Make Your Buildings Smarter
HVAC and Refrigeration Visibility and Control
- Save Time and Money
- Get Ahead of Issues
- Cut Energy Costs
- Reduce Surprises
- Streamline Control
- Secure and Reliable
Cognition is the Trusted Partner for
Restaurants, Government, and Commercial Facilities Nationwide
Get Results with Smart Commercial Thermostats
Running a commercial building shouldn’t be complicated or stressful. Simplify your operations with smart commercial thermostats designed for smaller commercial buildings. Whether you want to improve energy efficiency, reduce surprises, or leverage historical data to inform investment decisions, Cognition Controls is the smart technology that works for you. We help restaurants, educational facilities, government buildings, multi-site businesses, and HVAC pros save time and money with HVAC and Fridge/Freezer solutions that are designed for simplicity and intelligence.
What is Smart Refrigeration Monitoring?
Your fridges and freezers are critical to operations, but they use a lot of energy and operational issues can compromise thousands of dollars of inventory. Cognition Controls smart refrigeration monitoring helps you gain visibility into what is happening in your fridges and freezers, alerting you to onsite actions that need correcting, as well as temperature trends that indicate equipment issues, so you can take action early and avoid costly emergencies.
Count on our smarter building controls to:
- Get Ahead of Issues: Cognition Controls monitors your operational data 24/7/365, and machine learning algorithms identify issues before they become emergencies.
- Streamline Control: Remotely manage HVAC and refrigeration with an intuitive dashboard that eliminates costly manual tasks and site visits.
- Make Better Decisions: Real-time and historical data, and visualizations and comparisons enable data-driven investment decisions.
- Cut Energy Costs: Smart thermostats help optimize energy usage, reducing waste and saving money; refrigeration monitoring helps identify inefficient equipment operations.
- Provide Secure Connectivity: Cellular-connected systems provide encrypted data transmission, eliminating Wi-Fi vulnerabilities and headaches.
Which Industries Benefit from Smarter Building Control?
Government and Public Facilities
Cognition Controls delivers scalable, secure, tax-payer responsible visibility and control to municipalities and agencies looking to lower energy costs and operational overhead, while keeping occupants comfortable.
Quick Serve and Casual Restaurants
Cognition Controls helps restaurants and commercial kitchens monitor refrigeration operations for food safety and compliance, identify onsite practice improvements, and stay ahead of issues. Paired with HVAC control and monitoring, Cognition puts all this critical data in one easy-to-use dashboard.
Elementary Schools & Daycare Facilities
Cognition Controls delivers easy-to-install-and-use tools to control comfort, reduce waste, and effectively manage maintenance resources across campuses. Smart alerts help teams get ahead of temperature issues that impact programming.
A Smarter Way to Manage Your Buildings
If you’ve been juggling outdated thermostats, struggling with unstable Wi-Fi setups, relying on staff to tell you about issues, or spending hours on manual tasks, it’s time for a change. Cognition Controls is quick to install, uses secure cellular connectivity, and the user-friendly dashboard helps you solve common challenges and make everyday operations easier.
Quick and Hassle-Free Installation
No one has time for disruptive setups. That’s why our system is designed for speed and simplicity:
- Broad unitary HVAC equipment compatibility.
- No downtime installation - simply replace old thermostats with Cognition devices.
- Pair wireless sensors for supply/return duct air monitoring or enhanced ambient temperature and humidity sensing.
- Monitor walk-in fridges/freezers with the same easy to install hardware.
Forget about Wi-Fi hubs and headaches. Our hardware has built-in cellular connectivity for secure, reliable connectivity:
- Operates independently of onsite networks, eliminating networking hassles and rogue device threats.
- No need to share or manage passwords.
- Data security with encrypted data transmission.
- Auto system enhancements sent directly to your devices, no onsite visits or additional costs to you.
Secure Cellular Connectivity
The Cognition Dashboard
Meet your new command center. With the Cognition Dashboard you gain oversight across all your buildings:
- Review historical and real-time operational data.
- Receive real-time email alerts and troubleshoot remotely.
- Track energy usage and equipment performance, and upload energy and HVAC bills.
- Access insights and helpful visuals to optimize operations, lower energy use, manage stakeholders, and inform investment decisions.
Your Expert Resource for Smart Building Controls
Save Time & Stress
Our systems simplify your day-to-day tasks so you can focus on what matters most. From automated troubleshooting to intuitive monitoring tools, we make managing operations smooth and worry-free.
Boost Security
By bypassing the pitfalls of traditional Wi-Fi, we take your network security to the next level. Cellular technology makes sure you stay protected while avoiding the risks of weak passwords, unencrypted traffic, and unauthorized access.
Drive Savings
Our solutions are packed with tools to cut unnecessary costs, helping you save money while reducing environmental impact. Know exactly where your resources are going and how to optimize operations for long-term savings.
Plug & Play
No need to overhaul your existing setup. Our controls are compatible with the equipment you already use, delivering advanced capabilities without added complications. Cognition works with most 24V heating and cooling systems.
Why is Cognition Controls the best for Smart Building Management
Real Results: Remote Access, Lower Costs, and Streamlined Operations
Testimonials
Cognition Controls provides our team with a way to lower energy and operating costs without creating headaches for team members. It's easy to use. And I care that it pays for itself.
CFO, Oynx Fire Protection Services
Cognition is a simple but powerful solution. They’re helping us achieve our sustainability goals, and they’ve helped us identify HVAC issues early!
GM, Leggat Auto Group
Managing a portfolio of facilities is a pain. Cognition gives us the control and data we need to make smarter decisions.
VP, Ironbridge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to secure business networks against Wi-Fi vulnerabilities?
The best way to protect your business from Wi-Fi vulnerabilities is to switch to cellular connectivity for products like thermostats. Unlike traditional Wi-Fi, cellular networks have built-in encryption, don’t rely on shared passwords, and eliminate the risks of rogue networks. This ensures a more secure and hassle-free solution for your operations.
How can businesses ensure third-party vendors don’t compromise their security?
To minimize risks from third-party vendors, businesses should use strict access controls, such as limiting vendor connections to specific systems. Network segmentation is also critical; this separates sensitive systems from external access points. Regularly auditing vendor credentials and implementing multi-factor authentication can provide an extra layer of security.
Start Your Smarter Journey
Take Control Today
Ready to bring convenience, security, and simplicity to your building management? At Cognition Controls, we’re here to empower you with solutions that save time, cut costs, and improve peace of mind.
