MIAMI — Airzone Control, a provider of HVAC solutions for zoning, automation, and smart control, has completed a technical integration with the full portfolio of Google Nest thermostats.

The integration between the Airzone Aidoo Pro controller and Nest smart thermostats (the Nest Thermostat and the Nest Learning Thermostat) enables bi-directional communication between the thermostats and inverter/variable-refrigerant flow (VRF) and mini-split HVAC units. The Aidoo Pro is an add-on that sits between the HVAC system and the Nest smart thermostat and serves as a conduit between HVAC systems and the Internet of Things (IoT) to preserve inverter/VRF features, benefits, and functionality while meeting user demand for smart controls, a press release from Airzone Control said.

The Aidoo Pro receives smart thermostat data, interprets it, and then sends the appropriate commands to the inverter/VRF or mini-split unit via system-specific, manufacturer-certified protocols, the press release said. The inverter/VRF system continues to function at a variable rate, preserving the superior comfort and efficiency of the system.

The Aidoo Pro has manufacturer-certified HVAC protocols from all leading brands, including Daikin, Fujitsu, Hitachi, LG, Mitsubishi Electric, and Panasonic, the press release said.

“Our integration with the Nest smart thermostats through Aidoo Pro represents an unprecedented leap forward for our industry,” said Antonio Mediato, founder and CEO of Airzone. “This brings together two of the industry’s fastest-growing sectors in a way that was previously thought impossible. With Nest as our valued partner, together we are setting a new standard for the industry and redefining what is possible in the world of HVAC and IoT.”