eKOCOMFORT: NTI

NTI's Rob Alexander explains how the MATRIX works:

"We have a condensing gas boiler that is our heat source. We provide forced air heating through a hot water main coil. We also have a direct-to-faucet domestic hot water capability on board and an HRV as well."

The neatly packaged unit is about the size of a standard furnace and is, says Rob, "something that one person can bring downstairs in a sort of refrigerator-sized container."

The brain of the system is a microcomputer that monitors all activities in the system, and implements the most cost-effective solution to provide the greatest comfort at minimal fuel consumption.

"As far as the high efficiency end goes, we have worked very hard to come up with a modulating forced air system to go with our already modulating gas boiler. Through the controls, basically we know what each of the components is doing," says Rob. "For example, the boiler water temperature and air flow vary based upon space heating need. This increases space heating efficiency."

The integrated HRV's fan motor is a highly efficient General Electric ECM®. Stale air and pollutants from inside the house are drawn away and discharged through a heat exchanger, which warms incoming fresh air. The fresh air is introduced into the heating system before the heating and cooling coil so the fresh air is delivered heated to the desired level. Maximum forced air heating load is 75,000 BTU.

The MATRIX has an integrated HRV, which uses a highly efficient ECM fan motor.

Domestic water heating is integrated into the unit. The MATRIX can instantaneously deliver up to 5.0 US gallons of water per minute at a constant 110 degrees Fahrenheit. The system is modulated, meaning as the flow decreases, the flame is reduced, matching energy consumption to the energy requirement of the house. The MATRIX system automatically gives priority to the DHW system.

The Matrix also incorporates the ability to perform hydronic heating in selected areas of the home by using infloor radiant, baseboard, or decorative radiators. The Matrix has more than enough capacity to heat up 3000 ft² of hydronic heating in addition to the forced air heating system. The Matrix capacity also permits the ability to perform snowmelt on walks or driveways. With the addition of an optional heat exchanger, the Matrix is further capable for pool and spa heating in the summer, making the Matrix a "one-stop-appliance".

The system not only provides ventilation, space heating and hot water. Rob says it's a simple matter to add air conditioning to the mix.

Inside the MATRIX: combining total home comfort in one, integrated system.

"For cooling, the homeowners and their contractor just have to pop on an AC coil and put the condenser in. We have all the controls (integrated) to handle that."

For more information, visit the MATRIX section of the NTI web site by following this link: www.nythermal.com/Products/furnaces/gas/matrix.htm



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