WaterFurnace’s 7 Series 700A11 is an innovative geothermal heat pump , a variable capacity unit for homeowners and a unit that surpasses both 41 EER and 5.3 COP efficiencies. The 7 Series is capable of ramping down to 20 percent of normal operation or up to 130 percent output.
This roundup of products, components, and software covers both residential and commercial offerings that use new technology to add intelligence, improve performance, and achieve high levels of energy efficiency.
The advent of technology is at its most apparent in the world of thermostats and controls. Manufacturers are developing equipment that can be accessed and operated from Internet-enabled devices on the other side of the world. This article provides a sample of some of today’s latest thermostats and controls.
The Observer™ communicating system features Tempstar® equipment with optimized system performance. According to the firm, the Observer communicating system features split-system equipment that is designed to work with the communicating wall control and meet the needs of virtually every application.
The Tranquility® 30 Digital (TE) Series geothermal heat pumps integrate digital communicating controls, two-stage capacity, variable-speed fan, and variable-flow geothermal source functions within a single package. The series delivers up to 30 EER and 4.8 COP.
A line of high-efficiency two-stage Heil® QuietComfort® DXT+ air conditioners and heat pumps features communicating capabilities when installed with the Observer™ communicating wall control. The units offer efficiencies up to 19 SEER and 14.2 EER when paired with select indoor equipment.
To go green wirelessly and improve the efficiency of a high-performance air conditioning system, an episode of Lifetime Network's Designing Spaces home improvement show installed Goodman’s ComfortNet™ Communicating Control in a Florida home — giving the homeowners control of indoor temperature and humidity via a smartphone.
The Comfortmaker® Observer™ touch screen communicating wall control, compatible with all Comfortmaker communicating equipment, is designed for easier service and installation. The wall control features a full-color touch screen display in a compact design.
