VCI Controls Inc., Nepean, Ontario

Address: 400-38 Antares Dr.
Nepean, ON K2E 7V2
CA

Mailling Address: 6-286 Attwell Dr.
Etobicoke, ON M9W 5B2
CA

Phone: (905) 873-7953

Fax: (613) 226-2203

VCI Controls Inc.

VCI Controls: Bringing Electronic Technology and Construction
Together

Construction and high technology are two words you don't often
hear in the same sentence. A computer seems out of place in the
world of hard-hats, cranes and girders. The developers of most
automated systems are more familiar with computers and software
than with the complexities of a major construction project while
most control equipment manufacturers are only familiar with
construction.

At VCI Controls, we understand both these technical disciplines.
We engineer, manufacture, install and service automated systems
designed specifically for the energy management and building
control markets. Our project managers have construction
backgrounds and our software engineers wear hard-hats. Our
installers are engineers, electricians, fitters and electronics
technicians. We're the largest Canadian-owned company providing
Canadian designed and manufactured electronic building control
systems and we've been meeting the needs of our Building
Automation clients since 1979. Our systems are installed across
Canada, in buildings as small as 20,000 sq. ft. and as large as
The Museum of Civilization. We are controlling the environment
and saving energy costs for a diverse client list including
schools, airports, hospitals and government and commercial
office
buildings.

Over the years, we've worked hard to develop a complete approach
to Building Controls, incorporating all aspects of system
delivery from Engineering, to Manufacturing, to Installation and
Service with a commitment to ongoing Research and Development.
Our goal is to ensure that VCI Controls is the electronic
building controls supplier for today's requirements... and
tomorrow's.

Manufacturing :
VCI Controls' manufacturing staff is totally familiar with the
production of electronic building control equipment. In
keeping
with VCI's philosophy of applying the most recent technologies,
we use state-of-the-art production methods including CAD / CAM
techniques to design printed circuit boards. Metal work is
performed on computerized NC Machines. Working out of our
plant
in Nepean, Ontario, the manufacturing staff build and test all
the components of our systems including our recently introduced
product, the 9100. Stringent quality assurance tests are
applied
to all components prior to shipment to site. VCI's electronic
building control systems have been designed to meet the widest
range of specifications and industry standards possible.
However,
should our clients have specialized requirements, our
manufacturing and engineering groups will design and build
custom
components.

Engineering :
The success of any project is determined during the planning
stage. Time spent in evaluating needs and developing solutions
means time saved during installation and lower maintenance
costs.
Most importantly, good planning results in customer
satisfaction.
VCI Controls employs a full staff of engineers to plan and
design the most efficient, cost manufacturing effective system
for our clients.

Application Engineers:
Evaluate client needs and ensure our system is configured to
meet
all project requirements.

Hardware Engineers:
Ensure the most recent, but proven, technology is considered
when
engineering the system.

Software Engineers:
Ensure our software incorporates state-of-the-art technology
while maintaining the maximum flexibility, capability,
reliability and ease of use for our clients.

Instrumentation Engineers:
Ensure our customers get the advantages of the most reliable,
accurate, cost-effective instrumentation and equipment
available.

Installation :
From co-ordinating schedules with other construction trades to
ensuring specifications have been carefully reviewed by both
local and factory engineering staff, our project managers work
with the client to ensure a smooth installation.
Operating from a construction trailer at the job site or from
our
local office, we will install all electronic or pneumatic
equipment, instrumentation, wiring, conduit and computers. There
is no aspect of installing a control system which our trained
personnel are not prepared to undertake. VCI has a permanent
staff of electricians, fitters and electronics technicians.
These
careful, experienced installation crews are directed by Project
Managers familiar with construction and backed up by management
and technical expertise at our local branch offices. Factory
expertise is also available when required. A job is never
complete until we have verified all aspects of the system are
operating properly and to our client's satisfaction. To the
project managers at VCI, installation also extends to training
of client personnel both in a classroom environment and at the
client's site. We want our clients to understand the system
as
well as we do.

Service :
VCI believes that system flexibility extends to choice of after-
sale service options. We provide our clients with a wide range
of
service options, from a training program for the 'do-it-
yourself'
to complete facilities management for those requiring a
comprehensive service contract. Whichever combination you
choose,
our trained and experienced staff of technicians are available
24
hours a day backed by a complete inventory of replacement parts
located at our offices. Service staff also have round the clock
access to factory personnel and to our large factory inventory.

At VCI, we not only service what we sell, we will assume
responsibility for equipment supplied by others. Our staff are
factory trained in electronics, pneumatic instrumentation,
control applications and computer software technology to provide
a complete service offering.

Research and Development:
In today's world of advancing technology, VCI Controls is
dedicated to making those advances work for our clients. The
first direct digital control (DDC), all-electronic building
automation system in Canada was installed by VCI. And our
investment in new technologies continues.

Our most recent product addition, the 9100 Networked Energy
Management System, is the result of an effort by a development
team with expertise in electronics, instrumentation, software
and
control applications. Building on the success of our 8100
series,
the 9100 features advanced networking facilities, allowing full
distributed capabilities throughout the building.

VCI Controls... combining high technology and building control
expertise to bring the computer to the construction site.

Branch Offices:
Toronto
Moncton
Fredericton

Company Details

Year Established: 1979

Total Sales ($CDN): $100,000 - $200,000

Number of Employees: 50

Products

Computer Communications Interface Equipment

Measuring & Meas/Controlling Inst Nes

Data Acquisition Systems, Nes

9100 Networked Energy Management Control System
ENVISION Building Automation System Networked Energy Management Control System provides unprecedented power, flexibility, and ease-of-use. It features a full Windows Graphical User Interface with 'point and shoot' operation controlled by the click of a mouse. ENVISIONis the latest in a series of ground-breaking control systems engineered by VCI Controls - a series started in l980 with the first all-electronic, direct digital control system in the industry. In keeping with our commitment to our existing client base, VCI designed ENVISION to be compatible with all current VCI installations. With ENVISION, VCI continues its commitment to providing customers with the most advanced Building Automation Systems. Operator Workstation The OWS allows complete facility management of all system functions right down to individual control points. Based upon a 386 IBM-PC (or compatible) technology and running Windows, it provides a Graphical User Interface, (point and shoot) for all functions. It has plenty of power to spare - letting you open windows to concurrently run third party software such as spreadsheets or word processing. Graphics can be imported from CAD systems for visual continuity. VCI Enhanced Controller The VECcontains all of the control and energy conservation algorithms. It can operate as a networked device or as a standalone controller. In networked mode, it can be controlled, interrogated and re-programmed from the OWS or LWS. Small installations can be serviced by a single VEC operated through a laptop workstation. High-speed OWS Network The high-speed network operates at speeds up to 10/100 MB / sec over a variety of transmission media. The OWS network supports either the ARCnet or Ethernet architecture. Laptop Workstation The LWS provides 'on the spot' workstation capability where you need it and when you need it. The LWS can be connected directly to an individual VEC for complete access and control for the entire facility. The LWS is ideal for troubleshooting and maintenance work. Remote access is available via modem. Field Interface Devices FID modules are networked together to the VEC. Failure of one module on the network does not affect communication or operation of any other module on the network. Diagnostics are built into each module of the FID to provide ease of maintenance. This design architecture allows installation of modules in close proximity to field instrumentation thus providing significant savings in wiring costs. Future system expansion and installation are also made easier by this module design. 9100 Protocol Communication Gateway Application Specific Controllers 9100 ASCs provide standalone control and monitoring functions for applications such as compartment units, Vav boxes and heat pumps. In networked mode, they can be controlled, interrogated and re- programmed from the VEC, LWS, or OWS. Summary of Features Operator Workstation IBM-PC (or compatible) running windows Multiple workstations communicating via OWS network Full colour graphics screen with mouse driven GUI On-line programming Open windows to concurrently run third party software Complete facility management of all system functions VEC True multi-tasking, multi-user capability Totally standalone, contains all control and energy conservation programs Single VECControl for small installations Networked VECs via PCU LAN Exception reporting provides fast response times High Speed OWS Network High speed communication network Ethernet LAN operates at 10/100MB / sec Operates over a variety of transmission media Application Specific Controllers and Field Interface Devices Standalone DDC control at ASC units A variety of interchangeable modules available Module failures do not affect remaining modules Networked to minimize wiring costs and maximize reliability Microprocessor controlled, all solid-state construction Laptop Workstation Portable and powerful Based on IBM-PC compatible laptop design Can be connected directly to an individual VEC or FID Ideal for troubleshooting and maintenance Remote communications via modem

VCI Controls Inc.

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