Cómo diseñar instalaciones FERMAX preparadas para el futuro: integración DUOX PLUS, CORA 4G y Domótica

How to design FERMAX installations ready for the future: DUOX PLUS, CORA 4G and Home Automation integration

In the security and telecommunications sector, the difference between a standard installation and one that's future-proof is in the details: system choice, cabling flexibility, connectivity, and the ability to integrate with other technologies. At FERMAX , three solutions stand out for their ability to take any residential, corporate, or institutional project to the next level: DUOX PLUS , CORA 4G , and home automation integration with voice assistants like Google Home .

This article is designed to help installers, architects, and engineers understand how to combine these technologies into a project that not only meets today's expectations but is also ready for the demands of the next decade.

1. DUOX PLUS: the heart of the installation

The DUOX PLUS system is already a standard in digital video intercom installations. Its great advantage is that it works with only two non-polarized wires , allowing existing wiring to be reused or drastically reducing complexity in new construction.

For the installer, this means:

  • Less installation time and lower labor costs.

  • Less risk of cable polarity errors.

  • Possibility of regenerating signal in long sections or with aged wiring, using devices such as the FERMAX Regenerator Ref. 3268 .

For architects and engineers, DUOX PLUS offers freedom in architectural design , as it doesn't require specific ductwork or floor plan limitations. It's also a scalable system, suitable for both single-family homes and large residential complexes.

2. CORA 4G board: connectivity without barriers

The CORA 4G panel is FERMAX's solution to environments where there is no physical network infrastructure or where a secure, standalone installation is required. Thanks to its integrated 4G connection, it doesn't require data cabling to operate and transmits stable, encrypted audio and video.

Key Benefits:

  • Ideal for detached homes, second homes, small communities or industrial environments.

  • Vandal -proof and resistant to extreme conditions.

  • Door management and opening from your mobile phone, no matter where you are.

When combined with DUOX PLUS, you get a hybrid system capable of covering areas with different connectivity needs.

3. Home automation integration: DUOXMe and Google Home

The definitive step toward a "smart-ready" installation is integration with home automation systems. DUOXMe allows users to answer calls from their FERMAX video intercom from their mobile phone, even when they're away from home. Add to this the connection to Google Home , and voice control and routine automation become an everyday reality.

Examples of automation:

  • “Ok Google, open the front door” when receiving a visitor.

  • Lights turn on and cameras activate when motion is detected on the plate.

  • Integration with alarm systems to enhance security.

This convergence of access control and home automation not only improves the user experience, but also increases the value of the property and positions it as an advanced technological asset.

4. Steps to design a future-proof FERMAX installation

  1. Assess needs and environment
    Determine whether the project requires only DUOX PLUS or a combination with CORA 4G.

  2. Plan the cabling and topology
    Take advantage of existing facilities or design optimal routes to minimize costs.

  3. Select key devices

    • Exterior panels (DUOX, CORA, Skyline…).

    • Signal regenerators in long-distance installations.

    • Monitors compatible with DUOXMe.

  4. Incorporate home automation integration
    Set up DUOXMe and connect it to Google Home or other compatible systems.

  5. Plan for scalability
    Leave the installation ready to add more homes, access points, or devices in the future.

5. Direct benefits for each profile

  • Installers : reduced time, fewer incidents, the ability to offer remote maintenance and value-added services.

  • Architects : design flexibility, aesthetic integration of panels and monitors, project enhancement.

  • Engineers : Scalable, secure, and future-proof technology solutions.

6. Conclusion

Designing a future-proof FERMAX installation isn't just a matter of adding more devices, but rather of intelligently combining existing technology: DUOX PLUS for cabling efficiency, CORA 4G for standalone connectivity, and DUOXMe with Google Home for a truly smart home.

At Profermax , we offer not only the supply of these products, but also technical advice so that each project becomes a benchmark in its sector.

Do you want to plan your FERMAX installation?
Contact our technical team and discover how to take your project to the next level.

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