Smart Home and Building Automation

Smart home and building automation technologies are transforming how people live and work. From lighting, HVAC and access control to security, fire safety and energy management, connected systems must be reliable, interoperable and standards compliant. With fast-moving consumer preferences, frequent product refreshes and complex regulatory requirements, OEMs need EMS partners that deliver agility, scalability and consistent quality.

How We Can Help – Our Solutions

From concept to production, we enable reliable, connected smart home and building automation devices:

  • End-to-End Build – PCBA, cable assemblies and complete box-build – including enclosure assembly, power integration and firmware programming
  • Wireless & IoT Expertise – Multi-protocol integration, antenna design and RF testing
  • Durability Options – Automated conformal coating and encapsulation for devices in challenging environments
  • Test Engineering – Customised RF, functional and safety testing, with full device serialisation for traceability
  • Flexible NPI Support – Rapid prototyping, pilot runs and structured scaling to volume
  • Global Supply Chain Strength – UK and EU facilities backed by strong distributor networks for critical components
  • Compliance Support – CE, UKCA, FCC and smart building standards guidance integrated into build processes
Challenges

Designing electronics for smart homes and buildings comes with demanding challenges:

  • Supporting connected, multi-protocol devices with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Z-Wave, and Thread/Matter standards
  • Ensuring energy-efficient, safe designs for both mains-powered and low-voltage applications
  • Scaling high-mix, medium to high-volume production efficiently
  • Meeting regulatory and compliance requirements (CE, UKCA, FCC, and regional building automation standards)
  • Managing supply chains for fast-changing BOMs and frequent technology updates
Markets at a Glance

Key Benefits / Outcomes

EC Electronics gives you the edge to:

  • Turn connected concepts into reliable, market-ready devices
  • Scale production quickly to meet fast-moving consumer demand
  • Ensure compliance and performance across multi-protocol, connected products
  • Reduce risk with secure, resilient supply chains and traceable testing

Typical Applications that we support

  • Lighting and HVAC controllers

  • Access control and security systems

  • Smart thermostats and energy meters

  • Building management gateways

  • Connected sensors and actuators

  • Fire and safety systems

Smart home and building automation demand electronics that are connected, reliable and compliant

Partner with EC Electronics to bring your products to market quickly and confidently

Smart home and building automation demand electronics that are connected, reliable and compliant

Partner with EC Electronics to bring your products to market quickly and confidently