This summer, heat waves are once again testing the efficiency of our homes. More and more people are choosing smart solutions over air conditioning to maintain comfort without skyrocketing energy consumption. Small actions and connected devices can make the difference between feeling hot and enjoying summer comfortably.
With the arrival of heat, keeping the house cool can become a complicated mission. High temperatures and the fear of an exorbitant electricity bill lead many households to seek ways to maintain comfort without resorting to air conditioning or, at least, to avoid excessive use.
According to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), this summer will again be warmer than usual in much of the country, with a particularly high probability in the southern peninsula and the Mediterranean. In this scenario, SPC, Spanish consumer technology brand, highlights smart devices that combine efficiency, well-being, and savings easily and recommends not focusing efforts solely on cooling spaces, but on better consumption. From smart ventilation to the use of connected plugs, home automation allows optimizing every room and every moment of the day to enjoy summer with good weather.
Ventilation that adapts to you
With temperatures that could exceed 40 °C in many parts of the country, maintaining comfort at home can be quite a challenge without the right climate control devices. Although fans do not lower the air temperature, they can relieve the thermal sensation by generating a constant breeze that helps cool the body. Used wisely, they are an effective, sustainable, and versatile alternative to the high consumption of air conditioners.
Unlike traditional systems, smart fans consume less energy, do not dry out the air, and allow you to schedule their use based on temperature, time, or household routines.
To get the most out of smart fans this summer, SPC recommends:
· Activate them during the early hours of the day, when the outside air is cooler, since combining them with cross ventilation can renew the air accumulated overnight and cool the home.
· Schedule their use by time slots or temperature, to turn them on only when really needed. The apps that connect with these IoT devices allow scheduling and creating personalized scenarios based on household routines.
· Adjust the rotation direction depending on the time of year. In summer, fans should rotate counterclockwise to push air downward and create a direct breeze that cools the environment, helping to improve thermal comfort.
· Choose quiet and efficient models, especially for rest areas. Smart fans with DC (direct current) motors consume less energy and produce less noise than traditional ones, maintaining a constant airflow.
The smart fans from SPC, CONFORTO DC LITE 2 and CONFORTO DC MAX 2, feature cutting-edge technology and a DC motor for operation that is 15% quieter. They also include built-in adjustable LED lighting and advanced connectivity options.
“Smart fans make a real difference in everyday comfort. When used correctly, they can help us significantly improve thermal comfort and optimize energy consumption, something more and more households value in summer to avoid sweating over the electricity bill.”, highlights Verónica Catediano, PR Manager at SPC.
Smart humidifiers, an extra comfort in dry environments
In inland areas of Spain, the heat can feel more intense due to the dryness of the air, affecting sleep quality, skin, and even the respiratory system. Smart humidifiers can help reduce this sensation by compensating for the air's humidity. Although these devices do not cool the environment, when used in combination with fans, they can greatly improve thermal comfort and the overall comfort of the home.
Models like the SPC EVADNE help hydrate and purify the air at the same time, as they include UV light technology to eliminate impurities from the environment. This powerful ultrasonic smart humidifier is quiet, compact, and helps maintain optimal air conditions day and night, with humidity levels between 40% and 60%.
Smart plugs to control the consumption of each of your devices with a single click
Beyond air conditioning, much of the electricity consumption, regardless of the season, comes from everyday habits. Leaving devices on standby, running appliances during peak hours, or allowing some equipment to operate without restrictions, such as the electric water heater, are just a few examples of daily situations that significantly impact household energy costs.
Smart plugs, like the CLEVER PLUG MINI from SPC, allow you to automate routines, control the operation of various devices from your phone, and help avoid unnecessary electricity consumption by providing instant data on the usage of each connected device. These IoT devices are ideal for remotely and coordinately controlling fans, lights, or sound devices, enabling you to limit their use to the most economical time slots of the day and keep track of energy consumption.
When the heat arrives, coping with high temperatures without driving up consumption is a big challenge for households. Using fans, smart plugs, or humidifiers helps improve thermal comfort and manage energy costs throughout the day. Because with the right devices, it’s possible to spend the summer comfortably and smartly, without sweating from the heat or the bill.
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