As a commercial business owner, facility costs account for a large chunk of your spending each year. Besides rent or mortgage expenses, energy costs are considerable – U.S. commercial and industrial facilities spend $400 billion on energy alone each year! Lowering your energy spending generates savings that can be better allocated to other causes, such … Continue Reading
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Technology Talk: Introducing the NEW ACI BACnet™ Sensor Line
Introducing the NEW ACI BACnet™ Sensor Line Committed to engineering a better sensor solution, ACI has launched the BN Series Temperature and Humidity BACnet™ Sensor Line. This new line has been designed to meet the sensor needs of network-based control systems. ACI’s initial offering includes single point temperature or humidity sensors along with dual point combination temperature … Continue Reading
Technology Talk: Common Questions About Field Controls Steam Humidifiers
It’s Steam Humidifier Season Winter is Steam Humidifier season and during this time of the year Tower receives calls with questions on Field Controls S2020 and S2000 Steam Humidifiers. Field Controls Steam Humidifiers are compatible with virtually every make and model of forced air system and it is ideal for use with heat pumps. They operate … Continue Reading
Tip of the Week: 4 Steps to Properly Winterize Your System
Winter is coming, and soon it will be time to turn up the heat. Is your HVAC system ready? Here are a few steps you can take to winterize your HVAC. Change the filter. Dust and debris often builds up faster in winter than during the rest of the year. This means your air filter will … Continue Reading
Technology Talk: HVAC Zoning Systems
Zoning is Gaining Popularity in Homes Zoning systems give homeowners enhanced control over heating and cooling in the home which improves comfort across all living areas as well as energy efficiency. This technology is evolving, getting quicker and easier to install, and is being released with more design options to deliver greater value to its … Continue Reading
Product Preview: Honeywell 40 VA General Purpose Transformers
Did you know Honeywell offers NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) standard DC20-1992 and general purpose transformers? Honeywell’s general purpose transformers are made to prevent overcooling, brownout, and burnout. They are typically used in heating/cooling control systems but can also be used in any application that does not exceed the load ratings. They can be mounted through a … Continue Reading
Technology Talk: Smart Home Technology
Technology for homes has evolved rapidly, making housekeeping tasks easier and more efficient than ever. But are these new ways of completing familiar tasks worth the hassle? Setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance can all seem overwhelming and unnecessary sometimes but there are many ways you can avoid this added stress. In this article, we are going … Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency: Schneider Electric’s Wiser Air Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat
Schneider Electric is continuing to find ways to help homeowners across the country save money by making their products more energy efficient. The Wiser Air Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat is one of Schneider’s products that demonstrate this completely. For those who do not know, programmable thermostats allow you to program adjustments of temperature in your home … Continue Reading
Product Preview: Humidifiers That Can Improve Your Families Lifestyle
As a parent, you only want the best for your family which this means the best products. But there is something you probably never considered when outfitting your home, a humidifier. Humidifiers are often overlooked but they can radically change the comfort of your families living environment, making them a product you should consider for your HVAC system. Having a home filled with dry … Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency: 6 Factors To Consider Before Getting A New HVAC System
Did you know the average lifespan of a home’s heating and ventilation system is about 20 years? This means if your home was built before the 2000’s you should start thinking about a new system. If you are in this group of people, understanding the factors that influence the cost of a new system could … Continue Reading