The Network Automation Engine (NAE) brings an entirely new generation of technology into the Metasys Building Automation System (BAS). The NAE is a Web-enabled network controller that communicates using Information Technology (IT) and Internet languages. At the same time, the NAE uses the communication technology of the building automation industry, including BACnet protocol, LONWORKS network, and the N2 Bus. Using this technology, the NAE monitors and supervises Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) equipment, lighting, security, and access control.

A single NAE or a network of multiple NAE devices within a building provides monitoring and control, alarm and event management, data exchange, trending, energy management, scheduling, and data storage. The NAE supports a single or multiple Web browser user interface with password access control and the security protection technology of the IT industry.