( INDIANAPOLIS ,   March 7, 2007 ) -- RLCS is proud to announce that Home Magazine has recognized Carrier Corporation's Infinity™ System as a 2007 Building Product Award winner for its innovation and energy efficiency. Each year, Home Magazine reviews hundreds of building remodeling goods in search of innovative, eco-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing products for its Building Product Awards. These awards are only granted to products that help make people's lives more enjoyable and comfortable, and their homes more functional. Carrier's Infinity System with HybridHeat™ technology is a leading product in this category, and Home Magazine is showcasing it in their March 2007 issue (on news stands now).
“As fuel and energy costs continue to rise, homeowners are becoming increasingly focused on saving money,” says Halsey Cook, President, Carrier Residential Light Commercial Systems, North America .  “Our Infinity System with HybridHeat has innovative and responsible technology that reduces energy consumption and lowers your heating bills.”
Carrier's HybridHeat system doesn't sacrifice convenience or comfort while helping homeowners reduce their heating costs. Once the controls are set properly (based on local conditions and energy costs), the system selects the most cost-effective heat pump and gas heat operating modes automatically. In addition, Infinity™ Controls offer unmatched capability for controlling humidity, air quality, ventilation, and fan speeds. Infinity Controls give homeowners the option of seven-day programming of up to eight different zones at varying temperatures. Carrier's Infinity System meets the new 2006 Energy Star requirements and offers the efficiency and comfort of two-stage cooling and two-stage gas heating, along with many other advanced features and benefits.  “This award reflects Carrier's continued investment in product innovation and technology,” said Mike Branson, Carrier brand manager for Residential Light Commercial Systems. “We are honored and excited to receive this recognition.”

“As a leader in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) innovation and technology, Carrier continues to raise the standard for HVAC product excellence and innovative design,” Cook added.