Zehnder America leads in
North American HRV and ERV systems
Canadian Design and Construction Report staff writer
Zehnder America is North America’s
leader in high-efficiency heat recovery
ventilators (HRV) and energy recovery ven-
tilators (ERV). The company offers HRVs,
ERVs, and air distribution systems, which
provide a constant supply of pre-tem-
pered fresh filtered air in buildings.
Technical sales engineer Matt Groves
says Zehnder offers the highest efficiency
systems available in the North American
market. All of the company’s units have
been both HVI (Home Ventilating Institute)
ComfoAir70 and Passive House certified.
The company’s website says the heat recovery ventila-
tion device recovers up to 90 per cent of the energy of the
extract air to warm incoming fresh air, saving on heating
costs. Air flow rates can be adjusted for each room to pro-
vide optimal comfort levels and customization.
Most Efficient Heat and Energy
Recovery Ventilation Systems
As homes are becoming more tightly built, proper ventilation
is increasingly critical for optimal indoor air quality. Whether for
an energy-efficient home, a Passive House, or ASHRAE 62.2 re-
quirements, Zehnder Comfosystems ensure the highest
standard for quiet operation, energy efficiency and performance.
We custom design projects, offer installation
support and commission our systems.
For your next project, call us for a free HRV or
ERV system design quote at (888) 778-6701.
Zehnder America, Inc
6 Merrill Industrial Drive • Hampton, NH 03842T
(603) 601-8544 • www.zehnderamerica.com
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Groves says Zehnder’s units provide a healthier
and more comfortable environment and can be
equipped with an upgraded filter for those with
higher allergen sensitivities.
The whole house heat recovery ventilation sys-
tem has a dual function: extracting moist, stale air
from wet rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms
and supplying fresh, filtered air to living spaces.
Zehnder’s full line of HRVs and ERVs have been
installed in many multi-family, single family, small
commercial and school buildings. Groves says the
company just released a new, much smaller unit
which is a great solution for smaller spaces that
require an individual controlled unit.
“The new, CA70 fits on an exterior wall and uses a single
penetration,” Groves said.
Offering greater flexibility, Groves say it’s a cost-effec-
tive unit for smaller spaces such as studio or one-bedroom
apartments. Its ability to allow individual control also
makes it an option for multi-family projects with individual
room controls. While it doesn’t require it, the unit can be
ducted to a bathroom to provide a complete ventilation so-
lution for the space.
Zehnder’s technical team will help with designing the
ventilation system to ensure optimal indoor air quality and
comfortable living. He says as part of its service, Zehnder
works with clients to determine which unit is most efficient
and cost-effective and provides a free basic ventilation de-
sign to facilitate the project. “We work closely with archi-
tects, builders, and developers in the planning process.”
Zehnder then provides installers with training tools in-
cluding online videos and workshops, which are offered
across North America.
“Finally, we commission or quality assure (QA) all sys-
tems. This final step is critical in ensuring that our systems
have been installed and commissioned as designed, and
assures the building owner that the system will meet its
designed specifications.”
“Zehnder America has established multiple dealers to
provide timely delivery and support for our systems across
Canada.” Groves said. Western Canada is supported by
Small Planet Supply in Vancouver while Pinwheel Building
Supply, south of Toronto, provides systems to Eastern
Canada. Both dealers are fully stocked with systems for
quick delivery.
Groves says all of this is backed up by a significant
warehousing facility in Buffalo, and technical sales engi-
neers across North America.
Zehnder America is a division of the Zehnder Group,
which specializes in advanced heating, cooling, and venti-
lation solutions. The Zehnder Group has been in business
since 1895.
For more information, visit zehnderamerica.com.