Higher-Efficiency Models Boost Rheem's Rooftop Lineup
NEW IN ROOFTOPS: Rheem has added higher-efficiency models to its Renaissance line of commercial rooftop units. (Courtesy of Rheem Manufacturing Co.)
ATLANTA — Rheem Manufacturing Co. has expanded its commercial product offerings with a higher-efficiency extension of the Renaissance line.
The packaged rooftop line of gas/electric and A/C products now includes models, between 3 and 5 tons, with two stages of cooling that are built for commercial heating and cooling, delivering exceptional efficiency and value, a press release from Rheem said.
Engineered for seamless replacements, the Rheem Renaissance RACCYC and RGECYC units have industry-standard footprints, common piping and electrical connections, field-convertible airflow, and minimized weight for ease of installation, the press release said. The Renaissance line offers streamlined installation and servicing. Time spent performing industry-standard service and preventive maintenance is reduced compared to other commercial HVAC brands, Rheem’s press release said.
“With efficiency ratings up to 16.2 SEER2 and 12 EER2, this extension delivers better performance and is a great fit for a variety of commercial applications, especially K-12 school buildings,” said Laura Meyerrose, commercial product manager at Rheem.
“Additionally, the availability of Rheem’s PlusOne HumidiDry hot gas reheat technology that can keep the desired room temperature while continuing to dehumidify in single-phase power models can lead to cost savings while increasing occupant comfort," Meyerrose added.
Key features of the Renaissance 3-5 ton two-stage lineup extension, according to the press release, include:
• PlusOne HumidiDry hot gas reheat, which incorporates a variable-frequency drive that operates at a lower speed on the first-stage cooling, saving energy and enhancing performance.
• PlusOne ServiceSmart features, designed based on feedback from HVAC field professionals, to improve serviceability and provide easy access to unit components.
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• A flex-fit filter rack capable of accommodating MERV 8 or MERV 13 filters of up to 4 inches.
• The Qwik-Slide blower, which allows for easy access to and removal of the blower assembly for servicing internal components.
• The Qwik-Clean drain pan, a composite pan that slides out completely for cleaning and includes an overflow sensor.
• PlusOne Velocifin, redesigned heat exchanger tubing that increases heat transfer for better efficiencies.
• Full MicroChannel Coils, which maximize reliability while reducing refrigerant weight and improving serviceability.
The new Renaissance products are available at local Rheem distributors nationwide. Rheem offers a one-year limited parts warranty, a five-year compressor warranty, a 10-year standard heat exchanger warranty, and a 20-year warranty for stainless steel heat exchangers (heat exchanger warranties apply to gas/electric models only).
The units may qualify for local rebates and incentives. The products are easily selected with RapidSpec.com, part of Rheem’s suite of cloud-based tools that make specifying and creating submittal packages possible with just a few clicks.
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