Articles Tagged with ''heat pumps''

Whether building a new house or retrofitting an existing one, homeowners have numerous options to choose from when it comes to HVAC equipment. 

The Halcyon light commercial multi-zone heat pump line has expanded and now offers 56,259 combinations to achieve greater mix-and-match flexibility. 

The patented Mitsubishi Electric heat transfer capabilities allow the Hyper-Heating (H2i®) M-Series system to operate at 100 percent heating capacity at +5° Fahrenheit outdoor ambient. It has a SEER rating of 30.5. 

The Samsung Whisper Heat Pump Mini Split is designed to deliver comfort and efficiency using what the company calls its Triangle body design. 

The ECOi EX Series VRF heat pumps are a two-way conditioning solution for large-capacity jobs. 

Daniel Ellis, president of geothermal and water-source heat pump manufacturer ClimateMaster, was presented with the Rittinger Medal at the 11th International Energy Agency (IEA) Heat Pump Conference in Montreal.

Manufacturers had a lot to like about last year. According to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), shipments of equipment increased in just about every category in 2013. Especially notable were shipments of air-source heat pumps, which were up 16 percent over 2012.

Sales of air-source heat pumps used to be concentrated primarily in the Southern U.S., but that is changing as consumers become more aware of their energy-saving capabilities. In fact, in many markets, it may be more cost-effective to use an air-source heat pump for the majority of a homeowner’s heating and cooling needs.

The energy-efficiency ratings of residential air-source heat pumps have risen dramatically over the last few years, with many manufacturers now offering equipment well exceeding the 20-SEER mark. There have been significant gains made in commercial heat pump efficiencies as well.

It’s time again for the Commercial Cooling Showcase. The NEWS’ annual issue has traditionally introduced the latest air conditioning units available for the upcoming summer season. The intent is to help contractors prepare for this busy period by doing the research that will help them distinguish between brands.