Upgrading Legacy Engineering Systems with ASMU

Many buildings and industrial facilities in Ukraine were constructed decades ago. Their engineering systems—ventilation, heating, power supply, fire automation, and security complexes—are often technically and morally obsolete. This creates operational risks, inflates costs, and reduces overall efficiency.

Modernization does not always require full equipment replacement. Automated Monitoring and Control Systems (ASMU) extend the service life of existing infrastructure, integrate it into contemporary engineering ecosystems, and deliver management capabilities aligned with modern business requirements.

Why Modernization Is Essential

Worn-out engineering systems introduce multiple vulnerabilities:

• high probability of accidents and downtime, especially in manufacturing and logistics;
• excessive energy consumption and elevated OPEX;
• non-compliance with current safety codes and standards;
• lack of remote monitoring and automation;
• complexity in maintenance and fault diagnosis;
• inability to scale or evolve the facility.

ASMU resolves these issues incrementally, without comprehensive infrastructure overhaul.

How ASMU Modernizes Legacy Systems

1. Intelligent Retrofitting of Existing Equipment

Even outdated nodes can be fitted with sensors and controllers, enabling real-time condition monitoring, control, and data analytics.

Example: Temperature, humidity, and CO₂ sensors installed on legacy HVAC systems enable automatic regulation without full replacement.

2. Seamless Integration of Old and New Technologies

ASMU bridges generational gaps, allowing:

• retention of functional assets;
• phased upgrades;
• avoidance of massive CAPEX.

The result: a modern automated management system with zero operational disruption.

3. Energy Optimization

Legacy systems often consume 30–50 % more energy than required. ASMU delivers:

• real-time consumption tracking;
• identification of inefficiencies and leakages;
• automated load balancing and mode optimization.

This typically yields ROI within 12–24 months.

4. Enhanced Safety and Reliability

ASMU unifies fire automation, intrusion detection, video surveillance, access control, and emergency notification. In a crisis, all subsystems respond synchronously:

• PA/VA activation,
• evacuation route unlocking,
• elevator grounding,
• smoke extraction,
• secure shutdown of engineering systems.

Critical for high-risk legacy infrastructure.

5. Remote Control and Predictive Analytics

ASMU enables 24/7 dispatch monitoring, remote access, and data-driven insights. Operators detect anomalies before failure, shifting from reactive repair to predictive maintenance. Historical data supports failure forecasting and lifecycle extension.

Benefits of ASMU-Driven Modernization

• extended asset lifespan;
• reduced energy and maintenance costs;
• staged, budget-friendly upgrades;
• compliance with current regulations;
• full automation and remote oversight;
• future-proof infrastructure readiness.

Implementation Stages

To ensure zero downtime and maximum efficiency:

1. Audit & Diagnostics

Comprehensive assessment of networks, risk mapping, degradation points, and integration potential.

1. System Architecture Design

Selection of sensors, controllers, protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA), and phased rollout plan.

1. Incremental Deployment & Configuration

Integration into live infrastructure with hot-cutover techniques and scenario tuning.

1. Testing & Commissioning

Full interoperability validation, algorithm verification, and personnel training.

1. Continuous Monitoring & Optimization

Data-driven refinement of operating modes, cost reduction, and reliability enhancement.

Real-World Application Scenarios

Manufacturing Facilities

Retrofitting legacy ventilation and process equipment enables predictive maintenance, energy control, and zero unplanned downtime.

Office & Business Centers

Automation of HVAC, lighting, and security delivers comfort, energy savings, and centralized engineering management.

Logistics & Warehouse Complexes

Temperature, humidity, and access monitoring ensures product integrity. Video analytics integration enhances flow control.

Healthcare & Educational Institutions

ASMU oversees ventilation, fire systems, backup power, and access—safeguarding patients, students, and staff.

Modernizing engineering systems with ASMU is a pathway to longevity, energy efficiency, and operational control. It maximizes the value of existing infrastructure, transforming it into a modern, digital, and fully manageable asset.