Luvata produces two kinds of coating to protect the coils within heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration units. ElectroFin® E-Coat is a factory-applied solution which involves full immersion. Read more under E-Coat. Luvata Insitu® is a spray-on coating, and can be applied either in the factory or in the field. Read more under Insitu. See a complete list of our licensed Insitu® coil and cabinet applicators. Both E-coat and Insitu coating processes are widely used by manufacturers of HVAC&R equipment and HVAC&R contractors all over the world. ElectroFin® E-Coat was designed to protect HVAC&R coils from corrosive environments and is a market-leading product, used by every major OEM. It has excellent corrosion resistance, as well as uniformity of coverage and coating thickness, and is recognised internationally as the best corrosion protection for fin and tube heat exchangers in coastal environments. Increased efficiency and length of service of HVAC&R systems

Reduced maintenance, replacement and operating costs Corrosion protection with complete coverage of metallic surfaces and sharp edges. Uniform film thickness from the outside fin edges to the deepest and most recessed areas internally. Flexibility means that bent fins can be straightened with no cracking or flaking of coating. Thermal conductivity is not measurably diminished compared with uncoated coil because of the thin film thickness and uniformity. The thermal performance of a coated coil is better than that of a fouled, oxidised coil. Guaranteed 100% coverage of any fin design, including enhanced fins up to 30 fins per inch, without bridging. Coil useful life is 3-5 times longer than the life of an uncoated coil in the same location and environment. View a demo of the E-Coat process Gloss - 60 degrees >1000 hours at 100 degrees F Very flexible, consistent film Coating of enhanced fins Up to 30 fins per inch -40 degrees F to 325 degrees F

When time is critical, a field-applied spray coating may be the right solution. Luvata Insitu® is a permanent, water-based, synthetic coating developed specifically for the protection of heat exchange units. It can be applied quickly at our facilities or on-site. While this technology does not match the complete immersion, factory-applied ElectroFin® E-Coat process, a spray-applied coating does provide a level of protection that is better than no coating at all. cost to replace air conditioning beltApplied by certified technicians, the coating is fast drying, with only a single application required.air conditioning service in phoenix arizona Decreases pressure and temperature deltasremoving hvac unit Creates a smooth surface for easy maintenance

High chemical and UV resistance Meets low VOC, water-based SCAQMD emission standards No refrigerant removal necessary Luvata Insitu® contains ES2 (embedded stainless steel pigment) technology, an anticorrosion coating specifically designed for the protection of coils mounted in corrosive areas. Coils will have a permanent, water-based synthetic coating with ES2 pigment applied to all coating surface areas without material bridging between fins. Sand & dust resistance Read more about becoming a Luvata Insitu licensed applicator. Here is a current list of our licensed Insitu coil and cabinet applicators » Luvata ElectroFin E-coat technical datasheet Luvata Insitu technical datasheet Maintenance Record_ElectroFin Coated Coil Procedures for Cleaning ElectroFin Coated Coils Prohesion Cycle Test Results Comparison Asked on: December 12, 2013 by Dale M., Fort Myers What’s the best heating system to have for cold snaps: my standard A/C system with heating or should I look into investing in a heat pump?

The best heating system for a Florida home always depends on how chilly it gets where you live and how warm you like to keep your home when it gets cold outside. A/C systems with heat stripsMost Florida homes, like yours, have a straight cool air conditioner with a built-in heating element for space heating, also known as “heat strips.” These systems are good for keeping your home cool during our hot Florida days and nights, but are less efficient at heating if the weather cools down. In fact, you spend two to three times more whenever you run the heat with your A/C system. Heat pump systemsHeat pump systems, on the other hand, heat more efficiently, which can help you save money if you live in a colder part of the state or if you run the heat often in the winter. In fact, those who use heat frequently could save up to $75 per year heating with a heat pump system compared to a standard A/C system. The right option for youSome areas of the state, like Fort Myers, can have chilly days.

So, whether or not a heat pump makes sense for you all comes down to whether you like to use the heat a lot during cold snaps. If so, a heat pump might be worth considering. If you rarely run the heat, you may want to stick with your current A/C unit with heating capabilities. You might also be interested in: How do I know when it’s time to replace my A/C or heat pump?Florida homeowners are pretty lucky. After all, we get to take advantage of beautiful beaches and a mild climate almost year round. But living in paradise comes with certain downsides too—one being salt in the air. Due to its corrosive properties, salty air poses numerous threats to homeowners who live on or near a coastal area. Your home, your car, and even the outside component of your air conditioning system can sustain damage when exposed to salty air over time. Fortunately, when it comes to your air conditioning system, there are easy ways you can protect your investment. Considering your air conditioning system is one of the biggest investments you’ll make for your home, it’s important to take action to counter the effects of salt-air exposure.

Continuous exposure to these coastal elements can shorten the life of air conditioning equipment and raise energy bills too. Specifically, coastal air can damage the metal coils within the air conditioning system’s condenser unit. HVAC manufacturers know that corrosion can be problem, which is why they coat new coils to protect them. If the coils are aluminum, manufacturers often coat them with aluminum oxide, while iron coils are coated with iron oxide. Although these measures can help protect the coils, the chloride in salt eventually breaks down this protective layer. Corrosion can impede air conditioning systems from cooling efficiently, which can increase the amount of energy your system needs to provide the same cooling comfort. In fact, a study found that it costs 220 percent to operate HVAC systems with uncoated coils compared to systems with coated coils. Property owners living in salt-air environments will have to replace their HVAC equipment more often than people who do not live in coastal areas.