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  • Hot2o Solar Hot Water SystemFAFCO Announces the First All-Polymer, Do-it-Yourself Solar Hot Water System
  • ebuild (3/20/2008)
  • FAFCO Inc., the oldest and largest producer of solar pool heating panels in the United States, announces the world's first lightweight, affordable, all-polymer, do-it-yourself solar hot water system designed to reduce water heating bills by up to 50%. Hot2o is the culmination of a ten-year collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy.
  • Eternal Hybrid Water Heating System
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • Using a counterflow design and multipass heat exchanger technology, the Eternal GU32 hybrid water heating system maintains 86% thermal efficiency with consistent pressure, the maker says. Easy installation and PVC-ventability make Eternal popular among plumbers. A computer monitoring system helps prevent scalding or cold-water shock, and the appliance has near-zero greenhouse gas emissions. 877.934.7455.
  • Elite Series XC14 Air Conditioner
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • The Elite Series XC14 air conditioner features precision-engineered scroll compressors and sound-dampening for quiet cooling. With efficiency ratings up to 16.20 SEER, the XC14 helps reduce energy bills, and uses ozone-responsible R-410A refrigerant. To control moisture, the XC14 works with the Humiditrol whole-home dehumidification system. SmartHinge louvered access panels protect coils and make the system easier to service. 800.953.6669.
  • Acadia Heating and Cooling Combo
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • Outperforming conventional heating systems by 200 percent, the maker says, the all-electric Acadia combined heating and cooling system is touted as a "next-generation heat pump." Acadia does not require supplemental heat and can use its efficient refrigeration cycle to continue heating even when outdoor temperatures fall below freezing. Opti-Cycle technology uses a second compressor to boost the system's performance. Early adopters have seen utility bills drop as much as 70 percent. 877.322.2342.
  • Solar Star Conversion Kit
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • The solar-powered Solar Star Conversion kit boosts the performance of existing passive attic vents and transforms noisy, powered vents into quiet, efficient units. The Solar Star ventilator uses a 10-watt proprietary photovoltaic solar panel with a brushless motor and five-wing injection-molded fan. The fan works continually to maintain temperature levels and low humidity in the attic. Run by the sun, no electrical hookup is needed; the fan operates at no cost, and savings on heating and cooling bills offer a fast return on investment. 886.765.2882..
  • Mr. Slim Outdoor Heat Pump
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • The Mr. Slim H2i P-Series outdoor heat pump offers a 36,000 BTU/h cooling and 38,000 BTU/h heating capacity and the maker's new Hyper-heating Inverter (H2i) technology, which incorporates higher compressor speeds at low temperatures and re-collects heat energy normally wasted in the flash process at the outdoor coil. As a result, the unit is highly efficient, operating at 100% of rated heating capacity at 5°F, 87% at -4°F, and 70% at -13°F, the maker says. 800.433.4822.
  • PanasonicWhisperComfort Ventilation Fan
  • REMODELING Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • Improve energy efficiency and homeowner health with the WhisperComfort fan, a new spot energy recovery ventilator (ERV) and 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.
  • Tank-Less Gas Water Heater
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (2/24/2008)
  • Available in indoor or outdoor models, tank-less gas water heaters measure 23 inches high, 14 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, making them ideal for small spaces, such as attics and closets. Available in June, users can choose from two flow rates: a natural gas 7.5 gpm model or a 9.4 gpm unit available in natural gas or LP gas. By heating water only when needed, the tankless units maintain efficiency ratings of .82, compared with .53 to .62 for standard water heaters, and can save homeowners up to 25% on water-heating costs annually, the maker says. 800.626.2000
  • Uponor AQUASAFEUponor Unveils AQUASAFE Looped Fire Safety System
  • ebuild (2/14/2008)
  • Uponor has unveiled a second AQUASAFE; Residential Fire Safety System, featuring a more efficient layout, in which each sprinkler is connected directly to the main loop line. As a result, the new AQUASAFE Looped Residential Fire Safety System requires fewer feet of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing and fewer connections, making it even more competitive with alternative fire sprinkler systems.
  • Uponor proPANELRedesigned Uponor proPANEL Unit Expands Radiant Design Options, Simplifies Installation
  • ebuild (2/14/2008)
  • Fully assembled and wired with Cat5 or RJ45 connectors, the four new proPANEL units are modular, allowing them to meet the needs of any radiant application, regardless of size or complexity. Connecting multiple panels to a single hydronic controller, such as the new Climate Control - Multifunction, also from Uponor, is a simple plug-and-play operation. "The new panels do not have an actual control inside them," explains Mark Hudoba, Uponor senior product manager, Heating and Cooling. "Instead, the panel is equipped with a control interface that allows easy wiring to the Climate Control - Multifunction."

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