Honeywell Adaptive Intelligent Recovery

Programmable thermostats can provide energy savings by automatically reducing temperature settings overnight and during unoccupied periods. They function most effectively in heating systems with rapid heat-up and cool-down times, such as forced-air systems. In-floor hydronic radiant heat systems present a particularly difficult challenge for programmable thermostats. Such systems take a long time to heat up, and can even overheat the space as temperatures continue to rise after the set point has been reached and the system turns off.

Honeywell’s Adaptive Intelligent Recovery thermostat feature can help solve these problems. VisionPRO 8000, FocusPRO 6000, PRO 4000, and BasicPRO 2000 programmable thermostats all have this feature, which determines the length of time it takes for systems to achieve set point temperatures. They start systems early enough for them to reach their settings by the scheduled time, without overshooting the temperature. Find these thermostats and other Honeywell products on SupplyHouse.com.

hePEX: Now NSF Approved

Oxygen barrier PEX tubing is generally used in closed-loop heating systems to prevent oxygen diffusion and corrosion of ferrous metal components. Most brands of oxygen barrier PEX are not code-approved for use with potable water.

Now, all Uponor hePEX oxygen barrier pipe meets the necessary NSF codes for domestic water systems. Use extra hePEX tubing from a heating job on your next plumbing project, or buy hePEX coils to meet all your needs. Current hePEX tubing carries cNSFus pw-rfh ASTM F876/877 and PEX 5006 ratings stamped on the tubing. Older hePEX was manufactured using the same formula and would be safe in potable systems. Visit SupplyHouse.com for more Uponor products and PEX tubing.

Nest Wifi Learning Thermostat

Heating and cooling account for approximately 50% of a home’s yearly energy usage. The Nest Programmable Learning Thermostat adds efficiency right at the control for these systems, combining the best features of traditional thermostats with new technology. Its round body makes it easy to adjust settings by turning the dial right or left, and a color screen automatically adjusts brightness levels based on the amount of light in the house.

Initially, the Nest thermostat operates like a standard, non-programmable thermostat. Occupants change the temperature as they normally would, perhaps turning the heat up when they wake up and turning it down when they leave for work. Within a week, the Nest thermostat learns these habits and creates a customized program schedule to maximize comfort and efficiency. As an added bonus, Nest thermostats can be controlled remotely –- online and through the Nest mobile app, which each provide energy usage reports.

The Nest thermostat is rated at 24 volts and includes a lithium-ion battery, meaning that no common wire is needed in most applications. Occupancy sensors, an “away” mode, auto-changeover, system match capability, and a five-year warranty further enhance operation. Find the Nest thermostat at SupplyHouse.com.

Burnham Alpine Boilers

Burnham’s Alpine Series of condensing gas boilers offers Energy Star-rated 96% efficiency. Featuring a high-grade stainless steel heat exchanger and an included PVC vent kit, Alpine models work with natural or LP gas. Most Alpine boilers can be wall-mounted or floor-mounted.

The built-in Sage 2.1 control provides a touchscreen display, outdoor reset control, warm weather shutdown, domestic water priority, multiple circulator connections, and the ability to link up to eight boilers. Diagnostic assistance and over a hundred help screens aid troubleshooting. Visit SupplyHouse.com today to browse our selection of Burnham boilers and watch our video on the Alpine.