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Blue Thermostat Features Logical Installer Setup Menu

The 90 Series Blue touchscreen thermostat from White-Rodgers delivers advanced features, including: simple and logical installer menu setup; programming and operation with audio confirmation; temporary vacation overrides; filter-change reminders; temperature accuracy within +/- one degree; and improved security features. Advanced technology, intuitive operation, and temperature accuracy keep customers comfortable and protects HVAC systems. With the industry's largest touchscreen (12 sq.in.) and temperature readout, colorcoded temperature keys, and extra-large touch keys, the 90 Series is designed to help contractors be successful during the 13 SEER transition. — White-Rodgers


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Find Products, News Fast, With New Online HVAC Directory

HVACwebconnection.com is a new online HVAC information site catering to the online needs of industry professionals. Find exactly what you're looking for without having to sift through pages of irrelevant search results. A comprehensive directory empowers industry professionals to find anything they need for their HVAC business from products, software, associations, engineering services, and marketing services to training schools. Includes industry news, new products, and a calendar of events. Call 508/743-027; or visit www.hvacwebconnection.com. — HVAC webconnection.com


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Man, What a Manifold!

The Uniweld brass manifold is a user-friendly, accurate, and reliable tool that air-conditioning and automotive technicians have relied on for years. Built with a forged brass body and metal (not plastic) hand wheels, this manifold has extended valve stems providing ample knuckle clearance. New, color-coded gauge boots provide added protection against bumps and drops. Easy access, 45 degree front hose holders, a quick action valve assembly, and Soft Magic ® hoses are additional technician-friendly features. Now packaged in high visibility clamshell packaging. Uniweld Products, Inc., 2850 Ravenswood Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. Call 800/323-2111; visit www.uniweld.com; or send an email inquiry to info@uniweld.com. — Uniweld


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New Leak Detection Kit

The OPK-100BEZ/E Kit contains everything needed to locate all refrigerant leaks in larger air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. It includes the super-high intensity Optimax cordless, rechargeable leak detection flashlight, the patented BigEZ dye injector, and a 4-oz. cartridge of polyolester, universal dye that treats up to 400 lbs. of refrigerant or 16-gal of lubricant. The kit also includes a battery charger, a bottle of Glo-Away dye cleaner, fluorescence-enhancing glasses, and a rugged carrying case. Visit www.spectroline.com. — Spectronics Corporation


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Replace Old, Multi-Zone Units in Hours, Not Days!

The ThyCurb Multi-Zone Retro-Mate ® is custom-made to adapt the existing curb and zoning to the new rooftop units. It saves time and costly roof reconstruction, preserves roofing integrity, reduces system downtime, and takes advantage of existing duct work and zones. Our extensive library of new and old rooftop specifications lets us design a matching Multi-Zone Retro-Mate without expensive fieldwork. Reduced engineering and construction time lets you bid more competitively. Direct inquiries to www.thybar.com. Thybar Corporation, 913 S. Kay St., Addison, IL 60101. Call 800/666-CURB, or fax 630/543-5309. You may also email johnb@thybar.com. Thybar Corporation


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Stand-alone, Web-enabled Thermostat with IP

Proliphix Professional Series Thermostats (NT100, NT120) are the first stand-alone webenabled thermostats to emerge in the marketplace. One-piece design takes advantage of ethernet and internet protocol within businesses and homes. Use ethernet and IP natively. Accessible with standard web browsers, embedded web server with advanced IP networking technology, and a browser-based graphical user interface (GUI). Remote button lockout and support single/dual stage heat/cool. NT120 models support two remote temperature sensors. Proliphix, Inc., 66 Tadmuck Road, Suite #1, Westford, MA 01886. Call 978/692-3375; toll free: 866/IP-LIVING; or visit www.proliphix.com — Proliphix


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Superheat and Subcooling Heads

With the new ASX14 and ASX24 Accessory Heads, the tech can read superheat directly and easily. No math. No charts. No need to write anything down. No more excuses. The ASX14 measures Superheat and Subcooling for A/C (R-22 and R-410A). The ASX24 measures Superheat and Subcooling for Refrigeration (R-134A and R-404A). The accessory heads come with the ATC1 pipe clamp thermocouple that is specifically designed to make taking suction (or liquid) line temperatures easy. Also added is a "STABLE" LED indicator, to show the user when the reading has stabilized. Visit www.fieldpiece.com, or call 714/257-9060. — Fieldpiece Instruments


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True Commercial Tankless Water Heater

For more than 50 years, Noritz has been the world's #1 manufacturer of tankless technology. Noritz has the only true commercial tankless water heater. Noritz commercial tankless water heaters are the only tankless water heaters accreditated by ASME, with the National Board, and certified in accordance with the H, HLW, and NB stamps, a first in the tankless water heater category. All Noritz tankless water heaters are certified by NSF for commercial applications. Noritz has everything needed for most hot water applications, including a full line of commercial and residential tankless heaters (with the industry's highest capacity model), and a complete line of stainless steel venting and service valves. Visit www.noritz.com/cbiz Noritz America Corporation


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AQB Series Mini-Splits Efficient up to 20 SEER

The Samsung AQB series Inverter drive Heat Pump High Wall Ductless Mini Splits are extremely energy efficient and user friendly. Four units, with nominal capacities from 9,000 to 24,000 Btu/h cooling and heating are available, with SEER ratings of up to 20, and HSPF levels of up to 10. The inverter drive compressor allows the system capacity to vary depending on the room load, for improved SEER levels and precise temperature control of the space. For more information, visit www.quietside.com — Samsung Quietside


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Patented Duct Cleaning System Power Brushes and Vacuums

The new Rotobrush aiR+ is the most effective portable air duct cleaning equipment available. The aiR+ is one-man operated, and a typical job takes less than a couple of hours. The unique modular design allows access to difficult locations including attics and crawlspaces, and the Rotobrush's patented technology is the only one that power brushes and vacuums inside the ductwork at the same time. The aiR+ fits easily on your existing vehicle with room to spare, so it is always ready to make you money. For more information contact: Rotobrush International, 801 Hanover Drive, Suite 700, Grapevine, TX 76051; 800/535-3878; www.rotobrush.com — Rotobrush International


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Stand-alone, Web-enabled Thermostat with IP

Proliphix Professional Series Thermostats (NT100, NT120) are the first stand-alone web-enabled thermostats to emerge in the marketplace. Their one-piece design takes advantage of ethernet and internet protocol (IP) within businesses and homes, and use ethernet and IP natively. The thermostats are accessible with standard web browsers, embedded web server with advanced IP networking technology, and a browser-based graphical user interface (GUI). Remote button lockout and support single/dual stage heat/cool. NT120 models support two remote temperature sensors. Proliphix, Inc., 66 Tadmuck Road, Suite #1, Westford, MA 01886. Call 978/692-3375; toll free: 866/IP-LIVING; or visit www.proliphix.com — Proliphix


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True Commercial Tankless Water Heater

For more than 50 years, Noritz has been the world's #1 manufacturer of tankless technology. Noritz has the only true commercial tankless water heater. Noritz commercial tankless water heaters are the only tankless water heaters accreditated by ASME, with the National Board, and certified in accordance with the H, HLW, and NB stamps, a first in the tankless water heater category. All Noritz tankless water heaters are certified by NSF for commercial applications. Noritz has everything needed for most hot water applications, including a full line of commercial and residential tankless heaters (with the industry's highest capacity model), and a complete line of stainless steel venting and service valves. Visit www.noritz.com/cbiz Noritz America Corporation


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New Online HVAC Community: HVAC-Talk.com

HVAC-Talk.com is a vibrant, active online community that connects HVAC professionals with a focus on the contracting marketplace. Visitors use HVAC-Talk.com to network, socialize, gather market information, and pose real-world HVAC-related questions to other industry professionals. Visit HVACTalk.com today, for discussion, and information on products and services.
— Contracting Business


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