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NEMA Releases Guide to Understanding Smoke Control Systems

Provides an understanding of the purpose and general operational requirements for smoke control systems

June 26, 2015

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published NEMA SB 20-2015, Guide to Understanding Smoke Control Systems. This is a new standard that was developed by the NEMA Fire, Life Safety, Security, and Emergency Communications Section.

April 9, 2015: RTI Creates Two-Way Communications Driver for VRV/VRF and Split HVAC Systems

The Solution Offers Control of Up to 256 Thermostats

April 9, 2015

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Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) announced that the company has created a two-way driver for Cool Automation’s CoolMasterNet and CooLinkNet universal HVAC bridges. The new control solution allows integration and communication with major HVAC systems based on VRV/VRF inverter technologies.

Feb. 26, 2015: Johnson Controls, University of Wisconsin to Reduce Commercial HVAC Costs

The Project Is Being Tested at Various Sites

February 26, 2015

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A research group led by Jim Rawlings, the Paul A. Elfers professor, and W. Harmon Ray, professor of chemical and biological engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, has partnered with Johnson Controls to develop better HVAC control systems for large commercial buildings.

Triatek Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary at AHR Event

January 26, 2015

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Triatek celebrated 30 years in business Monday evening at McCormick & Schmick’s in downtown Chicago. The event, which featured drinks and hors d’oeuvres, was held as a thank-you to Triatek’s customers and representatives.

May 26, 2014: Vigilent Broadens Cooling Control from Data Centers to Full Building

Single-System Control Generates Energy Savings in Mixed-Use Buildings

May 26, 2014

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Vigilent® has announced that its Dynamic Cooling Management® system now provides consolidated HVAC system control to buildings that house changing configurations of data centers, technical, administrative, and central offices.

Aprilaire: Residential Two-Part Control System

March 18, 2013

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It provides contractors with a simple-to-install and easy-to-operate control center for all IAQ products.

Webster Engineering: Burner Control System

December 30, 2012

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Webster has received a patent on its burner trim system. Trademarked TEMP A TRIM, this control system monitors burner combustion air temperature and adjusts the blower motor speed to maintain the density of the air entering the burner.

ASHRAE Guides Smoke Control

October 22, 2012

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ASHRAE has added to its suite of commissioning guidance to ensure buildings and systems operate as intended with a new guideline on commissioning for smoke control systems.

Oct. 10, 2012: New ASHRAE Guideline Covers Smoke Control System Commissioning

October 10, 2012

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The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) announced it has added to its commissioning guidance with a new guideline on commissioning for smoke control systems.

Oct. 1, 2012: Intelligent HVAC Controls Market Shows Resiliency, Says Report

October 1, 2012

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The global intelligent HVAC control systems market has been resilient and is growing in the face of an extended period of economic weakness, and the market is currently in the middle of a paradigm shift, according to a new ARC Advisory Group study.