LumenRadio launches Compact: no more excuses for not choosing wireless in building automation
LumenRadio, a leader in wireless connectivity for building automation, has announced the launch of Compact, the newest member of its W-Modbus and W-BACnet product families. Compact sets a new benchmark for building automation retrofits combining a minimal footprint with effortless installation – challenging the preconception that cables are the obvious choice.
Wireless that just works
Compact was built with one mission: to save time and money for installers tackling large-scale retrofit projects. With its snap-on installation, screw terminals and auto-baud functionality, Compact drastically reduces installation time. Installers can simply connect four wires, power up and move on to the next device – making it ideal for projects with hundreds of rooms or controllers.
“Compact is for the installer who needs to complete 400 hotel rooms in days or retrofit a university on a tight budget. It’s small enough to fit inside a junction box, yet powerful enough to replace cables across entire buildings. With Compact, we’re proving that wireless can beat cable in terms of installation speed and flexibility.”
Carl Wäppling, Product Manager, LumenRadio
Compact joins LumenRadio’s proven lineup of Wall Mount and DIN Rail devices which replace the BACnet MS/TP and Modbus RTU cables with pure wireless communication. They have become trusted tools for a whole range of building automation projects, such as connecting rooftop units or retrofitting HVAC systems in multi-tenant buildings.
Troubleshooting made simple
Anyone who’s ever spent hours chasing faults on a Modbus or BACnet line knows the pain – like checking every bulb on a Christmas tree until you find the one that’s broken. Compact eliminates that guesswork.
“With LumenRadio’s mobile app, installers can instantly identify problem devices and fix them on the spot. No DIP switches, no complex configuration – just LEDs for confirmation and a plug-and-play setup that makes troubleshooting a joy instead of a headache.”
Carl Wäppling, Product Manager, LumenRadio
Designed with sustainability in mind
Compact is also LumenRadio’s first eco-designed product:
- PCB Manufacturing: Boards produced in factories powered by a larger proportion of renewable electricity, reducing CO2 emissions from electronics manufacturing by roughly 50%.
- Plastic Enclosure: Made from bio-based plastics derived from renewable biological sources (such as recycled cooking oils or food waste), delivering a 90% CO2 reduction compared to traditional enclosures.
- Packaging: 100% recycled paper, cutting packaging emissions significantly.
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is in process, aligning with ISO standards and ensuring full transparency for customers seeking sustainable building certifications.
“We believe building automation should not only save energy in operation but also minimize impact in production. Compact is proof that high performance and sustainability can go hand in hand.”
Carl Wäppling, Product Manager, LumenRadio
No more excuses
Real-world projects with LumenRadio’s toolbox of Wireless BACnet and Wireless Modbus products are already show savings of up to 90% compared to traditional cabling, with installers completing in hours what once took days in terms of drilling, wiring and troubleshooting.
“Many system integrators have been burned by other wireless solutions in the past. We understand that. That’s why our message is simple: No more excuses. Try Compact and see for yourself that it just works.”
Carl Wäppling, Product Manager, LumenRadio
Check out the product pages for the W-Modbus Compact and the W-BACnet Compact.
