Andover Controls Infinet Driver for Tridium Niagara

Andover Controls Infinet Driver for Tridium Niagara represents a sophisticated solution that integrates seamlessly into existing building automation systems, enhancing both efficiency and adaptability.

A key advantage of the Andover Infinet Driver is its cost-effectiveness when updating legacy systems. By integrating existing Andover hardware through a software driver, users avoid the need for costly hardware replacements. This allows building operators to modernize their automation infrastructure without the expense and disruption of a complete overhaul. The driver provides seamless integration with Tridium Niagara, enabling efficient system updates and maximizing the lifespan of the current hardware. This significantly reduces capital expenditure compared to a full system replacement.

Our Andover Infinet Driver bridges Tridium Niagara with Andover Controls’ Infinet systems, enabling effective communication through its proprietary IP protocol. The driver supports automated device and point discovery, allowing easy identification of all controllers — from network controllers like bCX1 to terminal controllers like i2800 — and their points. By supporting not only the reading of points but also writing / overriding and importing Andover histories, the driver offers full command over the building management system. With TCP/IP-based communication, no additional cabling or system reprogramming is needed, just connect your JACE or Supervisor via IP to integrate all points into the Niagara framework.

In practical applications, the Andover Infinet Driver is highly versatile across various sectors. For instance, in healthcare facilities, it maintains strict control over HVAC, lighting, and security systems, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients and staff. The capability to tightly manage access control and environmental conditions makes it an essential tool for these facilities, providing operational efficiency and enhanced safety.

Andover Controls was a prominent player in the building automation systems industry, with over 100,000 installations worldwide, before it merged with TAC and was eventually acquired by Schneider Electric. Their Infinity and Continuum (Infinity 2) product lines provided a robust, scalable, and versatile solution for automating and controlling various building systems such as HVAC, lighting, and security. The Infinity controllers, communicating via the Infinet protocol, were renowned for their real-time monitoring, data logging, and alarming capabilities, making them a popular choice among facilities managers, building owners, and contractors seeking efficient and cost-effective control solutions.

Tridium Niagara is a powerful open framework that provides a platform for integrating diverse building automation systems into a unified solution. It enables connectivity between various control systems, regardless of manufacturer or protocol, by utilizing a common platform that supports a wide range of standards like BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks. Niagara’s flexible architecture allows users to visualize, monitor, and control multiple building systems through a single, intuitive interface. This flexibility is key in enhancing interoperability, reducing operational complexities, and facilitating data-driven decision-making for building managers and operators.

If you are looking for a solution to integrate your legacy Andover Infinity systems into modern Tridium Niagara platforms, Baudrate’s Andover Infinet Driver is designed to ensure effective communication and control, enhancing the functionality of your building management systems. Schedule a consultation today to see how we can help transform your infrastructure into an intelligent and cohesive automated ecosystem. Contact us for a free trial of the Infinet Driver, and take the next step towards intelligent building automation.