Charlie West Condos in Kitchener, Ontario to include 308 ALDES InspirAir® Compact ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator) with EC motors providing high-efficiency ventilation and improve indoor comfort to residents. With its impressive height reaching 26 storeys, Charlie West will create a sleek silhouette rising above Downtown Kitchener. The 245 chic condominium suites feature modern, high-end finishes… Read more »
Enhancements to our Light Commercial Heat and Energy Recovery Ventilators
Deliver Healthy Air and Optimize Efficiency with Variable Speed Ventilation! 0-10V inputs to continuously adjust the speed of the H/ERV. No more over- or under-ventilating providing the optimal amount of fresh air for any occupancy situation. Wire the H/ERV directly to the building electrical main using our terminal block – no more power cords with… Read more »
Does my Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) have a problem?
Does my Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) have a problem? Do you have condensation in your windows? No, your HRV is not the problem. An HRV is an effective, energy-efficient and healthy method of managing moisture in your home in the winter, but your HRV does not remove condensation from your windows, it removes excess moisture… Read more »
Increase Air Exchange in the Building
At ALDES North America, the health and well-being of our customers, associates, and communities is our top priority. We understand the concern and uncertainty many are experiencing surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and are committed to being responsive to your needs as the situation evolves. Ventilation and Air Renewal solutions play a vital role in helping protect the well-being and… Read more »
New registration tool for home owners!
Dealing with warranty can be lengthy and frustrating. At Aldes, we want to make sure that if a problem arises, it’s taken care of in an efficient manner. This is why we created a registration tool for everyone with an Aldes HRV or ERV at home. Filling up a quick form about your unit today… Read more »
Should I use my HRV/ERV in the summer?
Should you run your heat- or energy-recovery ventilator (HRV or ERV) in the summer? The answer depends on your home’s air conditioning system, your ERV wall control, the outdoor temperature and, most importantly, the outdoor relative humidity. As a rule of thumb, if you are more comfortable outside than inside your house, you should run… Read more »
Go Cordless with InspirAIR® Compact
The InspirAIR Compact line of HRVs and ERVs for multi-unit residential buildings is now ready for hard-wiring applications. All units can be ordered with an ETL-approved junction box instead of a power cord and plug. So now engineers and installers have the option to bring a conduit directly to the unit, instead of having to… Read more »
Are Bathroom Fans Obsolete?
The residential ventilation strategy of using an HRV and ZRTs to ventilate bathrooms, instead of using individual bathroom fans, is more cost effective for the builder and for the home owner. Not only is the initial cost of the equipment and installation less expensive: the operating costs are lower as well. Rather than installing energy-wasting bathroom fans… Read more »
Autumn is HRV Maintenance Season
Across Canada, heating season is fast approaching. While it is still warm out, it’s an ideal time to open up your HRV and do the annual maintenance: clean the heat-recovery core, wash or replace the filters, and ensure that the drains are clear of any blockages. Our new and improved residential installation and maintenance guide offers many helpful… Read more »