Builder Magazine: HVAC

Mystery Inspector 6: Simple, Neat Air-Sealing for Plumbing and HVAC

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:39:03 EST

An inspection of a Maryland jobsite reveals good air-sealing techniques put into practice.

New Products from KBIS 2013

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 08:34:47 EST

From a unique outdoor grill to a new way to market your business, the 2013 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show was full of surprises.

A Thermostat That Talks to Your Phone

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:48:23 EST

The customizable Comfort Sync offers remote system management and an energy-saving one-touch away mode.

Heating & Cooling Drops Below 50% of Household Energy Use

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 10:18:14 EST

New data show the effects of increased efficiency of HVAC equipment.

DOE to Fund Development of New High-Performance Products

Wed, 2 Jan 2013 11:38:17 EST

Cutting-edge window, roof, and HVAC technologies will increase building envelope performance.

Balancing air-conditioning supply and return

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 12:58:40 EST

For best performance, air-conditioning supply and return airflows should match.

High-performance builders need to offer energy efficiency; comfort

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:52:57 EST

As homes get better at keeping the outdoors at bay, high-performance builders seek better ways to deliver indoor comfort and energy efficiency.

Fresh Air for Tight Living Space

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 01:26:29 EST

The LUNOAS E2 units are the size of a coffee can and are an easy way to supply fresh air in a home.

Target: HVAC

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:12:48 EST

The next wave of HVAC systems may just evolve from this prototype evaporative air conditioning system.

Sustainability Expert Reports on Hybrid Water Heaters

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 04:21:43 EST

Next-wave DHW heaters offer performance advantages over conventional tankless and storage water heaters but may not make financial sense.

KB Home Unveils New Ultra-Green Model

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:40:46 EST

The home could save buyers nearly $6,000 a year in energy costs.

Energy Recovery Ventilator Maintenance

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:21:28 EST

To fully receive the units' benefits, it's important to keep them well maintained.

Broan-NuTone Ultra Series Vent Fan

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:46:22 EST

The unit installs up to 60 percent faster than comparable fans in retrofit situations.

Mobile Apps: Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:27:43 EST

The app allows you to take a picture of your room and then “place” one of the company’s indoor units in the room. You can reposition within the picture and scale the unit to be larger or smaller.

Smart Thermostat Learns From Human Behavior, Seasonal Conditions

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:38:20 EST

The new 3iE radiant-heat thermostat picks up on changing conditions and adapts accordingly.

HVAC Technology Makes Great Strides

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 12:24:48 EST

What's new in heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems?

The New American Home 2012

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:04:46 EST

The White Box returns with an abundance of glass and priority on performance.

Uponor Corp.'s Radiant Ready 30E

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 04:54:51 EST

Radiant Ready 30E is a complete radiant mechanical room that comes in a pre-assembled panel.

ClimateMaster's Tranquility 22 Digital Series Geothermal System

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 04:53:44 EST

The system's small footprint makes it ideal for tight spaces.

A. O. Smith Water Products Condensing Water Heaters

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 04:53:35 EST

These water heaters offer a .91 Energy Factor.