Addition of advanced “X” plate technology offers improved energy savings, reliability and comfort, delivers optimal thermal performance As part of Bell & Gossett’s Building Better platform and commitment to sustainability, the addition of advanced, high-efficiency “X” plates enhance Bell & Gossett’s new gasketed plate and frame heat exchanger GPX P45, P55, P86 and P110. Engineered Read more
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Addition of advanced “X” plate technology offers improved energy savings, reliability and comfort, delivers optimal thermal performance
As part of Bell & Gossett’s Building Better platform and commitment to sustainability, the addition of advanced, high-efficiency “X” plates enhance Bell & Gossett’s new gasketed plate and frame heat exchanger GPX P45, P55, P86 and P110.
Engineered for efficiency, “X” plate technology increases heat transfer thermal performance up to 20%, reduces surface area up to 20% and reduces materials up to 15%. Through advanced plate design and superior heat transfer characteristics, this new offering meets a critical need for the growing demand in modern HVAC applications.
“Bell & Gossett is committed to meeting modern commercial building HVAC challenges head-on with innovative heat transfer solutions,” said Jim Klimek, global product manager – heat transfer, Xylem. “The addition of ‘X’ plates to our GPX product portfolio will allow us to meet industry demand for high-efficiency solutions along with increased flexibility through a more compact design compared to a traditional plate heat exchanger.”
Standard options include a variety of high-efficiency plate corrugations, material options of 304SS, 316SS or titanium plates, and nitrile or EPDM gaskets. GPX models have higher surface area to volume ratios than conventional shell and tube heat exchangers. Application flexibility allows for maximum efficiency in less space, and the “true” countercurrent flow maximizes the mean temperature difference between fluids. Additionally, the unique plate design generates high turbulence resulting in high heat transfer coefficients.
Gasketed plate and frame heat exchangers (GPX) are available in the ESP-Thermal heat exchanger selection program. To learn more about Bell & Gossett’s Building Better platform and its commitment to future-proofed solutions, visit https://bellgossett.com/buildingbetter.
For more information about Bell & Gossett products, visit https://bellgossett.com or locate a Bell & Gossett representative at https://bellgossett.com/sales-service.
BenchPressG fittings bring press technology to fuel and gas carbon steel applications. NIBCO INC. expands its BenchPressG® carbon steel fittings line to include 2″ sizes to its existing product assortment, bringing press technology to fuel and gas carbon steel pipe applications. Allowing for fast and economical installation of residential, commercial and industrial carbon steel piping systems Read more
BenchPressG fittings bring press technology to fuel and gas carbon steel applications.
NIBCO INC. expands its BenchPressG® carbon steel fittings line to include 2″ sizes to its existing product assortment, bringing press technology to fuel and gas carbon steel pipe applications.
Allowing for fast and economical installation of residential, commercial and industrial carbon steel piping systems, BenchPressG press technology gives users consistent joint integrity and a professional appearance. Since it requires no threading equipment and lubricants, it offers easier, cleaner and faster installation.
“With the addition of BenchPressG sizes up to 2”, our customers now have more options when it comes to joining carbon steel pipe for fuel and gas applications,” said Marilyn Morgan, senior product manager-metal fittings, NIBCO.
Available in 1/2″ to 2″ sizes, the fittings provide a safer installation and eliminate the materials required for threading. The BenchPressG fittings feature a yellow HNBR (hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber) seal that provides a permanent leak-proof connection to support a wide range of fuel and gas applications.
For more information, visit https://www.nibco.com/benchpressg/
De-carbonization starts with energy savings During the HuracanTM Kickoff Celebration, REZNOR announced immediate availability of Huracan Destratification Fans, enabling North American owners of Commercial & Industrial Buildings to upgrade their building’s air comfort and lower their heating operation costs. The Huracan fans come in four sizes that accommodate ceiling heights from 10-60 feet, covering almost all Read more
De-carbonization starts with energy savings
During the HuracanTM Kickoff Celebration, REZNOR announced immediate availability of Huracan Destratification Fans, enabling North American owners of Commercial & Industrial Buildings to upgrade their building’s air comfort and lower their heating operation costs.
The Huracan fans come in four sizes that accommodate ceiling heights from 10-60 feet, covering almost all warehouses, commercial box stores, factories, athletic facilities and other large buildings, especially ones with obstructions like signage or lighting or power drops from ceiling. The new Huracan fans are designed to be installed in around 20 minutes, depending on the electrical source:
- They are lightweight – 22-43 lbs
- Have multi-position hanging brackets – only two threaded rods needed
- Have low power consumption (0.2-1.3 Amps)
- Existing 115, 208, 277,and 280V electrical can be utilized in most cases
- Designed to ASHRAE ANSI 55
- They can be controlled with these methods:
- On/Off Wall Switches
- Unit mounted thermostats
- Thermostat controlled – up to 5 units in a zone
- Multistage thermostat in combination with unit heaters or other space heating equipment
- Sophisticated thermostatic interfaces that are compatible with most Building Management System protocols
The Huracan Destratification Fans are quiet (36-41 dba). They also feature an aesthetic, appliance grade, white steel finish that blends unobtrusively into the ceiling structures. When combined with Reznor’s newly-updated unit heater line, both heating options complement each other stylistically.
Destratification Energy Saving
Large buildings with taller ceilings all struggle with winter heat stratification as warmer air rises toward the ceiling. The Huracan Destratification Fans recycle warm air back down to the occupied space, which results in better air comfort, and less space heating run time of up to 30-50%.
“As energy efficiency becomes more important,” said Glen Steinkoenig, Product Manager, “the Huracan Destratification Fans will play a significant role in total operational efficiency for buildings, reducing their carbon footprint and creating more comfortable environments.”
Huracan Destratification Fans Availability
Huracan Destratification Fans, H Series are available for orders. For more information, Huracan Destratification Fans details are available on https://www.reznorhvac.com/all-products/destratification. Reznor Sales Reps and Wholesale Distributors can assist in job specifications, sizing and placement.
Founded in 1888, REZNOR, of Nortek Global HVAC, LLC, is the worldwide leader in Specialized Commercial Heating Solutions. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to “Make the World Safer, Healthier, and More Productive”.
Dual treatment technology through carbon core and UV light to improve indoor air quality Carrier has introduced its Carbon Air Purifier with UV as a new addition to its Healthy Homes lineup in North America. The new system delivers air purification to help reduce unwanted odors, volatile organic compounds and common household gases from indoor air. Additionally, the Read more
Dual treatment technology through carbon core and UV light to improve indoor air quality
Carrier has introduced its Carbon Air Purifier with UV as a new addition to its Healthy Homes lineup in North America. The new system delivers air purification to help reduce unwanted odors, volatile organic compounds and common household gases from indoor air. Additionally, the technology aids in the reduction of microorganism growth, including bacteria and viruses, on the evaporator coil. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions.
“We’re pleased to offer the Carrier Carbon Air Purifier with UV to residential customers looking for ways to improve indoor air quality,” said Todd Nolte, Managing Director, Replacement Components and Product Management, Residential HVAC, Carrier. “This offering furthers Carrier’s leadership in providing healthier, more comfortable spaces for homeowners with quick-to-install and easy-to-maintain air treatment solutions.”
The Carbon Air Purifier with UV provides dual treatment technology through a carbon core and UV light to improve indoor air quality. This new solution:
- Aids in the reduction of microorganism, e.g., bacteria and viruses, growth on the cooling coil1 and release into the air.2
- Reduces ozone in recirculated air.
- Continuously treats the surface of the cooling coil with ongoing system operation.
- Is easy to install and maintain, requiring replacement of the carbon core each year and UV bulb every 2 years.
- Can be combined with an additional UV light for even greater surface coverage on evaporator coils.
To learn more about Carrier’s air purification solutions, please visit https://www.carrier.com/residential/en/us/products/indoor-air-quality/air-purifiers/.
1. The efficacy of the Carbon Air Purifier with UV (UVCAPXXC2015) to remove Escherichia coli (>99%), Staphylococcus epidermidis (>99.9%), Coronavirus 229E (95%) and MS-2 bacteriophage (>99.99%) from treated surfaces after 24 hours was demonstrated in an ASTM E3135-18 test conducted by a third-party laboratory under ambient temperature and humidity conditions.
2. The efficacy of the Carbon Air Purifier with UV (UVCAPXXC2015) to remove a surrogate airborne pathogen, MS-2 bacteriophage, was demonstrated with a decay rate (k) of 0.162860 and Clean Air Deliver Rate (CADR) of 130.6 cfm in 60 minutes in a chamber test conducted by a third-party laboratory using a 1007 ft3 chamber with an airflow of 1,220 cfm, test temperature of 74-77°F and relative humidity of 45.1-46.6%.
Johnson Controls introduces an expanded line of high-efficiency, ultra-high-efficiency rooftop units
Newly expanded Choice rooftop units meet and exceed Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 minimum energy requirements now in effect, as of January 1 12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs surpass DOE 2023 energy efficiency standards by up to 45% New heat pump integration supports electrification and decarbonization initiatives Johnson Controls, the global leader for smart, healthy and Read more
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Newly expanded Choice rooftop units meet and exceed Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 minimum energy requirements now in effect, as of January 1
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12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs surpass DOE 2023 energy efficiency standards by up to 45%
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New heat pump integration supports electrification and decarbonization initiatives
Johnson Controls, the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, launched the newest development in the Choice line of commercial rooftop units (RTUs) available from Johnson Controls®, YORK® and TempMaster®. The 12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs surpass aggressive Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 efficiency standards by 6-45%, depending on the efficiency level, while maintaining an economical advantage.
Available in high-efficiency, ultra-high-efficiency and heat pump models, Choice RTUs can be configured for cooling only, staged-gas heating, modulating-gas heating and now heat pump operation in conjunction with factory-installed electric heating to provide the flexibility necessary to help building owners reach today’s evolving efficiency requirements.
“We’ve elevated the proven performance of Choice rooftop units with enhanced features and options to help our customers achieve their sustainability goals,” said Jason Carter, senior product manager, Ducted Systems, Johnson Controls. “Building operators now have even more options to reduce energy consumption and deliver cost savings based on the unique needs of their facility.”
Choice Rooftop Unit Options Include:
- High-efficiency Choice rooftop units: Available in dedicated downflow (15-27.5 tons) or sideflow (15-25 tons) configurations. Provide up to 23% greater part-load efficiency than our legacy comparable, standard-efficiency units. Surpasses DOE 2023 efficiency standards by almost 10%.
- Ultra-high-efficiency Choice rooftop units (12.5-23 tons): Leverage a combination of Copeland™ high-efficiency ZPKZ fixed speed, ZPS two-stage, and ZPV variable-speed compressor technology to deliver the highest part-load efficiency in their class. Surpasses DOE 2023 efficiency standards by up to 45%.
- Heat pump Choice rooftop units (12.5-25 tons): Deliver up to 13% higher IEER than competitive units and meet DOE 2023 efficiencies for both heating and cooling using mechanical and electric heat instead of gas combustion to support sustainability and decarbonization. Surpasses DOE 2023 efficiency standards by up to 6%.
All Choice rooftop units feature a convertible filter rack with pleated filters up to MERV 13 available as a factory option to help meet LEED requirements. Multiple airflow strategies – including variable air volume (VAV), exclusive IntelliSpeed™ discrete fan control (DFC) with 2-stage and 4-stage options and Continuous Reset Single Zone (CRSZ) control – help to improve ventilation based on building requirements. Additionally, the units are compatible with a full suite of system accessories to further support indoor air quality (IAQ) performance.
In addition to operational cost-savings achieved through system efficiencies, Choice RTUs are designed to lower initial project costs as well. The lightweight design streamlines specification by reducing building design requirements and eliminating the need for additional structural engineering analysis when used in replacement applications.
Choice rooftop units are digitally enabled to further enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs and extend equipment life. This also provides seamless integration with building control systems, including Verasys®.
Johnson Controls® Choice, YORK® Sun™ Choice and TempMaster® Omni™ Choice rooftop units are designed and tested in the Johnson Controls Advanced Technology Lab located in Norman, Oklahoma, and supported by factory-backed warranties, including a 1-year parts warranty, 5-year compressor and electric heat limited warranties, 10-year aluminized heat exchanger limited warranty and a 15-year stainless steel heat exchanger limited warranty.
To learn more about Choice high-efficiency, ultra-high-efficiency and heat pump rooftop units, visit: https://www.york.com/commercial-equipment/packaged-split-dx/packaged-rooftop-units/15275tchoiceac_ds/york-sun-choice-rooftop-units