Products - October 2007

Tensioned Fabric Structures
Pink creates tensioned fabric structures for architectural interiors that range from eye-popping to serene—including room dividers, ceiling treatments, and public art. Depending on the needs of the project, the framing components range from polycarbonate to aluminum, and the fabrics are typically a poly-spandex blend. The company will work to accommodate any specified frame and fabric material. More than an artful presence, these structures can reduce material use in almost any application from architectural dividers to store displays, and can contribute to reduced impacts from remodeling churn. Pink Inc.; New York, N.Y. www.pinkincdesign.com; 212-253-6666

Elite EX
The Breezair Elite EX is an evaporative cooler appropriate for conditioned spaces up to 2,000 square feet. The system features advanced water conservation and management, monitoring the mineral content of the water and adjusting the supply to reduce both water use and cleaning requirements as compared to a standard continuous-bleed system. The cooler drains automatically when not in use, allowing the pads to dry out, minimizing the risk of mold. Evaporative coolers, common in dry climates, use no CFCs, and require far less electricity—as much as 80 percent less—than compressor-based air conditioners. Seeley International Corporation; Phoenix, Ariz. www.seeleyinternational.com; 602-353-8066.

SunRise 850, 1050, and 1250
SunRise solar-powered attic ventilation fans come in three models, named according to the cubic feet per minute (cfm) of airflow they can produce: the SunRise 850, SunRise 1050, and SunRise 1250. The 850 cfm unit has an 11-watt solar panel built into the cover; the other two require 15 and 20 watts, respectively. They work the hardest when ventilation is most needed, and they’re easier and cheaper to install than hard-wired, motorized fans. They should, of course, be installed with good solar orientation for optimal performance. These fans can be used instead of, or in addition to, ridge or gable vents. Sunrise Solar; St. John, Ind. www.sunrisesolar.net; 219-558-2211.

CX3000
Continental Fan Manufacturing offers the CX3000 air purification system for ducted air distribution systems serving up to 3,000 square feet. It employs an electrostatic MERV-11 filter with carbon, potassium permanganate, and zeolite layers, and photo-catalytic titanium oxide activated by a UV-C light, to filter and destroy a wide variety of airborne pollutants, including odors, germs, chemicals, and allergens. Power consumption is 45 watts. Service lights indicate when it’s time to change the filter (every six months) and UV light (annually). Continental Fan Manufacturing; Buffalo, N.Y. www.continentalfan.com; 800-779-4021.