by Micrometl | Jan 15, 2026 | Mixing Boxes & Econos
Reducing energy costs and lowering HVAC cooling loads — that’s the true purpose of an economizer. At its core, an economizer is a controlled ventilation device that strategically introduces outdoor air into a building. When the outdoor conditions are favorable, it can...
by Micrometl | Jan 15, 2026 | Mixing Boxes & Econos
Economizers are designed to improve HVAC efficiency by mixing outside air with return air—reducing compressor use whenever outdoor conditions allow. But the performance of any economizer depends heavily on the integrity of its dampers. When dampers leak, energy...
by Micrometl | Jan 15, 2026 | Mixing Boxes & Econos
Nighttime cooling strategies—often called “night air cooling” or “free cooling”—have been discussed for decades. Many homeowners attempt to reduce energy costs by shutting off the air conditioner, opening windows, and relying on cooler night air to bring down indoor...
by Micrometl | Jan 15, 2026 | Mixing Boxes & Econos
California’s Title 24 has shaped HVAC efficiency standards for more than a decade, and its influence continues to spread. Whether you are working in California or in a state adopting similar codes, understanding Title 24’s impact on economizers and ventilation control...
by Micrometl | Jan 15, 2026 | Mixing Boxes & Econos
Properly setting the minimum outside air position on an economizer is essential for comfort, energy efficiency, and code compliance. While controls explain how to adjust a minimum position, they don’t tell you where to physically set the damper blades to deliver the...
