Ennis Francis Houses, 2070 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY: Energy Retrofit for Enhanced Ventilation
Ennis Francis Houses, located at 2070 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in New York City, recently underwent a retrofit to modernize its ventilation system. Built in 1910, this 11-story building, comprising 190 units, now benefits from 3” eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators (CARs) in every apartment exhaust, improving indoor air quality and energy efficiency. eFlow USA collaborated directly with RSI (Restore Services Inc.) to supply these CARs, enhancing ventilation throughout the building.
Project Background
Ennis Francis Houses, a residential building constructed in 1910, has undergone a recent energy retrofit. The retrofit aimed at improving ventilation and energy performance across its 190 units.
Project Details
The 11-story building was modernized with eFlow-CARs to optimize ventilation in every apartment. These upgrades demonstrate the commitment to energy savings and improving indoor air quality for residents.
Technical Insights
The project involved installing 3” eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators (CARs) in every apartment exhaust. These CARs help maintain balanced ventilation and regulate airflow, contributing to better air quality and energy savings.
Picture credit to https://www.apartments.com/
Benefits of Installing eFlow CARs
- Improved Indoor Air Quality: eFlow-CARs reduce contaminants by providing consistent airflow throughout the building
- Energy Efficiency: These regulators improve the performance of the ventilation system, reducing energy costs
- Enhanced Comfort: Balanced air distribution ensures a healthier, more comfortable environment for residents
Conclusion
The retrofit of Ennis Francis Houses illustrates how eFlow-CARs can significantly improve energy efficiency and air quality in older buildings. The installation of eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators marks a step forward in modernizing New York City’s housing infrastructure.
For more details, visit eflowusa.net or email [email protected].
eFlow-CAR FACTS
eFlow-CAR is a simple solution to balancing ventilation systems. Constant Airflow Regulator is a device that automatically regulates airflows in ventilation systems to constant levels. The passive control element responds to duct pressure, and requires no electric sensors, pneumatic sensors or controls. eFlow-CARs promote high indoor air quality and energy savings.
- UL 2043 Classified
- Composed of fire resistant UL 94 ABS plastic
- Diameters offered: 3”, 4″, 5”, 6”, 8″, 10″
- Operating Pressure Range: 0.08 to 2.4 in w.g. (20-600Pa)
- Airflow settings: 15-765 CFM
- Temperature Limits: -22° to 140°F (-30° to 60°C)
- Suitable for both supply and exhaust applications
- No external power supply needed
- Field Adjustable CFM set point
- Capable of maintaining constant airflow within +- 5% for nominal airflow throughout the target operating pressure range of 0.08 to 2.4 in.
- Standard for Energy Efficient Compliance
