Each month, Multifamily Dive highlights new products of interest to the industry across a spectrum of product types and applications, including building products, smart tech features and property management and operations software and services.
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New and improved
Zurn Elkay has updated its line of Elkay Filtered Bottle Filling Stations, first released in 2010, to offer a sleeker design, simplify maintenance and lower long-term labor costs, according to the manufacturer. The consoles are available in a variety of new colors, including black, white and gray finishes.
The filter has double the lifespan of the previous model, accommodating 6,000 gallons before requiring replacement, and is certified for lead, microplastics, cysts, Class 1 particulate and chlorine taste and odor reduction. The units include a drop-down wrapper, allowing for quicker filter changes and less downtime. Clients can track bottles saved and maintenance needs using the associated app.
Out in the open
The Real Estate Technology & Transformation Center, an affiliate of the National Multifamily Housing Council, has updated its Multifamily Information Transaction Standards operating data model to provide a clear view of rental housing fees for potential customers, according to a news release shared with Multifamily Dive.
First released in 2003, the MITS was designed to help property owners make better use of new technology and comply with state and local laws. The model is free to the public and its use is voluntary.
The robot future
Security tech startup Undaunted provides human-controlled robotic security guards for a variety of applications, including multifamily properties.
The quadripedal robots are outfitted with LIDAR and 360-degree cameras for full-coverage monitoring of an area, according to the company website. A single human operator is able to control multiple robots at once, potentially across multiple properties. Each one is equipped with a two-way loudspeaker and siren, and may be used to engage threats. Service plans tailored for multifamily properties begin at $5,000 per month.
The full picture
The RealRents listing platform by Radix provides potential renters with a complete breakdown of the costs of renting a unit, including upfront disclosures of fees, discounts and concessions. The platform makes use of the same data considered by professional property managers in order to provide its view of rental costs.
The platform integrates with Radix’s existing analytics program to provide market insights for operators, including a real-time look at traffic, leases, occupancy, availability and concessions.
Natural finish
Armstrong World Industries has added new wood-look finish options for select lines of its MetalWorks ceiling and wall panels, according to a press release shared with Multifamily Dive.
The four new finishes, available across five MetalWorks product lines, include La Jolla oak, New Haven walnut, Cape May cherry and Montauk driftwood. All of these finishes have also been added to the Sustain portfolio for the Linear — Classics product line, designed to meet a high level of sustainability standards. The finishes are available for interior use only.
