Energy Efficiency Innovation, Completing a Smart Building: KDC’s Success Story
With the recent emphasis on rising energy costs and ESG management, many companies are actively considering the adoption of Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS). Have you ever pondered effective ways to improve building energy efficiency and reduce operational costs?
Although the initial investment cost might cause hesitation, the introduction of a building energy management system is an essential factor that enhances energy savings and increases the value of a building in the long run. In particular, public institutions and large buildings cannot overlook their social responsibility to reduce energy consumption. Traditional building management methods made it challenging to prevent energy waste and efficiently operate facilities. To address these issues, many institutions have considered adopting smart building automation and energy management systems. An efficient energy management system goes beyond merely reducing energy costs; it also contributes to maintaining a comfortable indoor environment, extending facility lifespans, and ultimately practicing ESG management. However, choosing the right system and how to build it may seem daunting.
Busan Veterans Hospital’s Energy Efficiency Improvement and Operational Efficiency Enhancement Project
Busan Veterans Hospital is a crucial institution that provides quality medical services to the nation’s patriots and veterans’ families. However, due to the nature of a hospital operating 24-hour heating and cooling facilities, medical equipment, and lighting, it faced the urgent task of reducing energy costs due to extremely high energy consumption. Additionally, it was challenging to manage energy efficiently with outdated facilities and passive management methods, and there were limitations in real-time energy usage monitoring and analysis. In this situation, Busan Veterans Hospital sought ways to maximize energy efficiency and enhance operational efficiency through the adoption of an energy management system. A particularly significant goal was to integrate the various facilities within the hospital, analyze energy usage patterns based on real-time data, and establish optimal control strategies. Furthermore, it was necessary to build a system to quantitatively measure energy savings and continuously improve it based on these measurements. To achieve these goals, Busan Veterans Hospital selected KDC, a partner with extensive experience and technological expertise in smart building automation and energy management, after reviewing various solutions.
KDC contributed to maximizing energy efficiency and enhancing operational efficiency through the energy management system construction project at Busan Veterans Hospital.
KDC’s Customized Solution: BAS/BEMS Integrated System Construction
KDC proposed the construction of an integrated system that combines BAS (Building Automation System) and BEMS (Building Energy Management System) to provide the optimal solution tailored to the hospital’s characteristics by accurately identifying Busan Veterans Hospital’s issues. Unlike the previous individual facility management approach, KDC’s integrated system was designed to manage and control all hospital facilities on a single platform. For example, previously, each department individually managed heating and cooling facilities, leading to severe energy waste, but after integrating the system, it became possible to centrally and efficiently control these facilities, minimizing energy consumption. Additionally, KDC provided a scafa™ UI-based 2D/3D interface, supporting users to easily and intuitively use the system.
Unlike existing products, the scafa™ UI visually presents complex data, allowing users to understand the energy usage status at a glance and take necessary actions quickly. Moreover, KDC enhanced energy efficiency by applying invert+ (an inverter-based energy-saving system) to the hospital for energy savings. Invert+ offers higher efficiency than standard inverters and minimizes losses during no-load conditions to maximize energy savings. This energy-saving effect was particularly significant in the case of Busan Veterans Hospital, where many facilities operate 24 hours a day. KDC’s BAS/BEMS integrated system included Modbus RTU/TCP communication, scheduling, self-diagnosis functions, etc., maximizing energy management efficiency and supporting stable operation.
These features help the hospital’s energy management team operate the system more efficiently and respond quickly when issues arise. Furthermore, KDC designed the system specifically considering the characteristics of Busan Veterans Hospital and provided ongoing technical support to ensure stable operation.
Energy Cost Reduction and Operational Efficiency Enhancement: Busan Veterans Hospital’s Successful Transformation
After the introduction of KDC’s BAS/BEMS integrated system, Busan Veterans Hospital experienced positive changes. The most noticeable change was the energy cost reduction effect. After system implementation, energy consumption decreased, allowing for annual energy cost savings. After six months of use, Busan Veterans Hospital confirmed a reduction in energy costs by approximately 20%. Moreover, the efficiency of facility management improved post-system implementation. Previously manually managed facilities could now be controlled and managed automatically through the system, decreasing equipment failure rates and extending their lifespan. Besides, it became possible to ascertain and analyze real-time energy usage status, enabling the establishment of optimal energy management strategies through the analysis of energy usage patterns.
“With the introduction of KDC’s BAS/BEMS integrated system, not only were energy costs reduced, but facility management efficiency improved significantly, easing workload. Additionally, the system’s various analytical functions are greatly helping us identify energy usage patterns and seek energy-saving measures.”
KDC’s BAS/BEMS integrated system contributed to improving energy efficiency and enhancing operational efficiency at Busan Veterans Hospital, showcasing the importance of smart building automation and energy management systems.
Smart Building, A Choice for a Sustainable Future
The Busan Veterans Hospital case of KDC demonstrates the effectiveness of smart building automation and energy management systems in maximizing energy efficiency and enhancing operational efficiency. Particularly, in the Korean market where BEMS enforcement is underway, KDC is contributing to improving energy efficiency in various facilities through its BAS/BEMS integrated system. Additionally, KDC plans to enter overseas public procurement markets based on the domestic procurement market and has secured the possibility of entering Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern markets based on K-certified products. Looking forward, KDC plans to strengthen its research and development of AI/data-based energy prediction/control systems to offer innovative solutions. These efforts not only contribute to enhancing building energy efficiency but also address environmental issues such as carbon emissions reduction. Adopting smart building automation and energy management systems is a wise choice that goes beyond merely reducing energy costs, elevating the value of buildings and creating a sustainable future.
Begin the transition to smart buildings with KDC now to increase energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and create a sustainable future.
KDC: Pioneering the Future of Smart Building Solutions
KDC is leading the industry through continuous technological innovation and customer-centric service in the field of smart building automation and energy management systems. Expanding intelligent control systems based on the 4th Industry, entering overseas public procurement markets, and strengthening AI/data-based energy prediction/control system research and development indicate KDC’s growth direction, presenting the future of smart building solutions. Moving forward, KDC will continue to provide customized solutions that meet diverse customer needs, contribute to improving energy efficiency, and lead in creating a sustainable future. KDC’s technological prowess and know-how will contribute to improving the energy efficiency of various facilities and enhancing operational efficiency. This will become a foundation for strengthening corporate competitiveness and achieving sustainable growth.
KDC will continue to support customer success with innovative technologies and customer-centric services in the smart building solutions field, further contributing to sustainable development across society.
Efficient energy management and automation systems for smart building construction are now essential elements, not optional choices. KDC’s BAS integrated system is implementing a sustainable building operating environment based on design tailored to various sites and advanced control technology.
