UPB Companies

Widely seen as the next standard in powerline carrier (PLC) home automation, Universal Powerline Bus (UPB) technology is now being supported by an ever-increasing number of manufacturers. These companies are integrating UPB technology into their smart home product lines, making for more cost-effective, streamlined components. Basic control of devices has long been the domain of X10 components, but UPB companies are providing more options for home management.

UPB Availability

Automated lighting systems have proved an effective and affordable element of home security, and there are plenty of companies that provide lighting control products. Home and business owners who wish to retrofit their existing wiring with an automated system like X10 now have more companies from which to choose. UPB companies now offer products similar to X10 products that boast greater reliability.

For home automation enthusiasts who may be familiar with the X10 protocol, UPB is a welcome addition to the industry. UPB companies have worked hard to produce individual modules that operate in much the same way as X10 modules, but with added features that make them more attractive to the average user. These products make it easy and relatively inexpensive to make a smooth transition from X10 to USB.

UPB has received much industry attention of late, being touted as the next big thing for powerline carrier automation systems. With the ability to program scenes, and time/event commands, UPB offers greater freedom for users to customize their systems. With so much positive feedback and successful market tests, it is no wonder more and more UPB companies are beginning to pop up on the Internet and elsewhere.