# News

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### BMS vs. EMS: Which Does Your Building Actually Need?  
BMS vs EMS: What’s the real difference, and which does your building need? Learn how each system works, where they fall short, and why integrated platforms win.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/bms-vs-ems/)

### Quick Cuts with Element Six: Deployment-first building automation with Deepinder Singh  
Why do smart building projects still feel like a custom one-off every time? For many operators, the real friction still shows up during deployment — not on the dashboard.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/quick-cuts-with-element-six-deployment-first-building-automation-with-deepinder-s/)

### Why Your Wireless Sensor Network Needs 900 MHz—Not 2.4 GHz  
Discover why 900 MHz is the better choice for wireless sensor networks in commercial buildings. Compare 900 MHz vs. 2.4 GHz for range, reliability, and performance.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/why-your-wireless-sensor-network-needs-900-mhz-not-2-4-ghz/)

### Introducing Easy Street: The Scent of Building Excellence  
Introducing Easy Street Eau de Parfum, the essence of a perfectly-run commercial building. When everything works flawlessly, you're on Easy Street.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/introducing-easy-street-the-scent-of-building-excellence/)

### What is ASHRAE Guideline 36 — and Why Should Your Building Exceed It?  
ASHRAE Guideline 36 sets the bar for high-performance HVAC control sequences. Learn what GL36 is, the energy savings it delivers, and how 75F helps buildings exceed it automatically.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/ashrae-guideline-36-high-performance-hvac-sequences/)

### What's in H.R. 1 and Why it Could Matter for Your Next Energy Project  
Learn how HR 1 could reshape federal energy tax credits and see what Minnesota businesses should watch as the bill moves forward.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/what-s-in-h-r-1-and-why-it-could-matter-for-your-next-energy-project/)

### Why are we Still Using 30-Year-Old Tech to Run Our Buildings?  
Why do commercial buildings still run on outdated tech? Discover how the building automation industry has stagnated despite buzzwords like 'IoT' and 'AI,' and why a true generational shift is overdue.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/why-are-we-still-using-30-year-old-tech-to-run-our-buildings/)

### Commercial HVAC Scheduling: From Complex to Simple with Cloud-Based Controls  
Discover how modern HVAC scheduling eliminates repetitive adjustments and improves occupant comfort. Learn about smart scheduling features that simplify building management.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/commercial-hvac-scheduling-from-complex-to-simple-with-cloud-based-controls/)

### AHR Expo 2026: A First Look at What’s Next from 75F  
At AHR Expo 2026, 75F previewed Altius ES, our next evolution in building automation. Learn what’s coming and how to request an early walkthrough.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/ahr-expo-2026-a-first-look-at-whats-next-from-75f/)

### Take the Guesswork Out of Building Controls with Easy Street  
Streamline commercial building installations with Easy Street - 75F's one-click validation tool that creates automated punch lists and simplifies commissioning.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/take-the-guesswork-out-of-building-controls-installs-with-easy-street/)

### 75 Seconds or Less: Creating an Occupancy Overlay with Saffron AI  
Learn how Saffron AI can help Facilisight users create a heatmap overlay to show occupancy levels from a birds eye view.  
[Read More](https://www.75f.io/news/75-seconds-or-less-creating-an-occupancy-overlay-with-saffron-ai/)