About HAI

HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) is a market share leader in home automation systems, defining "Home Automation" for the past 25 years.

All HAI products are sold through a worldwide network of Distribution Partners and installed by over 1,000 trained dealers in over 80 countries.

HAI was formed in 1985 to provide automation product to the newly emerging automation and controls market. HAI's founders, Tom Pickral, Brian Yokum, and Jay McLellan worked together in the commercial automation industry and sought to apply this expertise to the home automation market.

The company's initial product, the Model 1503, was introduced in 1988 as the first system on the market to offer complete burglary and fire protection, telephone access, lighting and appliance control plus programmable automation in a single affordable product. As sales increased, HAI's product line and customer list grew steadily.

HAI is a privately held company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. Energy conservation, alternative energy and better building techniques are ongoing endeavors being pursued by HAI‘s Engineering and Product Development divisions in conjunction with several private and government agencies.

The company reached profitability in 1993 and ever since has reinvested its earnings in the product line.

In January, HAI announced production of Bluetooth Remote Input Module for HAI's distributed audio system, VoIP intercom within OmniTouch Pro, Home Theater Extender 2 with templates, a MicroControl Companion, and KNX Gateway.

HAI Added firmware support for ZigBee and Z-Wave door lock integrations.

Also in January, HAI enhanced the Omni-Bus Lighting Control network with specific product updates to assist with installation.

In February, HAI yet again enhanced Omni-Bus by introducing 110V compatibility in addition to 220-240V, to control CFL, LED, ELV, Halogen, and Incandescent lighting.

During March , HAI added VoIPAlarm as their newest Connectivity Partner.

HAI updated Snap-Link Mobile for iPhone and iPad to control Audio/Video equipment with customizable templates.

HAI Released Stand-alone remote functionality for Kwikset ZigBee Door Locks

In April, HAI hired Manufacturer's Representative, Metro Sales Group, to assist our dealers.

Also in April, HAI began shipping Gen III UPB products as part of our HAI Lighting Control product family.

In January, HAI added KZValve as a Connectivity Partner, providing automated emergency shut-off water valves.

HAI also agreed to resell the 2N Telecommuncations One-Button VoIP Door Station with Camera.

Also in January, HAI added stand-alone audio solution with Hi-Fi 2, Music Gateway, and iPhone/iPad app.

To assist Spanish-speaking customers, HAI expanded support by offering Webinars, Products, Technical Sheets, and Marketing Materials in Spanish.

HAI also announced additional language support for Lumina Pro to include Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, Italian, Catalan and French languages.

In February, HAI's Smart Grid Solutions division partnered with Entergy New Orleans to facilitate their SmartView Energy Management Program and Memphis, Light, Gas, and Water to facilitate their Smart Grid Demonstration program.

In March, HAI announced a training partnership with Bedrock Learning and a Connectivity partnership with NEC telephones.

HAI also began shipping ZigBee Home Automation Profile Energy Management Products.

Security Solutions, Inc. was hired to assist HAI customers with another level of service.

In May, HAI began shipping a 220-240V lighting solution, Omni-Bus Lighting Network.

CoolMaster Air Conditioning Systems and VIVOTEK were added as new Connectivity Partners in June.

In July, HAI began shipping an HAI Dock for Multi-Room Audio systems and updated Snap-Link software with access control, audio, humidity, and user settings.

HAI added URC (Universal Remote Controls) to their Connectivity Partners.

In August, HAI's MicroControl began shipping, a stand-alone wireless energy management system.

During the month of October, HAI added configuration by room functionality to HAI home control systems and enhanced dealer tools for easier installations.

In November, HAI announced the expansion of International product families to include Russian, Hebrew, and Arabic languages.

In January, Atlona Technologies and AVocation Systems became Connectivity Partners.

In January, HAI's products were featured in HGTV's Dreamhome giveaway. Security, audio/video control, surveillance...even the guest house was outfitted with HAI.

In February, HAI enhanced and upgraded the Touchscreen Hub + Video Encoder, and re-introduced the products into the marketplace.

Firmware version 3.3 was released in February.

In March, HAI and Lutron strengthened their partnership to include control of RadioRA 2 and Sivoia shades.

Also in March, eLoka Lighting Control Systems became a Connectivity Partner.

In April, HAI released version 3.4 firmware. They also began shipping the IP Indoor/Outdoor Camera.

Philips Dynalite was added as a Connectivity Partner in April.

In May, HAI introduced foreign language product suites including Spanish (European/Latin American), Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Italian, Catalan, and French.

Also in May, HAI added the Split Phase Repeater and Three Phase Repeater to the HAI Lighting Control (HLC) product line.

HAI added Rave Technology, Nexus Audio Systems, Total Control, and GUI Ja Board as Connectivity Partners.

HAI added Metal Faceplates for OmniTouch 5.7e and 5.7 Touchscreens, available in Gold, Bronze, Silver, and Black.

In June, HAI released the Wireless Driveway Sensor and Snap-Link Mobile for iPhone.

August provided OmniTouch Pro Software, allowing an HAI interface on third party Touchscreens. HAI also released Snap-Link Mobile for iPhone in 90 countries and six languages. HAI introduced the OmniTouch 10pe Touchscreen. Additionally, HAI added Carrier Infinity and Bryan Evolution HVAC system connectivity.

In September, HAI Announced Regional Factory Training Courses "Hands On" trainings around the USA. Also in September, HAI's Music Gateway began shipping.

November marked the release of HAI's VoIP Intercom solution on OmniTouch 5.7e Touchscreens.

In December, HAI began shipping the Hi-Fi 2 by HAI multi-room audio system.

In January HAI released Firmware Version 3.0 for its Omni and Lumina home control systems and PC Access Version 3.0. With these releases, HAI started selling an Access Control Product line. (Note that OmniPro II can be upgraded to incorporate access control with a simple firmware change.)

Also in January HAI released Version 2.1 of its Pronto Link software. This release added support for French and Italian languages.

In February HAI joined Twitter, and in March HAI held its first Developer Support Forum at the EHX trade show.

In April HAI announced that Pronto Link was now available in the Portuguese, Latin American Spanish, and German languages.

Also in April, HAI announced a Connectivity Partnership with Black and Decker and made Audio Authority, Sistema Casa, and Myro Control new Connectivity Partners.

In May HAI released Version 3.1 of its Controller firmware, which brought HAI integration of Lutron HomeWorks® lighting control to HAI OmniPro II and Lumina Pro controllers.

HAI released the portable OmniTouch 10p Touchscreen, HAI's first customizable Touchscreen. Automation Studio was released as a tool to customize the OmniTouch 10p Touchscreen and to configure the remainder of HAI's IP-based products. Additionally, the Home Theater Extender (HTX) was released to bring HAI control over A/V products.

In June HAI released an Italian language product suite and added Arabic, Castilian, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), Dutch, Greek, and Turkish language versions of Pronto Link.

In July and August HAI announced Connectivity Partnerships with Only One Remote, Cartell, and Sensus. HAI launched a Smart Grid Home Area Network Initiative and created the http://smartgrid.homeauto.com website.

Version 3.2 of controller firmware was released in August and it included Clipsal lighting integration with HAI controllers. Clipsal became an HAI Connectivity Partner.

iON Security and Luxul Wireless became HAI Connectivity Partners in August.

In September HAI released the OmniTouch 5.7e Touchscreen, another customizable Touchscreen. This new Touchscreen uses Powered over Ethernet (PoE) and is an addition to HAI's IP-based suite of products.

HAI also released the HAI One Port PoE Injector and HAI Eight Port PoE Switch to provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) solutions for the HAI products that are powered by PoE.

The HAI C3 (Cellular Communication Center) was released in September. The HAI C3 is a wireless cellular communicator that allows phone calls to be made over the GSM cellular network using the existing telephones in your home. The HAI C3 can be used when there is no land line in your home or if the land line is temporarily unavailable. It may be used to communicate alarm conditions using the GSM cellular network when the land line or cable phone service has been cut.

Also, in September HAI launched the http://www.hai-international.com website to target the growing international interest in HAI products.

In October Borg Displays and Charmed Quark Systems became HAI Connectivity Partners.

In November Zektor AV became an HAI Connectivity Partner.

In December, HomeSeer became an HAI Connectivity Partner.

In 2008, HAI completely redesigned the Omni IIe, OmniPro II, Lumina and Lumina Pro controller circuitry. The circuit board is now 4 layer, improving density, reliability and immunity to surges and disruptions. System memory was made flash upgradeable so that upgrades can be made without changing chips. Two additional serial ports, for a total of five, were added for more connectivity options.

In January HAI expanded its HAI Lighting Control (HLC) product line with the introduction of the UPB™ Lamp Module and a Table Top Scene Switch Cradle.

In February HAI announced that it was shipping enhanced 4-layer controller boards for the Lumina, Lumina Pro, Omni IIe, and OmniPro II home control systems. This greatly improved the reliability, improved stellar immunity to surges and disruptions. The new boards now include five serial ports and flash memory for easy firmware updates.

HAI also released firmware version 2.16 for its controllers and released PC Access Version 2.16.

HAI started a corporate blog and created a facebook page.

In March 2008 HAI started shipping the UPB™ Appliance Module, a new line of Surveillance Products, Pronto-Link, HLC Load Control Module, and the RC-2000 Omnistat2 thermostat. Also, in March HAI released its new OmniLink II protocol, which allows for developers to use TCP/IP to communicate with an HAI controller.

At EHX Expo HAI and Russound announced that they have signed an agreement that will allow the two companies to collaborate in a new program that will bring an enhanced level of features, usability, and value to their installers and end-users. Christened "EnCompass," the program will ultimately provide a new, comprehensive selection of integration solutions for custom installers who demand "Best of Breed" performance from all aspects of their systems.

Snap-Link Mobile was released to allow control of your home over any device running Windows® Mobile Version 5.0+.

HAI released improved versions of its wireless receiver and OmniTouch Touchscreen Hub. A Spanish version of the OmniTouch 5.7 Touchscreen was also released.

In May HAI released the Omnistat2 RC-1000 thermostat, 4 Button Wireless Keypad, Hardwired Load Control Module, and an improved version of the Touchscreen Hub.

In July HAI launched a Developer Support program and website to support Developers looking to develop solutions using HAI controllers or thermostats. In August forum support was extended to HAI Dealers and Distributors.

In August HAI started shipping WL3 for Windows® Home Server. WL3 is an Add-in for a Windows® Home Server that allows you to monitor and control your HAI Home Control System from any device with a web browser, such as a computer, PDA, Smartphone, BlackBerry™ , iPhone 2.0™, iPod Touch™, etc.

In September HAI expanded its HAI Wireless line of accessories and started shipping a Vanishing Door/Window Contact transmitter.

In October HAI updated its Pronto Link software to allow support for the new Philips TSU 9800 Pronto and to introduce Russian, Chinese, and Hebrew language versions.

In November Jay McLellan, HAI CEO, was named to the Executive Board of the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association).

In December HAI added PLLC as a Connectivity Partner for its 220-240V UPB™ lighting control line. Also, it began shipping its new Power Hub products.

At the end of the year Home Automation, Inc. (HAI) and On-Q/Legrand (On-Q) announced the conclusion of a long standing OEM relationship relating to the On-Q Home Management System (HMS) product line. For over a decade, HAI had been an OEM supplier to On-Q for HMS controllers, devices, user interfaces, modules and software solutions. Although the OEM relationship between HAI and On-Q has ended, the companies remain friends and Connectivity Partners for On-Q’s ALC Lighting Control products.

In January HAI released firmware version 2.14 for its controllers. The new firmware added support for Hi-Fi by HAI and ViziaRF Z-Wave™.

In June HAI released firmware version 2.15 for its controllers. The new firmware added support for the CentraLite StarLite lighting system. It also added support for audio systems from NuVo, Proficient Audio Systems, SpeakerCraft, and Xantech. This firmware release also included a number of enhancements to the automation capabilities of all of the Omni family and Lumina family controllers.

In August HAI released the OmniTouch 5.7 Touchscreen to replace its OmniTouch Touchscreen. Additionally, HAI and DSC announced an integration of HAI's Lumina family of home control systems with DSC's PowerSeries alarm panels.

Updates of Home Control for Windows® Media Center and Web-Link II were released that offered more features and Windows® Vista compatibility.

In September HAI announced that its Scene Switches now incorporate an infrared sensor and that it was now shipping a remote control for these switches. It was also announced that the HAI Wireless Receiver now was shipping with Receiver Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI), which allows installers to ensure optimum placement and performance during installation.

In November HAI announced that all of its HAI Lighting Control (HLC) products were now shipping with Generation II UPB™, which added features and enhanced its superior reliability. There were no pricing changes to HLC products as a result of these enhancements.

Snap-Link Version 1.1.10 was released.

HAI closed its Mandeville office and moved its Engineering staff back into its New Orleans facility.

In January HAI released the Omni IIe home control system to replace its Omni II product. This mid-range home control system now offers an Ethernet port for connectivity. Also, at the end of January 2006 HAI released an upgraded Version of its award-winning Web-Link II software, used to access and control home functions remotely, including via the Internet.

In March HAI started shipping 1000W, 1500W, and 2400W switches as part of an expansion of its HAI Lighting Control (HLC) product line.

In March 2006, HAI started shipping the Lumina family of home control systems, which consists of the Lumina and Lumina Pro home control systems.

Lumina is a sophisticated lighting control system that is affordable and easy to install into new or existing homes. Numerous options and accessories from HAI allow Lumina-family home control systems to grow into complete home automation systems.

In April HAI moved its Production and Repair offices back into its 4330 Michoud Blvd. building after a complete renovation.

The Executive offices moved back into the production plant in June 2006.

In July 2006, HAI introduced Snap-Link. Snap-Link is sold on an USB key that plugs into any computer to monitor and control lights, security, temperatures, and webcams over the Internet.

Also in July HAI introduced the 15A Relay Switch, the first UPB™ Relay Switch on the market.

In July and August HAI expanded its wireless product offerings with the Recessed Door; Mini Door/Window Wireless Transmitters; and Wireless Glassbreak Detector.

Also, in August HAI introduced Lumina PC Access Software.

In October HAI announced the release of the Spanish Version of the OmniPro II, as well as announced CP-01 compliance for all Omni Family controllers.

In December HAI introduced and started shipping its Hi-Fi by HAI products. Hi-Fi by HAI is an affordable high fidelity Central Controller Distributed Audio System that powers speakers through digital amplification.

In January 2005 HAI purchased a 51,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility on 8 acres of land in eastern New Orleans. This expansion provides additional resources for engineering, on-site training, testing and product development facilities, marketing and technical support, as well as additional warehouse space.

HAI's new facility was damaged during Hurricane Katrina; however, HAI recovered from this event by relocating into multiple temporary offices and quickly restoring product manufacturing and shipping. The renovated facility reopened in April 2006.

Products released in 2005 include HLC (HAI Lighting Control), OmniPro II support for Nuvo and Russound Multi-Room Audio, HAI Wireless, an Access Control Keypad, and the OmniTouch for Video Touchscreen.

In December 2005 Jay McLellan, HAI President, was elected Chair of the TechHome Division of the Consumer Electronic Association (CEA). He will be on the Executive Board of the CEA in 2006.

In December 2005 HAI promoted Ron Gumina to the position of Vice-President of Product Development and David Hatty to the position of Vice-President of Manufacturing.

During 2004 HAI introduced several new products, including new “cool blue” backlit consoles and Omnistat Thermostats, support for UPB (Universal Powerline Bus) lighting control in all Omni-family controllers, and the introduction of HAI Home Control for Windows Media Centers (WMC). This software for Windows Media Centers allows control of all HAI Omni-family controller features from the comfort of an easy chair using a single media center remote.

HAI doubled its US Distribution in 2004 by adding ADI, the largest low-voltage security distributor in North America.