by Adrian Barber | Oct 16, 2025 | BTR/Co-Living, Heating Control, Irus, Student accommodation
We have recently undertaken a couple of retrofit projects and installed Irus only 2 years after the buildings opened. Combined, a total of £200K was saved in energy costs, and heating load halved in the first year of Irus taking control. This sort of saving should be...
by Adrian Barber | Oct 14, 2025 | Insight, Irus, Student accommodation
Supplementary, additional, or plug-in heaters are an easy and cheap way for residents to increase the temperature in their rooms. However, if they are NOT responsible for paying the energy bill directly, they are acting irresponsibly, in more ways than one. ...
by Adrian Barber | Oct 1, 2025 | Insight
Hot water tanks are an essential part of commercial water heating systems in multi-occupancy properties such as student accommodation, hotels and hostels. They heat and store hot water until it is needed for bathing, cleaning, or other uses. While these tanks provide...
by Adrian Barber | Sep 25, 2025 | BTR/Co-Living, Heating Control, Irus, Metering
Prefect Controls has expanded its Irus energy management ecosystem beyond PBSA into the Built-to-Rent (BTR) and Co-Living sectors, where intelligent control, efficiency, and sustainability are critical to both operators and residents. A tried and tested...
by Adrian Barber | Sep 23, 2025 | Insight, SmartTank
Hot water is a staple of modern living, providing warmth and convenience for bathing, cleaning, and a variety of household needs. To ensure that this supply is reliable, safe, and energy-efficient, one small but vital component is often overlooked: the hot water tank...
