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HVAC & Equipment Ventilation Hoods/Heating Boilers/Unit Kitchens Related Video: Dyson fan A simple, air-filled latex balloon travels through carefully arranged groupings of Dyson fans in this mesmerizing video.
Humidity Sensing Fan/Light & Solar-Powered Attic Ventilator
Manufacturer: Broan-NuTone
Although it looks like a recessed light, this unit conceals a humidity-sensing switch that triggers a quiet, Energy-Star-qualified ventilation fan (left). The fans SensAire technology helps ensure moisture is automatically and effectively exhausted from the room and costs only $1 a year to operate. Also from Broan-NuTone is the Solar-Powered Attic Ventilator (right), which prevents costly heat buildup in the attic space. Solar powered, it requires no electricity or fuel, emits no pollution, and costs nothing to maintain. In addition, the ventilator qualifies for a federal tax credit of 30% of the total cost of the product and installation. full caption
Air Extractor with Wing Slats
Manufacturer: Bulthaup
Bulthaups residential air extractor features an aerodynamic shape, an energy-efficient recirculation system, and a T5 fluorescent lamp. Suspended from the ceiling from two steel cables, the extractor can be positioned above cooktops, dining tables, and kitchen islands. When the air-recirculation function is activated, the two side slats open up and draw air into the flue above. full caption
+ARTESIO
Manufacturer: Poggenpohl
The German architect Hadi Teheranis new +ARTESIO kitchen system includes cabinets, walls, floor, furnishings, and even a ceiling canopy that incorporates lighting, ventilation, and audio. Detailed with a stainless steel ribbon, the cabinetry and wall designs are based on a 5 incremental-height module that unifies fronts and sides for a seamless installation. full caption
PuraVida Mirror & 2nd Floor Vanity
Manufacturer: Duravit USA
The PuraVida mirrors (left) back wall is rounded at the corners and tapers so that only a small portion of the edge is visible from any angle. The cabinet features double-sided mirrored doors and a flush-mounted light that provides optimum illumination. Positioned at 90 degrees to the wall, the four-drawer 2nd Floor vanity unit (right) can be combined with one or two consoles or built-in washbasins with an illuminated shelf at the back. Outlets are in the wall yet remain hidden on the narrow side of the furniture. Designed by Sieger Designs, 2nd Floor comes in white high gloss with chrome fixtures, or rosewood, ebony, or bleached oak veneers. full caption
Residential Water Heater Family
Manufacturer: A.O. Smith
The Effex gas heaters air-intake system reduces energy costs up to 25%, while the Hybrid gas heater blends tankless and traditional heating methods, offering 90% thermal efficiency. The Voltex hybrid electric heaters pump technology makes it twice as efficient as standard models, while the collectors in the Cirrex Solar system are a fraction of the cost of PV panels. full caption
MacroVoltaic Fan
Manufacturer: MacroAir Technologies
The MacroVoltaic solar high-volume, low-speed industrial fan is designed to generate a column of air that flows down to the ground and outward 360 degrees. The fan consumes approximately 400 watts of power and can be used in off-the-grid applications that call for a completely solar air-cooling system. full caption
AM01 Air Multiplier
Manufacturer: Dyson
Using an energy-efficient, brushless motor, Dysons grille- and blade-free fan draws air into the machines base and then forces it up into the loop amplifier and accelerates it through the annular aperture, creating a jet of air that hugs the airfoil-shaped ramp. As it exits the amplifier, the jet pulls air from the front, back, and sides of the fan into the air stream, amplifying it 15 times. full caption
Radiant Rollout Mat
Manufacturer: Uponor
This method of heating should be used more in the States, said one juror of the Radiant Rollout Mats custom-designed, prefabricated, prepressurized network of PEX-a tubing. The system allows for faster, more consistent installations for commercial radiant heating and cooling applications, and saves up to 85% in installation time. Safe for burial in slabs. full caption