Prefect Controls is an established specialist company manufacturing electronic energy management systems controlling space heating, water heating, lighting, ventilation and ‘unitised’ air conditioners.

The guiding principle underpinning company philosophy is to provide simple to use, low- cost energy conservation solutions in “multi-occupancy” dwellings such as Hotels, Hostels, Student residential buildings and Nurses’ homes. In addition to these buildings which share variable occupation patterns, the equipment is ideal for delivering high levels of control over energy used in small office complexes, retail outlets and public buildings such as Village halls, Libraries or Dentist/Doctor’s surgeries.

Electronic technology is applied in simple forms to address fundamental issues at stake when tackling energy consumption – variable temperatures under occupied and unoccupied conditions, programmable time profiles and prevailing weather conditions. Products featured include a broad range of

Automatic thermostats, like the PRE5003 three stage thermostat, commonly used in Student Accommodation to limit the rooms temperature when occupied but automatically reduces the temperature when the room is unoccupied

Occupancy sensors, like the PRE5103 PIR thermostat, designed to detect presence and automatically bring on heating to a predetermined level. Ideal for areas with intermittent use such as village halls, offices, & meeting rooms. (Photo)

Automatic run timers, like the PRE9230 & PRE9250 widely used to ensure that energy is not wasted by simply switching the power OFF after a predetermined time making them an essential part of any energy reducing strategy.

Control systems can be designed using either discreet local sensors for simple installations, or where slightly more complex systems are called for, we use Mains Borne Signalling (MBS) this technique employs long established technology that depends on injecting digital code at carefully protected wavelengths, from any convenient central point onto the building mains network thus eliminating the need for additional cabling. These signals are broadcast to intelligent receivers adjacent to relevant items of equipment, which monitor and control local conditions in each zone/room.

The PRE2000 is therefore ideal for Hotels & Student accommodation,
where the central control of the buildings heating, lighting & simple services can greatly reduce the energy usage.

Prefect Controls sets out to engineer solutions to energy control issues that use already existing technologies and applies them in easily understood ways. We provide systems for the sectors outlined above that deliver benefits similar to Building Management Systems (BEMS) at a fraction of the cost. We can support the investment decisions required with full cost/benefit analysis, as well as providing advice on current and future energy taxation.

Further details on the range of products and services we provide can be found on our website:- www.prefectcontrols.com for more information on energy reductions achievable by applying these simple techniques we can be contacted by using the number above.