart_contenu-565x536.png?itok=pGCrLRiS) Data logging ## Data logging The monitoring of indoor air quality is also necessary within areas that are usually occupied by people. This type of measurement is provided by data loggers, which have the advantage of being completely autonomous and can be placed anywhere easily. Most public buildings, offices and schools can rely on occasional controls, but they need to be regular and spanning over several days of activity. These controls are sometimes scheduled to check the indoor air quality's compliance with certain standards of health and safety protection for the occupants. Some managers of sensitive public buildings will prefer to ensure permanent monitoring of the indoor air in certain occupied spaces. This is sometimes the case with nurseries and schools, and other establishments hosting seniors or people in fragile conditions. Data loggers are also preferred for this type of monitoring because of their very long battery life and their convenience of use. [ read more about KCC 320 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kcc-320) [![kcc320](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/kcc320.jpg?itok=-FrIJx5G)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kcc-320) #### KCC 320 Temperature / Hygrometry / Atmospheric pressure / CO2 For accurate measurements of CO2, humidity, temperature, and atmospheric pressure, the KCC 320 IAQ Data Logger with wireless connection is the prime choice. It measures up to four recordable parameters simultaneously. ![Data logging](/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/public/images/P7-2_Smart_contenu-565x536.png?itok=BQt5MIdz) Commissioning and maintenance ## Commissioning and maintenance For commissioning or maintenance diagnostics of ventilation systems, handheld devices are the favorite instruments of HVAC professionals. They provide them with reliable measurements in the palm of their hands with mobile tools that offer rock-solid reliability. Indoor air quality monitoring is an essential part of this type of activity, closely linked to the proper functioning of the indoor air conditioning system. It can also intervene within the scope of inspections intended to verify if the indoor air management complies with the current regulations. As part of this type of control, the measurement of the CO2 levels is particularly relevant. It allows to determine if the indoor air is sufficiently renewed by the ventilation system. This air renewal rate then directly affects the concentration of pollutants, bio-organisms and harmful gases. [ read more about AMI 310 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/multifunctions/ami-310) [![ami310](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/ami310.jpg?itok=hqLZSHF6)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/multifunctions/ami-310) #### AMI 310 Multifunction Kimo’s AMI 310 measures simultaneous parameters including pressure, temperature (Pt100 and thermocouple), humidity, air quality (CO/CO2), air velocity, airflow (vane probes and hotwire), and tachometry. [ read more about AQ 110 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/air-quality-measurement/aq-110) [![aq110](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/aq110.jpg?itok=ZIy78rrA)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/air-quality-measurement/aq-110) #### AQ 110 Air Quality The Kimo AQ 110 measures the level of carbon dioxide (CO2) present in ambient air. [ read more about DBM 620 ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/airflow-meters/dbm-620) [![DBM 620 Balometer](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/DBM620-1_1.jpg?itok=yrwC_FGV)](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/airflow-meters/dbm-620) #### DBM 620 Air Flow Meter The newly redesigned Sauermann DBM 620 Air Flow Meter is a multipurpose electronic air balancing instrument primarily used for efficiently taking direct air volume readings from air vents. ![Commissioning and maintenance](/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/public/images/P8_Smart_contenu-565x536.png?itok=cQRYnD30) ## Products and accessories [ ![compo Si-C320](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/COMPO-C320-3_1.png.webp?itok=Nqr7MneM) #### Multifunction transmitter ### Si-C320 For clean rooms, regulated environments and industrial VAC applications where a perfect regulation/monitoring of the air parameters is needed, our Si... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/multi-parameter-transmitters/si-c320) [ ![Th 110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/th110.jpg.webp?itok=VXaFFSN_) #### Humidity and temperature sensor ### TH 110 Kimo’s TH 110 measures humidity and temperature from 5 to 95% RH and from 0 to 50°C or from -20 to +80°C. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/humidity-transmitters/th-110) [ ![co 1120](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/co112.jpg.webp?itok=XjpvwpGz) #### CO2 sensor / transmitter ### CO 112 CO2 sensors allow you to measure carbon dioxide. Kimo’s CO 112 measures CO2 from 0 to 5,000 ppm. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/transmitters/co2-transmitters/co-112) [ ![SF50](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/SF50.jpg.webp?itok=w8XukASP) #### Cable temperature probe with resistive element ### SF 50 The SF 50 cable temperature probe with resistive element can measure from -50 to +260 °C (Pt100). Resistance thermometers, also called resistance... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/autonomous-temperature-probes/resistive/sf-50) [ ![ami310](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/ami310.jpg.webp?itok=Y0LHO05o) #### Multifunction ### AMI 310 Kimo’s AMI 310 measures simultaneous parameters including pressure, temperature (Pt100 and thermocouple), humidity, air quality (CO/CO2), air velocity... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/multifunctions/ami-310) [ ![HQ210](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/hq210.jpg.webp?itok=vGbnXXgT) #### Thermo-hygrometer - Air quality ### HQ 210 The Kimo HQ 210, with its climatic condition module, measures CO2, humidity and temperature. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/multifunctions/hq-210) [ ![mp110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/mp110.jpg.webp?itok=BU1i-euT) #### Manometer ### MP 110 / 111 / 112 / 115 Kimo offers a wide range of cleanroom products including the MP 110 / 111 / 112 / 115 Portable Differential Pressure Meter. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/micromanometers/mp-110-111-112-115) [ ![hd110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/hd110.jpg.webp?itok=getpmWn2) #### Thermo-hygrometer ### HD 110 Kimo’s HD 110 handheld thermo-hygrometer measures relative humidity, temperature and dew point. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/hygrometers/hd-110) [ ![DBM 620 Balometer](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/DBM620-1_1.jpg.webp?itok=5oOX_R6G) #### Air Flow Meter ### DBM 620 The newly redesigned Sauermann DBM 620 Air Flow Meter is a multipurpose electronic air balancing instrument primarily used for efficiently taking... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/airflow-meters/dbm-620) [ ![lv 110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/lv110.jpg.webp?itok=zK69hd2w) #### Thermo-anemometer with integrated vane probe ### LV 110 / 111 / 117 The Kimo LV 110 / 111 / 117 displays velocity and temperature measurements. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/anemometers/lv-110-111-117) [ ![vt110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/vt110.jpg.webp?itok=934fhxYK) #### Hotwire thermo-anemometer ### VT 110 / VT 115 Kimo’s VT 110 / 115 is perfect for measuring airflow, air velocity and temperature with its hot wire probe. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/anemometers/vt-110-vt-115) [ ![aq110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/aq110.jpg.webp?itok=2BFGB17A) #### Air Quality ### AQ 110 The Kimo AQ 110 measures the level of carbon dioxide (CO2) present in ambient air. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/air-quality-measurement/aq-110) [ ![ct 110](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/ct110.jpg.webp?itok=wgmxuPLN) #### Tachymeter ### CT 110 The Kimo CT 110 Tachometer is ideal for measuring shaft, disc or motor rpm, either an optical or contact connection. Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/portable-instruments/tachometers/ct-110) [ ![kcc320](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/kcc320.jpg.webp?itok=pm27AoLD) #### Temperature / Hygrometry / Atmospheric pressure / CO2 ### KCC 320 For accurate measurements of CO2, humidity, temperature, and atmospheric pressure, the KCC 320 IAQ Data Logger with wireless connection is the prime... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kcc-320) [ ![kt320b](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/kt320b.jpg.webp?itok=1RZCHChF) #### Temperature / Hygrometry / Current / Voltage / Impulse ### KT 320 Need quick access to data but don’t want to remove the logger from its location? The KT 320 Multi-Function Data Logger utilizes wireless connection... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kt-320) [ ![kh gauche](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/kh-gauche.jpg.webp?itok=Hlg1Oauk) #### Temperature / Hygrometry ### KH 50 When simple temperature and humidity readings are required, look no further than the KH 50 Data Logger. It has 16,000 measuring points. Data Loggers... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kh-50) [ ![kh120](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/kh120.jpg.webp?itok=zifotZXO) #### Temperature / Hygrometry ### KH 120 The KH 120 USB Data Logger measures temperature and hygrometry. It measures 50,000 points and records up to two parameters simultaneously. These... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kh-120) [ ![kh220](/sites/default/files/styles/event_thumb_max_200w/public/images/kh220.jpg.webp?itok=WMRI92M5) #### Temperature / Hygrometry / Current / Voltage / Impulse / Water pressure / Light ### KH 220 The KH 220 Multifunction Data Logger is the answer when up to five parameters need to be recorded simultaneously. Data Loggers are widely used in... Read more ](/en-GB/measuring-instruments/data-loggers/autonomous-data-loggers/kh-220) More products ## Testimonials ### MP 110 / 112 / 115 Nkosi Ddhlovu - Technical Sales Executive - Bonner « Simple and easy to use. My client was very happy. » Videos [![](/sites/default/files/styles/video_ct_thumbnail/public/video_thumbnails/Y9nE19wUSok.jpg.webp?itok=lAcJQm3H)](/en-GB/videos/dbm-620-air-flow-meter-easy-tripod-mounting-guide) ## [DBM 620 air flow meter: easy tripod mounting guide](/en-GB/videos/dbm-620-air-flow-meter-easy-tripod-mounting-guide) [![](/sites/default/files/styles/video_ct_thumbnail/public/video_thumbnails/FyNlgwQBU3Q.jpg.webp?itok=eazo-YHp)](/en-GB/videos/dbm-620-airflow-meter) ## [DBM 620 airflow meter](/en-GB/videos/dbm-620-airflow-meter) [![](/sites/default/files/styles/video_ct_thumbnail/public/video_thumbnails/Rj03818VFCk.jpg.webp?itok=Mj7y_Tei)](/en-GB/videos/full-overview-kimo-sauermanns-new-easy-use-hvacr-instrument-range) ## [Full overview of KIMO & Sauermann’s new easy-to-use HVACR Instrument Range](/en-GB/videos/full-overview-kimo-sauermanns-new-easy-use-hvacr-instrument-range) [![](/sites/default/files/styles/video_ct_thumbnail/public/video_thumbnails/lieQyDNRLtQ.jpg.webp?itok=wHjZ9wns)](/en-GB/videos/our-new-si-hvacr-mobile-app-makes-measurements-more-user-friendly) ## [Our new Si-HVACR mobile app makes measurements more user-friendly ](/en-GB/videos/our-new-si-hvacr-mobile-app-makes-measurements-more-user-friendly) Blog posts [ ![workplace IAQ](/sites/default/files/styles/insight_teaser/public/images/thumb.jpg?itok=Ry5uqQVR) July 20, 2022 Offices: measuring air quality for maximum occupant health and comfort Workplaces are critical environments. So, it’s vital to monitor indoor air quality since it affects occupant comfort, health and productivity. Instruments ](/en-GB/insights/offices-measuring-air-quality-maximum-occupant-health-and-comfort) [ ![ACR CO2 TRA](/sites/default/files/styles/insight_teaser/public/images/CO2-600.png?itok=SIVP6uW8) April 19, 2022 Using CO2 concentration to measure air change rate New health and safety rules recommend checking the air change rate by measuring the CO2 concentration against a target value. Here, we explain why and how it’s done. Instruments ](/en-GB/insights/using-co2-concentration-measure-air-change-rate) [ ![mesure de bouche](/sites/default/files/styles/insight_teaser/public/images/mesuredebouche_0.jpeg?itok=eNF0UluM) November 26, 2021 Measuring air flow rate at an air vent: getting it right Here’s our comprehensive guide to taking accurate and reliable air flow rate and velocity readings at an air vent. Instruments ](/en-GB/insights/measuring-air-flow-rate-air-vent-getting-it-right) Application notes [March 02, 2023 Why Energy auditors need to measure CO2 (IAQ) Smart building and comfort ](/en-GB/application-notes/why-energy-auditors-need-measure-co2-iaq) [January 02, 2024 Keeping Toxins out: Monitoring for Ozone (O3) in Homes & Offices Smart building and comfort ](/en-GB/application-notes/keeping-toxins-out-monitoring-ozone-o3-homes-offices) [January 04, 2024 The dangers of VOCS: Formaldehyde (CH2O) Smart building and comfort ](/en-GB/application-notes/dangers-vocs-formaldehyde-ch2o) [January 04, 2024 Adverse Health Effects of Elevated Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) Levels in Homes Smart building and comfort ](/en-GB/application-notes/adverse-health-effects-elevated-nitrogen-dioxide-no2-levels-homes) [January 04, 2024 The Toxic Effects of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Gas From Sewers Smart building and comfort ](/en-GB/application-notes/toxic-effects-hydrogen-sulfide-h2s-gas-sewers) Our expertise ![Over 800 m2 of laboratory space](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/over-800m-of-labo-space_0.png?itok=sh7Dobkk) ## Over 800 m2 of laboratory space Our experts provide maintenance, adjustment and calibration services for our measurement instruments. ![After-sales service](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/After-sales-service_0.png?itok=nERZJYTi) ## After-sales service Our technicians maintain and repair your devices right where they’re made. ![Over 20 patents](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/over-20-patents_0.png?itok=VlsBV6fo) ## Over 20 patents Including our oscillating piston pump technology and the foldable frame system found on our DBM 620 air flow meter.