For residential control solutions, that means more user-friendly technology, however complicated these devices might be behind their covers. On the commercial side, that means more installer-friendly solutions, and perhaps an inroad or two into the controls contracting market.
First, let's tip our hats to E-Z Controls (www.e-zcontrols.com), which offers an energy management package "developed by contractors, for contractors," the company said. It's SimpleNet® system controls rooftop units - "20 rooftops in 20 minutes" is the company's motto.