People Counter: Wireless EnOcean Sensor

The IMBuildings EnOcean Indoor People Counter is a compact, battery-powered bi-directional counting sensor engineered to collect accurate foot traffic analytics for smart buildings and automated environments. Utilizing active infrared optics and the standardized EnOcean wireless protocol, it integrates natively into existing building automation networks without dedicated data cables or complex network configurations.

How It Works

The sensor projects horizontal infrared beams across doorways or corridors up to 8 meters wide to monitor movement and accurately distinguish between IN and OUT traffic streams. Count updates are transmitted wirelessly using standard EnOcean 4BS radio telemetric frames (EEP A5-12-00), allowing central automation gateways and smart building platforms to process visitor flow in real time.

Installation & Connectivity

Designed for rapid, non-intrusive installation, the device mounts easily on opposing sides of entrance frames or passageways without requiring electrical wiring or structural modifications. Local sensor setup is performed wirelessly via NFC using a smartphone, while occupancy data is transmitted via the EnOcean wireless standard directly to any compatible receiver or automation gateway.

Key Features & Strategic Advantages

• EnOcean Standardized Protocol: Transmits standard 4BS telegrams (EEP A5-12-00) for native compatibility with broader EnOcean building automation ecosystems.

• Bi-Directional Infrared Detection: Accurately tracks separate incoming and outgoing traffic streams across passageways up to 8 meters wide.

• 100% GDPR Compliant: Measures visitor flow metrics reliably without capturing video footage, images, or personal identifying information.

• Seamless NFC Configuration: Enables fast, wireless setup and parameter adjustment via any NFC-enabled smartphone.

• Enhanced Optical Immunity: Optimized optical filtering ensures consistent counting precision regardless of ambient lighting variations.

• Long Battery Longevity: Powered by two standard 1.5V AA Alkaline batteries, delivering approximately 1 year of continuous operation.

Applications & Real-World Use Cases

• Smart Office Buildings: Feed foot traffic data directly into EnOcean-based HVAC and lighting controllers to adjust climate settings dynamically based on live occupancy.

• Public Buildings & Libraries: Track visitor volumes to automate facility management reporting, space allocation, and capacity monitoring.

• Educational Facilities: Monitor passage through lecture halls, cafeterias, and communal areas to optimize space planning and demand-based cleaning schedules.

• Commercial Real Estate: Gather accurate foot traffic metrics across shared building corridors, lobbies, and main entrance points.

Business Impact

By leveraging the open EnOcean wireless standard, the IMBuildings People Counter allows facility managers and system integrators to incorporate real-time traffic metrics straight into existing Building Management Systems (BMS). This cable-free solution slashes installation labor costs, drives automated energy savings, and delivers privacy-compliant analytics to streamline overall building operations.

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