2024

Client: NSW Government – Government Property

Location: Maitland, NSW

Builder: Hunter Mason

System Integrator: AutoM8

Project Stats:

•        1,409 DALI luminaires

•        303 occupancy sensors

•        67 DALI switches

•        32 zencontrol Application Controllers (including 2 wireless)

•        216 DALI emergency lighting devices

The NSW Maitland Workplace Hub is a major government workplace development providing a modern, future-ready headquarters for the NSW Government Property department. As a flagship public-sector facility, the project demanded a lighting control system aligned with NSW Government standards while delivering strong energy efficiency and long-term flexibility. Our partners at AutoM8 implemented a building-wide zencontrol DALI-2 system across all workspaces.

The installation covers 1,409 DALI luminaires managed by 32 application controllers, with 303 occupancy sensors ensuring lights are active only when spaces are in use across open-plan offices, meeting rooms and shared areas. A standout element of this project is the integration of 216 DALI emergency lighting devices within the same control system, enabling testing and compliance monitoring through the DALI network rather than a separate platform, simplifying maintenance and reducing the ongoing burden for facility managers. Two wireless application controllers were also deployed, providing additional flexibility during commissioning and future changes.

DALI-2 was selected because it meets NSW Government standards and provides an open, interoperable platform suited to long-term public-sector buildings. zencontrol was chosen for its DALI-2 compliance, ease of commissioning and scalability. The Maitland Workplace Hub sets a strong benchmark for government workplace lighting, demonstrating how a unified DALI lighting control system can deliver energy efficiency, compliance and operational simplicity across a large, complex building.

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September 2024

Client: Fabbrica

Location: Newtown, NSW

Electrical Contractor: Black Rock Electrical

System Integrator: Tech On Tap

Project Stats:

•        1 zencontrol Application Controller

•        1 zencontrol Smart Switch Display

•        Phone-based scene control via zencontrol app

•        Smooth full-range DALI dimming throughout

•        Multiple preset lighting scenes

Fabbrica is a restaurant and bar on King St, Newtown, where ambience is everything. Our partners at Tech On Tap, working alongside Black Rock Electrical, installed a zencontrol DALI-2 lighting system that gives the venue complete control over its atmosphere, from a bright, welcoming lunch setup to the warm, low-level lighting that defines the evening service.

The system runs on a single zencontrol application controller paired with a smart switch display, keeping the setup compact and the operation intuitive. Staff can access and switch between preset lighting scenes from their phones or directly from the wall interface, with smooth, flicker-free dimming available across the full range. Lighting transitions happen instantly and seamlessly, allowing Fabbrica to shift the feel of the space without interrupting service or requiring technical know-how.

DALI-2 was chosen for its ability to deliver the ultra-low dimming levels required to create the warm, intimate atmosphere the client envisioned. zencontrol’s platform provides precise control, reliable performance and an interface simple enough for any staff member to use. Fabbrica is a strong example of how DALI lighting control and zencontrol can elevate a hospitality venue by putting the right atmosphere, effortlessly, in the hands of the people running the room.

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December 2024

Client: Woy Woy Hotel

Location: Woy Woy, NSW

Builder: Mammoth Projects

Electrical Contractor: R&B Electrical

System Integrator: Tech On Tap

Project Stats:

•        zencontrol wired and DALI+ wireless system

•        Application controllers, switches and Smart Switch Displays

•        DALI+ wireless used to access a heritage-area light inaccessible for cabling

•        Full AV system integration for scene control

•        Automated back-of-house lighting

Woy Woy’s historic “Old Pub” has long been a fixture of the local community, and its major renovation set out to modernise the venue while respecting its heritage character, with original cladding, cornices and brickwork all preserved. Our partners at Tech On Tap, working alongside R&B Electrical and builder Mammoth Projects, delivered a zencontrol DALI-2 lighting system that met those constraints without compromise.

The system combines wired DALI for the main venue areas with DALI+ wireless used to reach a light in a heritage-sensitive zone where new cabling simply wasn’t possible. Scene control and smooth dimming operate across bar, dining and entertainment zones, with the full system integrated into the hotel’s AV platform, allowing staff to trigger lighting modes and adjust scenes directly through their existing AV interface. Back-of-house areas use automated lighting for efficiency and staff safety.

zencontrol was chosen for its ease of deployment, flexibility and strong AV integration capability. The combination of wired and wireless DALI made it possible to deliver a complete, modern lighting solution in a building where traditional cabling approaches would have caused damage or disruption. The Woy Woy Hotel is a great example of how DALI-2 can bring a heritage venue firmly into the present without leaving a mark on what makes it worth preserving.

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September 2025

Client: Solitaire Volkswagen

Location: Prospect, Adelaide, SA

Electrical Contractor: Adelaide Custom Electrical

System Integrator: BE Switchcraft

Project Stats:

•        1 zencontrol Application Controller

•        3 DALI lines across showroom, display floor and support areas

•        DALI track lighting throughout the showroom

•        Sensors for automated energy management

•        App-based control via zencontrol

The new Solitaire Volkswagen dealership in Prospect, Adelaide, required a lighting control system that was simple to operate, flexible enough to support a constantly changing vehicle display and modern enough to match the brand’s showroom aesthetic. Our partners at BE Switchcraft delivered a zencontrol DALI-2 solution using a single application controller managing three DALI lines across the showroom, display floor and supporting areas, clean, efficient and exactly what the client needed.

Track lighting throughout the showroom is controlled via the zencontrol app, allowing staff to adjust groups, brightness and scenes directly from their desks as vehicles are rotated and layouts change. Motion detection in general areas supports energy efficiency without any manual effort. Rather than requiring a touch panel, the dealership can manage everything from their phones, a key request from the client that zencontrol delivered without additional hardware.

DALI was chosen for its flexibility in handling different lighting types and control behaviours on a single platform. For a vehicle showroom where lighting directly influences how cars are presented to customers, the ability to reconfigure at any time without electrical modifications is a genuine operational advantage. This project shows how DALI lighting control and zencontrol can enhance the customer experience in a commercial environment while keeping day-to-day operation intuitive for the people working in it.

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January 2025

Client: Clayton Church Homes

Location: Prospect, Adelaide, SA

Electrical Contractor / System Integrator: Innovative Cabling

Project Stats:

•        zencontrol DALI-2 automation retrofitted to existing corridor lighting

•        zencontrol sensors, relays, dimmer drivers and rotary switches

•        3-channel DALI controllers throughout

•        Scheduled daytime brightness and low-level night dimming

•        Motion-triggered brightness restore (5-minute hold)

When Clayton Church Homes undertook a refurbishment of their Prospect aged-care facility, the goal was clear: reduce energy costs without replacing the entire lighting system. Our partners at Innovative Cabling delivered exactly that, adding zencontrol DALI-2 automation to the existing corridor lighting, a minimal-disruption upgrade that achieved significant results without the cost or complexity of a full installation.

The system works simply and effectively. During the day, corridor lighting runs at normal brightness via scheduling. After hours, lights dim to a low hold level. When motion is detected, lighting returns to full brightness for five minutes before stepping back down. This eliminates the long-standing issue of lights remaining on overnight and delivers measurable energy savings across the facility. Behaviour and schedules can be adjusted remotely through zencontrol Cloud, and the system is ready to integrate with a BMS if needed in the future.

DALI was chosen for its flexibility and ability to overlay automation onto the existing lighting infrastructure, avoiding the cost of new luminaires. zencontrol was selected for being cost-effective while offering equal or better functionality than more expensive alternatives. This project demonstrates that DALI lighting control doesn’t always require a ground-up installation. With the right approach, it can modernise an existing aged-care facility affordably, efficiently and with minimal disruption to residents and staff.

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