Tech Update

Sept. 1, 2011
Commercial and Residential Air Distribution: Grilles, Registers, Air Handlers, Fans, Fan systems, Dampers, Ventilation products

Amana
For new or retrofit installations, the Amana® brand AVPTC Air Handler supplies consistent airflow over a range of static pressure conditions, regardless of the duct system. Up to 12 field-selectable airflow settings optimize CFM. The Amana Air Handler's variable speed motor enables more even distribution of the air from room-to-room and floor-to-ceiling, reducing the likelihood of hot and cold spots in the house compared to single-speed unit.
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American Standard
The AccuClean™ whole-home air filtration system from American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning removes up to 99.98% of allergens from the filtered air, and can reduce dust mites by keeping the air below 50% humidity, sources state.

  • AccuClean Whole-Home Air Filtration System highlights:
  • Catches particles down to .1 micron in size
  • Eight times more effective than the best HEPA room appliance
  • 100 times more effective than a standard one-inch throwaway filter or ionic-type room appliance .

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Goodman
The dual-fuel Goodman® GDP14 packaged system delivers energy-efficiency ratings of up to 14.5 SEER, 8.0 HSPF and 80% AFUE.

Goodman's GDP14 boasts a high-efficiency scroll compressor, R-410A chlorine-free refrigerant, and a dual-diameter, wrinkle-bend technology heat exchanger – made from corrosion-resistant T-140 aluminized steel. The feature set includes an EEM blower motor; louvered metal panels for condenser coil protection; self-diagnostics on all blower operation and safety circuits; plus a direct spark ignition system with microprocessor-based control for the entire ignition sequence.

A 20-year heat exchanger limited warranty and a 10-year parts limited warranty covers Goodman's dual-fuel packaged system.
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Greenheck
Greenheck’s new air measuring damper (AMD) series combines an accurate airflow measuring station and a low leakage damper into one compact assembly that measures and regulates airflow volumes to a target set-point. The AMD series is compatible with a field-supplied controller or a factory-supplied LON controller. The series includes four models: AMD-23 featuring a 3V blade control damper; AMD-33 incorporating a fabricated airfoil blade control damper; AMD-42 constructed with an extruded airfoil blade control damper; and AMD-42V featuring a vertical extruded airfoil blade control damper.
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Lennox
The Lennox T-Class™ line of split systems features compact indoor units no more than 30-in. wide, to fit through standard 32-in. doorways and comes fully assembled.

According to company sources, a good match for the T-Class 6- to 20-ton air conditioners and heat pumps is the TAA air handler. Factory-provided thermostatic expansion valves and easy refrigerant line access help reduce installation time, while multiple circuit coils offer 50/50 face split two-stage capacity operation for increased comfort (available with 7.5- to 20-ton models).
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McQuay
McQuay's fan array for Vision™ indoor air handlers offers multiple fan combinations for increased flexibility. By incorporating an array of smaller fans in place of one large fan, McQuay’s fan array reduces footprint size, noise and maintenance, while providing redundancy and design air-flow for critical installations. Ideal for replacement projects, the fan array section can be disassembled into smaller components for easier service.
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Rheem
Available in 7.5-, 10-, 15- and 20-ton sizes, the smartly designed Rheem RHGL Series of commercial air handlers provides businesses with the utmost in reliability and performance. Contractors, in turn, benefit from several features that make the unit easy to install and service. The low-profile nature of the unit allows for both vertical and horizontal installations, thereby giving contractors greater flexibility to adapt to a variety of installation scenarios.

Also available is the Rheem hydronic air handler, which is an integral piece of the Rheem integrated heating and water heating system, which is a unique system that heats both the air and water in a home. When a Rheem tankless gas water heater is matched with the Rheem hydronic air handler, hot water is circulated through the air handler to produce heat and is then re-circulated back to the tankless water heater to ensure that no water is wasted. According to company sources, this pairing of products provides a soft, comfortable heat to the home while maintaining comfortable humidity levels regardless of the climate.
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Ruskin
Ruskin's complete line of electronic air measuring products provides low-pressure drop solutions with accuracy in multiple mounting configurations. Models EAMP and EFAMS include a transmitter with LCD display indicating air-flow and temperature.
ruskin.com/airmeasuring
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Trane
The Trane Hyperion air handler features an all-aluminum coil. The double-walled, Air-Tite™ II cabinet eliminates the need for exposed insulation and helps prevent energy loss with the use of airtight plugs instead of conventional knockouts.

Other Hyperion features included:

  • Vortica™ Blower for quiet, efficient operation
  • Modular design
  • Electronic expansion valve metering device
  • Quick-turn fasteners help to virtually eliminate air loss
  • "No leak" drain pan made from rust-resistant composites and built with a gradual slope
  • Heating options for either hydronic or electric heat
  • Corrosion-resistant finish
  • ComfortLink™ communicating technology
  • Highly efficient variable-speed technology.

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