Zoneworks HIVE - NEW | Clevertronics AU: Emergency Exit Lights, Emergency Lighting & Battens

The World’s Most Advanced Emergency Lighting System

Zoneworks HIVE is the market-leading emergency lighting system, installed in over 4,000 sites across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.

It simplifies how emergency lighting is designed, installed, and managed by reducing backbone hardware requirements and implementing Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) meshing technology utilising only a single RF controller per 1000 fittings.

With Zoneworks HIVE, managing emergency lighting is now Simpler, Faster, and Easier:

Simpler for system designers.
Faster for installation and commissioning.
Easier for facility managers.

Plus, every Zoneworks HIVE system is backed by our Advantage Lifetime Support team—providing expert assistance for the life of the system, at no extra cost.

Advanced Lighting Management for
Car Parks, Stairwells & Back of House

Unmatched Simplicity

Simple backbone set up
One RF controller per 1000 fittings
Unlimited fittings per system
Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) meshing
Easy commissioning and handover
Lifetime Technical Support
Simple upgrade to existing sites
Industry grade encryption and site security

*1000 fittings per controller, unlimited fittings per system. Location of the controller is flexible & can be moved should the need arise.

The Zoneworks HIVE Advantage

Simpler Design, Faster Install, & Easier Management

Whether you’re designing, installing, or managing emergency lighting, Zoneworks HIVE delivers unmatched simplicity, speed, and efficiency—making it the smarter choice for designers, contractors, and facility managers alike.

Now you can specify lighting control functions and reporting for both car parks, stairwells, and back of house areas for no additional cost. The Zoneworks HIVE Advantage-Simpler Design, Faster Install, & Easier Management

Designers

Simpler...
Planning & Specification

Minimal Backbone Infrastructure – One RF controller per 1,000 fittings.
Wireless Mesh Network – No additional routers, repeaters, or data cables required.
Scalable & Future-Proof – Easily expandable without reworking the system.

What this means for you: Less complexity, reduced design time, and easier compliance with regulations

Contractors

Faster...
Install & Commissioning

Auto-Configuring Dynamic Self-Meshing – Devices self-connect, reducing setup time.
Plug & Play Installation – No need for additional networking cables or controllers.
Remote Testing & Commissioning – Reduce time spent on-site and simplify handover.

What this means for you: Faster project completion, lower labor costs, and minimal troubleshooting.

Facilities Managers

Easier...
Compliance & Building Management

Automated Compliance Reporting – Meets standards with no manual testing.
Real-Time Monitoring & Diagnostics – Get instant system health updates.
User-Friendly Dashboard – Easily manage emergency lighting across multiple sites.

What this means for you: Less complexity, reduced design time, and easier compliance with regulations.

HIVE Combine enhances Zoneworks HIVE by adding intelligent lighting control, optimizing energy efficiency, and streamlining compliance—without additional infrastructure or complexity.

Simpler...
Control, No Extra Complexity

Seamlessly integrates with Zoneworks HIVE, eliminating the need for separate lighting control systems.
Adds presence detection, absence detection, and group linking, simplifying design.

Faster...
Installation, No Extra Hardware

Utilizes the existing HIVE network, using the same controllers as the emergency lighting, DSM meshing, and simple commissioning.

Easier...
Energy Management & Compliance

Real-time energy monitoring optimises efficiency and cost savings.
Occupancy-based control enhances safety and reduces waste.
Centralises emergency and general lighting systems.

Reliable & Efficient Wireless Network with
Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) Meshing

Like a beehive, Zoneworks HIVE’s Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) Meshing enables each fitting to self-discover and form “colonies”, dynamically building a reliable, interference-free network.

These colonies communicate only within their group, preventing disruptions from other wireless systems.

This smart, self-organizing approach maximises efficiency, reduces commissioning time, and simplifies ongoing system management—making installation and operation faster, smarter, and more reliable.

DSM Meshing makes Zoneworks HIVE a smart, self-sustaining, and future-proof emergency lighting system that guarantees performance in any environment.

Key Features & Benefits of Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) Meshing

High Reliability & Availability
No single point of failure, ensuring uninterrupted operation.

Self-Healing & Adaptive Routing
Automatically finds the best data path, adapting to environmental changes.

Interference Avoidance
Multi-channel blacklisting prevents disruptions from other wireless systems.

Resilient in Dynamic Environments
Adapts to obstacles like walls, doors, or changing occupancy levels without impacting performance.

Efficient Operation
Optimises the signalnpath, reducing energy use while maintaining performance.

Prevents disruption
from other wireless systems by deploying multi-channel blacklisting, adaptive transmit power, short transit times, and retransmission of lost data.

Flexible Hosting Solutions For Every Site

Zoneworks HIVE offers four flexible hosting options to suit different site requirements, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure emergency lighting management.

On-Premises Hosting (Physical Server – Dedicated Network) Ideal for single sites without a shared network. Data remains on-site, with low infrastructure costs and no internet required
On-Premises Hosting (Physical & Virtual Server – Shared Network) Suitable for multi-building or campus-style sites with an existing network. Enables centralized management with scalability and BMS integration.
Off-Premises Hosting (Public Cloud – Virtual Server) Hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) for scalability & cost savings. No on-site server maintenance required, with secure remote access.
Off-Premises Hosting (Private Cloud – Virtual Server) Best for data-sensitive environments (e.g., healthcare, government).Offers dedicated cloud resources, enhanced security, and compliance.

Each hosting option is designed to optimize performance, reduce IT overhead, and ensure compliance for single-site and multi-site operations.

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A System for Every Type of Site

Large, Small, or Multi-Site Buildings

Whether it’s a large industrial facility, a small building, or a multi-site operation, Zoneworks HIVE delivers a reliable, scalable, and intelligent emergency lighting system—helping businesses of all sizes reduce costs, simplify management, and improve compliance. The simplicity of Zoneworks HIVE makes it unchallenged as the easiest upgrade to an existing building on the market.

1. Large Sites – Reliable Coverage Without Complexity

Managing emergency lighting across large facilities, warehouses, or multi-building campuses can be challenging, but Zoneworks HIVE simplifies the process:

Wireless RF Mesh Technology eliminates the need for expensive networking infrastructure.
Automated compliance reporting reduces manual testing mand maintenance.
Self-configuring DSM Meshing ensures seamless communication across large spaces.

With centralised cloud management, large sites can be monitored remotely, reducing time spent on-site while ensuring real-time system oversight.

2. Small Sites & Upgrades – Cost-Effective and Easy to Deploy

For small businesses, retail stores, and single-site locations, Zoneworks HIVE provides the benefits of a smart system without the complexity or cost of a large-scale installation:

Almost no backbone - one controller will be all you need for most sites
Cloud-based management – No dedicated PC or server required, minimizing IT demands.
Fast, simple installation – Wireless self-meshing means minimal setup time.

Zoneworks HIVE ensures small sites get all the advantages of an advanced emergency lighting system while remaining cost-effective compared to traditional SPU fittings.

3. Multi-Site Operations – One System, Multiple Locations

Businesses with multiple locations, retail chains, or distributed facilities need a solution that provides centralised control while allowing local management. Zoneworks HIVE delivers:

Seamless multi-site connectivity – Monitor and manage multiple locations from one interface.
Site Group Access – Facility managers can grant site-specific access while retaining full compliance oversight.
Consistent testing & reporting – Standardised emergency lighting management across all sites.

This makes Zoneworks HIVE the ideal solution for businesses that need to scale, ensuring all locations remain compliant with minimal administrative effort.

Managing Multiple Sites with one Simple Interface

Organisations with multiple sites can manage all their emergency lighting from one central location.

This feature, known as Site Group Access enables facility managers to grant specific access to users across different sites. For example, an organisation with multiple locations may have different facility companies looking after each site. With this feature, they can assign them all their particular site but retain central access to all the testing and reporting information for all locations. Those responsible for compliance have access and control of all the information required.

Zoneworks HIVE is simple & easy because:

No More Additional Routers
No More Additional Controller
No More Additional Repeaters
No More Additional Networking Cable

Unmatched Simplicity

No More Additional Couplers
No More Additional Data Points
No More Data Cable Between Fittings
No More Additional Extenders

Unmatched Performance

Unmatched Security & Reliability with Zoneworks HIVE

Advanced Security for Emergency Lighting Networks

Zoneworks HIVE provides industry-leading security with three levels of system network protection

Message Integrity – Ensures that network data has not been tampered with.
Message Confidentiality – Encrypts data to prevent unauthorised access.
Node Authenticity – Allows only authorised devices to join the network.

These security measures ensure that Zoneworks HIVE remains the most reliable, secure, and scalable emergency lighting system on the market today.

Trusted across many industries

HIVE Encryption Key

Following the initial commissioning, HIVE fittings are issued an encryption key; either globally across the entire site or on a controller-by-controller basis.

Similar to the way that bees join a colony, once the encryption key is applied to the HIVE emergency fittings and the controller, a segregated community of Zoneworks HIVE emergency light fittings is established, and the members of this HIVE will only communicate with their fellow members, ignoring any others within range.

New members can only be added to this community by the issue of the site’s unique encryption key. This key can be changed by the client if or as required.

Solutions for sites or areas that can’t utilise wireless platforms

For environments where RF networks are unsuitable due to client or application requirements, such as hazardous areas and hospital MRI rooms - Clevertronics offers two reliable alternatives:

Hive2Wired Bridge – Extends Zoneworks HIVE into RF-restricted areas using a wired communication link, ensuring all fittings remain part of the same system.
XT Data & Powerline – A fully wired alternative to Zoneworks HIVE, using data-over-powerline technology to enable emergency lighting management without the need for RF.

Both solutions ensure seamless compliance, monitoring, and control, even in RF-sensitive environments. Both these alternatives can be commissioned to work side-by-side on the same headend Zoneworks software.

Seamless Monitoring, Reporting, & Integration with Zoneworks HIVE

Zoneworks HIVE has all the functionality users are familiar with, including a clean and simple web-based interface that can be integrated seamlessly with other networked building management services.

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Fittings Details

Emergency Lighting Dashboard

Automated Compliance & Reporting

Automated Compliance & Reporting – Zoneworks HIVE automatically schedules and logs test results, eliminating the need for manual logbooks and on-site testing. Compliance data is securely stored and easily accessible, ensuring facilities remain audit-ready without the hassle of manual record-keeping.

Remote Monitoring & Proactive Maintenance

Facility managers can monitor and control emergency lighting from anywhere via a cloud-based dashboard, accessing real-time fitting status by Fittings Group or individual Fitting Details. With instant fault alerts, issues can be identified and resolved proactively, reducing downtime and ensuring system reliability.

Emergency Lighting Dashboard

The all-new Zoneworks HIVE System Health Dashboard provides a comprehensive, real-time view of your emergency lighting system, including battery performance and fitting age profiles. With clear pass/ fail indicators and failure reasons, users can quickly identify issues, track trends, and proactively plan maintenance and future investments, ensuring compliance and system reliability at a glance.

Live Drawings

The all-new Live Floor Plans feature in Zoneworks HIVE provides a real-time visual overview of emergency and general lighting on your building’s floor plans. Automated placement ensures accuracy, while clickable fittings display live status updates with colour-coded indicators for easy monitoring.

Simplify maintenance, compliance, and control—all in one view.

Seamless Building Management System (BMS) Integration

Zoneworks integrates with third-party Building Management Systems (BMS), allowing emergency lighting data to be managed alongside other integration systems such as lighting, ventilation, security, and access control within a single platform.

Flexible Integration Options:

Low-Level – Voltage-free contacts for alarm and fault notifications.
High-Level SQL – Direct database access to emergency lighting data (no additional cost).
High-Level MQTT – Compliance data integration with supervisory control systems and dashboards.

Clevertronics provides a customized system view, ensuring BMS integrators can access only the relevant data for each site.

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Effortless Set-Up & Commissioning with
Zoneworks HIVE

A Faster, Simpler, and More Efficient Setup

Commissioning emergency lighting systems has never been easier. Zoneworks HIVE eliminates complex infrastructure, reduces setup time, and automates network creation - allowing installers to get the system up and running faster than ever. And now with the addition Hive Combine, commissioning general lighting is just as easy.

1. Install & Power Up the HIVE Devices

No additional networking cables, routers, or controllers required.
Wireless Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) Meshing enables fittings toautomatically detect and connect to each other.
Reduces commissioning time by eliminating manual device pairing.

2. Commission the RF Controller

One RF controller can manage up to 1,000 fittings with unlimited fittings per system.
Simply turn on the controller and it will automatically communicate with the network.
No manual configuration of networking or data points is required.

3. Create the Logbook & Finalise System setup

Fitting registers can be uploaded instantly, saving time and reducing errors.
The system is ready for real-time monitoring, testing, and compliance reporting – via a smartphone, tablet, or PC.

Introducing Paperless Commissioning in Zoneworks Hive

Paperless Commissioning is a cloud-based process that streamlines device registration and setup during commissioning, eliminating manual paperwork. Installers enter device details via a mobile-friendly web link, which syncs to the cloud in real time, ensuring faster setup, improved accuracy, and secure, remote access—making commissioning quicker, more reliable, and fully digital.

Zoneworks HIVE offers multiple methods to commission the system to streamline the process for different buildings and project types.

Commissioning structured to suit your site.

Upgrading your existing Zoneworks system to HIVE

An investment in a Clevertronics Zoneworks system is an investment for life. Every new Zoneworks system is backwards compatible with previous generations that allows for a seamless upgrade pathway for all our end user clients to accommodate refurbishments like tenancy refits, building additions, or simply migration to our latest technology as fittings fail through natural attrition.

It is not a large investment to commence a system upgrade, simply add an HIVE controller and add or replace fittings when required under regular maintenance. Software updates are free and Clevertronics provides commissioning support to migrate your existing Zoneworks system and HIVE into one front end interface for ongoing testing, reporting & compliance management.

Backwards compatible HIVE nodes

Clevertronics LP & L10 battery technology combined with 100,000hour luminaires means your installed fittings have industry leading service life.

With our engineered backwards compatible HIVE nodes there is no need to discard functioning emergency lights to access the benefits of the Zoneworks HIVE as part of your upgrade project. The Zoneworks HUNI Card [HIVE Upgrade Node Interface] is a plug-and-play solution that links the existing evacuation luminaire into the HIVE platform. This process can happen in bulk or over time to build a complete HIVE system to maximise the life of your investment in lithium fittings.

Seamless experience between new and existing Zoneworks systems

A single hybrid front-end Zoneworks interface allows existing clients to control both the existing and new generation of Zoneworks in one location, without jumping between interfaces or windows.

This creates a more seamless experience for clients with no separation between emergency lighting - allowing for staged upgrades or new HIVE additions on sites using our powerline platforms.

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Upgrading your site to HIVE from scratch

Previous emergency lighting system upgrades were costly and complex due to the required backbone and cabling requirements. With Zoneworks HIVE’s simple backbone and Dynamic Self-Managed (DSM) meshing system, all sites, regardless of manufacturer, can now be easily upgraded cost-effectively.

Here are some signs you might need to consider an upgrade:

Your facilities management team are struggling to stay on top of testing and maintenance requirements
Your team isn’t sure how your system works because training and support is minimal
You’re not sure if your building is compliant, and there’s no log of the testing or maintenance
Your costs to manage, maintain, and test your system are high - and going up over time
Your lamps and batteries are an older style that needs replacing every year or so

HIVE progressive upgrades don’t add any significant upfront cost to your emergency lighting maintenance budget as it only requires the small investment of a HIVE controller. As the existing fittings fail and need replacement, HIVE compatible fittings are installed as a progressive upgrade throughout the site. This process ensures you are only using the maintenance budget to achieve the upgrade. Depending on the health of the existing fittings, you will likely have a fully operational HIVE site within a few years.

Only one HIVE fitting and controller is required to start you on a better emergency lighting compliance journey.

Are you interested in understanding more about an upgrade at your site?

To contact Clevertronics for a site audit, demonstration and cost analysis report.

Your Partner in Compliance

With the Zoneworks HIVE platform, Clevertronics also includes ongoing support through our complimentary Lifetime Technical Support (LTS) program. This service is designed to help the building owner & maintenance contractor manage the on-going health for the life of the system.

Emergency lighting is regarded as a life-saving device, and therefore, it should always in working order. Compliance with the standard can be costly, especially if the products and operating systems regularly fail.

Many emergency lighting companies finish their involvement on your project once the product has been supplied. However, at Clevertronics we know that on-going support is important to contractors and building owners.

To learn more about Lifetime Technical Support (LTS) Click Here

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Technical Overview

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Zoneworks HIVE Brochure

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Zoneworks HIVE BMS Integration Options

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Clevertronics Specification Schedule L10 & LP, CTP, DALI, Zoneworks HIVE

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Emergency Lighting Specification - Zoneworks HIVE L10V1.5

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Emergency Lighting Specification - Zoneworks HIVE CLPV1.5

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Zoneworks HIVE Emergency Lighting Backbone - Typical less than 1000

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Zoneworks HIVE Emergency Lighting Backbone - Typical less than 1000 Stairway Backbone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the HIVE fittings compatible with structured cabling installations?

Yes, as long as the fittings are powered up they communicate messages via RF without further reliance on the cabling infrastructure.

Can older/existing ZW sites be upgraded to ZW HIVE?

Yes, older sites can be upgraded and it would be recommended to do this as a gradual upgrade as the fittings require replacement. An upgrade will require the installation of an HIVE controller.

Will HIVE fittings have a visible antenna?

No is the general rule but metal fittings like our surface mount cylinder will have a visible external antenna.

What happens if I have 1,050 fittings on a site – is the 1,000 fittings per controller absolute?

Yes, this maximum number of fittings per controller is absolute. For 1,050 fittings you will need a second controller.

Is CleverEvac compatible with HIVE?

Yes, HIVE actually makes it simpler and easier to monitor CleverEvac fittings.

Does the HIVE system come with the advantage lifetime support program?

Absolutely, After-sales support with the ALS program continues as usual with HIVE sites.

How do I design an HIVE system?

An HIVE system is very simple and fast to design. Simply allow 1 HIVE controller to be installed to manage each 1000 emergency lights and exit signs. In a typical building scenario install the controller in the core area next to the facility managers office, provide it with an ethernet port for network access then add the emergency fittings onto the lighting circuits. No networking cables or additional aerials required! Contact your local Clevertronics office for free expert design assistance.

Are there any issues with interference between the HIVE RF signal and other RF frequencies in a building environment?

With HIVE DSM Meshing there is no single point of failure because all the devices are homogenous and can forward data as required. It is self-healing and reacts to changing physical or radio environments automatically. The HIVE Mesh is robust against interference. There can be several different wireless systems in the same area. Devices within the HIVEMesh locally choose the best channels to operate in whilst minimizing interference to other radio systems. In case a message is lost it will automatically be re-sent until it’s receipt is verified.

What is a MAD Device and how is it used?

A “MAD” or Mobile Access Device is a mobile commissioning and diagnostic tool that can be used to connect with individual or groups of fittings locally on a site. A MAD is a handheld unit the size of a mobile phone that can connect via Bluetooth to a mobile device (Phone or Tablet) and to fittings via an RF signal. Though not needed to commission a site it can be especially helpful for maintenance contractors and facility managers to perform function tests at individual fittings and check the live status of fittings locally after performing maintenance.

Can you connect a phone via Bluetooth to each fitting?

Yes, A Clevertronics MAD device can be used as an interface between a mobile device (Phone/Tablet) and individual fittings on a site. Please read the FAQ “What is a MAD device and how is it used.

Is the MAD (mobile access device) locked to a site or can a maintenance contractor use across multiple sites?

The MAD can be used across multiple sites, however, users will need the local HIVE network key to access a specific network. In that way, we prevent unauthorised access to any given network.

How can you tell that the fittings are communicating via RF?

Check the status LED on each fitting

-2 amber flashes for uncommissioned but no controller found
-1 amber flash for uncommissioned and controller found

How far can HIVE fittings communicate?

The minimum expected line-of-site coverage is 200m and the 2.4GHz signal can pass through concrete walls and structures (30m through 2 internal tilt slab walls). However, the HIVE fitting just needs to reach its closest neighbour on the same network security key to establish communications.

How do you secure the network to prevent Hive fittings communicating with neighbouring buildings/systems?

When HIVE fittings are installed and powered up they automatically build their own network using a factory default network key. In the unlikely event that separate installations are installed side by side fittings may temporarily communicate with those in an adjacent site. This is remedied when the register is uploaded assigning a location reference to each fitting. Each site will then use/assign a custom network key to “lock down” the network and networks keys are unique to a building/site.

Can the service pin (test button) be used to send a message from a fitting back to the server?

Yes. You can also communicate directly to each fitting on the floor at the individual device using the Mobile Bridge device.

How can Hive communicate to Emergency lights in RF restricted areas?

If a site contains an RF restricted area (eg Faraday cage) An HIVE-DATA (Hive-to-Wired) conversion module can be used to communicate via data cable to fittings within the restricted area. All fittings will still be visible as part of the HIVE Network. Fittings with remote gear are also used in this type of application and in this case the control gear could be placed outside the RF restricted area and therefore remain as an HIVE fitting.

What is the maximum distance achieved between a HIVE controller and a fitting?

Technically, approximately 200m in open air and 30m/2 walls inside a building, but this becomes irrelevant as the HIVE controller only needs to connect with the closest HIVE fittings and it won`t be 200m away. The HIVE platform uses DSM meshing to create our network – not point to point to the furthest fitting on site as some other systems attempt to do.

How many floors can the signal travel through?

HIVE uses DSM meshing rather than Gateway to each fitting (point to point) technology. This means Hive fittings only need to communicate with the next emergency fitting IE the floor above or below. This means the question on distance of travel (how many floors?) becomes irrelevant.

Does the HIVE signal interfere with Microwave sensors?

No, The HIVE RF frequency will not disrupt a microwave sensor signal

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