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Tankless Water Heater (ebuild)

The company's new condensing tankless water heater offers the continuous hot water of a traditional tankless unit, along with a condensing design with two heat exchangers that improve efficiency even further. The Energy Star-qualified unit offers 95 percent thermal efficiency. For better safety and easier installation, the water heater features a concentric venting design. Four models are available. 866-746-6241.

Rheem Heat Pump Water Heater Delivers Twice the Efficiency of a Conventional Electric Unit (ebuild)

The new integrated air-source HP-50 Heat Pump Water Heater from Rheem Water Heating offers an industry-leading Energy Factor (EF) of 2.0, or more than twice the energy efficiency of a standard electric storage water heater. The energy-saving design will help a family reduce its carbon footprint by nearly two tons annually. In addition, the new water heater qualifies for a federal tax credit as well as many state and utility rebates and incentives.

Heat-Recovery Ventilator (ebuild)

The HVI-certified VHR 1404 heat-recovery ventilator is rated to recover and exchange 62 percent of exhaust air heat. The unit is equipped with two factory-balanced EBM motors with permanently lubricated sealed bearings for durability and low maintenance. An aluminum heat-recovery core is configured for efficient cross-flow ventilation; washable electrostatic panel-type air filters enable easy care. A preset defrost sequence automatically activates to protect the unit in extreme cold temperatures while maintaining fresh air intake and heat exchange. 800-747-1762.

Freevolve's housEvolve Thermostat Kit Maximizes Energy Savings (ebuild)

housEvolve is a revolutionary system giving owners the ability to monitor, control and become aware of problems related to their home's environment from anywhere in the world. A revolutionary interface makes housEvolve as easy to use as checking voicemail, so that its benefits are available to everyone, regardless of technical skill.

Tankless Water Heater (ebuild)

Energy Recovery Ventilator (ebuild)

The WhisperComfort spot energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is the first ceiling-insert ERV available in the U.S. Using two ducts, the fan exhausts stale air and brings in fresh air from outside. Its low-rate continuous run helps ensure that VOCs and other indoor air pollutants are vented out and replaced with fresh air. The fan's capillary core adds heat and moisture to the incoming air to temper it and maintain a comfortable indoor living environment. 800-211-7262.

Heat Pump Water Heater (ebuild)

Rather than heating water with a conventional electric element, the HP-50 heat pump water heater transfers available heat from ambient air, intensifies it, and transfers it to the water, resulting in an Energy Factor of 2.0, which the firm says is more than twice the efficiency of standard tank water heaters. The 50-gallon unit offers three modes: Energy Saver, for the most efficient operation; Normal, which uses both heat pump and electric elements for times of peak demand; and Electric Heat Only, a temporary setting to ensure hot water availability. The water heater's slim profile, measuring 21 inches in diameter and 75 1/2 inches tall, allows for easier installation in tight spaces. 334-260-1500.

GE Turns Up the Heat on its Hybrid Water Heater (ebuild)

Now that the new GE Hybrid Water Heater has been the first water heater to be Energy Star rated and first to be listed on the U.S. Department of Energy's website, it has reached yet another milestone. This new energy efficient heat pump electric water heater will reduce energy expenses up to 62 percent, saving as much as $320 annually on energy bills.

Hardcast Provides Quick and Easy Duct Installation with Gripple Cables and Fasteners (ebuild)

Hardcast, a leading manufacturer of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) hardware, adhesives and sealants, now offers Gripple hangers and fasteners, providing contractors with a quick and easy solution for virtually any HVAC installation.

UFO: Long Wave Infrared Heater now in US Market (ebuild)

UFO, the leading manufacturer of heaters are introducing a new innovation in heating technology: Long Wave Infrared Heating. UFO heaters will be launched in US this fall by mid October.