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Right now, everything seems to be costing more than it used to. From putting food on the table to keeping the lights and heating on, homeowners' wallets are taking bigger hits than ever before.
One way to deal with runaway energy costs and put a bit more cash back into the budget is through the use of energy management timers.
These devices can be mechanical (where you have to manually turn a dial or remember to turn them on and off, as in the photo below), or they can be digital or electronic (hard-wired into your system). Once you program an energy management timer with your specific needs, you're pretty much done.
These technological wonders can automatically turn lights, appliances, pools, window blinds, and even whole electrical systems on and off, reducing the amount of energy used. Less energy means lower energy costs.
Today, we're providing you with a buyer's guide that will cover some basic, ground floor information on what energy management timers are and what they do. Then we'll review several of our products that we feel are some of the best examples of their type.
When we're through, you'll have a better understanding of energy management timers and how they work, whether you're a homeowner looking to lower your service and repair costs or a contractor seeking the solution to a client's energy management issues.
First, let's look at the types of energy management timers available and what sets them apart.
Plug-in timers: Timers plug into an outlet and can then be used to power a light, appliance, or other items.
This might be the most familiar to the average user because of their suggested use to vacationers. They give the appearance that a home is "occupied" while residents are away, and they have a wide range of everyday uses, too.
Heavy-duty timers: Most energy management timers work on a small scale, operating only one item or system. Heavy-duty timers can be either mechanical or digital and can take on a much heavier load.
They’re ideal for controlling HVAC systems, pools and spas, energy-sucking appliances like water heaters, washers, and dryers, and security systems. Sometimes, depending on the timer, they can manage all of those things at once.
Time switches: Exactly as it sounds, time switches turn on and off at certain times. Want the lawn watered overnight? Need your entry light on at the same time every evening so you don't come home to a dark house?
Time switches can be programmed to turn on at specific times every day. In addition, some can be programmed to act as a relay timer, turning off after a certain amount of time has passed.
We should note that many energy management timers fall into more than one category. Many operate like a time switch, being programmed to come on and off at specified times. We've already mentioned that time switches can be used as a form of relay switch.
Therefore, it can be difficult to pin down exactly what type or category a timer falls into. The main issue to consider when choosing an energy management timer is to ensure that it solves the problem at hand. As long as it does the job you need it to, it doesn't matter what type of timer it is.
Now, let's examine a few of our products in a bit more detail.
The Marktime 71401 60-Minute Timer is perfect for any high current load, such as your pool, spa, sauna, track lighting, medical equipment, commercial cooking appliances, and more. It is a heavy-duty relay switch.
In fact, it has the highest amperage rating of any mechanical panel mount timer available.
Managing high energy loads in both the home and in commercial settings can bring about a big difference in your energy costs. The Marktime 71401's high amperage capability offers you that control at a lower price than most, saving you even more money.
See for yourself what the Marktime 71401 Panel Mount 60-Minute Timer Switch can do for you, as well as access its technical data and other specs by clicking the link below.
Here's one of those "vacation" timers we mentioned earlier, which many people are already familiar with. It can control one lamp or device.
These little timers are for more than just keeping your home safe while you’re away. They have everyday uses, as well. You can program these timers to operate a fan or small appliance, or to turn your holiday lights on and off, too.
Using the GE 15150 Plug-In Digital Timer is an inexpensive way to cut energy costs, especially in a small home or apartment. Its flexible settings adapt to your needs, so you have the safety and security of lights on when you need them, every day of the week.
The GE 15150 is a simple-to-use, inexpensive way to save money and gain some peace of mind. Read more about it and see for yourself.
Many home and business owners are switching to motorized window treatments, including blinds, shades, and even outdoor awnings. The reasons for doing so are varied, but include:
The Siemens Building Technology 5WG15231CB04 Blind and Shade Motor takes that last issue in hand, as it can be used to operate your motorized window treatments and even program them to open and close.
While you can't change the direction your home faces, you can change how much sun comes pouring in, and when. The Siemens Building Technology 5WG15231CB04 Blind and Shade Motor will do the job for you.
Check out the latest price and other details at the link below the photo.
Entryways, darkened hallways, seldom-used stairways, and other indoor areas that only need to be lit when in use can be big energy wasters when the lights are left on at all times.
Whether it's your home's entry or the back stairs of your office, you can solve the wasted energy issue. Better still, you can safely traverse the area with a motion-sensing light control from GE. Never enter a darkened area or struggle to find the light switch again.
The GE 10458 Indoor 360Deg Motion-Sensing Light Control's versatility makes it ideal for home, commercial, and office use. Whether you use it to light up your home's entryway or the office's supply closet, it's the perfect, inexpensive, easy-to-use choice.
We think we carry one of the widest selections of energy management timers available. We know, too, that our products are considered the best in their categories. Otherwise, we wouldn't offer them to you.
But, we also know that you're part of a discerning crowd of buyers concerned with price, quality, service, and more. To that end, here's a short list of reasons why you should consider us for your next energy management timer need:
We deal in products for both the contractor and the homeowner. The table below will let you know who is best suited to install each of the four products we've reviewed in this guide.
So, whether you’re a contractor looking for a customer's energy management timer solution, or a home or business owner looking to save on next month's utilities, we're confident you'll find just what you need.
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We can't promise you our energy management timers, or any other product, will make your significant other as happy as Ruben's wife. But what we can offer is great people and great customer service to meet your needs.
If you're not happy, we're not happy. That's why we offer a safe and simple process for returning a purchase. Whatever the reason, you can return or exchange anything you're not happy with. We’ll gladly process your request and issue you a replacement or a refund.
Whether your biggest concern is saving on your energy bills, or saving money on the items you need, Industrial Stores is here to help. We have years of experience and lots of great people ready to help.
Shop for your energy management timers today.
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