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🔧 The Project

Client: The U.S. Army Reserve

The U.S. Army Reserve launched a strategic initiative to connect building-level control systems across its portfolio to a centralized server. This was to enable global analytics and leverage advanced building controls across its facilities. As part of the initial pilot phase, four Maryland sites—totaling 10 buildings—were selected.

WingleWare, a subcontractor to Drew Investment Group (DIG), was tasked with identifying local facility needs and delivering a fully integrated controls upgrade. Responsibilities included:

  • Site assessments.
  • Installation of communicating thermostats and DDC controllers.
  • JACE integration and connectivity to the Army’s network.
  • Modernization of building logic.

🧪 The Solution

Client: The U.S. Army Reserve
✅ Site Readiness & Controls Strategy

WingleWare began with a Site Readiness Assessment at all four locations. Findings led to a detailed plan that focused on:

  • Necessary repairs and upgrades.
  • Selection of communication infrastructure.
  • Reprogramming building logic for improved humidity and temperature control.
🏗️ Improved Controls System
  • Replaced outdated thermostats with communicating thermostats.
  • Installed new DDC controllers and JACE 9000s.
  • Phased out legacy systems (e.g., Trane BCU).
  • Deployed new CAT6 drops to connect with the Army network.
  • Added relays and enclosures as needed.
⚙️ Upgraded Performance
  • Implemented Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) and Optimum Start/Stop (OSS).
  • Deployed humidity and zone temperature sensors.
  • Enhanced humidity control and alarming logic.
  • Enabled Reflow-integrated scheduling and alarm management.
  • Integrated utility meters (electric, gas, water) for performance metrics.
👁️ Improved Visibility & Remote Management
  • Installed Niagara Mods Reflow Site module for graphical system monitoring.
  • Developed 3D floorplans, zone layouts, and equipment graphics.
  • Enabled data trending, analytics, and tagging.
  • Installed local panel-mounted HMIs.
  • Delivered full as-built documentation, including network diagrams, point lists, and sequences.

📊 The Impact

Client: The U.S. Army Reserve

The integration delivered measurable benefits:

  • Remote monitoring of building systems.
  • Faster issue resolution with reduced need for site visits.
  • Improved occupant comfort and humidity control.
  • Energy efficiency gains during peak hours.
  • Enhanced preventative maintenance planning.

💬 Customer Feedback

Client: The U.S. Army Reserve

“WingleWare was the subcontractor on this project and provided exemplary customer service. Our team has continued to reach out to them as the user interface continues to identify new opportunities, and WingleWare has helped us achieve excellent ratings from the US Army Reserve.”
— Jon Yarusso, Drew Investment Group