Zehnder HRV and ERV systems are the highest quality HRV and ERV systems you can choose for your own home or designs. Small Planet Supply has sold and supported more systems than any other dealer in North America. If you are wondering why you should choose a Zehnder HRV, here are our five top reasons:

1. Zehnder HRVs & ERVs Save on Energy Costs

HRV and ERV systems conserve energy, lowering utility bills. The heat from the exhaust air is transferred to the incoming air via a heat exchanger. Zehnder heat recovery ventilators are up to 95% efficient, saving energy. This also helps reduce the size of the HVAC equipment needed because the HVAC system doesn’t have to work as hard to heat and cool when the intake air is conditioned by the HRV unit.

2. Building Occupants Feel Healthier with Fresh Air

Covid-19 has brought the importance of continuous fresh air into the forefront of our collective minds, but fresh air does more for occupants than protect them from the virus. Fresh air promotes well-being, healthy sleep, concentration, and productivity. Draft-free air helps to prevent colds and is good for your health. Thanks to optional filters (High-efficiency particulate arrestance [HEPA} F7 / MERV13 or G4 / MERV7-8 filters), which capture fine dust and pollen, even allergy sufferers can breathe easily. An enthalpy heat exchanger for moisture recovery can prevent the air from getting too dry in winter. Learn more about how Zehnder HRVs promote residents' health and well-being.

3. Zehnder HRV and ERV Help Meet New Standards

In some areas, HRVs and ERVs are being mandated in building code. In others, the mandate is more specific to airtightness. Where building codes are moving toward increased airtightness, using an HRV or ERV can increase your designing flexibility while still meeting the standards. An article written by Small Planet Supply based on work done by Nick Brown with Build Smart Group details how this works for California's energy code. Although specific to California building code, this article provides information that pertains to all high-performance building.

4. Zehnder Systems' Quiet Operation

Though there is an increasing awareness of the importance of an HRV or ERV in an energy-efficient home, the comfort level of the occupants can vary greatly depending on the noise level of the HRV or ERV system. Zehnder's design ensures quiet operation to provide occupants fresh air without distracting noise. Zehnder’s quiet operation signficantly decreases the likelihood that occcupants will turn off the system, thus ensuring the occupants and the building continue to benefit from continuous ventilation.

5. Individual System Design Guarantees Right Size

Proper HRV system sizing, design, layout and commissioning are essential for optimum HRV function and durability. It is essential that the ventilation and HVAC systems are separate and do not share ductwork. This ensures proper airflow rates and energy efficiency. Small Planet Supply staff and Zehnder ventilation experts are available to help design the best system for a given project, including sizing the HRV system and laying out the ducts. Builders and HVAC professionals appreciate that Zehnder offers technical support, making the systems easier and quicker to install, even for professionals who aren’t experienced in HRV installation.

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