How is Trane responding to the ever-changing needs of the FM world?

In today's era of technological advancement and growing environmental awareness, buildings must be future-ready to drive success. Integrated, AI-driven building technologies are essential for achieving both current and future business objectives. At Trane^®, we have spent decades understanding the built environment and its role as a catalyst for business success. With our deep expertise in controls and machine learning, we are uniquely positioned to help facility managers navigate complexities and prepare for tomorrow's challenges.

Our commitment to innovation ensures that we deliver strategies tailored to our customers’ needs. Building on controls innovation and machine learning, we layer on AI for even greater building decarbonization and efficiency. Building Operations is facing a talent shortage crisis with 27 percent of current workers within 10 years of retirement^* and HVAC technician demand is growing by 5 percent annually, creating more than 40,000 openings years through 2031^**. We address the talent gaps the industry is facing with technicians trained in the latest technology and innovation, ensuring quality and consistency across the U.S. so we’re there when you need us.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Employment Projections: 2020-2030," 2021

**Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers," 2022

How do you see AI impacting facilities management and building operations? New technologies/improvement of existing systems?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing facilities management and building operations, delivering significant and measurable financial impacts for our customers. Trane Autonomous Control exemplifies this transformation by optimizing HVAC systems in real-time based on factors such as occupancy, weather, and energy prices. This ensures superior performance and energy savings across various scales, while reducing the need for manual intervention

AI enhances existing systems by making them smarter and more efficient. For instance, AI can improve indoor air quality by continuously monitoring and adjusting ventilation to maintain ideal conditions, thereby reducing pollutants and allergens. Additionally, AI personalizes comfort by learning individual preferences and adjusting lighting and temperature settings accordingly.

One of the key innovations of Trane Autonomous Control is its ability to function as a scalable, cloud-based solution that integrates seamlessly with most building control systems, including Trane® Tracer® SC+ Building Automation System. This centralized platform can manage multiple buildings, adapt to changing portfolios over time, and support long-term sustainability goals. Designed to support a wide range of building types, from small office buildings to expansive multi-site complexes, the AI-powered system enhances productivity while reducing operational burdens, making it an essential tool to help businesses seeking efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental responsibility.

With its proven impact, scalability, and return on investment (ROI), Trane Autonomous Control is not just a technological advancement but a strategic asset for businesses looking to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and achieve their sustainability goals.

Trane Autonomous Control, powered by AI, helped an industry leader reduce 1,132 mtCO2e and save $329k in energy costs.

Why should FMs pick you as a partner?

Whether you manage a single building or a multi-location portfolio, you can achieve your decarbonization goals, improve energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. Trane has been focused on making buildings better for the planet for decades. From energy reduction to electrification of heat, refrigerant management, and renewables, we can turn small changes into big savings and help support your business goals

At Trane, we empower buildings to meet business goals throughout their lifecycle. We unlock future-ready buildings with modern controls that can improve occupant comfort, decrease system downtime and deliver energy savings, thereby reducing costs while achieving compliance with current codes, guidelines and standards. When coupled with other smart building technologies, the opportunities for cost reduction, improved satisfaction and easier compliance are only amplified. We set companies up for success by leveraging the latest technology and best practices, and we remain a dedicated service advisor to help navigate changes as they arise. Our innovations in smart buildings and services allow us to deliver strategies tailored to our customers’ needs.

We offer more than just solutions; we are committed to helping you meet short-term goals and achieve long-term success through advanced technology, highly trained technicians, and a comprehensive approach that integrates equipment, controls and software.

Explore our resources and technologies to enhance your smart building's performance and advance your decarbonization goals by downloading out free Future-Ready Building report on the 8 Business Drivers Advancing Building Technology. While Trane equipment and controls enable a building to operate efficiently, our service ensures it continues to perform optimally. Our trifecta of equipment, controls, and service creates the future-ready building.

Select Trane as your advisor to ensure your building is equipped with the latest technology and expert support, making it ready for today's needs and tomorrow's challenges.