Drayton, a UK-based manufacturer of heating controls and smart home systems, is extending its Wiser system, introducing a range of new smart home devices with the aim to create an all-in-one system for home automation.
The new products of Wiser 2nd Generation include the company’s Smoke Alarm, Window and Door Sensor, Water Leakage Sensor, Temperature and Humidity Sensor, Motion Sensor, Lighting Dimmer Micromodule, Shades Control Micromodule, and Power Micromodule – and all of these devices are able to be managed via the Wiser Home app.
The Window/Door Sensor detects the status of windows and doors and sends this information to the Wiser Home app, providing notifications if the status changes when the user is away from home. This information can also trigger automations or ‘Moments’, for example turning off the heating if a window is open in order to save wasted energy.
Meanwhile, the Temperature/Humidity Sensor can be used as a lower cost alternative to the Wiser Room Thermostat, enabling users to monitor the temperature and humidity remotely via the app. When automations are set up, the system can trigger other devices in response to environmental changes.
The Water Leakage Sensor alerts homeowners via a notification on the app and by sounding an alarm if triggered. Additionally, tailor-made automations can be created based on the detection of water.
The Wiser Motion Sensor provides a way for homeowners to create automations within the home. For instance, if motion is detected in the living room the lamp will turn on, or if motion is detected while the user is away from home, it will send a notification to the app.
The smoke alarm and all sensors are battery powered, with no wiring necessary.
Both the Lighting Dimmer and Shades Control micromodules enable control via the app as well as with Automations or Moments. Additionally, the Power Micromodule can be used for switching resistive loads, such as a hot water tank. It offers scheduling on the app and users can also view the current power consumption by the load. Loads controlled by the power micromodule may also benefit from ‘Away Mode’ to reduce wasted energy consumption.
The Wiser 2nd Generation HubR is the ‘brains’ of the new system. Available in 1, 2, and 3 channel variants, it allows heating control and, combined with the new devices, seeks to enable complete home automation.
As previously mentioned, all elements of the system can be controlled via the app, which has recently been updated with a new dashboard. This provides quick access to favourite devices and modes. Plus, homeowners can get personalised tips and advice about how to reduce their energy use, shared on the new home screen.
Merlin Milner, Product Owner for Water-based Systems at Drayton comments, “We are excited to be expanding the Wiser system with the launch of these new sensors and micromodules. The UK is currently ranked 3rd highest for household penetration for smart homes globally, which demonstrates the opportunities available to installers. With these new launches, Wiser becomes the all-in-one solution capable of managing more than just the heating system that installers can rely on to meet their customers’ needs.”
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