U.S. Energy Group launches USE Manager 6.0

U.S. Energy Group launches a new version of the USE Manager online monitoring system. The new USE Manager 6.0 features fully-integrated real-time status and building control via the web, allowing building owners and managers to know exactly what is happening in each building of a large portfolio and take action remotely and immediately. The new USE Manager 6.0 integrates information from the USE Controller Energy Management System (EMS) and the patented USE Verifier Digital Fuel Gauge. USE Manager has always been known for its alerting features, which direct attention to the most critical issues, allowing property managers to drive their buildings to peak operating efficiency in just minutes a day. The new USE Manager 6.0 provides more information in a more intuitive format and allows property managers to actually change heating system functions, such as desired indoor temperature (DIT), in response to Alerts right from their web browser. The new 6.0 platform will also pave the way for many new exciting features in the future, such as more expansive monitoring capabilities for water, gas and electric and direct integration to PDA devices. USE Manager 6.0 is an essential application for building managers interested in saving fuel and money and in practicing the art of managing for energy efficiency. "Building managers are busy" said Jerry Pindus, CEO of U.S. Energy Group. "Now with the USE Manager 6.0, they have fully-integrated, real-time information right off of the Internet. They can reduce trips to their buildings and take care of everything right from their desk or from wherever they have access to a web browser. The USE Manager 6.0 gives owners 'peace of mind' - property managers have the information to give the type of service required to run the buildings efficiently." "The USE Manager 6.0 represents the next generation of building management," said David Unger, chief technology officer of U.S. Energy Group. "It's not just about monitoring; with USE Manager 6.0, you can fully control the buildings remotely via the web and also get critical information about the performance of the heating systems in realtime." NEW VERSION 6.0 FEATURES * Change key building settings right from your web browser. * * Change desired indoor temperature (DIT). * Apply Aquastat adjustments. * Program desired cycle times. * Real-time status of critical boiler information* * Full system integration with the NEW USE-Controller (Next-Generation EMS).* * More intuitive, user-friendly layout and design - it has never been easier to track an entire portfolio. * More actionable information, making it easy to address alerts immediately. * Updated building profile pages, with more comprehensive details, keep all of the information you need to know in one place. This is especially useful for larger portfolios. * New customizable alerts for: * Cold apartments * Long pressure time * Switch to oil in cold weather * Overall performance and speed enhancements. Manage your buildings in minutes a day. * Hardware upgrade required. The entire U.S. Energy Group product system (USE Manager, USE Controller EMS, USE Verifier Digital Fuel Gauge, and the USE Tracker Program) is available from U.S. Energy Group and its authorized agents. Prices are determined after a site-survey and vary based on the number and size of the buildings, oil tank access, and on the options selected. With 30 years in the industry, the company offers personalized customer support and provides a one-year parts and labor warranty. Additional information is available at: www.use-group.com.