Facility Prime for iOS

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The Facility PrimeTM application is a building management iPad application for interaction with the APOGEE Building Automation System (BAS)....

The Facility PrimeTM application is a building management iPad application for interaction with the APOGEE Building Automation System (BAS). Facility Prime is a blank framework when downloaded and utilizes customized screens created in Facility Prime Editor. After configuration, Facility Prime enables quick, mobile interaction to view only or view and command environmental conditions and HVAC control systems. Facility Prime goes beyond accessing data and provides two-way interaction between users and the building automation system.IMPORTANT NOTE: The Facility Prime application requires configuration and graphic development using the Facility Prime Editor application. Significant knowledge of the BAS is required for configuration of the screens and point data. Key Features Connect with a Wi-Fi network to BACnet/IP or Siemens APOGEE P2 Ethernet field panels.The Graphics tab in Facility Prime, allows users to monitor real-time environmental conditions and HVAC equipment that has been linked to their graphics. Facility Prime hosted on an iPad is an ideal interface for non-facilities employees that may need access to live system data.The Scan function opens a scanning feature to utilize QR (Quick Response) Barcodes to navigate to graphics.After proper access credentials are authenticated with an APOGEE field panel, a user can command points (e.g. data values and device settings) and equipment. Commands made from Facility Prime can be logged in the APOGEE Insight System Activity Log.Facility Prime Editor (sold as a separate app) comes with all the features of Facility Prime plus the ability to create and manage graphics. Protocol Specific:BACnet/IP network at least 1 APOGEE BACnet/IP field panel (BTL certified B-BC) requiredP2/IP DI, DO, AI, AO point types only Configuration of the application including graphics creation and Building Automation System point linking is required and can be implemented using the Facility Prime Editor version or contracted from local Siemens offices that supply the APOGEE system.Target Audience: Facilities Staff, Energy Managers, Department Staff, and Occupants needing access to Building Automation and Environmental data.Target Industries: Universities, Biotech/Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturing, Data Centers, Healthcare, Office Building, and any other commercial building. Please direct your questions, feedback, comments, and suggestions to Facilityprime.industry@siemens.com. You may also visit our website at www.usa.siemens.com/facilityprime.