https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2014-hvac en-us http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/18010 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/18010-new-hvac-products-for-winter-2026 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17914 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:01:39 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17914-best-building-systems-and-materials-of-2025 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17851 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17851-new-building-systems-and-components-for-fall-2025 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17365 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:59:28 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17365-new-hvac-products-for-winter-2025 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16999 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16999-new-hvac-products-for-summer-2024 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16375 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16375-get-smart-new-hvac-products-for-summer-2023 Architectural Record's annual competition presents the best new systems management tools of the year.]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15969 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:10:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15969-best-building-systems-and-hvac-of-2022 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15757 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15757-new-hvac-products-for-summer-2022 Architectural Record presents the top HVAC, safety solutions, and flooring of the year.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15416 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:08:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15416-best-building-systems-flooring-of-2021 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15220 Tue, 06 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15220-hvac-products-for-summer-2021 Architectural Record presents the best HVAC, conveyance, and daylighting products of the year.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14897 Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:12:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14897-best-building-systems-components-of-2020 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14833 Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14833-new-roofing-products-for-fall-2020 http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14798 Mon, 07 Sep 2020 00:04:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14798-hvac-products-for-summer-2020 Architectural Record presents the best building devices, HVAC systems, and other special equipment of 2019.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14383 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14383-best-building-systems-components-products-of-2019 BLK2GO A handheld wireless imaging laser scanner by Leica Geosystems lets users document a space in 3-D as they walk through it. The 1.7-pound device houses a 12 megapixel detail camera and three panoramic cameras that capture a room’s imagery and dimensions. This data can then be used to generate CAD models. BLK2GO uses a rechargeable battery, stores six hours of scans, and has a USB port for data transfers. blk2go.com Cylent Assurance Clip This 2" x 2¾" steel and rubber clip was developed to improve sound ratings of floors, walls, and ceilings when attached to standard resilient channels within the interstitial spaces that isolate the drywall and subflooring from the studwork. keenebuilding.com SmokeShield Elevator Door Developed for multifloor buildings, this smoke-containment system mitigates the vertical migration of smoke and gasses through elevator shafts, which can act like chimneys during a fire by drawing smoke to upper floors. When deployed, SmokeShield seals the shaft with a high-temperature transparent film curtain, constrained by extruded aluminum guides around the door. This protects occupants from smoke inhalation so they are able to evacuate. cornellcookson.com SLZ-KF Four-Way Ceiling Cassette This HVAC unit features a slimmer design than previous models, which eases installation, and it’s more discreet. It measures roughly 23" square and is installed flush with a ceiling, then painted to blend into it. Adding the company’s optional 3D i-see Sensor to calculate room occupancy boosts the unit’s potential energy savings. metahvac.com ProPEX Copper Press Adapters This innovative adapter eliminates a step for plumbing professionals who build PEX-to-copper tubing connections. Designed to enable easier, faster transitions, the lead-free brass adapters (ranging in size from ½" to 3") secure connections without the need for soldering, which can reduce project timelines by 71%. uponorpro.com The best systems for managing indoor environments let clients personalize multiple factors at once.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14247 Mon, 09 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14247-new-systems-for-managing-indoor-environments MVR-SC Controller To improve its solutions for preventing refrigerant leaks in air-conditioning and heat-pump systems, manufacturer Bacharach engineered a controller that centralizes alerts of multiple detectors in one unit. The system, MVR-SC, continuously monitors up to 100 devices, keeps a log of the 100 most recent events, such as alarms, faults, and lost connections, and sounds an alert if individual units become disconnected from the network. mybacharach.com Omni Awair, an indoor air-quality monitoring system, which tracks VOCs said to trigger headaches, asthma, and eczema, has been updated with sensors that detect changes in light and noise. The additional data collected on noise decibels, room temperature, and the quality of light enable managers to control factors believed to affect building occupants’ health and productivity and earned Omni a certification from RESET, a third-party issuer of healthy-building standards. awair.com Utility LAN Solution To help building managers supervise the increasingly broad range of devices being added to local area networks (LAN), two tech companies partnered with Cree Lighting on updates of its SmartCast Intelligence Platform of controls, sensors, and data collecting. The Cree network now features Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) switch technology from Transition Networks, and high-quality cables and connectivity by Berk-Tek. Both updates enable convenient integration of existing building-management functions such as HVAC control and fire detection, and the addition of new systems. berktek.com ThermaSol Digital Shower A new interface integrates control of ThermaSol’s lighting and audio features with those of its shower fittings. Installing ThermaSol Digital Shower and ThermaTouch LCD (in a 7" or 10" screen) provides access to a menu of audio and lighting modes and 20 apps that stream content. SignaTouch, a 5" LCD, works with the interface to activate chromatherapy in the Serenity Light and Sound Rainhead, and SteamVection steamheads can be programmed to emit steam at a uniform floor-to-ceiling temperature. thermasol.com City Multi N-Generation Engineered for more efficient heating and cooling than earlier models, the City Multi N-Generation outdoor unit by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC features a 30% smaller housing; updated designs for its heat exchanger, compressor, and fan; the capability to connect 11 subcontrollers, and easy access to five days’ worth of operational data for maintenance and troubleshooting. nextgenvrf.com In the building systems and components category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include controls, HVAC systems, devices, and special equipment.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13787 Mon, 03 Dec 2018 08:55:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13787-best-building-systems-components-of-2018 Solar Canopy Designed in collaboration with SITU Studio, the adaptable Solar Canopy resolves the code constraints limiting solar-power-generating installations on flat roofs. Meanwhile, its sheltering design encourages use of rooftop space. The UL-listed aluminum truss-and-leg-frame can be raised to a height of 14', span a maximum 26', work on the ground, and be powder-coated in any color. brooklynsolarcanopy.com PowerHUBB The accessible plug-and-play nature of a power-over-ethernet (PoE) lighting- and building-control platform from Hubble Control Solutions makes it user-and budget-friendly. PowerHubb sensors and user interfaces, which work with the company’s luminaires, can be reconfigured easily with software. Hubbell.com Leviton Load Center A so-called “plug-on” design for circuit breakers in Leviton’s Load Center is among the features that mark it as innovative. Circuit breakers also use the company’s reset lockout technology for enhanced safety, and LEDs to make it easier to identify trip conditions. Branch wires also terminate at custom lugs in the panel for neater wiring. leviton.com Art Cool Mirror VRF Indoor Unit Users operate LG’s 34" x 8" x 12" Wi-Fi–enabled cooling/heating unit with a smartphone and the LG SmartThinQ app, or with voice control using Alexa and Google Assistant. Convenient for multifamily and hotel applications, it is compatible with the company’s full range of VRF outdoor units. lghvac.com Electricity A collection of switchplates and outlets by architect-owned lighting and hardware company Buster + Punch is noteworthy because of its uncharacteristically “hip” design. The high-quality brass, aluminum, and marine-grade steel on Electricity’s dimmers, switches, and wall plates add style to these functional elements. The line is available in sets or individually, and is EL-tested for use in North America. busterandpunch.us Fireline 140 Fire Barrier Expansion Joint System Builders can expect the same fire protection from Fireline 140 as they’d get from Inpro’s larger original model, without fire caulk or additional hardware. The updated smaller filler fits expansion joints ranging from 2" to 4" and can accommodate up to 50% movement. inprocorp.com Architectural Record's annual contest spotlights the top new devices, controls, special equipment, and HVAC products.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13143 Mon, 04 Dec 2017 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13143-record-products-2017-best-building-systems-components Climate Control Zoning System II Building on its original product, Uponor’s updated wireless system features new technology that calculates how much energy is required to adequately heat a room with a hydronic radiant-floor system. This results in faster reaction times and greater energy savings compared with similar heated-floor systems. The package includes a base unit, expansion module, and digital or dial thermostat. uponor-usa.com Ecodrain V1000 The V1000 vertical drain system essentially recaptures heat from outbound water to preheat the incoming cold water, reducing the amount of energy a home uses in the process. Constructed of standard copper tubing, it uses a turbulator that changes the way water flows and increases the heating rate to boost efficiency while maintaining water pressure. It comes in two diameters and several lengths. ecodrain.com Schindler InTruss Escalator Modernization This latest version of Schindler Elevator’s 9300AE Escalator Replacement system makes shiny options—including new LED lighting, steps, decking, skirts, newel end caps, handrails, and powder-coated balustrades—possible to install without replacing the existing truss, regardless of its original manufacturer. schindler.com 1712-Record-Products-Building-Systems-Components-04.jpg Flex-Wall Flood Barrier Systems Extreme weather makes this point-of-use barrier a wise investment for many buildings. The flood-mitigation wall by SmartVent + ILC Dover, of layered Kevlar and other flexible materials, is built to deploy vertically or from the side to protect small areas and entire building perimeters. Other components are ground anchors, trench covers, and attaching posts. dryfloodproofing.com New high-tech HVAC products from Grundfos, Friedrich, AkitaBox, and LG.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/12999 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/12999-october-2017-product-briefs-hvac ALPHA1 Constant Pressure Pump Grundfos’s new pump amps up hydronic heating and hot-water-recirculation flow rates, while requiring extremely low energy consumption compared with earlier single and three-speed models. Made and assembled in California, the Alpha1 boasts the highest torque possible, a powerful start, three constant pressure modes operated by a single push-button control, and an easy-toread LED display showing the gallons-per-minute flow and watt-hours consumption. us.grundfos.com VRP HVAC System Exceptional energy efficiency and improved indoor air quality are hallmarks of Friedrich’s new Variable Refrigerant Packaged (VRP) HVAC system. The system has a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of up to 20 and heating seasonal performance factor as high as 13. Meanwhile, the company’s FreshAire system brings in as many as 70 CFMs of conditioned, MERV 8–filtered outside air. Combined with the VRP units’ compact, all-in-one design, the high performance makes it suitable for hospitality and multifamily applications. friedrich.com AkitaBox Drone-assisted building inspections are a new additional source of data that building-management software company AkitaBox is offering clients. Along with faster and safer information gathering on the condition of building envelopes, the company is testing thermal imaging (produced by drones from developer PrecisionHawk) as a way to detect HVAC issues such as leaks. The two companies have teamed up to start incorporating such data into AkitaBox’s reports. AkitaBox.com AkitaBox Drone-assisted building inspections are a new additional source of data that building-management software company AkitaBox is offering clients. Along with faster and safer information gathering on the condition of building envelopes, the company is testing thermal imaging (produced by drones from developer PrecisionHawk) as a way to detect HVAC issues such as leaks. The two companies have teamed up to start incorporating such data into AkitaBox’s reports. AkitaBox.com LG MultiSite Control Suite LG’s suite of air-conditioning products is a one-stop solution for managing energy efficiency across sites. The company’s MultiSite Remote Controller provides a touch screen to centralize monitoring of indoor environments; it uses sensors to determine such factors as occupancy and humidity for efficiency readings. Meanwhile, a Communications Manager integrates MultiSite Control with a building’s existing system. The company’s VM3 building-management solution enables architects to tailor the programming of the entire suite of products to specific needs. lghvac.com LG MultiSite Control Suite LG’s suite of air-conditioning products is a one-stop solution for managing energy efficiency across sites. The company’s MultiSite Remote Controller provides a touch screen to centralize monitoring of indoor environments; it uses sensors to determine such factors as occupancy and humidity for efficiency readings. Meanwhile, a Communications Manager integrates MultiSite Control with a building’s existing system. The company’s VM3 building-management solution enables architects to tailor the programming of the entire suite of products to specific needs. lghvac.com The best new products for cooling, heating, plumbing, and ventilation.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/12058 Thu, 01 Dec 2016 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/12058-record-products-2016-hvac Best in Category: Art Cool Gallery for VRF LG’s Multi V line of outdoor variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems now comes with the company’s Art Cool option, whereby users can personalize a unit by mounting a framed picture over its opening. Behind the artwork, the 33-pound VRF machines feature motorized oscillating guide vanes, airflow from three directions, and 11 cooling and heating settings. lghvac.com Artisan Collection Adding aesthetics to airflow, these fans feature a choice of seven artworks either hand-drawn or screen-printed onto their aluminum airfoils. Temp-erature and motion sensors improve the fans’ energy efficiency, while embedded Wi-Fi chips allow them to be controlled via smartphone or Internet of Things hubs such as Amazon’s Echo. Custom patterns and an LED light are also options. haikuhome.com Q Series Fan Suitable for up to 50' ceilings, this destratification fan has a motor-mount system that provides an exceptionally large space for air to enter. This increased room reduces the amount of noise created upon air intake, making the 23" high by 15¼" wide device quiet to operate. The unit also features an energy-efficient EC motor. airiusfans.com RLM Small Systems UV Lamp Kit This remote lamp-mount kit utilizes ultraviolet energy to destroy microbial growth in fan coil units and heat-pump systems. It includes a CU2 sensor for local or remote lamp/ballast monitoring and a 120-volt–277-volt input power supply. Sizes range from 12" to 33", with the single-ended T5 diameter lamp offering 8,760 hours of lamp life. uvresources.com 1612-Record-Products-HVAC-05.jpg Editor's Choice: Scala2 Suitable for residential buildings with up to three floors and eight taps, Grundfos’s self-priming pump boosts water pressure from city mains, shallow wells, and storage tanks. A sensor within the machine compares the measured and desired pressures and adjusts the pump’s speed accordingly; a control panel on the Scala2 allows users to communicate with the sensor and onboard frequency converter. "Thanks to its pump-control sensor and variable speed, the Scala2 adapts to demand." —Juror Taylor Aikin us.grundfos.com taraskaj@bnpmedia.com (Julie Taraska) New products from Airolite, Carrier, Noritz, Grundfos, and Uponor.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11914 Sat, 01 Oct 2016 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11914-october-2016-product-briefs-hvac 1610-Products-Hvac-Air-Supply-01.jpg SCC901 Louver Providing for high-volume intake and exhaust ventilation, this storm-class louver protects against water penetration. The extruded-aluminum unit incorporates a horizontal-blade front module and vertical-blade rear module that suit a range of configurations. The SCC901 is also AMCA 540 and 550-listed for Wind Borne Debris and High Velocity Wind Driven rain. airolite.com Ductless Performance Series These enhanced versions of Carrier’s ductless multizone heat pumps offer superior energy efficiency: models have a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) of up to 23.8 and heating seasonal performance factor up to 10.5. The units also function during temperature extremes, providing heat for climates as cold as -22ºF and cooling for days as hot as 122ºF. carrier.com Prefabricated Water Heater Systems These preset packages bundle Noritz America’s commercial-grade, Energy Star–certified NCC199 tankless units with the corresponding system controllers, manifolds, and components. All 36 rack options come fully assembled, with the installer needing only to connect the water and gas lines, build the vent runs, and set up the prewired controller. noritz.com UPZC Series Grundfos’s non-networked controls direct circulator and boiler functions in residential hydronic heating systems. Available in side-mount and forward-facing models, they connect to standard thermostats, operate from a cold-start configuration, and manage up to six zones. They also can be coupled to accommodate custom applications. us.grundfos.com   Heat-Only Thermostat with Touchscreen Uponor’s nonprogrammable thermostat for hydronic radiant-heating systems utilizes sensors to measure a room’s operative and/or floor temperature, and then adjusts each to the desired level. The touch screen unit features a color-enhanced display; it also has two-wire power sharing for easier installation. uponor.com 1402-products-focus.asp Sat, 15 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/7113-products-focus-hvac-heating-ventilation-air-conditioning Rinnai's E50C is a condensing combi boiler—a two-in-one unit that heats the water supply as well as the whole home. The Energy Star Qualified boiler has a heating load of 13,600 to 50,000 BTU an E50CRinnairinnai.usRinnai's E50C is a condensing combi boiler—a two-in-one unit that heats the water supply as well as the whole home. The Energy Star Qualified boiler has a heating load of 13,600 to 50,000 BTU and an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) of 95.6%, making it one of the most efficient—and therefore cost-effective—combi boilers on the market to date. Because it requires no system pumps, it is also easier to install. Torsion is a minimalist ceiling fan with three plywood blades—finished in mahogany, maple, black, white, or nickel tones—that are complemented by metal hardware in dark bronze, gloss white Torsion FanModern Fan Co.modernfan.comTorsion is a minimalist ceiling fan with three plywood blades—finished in mahogany, maple, black, white, or nickel tones—that are complemented by metal hardware in dark bronze, gloss white, or bright nickel. The fan is available in three spans—42”, 52”, and 62”— with the 62” version using only 76W of electricity while moving up to 6,958 cubic feet of air per minute. A halogen light attachment is optional. Just as its name suggests, the Incognito ventilation hood by Miele was designed to conceal. In this case, it hides grease filters using three stainless-steel or glass panels, offering a cleaner, sculp Incognito Ventilation HoodMielemieleusa.comJust as its name suggests, the Incognito ventilation hood by Miele was designed to conceal. In this case, it hides grease filters using three stainless-steel or glass panels, offering a cleaner, sculptural appearance when viewed from all angles. With four fan speeds and double-sided blowers that make the hood efficient, it comes in a wall-mount or island version, and with a stainless-steel finish or the manufacturer's 200 RAL powder-coat colors. Home automation controls influenced by the sleek touchscreens of iPads are gaining popularity. Leviton's OmniTouch 7 has a 7” glass-fronted high-resolution screen that can be used to control sec OmniTouch 7Levitonleviton.comHome automation controls influenced by the sleek touchscreens of iPads are gaining popularity. Leviton's OmniTouch 7 has a 7” glass-fronted high-resolution screen that can be used to control security systems, irrigation, and light levels, as well as multiple thermostats. Available with Leviton's intuitive user interface. Combining two of its own innovative technologies, Panasonic has introduced Exterios, a ductless HVAC system with a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER) of 28.8. Its Econavi technology detects acti Exterios HVAC SystemPanasonicpanasonic.comCombining two of its own innovative technologies, Panasonic has introduced Exterios, a ductless HVAC system with a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER) of 28.8. Its Econavi technology detects activity and occupancy in the room, decreasing heating or cooling when movement is minimal and switching to a lower power mode when it senses complete absence. The second system it employs is an Inverter Technology, which constantly adjusts the compressor rotation speed, resulting in reduced power consumption. Two indoor and two outdoor models are currently available.