FIN Stack

FIN Stack is an open framework that simplifies smart building management to get jobs done faster. It’s based on our FIN Framework software and consists of a comprehensive suite of ready-to-use apps, enabling integrated BMS solutions to be engineered quickly and easily.

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The benefits of FIN Stack

Faster to engineer

Intuitive user experience

Built-in analytics

Easy and secure cloud connectivity

Accessible from any smart device

Runs on edge controller, server, or in the cloud

FIN Stack key features

Built-in tools for a simplified approach

Powerful integration

Support for standard open protocols including BACnet, Modbus, KNX and OPC-UA, as well as SQL, REST, and MQTT.

High productivity workflow

Wizards throughout the apps speed up configuration, while tagging enables automation of otherwise manual tasks, to reduce engineering time by 50% compared to other buildings management systems in the market.

Haystack tagging

Built on the latest Haystack 4 open tagging standard, enabling better data abstraction and analytics.

Web responsive and mobile-friendly

With a best-in-class UX design, FIN Stack is mobile-responsive, fully HTML5-based, with a touch-friendly interface.

Template wizard

Use of templates streamlines the device discovery process by importing graphics, programs, and documentation at a single click.

Advanced graphics & dashboards

Dedicated dashboard app simplifies creation of custom dynamic dashboards, also integrating with 2D and 3D equipment graphics, tables, weather, and maps.

FIN Stack built-in apps

Simplified alarms

Advanced graphics

Logic builder for global and equipment control

Historian with advanced queries

Schedules

Overrides

Point graphics for mobile device use

Favourites for commonly used views

Documentation app for O&M manuals etc

Weather service integration

Reports including tenant billing

Template wizard

Dashboard builder for customized views

Cloud connection

How FIN Stack stacks up

FIN Stack

Market competitor

Open

Intuitive and mobile friendly user experience

Additional programming required

We don’t lock you into a proprietary system – work with any system integrator

Standard UI over existing automation systems

Natively supports Haystack 4

Simplifies multi-system integration

Browser-based configuration and commissioning

Analytics-optimized fast database

Powerful database query language

Ease of use

Eliminate clicks with context sensitive, predictive navigation

Autogenerated hyperlinks (Magic Bubbles) that save engineering time

Dashboard builder app for customized UIs

Additional programming required

Integrated alarm console

Semantic tagging model to improve data management

Additional programming required

Workflow tools to improve productivity

Extensive range of wizards to simplify common tasks

Resizable graphics in 2D and 3D

Templates to simplify device management

Additional programming required

Reusability of graphics and logic with tagging

Scheduling functionality which is context-sensitive

Auto-generated point graphics and summary tables - zero engineering required

Value-add services

Edge2Cloud technology for easy and secure remote access anywhere

Standard drivers included

At additional cost

F200 Edge Controller with FIN Stack

Introducing a cost-effective hardware platform for FIN Stack software applications - ideal for those that need a FIN hardware and software bundle. The F200 features:

Up to 5,000 data points / can be licensed up to 5,000 CAPs
2-port Ethernet switch with 2 LEDs per port
1-port Ethernet interface with 2 LEDs for WAN (internet access)
2 EIA-485 interfaces (optional, for future release)
Operating voltage AC 24 V or DC 24
Remote access via FIN Edge2Cloud

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Switch & save – save time, resource, and cost

Switching to FIN Stack is simple and stress-free and we are confident that FIN Stack will help you reach your goals faster and with exceptional technology

Step 1

Explore

Explore our range of resources and get to know FIN Stack

> How to videos > Case studies > Hardware compatibility

Step 2

Demo

We’re happy to provide a demo of what FIN Stack can do for you - book with one our friendly experts

> Book demo > End user apps demo video

Step 3

Training

Our training is simply world-class. It is available online or in-person to suit your schedule and training needs

> View dates & agenda > Book training

Step 4

Getting started

We will guide you on deploying FIN Stack. Contact us to learn more

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FINcast Podcast

Simplifying smart building management

Hear from Chris Irwin, VP Sales EMEA and Julian Morgan, Owner at Julian Morgan Software Applications as they discuss simplifying smart building management with FIN Stack, the benefits of Haystack tagging, sustainability and much more

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