CS-Lab | Bosch Rexroth ctrlX AUTOMATION & MBS:
Connecting systems intelligently
When industrial and building automation speak the same language.
Modern buildings and facilities generate valuable data every day.
However, industrial automation and building automation often still operate in separate system environments. This complicates integration, increases engineering effort, and prevents end-to-end processes.
Together, CS-Lab and MBS are creating a solution that bridges these worlds.
The Challenge
Machinery, equipment, and buildings continuously generate data.
In order for this data to be used, different systems must be able to communicate reliably with one another.
Without standardized interfaces, the following issues arise:
Media breaks
Additional integration effort
Higher project costs
Limited transparency
CS-Lab and MBS are collaborating to expand the ctrlX AUTOMATION platform with powerful BACnet integration.
The BACnet app for ctrlX AUTOMATION provides data from the ctrlX Data Layer as standardized BACnet objects.
This makes it easy and efficient to connect industrial systems to BACnet-based building automation systems.
The result
Direct BACnet integration for ctrlX AUTOMATION
Faster integration of industrial and building automation
Reduced engineering effort
Open and future-proof architecture
Scalable licensing models
Greater interoperability
Support for modern BACnet standards
In addition to integrating the ctrlX data layers, the solution supports BACnet/IP (IPv4) and BACnet/SC, thereby laying the foundation for secure and future-proof communication within modern BACnet infrastructures.
Typical areas of application
Smart Buildings
Industrial facilities
Production sites
Campus Solutions
OEM platforms
Digital Infrastructure
Achieving more together
CS-Lab brings its expertise in developing high-performance BACnet software solutions to the table.
MBS complements this expertise with decades of experience in BACnet, building automation, and interoperability.
Together, we are developing a solution that intelligently integrates industrial and building automation based on open standards.
Open to the future.
Digital transformation doesn’t stop at system boundaries. It begins where data can flow freely and securely between facilities, buildings, and platforms.
Want to learn more?
Talk to our experts about BACnet, ctrlX AUTOMATION, and open automation architectures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BACnet?
BACnet is an open communication standard for building automation. It enables the exchange of data between different systems and devices, regardless of the manufacturer.
What is ctrlX AUTOMATION?
ctrlX AUTOMATION is Bosch Rexroth’s open automation platform. It combines traditional PLC functionality with modern IT and IoT technologies to enable flexible automation solutions.
How can ctrlX systems be connected to BACnet?
The BACnet app for ctrlX AUTOMATION makes data from the ctrlX Data Layer available as BACnet objects. This allows them to be integrated directly into BACnet networks.
What advantages does BACnet offer for industrial applications?
BACnet enables standardized communication between industrial plants and building management systems. This results in seamless data flows and greater transparency.
What applications is the BACnet app for ctrlX AUTOMATION suitable for?
The solution is suitable for smart buildings, industrial facilities, campus solutions, production sites, and OEM platforms where building and industrial automation need to be integrated.
Does BACnet integration require the installation of additional hardware?
No. BACnet integration takes place directly within the ctrlX Ecosystem via the corresponding software app.
Which BACnet functions are supported?
The BACnet app provides data points from the ctrlX Data Layer as standardized BACnet objects and enables communication with BACnet-based management and automation systems.
