Hot Talk Newsletter – April 2013
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MBS International Airport ZMesh Roof Ice Melt System
Roof Ice Melt & Drain De-icing System at the new MBS International Airport Terminal
FREELAND, MICHIGAN October 2012- Heatizon Systems has a unique presence at the new MBS International Airport Terminal, in the Great Lakes Bay Region, in providing an extensive roof deicing system for the unique and flowing roof ridge and drain design.
This new terminal touts sustainablity through energy-saving design elements with local materials and supplies being used whenever possible to practice LEED standards. The designers and developers did not pursue overall LEED certification in order to minimize the 25% increase in overall cost to do so. Approval for design of the new Terminal from Reynolds, Smith and Hills Inc (RS&H), an aviation and architectural firm came in 2008 with preliminary funding already secured under the FAA Airport Improvement Program and the Airport itself.
The main design agenda was to meet needs of passengers, carriers and tenants for the long term with an easy to maintain, efficient to operate and easily adaptable use for future and the present needs. At $50 Million, and six years in the making from preliminary plans to completion, the new Terminal will now open ahead of schedule by the end of October 2012, and will replace the existing terminal built in 1965.
Heatizons low voltage ZMesh roof ice melt was incorporated on the sloping roofs to allow for efficient drain paths, to manage snow loads and snow accumulation on the flowing slopes of this unique roof design. 26 CBX23 Control Units were used with S203 transformers powering our low voltage ZMesh bronze screen heating element. ZMesh was concealed under the membrane roofing material incorporating an efficient design to melt snow while allowing the water to efficiently drain into the drainage system of at the bottom of the slopes, preventing any ice build up around these crucial points.
This system was supported by Warmquest (Heatizon Authorized Distributor). Features of the system include an activation scheme that is controlled by a sophisticated system of temperature moisture sensors which activate when the temperature falls below the set point while moisture is present. Monitoring of each zones is achieved with Heatizons M329 Selector Boxes controlling up to 12 zones each. Manual override capabilities also ensure that ice and snow never build up around the roof drains that route through the heated part of the building.
Over 5000′ of 9″ wide ZMesh heating element was installed, per the system design, and control units were strategically placed throughout the buidling with a central convenient location for controls and monitoring.
Heatizon products were chosen for this project because they promote longevity, performance, and added control features. ZMesh has a 25 year warranty, with a performance record expected years beyond that, having systems operating flawlessly since 1979. These features made ZMesh an attractive solution to solve the weather implications a large commercial design such as this Airport would face in Michigan.
The MBS International Airport structure is now insured for safety, longevity and efficient operation by incorporating our unique roof ice melt products.
Heatizon provides unmatched experience and design support for small and large projects with all of our products including, interior floor heating & space heating, snow melting, roof deicing and heat tracing for all residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Pine Glades Road Snow Melt & Cabin Radiant Heat
Pine Glades Development – Jackson Hole, Wyoming
The Pine Glades Development in Jackson Hole, Wyoming offers breathtaking scenery and a unique Jackson Hole experience. This development, 7 blocks from the town square, features a western and contemporary influence that follows LEED certification guidlines in each Condo/Cabin structure, resulting in high energy efficiency and high standard of sustainablilty. You can find Heatizon products throughout this development, from interior space and floor heating for the Cabin residences to an extensive snow melting system for the tunnel entrance and road and sidewalks leading up the hill to the Cabin developement. With heated sidewalks and roadways, snow fall always means fun for Pine Glades residents.
Road, Tunnel, & Sidewalk Snow Melting System
Over 100 Heatizon CBX7 Control Units and Transformers are powering the extensive low voltage Tuff Cable Snow Melting system. Controls are stored in easily accessible vaults placed in two convenient and hidden locations within the complex underground or against the side of the mountain. Using this snow melting system eliminates plowing and the use of chemicals providing longevity to the asphalt and concrete surfaces, safety and convenience to its residents.
The road and sidewalk ice and snow melting system was designed as a preferential zoned system designed and installed by Heatizon Distributor Homestead Furniture of Cottage Grove, Oregon. When the system activates with its quad sensing pavement mounted temperature moisture sensors, the system initiates a preferential zone heating system with first preference being the road. When the road from the bottom tunnel entrance to the residences is clear of snow and ice, the sidewalks and parking lot will begin to clear. If during the second cycle (sidewalk & parking area) any additional or new snow buildup is experienced on the road, it will again take preference back to the road maintaining accessibility at all times. This system also utilizes multiple M329 Selector Boxes that phases the power on or off one at a time to each individual zone(circuit), this prevents primary circuit overload.
It is important to note that this system was designed to ASHRAE standards (snow melting requirements by region) as Heatizon designs all of its snow melting systems. Designing to this standard allows for the most economical operation and performance for the customer and the environment. Jackson Hole, Wyoming required 26 watts/sqft to meet the snow melt requirements for this application. Tuff Cable was installed on 5″ centers to achieve the correct wattage output. The final road covering was to be asphalt which requires machinery and a “hot” paving process. Tuff Cable was installed in a sand based bed below the asphalt being anchored to the compacted surface. A remote control operated conveyor belt dump truck spread and applied the sand over the Tuff Cable heating element evenly after it was anchored to the base. The sand based layer was carefully compacted with a roller to prepare it for the final asphalt application. Additionally, Tuff Cable was embedded in new concrete for the sidewalks, tunnel entrance, and the road drain gutters. Heatizon joint jumpers were used to span control joints as required by the National Electric Code for snow melting cables (surprisingly a unique aspect of Heatizon snow melting systems that separates these systems from the competition) see photo gallery Condo/Cabling Electric Radiant Floor and Space Heating
Each Cabin/Condo features Heatizon low voltage heating elements for entire space heating and heated floor comfort. ZMesh and Tuff Cable are used for in floor heat and zoned to create a LEED qualifying efficiency level and standard throughout the development. ZMesh was used under the wood floors, which are the majority of the floor coverings. Using ZMesh under the wood floors was an attractive solution since it can be nailed and stapled through and provides an even and gentle heat for these solid wood floors.
Tuff Cable Floorizwarm and SLC500 Systems were used for smaller in floor heat areas such as Master Bathrooms and Utility areas. Each condo also has a heated slab area in the garage to eliminate moisture buildup and speed drying of hanging winter recreational equipment that may drip water from melted snow on the floor. All of the floors utilize Heatizon products and are zoned accordingly with their own programmable thermostats that can be tied into a smart home system or left as is.
All of the Heatizon Radiant systems in this development boast a 25 year warranty, are low voltage, and are 100% efficient.
Tuff Cable and Floorizwarm Improvements
Heatizon Tuff Cable and Floorizwarm System Design Improvements
Press Release
For Immediate Release – May 8, 2007
HEATIZON SYSTEMS – Salt Lake City, Utah USA
May 08 , 2007 – Heatizon Systems Tuff Cable and recently redesigned Floorizwarm products assigned trademark.
Murray, Utah – Heatizon Systems Tuff Cable, a 10-gauge copper coated cable heating element, was issued a trademark by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office this week. The Tuff Cable heating element is used in conjunction with Heatizon’s low voltage radiant products for snow melting, roof deicing, space heating, and floor warming applications.
In addition, Heatizon Systems recently redesigned Floorizwarm products also received trademark status. The Floorizwarm system is designed to warm smaller areas, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and foyer areas, and delivers from 10 to 15 watts per square foot. The Floorizwarm products were recently redesigned, and now include a more compact Power Unit, making Floorizwarm even more attractive and affordable.
Steve Bench, Heatizon Systems’ Managing Member, believes his products are the best on the market. “We offer state-of-the art solid state components, and combine it with low-voltage technology to provide our customers with products that are easy to operate, virtually maintenance free, safe, and ninety-nine per cent efficient,” Bench said. “Customers can’t get better value than that.”
Bench also noted that the Floorizwarm Kit includes everything the customer needs to complete the install, including the Power Unit, Heating Element, and the Activation Device.
Tuff Cable heating element and the Floorizwarm heating element both come with a 25-year warranty.
RPA Awards 2008
Radiant Panel Association Annual Project Showcase Awards
Press Release
For Immediate Release – August 18, 2008
HEATIZON SYSTEMS – Salt Lake City, Utah USA
Murray, Utah – Heatizon Systems is pleased to announce that its premier distributor, Warmquest, was the recipient of an unprecedented three awards at the Radiant Panel Associations annual Project Showcase Banquet held last week.
Each year the Radiant Panel Association holds a contest to showcase select radiant heating, radiant floor warming and radiant roof snow and ice melt projects in the United States and Canada. On Saturday, August 16, 2008 in Chicago, IL, the Radiant Panel Association announced this year’s Showcase Awards winners and presented Warmquest with three attractive trophies.
Warmquest, a full line Heatizon Systems distributor, was proud to accept an award for each of the Utah based projects it entered. The winning projects submitted by Warmquest included commercial as well as residential applications.
In the “Electric Radiant” category Warmquest won First Place for the electric snow melting at the Jordan Valley Water Treatment Plant. The Jordan Valley Water Treatment Plant used Heatizon Systems Tuff Cable radiant heating element in new pour concrete for its main visitor and employee entrance sidewalk areas.
A Second Place award in the “Simplicity” category was accepted by Warmquest for the Gamble Residence which used Heatizon Systems ZMesh heating element to heat its newly finished basement. ZMesh is an ideal product to effectively heat basements because it requires no floor build up, it can be installed under almost any floor covering, and, if designed and installed correctly, it is robust enough to both warm the floor and heat the entire living space.
The Third Place award in the “Retrofit” category was given to Warmquest for its driveway and sidewalk retrofit snow melt project at the Fox Residence. Low voltage Tuff Cable was installed into existing concrete giving the home owner a snow melt system without the expense and mess associated with tearing out and replacing perfectly good concrete.
Warmquest was represented at the awards banquet by Mike Bench.
For additional information on Heatizon Systems or its fine products please visit www.Heatizon.com or contact Heatizon Systems at either (801) 293-1232 or info@heatizon.com.
RPA Awards 2007
Heatizon Snow Melting Takes Top Honors at RPA System Showcase Awards
Press Release
For Immediate Release – August 23, 2007
HEATIZON SYSTEMS – Salt Lake City, Utah USA
August 23, 2007 – Heatizon Systems products take top honors in the Snow & Ice Melting Division at the Radiant Panel Association System Showcase.
Murray, Utah – Heatizon Systems products have once again been recognized by the radiant industry at this year’s System Show Case Awards at the Radiant Panel Association and Radiant Expo convention, which was held in Hartford, Connecticut. Judges awarded Heatizon Systems products First Place in the Snow & Ice Melting Division for a roof deicing project which was installed in an LDS Church in Park City, Utah by WarmQuest, a Heatizon Systems Distributor.
Aesthetics, longevity and performance were the primary objectives when selecting the appropriate way to melt the snow and ice off of the roof of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints Stake Center located in Park City, Utah. Heatizon Systems Tuff Cable in a Heatsink Kit and Heatizon Systems ZMesh Roof Snow Melt and Deicing products were selected for the project because they were able to satisfy all three objectives. When the project was completed, approximately 3300 square feet of the roof of the large church located in snowy Park City, Utah was protected from ice dams, and icicles.
The architects desired to utilize metal in the valleys of the roof so Heatizon Systems Tuff Cable in a Heatsink Kit was selected for these areas. The Heatsink Kit was installed directly on top of ice and water shield. Then the Tuff Cable was installed into the Heatsink Kit. Once the Tuff Cable had been installed the Heatsink Kit was covered with ice and water shield, which was then covered with valley metal.
As for the eaves, ZMesh was selected and installed under the composite shingles approximately 8 feet up the roof. ZMesh was installed directly on top of ice and water shield (it could have been installed directly on top of the sub-roof but the ice and water shield was already in place). Once the ZMesh was stapled in place ice and water shield was installed directly on top of it. Composite shingles were then installed on top of the ice and water shield.
The roof snow melt and deicing systems are activated by an aerial mounted temperature/moisture sensor and an independent manual override for each of the 10 zones. The aerial mounted temperature/moisture sensor is wired to Heatizon Systems M329 Selector which turns each zone on in sequential order so the primary power source is not over loaded. The Selector also provides manual override to turn one or more of the zones on.
Heatizon Systems products have won numerous awards over the years, including 3rd place in the 1 to 5 Radiant Zones Category in 2006 for a space heating project, 1st Place in the Electrical Radiant Division in 2005 for a roof deicing project at the Park City Community Church, as well as 1st Place in the Electrical Commercial Division for a 77 zone snow melting project under granite pavers at the LDS Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Roof Patent
Heatizon Strategically Issued Patent for Roof Ice Melt Systems
Press Release
For Immediate Release – July 4, 2006
HEATIZON SYSTEMS – Salt Lake City, Utah USA
July 4, 2006 – Heatizon Systems is issued patent for roof snow and ice melt system.
Murray, Utah – Heatwave Systems L.L.C. d.b.a. Heatizon Systems is pleased to announce that it has obtained the rights to a patented under roof snow and ice melt technology designed to be installed under metal roofs, valley metal, and metal flashing. The patented product will be marketed under the brand name “Heatizon Heatsink Kit” and will utilize Heatizon Systems “Tuff Cable” heating element. Heatizon Systems roof snow and ice melt products will continue to be marked with the ETL mark for under roof covering material applications.
Steven Bench, Managing Member for Heatizon Systems, said, “We are extremely excited about the market potential for roof snow and ice melt that can be installed under metal roofing materials. Prior technologies for metal roofing materials have all attached to the exterior of the roof covering and were designed to provide a channel for water to escape the roof. Heatizon Systems products are designed to eliminate snow and ice from potential problematic areas of the roof, thereby eliminating the potential for ice dams and the damage they cause.”
Like all of Heatizon Systems low voltage products “Tuff Cable in a Heatsink Kit” proudly carries the ETL mark that indicates that it has satisfied the appropriate testing required by UL Standards. Bench stated, “Our research leads us to believe that Heatizon Systems roof snow and ice melt products are the only ones specifically listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for application under the roof covering material.”
Shawn Wright, with WarmQuest, an official distributor of Heatizon Systems products, commented, “I am not aware of any other heating element product that is both designed to be installed permanently under the roof covering material and is listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for roof snow and ice melting.”
Heatizon Systems products compete in the highly competitive radiant heating industry against many high voltage and hot water products. Unfortunately, some of the products that compete against Heatizon Systems floor warming, space heating, snow melting and roof snow and ice melting products are:
not listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory; and/or,
not being installed in a manner that is consistent with the requirements of the standards to which they have been tested and labeled.
For additional information on Heatizon Systems or its fine products please visit www.Heatizon.com or contact Heatizon Systems at either (801) 293-1232 or info@heatizon.com.
Patent Heatsink
Heatizon is Awarded a Patent on Heatsink Systems for Deicing Under Roof Coverings
Press Release
July 27, 2006
HEATIZON SYSTEMS – Salt Lake City, Utah USA
Murray, Utah – Heatwave Systems L.L.C. d.b.a. Heatizon Systems (“Heatizon”) is pleased to announce that one of its members, Steven D. Bench, was recently awarded a patent for a technology designed to remove snow and ice from the roofs of residences, and commercial and industrial buildings. Mr. Bench has assigned the manufacturing rights for the product covered by the patent to Heatwave Systems L.L.C. d.b.a. Heatizon Systems.
Heatizon manufactures a complete line of radiant in-floor space heating; radiant snow melting; radiant space heating; and, radiant roof snow and ice melt products. The company’s radiant roof snow and ice melt products are unique in the following four ways. First, they are designed to be installed under the roof covering material so they are permanent and not aesthetically distracting. Second, Heatizon Systems radiant roof snow and ice melting products totally remove the snow and ice off of the roof rather than melting just the eave line or merely providing a path for water like the traditional heat tape products. Third, they are engineered to last longer than most roof covering materials; and, Fourth, they are manufactured in the United States of America.
Russ Childs, with Heatizon Systems, said “we are extremely excited about the market possibilities of the newly patented technology. Like all of our products, those built utilizing the newly patented technology are specifically listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for application under the roof covering material.”
According to Steven Bench, Managing Member for Heatizon Systems, “Heatizon Systems long standing objective of being on the leading edge of product development, for the applications for which it endeavors to compete, has once again been satisfied.”
Shawn Wright, of WarmQuest, an official distributor of Heatizon Systems products, commented: “I am not aware of any other radiant roof snow and ice melting product that is designed to be installed permanently under the roof covering material and listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for roof snow and ice melting. There are, however, many roof snow and ice melt products that are designed to be installed on top of the roof covering material and in the gutters and downspouts but only Heatizon Systems products are designed to be completely invisible once the roof covering materials are installed.”
Heatizon Systems is located at 4137 South 500 West, Murray, Utah, 84123. For additional information on Heatizon Systems or its fine products please visit www.Heatizon.com or contact Heatizon Systems at either (801) 293-1232 or info@heatizon.com
New Low Voltage Control Unit
Press Release
2/11/2016
Ryan Bench
Heatizon Systems
888-239-1232
ryan@heatizon.com
Heatizon Introduces New Low Voltage Radiant Heat Control Unit
Heatizon Systems is excited to introduce the Radiant 8 low voltage control unit. Designed for use in interior floor and space heating systems, as well as roof deicing and snow melting systems, the Radiant 8 gives the user increased control over their system.
Entirely microprocessor controlled, the Radiant 8 is self-calibrating and provides more flexibility in setup and operation. New features include an Energy Miser mode, which holds the heated area at a fixed temperature to preheat an area for a storm. The system has a Pause on Temp which can limit the system to 85°F, limiting costs and saving energy. Also included is a built in 4 to 12 hour timer button providing a manual override for activating the system.
“The software on the Radiant 8 has been engineered to maximize performance. Once the proper values are entered into the Radiant 8 programming, the Radiant 8 provides carefree operation” says Heatizon Product Manager Alan Christensen.
The Radiant 8 is self diagnosing, and uses a visual display to report any information about the system. Coupled with a built in alarm to alert users to any detected faults, this visual display simplifies any troubleshooting that may occur. To provide added control, the unit includes built in ground fault protection.
Like our CBX units, the Radiant 8 houses a step down transformer and the necessary controls for powering low voltage ZMesh or Tuff Cable radiant heating systems. For more details about this control unit visit: http://www.heatizon.com/files/components/control-units-radiant8.pdf
HEATIZON SYSTEMS manufactures low and line voltage heating systems, providing roof deicing, snow melting, and interior heating solutions for commercial, residential and government projects. Heatizon products are sold by industry professionals via a distributor network.
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Michigan Distribution with Lakeshore Lifestyles
Press Release
1/25/2016
Ryan Bench
Heatizon Systems
888-239-1232
ryan@heatizon.com
Heatizon Systems Partners with Lakeshore Lifestyles for Michigan Distribution
Heatizon Systems is pleased to announce the addition of Lakeshore Lifestyles in Grand Haven, Michigan as an authorized distributor. Lakeshore Lifestyles will supply Heatizon’s line of snow melting, roof deicing, and floor and space heating products to Michigan and the surrounding area.
Lakeshore Lifestyles owner Jamey Dulin says that Heatizon products allow his company to continue their tradition of providing unique solutions to problems faced by their clients. As a Heatizon distributor, Lakeshore Lifestyles now offers complete, customizable solutions to the snow and ice problems in Western Michigan.
Michigan’s climate and Heatizon’s products are the perfect match. Heatizon is excited to expand distribution into a region that is already home to many Heatizon radiant heating systems.
HEATIZON SYSTEMS manufactures low and line voltage heating systems, providing roof deicing, snow melting, and interior heating solutions for commercial, residential and government projects. Heatizon products are sold by industry professionals via a distributor network.
LAKESHORE LIFESTYLES offers unique solutions for every project they complete in their general contracting and design business. They have been providing quality workmanship and custom solutions to Western Michigan for 20 years.
Lakeshore Lifestyles
16175 Robbins Road – Suite 3
Grand Haven, Michigan 49417
616-438-4530
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