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LATS CAD 2 software integrates with AutoCAD to allow engineers to arrange and validate LG variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems directly into their computer-aided design (CAD) drawings.

The DOE reports that predictive maintenance may reduce maintenance costs up to 30 percent, eliminate breakdowns 70-75 percent of the time, minimize downtime, and increase production. Yet, despite the clear benefits of predictive maintenance, only 12 percent of commercial buildings are using it.

By 2020, there will be more than 37 million safety and security systems installed in smart homes worldwide generating $13 billion in annual revenue.

The kumo cloud programmable controller app works with the Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi Interface (PAC-WHS01WF-E) to allow users to control their indoor units from anywhere in the U.S. 

The Xpert Water Heater Selection Tool is designed to help contractors lead their customers through the process of choosing a water heater by asking eight questions about hot water usage, available space, and power sources. 

The Algiz RT7 tablet, which runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), is fully rugged, meeting U.S. military standards for protection against drops, vibrations, and extreme temperatures. 

Dexter + Chaney, providers of Spectrum® Construction Software, has announced a technology partnership agreement with Irvine, Calif.-based FieldConnect Inc. to provide a complete mobile service management solution.

The Trace-It 1.1 suite of tools, available for free download, allows users to incorporate heat-tracing content into BIM (building information modelling) models.

SightCall and ServiceMax have extended their partnership with the announcement of SightCall Visual Service™ for ServiceMax, which the companies said provides field technicians with the ability to share field issues and get remote guidance with live video, picture sharing, annotations, and co-browsing technical documentation.

Manufacturers are responding to the demand by offering a wide range of wireless tools they believe will help contractors and technicians do their jobs more accurately and efficiently.