Aldes North America announces partnership with EMCO Corporation

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Saint-Léonard-d’Aston, February 13, 2024 

ALDES North America, manufacturer of ventilation systems for the residential, commercial and light commercial markets, is proud to announce its partnership for the Canadian market with EMCO Corporation, distributor of products for the construction industry. 

This partnership brings together ALDES’ cutting-edge ventilation products with EMCO’s seasoned industry expertise. This strategic alliance will enable both companies to pursue their mission of constantly meeting the market needs by offering a complete range of ventilation products across Canada. 

“By combining ALDES’ innovative solutions with the expertise of EMCO Corporation’s sales team, we are ensuring a greater presence in the Canadian residential market.  This will allow us to optimize our distribution and representation throughout the country,” says Philippe Hanna, General Manager, Aldes North America. 

“In addition to a complete range of quality residential products, we were looking for a partner where people are at the center of relationships, as this is one of our corporate priorities. At Aldes, people are at the heart of everything, and we liked that right away,” says Bruce Passmore, Emco’s Region Manager for Eastern Canada, and Martin Gagnon, Emco’s HVAC leader for Quebec. 

ALDES products will be available through Emco HVAC, Deluxair, Independent Supply Company (ISC), Convex Energy and McKeough Supply. 

About ALDES 

A leader in heat and energy recovery ventilation systems, ALDES has been improving indoor air quality for over 100 years.  ALDES North America is part of the Aldes Group, a family-owned company founded in Lyon in 1925, with over 2,100 employees and 22 subsidiaries in 15 countries. ALDES products can be found in over 2 million homes worldwide. 

At Aldes, designing tomorrow’s solutions is more than an idea, it’s a principle. Every Aldes product is a combination of innovation and experience. Its efficient, eco-friendly solutions improve air quality and embody its benevolence, sense of responsibility and pioneering spirit. 

About Emco Corporation 

Founded as the Empire Manufacturing Company Limited in London, Ontario in 1906, Emco Corporation is one of the oldest members of the construction market in Canada.  

Emco Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated distributors of products for the construction industry. Offering products in distinct categories such as plumbing and heating, Emco strives to satisfy its customers’ needs with a focused product assortment, transported and sold through an extensive network of distribution warehouses and showrooms across Canada. 

Espace Montmorency – The largest urban hub ever built in Laval

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This innovative urban hub in the heart of Laval installed Light Commercial & InspirAIR ALDES H/ERV units.

 

Espace Montmorency is a 1.3-million-square-foot multifunctional development offering a range of services in an urban environment. Aspiring to LEED Gold certification for the building, the project is not only on the cutting edge of urban design, but also respects the environment. This mixed-used project offers offices, boutiques, cafés, restaurants, a hotel, residences, and welcoming green spaces.[1] Espace Montmorency broke ground in spring 2019 and is slated for completion in fall 2022.

Already quite popular, this destination gathers seniors, students, workers, foodies, and professionals in a dynamic and inclusive environment. To take advantage of this unique living space, Groupe Sélection has decided to move its head office to Espace Montmorency. Groupe Sélection celebrated its 30th anniversary recently and is now Canada’s largest private sector company in the retirement community sector.

This state-of-the-art city project includes many ALDES units across its 4 main tours and commercial and residential spaces, including more than 675 E80-HF units. The energy-efficient InspirAIR® Compact is a balanced in-suite ventilation solution ideal for multi-unit residential buildings. The E80-HF delivers superior heat recovery and a latent transfer of over 65% in a compact, easy-to-install package only 9 inches (230 mm) in height. Easily concealed in a drop-ceiling or soffit, this unit has been thoughtfully engineered for apartments, condominiums, and other dwellings. The E80-HF includes Aldes’ exclusive high speed on-demand boost for maximum ventilation, and FLEXControl, electronic calibration that eliminates the need for balancing dampers and maximizes overall efficiency.

The H1100, is also among the ALDES Light Commercial HRV units that help keeping the environment to stay clean, healthy and efficient in this modern city centre. The H1100-N heat recovery ventilator provides fresh air with high-efficiency energy recovery up to 1245 cubic feet per minute (585 L/s). The H1100-N comes with AHRI Certified aluminium or polypropylene heat-recovery cores depending on your specific needs.

Aldes representative QAT, facilitated the sale of Aldes products to this innovative structure.

[1] https://espacemontmorency.com/en/

Aldes North America Announces Manufacturing Expansion

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Global manufacturer of heat and energy recovery ventilation systems to airflow controls is expanding their facility by 28,000 sq. feet.


Saint-Léonard-d’Aston, Québec – March 23, 2021 – The industry leader of ventilation products and systems for homes, multi-family dwellings, hotels, schools, and numerous other commercial applications is pleased to announce the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Saint-Léonard-d’Aston, Québec. The company is investing over 1 million CAD in equipment and more than doubling its production footprint to approximately 55,000 sq. ft.

“Our company is prepared for immediate growth in production capacity, personnel (creation over 40 new jobs) and research,” said John Harrell, president of Aldes North America. This expansion will increase company’s operational efficiency (doubling fabrication for commercial and residential E/HRV lines), reduce lead times and provide a sustainable competitive advantage with innovative products and services.”

The new space will rapidly increase the capacity for high-speed manufacturing and accelerate product development pipeline.

“The primary reason behind every decision we make is, ultimately, to improve our customer experience and this factory expansion is no exception,” Harrell said. “This will allow for a broader selection of ventilation solutions and an even higher quality level of service. We want our partners to know how valued they are and how serious we are about always finding ways to improve their journey with us.”

Aldes took possession of the additional manufacturing space in February 2021 with planned expansion to be completed by May 2021. Throughout this transformation, Aldes’ growth is projected to triple by
2025.

Aldes North America specializes in manufacturing and distributing ventilation systems and components for residential and commercial markets, such as airflow balancing components, residential in-line fans and patented demand control terminal devices for commercial applications. The company also serves as an industry leader in both residential and commercial air-to-air heat and energy recovery solutions.

For more information about our products, visit https://www.aldes-na.com

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The City of Lougheed – From Shopping Centre to City Centre

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The innovative City of Lougheed installed ALDES Light Commercial and Low Profile Series HRVs

Photo credit – The City of Lougheed Official website

What started off as Burnaby’ second biggest shopping centre is now becoming a marvellous city within Metro Vancouver, British Colombia. The City of Lougheed’s shopping centre is just the beginning of a grand project with many facets! The different phases of this project include 28 ALDES Light Commercial units as well as 11 units from ALDES’ Low Profile series.

Over the short- and long-term future, this project will evolve into a 37-acre city. The city has fresh greenery and open spaces as well as shops, boutiques and lots of cafes and restaurants plus the mall’s Eateries. The City of Lougheed will be the heart of Metro Vancouver and its residents will be able to work there and live in one of the 10,000 new homes. The first neighborhood should be up and running next year (2021), there are many more phases to come!

This state of the art city project includes 28 multifaceted Light Commercial units (H1800-Fi-EC, H1100-Fi-EC, H650-Fi-EC). Aldes’ compact Light Commercial ventilators are the most popular choice for bringing fresh healthy air to schools, offices, retail establishments, common areas of multi-unit residential buildings, and much more. The Light Commercial line has three versatile models, covering airflow requirements from 500 to 1800 cfm. All models feature efficient fixed-plate recovery cores, high quality motors, easy-to-use wall controls, and FlexControl to select and balance the right airflow for your needs, optimizing the overall energy efficiency of your ventilation system. This innovative tiny city also includes 11 Aldes Low Profile Series units (LH2000i & LH3000i). Our adaptable Low Profile range provides fresh air with heat- and energy-recovery and optional pre- and post air treatment (heating only). For applications where vertical space is restricted – the side-by-side blower design allows us to minimize the height of the units in this product family.

Aldes representative Trane in Burnaby, BC, facilitated the sale of Aldes products to this innovative structure. From Shopping centre to city centre, the evolution has begun!

To see other projects where Aldes products have recently been installed, visit our Featured Projects Map.

VENTILATION: One of the barriers against COVID-19

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Is opening windows enough to fight the virus? Does the virus spread more easily with ventilation?

This year ventilation has been a topic of conversation in households across North America. ALDES is here to provide clarity and answer your questions!  A specialist in indoor air quality, ALDES sheds light on what you need to know about the importance of ventilation in light of COVID-19.

Opening windows is sufficient in removing the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

FALSE. Opening windows is easy to do, but it is not enough because it helps to dilute the concentration of the virus only while the window is open. Opening windows can also have negative thermal and acoustic impacts as well as poor air quality when the outside environment is polluted. It must be supplemented by a mechanical ventilation system (CMEV) to ensure a continuous and controlled renewal of air, so as to avoid an accumulation of CO2. A high concentration of CO2 reflects poor ventilation and may therefore contribute to the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. (1)

Mechanical ventilation reduces the risk of transmission.

TRUE. Mechanical ventilation reduces the risk of transmission of the virus by a factor of 10. (2) It is safe to say that a well-ventilated room lowers the risk of transmission and is better for your health.

The SARS-CoV-2 virus can live several days suspended in the air.

FALSE. The virus is spread either by droplets or by airborne microparticles. It can stay several hours in suspension. Maintaining ventilation is therefore essential for renewing the air and preventing the virus from remaining airborne. (3)

Once captured by the filter, the virus dies.

TRUE. The filter will not let the virus escape and go through the ventilation system – Once captured by the filter, the virus dries and dies by itself. (4)

The use of stand-alone air purifiers in a room is enough to free the air from the virus.

FALSE. An air purifier does not renew the air. It is a good complement to mechanical ventilation, which constantly renews the air, treats other indoor air pollutants and thus meets regulatory ventilation standards.

Older buildings do not have ventilation solutions to renew air.

FALSE. There are different mechanical ventilation solutions available and suitable for refurbishment, which guarantee a continuous renewal of the air in each room of the home. An older building does not mean that the ventilation system is inadequate. (5)

1) Agence régionale de Santé PACA (ARS) : COVID-19 – Synthèse des recommandations de gestion de la ventilation /air intérieur
(2) The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, 2020
(3) Haut Conseil de la Santé Publique (HCSP) – Avis relatifs à la réduction du risque de transmission du SARS-CoV-2 par la ventilation et à la gestion des effluents des patients COVID-19
(4) CAMFIL : Virus et Filtration
(5) https://www.aldes.ca/products/residential-hrv-erv/ &https://aldes-na.com/residential-ventilation/

The Aldes CAR3, winner of the Ventilation Innovation Award at the 2021 AHR Expo

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The 2021 AHR Expo supposed to be held in Chicago early next year, was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, the organiser’s annual awards event, which usually occurs at the same time as the show, still took place! This annual competition honors the most inventive and original products, systems and technologies showcased at the AHR Expo. Aldes’ Vertical Fan-Coil Unit was also amongst the finalists of the Ventilation Innovation category last year.

Submissions were collected over the summer and then reviewed by a panel of third-party judges made up of distinguished ASHRAE members. The competitors are evaluated based on overall innovative design, creativity of the product or service offered, application, as well as value and market impact. “We continue to be surprised by what the innovators in this industry bring to market,” said Mark Stevens, Show Manager. “Despite the challenges 2020 has presented, we are committed to recognizing the incredible innovators in our industry.”

The CAR3® constant airflow regulators feature a state-of-the-art design with industry exclusive dual-side airflow adjustability and greater airflow ranges for a variety of applications. The patent pending airflow technology allows you to set or change the airflow quickly, in supply or exhaust applications, without removing the CAR3 from the duct. The CAR3 solely operates on duct pressure and requires no external power supply or sensors, and will be rated for use in air temperatures ranging from -25°F to 140°F (-32°C to 60°C). Each regulator features a dual-side adjustment dial to allow for changes in airflow setpoint while installed in either the supply or exhaust direction without removing the regulator from the duct. The constant airflow regulator is enhanced with antimicrobial, anti-static, and flame-retardant additives for increased durability.

Learn more about the AHR Expo 2021 Innovation Award Winners and read the Official Press Release.

Read more about an exciting project featuring the CAR3.

Visit https://aldes-na.com for more information about the CAR3 or contact your Aldes sales representative.

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Launching the Next Generation of Airflow Regulator Technology

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At Aldes North America, we never stop innovating. As part of our commitment to providing world-class ventilation technology, we’re proud to announce the launch of the new CAR3®, a next generation constant airflow regulator.

A core product for Aldes North America for years, the constant airflow regulator has received a major update that incorporates industry-exclusive dual-side airflow adjustability and provides greater range of airflow for diverse applications. The regulators are calibrated to respond to pressure changes without need for an external signal or power source. It is available in a variety of assemblies to provide a complete solution.

Quality Construction

So, what’s not changing? Our customers can expect the same world-class function and performance —the same best-in-class durability, reliability, and design — from the CAR3® as always but with added precision and more options. Each unit is built in the United States and is constructed from a proprietary blend of amorphous thermoplastic resin.

Treated with antimicrobial, anti-static, and flame-retardant materials, the regulator offers high-end longevity and reliability. It requires no maintenance under normal conditions and is guaranteed for an industry-leading seven years.

Leading the Industry

Aldes North America is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing ventilation systems and components for residential and commercial markets. We specialize in ventilation products and systems for homes, multi-family dwellings, hotels, schools and other commercial applications. Our residential and commercial air-to-air heat and energy recovery solutions include airflow balancing components, residential in-line fans and patented demand control terminal devices for commercial applications.

The CAR3®, like every Aldes product, combines decades of innovative know-how and experience in creating world-class quality. Our products are found in high-performing homes and buildings across the U.S. and Canada. For more information about the new CAR3®, visit https://aldes-na.com/ and https://www.aldes.ca/.

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O’Rourke Family Vineyards Winery Project

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Image Credit: FB/ O'Rourke Family Vineyards

Image Credit: FB/ O’Rourke Family Vineyards

This multi-phase project at O’Rourke’s Peak Cellars in Lake Country, British Columbia, Canada recently installed four Aldes Advanced Commercial Heat Recovery Ventilators (ERV’s), designed for large commercial applications that allow custom options such as hot water and chilled water coils. The project also has one InspirAIR® Commercial unit with a Fixed Plate Core, which offers high efficiency and easy to-configure options.  Each HRV handles airflows between 1,000 cfm and 3,000 cfm.

Once the project is complete, the property will feature unbelievable wine caves with 300 meters of winding tunnels and 12,000 square-feet of cave space. Currently under construction is the main winery, theatre, a restaurant, event room, formal wine tasting room, and the Owner’s Home.

Manufacturer’s representative Trane Kelowna facilitated the Sales of the Aldes solutions for O’Rourke Winery.

Ecora Engineering from Penticton, BC is the mechanical engineer, and mechanical contractor is Christman Plumbing and Heating.

Aldes’ quiet, high-efficiency HRV solutions are perfect for improving indoor air quality while saving energy and reducing operating costs. From automatic airflow controls to advanced heat and energy recovery ventilators, Aldes has the right product for your project. Aldes North America products can be found in buildings across North America.

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Ventilation and COVID-19

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At Aldes, healthy indoor air is not just what inspires us, it is what we deliver.  During these past few months of the COVID-19 crisis, we have all listened as infectious disease experts have attempted to provide answers to innumerable questions surrounding the transmission of the virus.

Many of those questions are from homeowners and building maintenance managers wondering how to reduce the spread of COVID-19 within a building or home using their HVAC system.

An abstract of a study published recently in the journal of Respiratory Medicine, The Lancet, links mechanical ventilation with a dramatic reduction in the time that droplets containing COVID-19 stay airborne in a room.  The more air exchange that an area gets, the less time particles remain in the air at mouth-level where they can be transmitted from person to person.  The study shows that in a well-ventilated space, the average time for half of the particles to fall is 30 seconds, whereas in the same space without ventilation, the time is over 5 minutes – that is 10 times longer!

Knowing this, to help keep yourself safe if you are in close proximity to someone who may have  COVID-19, it is very important to ensure that your ventilation system is operational and well-maintained.

If you have an HRV or ERV:

  • Ensure that the filters are clean.
  • Remove any blockages in the intake and exhaust grilles on the outside of the building.
  • Set the HRV to air exchange mode. High speed will bring in more outdoor air and move the air faster.
  • Do the “tissue test” at the air supply and exhaust grilles to ensure that air is flowing. Take a tissue and hold it up to the grille. It should quickly stick to the exhaust grilles and quickly blow away from air supply grilles.  If the tissue test shows no airflow at one or more grilles, contact a ventilation contractor.
  • Keep inside doors open at least slightly to allow air to flow freely in and out of the ventilation system.

Remember, the important thing is for the “bad” air to be replaced by fresher air.  Do not use ceiling fans or pedestal fans that recirculate air within the same room – in fact, these can be even worse than having no ventilation at all!

Finally, opening a window is always a great way to increase the air exchange when weather permits.

Aldes is at the forefront of Healthy Living – delivering fresh air to occupants of all buildings, for health, well-being and a better life for all of us.

Written by Chris Bender, Business Line Manager (ERV/HRV)

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To Better Serve Customers, Aldes is Transforming Our North American Operations

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Success requires bold change. Aldes is excited to announce a new chapter for our operations in North America. On Jan. 1, 2020, American Aldes and Aldes Canada are becoming one entreprise: Aldes North America. The companies are combining their resources and expertise into a single, cohesive entity that will be even greater than the sum of its parts.

Transforming into Aldes North America will provide an improved customer experience for our partners with one cohesive sales and customer service team, providing decreased lead time and increased responsiveness. Through this transformation, Aldes’s growth is projected to triple by 2025.

The Road of Growth

During this process, we’ll be hiring additional talent, combining resources and expanding our footprint throughout North America. It’s all part of our mission to be the leader in providing superior-quality IAQ and energy-efficient HVAC solutions to the residential and commercial markets.

As one being, Aldes North America will combine the strengths of American Aldes and Aldes Canada. We will continue to be an industry leader in both residential and commercial air-to-air heat and energy recovery products. The transformation will open the market in Canada for airside products (automatic airflow controls, residential in-line fans and patented demand control devices for commercial applications) currently only offered in the U.S. The new company will offer a sustainable competitive advantage through continual innovation in products and solutions found in high-performing homes and buildings across North America.

What’s Next?

We’re excited about the rebranding. In the interim, however, it will be business as usual for the Aldes family. The friends, partners, customers and other stakeholders of American Aldes and Aldes Canada can expect a seamless transition. For more information on the transformation, visit https://aldes-na.com/ and https://www.aldes.ca/. The new Aldes North America website will launch in early 2020.

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