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  • Programmable Thermostat
  • ebuild (10/5/2009)
  • A high-definition, full-color touchscreen on the Prestige programmable thermostat provides an easy-to-use graphic interface for homeowners. Built-in wireless technology allows the thermostat to communicate with other Honeywell RedLink wireless devices, such as the Portable Comfort Control, a handheld unit that provides for temperature adjustment from anywhere in the house. A question-and-answer setup process allows the thermostat to program itself. 800-328-5111.
  • Energy Management
  • ebuild (10/5/2009)
  • Several new ZigBee platform accessories have been added to the maker's Energy Management product line. The Omnistat2 seven-day programmable communicating thermostat interacts with all HAI home control systems to regulate temperature and humidity in a home by learning a home's heating and cooling patterns. A new 5A Wireless Load Control Module controls low-voltage circuits, such as pool and spa heaters. Also available is the Wireless Coordinator, which plugs into Omni or Lumina family controllers, allowing for installation and control of HAI Wireless Energy Management components. 800-229-7256.
  • Leviton Expands Vizia RF+ Line with One-Touch Control Devices
  • ebuild (9/30/2009)
  • Leviton Manufacturing Co. has expanded its award-winning Vizia RF line of radio frequency-based lighting and home controls with three new combination devices that offer lucrative opportunities for installers in the home controls market. Designed for "no new wires" installations in retrofit environments, these stylish devices replace a single switch or dimmer with a multi-button combination switch/controller that provides local load control plus the additional benefit of scene and/or zone (area) control.
  • Shower Control
  • ebuild (9/14/2009)
  • Everything else is digital, so why not the shower? The ioDIGITAL system gives users the ability to set and maintain water temperature and flow with an electronic touchpad. The system can activate the shower, tub filler, or spa and will accept up to four presets so family members can each have their own setting. The keypad is available in three finishes. 800-289-6636.
  • EcoView Energy Management System
  • ebuild (9/10/2009)
  • The EcoView energy management system captures and displays the use of energy and other resources within a residence. A basic package includes a touchscreen display and electricity monitor, but the system can be programmed to control or monitor water, natural gas, lighting, HVAC, and other home systems. The package is Web-enabled for remote control and analysis. 415-464-4872.
  • Home Automation System
  • ebuild (9/10/2009)
  • The company's control products let users manage systems, such as temperature and smart lighting, from a touchpanel, TV, or remote Web connection. Load-sensing modules enable the system to monitor a device's energy usage. The system also can use an Energy Star database to calculate the energy draw of lighting, TVs, or other appliances. 801-523-3100.
  • Internet Communications Module
  • ebuild (9/10/2009)
  • Operating in conjunction with Honeywell's thermostats and other products, the Internet Communications Module connects building systems, like thermostats and water and irrigation systems, to the Internet, letting the units function as a broader, integrated system that logs data, performs diagnostics, and suggests energy-saving recommendations. The EcoConcierge Web site allows homeowners to access energy-use feedback and control and to monitor systems through a computer or PDA. 801-521-3525.
  • Energy Management Systems Put Homeowners in the Driver's Seat
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (7/22/2009)
  • If you've ever driven a Toyota Prius hybrid, you know the car's dashboard includes a monitor that displays which power source is operating and how many miles per gallon you're getting. The functionality has spawned a practice called "hypermiling," in which drivers squeeze every bit of fuel efficiency out of their cars by making adjustments to the way they drive.
  • Energy Monitoring System
  • ebuild (7/21/2009)
  • The PowerCost Monitor, a wireless home-energy-monitoring device, has been upgraded to provide homeowners with a 30-day energy estimate based on current consumption, allowing for instant feedback on the potential savings and impact of actions. The new model also makes it easier to determine the operating costs of each appliance and the impacts of how and when it is used, the company says. The product includes a sensor that attaches to the utility meter and a wireless LCD monitor inside the home. 866-607-2583.
  • Building Products Top 100
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/8/2009)
  • 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.

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