Personal Environment Unit (PEU)
Advanced Control Room Environmental Controls
In mission-critical environments, operator performance depends on more than equipment and technology. Critical variables like comfort, clarity, and stability of the workstation itself become pillars to rely on. Tresco’s Personal Environment Unit (PEU) is a centralized control system that gives operators intuitive access to the core environmental factors that influence focus and fatigue.
Lighting, airflow, temperature, acoustics, sit-stand ergonomics, and workflow visibility are all managed from a single touchscreen interface designed specifically for 24/7 control room operations.
What Is the PEU? A Complete Environmental Control System for Control Rooms
The PEU is a purpose-built control room environmental control system that allows operators to personalize and manage their immediate workspace without impacting nearby consoles or requiring intervention from facility systems.
Developed under ISO 11064 ergonomic principles, the PEU transforms a console from a static workstation into an adaptive, operator-first environment. Key achievements include:
- Improved operator focus and reduced cognitive load
- Better alertness during extended monitoring tasks
- Smoother shift transitions through saved personal profiles
- Reduced fatigue through ecosystem-level ergonomic control
- Reliable performance during continuous 24/7 operation
Compatible with all Tresco console lines: AEGIS, NEXUS, and VANGUARD. The PEU adds a new level of environmental precision and personalization to mission-critical furniture.
Key Capabilities of the PEU
Multi-Zone Lighting Controls
The PEU provides advanced lighting controls across four independent lighting zones:
- Monitor task lighting with warm/cool color temperature blending
- Backwall task lighting for glare-free visibility near video walls
- Under-desk RGB lighting for ambient visual comfort
- Acrylic RGB lighting for edge glow and status signaling
Operators have complete control over brightness (0–100%), RGB values (0–255), and can save up to five presets per zone. The system supports balanced illumination ratios to minimize glare and visual fatigue as recommended by ISO 11064-6.
Airflow and Thermal Controls
Maintaining personal comfort in a multi-operator environment is a known challenge. The PEU solves this through localized airflow and heating that do not interfere with adjacent workstations. Features Include:
- Low-noise fan module (31–41 dBA) delivering up to 80 CFM
- Choice of radiant heater (150W output) or kick-space heater (500W output)
- Independent temperature and airflow adjustments per operator
This creates a stable micro-climate at each console while keeping the overall control room environment within recommended comfort ranges.
Sit-Stand Height Adjustments
Operators can adjust the console’s height with 0.1-inch precision and store two preset positions (Sit and Stand). The PEU’s sit-stand controls enable ergonomic postures throughout the shift, reducing discomfort and improving long-term readiness.
The sitting and standing positions are saved to each operator profile, with up to 100 different operator profiles active in a single console.
The system accommodates operators from the 5th to 95th percentile of body dimensions, effectively matching ISO 11064-4’s guidelines for workstation adjustabilit
Acoustic Masking & White Noise Controls
Control rooms can be acoustically dynamic environments. The PEU integrates a white-noise generator with volume control from 1 to 100, helping mask background speech and distractions.
This supports the ISO 11064 acoustic guidance that recommends maintaining controlled background sound levels to preserve operator concentration.
Operator Experience & Personalization
Up to 100 Operator Profiles
With up to 100 individual user profiles, each operator can maintain personalized settings for:
- Lighting
- Sit-stand height
- Noise masking
- Airflow and heating
- Interface layout
Profiles load instantly upon login, improving shift handoff and maintaining consistency.
Customizable Interface and Branding
Administrators can configure:
- Corporate logos
- Background images
- Color schemes
- Icon layout
- Feature access by role
This creates a unified visual identity across all consoles and ensures each operator sees only the controls relevant to their workflow. (Points 1-3 need to be configured during the initial setup with Tresco technicians)
Programmable Power & Workflow Status Indicators
The PEU integrates essential workflow tools directly into the control panel, including:
- Two programmable AC outlets with surge protection
- Automatic status indicator lighting (Busy, Available, Do Not Disturb) connected to phone activity
- Manual Do Not Disturb mode to eliminate interruptions during critical tasks
These features enhance situational awareness across the room without generating additional noise or requiring verbal cues.
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Designed Around ISO 11064 Ergonomic Guidelines
The PEU was engineered by Tresco’s design, human-factors, and engineering teams using the ergonomic principles of ISO 11064 – Ergonomic Design of Control Centres chapters 1 through 7.
Its functions align with key sections of the standard, including environmental design, task lighting, acoustic performance, thermal comfort, workstation geometry, and display interaction. While our full compliance matrix maps every PEU feature to specific ISO clauses, the summary below highlights how key environmental controls are supported by the standard’s core principles.
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Competitive Advantage
Most environmental control add-ons in the control-room industry were designed as simple comfort tools, not as fully integrated operator-centric systems. The PEU exceeds the category by delivering a depth of customization, ergonomic intelligence, and system integration that typical “task light and fan” modules simply can’t match.
Below is a high-level comparison of where the PEU goes beyond what’s commonly available from other manufacturers.
| Category | PEU (Tresco) | Typical Industry Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Controls | Full system: lighting, airflow, heating, acoustic masking, sit-stand, status indicators | Basic comfort tools: light + small fan/heater |
| Operator Profiles | Up to 100 profiles with personalized presets | 2–4 profiles (or none) |
| Lighting Capabilities | 4 independent zones + RGB + CCT blending + presets | Single task light, limited brightness, no RGB or CCT tuning |
| Workflow Status Indicators | Integrated Busy / Available / DND lighting tied to phone activity | Usually not included |
| User Interface & Branding | Custom logos, background, and colors with a drag-and-drop UI for each role | Static, non-brandable |
| Role-Based Access | Administrator vs Operator permissions | Typically no role-based access or restrictions |
| Acoustic Masking | Built-in white noise generator (1–100 volume range) | Rarely included |
| Thermal & Airflow Control | Low-noise fan + a choice of 500W forced or 150W radiant heating + personalized comfort | Basic fan/heater toggles no choice of heat source. |
| ISO 11064 Alignment | Fully mapped to Parts 1–7 with traceability matrix | Limited or no ISO-based development |
| Maintenance | Swappable components. No reprogramming | Components often require full replacement or system downtime |
| System Architecture | A single main user interface, that controls the system brain, and from there all available accessories. Closed, hard-wired (no Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) for cybersecurity purposes. | Fragmented user Interfaces to control comfort functions, lighting functions, and sit-stand adjustments. Some available wireless conections posing a cybersecurity risk. |
| Warranty & Reliability | 5-year warranty on electrical components | Standard 1 year warranty |
| Consistency Across Consoles | Identical UI across AEGIS, NEXUS, VANGUARD | Inconsistent system behavior across console lines given the fragmented user controls |
Why the PEU Leads the Category
The PEU stands apart because it is:
- A complete environmental control system
- Ergonomically compliant and ISO-aligned
- Highly personalized and user-adaptive
- Integrated directly into the console’s workflow
- Reliable, serviceable, and designed for 24/7 operations
Rather than adding a few comfort toggles, the PEU transforms the operator’s console into a fully adaptive, mission-critical workstation.
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PEU Architecture & System Components
Touchscreen Interface
- 8.7” anti-scratch display
- 1340 x 800 resolution TFT
- No wireless modules (Wi-Fi & Bluetooth disabled for cybersecurity reasons)
System Control Brain
- 120V AC input
- 15A total load
- Integrated power and logic distribution
Plug-and-Play Accessories
- Designed for rapid maintenance
- Fans, heaters, lights, and actuators are hot-swappable
- No reprogramming or downtime required
Accessory Replacement
The PEU is engineered for fast, low-disruption maintenance, a critical requirement in 24/7 control room environments. All core environmental modules are designed to be swappable, allowing qualified technicians to replace individual components without system downtime or reprogramming.
Modular, Service-Friendly Design
Each environmental control element connects through quick-disconnect harnessing, allowing a technician to remove and replace parts in minutes. Replaceable accessories include:
- Fan modules
- Radiant or kick-space heater
- Lighting modules (task, RGB, acrylic)
- Power outlets
- Height actuator modules
- Control brick peripherals
No Reprogramming Required
The PEU automatically recognizes replacement modules on power-up, ensuring seamless operation and reducing service time.
This modular approach minimizes operational disruption, lowers long-term maintenance costs, and ensures consoles remain mission-ready.
Firmware Updates
The PEU platform is designed to evolve. As new capabilities, improvements, and lighting/ergonomics logic are introduced, Tresco-certified technicians can update the system firmware on-site.
Secure, Technician-Managed Updates
To maintain cybersecurity and system integrity:
- Firmware updates are only performed by Tresco-authorized technicians.
- The system operates on a closed, hard-wired architecture (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are disabled by design).
- Only approved firmware packages can be loaded.
Purpose of Firmware Updates
Updates may include:
- New lighting control behaviors
- Improved fan or heater logic
- UI refinements
- Expanded status-indicator functionality
- Additional operator profile options
Diagnostics and Logging
The PEU includes a built-in logger for technicians to review system events, module activity, and configuration changes. This supports long-term reliability and ensures ongoing alignment with mission-critical requirements.
Warranty
Every PEU is backed by Tresco’s commitment to reliability, durability, and safety in continuous-use environments.
5-Year Warranty on Electrical Components
Tresco provides a five-year warranty covering:
- Control brick
- Touchscreen
- Fans
- Heaters
- Lighting modules
- Power outlets
- Actuator modules
This warranty applies when the PEU is installed and serviced by Tresco or authorized partners.
What the Warranty Covers
- Manufacturing defects
- Failures in materials or workmanship
- Component malfunction under normal operation
What the Warranty doesn’t cover
- Misuse or operator damage
- Improper installation by unauthorized personnel
- Environmental or electrical damage (surge, water, etc.)
- Third-party modifications
- Unauthorized firmware changes
How to Request Service
To initiate warranty support, provide:
- Serial number
- Installation date
- Description of the issue
- Photos were applicable
Approved repairs can be performed on-site or via replacement shipment. Replaced components inherit the remaining warranty term automatically.
Reliability You Can Trust
The PEU is built with strong and reliable accessories, a closed control architecture for maximum security, and stringent quality controls. All backed by an industry-leading warranty and a holistic human-first customer service. Ensuring reliability in the most demanding 24/7 operational environments.
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