The Helbing family has always had a strong desire to succeed. Each member looked for an opportunity to be successful and each started in a different field, but eventually they came together to build up Air-Tro Inc., Monrovia, Calif., as a successful company.

ecobee Inc. unveiled its latest product at the 2012 AHR Expo — the Smart Si thermostat. Designed for the residential market, the Smart Si offers remote connectivity anytime from anywhere via computer, iPhone, smart phone, or tablet.

The goal of Energy Star is to help consumers save money and protect the environment through the use of energy-efficient products. The HVAC products shown here have earned the Energy Star label by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines, which Energy Star states will enhance the comfort of a home while saving energy.

The NEWS reports on new products found by our editors at the recent AHR Expo in Chicago. Products are listed in alphabetical order within each category.

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) has announced that Manual Zr, the first American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recognized standard for residential zoning, is available.

The fuel industry continues to expand, and the total size of the global market — including revenues from fuel cells and hydrogen — will reach $785 million in 2012, according to a new white paper from Pike Research.

Unveiled at the 2012 AHR Expo, ecobee introduced the Smart Si thermostat for the residential market. The Wi-Fi enabled thermostat offers remote connectivity anytime from anywhere via a computer, iPhone, smart phone, or tablet.

A new bill, known as the Cut Energy Bills at Home Act, has been proposed in the Senate. Senate Bill 1914 would establish a $2,000 base credit for homeowners who reduce energy use by 20 percent through the installation of energy-efficient equipment.

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announced that Manual Zr, the first American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recognized standard for residential zoning, is complete and available.

Watts Water Technologies Inc. announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire tekmar Control Systems in a share purchase transaction.