by Shane Henson — May 10, 2013—LG Electronics USA Commercial Air Conditioning business announced the release of an updated portfolio of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner (PTAC) solutions this month that are specifically geared toward the hotel and hospitality market.
LG’s new line of PTAC products includes six updated models offering a range of capacity options to meet the needs of a rapidly expanding hospitality market. With an energy efficiency rating (EER) of up to 13.3, the products also offer the highest rating now available in the category, the company says.
The PTAC Heat/Cool 208/230V model is available up to 7,300, 9,500, 12,200, 15,100 Btu/h capacities with EER ranging from 11.2 (15,100 Btu/h model) up to 13.3 (7,300 Btu/h model). The 265V heating and cooling model includes 9,700 Btu/h and 12,200 Btu/h models, with EER up to 12.8 and 11.9, respectively. Six new LG Packaged Terminal Heat Pump (PTHP) models also are available for each voltage and capacity.
Industry differentiators for the new product line include an updated compressor—designed and manufactured by LG—for higher efficiency levels, combined with dual brushless digitally controlled motors on the interior and exterior of units and an innovative cross-flow fan to further increase performance levels with decreased noise levels.
With sound pressure ratings as low as 45 dBA (IDU) and 61 dBA (ODU), PTAC models from LG greatly reduce both in-room and exterior noise levels compared with traditional multi-room heating, air conditioning and ventilation (HVAC) systems, the company says.
LG’s PTAC portfolio also incorporates a range of additional benefits for hotel operators, facilities managers and service technicians, including:
- Positive Temperature Coefficient Ceramic heaters for safer and more effective heat distribution, without emitting common odors associated with heaters manufactured using alternate materials (available on 208V-230V models);
- Gold Fin anti-corrosion treatment on condenser coil on all models, providing an efficient and highly effective protection while extending product lifespan;
- Enhanced controls and user-friendly display, including timer and energy-saving model;
- All PTAC models manufactured and tested in LG factories for quality assurance; and
- Compatible with most energy management systems for additional energy savings.
