Ultimately, the purpose of a magnet is to keep people away from the Internet the next time they need a contractor. Just make sure they’re compelling enough to earn a prominent, long-standing position on the refrigerator.
A new study conducted by AHRI's Zone Control System Technology product section revealed that bypass-type single-stage cooling zoning systems may positively influence an HVAC system’s EER.
A report from Navigant Research reinforces this assessment, stating that annual revenue from ductless systems will grow to more than $9 billion by 2020, up from $3.9 billion in 2013.
At the 2016 AHR Expo in Orlando, Florida, zoning manufacturers showcased next-generation equipment that harnessed the Internet of Things and interconnectivity, granting homeowners full control over each area of their homes.
St. James United Methodist Church’s mixed-use nature required a versatile comfort fix
February 8, 2016
Because of the mixed-use nature of church buildings, broad range of room sizes, and long vacancy periods punctuated by short stints of high occupancy, many congregations, especially those exploring retrofit projects, have turned to mini-split heating and cooling technologies in the past decade. More recently, commercial VRF systems have added even more capability, simplicity, and efficiency to the already vast number of possibilities offered by ductless technology.
Data from this study will be valuable for manufacturers and contractors
January 25, 2016
The Zone Control System Technology (ZCST) Product Section of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has released the results of a field study that evaluated the impact on the energy efficiency ratio (EER) of a bypass-type single-stage cooling zone system.
Rep will better service the company’s expanding market
January 15, 2016
Arzel Zoning Technology Inc. announced that Thomas J. Finnegan Co., Vandalia, Ohio, is now representing Arzel in the Midwest region, covering Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Actuated zone damper assemblies provide comfort in every room
December 17, 2015
Belimo Americas, a manufacturer of damper actuators and control valves for commercial HVAC, announced the availability of products for residential applications with select actuators, round damper assemblies, and pressure bypass damper controls.
In an effort to quantify the health of municipalities nationwide, ACEEE released its State and Local Policy Database. The report includes comprehensive information on energy-efficiency policies currently implemented at the state and local levels and policy activity across multiple sectors, including government, utilities, transportation, buildings, combined heat and power, and appliance standards.