Articles Tagged with ''smart controls''

smart rooftop unit

Connected RTUs Take the Next Step

Smart rooftop units can monitor, adjust, detect, and diagnose indoor environmental conditions
Joanna 2017
Joanna R. Turpin
October 2, 2017
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Often considered to be an affordable, reliable heating and/or cooling system for a variety of commercial buildings, the standard rooftop unit used to come with a basic thermostat that is limited to turning the system on or off. The advent of new controls has changed all of that by allowing rooftops to monitor operation, analyze conditions, and make real-time decisions that can optimize performance.
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Marchese

Understanding Electronic Controls a Key to Successful Service

The saying ‘knowledge is power’ holds very true for refrigeration technicians
Joe Marchese
March 6, 2017
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Not understanding how some electronic controls operate and control a system can lead to misdiagnosing a system problem and costly repairs. It is best never to assume, but rather take the time to do some research and find out exactly how they operate. Guessing is rarely good and generally will lead to a misdiagnosis and cause a tech to replace the wrong part or component.
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Ryan Teschner

New Furnaces Are Smart, Efficient

Systems now designed to provide optimal comfort
Joanna 2017
Joanna R. Turpin
February 27, 2017
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With energy prices due to rise, customers are looking for high-efficiency furnaces that will reduce their energy bills while still providing optimal comfort. They also want smart, user-friendly controls that will allow them to monitor and adjust their systems whenever and wherever they want.
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CSR Now Brings Bluetooth Smart Connectivity to HVAC

Latest release enables wider range of smart home solutions
September 22, 2015
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CSR plc has announced the latest version of its Bluetooth® Smart solution for the smart home, CSRmesh® Home Automation. This release makes it possible for developers to deliver a wider range of home automation solutions including control of HVAC, door locks, and window sensors.


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COMFORT CENTRAL: This Atlanta homeowner had a complete Rheem EcoNet system installed in order to control the gas furnace and water heater.

OEMs are In Control

Smart options are available for high-end equipment
Joanna 2017
Joanna R. Turpin
June 22, 2015
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OEMs are offering their own smart energy management systems that they say satisfy this demand by offering the ultimate in convenience, comfort, and energy savings.


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Trane: Home Automation Control

Trane: Home Automation Control

January 25, 2015
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Trane’s ComfortLink™ II XL850 Smart Control with built-in home automation bridge can connect an entire home to more than 200 Z-Wave products, including door locks, lighting, security devices, garage doors and more.


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