Fontems

Fontems is a company that designs and manufactures automated systems for building control. Founded in 1970, the company is headquartered in Portugal. Fontems specializes in solutions for controlling natural ventilation, solar shading, and lighting within buildings. Their product range includes actuators, sensors, and control units designed to optimize energy efficiency, indoor comfort, and occupant well-being.

The company's systems are used in a variety of building types, including commercial offices, educational institutions, hospitals, and residential complexes. Fontems' approach focuses on integrating natural ventilation and daylighting strategies to reduce reliance on mechanical systems, thereby lowering energy consumption and operational costs. Their solutions are often part of Building Management Systems (BMS) and aim to create healthier and more sustainable indoor environments. Fontems operates internationally, with a network of partners and distributors in various regions. They emphasize research and development to continually enhance their automation technologies and contribute to the evolving field of smart building solutions.