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Tax Credits Available on Gas Heat Pumps

Controlled Air Inc. — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:48:36 +0000

We are excited to share that we have confirmed the Gas Heat Pump (GHP) systems manufactured by Yanmar qualifies for the 30% tax credit, as well as for direct payments to tax exempt entities, under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Yanmar GHP is considered a mechanical cogeneration product and should be treated as “Combined Heat and Power system property” (CHP) for purposes of Internal Revenue Code Section 48, under the Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

As part of the new provisions adopted, the IRA imposed additional requirements to receive the 30% tax credit. The project must be installed under specific requirements and may require prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements depending on the size of the project and other specific considerations.

These systems must be installed between January 1^st 2023 and December 31^st 2024. Please consult with your tax professional for additional requirements, information and to verify your qualification.

Gas Heat Pumps (GHP)/VRF

GHP’s, also sometimes referred to as VRF’s, are highly advanced mechanical units, concurrently producing mechanical power and thermal energy that provide heating and cooling. The natural gas heat pumps provided an electrical load reduction of approximately 30% and an 80% carbon emission reduction as compared to electric heat pumps powered by the grid.

Benefits

The benefit of a heat recovery system is that it allows for simultaneous heating and cooling by absorbing excess heat energy in one zone and transferring it to heat another. This helps provide comfort while operating at maximum efficiency. The heat recovery system allows for localized comfort with independent temperature control. Every occupant can enjoy a perfectly heated, cooled, and dehumidified area. VRF is a flexible system in operation and installation. Multiple configurations of indoor units are available, including wall and floor mounts.

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International Women in Engineering Day

Controlled Air Inc. — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:00:08 +0000

How or why did you choose engineering as a career path/area of study?
1. Math and science were always my best subjects. In Highschool I took one CAD class my freshman year and loved it and my CAD teacher encouraged me to sign up for all his CAD and tech ed elective which is where I learned that I enjoyed designing, building, and learning how things worked. Having a teacher that encouraged me to go down the engineering path really gave me a good idea of what I wanted to do when it came to picking a major and applying to colleges.
What is your engineering degree’s focus?
1. I have a Mechanical Engineering degree from Central Connecticut State University with a general concentration and a mathematics minor.
Where did you go to school?
1. I went to Gateway Community College for 2 years and received my CAD certificate. Then I transferred to CCSU and got my Bachelors in mechanical engineering.
What would you say to girls in school/college who may be considering Engineering as a career choice/study option?
1. I would say that engineering is a good career choice/study option if you are good at problem solving and coming up with creative solutions. You gain a sense of accomplishment being able to physically see something that you designed be integrated into the real world.
2. Engineering is a great career choice; the world will always need engineers! Find people in different industries and ask real world questions to figure out what you want to concentrate your studies in. Having a mentor makes all the difference.
Anything else you want to add about being an engineer in a male dominated field.
1. Don’t let the stigma deter you from what you want to do. Find a mentor, learn from them, and get involved in the industry. Network, join professional organizations, and don’t be afraid you use your voice.

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Heart 9/11

Controlled Air Inc. — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 15:56:52 +0000

Vin Chiocchio was contacted by Gregg & Weis Architects who was working with HEART 9/11, a charitable organization made up of a team of first responders – FDNY, NYPD, PAPD and the NYC Building Trades – that bonded in the aftermath of September 11, 2001 to honor the sacrifices of brave colleagues, veterans and family members. HEART 9/11 received a call for help from a veteran in Hamden who suffers with PTSD. The veteran was in a need of help in the rebuilding and expanding of her small cape home. The work to be done included a second-floor addition that would allow the family to grow as well as new HVAC, new plumbing and electric, the addition of a bedroom and bathroom and a new front porch.

After hearing the Veteran’s story, Controlled Air stepped forward and provided the resources to replace and upgrade the home’s HVAC system. You can find out more about this amazing organization and the family by reading the article in the link below and visiting Heart 9/11’s website:

https://www.heart911.org/archive/hamden-ct-veteran-home-build

To find out more visit their website:https://heart911.org/

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Ductless Spilts | West Haven Veterans Museum

Controlled Air Inc. — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:20:17 +0000

The West Haven Veterans Museum located on Terrace Street in West Haven was built to honor then men and women who have served our Country in time of conflict and natural disaster. The museum’s goal is to focus on patriots from Connecticut and to show they survived. They are a non-profit organization that tries to show a diverse and unique perspective.

On Wednesday, December 12, 2018 they had their groundbreaking for a new Media Center, which will honor the late Edward N. Silver who ran Silver’s Drug Shop in West Haven. The media center will include a library and a conference room with computer access. The room will be available for meetings by various local clubs and organizations.

Controlled Air, Inc. will be providing ductless split, piping, and exhaust for the Media Center. To find out more about the museum visit their website: http://www.whmilmuseum.org/

The following recommendation was received from Irving Moy, Recording Secretary for the Veterans Museum:

“The West Haven Rotary Foundation awarded its largest grant to date to the West Haven Veterans Museum and Learning Center to build the Edward N. Silver Media Center within the museum. The center is named in honor and memory of Edward Silver, a long-time member of Rotary and owner of Silver Pharmacy. His devotion to promoting his city and community is testimony to this honor, and is fitting that the media center bear his name is recognition of his naval service to our country during WWII.
I am the recording secretary of the museum, the designer of the media center, and supervised construction of the center. The significance and high profile of this project made it very important to me to have the best contractors on this project.
It is my pleasure to write this recommendation for Rob Kinne of Controlled Air that did the heating/cooling portion of the project. I found Rob to be fair in his pricing, committed to ensuring the client was fully informed on all aspects of the project before and during the construction. His construction staff were pleasant to work with and committed to quality and code compliant work. It was a pleasure working with Rob and his staff on their portion of the project, and I am proud of the finished media center. I would not hesitate to hire Controlled Air again for future work at the museum or even for my own home.” – Irving Moy

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Geothermal, Ground Source Heat

Controlled Air Inc. — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 18:20:27 +0000

Ground source heat pump tax credits were recently reinstated for the current tax year through Jan. 1, 2022. The tax credit applies to residential and commercial installations of Ground Source Heat Pumps.

Ground source heating is a renewable and reliable source of heat. The earth absorbs the suns energy and at a depth of 6 feet the soil maintains a more consistent temperature year round. We can use this natural energy to heat and cool water circulated through an underground loop. Closed loop systems can be water-based or refrigerant-based. During the winter, the fluid collects heat from the earth and carries it through the system and into the building. Conversely, in summer, the relatively cool ground absorbs waste heat more readily than warm outdoor air.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, geothermal energy is the most energy-efficient system of air handling and can lower energy costs by 25 to 40 percent, with fewer emissions, lower maintenance and no danger of underground contaminants. There is also a reduced use of refrigerants.

Controlled Air, Inc. is certified and accredited by the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association for ground source heat pump installations.

Ground Source Heat Pumps offer great benefits (Information provided by IGSHPA.)

Simultaneously heat & cool different parts of the same building
Very quiet–users do not know when the system is operating
Can be set up in multiple zones, with each zone having an individual room control
Greater freedoms in building design due to 50-80% less mechanical room space
No outside equipment to hide, eliminating vandalism and roof top units
Pipes have 50-year life expectancy
All electric, which eliminates multiple utility services
Expel boiler and chiller maintenance
Ground heat exchanger is maintenance free and will last 40+ years

Geothermal in Connecticut

Right now rebates of $500 to $1,500 per ton are available for qualifying systems provided by the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund. Please visit Energize CT Geothermal Heat Pump Rebates page to learn more.

Geothermal energy is listed as a Class I renewable energy source as defined in the Connecticut General Statutes (CGS) Section 16-1(a)(26)(iv).

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New England Air Museum Building Design Complications

Controlled Air Inc. — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 16:59:23 +0000

From Johnson Air-Rotation HVAC Systems

“DESIGN AND BUILDING COMPLICATIONS
The New England Air Museum had not been air conditioned until it underwent a massive re-model which replaced the current heating system and added air conditioning to the buildings. Originally, the heating and air conditioning was designed for ground mounted
units with duct work, since the metal buildings could not support rooftop units. However, because of the nature of the metal buildings, even the ductwork posed problems with the structural integrity and the museum did not want duck work to interfere with aircraft display. Controlled Air, Inc. worked with Johnson Air-Rotation HVAC Systems to provide an alternative that would require no ductwork or extra structural support. It was very important that the systems were quiet due to the many visitors at the museum, so the engineers designed the systems to keep the sound levels as low as possible. The museum was very pleased with the sound levels of the Air-Rotation Systems and the incredibly small degree variation from all three buildings.”

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Preparing For Storm Season

Controlled Air Inc. — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 18:14:53 +0000

Hurricane Straps/Clips

Hurricane straps are designed to secure a rooftop unit to a roof curb. By doing this, the rooftop unit is more likely to withstand high wind gusts, thereby reducing the chance of the unit separating from the roof curb and causing damage to other equipment, people or the building itself.

The strap/clip requirements are determined by a combination of codes: Section 301.15 of the 2012 International Mechanical Code require “equipment and supports that are exposed to wind shall be designed to resist the wind pressures in accordance with the IBC.” The 2012 IBC chapters 15 and 16 make determinations about roof securement with specific wind load requirements in section 1609.

In 2015, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) gave Connecticut one of the highest scores for state building codes among hurricane-prone coastal states. Connecticut scored 88 out of 100 points, up from a score of 81 in 2012, the first year IBHS ranked state building codes. The higher score is the result of the state’s intent to adopt an updated code from the International Code Council. The updated code has more stringent requirements for roof tie-downs. As of today, the 2012 IBC codes have been adopted but it is up to the individual inspectors interpretation of the law to determine if the attachment to the roof are acceptable.

Over the last few years, Controlled Air, Inc. has made it a policy to install hurricane straps/clips on all new rooftop unit installations. Installed roof top units are secured to curbs using sheet metal clips made in-house by our sheet metal shop. Make sure your rooftop unit is prepped for this storm season with hurricane straps.

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Cleanroom Classifications

Controlled Air Inc. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

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