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- Revolutionary New Green and Energy Efficient Heating and Cooling System Now Available in US
- ebuild (6/26/2009)
- Swiss-Dex USA, Corp., one of Europe's prominent leaders in radiant heating and cooling solutions, is proud to announce they are now bringing their state-of-the-art environmentally friendly and energy efficient heating and cooling system to the U.S. The Switzerland based company has been on the forefront of advances in green radiant ceiling heating and cooling systems all across Europe. The company's opening of US sales in the Triangle will now provide both residential and commercial builders across the US with a more effective and environmentally friendly alternative to force blown heating and cooling systems.
- Uponor Introduces AquaPEX Reclaimed Water Tubing for Greywater Systems
- ebuild (6/10/2009)
- Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling, introduces AquaPEX Reclaimed Water tubing. This new tubing offers all the benefits of Uponor PEX-a crosslinked polyethylene - flexiblility, durability, corrosion-resistance, 20-year proven history in plumbing, 25-year limited warranty - with a layer of purple coloring to designate the tubing for greywater systems that supply non-potable, reclaimed water to laundry, toilets and irrigation systems.
- Rheem Residential Power-Vent Water Heaters to Offer Remote, Push-Button Control
- ebuild (6/10/2009)
- Consumers will soon enjoy remote, fingertip control of their domestic hot water from virtually anywhere inside the home. Rheem Water Heating recently announced that a wired remote control with a liquid crystal display screen (LCD) will be offered on its 40-gallon and 50-gallon, tall and short, power-vent gas-fired water heaters. Available in late July 2009, the remote-controlled water heaters will be Energy Star-compliant, displaying the insignia on the exterior of the units, which will be distinctively identifiable with its black top and bottom pans and white jacket.
- Rheem Unveils Power Direct Vent Water Heaters That Meet Energy Star Requirements for Efficiency
- ebuild (6/1/2009)
- A new line of power direct vent (PDV), tank-type water heaters from Rheem Manufacturing Company is designed to meet the rigorous demands of today's tightly constructed new homes that seek to maximize both energy savings and air quality. Available in early July 2009, the units will be offered in 40- and 50-gallon sizes with both standard inputs and high inputs (40,000 to 65,000 BTU per hour).
- Tankless Heating System
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/29/2009)
- The Tankless Heating System combines a tankless water heater with a hydronic air handler to deliver on-demand heat using the same source for both domestic hot water and space heating. For optimum heat output in both applications, a priority system temporarily shuts down the air handler during periods of high hot-water demand, preventing the unit from blowing cold air. 800-621-9419.
- Tempra Tankless On-Demand Electric Water Heater
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/29/2009)
- The Tempra Tankless on-demand Electric Water Heater eliminates the standby heat losses associated with tank systems and reduces water-heating bills by 15 percent to 20 percent, says the firm. The compact unit's microprocessor control allows exact temperature setting from 86 degrees F to 125 degrees F through a knob and a digital display. The heater has all-copper piping and heating elements. 800-582-8423.
- Solar Star Conversion Kit
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/29/2009)
- 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.
- T-K3 Tankless Water Heater
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/29/2009)
- The T-K3 tankless water heater is water efficient and space efficient. Measuring 13.8 inches wide and weighing 40 pounds, it can be recessed between two wall studs. Up to four units can be connected without needing an additional control box, giving the heater a maximum flow rate of 7 gallons per minute. It starts heating water at .5 gpm, not the usual .75 gpm, allowing users to get hot water faster at faucets with less water flow, the maker says. 866-356-9190.
- Tankless Gas Water Heaters
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/29/2009)
- Available in indoor or outdoor models, these tankless 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. 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 percent on water-heating costs annually, the manufacturer says. 800-626-2000.
- Phoenix Solar Water Heater
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/27/2009)
- The Phoenix solar water heater combines domestic hot-water storage with a 97-percent-efficient, gas-fired backup in one unit. In addition, the unit features side tappings in the jacket that permit auxiliary connections to a hydro-air system for space heating. Made from stainless steel, the product incorporates a dedicated solar heat exchanger. 800-323-9651.
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