Tuesday, October 20, 2009

A new era begins with the ultra-efficient and environmentally-friendly Eko 1.5 HRV air exchanger by Venmar



A new era begins with the ultra-efficient and environmentally-friendly Venmar Eko 1.5 HRV Air Exchanger. At a time when the green movement is of paramount importance and influences these consumers’ buying decisions, Venmar Ventilation innovates by launching the completely new EKO. Intended to be the most energy-efficient HRV air exchanger on the market, its innovative design makes optimal performance in terms of energy recovery possible;while at the same time substantially reduces energy costs. This exceptional innovation provides an ideal, environmentally friendly solution for residential ventilation, meeting the expectations of the most discerning consumers.



By combining its engineering expertise with technological innovations, Venmar Ventilation has been able to redefine residential ventilation by introducing Venmar Eko 1.5 HRV Air Exchanger. The energy consumption of its highperformancemotors can be compared to that of a compact fluorescent light bulb. Venmar Eko 1.5 HRV Air Exchanger can thus significantly lower energy costs while maintaining optimal output. Its core of Eko HRV recovers up to 80% of a home’s heat or cool air thanks to its additional energy efficiency. In fact, EKO exceeds energy conservation requirements!



Included with the Venmar EKO 1.5 HRV Air Exchanger - Altitude is the most evolved wall control on the market. Fully programmable, it features an impressive choice of operating modes, such as the Smart Mode feature, as well as an appealing, customizable LCD display.



Features and Benefits of Venmar Eko-1.5 Ultra-Efficient HRV Air Exchanger



  • With 2.53 CFM/watt, EKO 1.5 is the most efficient HRV in the industry.

  • Integrated electronic board on motor optimizes performance, keeps the motor cool and minimizes noise.

  • Significant electrical consumption savings (67% average compared to standard PSC motors).

  • Ideal for high performance new homes.

  • Compact footprint (25 5/8" H x 24 7/16" W x 15 1/8" D) allows an easy fit in restricted spaces.

  • Quick access to all components and electronics for easy maintenance.

  • 6" diameter ports located on top of unit to simplify installation and provide a cleaner appearance.

  • All aspects designed to facilitate balancing of air flow and simplify installation.


  • Other Venmar Eko 1.5 HRV Standard Benefits



  • 4 Ports.

  • Brings a continuous supply of fresh, filtered outside air into the home

  • Exhausts enviornmental contaminants for improved indoor air quality

  • Saves energy by recovering heat from exhaust air in the winter

  • Cools incoming air in the summer

  • Controls excess humidity


  • Why Should You Have One in Your House?

  • Poor indoor air quality is one of the top five most urgent enviornmental risks to public health

  • Proper ventilation will always make a positive contribution to indoor air quality aiding in the control of contaminants including moisture and mold

  • Indoor aie quality is important to human health because we spend over 80% of our time indoors. Tight insulation, too much humidity and other factors can lead to unhealthy air in your home or workplace, causing a number of health problems

  • Improving ventilation and airflow is basic to air quality, especially if your home is new or recently remodeled.


    Product Warranty

    Limited lifetime on core, 5 years on motors, and 5 years on parts