Boston Housing Authority's Mildred C. Hailey Modernization
Phase 1 · 49-57 Horan Way, Jamaica Plain, MA
The Mildred C. Hailey Modernization Project is a collaboration between the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) and SkyCentrics. Phase 1 connects two Mitsubishi building systems to SkyCentrics' cloud-based monitoring and automation infrastructure, giving BHA a unified view of HVAC and water-heating performance.
Systems Connected
Two Mitsubishi building systems are connected through the DREAM Platform and Super SkyBox, giving BHA a single window into both mechanical systems.
Mitsubishi VRF HVAC System
Connected via the AE-200A centralized controllerMitsubishi HEAT2O QAHV
Central heat-pump water heatingWhat SkyCentrics Is Providing
Real-Time Data Extraction
Live data from the Mitsubishi VRF and HEAT2O systems flows to the Super SkyBox and cloud-based DREAM Platform.
Centralized Visualization & Alerts
Graphing, reporting, and alerts for HVAC and water-heating operation in a single unified view.
AI-Assisted Analytics
Analytics that help BHA identify performance trends and potential operating issues before they escalate.
Remote BACnet Point Discovery
Cloud transmission of discovered points reduces the need for separate system-specific monitoring tools.
Foundation for the Future
A platform for measurement and verification, control, and future automation strategies across the property.
On-Site Deployment
SkyCentrics deployed a Super SkyBox in the HEAT2O (QAHV) control panel and connected it to the panel's network switch. The Mitsubishi AE-200A controller is connected to the same switch, allowing the Super SkyBox to discover BACnet points from both systems and transmit selected data to the SkyCentrics DREAM Platform. The gateway can use the building's Ethernet connection or an optional cellular connection when local network access is unavailable.
Fast, Low-Complexity Installation
The deployment was designed as a fast, low-complexity installation using existing network and power connections, creating a plug-and-play path to active cloud monitoring. With Phase 1 complete, the project has moved into active monitoring — giving BHA ongoing visibility into two of the building's key mechanical systems through a single cloud platform.
Why This Matters
By unifying HVAC and water-heating data on the DREAM Platform, the Boston Housing Authority gains the visibility and tooling needed to operate the Mildred C. Hailey property more efficiently:
- Unified visibility across two mechanical systems
- Early detection of performance issues
- Fewer system-specific monitoring tools
- AI-assisted analytics for operating trends
- Foundation for measurement & verification
- A path to future automation and control