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Northeast HVAC
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REHAU Hydronic Snow and Ice Melting
Systems with New Weather-Sensing Control Option Provides
Automated, Cost-Effective Solution for Managing Snow and Ice
Melting.
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 REHAU
announces the availability of an advanced new weather-sensing
module developed for use with REHAU hydronic snow and ice
melting (SIM) systems. The combined technologies create an
automated solution that often costs substantially less to
operate when compared to the expense of traditional snow and ice
removal methods, with an added benefit of lessened environmental
impact.
REHAU’s innovative hydronic (SIM) system is designed to quickly
and efficiently remove snow and ice from vehicle or pedestrian
pathways. SIM systems minimize snow removal and accompanying
costs, as well as the need to apply salt or other melting
agents that can be corrosive to outdoor surfaces and detrimental
to the environment.
Installed underneath or within an outdoor surface such as
concrete, asphalt or paving stones, the system includes RAUPEX®
pipe, the EVERLOC® compression-sleeve fitting system and
PRO-BALANCE® manifolds.
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REHAU Smart
Controls SIM Module
The addition of the REHAU Smart Controls SIM Module allows the
system to operate with optimum efficiency. The SIM control module
employs the unique ability to “listen” to the weather forecast via
web-enabled access to the National Weather Service (NOAA) and
Environment Canada. Using the weather data and temperature sensors
installed within the melting area, the control chooses an automatic
idle temperature setting to warm the slab, readying the system to
melt at the first sign of snow or ice. To save energy, the control
turns the system off once the surface is dry.
“The REHAU hydronic SIM system combined with our Smart Controls SIM
module provides a sensible alternative to the annual expense and
complication of manual snow and ice removal,” said Ollie Carman,
applications engineer at REHAU. “In comparison, operating costs are
usually much lower while the ability to effortlessly maintain safer
outdoor surfaces during winter provides unparalleled convenience.”
The SIM control module’s web-enabled feature also allows the system
to be controlled remotely from any internet-accessible device. In
addition, the module is flexible, scalable and programmed to meet a
range of requirements including unlimited snow melting zones and
priority scheduling to clear crucial areas such as walkways and
entrances first. The SIM module can be used independently or
integrated with a REHAU Smart Controls indoor comfort control
system.
For additional information on REHAU’s complete line of mechanical
solutions
contact: REHAU, 1501 Edwards Ferry Rd., N.E., Leesburg, Va., 20176.
Phone: 1.800.247.9445. Fax: 1.800.627.3428. E-mail:
rehau.mailbox@rehau.com.
Web site:
https://na.rehau.com/mp.
REHAU delivers “Unlimited Polymer Solutions,” and is the premium
worldwide brand for polymer-based innovations and systems in
construction, automotive and industry. The company generates
continuous growth through its expertise and innovative capabilities
in materials development, systems design and surface technology.
Approximately 18,000 employees at more than 170 locations around the
world ensure success of the independent, privately held company.
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