ITC Seeks Public Comments on Remedy in HVAC Control Systems Case
The International Trade Commission is seeking public interest comments following an administrive law judge's final determination in a case on smart thermostat and HVAC control systems (ITC Inv. No. 337-TA-1258). The ITC announced that Judge Cameron Elliot had issued his final determination on April 4, finding no Section 337 violation but recommending a limited exclusion order and cease-and-desist orders if the commission disagrees.
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The case followed a Feb. 25, 2021, complaint by EcoFactor that alleged EcoBee, Google, Carrier, Emerson Electric, Honeywell, Resideo, Johnson Controls and Siemens were infringing on five of its patents concerning remote thermostat operations (see 2104010032).
Comments on public interest should address how the recommended remedial orders would affect the public health and welfare in the U.S., competitive conditions in the U.S. economy, the production of competitive articles, or U.S. consumers. Submissions are due to the ITC by close of business on May 20.