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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.

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.

Ventilation Fans (ebuild)

Energy Star-qualified WhisperValue (FV-10VS1) and WhisperValue-Lite (FV-10VAL1) ventilation fans boast a slim profile of 3 3/4 inches deep for mounting easily in a 2x4 joist cavity. Each fan provides 100-cfm circulation, operates at 1.5 sones, and is UL-listed for ceiling installation; the FV-10VS1 also is UL-listed for wall installation. The FV-10VSL1 includes two 18-watt CFLs and a 4-watt nightlight. 866-292-7292.

Ventilation Fans (ebuild)

Energy Star-qualified WhisperValue (FV-10VS1) and WhisperValue-Lite (FV-10VAL1) ventilation fans boast a slim profile of 3 3/4 inches deep for mounting easily in a 2x4 joist cavity. Each fan provides 100-cfm circulation, operates at 1.5 sones, and is UL-listed for ceiling installation; the FV-10VS1 is also UL listed for wall installation. The FV-10VSL1 includes two 18-watt CFLs and a 4-watt nightlight. 866-292-7292.

Solar Star Conversion Kit (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Solar Star Conversion Kit boosts performance and lowers noise of existing attic fans. The Solar Star ventilator is powered by a 10-watt photovoltaic solar panel and features a high-performance brushless motor and five-wing injection-molded fan. The unit works continually to maintain low humidity and temperature levels, eliminate wintertime condensation, and keep attic heat from building up in the summer. It requires no electrical hookup. 888-765-2882.

WhisperComfort Spot Energy Recovery Ventilator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Ventilation Add-On Kit (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Daylighting goes multifunctional with the ventilation add-on kit, for use in moist areas like baths and laundry rooms. The fan, which turns on with a switch, attaches seamlessly to the 160 Daylighting System, which illuminates up to 200 square feet, or the 290 DS, which lights 300 square feet. 888-765-2882.

Building Products Top 100 (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The need for product innovation doesn't stop in a down economy, and last year building product manufacturers continued to serve customers with plenty of new, valuable introductions for the home and the jobsite. And if Building Products' annual Top 100 list is any indication, contractors looking to differentiate and innovate welcomed that information.

Ventilation Kit (ebuild)

SmartSense Ventilation System (BUILDER Online)

A SmartSense Ventilation System will create integrated moisture management using the company's Ultra Silent fans installed throughout the house. The system monitors manual usage of the fans and automatically activates when there is a need. The Energy Star-rated fans use less than 35 watts during ventilation cycles and operate at 0.3 and 0.7 sones. Broan-NuTone. 800-558-1711.