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Uncategorized17 July 2026
Upgrading to Niagara 5 is not only about choosing the latest software. It is also an opportunity to consider whether your building controller has the performance, flexibility and capacity needed for the future. As smart building systems become more demanding, controllers are expected to manage more applications, integrations and connected devices than ever before. The […]
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Blog15 July 2026
Within Tridium Niagara, Niagara 4 Program Service is a powerful batch editing tool that allows you to quickly find, filter and modify station objects. Used correctly, it can save hours of engineering time. Used incorrectly, it can break your station — so always back up first. Always Back Up First There is no undo in Program Service. […]
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Blog13 July 2026
The Biggest Savings May Be the Ones You Haven’t Seen Yet Across university estates, inefficiencies often go unnoticed. They can hide in everyday operations, with plant running longer than needed, abnormal energy use going undetected, faults quietly affecting performance, and buildings working harder than they should. The problem is simple: you cannot act on what […]
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Uncategorized10 July 2026
Reset Passphrase & Admin Account Reset the station passphrase and admin password to gain full control of a Niagara station. The Situation You’ve been given a station that you don’t own. You don’t have the passphrase or admin credentials, so you cannot run it or make changes. Why Can’t I Open or Run the Station? […]
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Blog29 June 2026
As building systems become more demanding, your smart building controller is expected to do more than ever before. It is no longer responsible for basic control alone. Today’s smart building environments require integration, data sharing, remote access, wireless connectivity, analytics, cybersecurity readiness and the ability to support future software requirements. Why Your Smart Building Controller […]
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Blog24 June 2026
When requesting a Niagara demo license, your supplier may ask for your PC’s Host ID. This Host ID is unique to your machine and is required for licensing. There are two simple ways to locate your Niagara Host ID and obtain a demo license from your supplier: Method 1: Using the Niagara Console The quickest way to find your PC’s Host […]
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Blog17 June 2026
Niagara Cloud Suite™ delivers secure access, improved resilience and smarter support with more compelling pricing and offers than ever before. Built on the Niagara Framework®, Niagara Cloud Suite extends Niagara to the cloud, helping engineers and support teams securely connect to JACEs and Supervisors while unlocking greater value from Niagara-based solutions and the data from […]
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Uncategorized10 June 2026
Another significant win through integrated LoRaWAN control, metering, and optimization, powered by IONA! In a recent Garden Centre project, we worked with our partners to demonstrate how smarter control strategies, better visibility, and connected building data can unlock substantial energy savings. How was it done? An IONA controller powered by Tridium Niagara 4 with embedded LoRaWAN was deployed. […]
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Uncategorized5 May 2026
“Unify all building systems into one platform” Save 20–30% vs. full system replacement” Upgrade Your Building Without the Cost of Replacement What if you could modernise your building systems, improve performance, and reduce costs – without a costly full system replacement? With Satchwell’s retrofit-first upgrade approach, you can do exactly that – preserving your existing […]
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Uncategorized30 April 2026
Connect and monitor your electrical loads in as little as 30 minutes Cut Costs. Reduce Waste. Take Full Control of Your Energy Customers report up to 50% reductions in energy costs – verified through live metering and IONA analytics. With IONA and LoRaWAN metering, you can monitor, analyse, and optimise energy performance in real time – all from a single platform. See Your Energy […]
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Blog28 April 2026
When planning upgrades to legacy building management systems, the key changes are often far more contained than expected. In many cases, the upgrade is focused within the control panel itself. A Satchwell retrofit approach updates the control layer inside the panel, allowing the system to evolve without altering the wider building infrastructure. Working Within the Existing Control […]
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Uncategorized24 April 2026
Across the UK and Europe, many buildings still rely on Satchwell BAS2000, BAS2800 and Sigma systems to manage day-to-day building operations. These systems were built to last – and in many cases, they still do. Heating, ventilation, and core building services continue to run on infrastructure that has served reliably for decades. But the demands […]
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Blog22 April 2026
Upgrade your Satchwell system with minimal disruption, less downtime, and without changing the wider infrastructure. Across the UK and Europe, many buildings continue to operate Satchwell BAS2000, BAS2800 and Sigma systems within established control panel environments. A controller-level upgrade provides a structured way to modernise these systems – while maintaining ongoing building operations. Upgrade the Controller, Not the Entire […]
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Uncategorized18 April 2026
Tyrrell Building Technologies has announced that it will not be passing on a 4.5% price increase from Niagara platform supplier Tridium, which takes effect on 28 June 2026. Tridium cited ongoing inflationary pressures and supply chain challenges for key raw materials as the reason for the increase. In response, Tyrrell Building Technologies has taken the proactive decision […]
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Blog14 April 2026
Managing radiator heating across multiple rooms can be complex. Control your radiator groups with Milesight WT101 & WT102 Smart Radiator Actuators, combined with the IONA IoT Controller, within a LoRaWAN® energy-saving solution. A strong partnership in action – Tyrrell Products and Milesight IoT delivering connected heating solutions. WT101 Smart Radiator Actuators WT101 is a LoRaWAN® […]
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Blog3 February 2026
Why integrators keep choosing Niagara‑powered solutions In the world of modern building management, reliability is everything. Buildings are becoming smarter, more connected, and more demanding, and the systems that run them can’t afford downtime, bottlenecks, or compatibility issues. At the centre of this shift sits a quiet workhorse: the IONA controller. It’s the unseen backbone of every high‑performing BMS, […]
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Blog29 January 2026
Tyrrell Products is delighted to announce the success of last week’s Niagara 4 Framework Training course, one of our most in‑demand programmes for professionals working in building controls, integration, and smart building technologies. Delivered by our expert trainer, Rob, the course once again demonstrated why Tyrrell Products is a trusted provider of Niagara 4 training in the […]
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Uncategorized14 January 2026
In the architecture of a smart building, the controller is more than hardware, it’s the central nervous system. Processing vast streams of data, connecting disparate technologies, and operating with rock-solid security, you need a controller that can handle it all. The IONA Niagara 4 Controller is engineered to be precisely that: the definitive intelligence for buildings that demand performance, resilience and future-ready […]
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Blog12 January 2026
📅 19-23 January 2026 🌍 Remote, live online over 5 days Secure your spot and get certified: Niagara 4 Training Our next Tridium Niagara 4 Certification course is running remotely from Monday 19th January 2026. This intensive 5-day course provides a solid foundation for engineers, energy managers and project managers to efficiently design, engineer and develop projects using Niagara 4. You’ll cover everything from creating […]
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Uncategorized5 January 2026
As we push on into 2026, Tyrrell Products is proud to look back on a year defined by bold innovation, strengthened partnerships and major milestones that have helped shape the future of smart building technology. From global conferences to transformative product launches, this year has marked one of the most significant chapters in our journey. Niagara Conference […]
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Uncategorized24 December 2025
As we wrap up another incredible year at Tyrrell Products, we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to our partners and clients. From all of us at Tyrrell Products, we wish you a joyful festive season and a prosperous New Year. Here’s to another year of collaboration and innovation. As we look ahead […]
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Uncategorized18 December 2025
We love shining a light on the people who make Tyrrell Products what it is. This time, it’s Jawad AlNaimi, our Engineering Manager in the TPL Research & Development department. In our latest ‘Get to Know Us’ interview, Jawad gives us a look into the problem‑solving and passion that drive our R&D team forward. From the complex challenges he enjoys […]
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Blog16 December 2025
As the festive season approaches, Tyrrell Products is celebrating by showcasing the features that make IONA the controller of choice for smarter, connected buildings. IONA controller: Effortless Integration with Flexible IO At the heart of IONA lies flexible input/output (IO), designed to make integration seamless. Whether you’re connecting new systems or upgrading existing ones, IONA gives you the confidence […]
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Uncategorized5 December 2025
At Christmas, operational buildings such as garden centres are under huge pressure, thousands of building users and customers, multiple systems running at once, and no room for delays. From seasonal peaks in heating, lighting and tracking footfall to the everyday coordination of multiple systems, performance and reliability are non‑negotiable. That’s where the IONA controller stands out. So, in true Christmas […]
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