WATER HEATERS
A.O. Smith
Heat pump water heater
The Emerge X Air Source Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) optimizes heat transfer and minimizes emissions, making it both environmentally friendly and cost-effective, the company says. To make installation easier for contractors, there is no need for specialized equipment. The control box can be installed separately from the tanks and heat pump units, providing further flexibility. Additionally, the user-friendly control panel makes it easy for users to adjust settings and monitor performance. The Emerge X HPWH features an ECM variable speed pump, ensuring precise control, higher efficiency and reduced noise levels. The unit also operates efficiently in below-freezing temperatures due to its innovative reversing defrost cycle that minimizes defrost time and maximizes efficiency. It also enhances connectivity for facility managers, allowing them to integrate up to 64 heat pumps.
Bosch Home Comfort
Hybrid electric water heater
The GreenTronic 7000 T Hybrid Electric Water Heater is an electric storage water heater designed to meet all the household’s hot water needs, the company says. The GreenTronic 7000 T incorporates heat pump technology and features a sleek design with side connections for easier installation. Available in 50 or 80 gallon models, it also features a demand response port to allow for more control for utilities. The GreenTronic 7000 T is also eligible for the 25C tax credit, saving homeowners up to $2,000 on installation. The GreenTronic 7000 T made its debut at the AHR Expo, and will be available later this year.
Bradford White Corp.
Tankless water heater
The Infiniti GS and GR, part of Bradford White Water Heaters Infiniti series of condensing tankless water heaters, feature a stainless-steel heat exchanger. With a high-temperature setting of up to 185° F, cascade operation with a mix of standard (GS) and re-circulation (GR) models, common venting and optional commercial rack system and easy plumbing kits, the Infiniti GS and GR models are suitable for residential and commercial application and can be installed indoors or outdoors.
Navien
High-efficiency tankless water heaters
Navien NPE-2 series high-efficiency condensing tankless water heaters come in Standard (NPE-S2) and Advanced (NPE-A2) models up to 199,900 Btu/h that are highly efficient up to 0.96 UEF and field gas convertible from natural gas to liquid propane or natural gas high elevation operation. NPE-A2 models include patented ComfortFlow built-in recirculation pump and buffer tank that resolves issues of minimal flow rates commonly found in other tankless water heaters. NPE-2 features expanded cascade capability up to 32 units and common venting capability up to 12 units, and EZNav advanced multi-line control with built-in intuitive software and easy-to-use Setup Wizard.
Rheem
Tankless gas water heater
The RTGH Series condensing units (.93 UEF) offer uncompromised performance while using up to 34% less energy respectively, than a standard residential 50-gallon tank water heater, the company says. New convenience features include an integrated digital display for diagnostic information, built-in EcoNet Wi-Fi (on select models) for real-time service alerts and more. The new modern design of the RTGH Series is both smaller and lighter than previous models. With industry-leading side and front clearance, the units are ideal for safe and flexible installation in tight spaces, including closets.
Noritz
Tankless water heater with storage
The Noritz Hybrid Hot Series combines the benefits of a storage tank and a tankless water heater in one powerful unit for commercial applications requiring a large dump load of hot water over a short period. Designed for faster hot water recovery, this innovative gas-fired unit ensures continuous, reliable hot water delivery by pairing a corrosion-resistant, cement-lined 119-gallon storage tank with a Noritz NCC199CDV commercial condensing tankless water heater. Backed by a 10-year warranty, Hybrid Hot offers (1) standard or direct venting with cost-saving 2-inch PVC, CPVC, or polypropylene materials and (2) common-venting of up to six tankless units.
