Bradford White ICON System™ Accessory Packages
Bradford White Water Heaters recently introduced their Bradford White ICON System™ accessory packages. The accessory packages work in conjunction with the company's recently introduced ICON System gas control to provide homeowners with additional benefits such as comprehensive leak protection and better, more energy efficient performance. It provides up to 36% savings on energy usage, and an increase in usable hot water by as much as 50% or more, sources say.
The packages include a fully programmable 7-day, 4 period/day LCD digital control that can be attached to the water heater or mounted remotely throughout the house. Leak detection includes an audible alarm and optional automatic cold water shut off valve. An enhanced integrated mixing device with multiple optional water connections is quick and easy to install.
bradfordwhite.com
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Greenheck Announces the Release of CAPS 4.2
Greenheck recently released Version 4.2 of its Computer Aided Product Selection Program (CAPS). The AMCA-certified CAPS program features a new user interface and includes product descriptions, application information, dimensional drawings, and detailed product performance data for all Greenheck products and CAD drawings for many products. CAPS provides complete menu-driven support for Greenheck's fans and ventilators, centrifugal and vane axial fans, energy recovery ventilators, make-up air units, kitchen ventilation systems, dampers, louvers, indoor air handlers and coils. New to CAPS Version 4.2 are the Greenheck Vari-Flow kitchen ventilation system; the Sure-Aire™ airflow monitoring system; Model HBTR-451 heavy duty bubble tight damper; insulated blade damper Model ICD-44, and Model VSH vertical stack high-rise fan coil unit.
greenheck.com
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Johnson Controls Releases Upgrade to Metasys® Building Management System
Johnson Controls has released Metasys® version 5.0 Building Management System (BMS). The latest update delivers greater visibility into building operations and energy usage through multiple system enhancements, including web-enabled reports and summaries compatible with the iPhone® and iPod Touch® platforms, and wireless controls and sensors.
The upgrade also features new and simplified RAP graphics which can be accessed over the building's network or remotely through Web-enabled PC devices, with all of the features of a traditional building management workstation, including system floor plans, alarms, and task-based interfaces. Building occupants can access a customized view of HVAC, lighting, or security systems through a hand-held device or personal computer.
johnsoncontrols.com/metasys
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Rheem-Ruud SPIDERfire® Commercial Water Heaters Offer Thermal Efficiencies Up to 95%
Featuring a unique, multi-leg heat transfer system, the new Rheem-Ruud SPIDERfire® line of condensing-type commercial water heaters offers a wide range of BTU inputs, all with ultra-high thermal efficiencies from 92% to 95%. The result is a higher recovery rate - particularly during periods of heavy usage.
The new SPIDERfire is engineered to deliver substantial amounts of hot water to meet the needs of larger commercial applications, such as restaurants, office buildings, schools, retail stores, and the like. The most powerful unit in the series, with an input of 350,000 BTU per hour, can generate 976 gallons of water per hour at a 40F rise. Lower-input models - 130,000, 160,000, 199,000, 250,000, and 300,000 BTU/hour — are also available.
rheem.com
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Delmar and Dewalt® Release Complete Handbook on Construction Estimating
Delmar announced the release of the Dewalt® Construction Estimating Complete Handbook for building and construction professionals.
The Dewalt® Construction Estimating Complete Handbook, a comprehensive but concise guide covering all aspects of the construction estimating process, is useful for both experienced professionals who want to polish their estimating skills as well as for junior estimators, assistant project managers, and students studying construction management. This guide covers key industry profit-making factors including bid planning, scope review, quantity take-off for all trades and divisions, cost analysis, value engineering, Excel spreadsheet estimating tutorials and much more. The handbook is also ideal for general contractors or construction managers who need to have knowledge of every trade involved on a jobsite.
informationdestination.cengage.com
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Traceable® Humidity/Temperature/Dew Point Meter
Control Company's Traceable® Digital Hygrometer/Thermometer/Dew Point instrument provides a response time of under 10 seconds with a resolution of 0.01%RH, 0.01°F/°C, and 0.01° dew point °F/°C. It samples one-and-a-half times per second. “Fuzzy logic” algorithm pinpoints the exact answer almost instantly. The direct-reading instrument has an accuracy of ±1.5%RH and ±0.4C. Results are reported in both degrees F and degrees C from -40.00 to 220.0F (-40.00 to 104.0C) temperature, and from -40.00 to 140.0F (-40.00 to 60.00C) dew point.
To assure accuracy an individually serial-numbered Traceable® Certificate is provided from our ISO 17025 calibration laboratory accredited by A2LA. It indicates traceability to standards provided by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology).
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DC-Powered, Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioner Unveiled by Solar Panels Plus
Solar Panels Plus (SPP), has released the SplitCool DC18, DC-powered, high SEER air conditioning system. The SplitCool DC18 is ideal for any commercial or residential location where cooling or heating is required and grid power is unavailable, unreliable or requires generators.
The SplitCool runs off a battery bank that is supplied power from an array of photovoltaic panels and installs without ducts, eliminating the majority of installation and materials costs. The unit can be added quickly to an existing structure and eliminates nearly 30% of cooling or heating losses, which occur in the ductwork of forced air systems. It allows each room to be conditioned as a separate zone. The SplitCool DC18 can be used in permanent and temporary remote buildings or structures, such as construction office trailers, portable classrooms or medical facilities.
solarpanelsplus.com/
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Taco Introduces the Solar X-Pump Block®
Taco's Solar X-Pump block combines a variable speed solar differential temperature control, bronze heat source and heat sink circulators, and a stainless steel flat plate heat exchanger into one compact package. The variable speed controls are designed to match solar collector output, a feature that increases system performance by 20%, sources say. With just four pipe connections, the installation is complete.
The Solar SXPB can be set up to maintain a temperature differential between the solar collector(s) and up to two primary and optional auxiliary storage tanks. The unit can support a booster pump as part of a drain-back system, comes with a heat dump option and freeze protection. The Solar X-Pump block's large LCD screen conveniently displays the amount of thermal energy harvested by the collector. The system also comes with three strap-on sensors.
taco-hvac.com/
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AAF® Announces SAAFDetect™ Visual Air Quality Indicator
AAF® International, manufacturer of American Air Filter® and AAF products, is proud to announce the SAAFDetect™ Visual Air Quality Indicator (Beta Version).
AAF's SAAFDetect Visual Air Quality Indicator provides information on the presence of gases that have the potential to cause irritation, degrade stored materials, corrode electronics, and cause odors. According to company sources, SAAFDetect presents a more cost effective solution for building or facility managers to evaluate the simple presence of gas-phase contaminants at their site.
aafintl.com
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COMFORTECH PRODUCT SHOWCASE AWARD
At HVAC Comfortech 2009, 11 products were recognized as Product Showcase Award winners. Judges took into consideration the ease with which HVAC contractors can apply the technology, and the technical value of the product or service to the HVAC industry. We'll feature these products each month in upcoming issues of Contracting Business. This month, we're featuring Modine's Effinity 93 Gas Fired Unit Heater, the winner in the Forced Air Heating category. For additional information on any of the products listed here, circle the appropriate number(s) on the reader service card at the back of this issue or visit www.contractingbusiness.com/freeinfo.html.
Modine Introduces the Effinity93 Unit Heater With 93%Efficiency
Modine announced the introduction of its Effinity93 with Conservicore™ technology. A full line of six models ranging from 135,000 to 310,000 BTU/hr — all operating at 93% efficiency — gives commercial HVAC users a more efficient way of heating their buildings so they can dramatically lower their energy bills, decrease fuel consumption, and keep their environments controlled for optimal comfort and safety, sources say.
The Effinity93 (Model PTC) features Modine's Conservicore technology, a high-grade stainless steel secondary heat exchanger specifically designed to withstand the acidic condensate that is a byproduct of the combustion process. This technology offers greater durability than standard aluminum secondary heat exchangers.
The Effinity93 can be vented as either a two-pipe or concentric vent system for maximum flexibility with either 3-in. or 4 in. PVC vent piping for quick, simple and cost effective installations, sources say.
www.modinehvac.com
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