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In the context of smart homes and building automation, centralization and interoperability are now essential requirements. To meet these needs, Lilitech offers its Head Unit LT‑HU0001, a home automation controller designed to provide maximum control over integrated systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

IESS is a leading Italian company in the security sector and a key player in the distribution of electrical equipment, thanks to a comprehensive and well-structured offering built around four product lines: intrusion detection, fire protection, video surveillance (CCTV), and access control.

Neodelis has developed, patented, and fully manufactures in Italy the IoT lighting solutions Ecolumiere®.

Adeo Group will take part in Smart Building Expo 2025 with a stand showcasing some of the key brands in its portfolio. The event will be an opportunity to strengthen its presence in the Italian market.

The construction sector—a major economic powerhouse and infrastructural pillar—now stands at the crossroads of unprecedented global challenges.

Interview with Roberto Martino – President of Prosiel

With Homematic IP, the German smart home manufacturer eQ-3, offers an user-friendly home automation system that impresses with its wide range of products as well as it’s flexibility and reliability.

In the evolving smart home landscape, Vitrum Design’s Air stands out as an innovative cloud-based protocol capable of transforming traditional 230V electrical systems into true home automation ecosystems. Three keywords best describe this technology: control, sustainability, and customization.

AIBACS will be among the key players at Smart Building Expo, with an Innovation Square dedicated to training and in-depth discussions on the key topics of Building Automation. The focus will be on skills, protocols, regulations, and the development of the System Integrator profession.

The proven KNX Modbus RTU Gateway 886 is now even more powerful. The new KNX Modbus RTU Gateway 886.1 secure supports KNX Security and offers numerous other functions.

One of our highlights is the KNX TP Push Button 420.1 secure with a room temperature controller and integrated sensor. It controls for example the heating, but also the air conditioning, including the fan stages. Setpoints can be set with a visualization via the KNX bus.

Eurotek Srl, a leading company in the fields of automation, lighting, and energy efficiency, will take part in MIBA-Smart Building Expo to present its innovative solutions for sustainable construction and smart building.

The new 7” control panel easily integrates into any space and allows users to monitor and control all ABB systems—Welcome M, Welcome IP, free@home®, and wireless devices compatible with Matter—through a single interface.

RadioControlli is a leader in the design and production of radio modules, IoT modules, and solutions based on LoRa® technology.

i3 Engineering offers a comprehensive system for intelligent building management, designed to simplify the work of installers and system integrators.

In 2024, there were 831 trade fairs held in Italy, and 866 are expected in 2025. These figures, provided by AEFI (the Italian Exhibition and Trade Fair Association), confirm that the gap accumulated during the Covid years (in 2020 there were only 266 events!) has finally been closed, and Italian trade fairs are back on track.

Pioneer in Smart Building, Wit has been developing solutions for intelligent buildings for over 40 years — buildings that can communicate with each other and interact with their users.

KNX IO 532.1 secure: The most compact and space saving KNX dimmer for low voltage – PWM! KNX IO 530.1 secure: The most compact and space saving KNX dimmer for 230V!

A high-profile European event, it serves as a benchmark for the application of the EPBD4 directive and for the green and digital transition of the building stock — one of the most economically promising and future-oriented sectors of the coming years.

Lilitech designs and manufactures a proprietary home automation system, where automation, security, and energy efficiency integrate to offer an advanced living experience: control of lighting, climate, blinds, personalized scenarios, intrusion detection, and electrical load management.

Terabee specializes in advanced people counting sensors and infrastructure for smart buildings. The mission is to support the transition towards “ZERO emission buildings” by creating insights on how people use and move within buildings.

This strategic topic will be at the center of an important workshop organized by Smart Building Expo on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 19. The workshop will benefit from the consultancy of Deerns Italia, one of the leading design firms in the sector in Italy, and from the partnership with ZOTUP, a sector leader in lightning and surge protection systems for over 30 years.

Electro Graphics is a trusted reference in software for electrical and photovoltaic design, says Giuseppe Agostini, president and founder of the software house.

Work is in full swing on the Smart Building Expo programme, and under the spotlight—unsurprisingly—is the EPBD4, the so-called European directive on green buildings, which has been the subject of lively debate in recent months.

Selco Italia sees its participation in Smart Building Expo 2025 as a valuable opportunity to connect directly with industry professionals.

Reliability, completeness, simplicity, privacy: with traditional home automation, it’s hard to have it all. Smartotum was created to satisfy those who don’t want to compromise,” says Domenico De Guglielmo, CEO of the company.

ISOIL Industria is a leading company in energy measurement and control, with extensive experience in providing energy efficiency solutions for both industrial and civil applications

ASSIL, the Italian National Association of Lighting Manufacturers, announces a partnership with Pentastudio for the creation—within the upcoming edition of SMART BUILDING EXPO (November 19–21, Fiera Milano)—of a collective area called SMART LIGHTING, dedicated to the world of lighting technology.

The 2025 edition of Smart Building Expo will be enriched by a high-profile partnership and event. The Milan trade fair’s management and the board of KNX Italia have agreed to create, in collaboration, a dedicated space entirely focused on technological integration based on the KNX protocol.

The Energy Transition: Renewable Energy Communities Driving Change in Our Cities

Italy, like many other European countries, is facing a dual historic challenge: the energy and digital transitions—two deeply interconnected processes where home and building automation plays a key strategic role

The workshop taking place at Fiera Milano on the morning of Friday, November 21, as part of Smart Building Expo, will begin with the presentation of the brand-new UNI 11973:2025 standard (Cities, communities, and sustainable infrastructure – The contribution of buildings to sustainability – Methodological model for the integration and interconnection of sustainable buildings in cities).

Vitrum Design, a Milan-based company, combines design and technology to offer innovative, high-quality home automation solutions.

The system integrator is set to become increasingly central to the transformation of Italy’s built environment. Not just as a technological “director” of building systems, but as a true facilitator of innovation.

The CICG in Geneva, Switzerland has implemented real-time people counting from Terabee to generate over 400 000 kWh of electricity savings per year

Produal is a reliable partner for high-quality field devices in building automation and HVAC applications, making invisible changes measurable in all buildings. Our measurement and control devices are designed, developed and manufactured in Finland and distributed all over the world.

Delis is the missing piece between smart devices and real efficiency: a 100% SaaS platform that scans the network in a few minutes, recognizes thermostats, lights, devices of any brand and connects them automatically.

The process of electrification of buildings is revolutionizing the systems, replacing traditional gas and fossil fuel systems with solutions based on electricity, such as heat pumps, electric heating and cooling systems, photovoltaic systems and storage.

With 42 million connected devices in use worldwide, ista is a world leader in the development and offering of technological solutions to make buildings more energy-efficient, climate-friendly and safe.

The concept of the “twin transition” – digital and energy – has become the cornerstone of global strategies for a more sustainable and efficient future.

Sintropy designs and manufactures proprietary IoT sensors, combining robotics and artificial intelligence to generate data where none existed before. The goal is to make complex environments more understandable, helping teams reduce energy consumption, detect anomalies, and make smarter decisions with less friction.

SPAC EasySol 26: the CAD software for photovoltaic design and budgeting gets an upgrade

We have decided to participate in Smart Building Expo because we believe it represents an excellent opportunity to present our telecom solutions—and more—to professionals in the sector, and to create collaborations, synergies, and partnerships

Selektra Italia, a leading national System Integrator specializing in the Design, Installation, and Maintenance of high-performance communication networks, sees connectivity as the key enabler of the energy transition

In recent years, the concept of the Twin Transition – the combined digital and energy transition – has become central to sustainable development strategies. Italy, in line with European directives, is working to integrate these two pathways to promote a more efficient, resilient, and environmentally friendly economic model.

Capetti Elettronica will be participating in the 2025 edition of Smart Building Expo, the leading Italian event dedicated to building automation and energy efficiency,” announces Stefano Ippolito, Sales & Marketing Manager at Capetti Elettronica

Our goal is to provide state-of-the-art products that enable the entire building automation system to operate efficiently and reliably, optimizing indoor conditions and the building’s energy use

Digital transformation has made IT infrastructure a strategic component in any context, whether residential or industrial. IC Intracom Italia is taking part in Smart Building Expo with its integrated networking and connectivity solutions.

For over 10 years, our mission has been to develop wireless lighting control solutions designed for highly professional contexts in both indoor and outdoor applications.

A market leader in lightning and surge protection systems, ZOTUP has been offering a high-quality range of SPDs for over 30 years, proudly manufactured in Italy.

About a year from now, give or take, is also the time by which—hopefully without delays or stalling—the Italian government will have to disclose how it intends to meet the targets set by EPBD4, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. This directive was definitively approved by the European Parliament on March 12, 2024 (with Italy voting against) and entered into force on May 28, 2024.

PIERRE is a complete smart home solution developed in response to the global demand for smart technologies that are simple, affordable, and easy to integrate.

ISOIL Industria is a leader in the field of energy measurement and control, with extensive experience in providing energy efficiency solutions for both industrial and civil applications.

Bhtronics is participating in SBE 2025 to present its intelligent temperature control solutions based on the Thread/Matter protocol, designed to ensure interoperability, scalability, and native integration into modern smart home ecosystems

Smart cities represent the urban evolution toward the integration of advanced technologies to improve citizens’ quality of life, service efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Recently, significant innovations have emerged in this field, along with practical examples of implementation.

To highlight the fundamental role that Real Estate plays in the so-called “twin transition,” Smart Building Expo will host a major workshop on November 20, aimed at exploring the driving role that large real estate investors play in the decarbonization of the building stock — both through choices related to new constructions and, critically, in the strategic conversion of existing assets, within the broader context of the transition laid out by the European Commission through the launch of the EPBD4.

ORCA NETWORKING is an Italian brand founded in 2005, specializing in the production of solutions for structured cabling in telecommunications networks.

SPAC Start Impianti 26: more control, advanced customization, and optimized performance in the new release from the company exhibiting at SBE25

Shelly Group develops affordable, easy-to-use smart technologies that simplify daily life and promote energy efficiency.

Trade fairs are major collective events and, just as importantly, identity-defining moments in which a professional community and an industrial supply chain come together to represent themselves.

Founded in 1982, Celte S.p.A. is a leading company in the distribution of electronic components and systems for strategic sectors such as telecommunications, industry, aerospace, and defense.

At FAIT, we have set ourselves an ambitious goal: to make a concrete contribution to the digitalization of the country. Eng. Alfredo Ventrella – Technical Director, FAIT S.r.l.

Stefano Pettorali, Country Manager of B.E.G. ITALIA, is pleased to announce B.E.G.’s 50th anniversary!

LED ITALIA specializes in energy efficiency solutions, offering high-quality LED lighting and photovoltaic systems. Its mission is to promote a sustainable future by reducing consumption and optimizing resources through innovative technologies.

The highly likely contraction of Italian exports to the US market—driven by the tariff policy introduced by the Trump administration—has given a significant boost to all internationalization projects targeting alternative markets.

High-quality IP access solutions are essential for protecting smart buildings. 2N’s solutions offer more than just security: by seamlessly integrating with third-party technologies, access control can also enhance the user experience.

MT Distribuzione was founded with a clear vision: not just to be simple suppliers, but true strategic partners for installers and companies, providing innovative solutions, continuous training, and comprehensive technical support.

Since our founding, developing innovative solutions for more sustainable buildings has been a core goal at Distech Controls. Our mission is to connect people with advanced, open, and scalable technological solutions for buildings, while promoting the well-being of those who inhabit these spaces today and ensuring greater efficiency.

TEM is Slovenia’s leading manufacturer of switches and electrical sockets, providing professional users with innovative, aesthetically refined, and adaptable solutions for modern residential and commercial spaces.

The energy transition of buildings in Italy is a crucial component of the national and European strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving established climate targets.

Gewiss, one of the leading players in the home and building automation sector, has joined Smart Building Expo.
We spoke with Cristian Dell’Anna, Marketing Manager Cluster Italy.

Thermokon Sensor Technology  is a leader in the production of innovative sensors for Building Automation and HVAC systems. Its mission is to improve quality of life through advanced technological solutions that promote energy efficiency and comfort.

On February 19, the IoT Observatory of the Politecnico di Milano presented its annual report on the smart home market trends.

QuickLink Solutions: “Our Innovation Story at Smart Building Expo 2025”

Domenico Di Canosa, President of Smart Buildings Alliance Italia ETS, who will be a key speaker at Smart Building Expo 2025, discusses the Twin Transition and the role it will play in the sector in the coming years.

Exe Progetti is an IT company that has been operating for over 30 years in the electrical, plumbing, gardening, fire prevention, and construction sectors.

Airzone is a bridge between HVAC and Home & Building Automation. We want to meet and anticipate the needs of integrators, which is why it is crucial for us to be present at Smart Building Expo.

As the importer and main distributor of ComfortClick products, we are committed to promoting this promising brand to an ever-growing audience. ComfortClick offers advanced solutions by combining innovation and ease of use.

A Complete, Efficient, and Integrated Smart Home

The Association of Energy Managers (AEM) is a technical-scientific association that brings together professionals from the energy and plant engineering sector.

Vimar, one of the key players in the home and building automation sector, has confirmed its participation in Smart Building Expo 2025. We discussed this with Gian Carlo Corvi, Operational Marketing and Communication Manager at Vimar.

Participating in MIBA-Smart Building Expo is a valuable opportunity to engage with industry professionals. It is essential for us to continue developing increasingly high-performance tools, which is why we believe this event is the ideal platform to present our solutions to sector experts

The Politecnico di Milano has presented its annual report on the state of Data Centers in Italy. The overall picture is positive, as stated by Professor Alessandro Piva, Director of the Observatory, with Milan leading the way and positioning itself as a potential European-level hub.

Digitalization and system integration are reshaping the landscape of trade fairs. While this may sound like an axiomatic statement, it is, in fact, a simple observation.