Red5 in BC: Kimco’s Secure, Scalable Path to Smarter Building Automation

Red5 by Delta Controls: Kimco Transforms Building Data into comfort and efficiency.

What if your building could run smoothly, use less energy, and stay secure without a total overhaul? That’s the promise of Delta Controls’ Red5, a next-generation BACnet/SC building automation controller designed for scalable IoT connectivity and seamless integrations.

For building owners across BC, Red5 offers a smart, secure upgrade path to modern commercial automation systems that deliver comfort, uptime, and long-term performance.

Red5: The Next Generation of Building Automation in BC

Red5 replaces older DSC and DAC-E controllers with a robust, future-ready architecture featuring faster processing, greater memory, and modular I/O for flexible configuration.

Built-in diagnostics, BLE/NFC, and streamlined provisioning tools cut commissioning time and reduce site visits, which is ideal for both new construction and retrofit projects.

The Red5 family includes PLUS, EDGE, and FIELD controllers, along with Room and VAV options. This allows Kimco Controls to right-size controls for everything from air-handling units to room-level zones.

Features like Ethernet daisy-chain with bypass, dual Ethernet ports, and failover protection enhance network resilience and uptime—critical for smart buildings across BC.

Quick Comparison: Legacy vs. Red5

Expert Insight: According to Delta Controls, BACnet/SC technology can reduce unauthorized network access incidents by up to 60% compared to older BACnet/IP systems—vital for municipalities and schools managing critical HVAC automation.

Why Building Owners Across BC Trust Kimco and Delta’s Red5

Kimco Controls, based in Kelowna with teams in Penticton and Cranbrook, has been BC’s trusted HVAC, electrical, and building automation services (BAS) contractor since 1984.

By offering HVAC, BAS, and electrical services under one roof, Kimco ensures a single accountable partner from design through ongoing service.

Explore our building automation solutions and electrical maintenance services to see how we simplify complex systems.

As a long-time Delta Controls partner, Kimco’s automation specialists design and program DDC systems that unify HVAC, lighting, access, and energy management, modernizing control without replacing existing infrastructure.

The Benefits of Red5—Delivered by Kimco Controls

• Reliability & Uptime: Dual Ethernet and failover keep your BAS network online.
• Security by Design: BACnet/SC ensures encrypted, authenticated communication.
• Scalability & Flexibility: Modular I/O supports upgrades from classrooms to campuses.
• Retrofit-Ready: Stepwise modernization minimizes cost and disruption.
• Comfort & Efficiency: Local analytics optimize comfort while reducing energy consumption.
• Lower Total Cost of Ownership: Faster commissioning and fewer truck rolls mean predictable OPEX.

Where Kimco Applies Red5 Across BC

From schools and healthcare facilities to municipal and commercial buildings, Kimco Controls deploys Red5 to unify HVAC, lighting, and environmental systems into a single secure automation ecosystem.

For integrated projects or service programs in the Okanagan and Kootenays, connect with your local Kimco Controls team.

FAQ: Red5, BAS, and Kimco

Q: What is Red5?
A: Red5 is Delta Controls’ latest BACnet/SC DDC controller, designed for faster, more secure, and flexible building automation.

Q: Can Red5 integrate with existing BAS?
A: Yes. Red5’s modular design supports phased upgrades—no need for full system replacement.

Q: How does BACnet/SC improve security?
A: It adds TLS encryption and certificate-based authentication, aligning with IT and public-sector standards.

Q: Which buildings benefit most?
A: Educational, healthcare, municipal, and commercial spaces that need reliable, data-driven HVAC automation.

Q: Does Kimco handle electrical and mechanical scopes?
A: Absolutely. Kimco integrates HVAC, electrical, and automation with one accountable team.

Partnering for Smarter, More Efficient Buildings Across BC

As BC buildings evolve toward smarter, data-driven infrastructure, Delta Controls’ Red5, deployed by Kimco Controls, stands out as a practical path to future-ready performance. From secure BACnet/SC connectivity to IoT-enabled analytics, Red5 empowers facility owners to modernize at their own pace without sacrificing reliability or uptime. Whether you’re managing a school district, hospital, or commercial building, Kimco delivers the integration expertise and long-term service that keep your systems efficient, connected, and resilient across the Okanagan and Kootenays. 

Kimco Controls integrates HVAC, electrical, and automation services across BC. Ready to modernize your building with Red5? Contact us today.