The ACHR NEWS spotlights the industry’s latest commercial heating products in this feature. The manufacturers provided us with a brief description of features included with each product. For more information, please contact the manufacturers or their distributors.
Zero degree, cold climate, air-source, rooftop heat pump
Serviceability features: Slide-out access for filters, economizer, supply fan, and energy recovery wheel. Hinged access doors with lockable handles for easy servicing of all sections of the unit. Readily accessible compressors and control components. Color-coded wiring diagrams allow fast connection identification and analysis and thus a reduction in service time and cost. Individual components and wires are also labeled for quick circuit evaluation.
Noise-reduction features: Double-wall, rigid, polyurethane foam-injected panel cabinet construction dampens radiated compressor and fan sound. Direct-drive fans with VFDs for variable airflow control and reduced fan sound. Optional compressor sound blankets.
IAQ equipment supported: UV lights for coil cleaning or for single pass air disinfection. Stainless steel drain pans are double sloped to ensure positive drainage and prevent microbial growth. Airflow monitoring and economizer CO2 override are available to monitor and improve indoor air quality. Cleanable, double-wall, panel construction inhibits microbial growth.
Thermostat compatibility: Requires a special thermostat.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: RN Series rooftop units utilize a variable-speed compressor, and combined with a modulating electric heater, provide precise comfort control even on extreme design days. Optimized defrost controls eliminate the unit frosting over when the temperatures drop and the moisture in the air increases. Available with higher heating capacities than conventional heat pumps, even down to 0°F outdoor temperatures, providing a solution for the increasing demand for building decarbonization.
Warranty information: Standard one-year parts and five-year compressor warranty. Optional two-, five-, or 10-year parts warranty. Standard 15-year aluminized or 25-year stainless steel heat exchanger warranty.
Special installation requirements: None.
Contact: Aaon, 918-583-2266; www.aaon.com.
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Serviceability features: Hinged access doors provide easy access to the inner components. Finger-Save electrical connections and components. Optional 4-, 7-, and 10-inch touchscreen equipment interface.
Noise-reduction features: Two-inch double-wall foam insulated construction.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Manufacturer did not specify.
Additional features: The PR Series delivers exceptional performance and versatility. Featuring a wide range of size and option combinations, it’s a perfect match for every application requiring dedicated outdoor air, mixed air, and dehumidification. Addison specializes in customer-specified semi-custom solutions for those highly engineered applications as well. From retail, offices, hospitality, and more, the PR Series is perfect fit. The PR also comes with a new desiccant wheel option for applications that require an ultra-low dew point.
Warranty information: One-year all parts, five-year compressor. Optional extended warranties available.
Special installation requirements: None.
Contact: Addison, 407-292-4400; www.addison-hvac.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large access panels feature easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout connections make troubleshooting easy. Simple fan adjustments can be made to the ECM by setting the DC voltage through an intuitive switch/rotary dial. Units also have a corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80).
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.airquestcomfort.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. Large control box provides room to work and easily mount accessories. An intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make configuration of the fan settings simple. Field-convertible to horizontal airflow for installation flexibility.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy and has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. New 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units have the same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.airquestcomfort.com.
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Serviceability features: Accessible gas compartment for quick and convenient access to all gas components. Removable drain pan simplifies maintenance, while improving application flexibility and serviceability. Slide-out blower motor reduces installation time and is easy to service. Isolated compressor allows performance check while unit is working, without interrupting airflow. Low-maintenance blower belt auto-tensioner aids longer belt life and quick belt replacement.
Noise-reduction features: Isolated compressor for quieter operation and easier service.
IAQ equipment supported: Up to MERV 13 filters. Optional reheat dehumidification system. Optional high-performance economizers.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Eco-Last coils system and optional tube and fin coils. High pressure switches. Slide-out blower motor. Direct or belt drive options. Easy-access gas compartment. Corrosion-resistant, removable, reversible drain pan. Independent fan motor mounts. CAV models meet DOE 2018 minimum efficiency standards. Insulated base. Blower belt auto-tensioner. Marked and color-coded wiring. Positive connection electrical plugs for common accessories for easy installation and removal.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on stainless steel gas heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized gas heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; three-year limited warranty on Eco-Last Coil System; one-year limited warranty on covered components.
Special installation requirements: More than 100 field-selectable options ensure fast and easy installation. Installation clearances available in engineering handbooks.
Contact: Allied Air Enterprises, 803-738-4082; www.allied-commercial.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Newly designed control board provides convenient access to all connections and troubleshooting points. Intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make it easy to set up/adjust the speed of the X-Vane fan technology. Cabinet size has worry-free fit for existing curb footprints. Easy access handles and no-strip screw system.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80.)
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Extended warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.arcoaire.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. Large control box provides room to work and easily mount accessories. An intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make configuration of the fan settings simple. Field-convertible to horizontal airflow for installation flexibility.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy and has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. New 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units have the same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.arcoaire.com.
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Serviceability features: Designed for over-the-window sill wall penetration. Front and center control panel for easy access to components. Hinged, lockable, removeable doors. Modularized construction for transporting through standard doors or in elevators. Can be installed in left or right corners with no modifications. Additional service features include ECM indoor and outdoor motors, high- and low-pressure switches, and non-corrosive drain pans.
Noise-reduction features: Two-stage scroll compressor with discharge muffler, double floating isolation mounting system, and sound muffling cover. Eco-friendly, high-performance insulation made from recycled denim. Acoustical sound accessories can be added for even lower operating sound levels as requirements and budgets dictate.
IAQ equipment supported: Energy recovery ventilator and commercial room ventilator options available.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Designed for classroom and other similar applications demanding high efficiency and the lowest possible sound levels. Provides superior indoor air quality and the ultimate in quiet operation. With Bard, each room is its own ecosystem with precise temperature, humidity, and ventilation control. Troubleshooting or replacing one unit doesn’t require a building-wide system shutdown, and most schools or commercial buildings use their maintenance staff to perform regular service.
Warranty information: Standard five-year parts, five-year compressor warranty.
Special installation requirements: None.
Contact: Bard Mfg. Co., 419-636-1194; bardhvac.com.
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Serviceability features: All installation and service work can be performed from inside the building to facilitate multi-story installations. The hinged removeable front panel allows easy access to air filters and all electrical controls. Heavy-duty permanent rollers facilitate installation and removal. Duct-free discharge plenum or hot water plenum box available. Unit can also be ducted.
Noise-reduction features: Quiet Technology provides extremely low indoor sound levels by using patent-pending components and materials in the construction of the units. This allows the unit to be installed inside the classroom, eliminating the need for outdoor condensing units or roof-mounted equipment. Natural fiber insulation eliminates all fiberglass from airstream. Also, compressor sound cover and double isolation grommets help to reduce sound levels.
IAQ equipment supported: Ventilation packages available include commercial room ventilators and energy recovery ventilators. All current product has ECM motors that accommodate MERV 13 filters. Units also available with UV-C-LED light for air sterilization.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: The Q-Tec is part of Bard’s extensive line of classroom climate control equipment. Designed to provide year-round comfort, the QWS provides heating, cooling, dehumidification, and ventilation while utilizing nature’s most efficient solar energy collector: ground water. A versatile design allows QWS units to be connected to a boiler/tower, well field, or individual ground loop. Step-capacity two-stage compressor, variable-speed ECM blower motor, and cupro-nickel water coil combine to deliver outstanding efficiencies.
Warranty information: Five-year parts, five-year compressor warranty.
Special installation requirements: None.
Contact: Bard Mfg. Co., 419-636-1194; bardhvac.com.
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With Axion fan technology, 547K models
Serviceability features: Large access panels with easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology, while air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout designed for easy troubleshooting in one area. Simple fan adjustment is made to the ECM by setting DC voltage with an intuitive switch and rotary dial. Units have corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressor mounting, and balanced indoor and outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses Axion fan technology/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften the sound experienced by other traditional systems during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan and base rail design to ensure original design is maintained.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-furnished air filters with field upgrade to higher MERV rating. Factory and field, fresh air, energy-saving economizers are available. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic (FDD) controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units are available with multiple choices of backup heat sizes to match particular climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Multistage operation with Axion fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, using less energy. The new 5/16-inch copper round tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency, reduce refrigerant charge, and increase heating output. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. No special training is required. Units have same footprint as 31 years ago, making ideal for replacement.
Warranty information: Five-year parts on compressor and electric heaters; five-year, factory-installed, ultra-low leak economizers with FDD; and one-year parts. Other extended warranty packages are also available.
Special installation requirements: Units are a single packaged design with many pre-engineered and certified factory options and field accessories to most geographic areas and applications.
Contact: Bryant, 571-453-8636; www.bryant.com/en/us/products/light-commercial/547k.
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With Axion fan technology, 547K models
Serviceability features: Large access panels with easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout designed for easy troubleshooting in one area. Simple fan adjustment is made to the ECM by setting DC voltage with an intuitive switch and rotary dial. Units have corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressor mounting, and balanced indoor and outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses Axion fan technology/Vane Axial fan design with built-in ramp-up speed technology to soften the sound experienced by other traditional systems during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan and base rail design to ensure original design is maintained.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-furnished air filters with field upgrade to higher MERV 13 rating. Factory and field, fresh air, energy-saving economizers are available. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic (FDD) controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available with multiple choices of backup heat sizes to match particular climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Multistage operation with Ecoblue technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, using less energy. The new 5/16-inch copper round tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency, reduce refrigerant charge, and increase heating output. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. No special training is required. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making ideal for replacement.
Warranty information: Five-year parts on compressor and electric heaters; five-year, factory-installed, ultra-low leak economizers with FDD; and one-year parts Other extended warranty packages are also available.
Special installation requirements: Units are a single packaged design with many pre-engineered and certified factory options and field accessories to most geographic areas and applications.
Contact: Bryant, 571-453-8636; www.bryant.com/en/us/products/light-commercial/547k.
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With Ecoblue Technology, 50FCQ models
Serviceability features: Large access panels with easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout designed for easy troubleshooting in one area. Simple fan adjustment is made to the ECM by setting DC voltage through an intuitive switch and rotary dial. Units have corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan. The use of SystemVu controls increases service and diagnostic capabilities.
Noise-reduction features: Insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressor mounting, and balanced indoor and outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses Ecoblue technology/Vane Axial fan design with built-in ramp-up speed technology to soften the sound experienced by other traditional systems during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan and base rail design to ensure original design is maintained.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-furnished air filters with factory upgrade to higher MERV 13 rating. Factory and field, fresh air, energy-saving economizers are available. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic (FDD) controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Unit available with multiple choices of backup heat sizes to match particular climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Multistage operation with Carrier Ecoblue technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, using less energy. The new 5/16-inch copper round tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency, reduce refrigerant charge, and increase heating output. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. No special training is required. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making ideal for replacement.
Warranty information: Five-year parts on compressor and electric heaters; five-year, factory-installed, ultra-low leak economizers with FDD; three-year SystemVu controls; and one-year parts. Other extended warranty packages are also available.
Special installation requirements: There are no special installation requirements. Units are a single packaged design with many pre-engineered and certified factory options and field accessories to most geographic areas and applications.
Contact: Carrier, 571-453-8636; www.carrier.com/commercial/en/us.
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With Ecoblue technology, 50GCQ models
Serviceability features: Large access panels with easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology allow toolless access to air filters. New unit control board layout designed for easy troubleshooting. Simple fan adjustment can be made to the ECM by setting DC voltage through an intuitive switch and rotary dial. Units have corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan. The use of SystemVu controls increases service and diagnostic capabilities.
Noise-reduction features: Insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressor mounting and balanced indoor and outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses industry’s first Ecoblue technology/Vane Axial fan design with built-in ramp-up speed technology to soften the sound experienced by other traditional systems during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan and base rail design to ensure original design is maintained.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-furnished air filters with factory upgrade to higher MERV rating. Units are available with an optional foil face insulation that is taped and encapsulated in the panel design. Factory and field, fresh air, energy-saving economizers are available. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic (FDD) controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Unit also available with multiple choices of backup heat sizes to match particular climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Multistage operation with Ecoblue technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, using less energy. The new 5/16-inch copper round tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency, reduce refrigerant charge, and increase heating output. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. No special training is required. Units have same footprint as 31 years ago, making them ideal for replacement.
Warranty information: Five-year parts on compressor and electric heaters; five-year, factory-installed, ultra-low leak economizers with FDD; three-year SystemVu controls; and one-year parts Other extended warranty packages are also available.
Special installation requirements: There are no special requirements. The units are a single packaged design with many pre-engineered and certified factory options and field accessories to most geographic areas and applications.
Contact: Carrier, 571-453-8636; www.carrier.com/commercial/en/us.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Newly designed control board provides convenient access to all connections and troubleshooting points. Intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make it easy to set up/adjust the speed of the X-Vane fan technology. Cabinet size has worry-free fit for existing curb footprints. Easy access handles and no-strip screw system.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80.)
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Extended warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.comfortmaker.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. Large control box provides room to work and easily mount accessories. An intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make configuration of the fan settings simple. Field-convertible to horizontal airflow for installation flexibility.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy and has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. New 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units have the same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.comfortmaker.com.
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Serviceability features: Direct-drive ECM fans eliminate belts and related service requirements. Electronic filter monitoring allows users to customize filter alarms based on application for better timed replacements. Plus, refrigeration monitoring sensors and event tracking provide quick diagnostics to save service time. Each section of the system includes a single lockable handle that controls four latches on the door for easy access.
Noise-reduction features: Rebel Applied is constructed out of double-wall foam-injected panels, which help reduce radiant fan noise. Fans are powered by EC motors, which provide industry-leading quiet operation. Sound attenuation sections and quiet condenser fans are available noise-reduction options as well.
IAQ equipment supported: Customers can add sections with sorbent ventilation technology (SVT) and/or IAQ features to Rebel Applied. Integrated SVT filters adsorb CO2, volatile organic compounds, and other contaminants. When applied in combination with ASHRAE’s IAQ procedure, SVT safely cleans indoor air and also reduces outside ventilation by up to 80%. UV lights and photocatalytic oxidation panels (PCOs) are used in the IAQ section to kill or capture bacteria in the airstream.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Does not share replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Rebel Applied transforms rooftop systems with high-performance inverter compressors, configurable cabinetry, and IAQ features. Inverter compressors provide precise temperature and humidity control with class-leading part-load efficiencies that meet and exceed most rebate thresholds. Ultra-low-leakage thermally broken cabinetry saves operating costs and provides application flexibility by reducing the equipment footprint up to 37% over legacy models and eliminating transition curbs. Cabinet configurability also provides the space to add IAQ features in a single packaged solution.
Warranty information: One-year standard warranty with optional extended warranties on compressor, parts, fans, gas heat exchanger, and labor.
Special installation requirements: Units must be lifted onto the roof and spreader bars used to allow proper weight distribution. See the installation, operation, and maintenance (IOM) manual for proper lift requirements.
Contact: Daikin Applied, 612-202-8774; www.daikinapplied.com.
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Standard efficiency, gas/electric, and heat pump rooftops, 3 to 25 ton
Serviceability features: Easy access to fan, motor, control panel, gas valves, and compressor with optional toolless hinged access doors. Standard features include slide-out blower for easy access and removal; sloped drain pan; contactors with lugs; high- and low-pressure switches; high-capacity steel-cased filter driers; crankcase heater; and built-in filter rack for 2-inch filters convertible to 4 inches. Labeled field connections plus color-coded and continuously marked wires for easy, point-to-point component connections.
Noise-reduction features: High-efficiency, low-noise scroll compressors.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-installed economizers are available for providing and controlling fresh, outside air.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Manufactured at the Daikin Texas Technology Park, Daikin’s line of standard-efficiency RTUs brings ease of installation and efficient operation, with an outstanding limited warranty. Features include 5mm condensing coils and a durable tubular heat exchanger. Several factory-installed options include hinged access panels; powered or non-powered convenience outlets; non-fused disconnect switch; return and/or supply air smoke detectors; stainless-steel heat exchanger; plus economizer and phase monitor. New Daikin LCXpress selection tool specifically for rooftop application configuration.
Warranty information: The heat exchanger is covered by a 20-year warranty, and all functional parts are covered by a five-year parts warranty. Complete warranty details are available from local dealer, distributor or manufacturer representative. To receive the parts limited warranty, online registration must be completed within 60 days of installation. Online registration is not required in California or Quebec. For complete warranty details, visit www.daikinac.com.
Special installation requirements: Engineered to be an easy direct replacement for most rooftop units without the need for a curb adapter. All sizes include built-in through-the-base options and horizontal access knockouts for easy infield wiring and piping installation. Supply fan comes standard for downflow applications and field convertible for horizontal applications. Factory wired and tested for faster commissioning and startup. Equipped with a well-organized, large, simple-to-use weatherproof internal control box with easy access for a better user experience.
Contact: Daikin Comfort Technologies North America Inc. (Daikin), 713-861-2500; www.daikinac.com.
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High-efficiency, gas/electric, and heat pump rooftops, 3 to 12.5 tons
Serviceability features: Easy access to fan, motor, control panel, gas valves, and compressor with optional toolless hinged access doors. Standard features include slide-out blower for easy access and removal; sloped drain pan; contactors with lugs; high- and low-pressure switches; high-capacity, steel-cased filter driers; and crankcase heater. Other helpful servicing features include a built-in filter rack for 2-inch filters convertible to 4 inches; labeled field connections; plus color-coded and continuously marked wires for easy point-to-point component connections.
Noise-reduction features: High-efficiency, low-noise scroll compressors.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-installed economizers are available for providing and controlling fresh outside air. Unit provides a draw-through filter section as standard for better air quality and longer-lasting component maintenance.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Manufactured at Daikin Texas Technology Park, Daikin’s line of standard-efficiency RTUs bring ease of installation and efficient operation, plus an outstanding limited warranty. Features include 5mm condensing coils and a durable tubular heat exchanger. Several factory-installed options include hinged-access panels; powered or non-powered convenience outlets; non-fused disconnect switch; return and/or supply air smoke detectors; stainless-steel heat exchanger; plus economizer and phase monitor. New Daikin LCXpress selection tool designed is specifically for rooftop application configuration.
Warranty information: The heat exchanger is covered by a 20-year warranty, and all functional parts are covered by a five-year parts warranty. Complete warranty details are available from local dealer, distributor, or manufacturer representative. To receive the parts limited warranty, online registration must be completed within 60 days of installation. Online registration is not required in California or Quebec. For complete warranty details, visit www.daikinac.com.
Special installation requirements: Engineered to be an easy direct replacement for most rooftop units, without the need for a curb adapter. All sizes include built-in through-the-base options and horizontal access knockouts for easy infield wiring and piping installation. Supply fan comes standard for downflow applications and field convertible for horizontal applications. Factory wired and tested for faster commissioning and startup. Equipped with a well-organized, large, simple-to-use, weatherproof, internal control box with easy access for a better user experience.
Contact: Daikin Comfort Technologies North America Inc. (Daikin), 713-861-2500; www.daikinac.com.
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Serviceability features: VRV Aurora uses hot gas base pan circuit to allow installation without needing additional drain pan heaters. Auto changeover to back-up (auxiliary) heat as standard. Long pipe lengths up to 1,640 feet and ability to connect up to 41 indoor units with up to 100-feet vertical separation between indoor units. Continuous heating during defrost and oil return on multi-module systems. Daikin PE Blue fin coil with 1,000 hours salt-spray test. Ships factory standard with coil guards.
Noise-reduction features: Standard operating sound levels are minimized with Daikin’s inverter, variable-speed, vapor-injection compressors.
IAQ equipment supported: Compatible with Daikin DVS dedicated outside air system (DVS - DOAS AHU). Designed for seamless integration with VRV air-cooled heat recovery outdoor units and controls to provide conditioning of 100% outside ventilation air. Also compatible with 100% outside air processing unit (FXMQ_MFVJU) and energy recovery ventilator (VAM_GVJU), providing sufficient levels of fresh, outside air, and recovery of waste heat from extracted air leaving the conditioned zone.
Thermostat compatibility: Requires a special thermostat.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Daikin VRV Aurora is manufactured in the USA, and the air-cooled system can deliver heating down to -22°F (-30°C) as standard. Offers 100% heating capacity at 0°F (-18°C), up to 85% capacity at -13°F (-25°C), and up to 60% capacity at -22°F (-30°C). Patented, vapor-injection, inverter, compressor technology for optimized part-load efficiency. Year-round comfort and efficiency with automatic and customizable Variable refrigerant technology (VRT).
Warranty information: Ten-year parts limited warranty and 10-year replacement compressor limited warranty. Complete warranty details are available from local dealer, distributor, or manufacturer representative. To receive the parts limited warranty, online registration must be completed within 60 days of installation. Online registration is not required in California or Quebec. For complete warranty details, visit www.daikinac.com.
Special installation requirements: Manufacturer did not specify.
Contact: Daikin Comfort Technologies North America Inc. (Daikin), 713-861-2500; www.daikinac.com.
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Serviceability features: Completely redesigned for ease of service. Sealed electrical box with IP55 rating for protection from dust, water, and snow. Hot gas defrost circuit at bottom of coil eliminates need for base pan heater. Service window provides quick access to multi-functional display and configuration buttons. Multi-functional display provides refrigerant pressures and temperatures, eliminating the need to connect gauges during regular maintenance check. Refrigerant-cooled circuit keeps PCB cool. Intermittent outdoor fan operation minimizes snow accumulation.
Noise-reduction features: Standard operating sound levels are minimized with Daikin’s inverter, variable-speed, vapor-injection compressors.
IAQ equipment supported: Compatible with 100% outside air processing unit (FXMQ_MFVJU) and energy recovery ventilator (VAM_GVJU) providing sufficient levels of fresh outside air and recovery of waste heat from extracted air leaving the conditioned zone.
Thermostat compatibility: Requires a special thermostat.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: New, stylish, space-saving design engineered to provide ease of installation and service. Available in a single- and dual-module lineup with a new larger chassis and modular connectivity providing up to 40-ton system capacity with only two modules. Longer piping lengths allow coverage up to 361 feet of vertical distance. Patented vapor injection inverter compressor technology for optimized part-load efficiency. Year-round comfort and efficiency with automatic and customizable variable refrigerant technology (VRT).
Warranty information: Ten-year parts limited warranty and 10-year replacement compressor limited warranty. Complete warranty details are available from local dealer, distributor, or manufacturer representative. To receive the parts limited warranty, online registration must be completed within 60 days of installation. Online registration is not required in California or Quebec. For complete warranty details, visit www.daikinac.com.
Special installation requirements: Designed with flexibility to enlarge system from single to a dual module without changes to installed main pipe sizes for phased installation or tenant fit-out buildings. Local code compliance-ready from factory via alignment with compliance needs, such as OSHPD seismic, Miami Dade wind, and Chicago pressure relief codes. Reduced wiring costs with up to 34% reduction in minimum circuit amp (MCA) values compared to previous series. Engineered for ease of installation and service with three-segment panel design.
Contact: Daikin Comfort Technologies North America Inc. (Daikin), 713-861-2500; www.daikinac.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Newly designed control board provides convenient access to all connections and troubleshooting points. Intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make it easy to set up/adjust the speed of the X-Vane fan technology. Cabinet size has worry-free fit for existing curb footprints. Easy access handles and no-strip screw system.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80.)
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor, one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Extended warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.dayandnightcomfort.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large control box provides room to work and easily mount accessories. An intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make configuration of the fan settings simple. New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. Field-convertible to horizontal airflow for installation flexibility.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan with base-rail design to maintain original design.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: With 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy. A reference DC volt chart and intuitive switch/rotary dial make fan adjustments simple. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units are ideal for replacement, because they have the same footprint as 30 years ago. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor, one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.dayandnightcomfort.com.
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Serviceability features: High and low service ports, panel mounted FPT water connections, removable panels on all sides, in-door sight glass for monitoring circuit board codes, test mode with LED indicator to speed up service diagnosis. and toolless filter rack.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated with 1-inch, fiberglass, vapor barrier-facing insulation. Double-isolated compressor mounting.
IAQ equipment supported: One- to 2-inch filter rack available for up to MERV 13 filter.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Noncorrosive thermoplastic condensate drain pan. Alarm relay activated on a problem. Factory-installed and piped economizer.
Warranty information: One-year warranty on all parts and five-year compressor warranty.
Special installation requirements: Removable discharge flange for additional installation clearance. Electronic control module is field configurable for multiple aspects. Left- or right-hand air return. Easily accessible blower, compressor, and electrical components, and 100% factory tested.
Contact: First Co., 214-388-5751; www.firstco.com.
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Serviceability features: Designed with easily removable panels for service and maintenance.
Noise-reduction features: Airstage J-IV systems feature low indoor and outdoor unit operating sound levels. Indoor units can be as low as 21 dB (similar to a soft whisper), and outdoor units can be as low as 50 dB.
IAQ equipment supported: Several of the 11 different indoor unit types have options for integration of filtered outside air. In addition, the J-IV system can be configured with dedicated outside air units with air filters.
Thermostat compatibility: Requires a special thermostat.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Expanded heating operation range with more than 50% of rated capacity down to -15°F. Allows up to 150% indoor unit connectable capacity ratio. Connect up to 9, 12, or 15 indoor units to each 3-, 4-, or 5-ton outdoor unit, respectively. Choose from 11 indoor unit styles ranging from 4,000 to 60,000 Btuh. Ability to reduce electrical circuit breaker sizes when installed. Built-in base pan heaters designed for reliable drain management.
Warranty information: Standard limited warranty of five-year parts and seven-year compressor. When registered system is installed by licensed contractor, according to law, codes, good trade practices, and product documentation, it is extended to 10-year parts and 10-year compressor.
Special installation requirements: Installation of the J-IV system is described in the installation manual.
Contact: Fujitsu General America Inc., 888-888-3424; fujitsugeneral.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: A redesigned unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient place. Easy access handles provide quick entry to all routinely serviced components. Units have simple, fast, plug-in connections to the standard integrated control box. Sloped, corrosion-resistant, composite, drain pan sheds water and won’t rust.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact, composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.heil-hvac.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large access panels feature easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout connections make troubleshooting easy. Simple fan adjustments can be made to the ECM by setting the DC voltage through an intuitive switch/rotary dial. Units also have a corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80).
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Horizontal economizers are available as an accessory only. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.heil-hvac.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large access panels feature easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout connections make troubleshooting easy. Simple fan adjustments can be made to the ECM by setting the DC voltage through an intuitive switch/rotary dial. Units also have a corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact, composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80).
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.icpcommercial.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Newly designed control board provides convenient access to all connections and troubleshooting points. Intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make it easy to set up/adjust the speed of the X-Vane fan technology. Cabinet size has worry-free fit for existing curb footprints. Easy access handles and no-strip screw system.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80.)
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Extended warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.icpcommercial.com.
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Serviceability features: Units have single-side access for ease of service that is further simplified with the support of the Johnson Controls commercial application support organization, which provides technical and field support for installation, replacement, and service. Further service options include hinged panels, disconnect, circuit breaker, convenience outlets, and higher SCCR options. An optional mobile access portal gives contactors access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance logs using a mobile smart device.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Choice RTUs have convertible filter rack from 2 or 4 inches with factory options up to MERV 13 pleated filters to meet LEED requirements. They feature leak economizers (AMCA 511 certified w/FDD) with dry bulb, single enthalpy, or dual enthalpy sensing; CO2 sensor for demand control ventilation; manual or motorized damper; barometric relief; constant volume power exhaust; and modulating power exhaust.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Units can be optioned from the factory to use electric heat instead of gas combustion, which can help to reduce harmful CO2 gas emissions. Other helpful features include independent circuits to help avoid full unit shutdowns and a lead-lag compensator for exceptional reliability. An optional mobile access portal with Wi-Fi hotspot gives contactors easier access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance tools simply by using a smart device.
Warranty information: Standard five-year compressor limited warranty and a one-year parts limited warranty with product registration. Extended warranties are available.
Special installation requirements: The unit has a variety of install-friendly features that create flexibility for a range of applications. The unit’s footprint fits approximately 70% of competitive installed bases without the need for costly transition curbs. Its direct replacement footprint and lightweight design offer ease of installation for both new product and retrofit applications. Choice heat pump platforms are up to 20% lighter than existing Johnson Controls models and competing products.
Contact: Johnson Controls, 414-344-8594; www.johnsoncontrols.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Newly designed control board provides convenient access to all connections and troubleshooting points. Intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make it easy to set up/adjust the speed of the X-Vane fan technology. Cabinet size has worry-free fit for existing curb footprints. Easy access handles and no-strip screw system.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact, composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80.)
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Extended warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.keeprite.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large control box provides room to work and easily mount accessories. An intuitive switch and rotary dial arrangement make configuration of the fan settings simple. New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low-voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. Field-convertible to horizontal airflow for installation flexibility.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Units are built on a rigid base pan with base-rail design to maintain original design.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: With 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems, X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy. A reference DC volt chart and intuitive switch/rotary dial make fan adjustments simple. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units are ideal for replacement, because they have the same footprint as 30 years ago. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor, one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.keeprite.com.
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Serviceability features: The boiler has large removable front doors that open to an intelligently laid out control panel with limits, alarms, gateways, and terminal blocks all accessible from the front. The gas train and blower are cantilevered off the front of the heat exchanger for easy access to adjust settings or make any needed field replacement of parts.
Noise-reduction features: Electronic air-to-fuel ratio control of the combustion system coupled with a low noise blower results in very quiet operation.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: The condensing firetube boiler includes real-time O2 trim compensation that maintains ideal air-to-fuel ratios, up to 20:1 turndown to match varying load profiles, and the powerful Laars Linc icon-driven control system. Each MagnaTherm FT is built with CF-Tech contoured flue tubes that evenly distribute heat to maximize heat transfer, increasing efficiency and extending heat exchanger life. The vertically designed boiler has a small footprint to fit into tight mechanical rooms.
Warranty information: Ten-year heat exchanger, one-year parts.
Special installation requirements: The MagnaTherm FT has a small footprint to take up less floor space and fit through doors and into tight mechanical rooms. All gas, water, and high voltage connections are located in the back of the MagnaTherm FT for ease of installation. Many electrical packages are also available to meet job site voltage requirements; 120, 240, 480, or 600 vac, depending on boiler size.
Contact: Laars Heating Systems Co., 603-335-6300; www.laars.com.
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Serviceability features: The Lennox Core service app brings guided setup menus for install, test, and balance, network integration, detail runtimes, and service history to the technician’s hand. Each Enlight unit comes standard with toolless filter access, isolated compressor compartment, and accessible gas compartment, which reduce service time. Each of these features allow technicians to quickly perform service and maintenance on every Enlight rooftop unit.
Noise-reduction features: Units all feature two-speed compressors, ECM outdoor fans, and variable-speed indoor fans, which greatly reduce the noise levels during part load operation and startup.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory-installed UV-C lights, needlepoint bipolar ionization, high-efficiency MERV filters, and the all new IAQ monitoring system provide superior indoor air quality and year-round comfort. The IAQ monitoring system measures both return and supply air to report TVOC and PM2.5. It reports on filter efficiency to detect filter bypass and replacement.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: The 6.5- to 20-ton heat pumps feature independent defrost cycles, which decrease the runtime of electric heat and improve comfort in the space. The Lennox Core unit controller and mobile service app provide a unique interface. The built-in wireless gateway provides quick and easy connection to the mobile app as well as optional wireless zone sensors. Real-time data readouts make servicing Lennox rooftop units easier than ever before.
Warranty information: Five-year compressors. High-performance economizers and variable-frequency drives (inverters) are warrantied by Lennox for a period of five years when installed in all applications.
Special installation requirements: The Lennox Core service app replaces a traditional built-in user interface on the Lennox CORE unit controller and provides guided setup menus for install, test and balance, and network integration. The app also facilitates seamless commissioning of wireless sensors and sensor networks compatible with the CORE control system.
Contact: Lennox Commercial, 210-216-6333; www.lennoxcommercial.com.
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Serviceability features: Compatible with the latest mini-split wall-mount units. The wall-mount units have been redesigned for faster installation and easier serviceability. The new wall-mounts feature faster access to the control board and improved access to the blower wheel, allowing for the assembly to be easily and quickly detached for cleaning and maintenance. For reference, the new wall-mount unit control board can be accessed in as little as 30 seconds.
Noise-reduction features: The outdoor units offer sound levels as low as 54.5 dBA.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Requires a special thermostat.
Replacement parts compatibility: Does not share replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Lennox is now offering variable-capacity, variable-speed mini-splits with impressive efficiency levels. Both products deliver significant energy savings, and in fact, can help cut energy bills by several hundred dollars per year. The high-efficiency MLB offers up to 28 SEER, and the high-efficiency MPC up to 25.5 SEER, both with an HSPF of 13. They may even qualify for energy rebates.
Warranty information: Seven-year limited compressor warranty and five-year covered component warranty. A 12-year extended warranty is available with proper registration.
Special installation requirements: Manufacturer did not specify.
Contact: Lennox Commercial, 210-216-6333; www.lennoxcommercial.com.
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ACHH017H(V)BAB, ACHH020H(V)BAB, ACHH033H(V)BAB, ACHH040H(V)BAB, ACHH050H(V)BAB, ACHH060H(V)BAB: (H-460V and V-208-230V)
Serviceability features: Each compressor is on its own refrigerant circuit and is able to keep remaining circuits running while failed circuit is repaired. Black box feature stores 180 seconds of operating data prior to failure to aid technician with diagnostics. Service software allows access to all operating data including compressor speeds and valve positions.
Noise-reduction features: Standard offering includes variable-speed compressors and fans; noise reduction compressor wraps; 1.25-inch insulation; insulated panels for compressor section; new aerodynamically engineered fan blade; and 8-pole fan motors.
IAQ equipment supported: The chiller provides engineers with the option of specifying both chilled and hot water for independent dedicated outdoor air systems and can be used in a four-pipe application with external valves and controls. In fact, the variable capacity performance of the LG chiller promotes its use in this type of application.
Thermostat compatibility: The chiller is provided with a main control board that allows for operation from the LG HMI, a dedicated controller provided with each chiller, or any third-party control device. There are both hard-wire and digital control points available for proper control with third- party controls.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: The innovation of chiller can be attributed to several key components, including inverter technology for more precise and efficient response to load demand, lower ambient/high-performance heating, and modularity of design. Performing comfort and process heating and or cooling applications is possible with the standard system. The ACHH chiller operates on a soft start with electrical current draw that does not exceed 25% of its minimum circuit ampacity.
Warranty information: The standard limited warranty is one-year parts only and three-year compressor parts only limited warranty for qualified systems (no labor or refrigerant included). An optional extended part and compressor limited warranty option is available at the time of initial purchase, which can extend the parts and compressor only coverage to five, six, seven, eight, nine, or 10 years (parts and compressor, no labor or refrigerant included).
Special installation requirements: The chiller is presented as a fully assembled packed product, only requiring proper installation by a qualified technician, connection to the fluid system, and proper electrical connections. The product may be applied to most commercial and industrial applications without any accessories. LG’s installation manual has the full installation requirements for contractors.
Contact: LG Electronics Inc., 862-485-1764; lghvac.com.
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With Hellcat combustion technology, FCB1000N, FCB1500N, FCB2000N, FCB2500N, FCB3000N, FCB4000N, FCB5000N, FCB6000N
Serviceability features: Boilers offer supreme serviceability for technicians. The SmartTouch interface features a cutting-edge 10-inch capacitive touchscreen that allows for at-a-glance system status and performance enhancements. A unique integrated controls platform also features LED status and fault indicators on the control boards to help with diagnosis in the field. The refined industrial design features narrower front doors and lighter, yet more durable side panels that make maneuvering and servicing a snap.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Boilers feature a revolutionary O2 sensor system designed for a condensing hydronic boiler that adapts to rapidly changing environmental conditions. Seasonal changes, drastic weather shifts, and altitude are all compensated for. No matter what is happening outside, Hellcat combustion technology is automatically adjusting for optimal combustion. The control platform learns the optimal settings and logs that information in real time, allowing it to adjust to any environmental condition.
Warranty information: Ten-year limited warranty, five-year warranty on the burner, and 18 months on all other parts.
Special installation requirements: Contractors should refer to the installation and operation manual for details on installation requirements.
Contact: Lochinvar, 615-889-8900; www.lochinvar.com.
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Serviceability features: The FTXL 1.0 boiler features a combustion air filter that collects debris from combustion makeup air, potentially extending the time between burner and heat exchanger cleanings, saving both time and money. The unit’s 7-inch LCD touchscreen display makes it easier for contractors to adjust parameters with minimal effort and provides access to remote connectivity capabilities for improved ease of installation. The boiler features both CON·X·US remote connectivity and SmartTouch operating control capabilities.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Lochinvar’s unique stainless steel fire tube heat exchanger design produces a higher heat transfer coefficient than traditional fire tubes. The FTXL 1.0 boiler operates at a thermal efficiency of 98.3% and a turndown ratio of 10:1. Variable flow also makes the boiler more flexible at handling frequent fluctuations in the system flow rate. The unit features an updated, sleeker look, with a new front bezel and Lochinvar’s badge front and center.
Warranty information: Ten-year limited warranty on the heat exchanger and one-year limited warranty on all other parts.
Special installation requirements: Contractors should refer to the installation and operation manual for details on installation requirements.
Contact: Lochinvar, 615-889-8900; www.lochinvar.com.
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Serviceability features: Units are designed with modular components and subassemblies for quick removal when cleaning, maintenance, or servicing are needed. THX units have been designed with durability in mind and include features focused on water and debris management, such as UL-approved, sealed junction boxes and debris catch screens to name a few.
Noise-reduction features: Convection heaters do not require a fan or ducting, so they provide a quiet heat source with natural airflow and no need for moving parts, which eliminates the noise disruptions of other heating technologies.
IAQ equipment supported: THX units create an effective draft barrier that protects a building’s curtain walls, preventing the primary HVAC system from becoming overtaxed and avoiding inefficiency and higher utility costs. The convection draft barrier improves overall HVAC performance with no fumes or exhaust for an environmentally friendly heat solution. Additionally, convection heaters operate with natural airflow and without a fan or moving parts, reducing the circulation of dust, allergens, and particles that may be in the air.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: THX zero vertical profile eliminates visual disruptions while preserving the building’s heat envelope and amplifying building aesthetics. Maximize building comfort and reclaim floor space with this compact, in-floor convector. THX addresses the building’s need for supplemental heat against the curtain walls and glazing, while fully integrating with the architects’ designed interior spaces. Whether for a new building project or adding to an existing spec, THX delivers desired performance through unique features and flexible installation options.
Warranty information: Warrantied against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from date of installation, except heating elements, which are warrantied against defects in workmanship and materials for five years from date of installation.
Special installation requirements: The THX Series is available in multiple volt, wattage, and control configurations, with modular lengths beginning at 2 feet. THX saves time and effort with multiple modularized units that can be configured by one service professional for easy field connection, control, and installation. Each unit is factory wired and preassembled for out-of-the-box readiness, drop-in installation, and easy access for maintenance and cleaning. The frame, leveling legs, and grille options are standard for an ideal mount choice that best fits.
Contact: Marley Engineered Products, 312-565-4626; www.marleymep.com.
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Serviceability features: Service personnel love the access space included in EnergyPack/Ultraline units, and systems are equipped with Fanwall Technology, providing reliability through redundancy. If a fan turns off, the rest of the fans continue to run. System optimization controls adjust the speed of the remaining fans to make up for loss in CFM. Near zero pressure loss inlet dampers aid in isolation of the fans that are off, so unit operation can continue while servicing is planned.
Noise-reduction features: At the heart of each unit is Fanwall Technology, an array of smaller, quieter, more energy-efficient fans, operating at peak efficiency. Variable-speed drives on these fans aid in reducing energy and sound at part-load conditions. Scroll compressor technology provides reduced sound levels, and insulation options reduce radiated sound levels even more. The ITF cabinet frame is customizable in material gauge and configuration to meet the job site application.
IAQ equipment supported: A full range of pre- and final-filter options are available, including HEPA filters. Optional UV lights help protect the surface of the unit from bacterial growth. UV-rated materials are used in construction to provide long unit life with UV operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Building automation controls or stand-alone controls
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: EnergyPack/Ultraline units are designed to outlast most catalog rooftop products — 20-plus years is typical. There are nearly unlimited options for air movement, filtration, cooling, heating, humidifying, and air-to-air energy recovery. A range of AHRI-certified energy recovery heat exchangers, including wheels, plates, heat pipes, and desiccant wheels ensure performance. DDC controls with BACnet protocol option provide local control or easy integration into BMS.
Warranty information: Warranty is 12 months from startup or 18 months from shipment. Additional warranty terms are available.
Special installation requirements: Units are built with a welded tubular steel base and 3-inch cabinet construction for superior structural integrity. Units include a recessed, waterproof, membrane-coated floor with upturned lips for added leak protection, and a gasketed thermal break construction option that helps prevent unit sweating. Material and coating options are available to protect units in highly-corrosive environments.
Contact: Nortek Air Solutions, 636-561-7300; www.nortekair.com.
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Serviceability features: Offered in vertical and horizontal discharge models. Monoblock heat pump, which means all refrigerant is self-contained in unit — no dealing with refrigerant lines. Proven and tested in Australia.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Supports BMS communication.
Thermostat compatibility: Manufacturer did not specify.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Extremely high-efficiency air-to-water heating with zero emissions. Listed in CBECC Title 24 Software. Raypak carries stock, always ready to be a high performing solution even on short notice.
Warranty information: Manufacturer did not specify.
Special installation requirements: Manufacturer did not specify.
Contact: Raypak, 805-660-3898; raypak.com.
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Serviceability features: Resolute boasts a mix of options to enhance installation and serviceability. Field-convertible airflow (downflow and horizontal) provides superior application flexibility. Additionally, PlusOne ServiceSmart package includes elements such as: Qwik-slide removable indoor blower assembly; slide-out, internally sloped condensate drain pan; standard hinged access panels; and standard single-point wiring. PlusOne Diagnostics also includes CoreCommand Control, delivering enhanced diagnostics with easy-to-understand fault codes, complete fault history, and input/output options to meet building compliance needs.
Noise-reduction features: As a packaged unit, noise is contained within the unit and outdoors, making it quieter than split type systems where mechanical components are located closer to the conditioned space. Resolute units also come with VFD technology that cuts down on the repeated on and off cycles.
IAQ equipment supported: MERV 8 and MERV 13 filters are available through Rheem and can be used in the unit without any modifications. The unit is also compatible with field-installed UV light kits available in the market.
Thermostat compatibility: Through Rheem ClearControl, the unit is compatible with most thermostats and building management systems, which means building owners are free to choose their preferred controls.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: The Resolute 30-ton packaged system offers field-convertible airflow and standard single-zone and multi-zone VAV. Engineered to deliver on efficiency and performance, the unit meets Department of Energy’s 2023 efficiency requirements, while ClearControl boasts flexible controls for easy communication via BACnet, LonWorks, or Modbus, allowing owners to connect and control the system using their preferred option. Additionally, the indoor blower with VFD increases efficiency.
Warranty information: One-year limited parts; five-year compressor; 10-year standard heat exchanger model only; 20-year stainless steel heat exchanger. Heat exchanger warranty applies for G/E model only.
Special installation requirements: Flexibility is part of Rheem’s innovation. Contractors can choose the VAV control box and building controls system they prefer for use with these systems.
Contact: Rheem Mfg. Co., 479.648.4900; www.rheem.com.
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Serviceability features: PlusOne ServiceSmart features allow access to internal components, saving time on installations. Application flexibility allows for direct replacement without the need for a new roof curb adapter. Thoughtfully placed wiring and piping connections and two return options virtually eliminate the need to change previously existing piping, wiring, or ductwork placement. Units include ClearControl, a standard DDC controller with Modbus interface or optional BACnet or LonWorks interfaces.
Noise-reduction features: Packaged design limits noise indoors by keeping all mechanical components outdoors and away from building occupants.
IAQ equipment supported: MERV 8 and MERV 13 filters are easy to use with the unit, thanks to the Flex-fit filter rack. Renaissance is also compatible with field-installed UV light kits available in the market.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats and through ClearControl, compatible with most building management systems also.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Flexible footprint for easier direct replacement of most other industry products. Field-convertible airflow (downflow and horizontal) to enhance application flexibility. PlusOne ServiceSmart package includes Qwik-Slide blower and patented PlusOne Velocifin heat exchanger with Qwik-Slide removability. Designed to meet or exceed the Department of Energy’s 2023 efficiency standards, Renaissance delivers higher efficiencies with the PlusOne Velocifin heat exchanger, new compressor technology, and the latest indoor and outdoor microchannel heat exchanger innovations.
Warranty information: One-year limited parts; five-year compressor; 10-year standard heat exchanger model only; 20-year stainless steel heat exchanger. Heat exchanger warranty applies for G/E model only.
Special installation requirements: Designing and selecting the right Renaissance solution is easy with the suite of free web-based software like RapidSpec and the Ruud BIM library. Installation is easier with a flexible footprint, featuring two return options that eliminate the need for a new roof curb adapter. After install, Ruud’s expansive, nationwide distribution network, dedicated support teams, local engineering and manufacturing facilities, and innovative learning centers, offer an extensive support network for contractors and installers.
Contact: Ruud, 800-947-2975; www.ruud.com.
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Serviceability features: Monoblock design with self-contained refrigerant system and easy piping and wiring for simplified installation. User-friendly precision touchscreen control helps match system capacity to loads.
Noise-reduction features: Variable-speed fans and compressor allow for lower decibel levels.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts.
Additional features: Solstice Inverter Extreme offers extreme low ambient capabilities for heating and cooling applications. Modulating compressor and fans ensure that the system’s capacity is always matching the load for the highest level of efficiency. Ultra-simple piping and wiring, along with the monoblock design allows for smooth install without the need for onsite refrigerant charging.
Warranty information: Standard two-year parts and five-year compressor. Extended warranty provides five-year parts and 10-year compressor coverage.
Special installation requirements: Basic understanding of hydronic systems.
Contact: SpacePak, 413-568-9571; www.spacepak.com.
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Serviceability features: Rooftop units have single-side access for ease of service that is further simplified with the support of the Johnson Controls commercial application support organization, which provides technical and field support for installation, replacement, and service. Further service options include hinged panels, disconnect, circuit breaker, convenience outlets, and higher SCCR options. An optional mobile access portal gives contractors access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance logs using a mobile smart device.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Choice RTUs have convertible filter rack from 2-inch or 4 inches with factory options up to MERV 13 pleated filters to meet LEED requirements. They feature leak economizers (AMCA 511 certified w/FDD) with dry bulb, single enthalpy, or dual enthalpy sensing, CO2 sensor for demand control ventilation, manual or motorized damper, barometric relief, constant volume power exhaust, and modulating power exhaust.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Choice RTUs can be optioned from the factory to use electric heat instead of gas combustion, which can help to reduce harmful CO2 gas emissions. Other helpful features include independent circuits to help avoid full unit shutdowns and a lead-lag compensator for exceptional reliability. An optional mobile access portal with Wi-Fi hotspot gives contactors easier access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance tools simply by using a smart device.
Warranty information: Standard five-year compressor limited warranty and one-year parts limited warranty with product registration. Extended warranties are available.
Special installation requirements: Choice RTUs have a variety of install-friendly features that create flexibility for a range of applications. The unit’s footprint fits approximately 70% of competitive installed bases without the need for costly transition curbs. Its direct replacement footprint and lightweight design offer ease of installation for both new product and retrofit applications. Choice heat pump platforms are up to 20% lighter than existing TempMaster models.
Contact: Johnson Controls, 414-344-8594; www.johnsoncontrols.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: Large access panels feature easy-grip handles and no-strip screw technology. Air filters are accessed through a toolless filter access door. New unit control board layout connections make troubleshooting easy. Simple fan adjustments can be made to the ECM by setting the DC voltage through an intuitive switch/rotary dial. Units also have a corrosion-resistant, internally sloped, self-draining condensate pan.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact, composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound. X-Vane units have an acoustic dBA of 79 (the dial tone on a phone has a dBA of 80).
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizer X uses fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation. Units available in a variety of gas heat sizes to match specific climate zones and applications.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems and uses less energy. The new 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. Units have same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Fifteen-year limited warranty on optional stainless steel heat exchanger; 10-year limited warranty on aluminized heat exchanger; five-year limited warranty on compressor; one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.tempstar.com.
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With X-Vane fan technology
Serviceability features: New unit control board puts all connections and troubleshooting points in one convenient location. Most low voltage connections can be made to the same easy-access board. RHV rooftops have high- and low-pressure switches, a new mixed air pressure switch, a filter drier, and 2-inch filters standard.
Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet, isolated scroll compressors, and balanced indoor/outdoor fan systems. Indoor fan uses X-Vane/Vane Axial fan design with built-in, ramp-up speed technology to soften sound during startup. Lightweight, high-impact composite fan blade on the outdoor fan system minimizes sound.
IAQ equipment supported: Factory and field fresh air economizers with capability for demand control ventilation. Economizers use fault detection diagnostic controls to ensure operation and control ventilation air at multi-speed motor operation.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: X-Vane fan technology indoor fan system uses less energy and has 75% fewer moving parts than traditional belt drive systems. Simple fan adjustment is made with a reference DC volt chart and switch/rotary dial. New 5/16-inch round copper tube and aluminum plate condenser coils help improve efficiency and reduce refrigerant charge. Units have the same footprint as 30 years ago, making them ideal for replacement. No special training required.
Warranty information: Five-year limited warranty on compressor and one-year limited warranty on all other parts. Up to five-year extended parts warranty available. See warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
Special installation requirements: Vane Axial fans always spin in the correct direction. Installers should perform a proper startup, including checking three-phase compressors to ensure that they are phased correctly and measuring temperatures/pressures at startup to ensure the compressor is pumping. If the installer cannot check the cooling operation at startup (i.e., winter startup), then the cooling function should be disabled until the installer can return and complete proper startup.
Contact: International Comfort Products, 463-245-4015; www.tempstar.com.
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Serviceability features: Built on the Ascend chiller platform, ACX leverages Trane controls knowledge and expertise to provide consistent quality and reliability supported by Trane’s major distribution and local office support. The common platform facilitates maintenance, servicing, and component sourcing.
Noise-reduction features: Available compressor factory installed acoustical treatment as well as an optional noise reduction request to allow for a lower sound signature during nighttime operation. Maintenance-free, long-life EC fan motors reduce sound at part loads.
IAQ equipment supported: Manufacturer did not specify.
Thermostat compatibility: Manufacturer did not specify.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Ascend model ACX offers high efficiency for heating and cooling performance as a result of its boiler free heating. Intermediate discharge valves and variable volume ratio technology enhance system efficiency while maintenance-free, long-life EC fan motors improve efficiency and reduce sound at part loads. Dual electronic expansion valves (one for cooling and one for heating) are built-in metering devices for refrigerant, which ensure proper amount of refrigerant to provide reliable operation in different modes.
Warranty information: Standard warranty is full parts for 12 months from startup or 18 months from shipment, whichever comes first.
Special installation requirements: The unit’s Symbio 800 controller features open standard protocol, enabling seamless and secure integration with building automation systems, leveraging secure remote IP connectivity (BACnet, Modbus) and optional Trane Air-Fi wireless technology and LonTalk communication protocols for simplified equipment monitoring and management. Post-installation, Symbio 800 can connect with Trane energy analysis and 24/7 system monitoring services to ensure Trane chillers are continuously optimized for efficiency and uptime.
Contact: Trane, 551-246-3364; www.trane.com/commercial/north-america/us/en/products-systems/chillers/air-cooled-chillers/ascend-air-to-water-heat-pump.html.
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Serviceability features: These new units (12.5 to 25 tons) have been designed to reduce complexity and improve serviceability. The new Symbio 700 unit controller includes an intuitive onboard interface and Bluetooth-enabled service and installation app that clearly displays system alarms and diagnostics, making troubleshooting quick and easy. Plus, there are no fan belts to adjust, filters are easy to replace, and every unit has toolless coil guards and hinged access to the control panels.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: New units provide solution to address all four pillars of indoor air quality: dilution is accomplished via ventilation (economizers); exhaust is accomplished via building pressure relief (barometric relief/power exhaust); contain is accomplished via humidity control (modulating hot gas reheat); and clean is accomplished via filtration (MERV8 or MERV13 filters).
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Some shared parts and some unique parts. Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Precedent delivers a complete offering of standard efficiency, 3- to 25-ton, light commercial, packaged, rooftop heat pumps units with the addition of the new 17.5- and 25-ton units. The redesigned heat pumps include the new Symbio 700 unit controller that optimizes performance, improves serviceability, and provides unit connectivity. The new heat pumps also have longer warranty coverage, standard coil guards, and additional options including single and multi-zone VAV and modulating hot gas reheat.
Warranty information: Standard limited warranties include three-year parts and controls and five-year compressor. Dual fuel/hybrid systems also include 10-year aluminized heat exchanger and 15-year stainless steel heat exchanger.
Special installation requirements: New models arrive ready to install — no adapter curb is needed for nearly all replacements. Units are convertible — shipped in the downflow configuration and can easily be converted to horizontal. The controller setup and configuration can be completed using the onboard user interface or the Symbio service and installation app that connects directly via Bluetooth and provides guided startup tasks.
Contact: Trane, 800-945-5884; www.trane.com/commercial/north-america/us/en/products-systems/packaged-units-and-split-systems/rooftop-units/precedent.html.
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Serviceability features: Units have single-side access for ease of service that is further simplified with the support of the Johnson Controls commercial application support organization, which provides technical and field support for installation, replacement, and service. Further service options include hinged panels, disconnect, circuit breaker, convenience outlets, and higher SCCR options. An optional mobile access portal gives contactors access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance logs using a mobile smart device.
Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify.
IAQ equipment supported: Choice RTUs have convertible filter rack from 2-inch or 4 inches with factory options up to MERV 13 pleated filters to meet LEED requirements. They feature leak economizers (AMCA 511 certified w/FDD) with dry bulb, single enthalpy, or dual enthalpy sensing; CO2 sensor for demand control ventilation; manual or motorized damper; barometric relief; constant volume power exhaust; and modulating power exhaust.
Thermostat compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.
Replacement parts compatibility: Shares replacement parts with other models.
Additional features: Choice rooftop units can be optioned from the factory to use electric heat instead of gas combustion, which can help to reduce harmful CO2 gas emissions. Other helpful features include independent circuits to help avoid full unit shutdowns and a lead-lag compensator for exceptional reliability. An optional mobile access portal with Wi-Fi hotspot gives contactors easier access to commissioning, configuration, and maintenance tools simply by using a smart device.
Warranty information: Standard five-year compressor limited warranty and a one-year parts limited warranty with product registration. Extended warranties are available.
Special installation requirements: The unit has a variety of install-friendly features that create flexibility for a range of applications. The unit’s footprint fits approximately 70% of competitive installed bases, without the need for costly transition curbs. Its direct replacement footprint and lightweight design offer ease of installation for both new product and retrofit applications. Choice heat pump platforms are up to 20% lighter than existing York models and competing products.
Contact: Johnson Controls, 717-609-2448; www.johnsoncontrols.com.
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