**PROVADA 2024**

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WAVE by AGC Joins Smart Building Collective at Provada 2024

Amsterdam, June 2024 — Join us at Provada 2024 on June 11, 12, and 13 to explore the groundbreaking solutions from Wave by AGC, now a certified solution from the Smart Building Collective. This event is your opportunity to dive into the world of high-tech glazing solutions that are revolutionizing building connectivity, especially relevant and important with the advent of 5G technology.

AGC, a global leader in glass manufacturing and has introduced the Wave by AGC range to tackle the modern challenges of indoor mobile radio signals and coverage in urban environments. With innovative solutions such as WaveThru, WaveAntenna, and WaveTrap, AGC is setting new standards in the industry.

Certification and Innovation

Cynthia van Vroenhoven at AGC expressed her enthusiasm about their recent SBC certification, stating, "We are thrilled to receive certification from the Smart Building Collective for our Wave solutions. This recognition underscores our commitment to leveraging our century-long expertise in glass manufacturing to address contemporary challenges in urban connectivity. By joining forces with the Smart Building Collective, we can support the evolution of smart buildings and transform real estate into useful and meaningful destinations. With Wave by AGC, we aim to empower smart cities with reliable and seamless connectivity solutions."

Key Features of WAVE by AGC:

WaveThru: This passive solution uses laser technology to treat the surface of insulating double-glazing units, enhancing indoor signal strength by up to 25dB without compromising thermal performance. This ensures that occupants enjoy improved connectivity while maintaining energy efficiency.
WaveAntenna: Offering an aesthetic approach to network densification, WaveAntenna incorporates transparent or printed glass antennas. These antennas increase network density and integrate smoothly into building facades, thus enhancing connectivity without disrupting architectural aesthetics.
WaveTrap: This solution provides transparent shielding against electrosmog, protecting against undesirable radio frequency signals and microwave radiation across various frequencies and applications. WaveTrap addresses the rising concerns about electromagnetic exposure in indoor environments.

Impact on the Smart Building Industry

Receiving the Solution Certification from the Smart Building Collective positions Wave by AGC at the forefront of innovation in the smart building industry. With its cutting-edge capabilities and unwavering commitment to sustainability and user-centric design, Wave by AGC is poised to shape the future of the built environment for generations to come.

Nicholas White, Co-founder of the Smart Building Collective, remarked, "AGC's Wave solutions represent a pivotal advancement in addressing the escalating challenges facing the built environment, particularly with the advent of 5G technology. As co-founder of the Smart Building Collective, I am inspired by AGC's commitment to revolutionizing connectivity in urban spaces. With 5G rapidly reshaping our digital landscape, Wave by AGC emerges as a beacon of innovation, offering dynamic glazing solutions that not only meet but exceed the demands of our increasingly connected world. This certification heralds a new era of smart buildings, where seamless connectivity is not just an aspiration but a tangible reality."

About AGC

AGC is a global leader in glass manufacturing, with over 100 years of experience. Dedicated to innovation and sustainability, AGC continues to push the boundaries of glass technology to meet the evolving needs of modern society. AGC’s solutions are integral to the development of smart cities, offering products that enhance connectivity, energy efficiency, and overall quality of life.

Smart Stand at Provada Future 2024: Pioneering Smart Building Solutions

At Provada Future 2024, the Smart Stand features nine innovative solutions working in unison to propel the smart building industry forward. Among these, WAVE by AGC will delve into the intricacies of building connectivity, particularly in light of the 5G revolution. Spectral focuses on energy optimization and ESG, providing insights into enhancing building energy performance. Toogethr addresses the evolving landscape of mobility and parking, showcasing strategies to maximize mobility efficiency. Alvéole brings biodiversity to the forefront, discussing how it can be seamlessly integrated into ESG strategies. bGrid emphasizes the importance of a robust smart building infrastructure, unveiling their new ComfortController to optimize building performance. Ident2be will explore data integration, demonstrating how to harness various functions and data streams effectively. 2N will present cutting-edge access control solutions to ensure proper building access management. HOA App app-artment tackles complex stakeholder management, offering solutions to keep all parties connected and informed. Finally, Smart Building Collective | Certification provides guidance on navigating the smart building landscape, offering certification and benchmarking to elevate smart building programs to platinum standards.

WAVE Presentations at Provada 2024

Happy Hour

Join us to raise a glass. Kick off Provada with bGrid and the Smart Building Collective.
Tuesday 11 June
16:00-18:00
Smart Building Collective Lounge
Everything starts with connectivity - how to bring stable connectivity into your building

Tuesday 11 June
10:30-11:00
Smart Building Collective Lounge
ROI of smart, the return on investment behind Smart Building

A Panel with bGrid, ident2be, Spectral, Wave by AGC
Tuesday 11 June
11:30-12:00
Smart Building Collective Lounge
Bringing connectivity into elderly care centers

A case study talk about the who, what, why, and how.
Wednesday 12 June
11:00-11:30
Smart Building Collective Lounge
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Summary

At Provada Future 2024, AGC's innovative Wave by AGC range joins the Smart Building Collective, showcasing its certified high-tech glazing solutions designed to enhance urban connectivity, particularly with the advent of 5G. Featuring WaveThru, WaveAntenna, and WaveTrap, these solutions improve indoor signal strength, integrate aesthetic glass antennas for network densification, and provide transparent shielding against electrosmog. AGC’s participation underscores its commitment to advancing smart buildings and transforming urban spaces with seamless, reliable connectivity solutions.