Obtaining Credits for Ventilation Systems under LEED for Homes Program

This document is a guideline of the maximum potential points American Aldes ventilation products can contribute to obtaining certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) LEED for Homes Rating System. Future documents will summarize points available from other LEED programs such as LEED for Homes Mid-rise; LEED Homes Initiative for Affordable Housing; REGREEN Residential… Read more »

Clean Air Solutions for Homes Impacted by Wildfires

American Aldes has developed clean air solutions that positively pressurize homes with filtered fresh air to help prevent the infiltration of unwanted contaminants. Wildfires can spread ash and soot for hundreds of miles. Homeowners often complain of dust and ash build-up inside their homes, even though they are far removed from the danger of flames…. Read more »

5 Effective Ventilation Solutions for Condos & Apartments

Shared walls, air balancing, energy efficiency, stack effect, changes in local code…engineers face these challenges and more when designing centralized ventilation systems for multi-family dwellings. It’s no easy task to comply with codes and regulations, plus satisfy building owners and developers. American Aldes and our manufacturing representative partners have worked alongside engineers for nearly 35… Read more »

5 Benefits of De-Centralized Ventilation in Schools

Compare the number of students in a typical classroom to the number of employees in the average office space of the same square footage and you’d find the density in schools is 3 times higher. Bringing in the proper amount of outdoor air and delivering it to each space efficiently can be a challenge. Couple… Read more »

American Aldes and HTS Texas Secure Sale of 173 Commercial ERVs in Prestigious School District

American Aldes’ and their North Texas representative Heat Transfer Solutions (HTS) of Texas has secured sales of 173 Energy Recovery Ventilators serving four schools in the Frisco Intermediate School District.  Frisco, Texas is located just north of Dallas, and is one of the nation’s fastest growing cities in the United States, coming in fourth with… Read more »

New addition to Chicago skyline will use Aldes Zone Register Terminals

If you enjoy strolling along Lake Shore Drive and East Grand Avenue in Chicago, keep a lookout for a brand-new luxury residence claiming its spot along the skyline near the famous Navy Pier. One Bennett Park, designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, will house 69 condos, 279 apartments and will rise 70 stories.  American Aldes,… Read more »

Marriott Hotels Save Energy with American Aldes ZRTs

Marriott is well known among business and leisure travelers for providing an exceptional guest experience. As the world’s largest hotel company, Marriott International, Inc. has nearly 6,000 properties in 120 countries and territories. Engineers designing Marriott hotels understand that poor ventilation, odors, and discomfort can quickly erode the guest experience and have committed to ensuring… Read more »