The Envision2 Compact Series commercial geothermal heat pump offers efficiencies and features in a cabinet that is among the industry’s smallest, making the unit ideal for boiler/tower applications and the replacement of aging water source heat pumps, the company says.
Sizes 160 (13.3 tons), 192 (16 tons), 240 (20 tons) and 300 (25 tons) have been added to the Tranquility Compact Belt Drive (TC) Series. These sizes are only available in a vertical cabinet. Vertical unit configurations can be ordered with front or back return air and top, front, or back supply air discharge.
Wolff Brother Supply Inc. recently welcomed contractors from all over Ohio to its Geo Expo. The event, held in Medina, Ohio, was put on with the help of ClimateMaster.
In addition to the 2012 Commercial Heating Showcase Product Grid, The NEWS spotlights the industry’s latest commercial heating products in this photo feature. The manufacturers provided the brief description of features included with each product.
While nonresidential construction spending has increased somewhat over the last year, current indicators show that this market is still not robust. Geothermal heat pump (GHP) systems seem to be bucking this trend, though, as most manufacturers state that sales of commercial equipment are increasing.
What were geothermal aficionados from nine states and Canada and a wide assortment of HVAC trucks and vans jammed into a field at the Oregon Dairy near Lancaster County, central Pennsylvania?
Featuring high EER — up to 22.2 at full load and 29.8 in part load — SmartSource™ water-source heat pump products offer low noise operation and a wide range of features and options. The electrically commutated motor (ECM) is a standard feature across the entire product line.
This Heating Showcase photo feature provides in-depth information on the features of each individual unit and also includes technical support information from the manufacturers.
Every year The NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment that is available for the upcoming winter season. The intent is to help contractors prepare for this busy period by doing the research that will help them to distinguish between brands.
Not all energy-efficient HVAC equipment qualifies for tax credits, but there are four renewable energy product categories that do — geothermal heat pumps, small wind turbines, solar energy systems, and fuel cells. Though some seem beyond HVAC, they each have the potential to bring new revenue streams to contractors.