Commercial Smart Automation Systems in Burbank
From the Media District by Warner Bros. to Magnolia Park boutiques and the offices around Hollywood Burbank Airport, smart automation is transforming how Burbank businesses work. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs and installs robust, code-compliant systems that unify lighting, climate, AV, and networked controls—so your team can focus on creating, serving customers, and growing. Whether you manage a production office on Olive Avenue, a post studio off Riverside Drive, or a retail space on San Fernando Boulevard, we deliver dependable controls that cut energy costs, simplify daily routines, and scale as your needs evolve.
Our Work
Benefits
Future-Ready Technology Solutions
We engineer on scalable, IP-based foundations that keep pace with Burbank’s fast-moving studios and offices. From PoE lighting and tunable white fixtures to BACnet/IP integration with your BMS, our designs support APIs, remote monitoring, and secure cloud dashboards. We select hardware with long vendor roadmaps and easy firmware updates, so your system evolves—adding rooms, sensors, or automations—without ripping out infrastructure. When productions change or tenants rotate, your controls adapt in days, not months.
Certified and Fully Compliant
Shaffer Construction navigates Burbank permitting and Title 24 compliance end-to-end. We design to the California Electrical Code (CEC/NEC), Title 24 Part 6 (energy), and CalGreen requirements. Our lighting control sequences include occupancy/vacancy, multi-level dimming, daylighting zones, and demand-response readiness. We provide stamped drawings when needed, coordinate acceptance testing, and ensure UL-listed equipment. For interfaces with life safety systems, we partner with the Burbank Fire Department early, avoiding last-minute surprises and rework.
Expert Workmanship, Every Time
Our installers use pro-grade materials: Cat6/Cat6A solid-copper plenum cabling, shielded where needed; labeled patch panels; neatly dressed racks; EMT conduit; and commercial-grade smart dimming modules. We deploy enterprise Wi‑Fi access points with proper channel planning, add UPS and surge protection to safeguard controllers, and validate copper links with Fluke test results. Every space is commissioned with documented scenes and schedules. The result: clean installs, reliable networks, and controls your team can trust under deadline.
Personalized System Design
We begin with a discovery session to map daily workflows—production call times, conference schedules, retail hours—and review plans, existing panels, and networks. We model lighting zones, sensor placement, and Wi‑Fi heatmaps, then prototype key rooms for sign-off. Critical equipment is staged in our shop for faster on-site deployment. Training is tailored by role, from facility managers to reception. You get a system that reflects how your business actually operates, not a one-size-fits-all template.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for commercial automation in Burbank?+
Yes. The City of Burbank Building and Safety Division typically requires permits for low-voltage cabling and any tie-in to lighting circuits or panels. We prepare drawings, submit online, coordinate Title 24 acceptance testing, and schedule inspections. Many projects clear plan review in 1–2 weeks, keeping your timeline predictable.
Will installation disrupt our operations or production schedule?+
We phase work area-by-area, perform noisy or invasive tasks off-hours, and maintain temporary lighting and connectivity where needed. Dust control, clean cable management, and daily status updates keep your team informed. Most projects in active spaces install in 2–7 days with minimal downtime.
Can you integrate with our existing AV, BMS, or stage controls?+
Yes. We regularly integrate with Lutron commercial controls, Crestron/Extron room systems, Q‑SYS, DMX for stage lighting, and BACnet/IP building management. We document all interfaces, confirm network and security requirements with your IT, and provide a test plan so each integration is verified before sign-off.
What ROI can we expect and are rebates available?+
Lighting controls typically deliver 20–35% energy savings, with additional HVAC reductions from smart scheduling. Many Burbank businesses qualify for Burbank Water and Power incentives on controls and thermostats, reducing upfront costs. Depending on usage, clients often see payback within a few years through lower bills and streamlined operations.
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