North Syracuse, NY (PressExposure) July 27, 2010 -- ICM Controls, a leader in the manufacture and supply of electronic controls to the HVACR industry, announces its new SimpleComfort® series programmable communicating thermostat (PCT). The SE5000 features an in-home display (IHD) coupled with a residential thermostat, providing direct HVAC load control by utility companies serving Smart Grid customers.
The SimpleComfort SE5000 series is designed around ZigBee's Smart Energy (SE) profile for communication with smart meters, an industry-leading core technology for monitoring, controlling, and automating the delivery and use of energy to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The SE5000's in-home energy display allows the end user to monitor key energy data in real time.
The SE5000 PCT series is the latest addition to ICM Controls' popular SimpleComfort® product line, and features 7-day programming, multi-stage heat/cool compatibility with adjustable temperature differential for each stage, automatic changeover, and soft-touch control buttons.
"The SimpleComfort® SE5000 generates greater efficiencies by bringing real-time visibility into the home, thereby empowering the consumer with the knowledge they need to make educated decisions about their power usage," said Ron Kadah, President of ICM Control Corporation. "The SimpleComfort® SE5000 elevates ICM Controls to the forefront of smart grid technology."