The NEWS - February 18, 2008 - (Page 20)

FOCUS By B. Checket-Hanks Of The NEWS Staff AHR EXPO POST-SHOW ISSUE HVAC Controls Continue Evolving New Products Include Dual-Fuel Options and More newest member of the Premier family, the Model 5400 universal auto changeover thermostat. “This advanced product is the culmination of years of research and experience in the commercial and residential temperature controls market,” said Dan Poplawski, product manager at Braeburn Systems. “The 5400 is compatible with virtually all low-voltage, single- and multistage gas or electric heating and cooling systems, including heat pumps, with up to three stages of heating and two stages of cooling. Our 5400 replaces over 60 competitive thermostat models, allowing one thermostat to cover virtually every residential or light commercial installation.” “Feedback from the field has been very positive,” added Terry McGowen, national sales manager for Braeburn. “This unit is a perfect fit for applications ranging from strip malls to residential projects.” Carrier Corp. (www. carrier.com) announced that its residential systems have become smarter than ever before thanks to its redesigned programmable digital control for the new-generation Infinity System. EW YORK — There have been so many changes in HVAC technology over the recent years, it’s easy to wonder if there could possibly be anything really new in thermostats and controls. It’s easy to walk into a major venue like the 2008 AirConditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) here and wonder if there could possibly be anything new in this category. And you would have to admit that yes, there was. Invensys Controls (www.icca. invensys.com), for example, showcased its Robertshaw® i-Series programmable thermostats that can be set up quickly using an installation wizard feature. The Setup Wizard on models 9701i2 and 9725i2 are said to save contractors installation time; the wizard features an option for setting up a secondary heating system for dual-fuel operation. It’s also said to make programming easier for homeowners by navigating users through a series of menu-driven screens with instructions available in English, Spanish, and French. “With this next generation of i-Series thermostats, we’ve made setup and programming even easier and quicker by adding the Setup Wizard,” said Tim Butler, director of marketing for thermostats. The wizard, similar to those found on personal computers, allows users to set the time and date on their thermostats, schedule service reminders, and select comfort settings, personal preferences, system settings, fan modes, and security options. Unwanted changes to programming menus, temperature, or setup functions can be prevented by using a fourdigit PIN number. Homeowners can control the temperature using a remote sensor, when these models are used with Robertshaw remote indoor or outdoor sensors. The 9701i2 is a single-stage, heat-cool thermostat and the 9725i2 is the multistage model. Meanwhile, the company also launched its RS2000 and RS3000 Economy Series thermostats, models of digital nonprogrammable and programmable units designed for energy efficiency, comfort, and installation convenience. They are compatible with standard heating and cooling N TOP: Braeburn’s Model 5400 Premier universal, auto changeover thermostat is said to replace more than 60 thermostat models, “allowing one thermostat to cover virtually every residential or light commercial installation,” said Dan Poplawski, product manager, Braeburn Systems. ABOVE: SimpleComfort vertical thermostats from ICM Controls Corp. were designed to simplify installations and comply with regional requirements, the company said. The V-Line family includes four nonprogrammable models, each of which features temperature control enhanced by the patented Thermal Intrusion Barrier. systems, feature an easy-to-read backlight, adjustable temperature differential, compressor short-cycle protection, and a quick wire terminal block for fast and easy installation. SMART AND SMARTER Aprilaire (www.aprilaire.com) displayed its Model 6504 Zoned Comfort Control system, which utilizes the Aprilaire Model 8570 thermostat in up to four separate zones. According to the manufacturer, these thermostats are connected to a central control system that selectively opens and closes a dedicated series of dampers, delivering conditioned air where it is needed, when it is needed. Braeburn (www.braeburn online.com) introduced the TOP: Intermatic’s InTouch wireless residential control system includes controllers, switches, receptacles, thermostats, and motion sensors. ABOVE: ICM Controls’ SimpleComfort PRO Series thermostats feature target programming technology that allows installers to transfer configurations and programs from one PRO thermostat to another without special tools or a computer. AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING & REFRIGERATION NEWS ■ 20 February 18, 2008

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