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Modernize Your Building With Controls Systems Upgrades

We’ll help you create a plan to upgrade your legacy control systems affordably.

Overview

The world runs on data, and that includes buildings.

A modern building control system upgrade boosts efficiencies, cuts costs, and improves occupant comfort. We’ll help with a migration plan that makes sense for your building, business and budget.

  1. Higher Energy Efficiency

    Run your HVAC system as much as you need and no more. Controls support optimal building performance.

  2. Enhanced Occupant Comfort

    Avoid calls from occupants when spaces are too hot or too cold. Building automation can put more control in the hands of those in the building.

  3. Increased Security

    Cybersecurity requires an always alert mindset. Modern controls are regularly reviewed and updated to protect your building assets.

  4. Longer Equipment Life

    Advanced controls manage equipment operation for the highest efficiency with the lowest operating impact, saving wear and tear on mechanical components.

Trane smart building upgrade program.

Optimize your HVAC system with Trane's Smart Building Program, a simple and cost-effective way to modernize.

  1. Cutting-Edge Technology

    Transform building management with the power of cloud-based solutions and AI-enabled technology.

  2. Free Consultations

    Get expert advice tailored to your building’s needs to upgrade your legacy control systems affordably.

  3. Energy-Saving Upgrades

    Replacing old equipment with smart infrastructure helps reduce energy consumption and operational costs. 

  4. Quick ROI

    Increase your building’s value and experience a quick return on investment with more efficient building control.

Unleash the power of smart buildings with Trane.

Connection is power. Trane’s smart solutions connect buildings and operations to unlock possibilities and create high-performing spaces for the future.

FAQs

Your questions about control system upgrades, answered.

Many buildings operate on legacy control systems every day, but doing so can mean compromising on the benefits modern controls can offer.

New controls can help you increase your energy efficiency, boost your team’s productivity and enhance your cybersecurity and maintain compliance as energy standards become more rigorous. They also will allow you to take advantage of data-driven services that can even further amplify the savings you’ll see.

There are many different systems and components to consider, and your Trane Account Manager can help. We will help you develop a plan to phase your controls (and equipment) upgrades to help with a seamless transition. We’ll work with you to evaluate your entire system and then work to sequence your update accordingly.

For example, new HVAC equipment might be incompatible with outdated controls, so installing a new chiller, air handler or other unit could disrupt operations if it doesn’t integrate properly. We'll help you avoid the pitfalls of an outdated system while gaining the benefits of a smart building.

Traditionally, many organizations take a “fix it when it breaks” approach to system maintenance. However, as technology is rapidly evolving, it's important to stay ahead by adopting modern system controls. You don’t have to overhaul your entire system at once. Starting small can be a practical and effective way forward.

If your equipment is connected but outdated, hard to integrate, or not performing well, it’s a good sign your control system may need an upgrade. Modern controls boost efficiency, reliability, and future compatibility.

A typical building control ecosystem starts with an efficient system-level controller that can reach both your new equipment and your old equipment. Digitally enabled equipment controllers and zone sensors allow for seamless communication between components and smooth operation.

A modern control system will be secure and equipped to deliver powerful data insights to drive unmatched energy efficiency and sustainability in your operations

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Customer Stories

See how we’ve helped customers like you.

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    • Customer Story

    Belmont University

    Integrated controls system enables effective energy management; university expands 70 percent with minimal utility cost increase of just 10 percent.

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    • Customer Story

    Commercial Facilities Services Oklahoma City, OK

    The outside and common areas of the two Corporate Plaza office buildings, managed by Commercial Facilities Services, had been recently remodeled and mechanical systems had been replaced. With utility costs continuing to run high, the property manager sought to further improve the facilities’ energy efficiency. As the company looked for solutions, they zeroed in on the buildings’ aging controls systems.

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    Singing River Health System

    Singing River Hospital upgraded to a new central energy plant with Trane chillers and automation, improving comfort and efficiency, and cutting energy costs by 20%.

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