Posts by Controlled Air, Inc.
2013 Certificate of Avoided GHG Emissions
[gview file=”https://www.controlledair.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Controlled-Air-2013-certificate.pdf”] We received a very exciting letter and certificate from EPA’s CHP Partnership Vincent Chiocchio Controlled Air, Inc. 21 A Thompson Rd Branford, CT 06405 Dear Vincent, On behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Combined Heat and Power Partnership, I am pleased to provide you with your organization’s 2013 Certificate of Avoided GHG…
View MoreNew Deadly Trend Among Teens
There is a new trend among teens with deadly consequence, freon huffing. Huffing is the inhalation of chemicals, paint or gasoline through the nose or mouth. It is also referred to as sniffing, dusting or bagging. Freon huffing rapidly destroys brain cells and can lead to heart-failure, brain damage or death. It gives teens the feeling of…
View MoreCEFIA Releases RFP for Cogeneration (CHP) Pilot Program
CEFIA is charged with administering a three-year $6 million dollar pilot program. The total funding remaining in the program for all selected projects under this competitive solicitation is $5 million dollars. This program will offer support for projects that are below five megawatts. However, funding will not exceed the equivalent of $450 per kilowatt of…
View MoreThe Children’s Community School
Controlled Air, Inc. partnered with Alexion Pharmaceuticals, through their community outreach program, to install a security system at the Children’s Community School in Waterbury. The school was concerned with safety of their students, they had an on-going struggle with security issues happening both during and after school hours. We installed a Johnson Controls card access…
View MoreGas Conversions
Governor Malloy’s $7 bil expansion of natural gas has made converting to natural gas a possibility for many homes and businesses. Currently there are no incentives to make the conversion, BUT there are incentives and rebates available for the equipment that will run on natural gas. Depending on your current oil or propane usage payback…
View MoreUpdate on R-22 Refrigerant
The EPA has finally signed the 2012-2014 (yes a little late since it is already 2013) allocation rule for R-22, which dictates how much can be imported and produced. Here are the figures: 2012 55 mil lbs, 38% reduction 2013 63 mil lbs, 21% reduction 2014 50 mil lbs, 18% reduction The amounts allocated are higher then originally dictated…
View MoreEnergy Efficiency Funding
This is just a quick summary of some funding available in energy efficiency for both large scale and small scale projects: C-PACE Connecticut Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) is an innovative program that is helping commercial, industrial and multi-family property owners access affordable, long-term financing for smart energy upgrades to their buildings. C-PACE allows building…
View MoreSecurity & HVAC
Security and HVAC may not be one of the first associations that comes to mind, but it is something that we often consider. There are many instances where security is important during installation or repair of a HVAC systems. Ductwork – Ductwork leaves openings to both the outside and throughout a building. These openings have been…
View MoreSpecial Rebates & Incentives Available until 12/31/2012
Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that $3 million in additional energy efficiency incentives are now available for residents and businesses replacing furnaces, boilers, hot water heaters and refrigerators as a result of damage from Super Storm Sandy. These incentives are only available until December 31st. The incentives will apply for replacement of equipment with more…
View MoreControlled Air, Inc. was granted EPA CPA Partnership
On Wednesday, September 12, 2012 Controlled Air, Inc. was granted EPA CPA Partnership We were recently bestowed the honor of being a an EPA CHP(Combined Heat and Power) Partner. This partnership gives us access to tools, services and benefits in the further development of CHP; access to the CHP Emissions Calculator to help best determine…
View MoreIllegal HVAC Rooftop Unit Installations
It is important to investigate the heating and air conditioning contractors before choosing the right one for you. There are contractors will varying levels of experience, cost, and reputation. Unfortunately there are some out there who do not have the experience to do things right. Recently we were hired to fix a RTU installation. The…
View MoreVariable Frequnecy Drives (VFD)
Variable frequency drives are a system for controlling the revolutions per minute in an electric motor. It is a type of adjustable speed drive that can be added to any in industrial, OEM, and HVAC motor driven system. They can be used in conjunction with control pumps, fans, Condenser fans, air handler motors, HVAC fans, and cooling…
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