Bromford Flagship wins Aico’s Smart Social Spaces competition

The suite of home life safety and environmental monitoring equipment includes Aico’s Gateway, 3000 Series alarms and Environmental Sensors. The systems will offer comprehensive protection and life safety monitoring capabilities, ensuring Bromford Flagship’s residents can live in safer and healthier homes.

The competition was open to members of Aico’s SHPN Network. After several entries, it was evident that Bromford Flagship’s submission focused on its aims to invest in safety and improve the energy efficiency of its properties, reaching at least a C rating by 2028.

In addition, Tewkesbury-based Bromford Flagship wanted to use Aico’s technology to tackle asset management, compliance, disrepair, fuel poverty and improving resident health and well-being.

Bromford Flagship plans to use the pilot installations to target properties with electric heating systems, aiming to reduce the frequency of annual visits to residents by enabling remote monitoring through the Gateway.

Also, the Environmental Sensors will play a critical role in improving the living conditions of residents by providing valuable data on temperature, humidity and air quality.

By addressing environmental factors that influence health and comfort, Bromford Flagship is wholly committed to promoting the long-term well-being of its residents.

Customer goals

Paul House, M&E programme manager for electrical at Bromford, commented: “We are thrilled to have won this competition and to partner with Aico on this exciting project. The initiative aligns perfectly with our customer goals and will enhance the safety, comfort and sustainability of our homes, allowing our customers to thrive. We look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on our customers’ lives.”

Aico’s HomeLINK Environmental Sensors connect to the Gateway, providing valuable real- time data on temperature, humidity and air quality. This information is then analysed to identify properties at increased risk of developing damp and mould. This proactive monitoring allows for early intervention, preventing any issues from escalating.

One key feature of HomeLINK technology is its ability to differentiate between environmental and structural causes of damp and mould through its ‘Signature of Mould’ technology. This distinction enables targeted solutions, whether addressing ventilation problems or underlying structural issues.

Landlords and property managers gain access to comprehensive data and analytics through the HomeLINK platform, facilitating informed decision-making and efficient management of damp and mould concerns.

The pilot installations represent a forward-thinking approach to housing management, leveraging smart technology to improve operational efficiency, while also prioritising the Health and Safety of residents.

Peter Price-Higgott, relationship manager for Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Avon at Aico, commented: “Congratulations to Bromford for winning the Smart Social Spaces competition. We're eager to support the team as they integrate the Internet of Things into the housing stock. We look forward to seeing the outcomes of the pilot scheme and the positive impact it will have on Bromford’s residents.”