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In keeping with its purpose, Viessmann has smoothed the way for cooperative development projects in the area of smart home automation. API portal Via the new API portal (Application Programming Interface), developers can quickly and easily add heating and ventilation systems in third-party applications for example, in smart home systems. Users benefit from the seamless integration of devices into their solutions. For Viessmann, the API portal is a window on new fields of application that prom...
Baxi Heating becomes a part of the USER project, a consortium that includes Levelise, Ecuity Consulting, Energy Systems Catapult, and Durham University. With backing from The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) the project is testing innovative technology which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 350 homes that have a hot water cylinder to help balance the electricity grid every time the householder turns on the hot tap or takes a shower. Grid-Interactive Water Heat...
Tom Nugent plays a pivotal role as a leader at the Buffalo branch – and an even larger part in the community. Over the last few months, Tom and his team completed seven Habitat for Humanity installations and they walked in a First Responder Parade in Lancaster, NY. He also presented at BOCES and at a number of career fairs across the region. “It's about serving the community that gives so much to us," he says. Intensive training program In addition to his many passions, Tom is a p...
Proper air circulation in buildings helps keep employees and customers healthy and comfortable within the premises. Businesses that have reopened need to achieve quality airflow, in order to reduce the risk of airborne viruses and pollutants. This is more than a convenience, as it’s a New York State (NYS) mandate. Air circulation has two main categories: Total air circulation - The cubic feet per minute (CFM) of air moved through the HVAC system. This has a direct impact on indoor air...
Springtime is the perfect chance to get the house prepared for a hot, humid, and uncomfortable summer. Maintaining the current A/C or installing a new A/C unit could be just what one needs to make sure the family stays comfortable. Advantages of having air conditioning installed include: Greater comfort for living, sleeping, and entertaining. Maintaining a comfortable, efficient temperature. Controlling humidity – minimizing damage to vulnerable areas of the house. Reducing pollen a...
Today, the workforce looks a lot different than it did prior to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. It looks different at Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning as well. As safety regulations have changed, Isaac has adapted to ensure their customers and team members stay healthy and safe. ITEC’s sanitized classrooms Isaac takes great pride in knowing that they have extended safety precautions into their classrooms as well As everyone is ready to walk into a ‘new normal’ on the...
The warmer weather is a welcomed sight for many homeowners. After a hot and humid day in the sun, it’s a relief to walk into the cool, air-conditioned air of the home. The last thing the user wants is to find that the air conditioning has stopped working. Forgetting or avoiding the annual maintenance on the air conditioner or heat pump can lead to interruptions in the equipment working properly. The longer the user goes without maintenance, the more dirt and debris will build up in the fi...
Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning are committed to training and are the best technicians in the business. To fulfill this commitment, Isaac is opening a brand new training and education facility. This new facility will provide hands-on experience with heating, A/C, electrical, and plumbing. “There isn’t a heating and air conditioning company in the country that’s doing what we’re doing,” said Ray Isaac, President at Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning. Isaac Train...
The user is used to seeing Isaac’s red vans parked in the driveway or the driveways of the neighbors, also about half of Isaac’s business is supporting the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration needs of commercial establishments. These are the stand-alone businesses, apartment buildings, restaurants, and warehouse the user work in and drive by every day. Climate-Conditioning Services “Isaac offers expert climate-conditioning services – from a new ins...
Summer and winter temperatures challenge the home’s energy systems in different ways. Many homes suffer from uneven cooling (and heating). The Arzel Zoning system is the ideal solution to solve these problems all year long. Eliminate too hot upstairs/too cold downstairs issues in the summer, and enjoy even heating of all rooms in the winter. Arzel Zoning adds comfort Arzel Zoning makes cooling or heating of any area as easy as turning on a light switch. Called forced air zoning...
In the late 1990s, standby generators were thought of like central air was in the 1970s. It was not very common and something few people had. Today, however, they’re becoming a lot more popular. In fact, many brand new homes are often built with backup generators, increasing the home’s desirability and resale value. Backup/standby generators Smaller than an air conditioning unit, modern backup generators are quiet and generate enough power to run the entire house. Home owners can t...
A whole-house energy system with a standby generator. Here are 10 important reasons why and advantages: Power all or just a portion of the home during an outage – choose selected circuits and equipment, or every electrical aspect Today’s smart generators “sense” when the power goes off and startup (and then shut off) automatically Protect the home from frozen pipes and other issues while keeping the family comfortable and safe Eliminate issues and hassles of using p...
Each year, strong windstorms drive home the value of having a generator ready when the power goes out. Isaac sells safe, reliable natural gas- or propane-powered generators. Here are five reasons these are an excellent choice for home, based on safety, peace of mind, and reliability. Standby generator advantages Automatically go on when the power goes off The user doesn’t need to go into the snow, pull the generator out, and fill it with gas with frozen fingers while trying to read...
Winter’s coming – and no one wants to be stranded in the cold. It's time to let the experts at Isaac ensure that the furnace is fully prepared with furnace preparation for fall. Furnace Tips Turn the furnace on before actually needing it. Most breakdowns happen on the first startup. This will ensure to catch any issues before the cold weather hits. Get a furnace Precision Tune-Up and Safety Inspection (PTSI). This is more than a cleaning. Isaac runs 26 different checks to i...
The HM406T2 is a 40 kVA fully automatic, six-channel heat treatment unit for preheating and annealing metal workpieces. They are ensuring the clients receive innovative equipment, designed with industry requirements such as ease-of-use and a long product lifetime in mind! The setting, controlling, monitoring, and documentation of heat treatment parameters are carried out by Heatmasters’ computerized state-of-the-art control system. All channels can be independently programmed. 12 heating...
The COVID-19 pandemic closed K-12 schools across the United States of America (USA). Students and teachers, as well as parents, had to adapt to remote learning. Educators did the best they could with the resources available, but there is no substitute for in-person learning. The COVID-19 pandemic is not over, however, schools have reopened. Some schools enforce social distancing and mask-wearing mandates. They have also increased cleaning and disinfecting efforts, and are making improvements to...
TROX, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality ventilation equipment, has re-joined the association, Eurovent Middle East, after a year of absence, renewing its commitment to joint industry initiatives, in the fields of standardization, education and raising awareness. TROX has been active in the Middle East for over 50 years, providing ventilation equipment to a wide range of prestigious projects. efficient ventilation solutions In light of the increasing importance of adequate and e...
Users are introduced to the Kanomax Climomaster Hot-Wire Anemometers – 6501 Series models and probes. Kanomax covers what is included with these instruments, their features, benefits, and differences, applications, and operating procedures. Climomaster anemometers are research grade handheld hot-wire anemometers that promises level 2% m.v. accuracy, making it the most accurate hot-wire airflow meter in the world. It offers a ton of flexibility and options, including 8 different probes typ...
The EPA recommends cleaning the air ducts periodically, even if the user isn’t noticing any problems with the air conditioning system? Over time, dirt, grime, and other pollutants can naturally accumulate in the air ducts. Even if the user does not observe a problem with the air ducts, it could still mean a bigger problem may be on the horizon. Perhaps users are wondering whether or not the air ducts need service. In fact, regular cleaning of the air ducts is more important than expected....
There are a wide variety of pipeline temperature sensors. Each style, no matter how it is made or configured, is absolutely critical in the discussion of an efficient thermal loop. Pipeline temperature sensors can come in the form of a RTD, Thermocouple, Thermistor or even a mercury filled bulb and capillary tube. Configurations can be as small and thin as a human hair, or larger than human arm. No matter the style or mechanical design, if the sensor is not placed in the proper location, the ap...
Carrier recently launched a new line of hybrid solutions, which connects the 38MARB ductless single-zone outdoor unit to a Carrier residential indoor unit via 24-volt (24V) interface technology. These solutions offer homeowners versatility while also providing excellent energy efficiency. In addition, Carrier’s ductless hybrid combinations can achieve a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) up to 19 and a Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF) up to 12.5 (based on unit size and ty...
Carrier Transicold has raised the bar for electric auxiliary power unit (APU) performance with its new lithium-ion ComfortPro® electric model that delivers double the air conditioning runtime provided by some competitive conventional battery-powered APUs. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. “The new ComfortPro model is the first electric APU capable...
Alpha Innovations’ laboratory in Louvain-la-Neuve is certified Customer Testing Facility (CTF) stage 2 by SGS. This allows the testing laboratory to be used as a satellite facility under the SGS network. The Customer Testing Facility (CTF) certification allows the company to use the testing laboratory to perform tests against relevant standards, with the official report and certificate issued by SGS, an inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. To do this, the com...
One of the North East’s air conditioning, climate change, and temperature control specialists, HLA Services, has landed a string of notable government and local authority contracts. Supported by Teesside-based company OPPORTUNI and its smart tendering platform, HLA Services has realized success with some lucrative public sector contract wins, including Durham University, Newcastle University, and Northumbria Police. Strong business portfolio The wins have allowed HLA Services to grow th...
Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) launched its newest awards program, ACCA’s Marketing Masters Awards, sponsored by RYNO Strategic Solutions. The ACCA Marketing Masters Awards honor and recognize the best marketing programs developed and implemented by heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors. Award categories The awards are broken into five categories: Traditional Media – Print Traditional Media – TV or Radio Connections through Social...
American Wheatley HVAC offers a full range of ASME Shell & Tube and Plate & Frame heat exchangers available in sizes 4″ through 30″. It also offers a complete line of Plate & Frame Heat Exchangers. Whether heating or cooling, these heat exchangers are dependable and powerful with or without fluid separation, American Wheatley HVAC has what one needs to complete the projects. What is a Heat Exchanger? A heat exchanger is a device that transfers thermal heat from one med...
In an ever-changing environment like the data center, it’s most beneficial to have as many intelligent systems working together as possible. It’s amazing to think of how far technology has come from the old supercomputers the size of four filing cabinets to the present data centers that are pushing 1,000,000 Sq. Ft. Managing a Data Center’s Needs Historically, managing a data center was fairly straightforward. In all the growth, one finds digging into the nuisances of every l...
Many factors influence parents’ decisions about where to send their children to college. Concern about the quality of education and its cost weigh on their minds, but health and safety do as well. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by real estate services company JLL, college air quality is one of the top three factors parents consider in their college selection. The pandemic hit higher education hard. The risks of in-class learning remain a concern, especially with the emerg...
Ofgem has launched an investigation into Community Energy Scheme UK’s sales and customer service practices. Ofgem’s investigation is in relation to sales practices, and solar panel installations, for social housing tenants in Stoke-on-Trent. Investigation details The investigation will examine whether the company breached consumer protection rules, including potential breaches of the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and the Consumer Contracts (Informa...
Granby Industries LP, a division of TerraVest Industries Inc., has announced its acquisition of ECR International Inc., a division of BDR Thermea. ECR is a manufacturer of heating and cooling products under a family of brand names in North America, including Utica, Dunkirk, and Olsen. The acquisition further illustrates Granby Industries’ commitment to bringing the most reliable and efficient heating appliances to the market. Pierre Fournier, President of Granby Industries, welcomes the e...
