The Google Nest thermostat supports up to three heating/two cooling stages (conventional), and two heating/cooling stages with auxiliary heat (heat pumps). Nest learns temperature preferences to create a schedule and has an on-board occupancy sensor. Its Rush Hour Rewards program enables participation in utility demand response. Nest connects through Wi-Fi.
- On-board motion (occupancy) sensor and outdoor temperature through Internet weather
- Pairs with other systems (cameras etc)
The Pelican thermostat supports up to two stages of heating and cooling for both conventional systems and heat pumps. The mobile and web interface allow grouping of zones; monitoring HVAC operation provides alerts and notifications. The Pelican has optional on-board CO2 sensors. The thermostat communicates through a proprietary wireless network.
- On-board Carbon Dioxide sensors
- Option for humidity, economizer control
The Pivot smart thermostat by Trane has mobile app to control multiple buildings and set events. The thermostat can be connected via Ethernet or WiFi.
- Remote indoor/outdoor temperature sensors (or use Internet weather)
- Option for humidifier, UV, ventilation/economizer control
- Contractor portal for remote diagnostics
The Ecobee supports up to two stages of heating and cooling for conventional systems and heat pumps. Ecobee has optional air quality monitoring, remote occupancy/temperature sensors, and HVAC accessory (ventilator, HRV). Ecobee works with demand response programs and communicates via Wi-Fi. The thermostat provides alerts for freeze protection.
- On-board radar occupancy, VOC/CO2; remote wireless occupancy/temperature sensors
- Pairs with other systems (cameras etc); option for door/window sensors
The NT thermostat supports up to two stages for heating and cooling (conventional) and up to 3 stages of heating/2 cooling for heat pumps. NT can support carbon dioxide sensing. The thermostat provides 19 alerts (such as hi/lo temperature alerts). BACnet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP over WiFi.
- Optional Carbon Dioxide sensor; remote sensors (including occupancy)
- Auxiliary system sensors (door/windows, freezer, SAT) and option for humidity control
- Operation even during network outages
The Honeywell Home advanced thermostat boasts flexible scheduling: no schedule, time-based schedule, the ability to control based on occupancy (through location geo-fencing, or with additional sensors and an active-priority occupancy algorithm). The thermostat uses WiFi and has a mobile app.
- Remote sensors (including occupancy) and outdoor temperature through Internet weather
The Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation System solution consists of the Launcher/System Configuration Tool control software and a range of building controllers, general controllers and application specific controllers. This programable system integrates with HVAC and other building systems using a combination of open communication protocols and proprietary protocols.
- BACnet (IP & MS/TP) and N2 communication options between SNC-25151 building controller and lower-level controllers
- REST Application Programming Interface (API)
- Cyber security features include FIPS 140-2 and BACnet Secure Connect for data encryption
- I/O ports built-in-to SNC25151building controller with optional I/O expansion modules
- Manufacturer direct procurement, installation, commissioning, training, checkout and service contract
High efficiency induction motor.
- High efficiency at full speed
- Compatible with more types of VFDs
- Built for heavy duty applications
Patented switched reluctance motor and drive.
- Proprietary motor/drive combination
- Good efficiency at lower loads
- More noise than traditional motors
Hybrid synchronous reluctance and permanent magnet motor. Check with your drive manufacturer for compatibility. ABB brand drive recommended.
- Highly efficient at all loads
- ABB branded variable-frequency drive (VFD) recommended (ACH580 or equivalent)
- Integrated motor/drive combination available
High efficiency induction motor.
- Low noise
- High efficiency at full speed
- Compatible with more types of VFDs
High efficiency permanent magnet (PM) motor compatible with appropriate variable-frequency drives (VFD).
- Low noise
- Good efficiency at lower loads
- Compatible with more types of variable-frequency drives (VFD)
The BERT 110 X Smart Plug allows users to manage power to appliances and equipment in the facility from a dedicated Bert Brain 1000 application software. It can connect to an organization’s Wi-Fi network to form a plug load control system. The application software provides users the ability to toggle the power supply to the smart plug outlet remotely, create and assign schedules to an individual or a group of smart plugs, and trend the smart plug energy consumption and estimated energy savings.
- Connected through organization's 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network
- Programmable schedules for recurring on/off operations
- Provides hourly, daily, weekly, monthly energy usage information and hourly energy usage export for any specified time period
- Device management and control through a computer application software
- BACnet and REST web service API integration options available
Small USB desk fan
- Convenient and effective - a staff favorite.
USB desk fan
- On the large side for a desk fan, but that means it moves more air.
Heated and cooled seat cushion
- Better at heating than cooling, but not energy efficient.
Desk fan with evaporative cooling
- Very effective if you don't mind the size.
Wearable neck fan
- Interesting concept, but a bit awkward to use.
Small USB clip-on fan
- Clip feature works well for many installations.
The Saint-Gobain Solar Gard Ecolux 70 is a low-emissivity spectrally selective film. Its low-emissivity properties improve thermal insulation and its spectrally selective properties provide a high degree of solar control, with minimal impact on daylight transmission and views. This film has a very high light to heat ratio.
- Minimal impact on views due to high visible light transmission
- Spectral selectivity provides a high (greater than 1) light/heat ratio
- Rejects more than 50% of solar heat
- Low-emissivity properties provide moderate reduction in winter heat losses