Where in the duct line can I install my Fantech dryer booster?

Fantech recommends that the dryer booster be installed as close to the end of the duct run as possible with a minimum of 5 linear feet between the outlet of the dryer and the inlet of the fan.

 

How do Dryer Booster Fans work?

When the dryer is on, the patented pressure switch senses positive pressure in the duct and turns on the booster fan for a pre-determined time, at the end of the timer cycle the switch checks for positive pressure in the duct, if there is pressure in the duct the cycle continues.

 

When is a dryer booster necessary?

According to some dryer installation instructions and local building codes, booster fans should be added in the dryer duct run when the length of duct exceeds 25 feet with no bends, 20 feet with one bend or 15 feet with 2 bends. With an existing system you may find that drying times are far longer than the dryer manufacturers instructions give, this may indicate that you have an duct run longer and more restrictive than your dryer can handle. Installing a Fantech dryer booster in the duct line will relieve the excess pressure in the duct allowing the dryer to operate as designed.

 

Should I run the fan after I have finished in the shower?

The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) recommends running the fan for a minimum of 20 minutes after using the bathroom to completely exhaust moisture. Fantech offers a complete line of programmable and manual controls, switches and timers for your convenience. The FD60EM solid state 10,20,30,60 minute timer or Ventech Programmable switches (VT20M/VT20A) are just two examples of optional controls you can use.

 

What is Static Pressure?

Static Pressure is a measure of resistance to airflow as a fan pushes or pulls air through a duct. It is measured in inches of water gauge, such as 0.1” w.g. to show the resistance is equal to raising a column of water 0.1” or one-tenth of an inch.

 

How many bathrooms can I vent with one fan?

Fantech generally recommends that no more than 3 bathrooms be exhausted together. Whenever the fan runs, air will be exhausted from all the rooms that are connected to one system. This, in combination with the much higher cost of large fans, means that it is generally beneficial to exhaust a maximum of 3 smaller, or two larger, bathrooms together.

 

What installation tips can you give me to get the most from my Fantech Premium Bath fan?

Keep the duct runs as short as practical. (under 25 feet). The inner core of Flexible Insulated Ducting should be as tight and straight as possible and sealed to the grille housing/fan/wye connector/termination with aluminum foil tape. Ensure there is a minimum of 3 duct diameters between any fitting and the inlet/outlet of the fan. For the PB270-2 and PB370-2: It is better to have a short run of larger trunk line from the wye connector to the inlet of the fan and from the fan outlet to the termination point and longer runs of smaller duct from the grille/light to the wye connector.

 

How do I select the right Fantech Premium Bath Fan for my bathroom?

According to the guidelines of The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) bathrooms up to 100 sq ft are sized at 1 CFM per sq ft of floor area. Bathrooms over 100 sq ft are sized by the fixtures in the room. Allow 50 CFM per standard tub, shower or toilet. Whirlpool, garden and jetted tubs are calculated at 100 CFM. Example: Bathroom 9’ x 7’ = 63 sq ft you require the PB100 or PBW110. Example: Bathroom 11’ x 14’ = 154 sq ft, 1 Toilet + 1 Shower + 1 Tub = 150 CFM you require the PB270-2. Note: HVI recommends that Steam Showers use a separate fan on a timer so that the fan may be shut off during shower use and then run afterwards to dry out the shower stall. For proper airflow in typical installations (when duct losses aren’t calculated) use the 0.4” WG (static pressure) rating point for the correct fan selection. Bathroom doors need to have at least ¾” clearance to the finished floor to allow for make up air.

 

Legrand Introduces New Pass & Seymour Portable GFCIs

Legrand, a leading provider of electrical wiring devices and home systems, has announced the availability of their line of new Pass & Seymour (P&S) Portable GFCIs.

The new line is comprised of five models: Right-Angle Plug GFCI, In-Line Portable GFCI, Cord Set GFCI, Adapter Plug GFCI and the Box Unit GFCI. All models meet the latest requirements of the UL GFCI standard, NEC®, and OSHA 1926.404 standards and are available in either 15A or 20A models.

P&S Portable GFCIs have a rugged polycarbonate housing that is able to stand up to impact and extensive usage and provide the necessary protection in a wide-range of applications. These include power tools, high-pressure power washers, wet vacuums and grounds-keeping equipment, spas and hot tubs, vending machines and portable signs, amongst others. Both automatic and manual reset models are available.

Due to their water-resistant design the In-Line, Cord Set, Right Angle, and Box GFCIs are rated for outdoor use.

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Legrand Introduces New Hospital-Grade Pass & Seymour USB Charger with Tamper-Resistant Receptacle

Legrand, a leading provider of electrical wiring devices and home systems, has announced the availability of its Pass & Seymour® Hospital Grade USB Charger with Tamper-Resistant Receptacle (Hospital Grade USB Charger). It is available in 15A and 20A, 125V versions and carries a Hospital Grade certification.

The new USB Charger has a compact design and features two 5-volt DC USB ports that work with USB 2.0 and 3.0 compatible devices.

From a third-party compliance perspective, the Pass & Seymour® Hospital Grade USB Charger is ETL Tested in the US and Canadian markets. It also complies with the following test requirements: UL 498, UL 1310 and complies with Fed Spec WC596, CSA C22.2 No. 42, CSA C22.2 No. 223.

The Pass & Seymour® Hospital Grade USB Charger has a 2.1A USB type A receptacle that not only delivers a faster charge compared to other receptacles, but it also does away with the need for bulky AC adapters. It has a zinc plated ground terminal screw and a stainless steel auto-ground clip that assures positive ground.

To prevent the improper insertion of foreign objects, the new USB charger has a tamper-resistant patented shutter system. It also meets the 2011 National Electric Code® Tamper-Resistant requirements.

Back and side wire terminals on the charger accommodate both #14 AWG - #10 AWG stranded and solid wire. Triple-wipe brass contacts ensure lasting retention and the presence of screw-pressure-plate back wiring facilitates a fast and easy installation process.

The Pass & Seymour® Hospital Grade USB Charger is available in seven different colors: White, light almond, ivory, black, brown, gray and red.

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Interactive On-Q Home Systems Catalog App now available for iOS and Android

Legrand, the leader in home technologies and solutions, announced that its 2013/2014 On-Q Home Systems product catalog is now available as a dedicated app for both iOS and Android platforms in addition to the traditional online and print options.

By introducing this app, professionals and end-users can quickly and conveniently access information about On-Q’s vast selection of connected home products. Because the app functions as an interactive catalog, users can discover new information in a variety of ways including product videos and downloadable brochures. This added element allows users to experience Legrand products and support unlike ever before.

The new 2013/2014 On-Q Home Systems catalog is currently available through iTunes and Android through the Google Play Store.

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Print Leviton Introduces Super Duty Line of Power Packs

Leviton today announced the introduction of its new line of OPP20 Power Packs featuring the industry’s first true “fail safe” design, assuring circuit activation in power failure and emergency conditions. The four new super duty Power Pack models surpass NEMA 410 16 Amp ballast overload testing and have exceeded 1.5 million switching cycles at full load. They are ideal for a wide range of applications, including daylight harvesting, CA Title 24/ASHRAE 90.1 plug load control requirements, occupancy sensing control, and bi-level and manual switching applications.

The four new super duty Power Pack models offer a variety of application solutions including:

•The OPP20-OD1 is ideal for use in basic auto-ON/auto-OFF applications. It features an Auto-ON occupancy sensor input.
•The OPP20-OD2 is ideal for use in manual-ON/auto-OFF and auto-ON/auto-OFF applications with local switches. It features an exclusive self-detect local momentary or maintained switch input. Configurable for Auto-ON and Manual-ON occupancy sensor inputs, it is CA Title 24 Compliant and meets ASHRAE 90.1 Plug Load Control requirements.
•The OPP20-RD3 is ideal for use in auto-ON/auto-OFF and photocell only room control applications. It features an Auto-ON occupancy sensor input and is photocell-ready (switching only).
•The OPP20-RD4 is ideal for use in all the applications listed above, including the use of a photocell with a local switch and occupancy sensor. It features an exclusive self-detect local momentary or maintained switch input, is configurable for Auto-ON and Manual-ON occupancy sensor inputs and is photocell-ready (switching only). It is CA Title 24 Compliant and meets ASHRAE 90.1 Plug Load Control requirements.

Easy to install, the new Power Pack models feature versatile options for mounting and can be installed either inside or outside the fluorescent ballast cavity or junction box. The Power Packs comply with NEMA 410 requirements for electronic ballast current overload and UL/cUL 916 requirements for energy management. They feature output short protection and are factory-calibrated to the zero crossing point on the AC power curve to ensure maximum contactor life and compatibility with LED ballasts. RoHS Compliant, they are plenum-rated, meet UL 2043 standards and are backed by Leviton’s Limited Five-Year Warranty.

Leviton Receives National Association of Electrical Distributors’ Industry Award of Merit

Leviton received the 2013 Industry Award of Merit at the National Association of Electrical Distributors’ (NAED) national meeting in Boston on May 6. As part of NAED’s Annual Achievement Awards, which recognize individuals and companies that embody the industry's highest standards, Leviton was honored for the company’s active role in promoting and supporting the wholesale electrical distribution industry.

Leviton was honored among four industry leaders who have made significant contributions to the electrical industry. As a longstanding member of NAED, Leviton received the Industry Award of Merit for the company’s dedication and commitment to both the NAED and the industry.

Leviton and Honda Increase Customer Satisfaction of EV Owners

Beginning June 1, 2013 all Honda Fit EV leases will include the Leviton 32 amp, 240 volt (Level 2) electric vehicle charging station. Leviton’s enhanced Level 2 charging station offers customers significantly reduced charging times, and provides unmatched convenience and performance right from the dealership.

The Leviton 32 amp charging station utilizes Leviton’s patent pending “plugged-in” design and has been tested to exceed National Electric Code and Underwriters Laboratory (UL) standards. Also, it provides safety devices not found in other charging stations in the marketplace, including a watertight enclosure with NEMA 4 rating and proprietary GFCI technology. It is backed by an industry leading product warranty, and lifetime telephone support.

To obtain the new Leviton charging station, new Honda Fit EV customers need only contact their local dealership to arrange delivery. The charging station has been rigorously tested and verified by Honda – in both the USA and Japan – for use with the Fit EV.

In addition to the 32 amp charger, customers will also receive a proprietary installation kit that, once installed, enables them to remove and re-install the electric vehicle charging station without any special tools. This modularity enables customers to easily take their charging station with them in case they move – an important consideration for customers.

Installation services are optionally available through Leviton at the customer’s expense – only the charging station hardware is provided as part of the lease agreement.

EISA & Energy Saving Pulse Start: Fixtures Powered by the latest in energy saving technology

Effective January 1, 2009: Metal Halide 150w-500w fixture production will meet higher efficiency standards (88% for pulse start, 94% for probe start).
•This will virtually eliminate the manufacture of probe start fixtures
•One exception is significant: The 150w wet location fixtures (as rated per NEC 2002, section 410.4 (A)).
•175w wet location rated fixtures will thus be replaced by 150w

Energy Advantage

With pulse start technology you can use lower wattage fixtures for equivalent lumen output of higher wattage traditional probe start fixtures:
•350w or 320w pulse start fixtures can replace standard 400w probe start fixtures
•150w pulse start fixtures can replace standard 175w probe start fixtures

What happens to Probe Start?

The law allows manufacturers and distributors to sell all probe start MH fixture inventories produced before January 1, 2009.
•Ballast and lamp suppliers will continue to build components for replacement business.
•Replacement ballast and lamp business will not be impacted.

Save Energy with Westinghouse Ceiling Fans

Get substantial energy-saving benefits—and a cooler home—with efficient, stylish Westinghouse ceiling fans. You can add comfort and lighting to any space, indoor or outdoor, keeping things cool for summer entertaining while saving both floor space and energy costs.

Ceiling fans can be an energy-saving, "green" addition to any home, adding more value than many homeowners realize.

Did You Know?
•Most ceiling fans use only about as much power as a 100 watt light bulb
•Energy Star® ceiling fans (available from Westinghouse) circulate an average of 15% more air than other ceiling fans, and use 60% less energy than a 150 watt incandescent bulb
•Used properly, ceiling fans can save you money in winter as well as summer: up to 10% in heating costs and up to 40% in air conditioning costs
•Turning off the air conditioning, opening a few windows and turning on an efficient ceiling fan can make you feel up to 8 degrees cooler (and save up to 40% in air conditioning costs!)
•Peak energy savings are realized by placing ceiling fan blades 10-12 inches below the ceiling and 7 to 9 feet above the floor
•Ceiling fan airflow can be an effective deterrent to flying insects

Westinghouse Offers General Purpose and Professional Series LEDs

Westinghouse is offering both Professional Series and General Purpose LEDs in order to provide their customers with lamp specifications that are more tailored to the multitude of LED applications.

The Westinghouse General Purpose LED lamps are designed for general applications and the Professional Series LED lamps are designed for more demanding applications which require higher lumens and tighter beam spreads.

All Westinghouse LED lamps save up to 90% in energy costs compared to similar lumen output incandescent and halogen lamps, and they last for 30,000 hours. The unique aluminum housing design allows for cooler operation and extends lamp life. All lamps are fully dimmable with instant on. Available lamp types include A19, Torpedo, MR16 and G25. In addition, the Par20, Par30 and Par38 lamp types are acceptable for damp location and can be used indoors or outdoors.

Lithonia RTLED Ambient LED Lighting: High Performance LED Lighting with Advance Optics

The digital RTLED volumetric recessed luminarie offers a better way to deliver ambient white light throughout your entire space. A convergence of high performance LED systems, advanced refractive optics, and sophisticated control technologies that achieve an unprecedented level of design and user simplicity. RTLED offers a selection of light engines that deliver lumens comparable to conventional ambient lighting systems – while consuming significantly less energy.

Lithonia Exit Sign and Emergency Quantum LED

A smaller, more compact design with advanced LED technology offering BIG benefits in a small package.The Quantum LED Series features the innovative attributes of the original Quantum, such as our fixture performance, sleek design, and our patented quick-mount installation. The series features LED lamp heads with 12 parallel white LEDs in each.

Lithonia Emergency Systems manufactures a wide selection of exit signs, emergency lighting units and emergency power systems for commercial and industrial applications as well as special environments.