Here are some needs a Facility Manager, Data Center Manager, or Utility Manager may have and which chart to use to meet each need:
| The Need (what you might want to do) | The Recommended Chart to use |
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AggregationChart combines values across a selected time range showing the average for each value. For example, if you select This Week, the chart reports the average for each day of the week. |
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AverageProfileChart plots a graph that shows the average of each value for all bindings grouped by time. |
| View equipment status (when was the power on and when was it off?) | EquipmentOperationChart shows when a piece of equipment is powered on and off. providing insight into equipment operating patterns. |
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RankingChart uses vertical bars to compare binding values from lowest to highest (left to right). |
| Determine for how long a value was at a specific level (high/low), such as to view the number of hours that a generator generated specific kilowatts of power per hour. | LoadDurationChart plots load versus duration. |
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SpectrumChart uses pattern recognition techniques and color coding to illustrate multiple aggregated values obtained from the same data source. The colors on the chart quickly identify trouble spots for further investigation. |
Details about each chart and a screen capture of each are in the Niagara Analytics Framework Reference