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- Air Conditioner and Heat Pump
- ebuild (7/21/2009)
- The XL 20i air conditioner/heat pump boasts 20-SEER efficiency and includes ComfortLink II with Charge Assist. ComfortLink II provides plug-and-play setup, requiring just two wires for installation and providing a digital interface for precise setup; ComfortLink II-enabled indoor and outdoor units communicate for automatic and proper charging, configuration, and calibration. The unit includes R410A refrigerant; dual compressors for two-stage heating and cooling; and an all-aluminum Spine Fin coil with low air resistance, greater heat exchanging capabilities, and more corrosion and leak resistance, the maker says.
- Ice Bear Air Conditioner
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/21/2009)
- Charged by a 5-ton condensing unit at night and storing 50 ton-hours of cooling capacity, the Ice Bear 50 Unit storage air conditioner operates on the power required to run two 150-watt bulbs, the maker says. It delivers up to 7.5 tons of consistent cooling. 877-542-3232.
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.
Rheem Enhances Prestige Series With New 18-SEER Condensing Unit- ebuild (4/28/2009)
- As consumer interest in environmentally responsible home products continues to grow, Rheem is pleased to unveil the Rheem Prestige Series 18-SEER, R-410A two-stage premium condensing unit equipped with the Comfort Control System.
Eco3 Compressor Controller- ebuild (3/24/2009)
- Added to existing controls on air conditioners and refrigeration systems, the Eco3 controller tracks, analyzes, adjusts, and optimizes the compressor to reduce energy consumption up to 15% annually, says the company. The Eco3 wires directly between the existing controller and the compressor. According to the firm, the device offers a two- to three-year return on investment. 713-263-7888.
- Rheem Enhances Prestige Series With New 18-SEER Condensing Unit
- (3/5/2009)
- As consumer interest in environmentally responsible home products continues to grow, Rheem is pleased to unveil the Rheem Prestige Series 18-SEER, R-410A two-stage premium condensing unit equipped with the Comfort Control2 System.
Gold W4GC6 16-SEER Air Conditioner- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/10/2008)
- The Gold W4GC6 16-SEER air conditioner features a Copeland Scroll UltraTech two-stage, high-efficiency compressor that the company says provides improved temperature control and greater energy savings versus standard compressors. The model also includes the Comfort Alert II diagnostic model for more efficient servicing, a heavy-duty sound jacket, and aluminum fins and copper tubing that maximize heat transfer and air flow. Refrigerant is R410A.
SoftSound SXT+ Two-Stage Split-System Air Conditioner- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/10/2008)
- SoftSound SXT+ two-stage split-system air conditioners are available in 2- to 5-ton cooling capacities and provide up to 18-SEER efficiency. A Copeland scroll compressor and two-speed fan motors provide for quieter operation by operating in the quieter, lower stage most of the time, the company says; sound jackets and a sound-reducing fan orifice also reduce noise. The units also feature corner posts with grille panels for added strength and vibration and noise reduction, and LED fault indicators for easier service diagnosis.
Tools & Equipment Review- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/8/2008)
- Heating and cooling systems account for nearly 50 percent of a house's energy consumption, so choice of equipment and the way it is installed are keys to success for any green builder. And as the focus on energy efficiency has led to improved building shell performance (including high-performance insulation packages and passive solar heating), selecting HVAC components that match the projected energy requirements will ensure that you optimize the system and meet the occupants' comfort needs and expectations.
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.
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