Research & Development
Research & Development
Our Research and Development (R&D) team is committed to advancing the technology behind custom air handling units (AHUs) to improve energy efficiency, performance, reliability, and sustainability. We focus on cutting-edge innovations that not only meet but exceed industry standards, ensuring our products remain at the forefront of HVAC technology.
Our R&D efforts include:
- Advanced Energy Efficiency Solutions
Developing high-performance heat recovery systems, optimized airflow designs, and next-generation components to minimize energy consumption and reduce operating costs.
- Next-Generation Control Systems
Integrating advanced digital controls, sensors, and real-time monitoring.
- Sustainability & Green Technologies
Exploring eco-friendly refrigerants, recyclable materials, and ultra-low-GWP solutions to align with global environmental regulations such as UL 60335-2-40 and ASHRAE 15.
- Material & Structural Innovations
Researching new lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and high-durability materials to improve longevity, reduce weight, and enhance overall structural integrity.
- Compliance & Certification
Ensuring our products adhere to UL, CSA, AHRI, and ASHRAE standards while proactively adapting to evolving regulatory requirements.
- Custom Solutions & Performance Optimization
Collaborating with customers to develop tailored AHU configurations that maximize efficiency and adaptability for specialized applications, such as healthcare, data centers, and industrial environments.
Contact our HQ
Titan Matrix
7910 48St SE,
Calgary, AB T2C 2X6
Canada
Jim Clancy, C.E.T
jim.c@icewestern.com
403-252-5577 ext 222
Michaela Sobotnikova
Director of Operations
Michaela.s@titanmatrix.net
403-606-7077
Current /Ongoing R&D Projects
Our team is actively working on several groundbreaking projects to enhance the capabilities of our air handling units:
- Large Commercial Low Ambient Makeup-Air Heat Pump Applications
Developing high-performance heat pump solutions designed to operate efficiently in low ambient conditions, optimizing energy use in cold climates.
- Proprietary Burner Management System
Engineering our own advanced burner management system with additional safety monitoring, featuring a secure HTTPS web interface for configuration and real-time monitoring.
- High-Capacity High Turndown Modulating Burner
Designing a high-efficiency >3000MBH two-stage burner with high turndown capabilities for precise heating control and optimized fuel usage.
- Next-Generation Control Interfaces
Innovating new HMI and onboard web-based interfaces with advanced Ethernet communication protocols, real-time system overviews, detailed alarm reporting, and integrated trending tools for enhanced operation and fault diagnostics.
- Energy-Efficient Design Improvements
Continuously refining our AHU designs to improve thermal efficiency, reduce fan power consumption, and integrate the latest advancements in energy recovery and system optimization.