Welcome to InSentiv

Your Partner in Smart Energy Management for PBSA Operators

Prepare your property for the cold, unlock new revenue streams, and take control of your building's operating costs. InSentiv helps you save significantly, create a comfortable environment for your residents, and enforce fair use policies. Discover how our innovative platform can revolutionise your PBSA’s energy management – with proven savings of 40% -75% on electric heating costs.

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Total energy consumption 3160KW

Total energy cost £1327.20

Sustainable. Efficient. Economical.

Benefits

The power to control your operating costs

Automating the operation of buildings with InSentiv leads to significant savings. Users can reduce energy and maintenance costs, enjoy improved utility and functional control, and become more ecologically responsible.

Lower operating costs

Enjoy green credentials

Improve sustainability

Enable proactive maintenance

Better compliance

Increase property desirability and reduce vacancies

Enforce fair use policies: Maintain control over energy usage with customisable rules, ensuring a fair and equitable distribution of resources among your student residents.

Automate. Operate. Save.

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Features

The smart way to optimise your heating and energy

Developed at the request of clients in the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation and Build To Rent sectors, all InSentiv’s components can be easily installed into new builds or retrofitted into existing structures, with control and automation technologies integrated into this one software environment.

Electric heating control & monitoring

The power is in your hands

Designed in collaboration with Totem Systems, the Totem products, integrated through InSentiv, provide direct visibility and control of energy consumption at room/socket level to occupiers, owners, management companies, and consultants within the rapidly growing PBSA and BTR/Private Rental Sectors.

Up to 75% savings

InSentiv's electric heating control and monitoring system can lead to substantial savings of 40% - 75% on heating costs, ensuring your PBSA operates more efficiently and cost-effectively.

Individual room control

InSentiv enables individual room control and monitoring for electric heating via The Cloud, allowing precise temperature management and customised comfort for each resident.

Network existing heaters

InSentiv can seamlessly network with existing heaters, modernising older systems to prevent unnecessary heating when rooms are unoccupied, resulting in significant energy savings.

Enhance sustainability & ESG Compliance

InSentiv optimises electric heating, reducing energy waste, and promoting sustainability and ESG compliance, enhancing your PBSA’s green credentials and reputation as a responsible operator.

Real-time reports

Gain access to real-time reports and data on energy usage, allowing for informed decision-making and the ability to identify opportunities for further energy optimisation.

Safeguard against rising energy costs

InSentiv’s Booster feature ensures steady, predictable operating costs by efficiently managing heating and energy usage, safeguarding operators against the unpredictable fluctuations in electricity expenses.

Fair use policy enforcement

InSentiv empowers you to enforce and manage fair use policies effectively, guaranteeing that students adhere to energy usage guidelines outlined in their contracts.

Improved property desirability

InSentiv’s advanced heating control enhances the desirability of your properties, attracting residents looking for energy-efficient and comfortable living spaces.

Reduce vacancies

A comfortable and energy-efficient environment created by InSentiv can reduce vacancies, maximising your PBSA’s occupancy rates and revenue potential.

Effortless retrofitting & smooth installation

InSentiv seamlessly integrates into existing properties, offering an installation process that is both simple and trouble-free, allowing you to swiftly integrate our energy management solution into your PBSA without complications or delays.

AUTOMATED EMERGENCY LIGHTING TESTS

Ensuring safety through technology

Ensuring emergency lighting is operable and compliant to BS5266 standards is of huge importance, especially in high footfall environments and large-scale, multi-storey buildings. Wireless devices are provided with emergency lighting luminaires to undertake tests remotely and securely, then store the results in the InSentiv Cloud and send them on when needed.

Ensures compliance with BS5266

Remote testing removes the need for test visits

Reduces manpower costs

LIGHTING CONTROL IN PUBLIC & PRIVATE AREAS

Switched-on technology

Reduce waste and inefficiency in energy usage in communal areas and public spaces through lighting control. By monitoring lights and sensors, InSentiv enables data- driven decisions to achieve greater savings.

Occupancy sensing

Daylight harvesting

High-end trim (dimming)

Personal dimming control

Plugload Control

HVAC Integration

LEAK DETECTION

Detecting issues before they become problems

InSentiv will notify the building operator if a leak is detected, therefore mitigating any potential water damage. Early warnings are transmitted to a cloud platform then passed on via SMS and email, with repeated alerts until site attendance has been confirmed.

Alerts via SMS or email repeatedly until resolved

Warns building operator of a leak

Wireless leak detection

Opportunity to fix the leak before costly water damage

ENERGY MONITORING

See your energy in a new light

Using smart technology to improve upon what we use and how we use it is both economically and environmentally beneficial. InSentiv can offer invaluable insight into where greater efficiencies and savings can be achieved, and its automated management and target feature not only provide data to identify energy use but also a strategy to reduce it.

Reduces overall usage

Offers accurate submetering

Monitors and controls entire building usage

Provides automated management and targeting

Saves cost by identifying habits and changing behaviors

Upcoming Features

The next level in building management technology

At Sensory Energy, we are always looking for ways to improve our intelligent solutions. InSentiv will be constantly developed, bringing new features which uphold this ethos. The current development roadmap includes the following:

Air Quality Monitoring

Water Metering

Waste Management

Automated Legionella Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers

At InSentiv, we understand that making informed decisions about energy management is crucial. That's why we've compiled a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions to provide you with the information you need. If you can't find what you're looking for, our team is always here to assist you. Explore our FAQs to gain insights into our innovative solutions and how they can transform your energy management.

InSentiv enhances your ESG performance by offering comprehensive data on energy consumption reduction, sustainability enhancements, and compliance with energy regulations. It enables you to monitor and report on your PBSA's contributions to environmental conservation, social responsibility, and governance adherence.

How can InSentiv help improve our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance, and what specific ESG metrics does it track?

InSentiv's electric heating control system is a game-changer when it comes to optimising heating efficiency. It operates at the room and socket level, providing unparalleled precision and control. This precision doesn't just mean savings; it means savings of up to 30% on heating costs.

How does InSentiv's electric heating control and monitoring system achieve potential savings of up to 30% on heating costs, and what level of customisation does it offer for room-specific comfort, including unique features like the Intelltune module for north and south-facing heaters?

InSentiv offers retrofit capabilities, allowing it to be seamlessly integrated into existing buildings without causing disruption or damage. Our user-friendly setup minimises any potential risks, and our team provides expert guidance to ensure a hassle-free installation experience.

How does InSentiv handle the installation process for existing buildings, and is there any risk of damage to the building during installation?

InSentiv's leak detection feature notifies building operators of any detected leaks, offering early warnings to mitigate potential water damage. The system transmits alerts via SMS and email repeatedly until the issue is resolved, reducing the risk of extensive and costly water damage.

How does InSentiv's leak detection feature work, and what advantages does it offer in terms of early warning and mitigation of water damage?

InSentiv offers valuable insights into energy usage through smart technology. It provides data on consumption habits, identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements, and offers a strategy to reduce overall usage. This data-driven approach allows you to make informed decisions and save on operational costs.

What types of data and insights can InSentiv provide regarding energy usage, and how can this information be leveraged to achieve greater efficiency and cost savings?

InSentiv's continuous development roadmap includes exciting features like Air Quality Monitoring, Water Metering, Waste Management, and Automated Legionella Compliance. These features aim to further enhance sustainability, safety, and efficiency within your PBSA, offering a comprehensive solution for intelligent energy management.

Could you elaborate on the upcoming features mentioned for InSentiv, such as Air Quality Monitoring, Water Metering, Waste Management, and Automated Legionella Compliance?

InSentiv ensures safety through technology by providing wireless devices with emergency lighting luminaires. These devices conduct tests remotely, ensuring compliance with BS5266 standards. The results are stored in the InSentiv Cloud and can be retrieved as needed, reducing manpower costs and enhancing safety.

How does InSentiv address safety concerns, particularly with regards to emergency lighting tests and compliance with BS5266 standards?

InSentiv actively reduces energy waste in communal areas and public spaces through lighting control. By monitoring lights and sensors, InSentiv enables data-driven decisions to achieve greater savings. This includes occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, high-end trim (dimming), personal dimming control, plugload control, and HVAC integration.

Can you explain the role of InSentiv in monitoring and controlling lighting in communal areas and public spaces? How does it contribute to energy savings in these areas?

InSentiv's advanced heating control enhances property desirability by creating a comfortable and energy-efficient environment. Residents seeking energy-efficient and comfortable living spaces are attracted to properties equipped with InSentiv. This can lead to a reduction in vacancies, maximising occupancy rates and revenue potential for Property Management professionals.

What makes InSentiv an ideal solution for Property Management professionals, and how can it improve property desirability while reducing vacancies?

About Us

Sensory: Pioneers in Energy Efficiency Solutions

A brief history

Over the last 10 years, we have provided clients with simple, sophisticated technology systems through our sister company Sensory International. Our objectives are clear. We strive to reduce your energy usage, your carbon footprint and your costs. Typically we realise savings of around 30%, if not more, in new and old properties, manufacturing sites, retail units and onboard vessels, always adding fresh perspective to energy saving solutions

The Sensory approach

We can help channel your energy more positively. We provide solutions for new build and retrofit projects, tiered to meet your specific requirements. Typically, our systems control light, heat and power in a more defined manner, reducing energy use in keeping with the nature of the business or environment that its in and the behaviour of the people living or working within it.