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May 2010 National TV Show HouseSmarts Focuses on Trane and Energy Efficiency
The production crew for HouseSmarts, a nationally syndicated television program hosted by contractor and home improvement expert Lou Manfredini, recently traveled to Great Falls, Va. to film and follow the installation of two, high-efficiency Trane HVAC systems with Trane CleanEffects.

Reporter Mike Ayala takes viewers step-by-step through the installation process and introduces us to the Perna family, who chose the Trane systems for their home to save energy and reduce their soaring utility bills. Watch the video here. More
April 2010 Tyler Employees Green East Texas in Earth Day Celebrations
Earth Day is coming to East Texas today with an employee, customer and community celebration at the Ingersoll Rand operation in Tyler. The celebrations are in recognition of the company’s announcement of its new Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability. More
February 2010 Whole-House Air Cleaners Recommended in Supplemental Report to the Washington Post
A supplemental report on allergies and asthma, published in The Washington Post on February 17, 2010, featured Trane spokesperson and registered nurse Elizabeth Irvine. In the report Irvine recommends a whole-house air cleaner to help prevent asthma and allergy triggers in a home's indoor air. Trane's clean air messaging is included in Irvine's remarks.
February 2010 Trane Interviewed by Home Improvement Expert Lou Manfredini, Live from the 2010 International Builders' Show
Kevin Carlile, vice president of Trane sales for Residential Solutions, was interviewed at the 2010 International Builders' Show for a video news release hosted by home improvement expert Lou Manfredini. The interview focused on energy-efficient HVAC products that can contribute to homeowners receiving tax credits for energy efficiency. The interview was broadcast on numerous media outlets across the United States.
February 2010 Larry King Jr. Demonstrates How Trane CleanEffects™ Helps Create a Healthier Home Environment
In celebration of February's American Heart Month, Larry King Jr., president of the Larry King Cardiac Foundation, was interviewed by 26 television and radio stations around the country. He recommended Trane CleanEffects as a solution for removing harmful particles from a home's indoor air, which can help contribute to a healthier home environment overall.
January 2010 Trane System Energy Efficiency Touted in GreenBuilder Magazine
The January edition of GreenBuilder Magazine features Trane many times throughout its pages. Trane is mentioned as a national sponsor of the ReVISION Vegas show home, a research and training project designed to showcase the full spectrum of green retrofit technologies and home performance upgrades. The home, profiled in the magazine and displayed at the 2010 International Builders' Show in Las Vegas, featured an installed Trane 20-SEER heat pump and corresponding air handler. More
November 2009 Trane CleanEffects™ Recommended in Wall Street Journal Supplemental Report
Trane CleanEffects is featured in a recent supplemental report to the Wall Street Journal, Eastern Edition. The report focuses on tips and product solutions for readers suffering from ear-nose-and-throat-related ailments and conditions. In the article, Dr. David MacIntosh of Environmental Health & Engineering is quoted recommending Trane CleanEffects as one of the best solutions for reducing allergens and particles in a home's indoor air.
November 2009Trane CleanEffects Featured on NBC’s TODAY Show
Contractor and home improvement expert Lou Manfredini featured Trane CleanEffects during a Nov. 17 appearance on NBC’s TODAY Show. Lou's segment titled “Easy Solutions for Stinky Cleanups” focused on removing cigarette smoke, smells and stains from the home. During the segment, Lou presented ways to clean surfaces in the home, and then moved into the importance of cleaning air in the home as well. He encouraged viewers to install a whole-house air cleaner – and mentioned Trane CleanEffects – to remove particles and allergens, including smoke from the home’s filtered air.
October 2009Home Improvement Expert Gary Dymski Shows TV Viewers How Trane CleanEffects Can Help Prepare a Home for Winter
Home improvement expert Gary Dymski was interviewed by 18 TV stations around the country and recommended Trane CleanEffects to help prepare a home for winter.
September 15, 2009Trane Introduces Industry’s First Fully Communicating Modulating Furnace
Trane is pleased to announce the launch of the only fully communicating modulating furnace in the industry, the XC95m. The exclusive modulating technology behind the new XC95m provides today’s homeowners with the ultimate in home comfort, as the furnace modulates its heat output based on indoor conditions. As the difference between set and indoor temperatures increases, the furnace increases its heat output to meet the load requirement of the house. Once the load requirements decrease, the XC95m furnace lowers its heat output to meet the set temperature within the home. It’s almost as if your furnace can read your mind, or your home’s mind, for that matter. More
August 2009Trane Featured on Scientific American’s 60 Second Science Blog
Trane was positioned as a category expert recently on Scientific American’s 60 Second Science blog. The Trane Charge Assist was mentioned, as well as the XL20i.
August 10, 2009Trane Introduces New Heat Pumps to Provide Dealers and Consumers With Even More Energy-Efficient Offerings
For many homeowners, a heat pump is one of the most energy-efficient heating and cooling options available. According to the Department of Energy, heat pumps can provide up to four times the amount of energy they consume. While heat pump sales are not yet ready to assume the leadership position firmly held by air conditioners, they are definitely growing in popularity. According to a leading industry publication, the market share for heat pumps has grown to more than 30 percent and thanks to the energy-efficiency tax credit, sales are likely to increase even more. As an industry leader, Trane is consistently providing its dealers with innovative products to meet the needs of builders, contractors, and consumers alike. Thanks to its two new heat pumps, the Trane XR15 and XB14, there’s a whole new set of options to meet Energy Star® and tax credit requirements. More
July 2009Trane Product Recognized in Leading Trade Magazine
Trane is recognized for excellence in product design in the 6th annual Dealer Design Awards Program sponsored by The Air Conditioning Heating Refrigeration (ACHR) NEWS magazine. The Trane ComfortLink™ II Communicating System was selected as the Bronze Award Winner in the Residential Controls category. More
July 2009Energy-Efficient Systems from Trane Featured On Scientific American Blog
Energy-efficient systems from Trane are mentioned in a recent post on the Scientific American Blog "60 Second Science." According to the post, "Last year Trane came out with a device, Charge Assist™, that lets technicians add precisely the right amount of refrigerant. Trane's top-end air conditioners continuously monitor and recalibrate themselves."
June 2009Trane and Energy Efficiency Benefits Featured in Money Magazine
Trane was featured in the June 2009 edition of Money magazine. According to Money: “If you have a central unit and it’s at least 12 years old, you could save 30% on cooling bills with a new Energy Star-qualified one, says Dale Hoffmeyer of Energy Star. The sweet spot for value now and savings later: a model with a 16 seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER), says Joseph Harberg of Current Energy, a Dallas retailer of efficient appliances…He likes the 16-SEER Trane XL16i.” The article reached 5.7 million readers.
June 2009Trane Brand Featured on Nationally Syndicated Television Show, HouseSmarts™
Contractor and home improvement expert Lou Manfredini traveled to Tyler, TX to film an “On the Road with Lou” segment for his nationally syndicated television show, “HouseSmarts.”

The “On the Road with Lou” segment highlights local points of interest and home improvement tips in cities around the country and is a regular part of the 30-minute home improvement program. More
May 2009Trane CleanEffects™ Included in an Interactive Report from the Associated Press
Trane CleanEffects™ was featured in an interactive report posted to the Associated Press Web site about allergy proofing the home.
May 1,2009Trane Announces Significant Changes and Enhancements to Limited Warranties
Effective today, Trane has lengthened many of its limited warranties and has also moved to a new, easy-to-use, warranty registration process. The changes reflect Trane’s continued commitment to quality, durability and reliability, and offer more reasons for consumers to purchase its products during these economic times. More


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