The Ultimate Solution for Fresh Air

The gold standard in Fresh Air Ventilation is HRV/ERV technology. With Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) and Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV), the homeowner realizes maximum energy efficiency, a balanced approach to fresh air, and additional benefits such as humidity control. HRV is recommended for colder climates and ERV is recommended for hot, humid climates. See the map below for more details. Both are integrated into the ductwork of the forced air system (new or retrofit) and both work 24/7 to ensure a steady flow of fresh air in the home.

Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV)

The unique dual-stream airflow design of Field Controls’ HRV keeps outgoing stale air separate from incoming fresh air and completely rejuvenates the air throughout your entire home up to eight times
a day.

Our balanced ventilation technology replaces indoor stale air with an identical amount of fresh air, keeping the home pressure-neutral. This balanced ventilation is also critical to prevent moisture build-up during the heating season which can lead to expensive rot damage and hazardous mold.

The Field HRV features a patented aluminum core which efficiently transfers heat from outgoing stale air to incoming fresh air. Our HRV lets you enjoy an energy efficient home without breathing harmful indoor fumes from paint, plastics, carpets, adhesives, and household products, or lingering pet odors or moisture that causes mold.

Benefits

• Replaces stale air 8 times a day
• A balanced system. Exchanges identical amounts of stale air for fresh
• Conserves energy by transferring heat or cool to incoming air
• Helps prevent moisture buildup during heating season
• Three models to choose from
• Ideal for colder climates of the Midwest and Northeast

Fresh Air Quality and Energy Efficiency
Because of the unique ability of an HRV to transfer the temperature of indoor stale air to the incoming fresh air, you’ll realize lower heating and cooling costs year round while enjoying all the benefits superior indoor air quality delivers. In fact, the efficiency of the Field Controls HRV is so great that virtually none of the warmth collected from your home in winter is lost to the outside. In summer, the HRV works in reverse by removing heat from the incoming air and transferring it to the outgoing air keeping your home clean and fresh.

Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV)

Nearly 90% of the energy used to cool a home is required to remove humidity. With the Field ERV, humidity is removed from the air before it is brought into the home – greatly reducing cooling costs. The Field Controls ERV uses membrane technology to transfer moisture and energy and our new, water-washable core is constructed with a non-cellulose material that will not deteriorate with moisture.

Benefits

• Replaces stale air 8 times a day
• Removes humidity from outside air
• A balanced system. Exchanges identical amounts of stale air for fresh.
• Conserves energy by transferring heat or cool to incoming air
• Ideal for warm, humid climates
• Only water-washable ERV core available
• Maintenance-free, energy efficient motor
• Most efficient ERV available

How the HRV/ERV Works
Fresh outdoor air is drawn into the HRV/ERV. The air is tempered (heated or cooled) as it passes through the core. Humidity is removed in ERV units. The tempered air is then distributed throughout the house via the HVAC ductwork. Stale air is circulated back to the HRV/ERV. As it passes through the unit, the heat/cool is extracted from the air and is used to temper the incoming air. The stale air is expelled outside. The system is 100% balanced. It expels the identical amount of air that is drawn into the home. Fresh air is cycled through the entire home up to 8 times per day.