Unlocking Building Automation: ASI IntelliFront and FIN Framework

The need for smart building automation has never been greater. Facility managers and building owners are constantly seeking solutions that not only enhance the efficiency of their operations but also provide a seamless experience for users. In this guest blog, J2 Innovations’ OEM partner ASI Controls explains why FIN Framework is helping them stand out as a leader in digital control solutions.

ASI Controls has always focused on delivering high-quality, reliable, and scalable products to optimize building operations. We realized early on that in the realm of building automation, achieving seamless integration and efficient control over complex systems is crucial for building owners and facility managers.

Enter ASI IntelliFront, our cutting-edge BACnet front end, designed to revolutionize how buildings are managed. We engineer tools such as this to give system integrators the ability to streamline project timelines and customize their systems – with rapid deployment and flexible integration at the heart of the product mindset. FIN Framework has been key to this – as we’ll explain.

Simplifying and enhancing building management

One of the standout features of IntelliFront is its support for BACnet IP and ASI connectors. This broad compatibility ensures seamless integration across various building systems, making IntelliFront a versatile choice for any facility. This means that owners and system integrators have the flexibility to blend newer FIN technology (BACnet IP) with existing legacy ASI Controls systems.

Its openness to various IoT sensors and peripherals through Haystack 4.0 tagging stands as a testament to its flexibility and forward-thinking design.

Our users benefit from a mobile-responsive platform that allows building owners and facility managers to seamlessly manage their properties from anywhere, giving access to advanced graphical user interfaces, scheduling, trending, and alarming functionality optimized for ASI Controls’ hardware.

The user experience is automatically generated for navigation, point summaries, and history views. A drag-and-drop data point creation system helps users generate dashboards and shareable reports. A powerful control engine provides the tools to create reusable alarm sequences across the entire system. IntelliFront's interface makes schedule management more efficient, reducing labor time considerably. The platform also includes trouble-ticket management to ensure issues are resolved promptly.

These powerful features that leverage the FIN Framework as a foundation are the reason we partnered with J2 Innovations for Intellifront.

Future-proofing building technology with FIN

The collaboration between ASI Controls and J2 Innovations ensures that tools like IntelliFront are not only technologically advanced but also user-centric, meeting the dynamic needs of modern building automation.

It’s down to the framework's open, fast, and secure architecture. FIN provides a robust and extensible platform that allows IntelliFront to be more customizable and efficient than its predecessors. FIN allows us to leverage a flat-file database, enabling lightning-fast data retrieval and processing – far outpacing traditional relational databases.

This simplifies installations and integrations, allowing us to quickly create custom solutions. This ease of integration makes IntelliFront an attractive option for system integrators looking to deliver value to their clients efficiently.

The advanced security features have passed ISTS penetration testing, ensuring that our products – and our reputation – remain secure, and compliant with industry standards.

Conclusion

FIN is the foundation of ASI IntelliFront and was a natural choice. When you’re powered by the FIN Framework, you're investing in a technology that enhances operational efficiency, maximizes energy savings, and provides peace of mind through robust security measures.

The collaboration between ASI Controls and J2 Innovations highlights the strengths of both companies. ASI Controls brings decades of experience in building automation, while J2 Innovations provides cutting-edge technology through the FIN Framework. Together, we are creating products that deliver value, efficiency, and performance to building owners and facility managers.