The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) recently released a market data report that showed ductless split system shipments had increased 30 percent in the fourth quarter of 2011 over the previous year.
In 1885, famous Philadelphia hat manufacturer John B. Stetson came to Florida and built an 8,500-square-foot home. What happened when someone began renovating it recently?
In a contracting unitary market, it’s worth taking a closer look at ductless, with its double-digit annual growth rates for the past two years and 12 percent annual growth rate for the past five years.
With increased recognition of the market potential for ductless systems, multiple manufacturers have announced new product developments in the realm of ductless technology.
As ductless technology grows in popularity, so does the number of contractors installing the systems. Contractors across North America have reported that adding ductless systems to their product offerings has been a profitable endeavor.
In May, millions of people across the country began to see new TV and online ads from Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating that feature actor and comedian Jerry Stiller.
The wall-mounted model added to the Art Cool™ duct-free system line is elegantly styled and allows for increased airflow throughout the room, according to the company. The 12K Btuh offers SEER up to 26, and the 9K model offers up to 28 SEER.
Duct-free mini-split models are available in 9,000, 12,000, 18,000, and 24,000 Btu, and come in ratings to 20 SEER. The 17 and 19 SEER Series are heat pump models and use inverter technology to achieve even greater energy savings and lower levels of noise and vibration.
Photos from the 2013 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo in Orlando, Fla.
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