Fresh Air Ventilation Systems

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Drummondville, May 20, 2009 — What air exchanger will meet future demands for energy efficiency? As the leader in the air exchange system market, Venmar Ventilation Inc. stays well informed about current trends. Astute consumers are increasingly concerned about the environment, energy efficiency and savings. At a time when the green movement is of paramount importance and influences these consumers’ buying decisions, Venmar Ventilation innovates by launching the completely new EKO. Intended to be the most energy-efficient HRV air exchanger on the market, its innovative design makes optimal performance in terms of energy recovery possible; while at the same time substantially reduces energy costs. This exceptional innovation provides an ideal, environmentally friendly solution for residential ventilation, meeting the expectations of the most discerning consumers.

How does the EKO work?

By combining its engineering expertise with technological innovations, Venmar Ventilation has been able to redefine residential ventilation by introducing EKO. The energy consumption of its highperformance motors can be compared to that of a compact fluorescent light bulb. EKO can thus significantly lower energy costs while maintaining optimal output. Its core recovers up to 80% of a home’s heat or cool air thanks to its additional energy efficiency. In fact, EKO exceeds energy conservation requirements!

The EKO 1.5 features the following unique characteristics:

  • 2 German high-performance ECM motors that consume 13.5 watts each (at low speed), which represents 75% less energy than that consumed by a light bulb;
  • 2.53 CFM/watt, which makes it the industry’s most efficient HRV air exchanger;
  • 4 settings that adjust the speed to meet the needs of the home’s occupants with simply the touch of a button;
  • a compact size allowing easy installation when space is limited; used with the ALTITUDE control, it offers the completely programmable SMART mode feature that takes complete control of the unit, along with an attractive LCD screen.
EKO is an ultra-efficient and environmentally friendly air exchanger, a welcome addition to a line of products designed by a team of experts whose first aim is consumer well-being. “As a manufacturer, we are very pleased to be able to offer new products to our consumers, especially during very trying economic times,” mentioned Scott Stevens, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for the wholesale network. In fact, in spite of the worldwide economic crisis, Venmar Ventilation is once again distinguishing itself from other manufacturers by innovating in order to meet the demands of the air exchanger market.

About Venmar Ventilation Inc.

For more than 30 years, Venmar Ventilation Inc. has been one of North America’s leading manufacturers of innovative indoor air quality products for residential use. With over one million satisfied customers to date, Venmar Ventilation’s popular line of range hoods, attic ventilators and ventilation and filtration systems is complemented by the wide range of products of its sister company, Broan-NuTone Canada Inc., an international manufacturer of bathroom fans, rangehoods, door chimes, garbage compactors, medicine cabinets, stereo intercom systems, loudspeakers, central vacuum systems and built-in ironing centres. Broan-NuTone and Venmar Ventilation are recognized as industry leaders, setting standards for quality, style and reliability in terms of indoor comfort.

Fresh Air Ventilation Systems, LLC * 155 Spring St. Lewiston, ME 04240 * USA * Phone: (207) 786-9400
Venmar, venmar ventilation, venmar hrv, erv air exchange systems air exchangers. Residential ventilation. heat recovery ventilators, energy recovery ventilators, air to air heat exchangers, air purifiers, air cleaners, indoor air ventilation, air exchanger hrv and erv wet windows moisture on windows mold humidityThe information below is so that this page can easily be found by Google. Venmar's corporate site. Venmar Constructo 2.0 specification sheet. VENMAR AVS ERV CONSTRUCTO 2.0 QUATTRO Part #45115 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE Venmar AVS ERV Constructo Quattro modular design makes it possible to remove all mechanical parts in less than 5 minutes. (to help the service companies quickly remove the guts and sell you and entire fan assembly rather than enable them to fix the motor. The motor is not easily removable from the fan assembly.) The low power consumption PSC motor is permanently lubricated (when the lubricant fails, it simply seizes up. Low power in this context just means small, not efficient - PCS motors are wasteful). Even better, the entire motor sub-assembly can be removed in less than a minute for easier maintenance. (this is true). WARRANTY The Venmar AVS ERV Constructo Quattro is protected by a 2-year warranty on parts only. (fans only last two years which is why we only give two years). The energy recovery core is covered by a 5-year warranty. Venmar Ventilation Inc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of product: Heat Recovery Ventilators Units: About 75,000 Manufacturer: Venmar Ventilation Inc., of Quebec, Canada Hazard: The motors in these units can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Venmar Ventilation has received four reports of ventilator motors overheating resulting in fires causing extensive property damage. One incident in Michigan reportedly resulted in about $1 million in damages. Description: Heat Recovery Ventilators are designed to exchange air between the inside and outside of a home in order to provide fresh air. The recall covers units made from 1991 through 2001, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Brand Models Venmar AEXX, EARC, 1XX, 30X, 40X, 40XXX Venmar AVS 1.X, 2.X, 30XX, 55XX Flair 30, 30XX, 55, 55XX, 85115 v�nEE 10, 1XX, 100X, 20, 20XX, 30XX, 90 Conformax 300, 350, 400 NuTone NUTR130 Carrier Bryant VXXXXXXXXX, ERVXXXXXXX or HRVXXXXXXX Payne Day & Night VXXXXXXXXX Heil HEILXXXXX York 5263554XXXX Sears Brand OPTIMUM Guardian by Broan 100X, 200X Rheem Ruud Protech Weatherking � 84-ERV100, 84-ERV200, 84-HRV100, 84-HRV200 The model numbers are written on a silver or black label on the outside of panel. The "X" digit used in the model numbers can be either a letter or a number. Sold by: Heating, plumbing and building supply distributors nationwide from January 1991 through December 2001 for between $700 and $2,500. Manufactured in: Canada Remedy: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug their ventilators, and contact Venmar to receive instructions on how to participate in the recall. Venmar will provide a free safety device that will shut off the ventilator if the motor overheats. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Venmar Ventilation toll-free at (866) 441-4645 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.venmar.ca

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