We are pleased to announce the successful completion of testing the SAPC/HEMS device at the Smart Meters > Smart Homes lab, as part of the Smart Metering Internet of Things (SMIOTS) project.
The SAPC / HEMS (Standalone Auxiliary Proportional Controller / Home Energy Management System) is a cutting-edge device developed to intelligently control domestic energy loads. Its primary function is to help maintain grid stability, particularly during peak energy demand periods, by optimizing the household’s energy usage.
The SAPC / HEMS gathers internal conditions data and uses this to schedule the operation of in-situ Low Carbon Technologies (LCTs). This approach contributes to broader energy system resilience and improves household energy management.
What makes this solution unique is its secure integration with the Smart Data Communications Company (DCC) network. This allows the SAPC / HEMS to transmit household sensor data back to the energy supplier through the cybersecure DCC infrastructure — a critical requirement for the future of connected energy systems.
The Salford Smart Home (SSH) facility, part of the SMSH lab, is proud to be the first domestic setting where the SAPC / HEMS device has been installed and tested successfully. This real-world testing represents a significant step forward in demonstrating the potential of smart, connected homes to play an active role in our transition to Net Zero.
We extend our sincere thanks to Hildebrand Technology for their outstanding leadership and management of this complex and innovative project. We would also like to thank our partners Smart DCC and Utilita Energy and the funder of this project: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) for their investment in research and innovation projects that are helping transform our housing stock into vital components of tomorrow’s smart cities infrastructure.
The success of the SMIOTS project showcases how collaborative innovation can deliver tangible progress in creating a smarter, more sustainable energy future.