Is your motion sensor not working as you expected? The issue might not be a defect, but a misunderstanding of its purpose. Energy-saving sensors are designed for comfort and efficiency, with forgiving timeouts, while security sensors are built for instant, aggressive threat detection. Understanding this key difference is crucial for choosing the right tool for the job and avoiding frustration with a system that is performing exactly as it was designed.

The promise of the intelligent workplace often begins with lighting. It is a simple, elegant idea: a space that anticipates your presence, illuminating your path and conserving energy when you depart.

For anyone who shares their home with an animal, the promise of a “pet-immune” motion sensor feels like a straightforward solution to a complex problem.

For any property manager staring at a capital expenditure request, the appeal of occupancy sensors is immediate and powerful. The logic seems unassailable: lights and HVAC systems running in empty rooms are a pure waste of money.

There is a particular kind of frustration every installer knows. It’s the moment a seemingly straightforward job, one pairing a motion sensor with modern LED fixtures and a dimmer, goes sideways.