Even if your product is popular, that doesn’t mean it can’t be enhanced. Continuous product improvement helps companies stay relevant and adapt to changing market trends and customer demands, preventing them from being overtaken by competitors. Noritz America recently introduced an upgraded version of its flagship commercial unit, the NCC199CDV Pro condensing tankless water heater to incorporate several new, installer- and end-user-friendly features.
“The goal with these enhancements,” explains Jason Fleming, Noritz Executive vice president and general manager, “is to make the NCC199CDV Pro an even more compelling choice for facility owners and managers looking for faster, reliable, worry-free hot-water delivery.”
New features include greater energy efficiency, as the upgraded unit offers a UEF of 0.98, an improvement from the predecessor line’s 0.96 UEF. That enhancement translates into even fewer harmful emissions from the product’s high-efficiency condensing combustion process. In addition, Bluetooth connectivity delivers greater control over functionality, including timers and temperature control. But this connectivity also allows the installer to set up the heater more quickly and easily from a smartphone.
All models include a display built into the bottom of the front panel, showing the water heater’s current temperature, operational status and error codes. Also, with Quick Connect PRO technology, up to six NCC199CDV Pro units can be connected as a single system. Previously, only two units could be combined.
Up to 12 units in a single application can be common-vented for a more attractive installation that minimizes wall penetrations. Previously, only six units could be vented together. Natural gas is the default fuel type for all models. However, each unit is shipped with a gas conversion kit to facilitate quick switching to liquid propane on the job site. The NCC199CDV Pro is designed as an indoor unit with a power-vented air supply and exhaust for interior applications. However, a special conversion kit can quickly convert the unit to an outdoor system.
Btu/h inputs range from a low of 12,800 to a high of 199,900, with flow rates from 0.4 to 11.1 gpm. Up to 24 units can be installed together, creating a turndown ratio of nearly 375-1 to accommodate large commercial applications with fluctuating hot-water demands throughout the day. The upgraded unit is somewhat smaller at 62 pounds, eight pounds lighter than its predecessor.
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