by Adrian Barber | Sep 29, 2026 | Irus, Student accommodation
Every PBSA operator has data. Meter readings, maintenance logs, temperature records, energy reports. What most don’t have is a simple answer to the question that actually matters: Is this building doing well, and what would it take to make it better?...
by Adrian Barber | Sep 28, 2026 | Irus, Student accommodation
Camden Court is an on-campus student accommodation building in Newcastle upon Tyne, operated by Unite Students in partnership with Northumbria University. Home to over 350 students, it offers en-suite rooms with private bedroom and bathroom and shared kitchens and...
by Adrian Barber | Sep 23, 2026 | BTR/Co-Living, Irus
Recently at a tech exhibition AI was the buzz word on every stand. Every banner, every demo, every conversation. But behind the headlines, much of it felt like technology for its own sake. AI was bolted on not because it helped the end user, but because it helped the...
by Adrian Barber | Jul 8, 2026 | Company news
A strong first half of 2026 The first six months of 2026 have been some of the busiest in Prefect Controls’ history. We’ve expanded our team, delivered new projects across the UK, launched new products, strengthened strategic partnerships and, most...
by Adrian Barber | Jul 6, 2026 | Case studies, Heating Control, Irus, Student accommodation
UPDATE: With a full 12-months data analysed, the total energy Saving at The Metal Works is a remarkable 37% – a total reduction of 561,718kWh. Helen Kings from inhabeo commented “This project highlights how Irus can unlock substantial efficiencies in a...