Rules

Automation rules enable automatic control of filtration devices based on air quality measurements from AirWatch sensors.

Accessing Automation

Navigate to /sites/[id]/automation or click "Automation" in the site sidebar.

Concept

Automation rules connect:

• Trigger device: AirWatch sensor measuring PM10

• Target devices: Filtration devices to control

• Threshold: PM10 level that activates the rule

When PM10 exceeds the threshold, target devices start. When PM10 falls below, they stop.

Rule Components

Trigger Device

AirWatch sensors that can be triggers:

• AirWatch 3.0

• AirWatch LTE Europe

• AirWatch LTE America

Target Devices

Filtration devices that can be controlled:

• AirDome

• Clean Air Tower (Self-Cleaning)

• Clean Air Tower (Disposable)

PM10 Threshold

The PM10 value (in µg/m³) that triggers action:

• Below threshold: Target devices stop

• Above threshold: Target devices start

Typical suggested thresholds:

• Conservative: 50 µg/m³

• Standard: 100 µg/m³

• High activity: 150 µg/m³

PM10 Threshold Helper

A visual helper shows:

• Current PM10 level

• Historical averages

• Suggested threshold range

• WHO guideline reference

Creating Rules

Add Rule Modal

1

Select Create

Click "Create Automation Rule".

2

Choose Trigger

Select trigger AirWatch device.

3

Choose Targets

Select target filtration device(s).

4

Set Threshold

Set PM10 threshold.

5

Save

Save rule.

Threshold Selection

The system suggests thresholds based on:

• Historical PM10 data

• Average readings

• Recommended ranges

Typical thresholds:

• Conservative: 50 µg/m³

• Standard: 100 µg/m³

• High activity: 150 µg/m³

Rule Cards

Each rule displays as a collapsible card.

Card Header

• Rule name (auto-generated or custom)

• Trigger device name

• Enable/Disable toggle

• Edit/Delete buttons

Card Content

• Trigger device with current PM10 value

• Target device(s) list

• Threshold value

• Rule status

Managing Rules

Enable/Disable

Toggle rules on/off:

• Disabled rules don't trigger

• Keep rules for later use

• Quickly pause automation

Edit Rule

Modify existing rules:

• Change threshold

• Add/remove targets

• Update name

Delete Rule

Remove rules:

• Confirmation required

• Cannot be undone

Rule Behavior

Start Rule

1

Condition

AirWatch reports PM10 > threshold.

2

Detection

System detects condition.

3

Command

Start command sent to targets.

4

Action

Target devices begin filtering.

Stop Rule

1

Condition

AirWatch reports PM10 < threshold.

2

Detection

System detects condition.

3

Command

Stop command sent to targets.

4

Action

Target devices stop filtering.

Paired Rules

Automation creates paired rules internally:

• One rule for starting (PM10 > threshold)

• One rule for stopping (PM10 < threshold)

These paired rules are managed together as a single rule in the UI.

Live Status

Rule cards show real-time:

• Current PM10 from trigger

• Whether threshold is exceeded

• Target device status

Best Practices

Threshold Selection

• Consider normal background levels

• Allow for fluctuations

• Test before deploying

Target Selection

• Start with devices nearest sensor

• Consider air flow patterns

• Multiple targets for large areas

Monitoring

• Review rule effectiveness

• Adjust thresholds as needed

• Check historical data

Empty State

If no rules exist:

• Message indicating no automation

• "Create Rule" button

Permissions

Creating/editing rules requires:

• Member or Admin role

• Access to trigger and target devices

• Active licenses on devices

Related Documentation

• Schedulers - Time-based control

• Notifications - Email alerts

• AirWatch - Trigger devices

• AirDome - Target devices