RSCS members can use Monaire's AI HVAC and refrigeration monitoring to cut energy waste, emergency repairs, and downtime.
SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monaire, an AI automation platform for HVAC and refrigeration, today announced it is the first energy solution available to members through Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions (RSCS), the largest procurement cooperative in the quick-service restaurant industry. The RSCS Monaire Member Program gives operators a vetted path to lower HVAC and refrigeration operating costs across multi-site portfolios. Monaire is already deployed across hundreds of restaurant locations operated by RSCS members, including Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and other leading brands.
HVAC and refrigeration are among the biggest controllable costs in a restaurant — from guest comfort and kitchen load swings to after-hours runtime and emergency repairs. Through the program, RSCS members can add wireless sensors and continuous AI monitoring to existing equipment — no rip-and-replace. Monaire flags performance issues and likely failures early, so teams can act before issues turn into energy waste, emergency repairs, or downtime that impacts guest comfort.
The program is also built to fit how members already run maintenance. Monaire can route early alerts into work orders in the member's existing CMMS — including platforms such as EcoTrak, ServiceChannel, and Restaurant Intelligence, among others, so diagnosis and action stay in one workflow instead of a separate system.
Key capabilities of the RSCS-Monaire Member Program include:
- Easy to install: Uses non-invasive wireless sensors on existing HVAC and refrigeration assets without requiring costly equipment replacements.
- Monitor every unit: See how every HVAC/R unit is performing, 24/7. Monaire collects temperature, humidity, runtime, and equipment data across your portfolio.
- Lower operating expenses: Reduces electricity/natural gas consumption, lowers repair costs and extends physical asset lifespan across multi-site portfolios.
- Catch issues early: Monaire detects abnormal equipment behavior early, explains what is likely happening, and helps teams act before it becomes a comfort complaint or emergency repair.
- Get repairs done: Turn detected issues into action with AI-assisted work orders, CMMS integrations, vendor context, and repair tracking from issue to resolution.
- Verify the fix: Know whether the work actually solved the problem. Monaire checks equipment performance after service and tracks improvements in energy use, comfort, repair costs, and equipment health.
"Our members are continually looking for practical ways to improve the middle of the P&L by reducing operating costs without adding complexity," said Paul Hanniffy, Sr. Vice President, Development & Equipment Solutions, RSCS. "Monaire represents an important first step in expanding the solutions we can bring to our members in HVAC/R management, providing a proactive approach to equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance. We are confident Monaire will be a strong partner for our system as this space continues to evolve and new capabilities emerge."
"Restaurant operators need earlier action and measurable outcomes, not another dashboard," said Rahul Subramany, Founder & CEO at Monaire. "We're proud to partner with RSCS to help its members reduce operating costs."
Restaurant operators using Monaire typically reduce energy consumption by 10–25% and repair costs by up to 30%, while experiencing fewer disruptive equipment failures.
Availability: The RSCS Monaire Member Program is available now through the RSCS Member Programs portal. Eligible members can review program details and schedule an assessment with Monaire.
To learn more, visit https://aftermarket.rscs.com/member-programs-dashboard/energy/monaire
About Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions
Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions (RSCS), based in Louisville, Ky., is the largest procurement cooperative in the quick-service restaurant industry and the exclusive supply chain management organization for Yum! Brands restaurant systems, including KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and The Habit Burger Grill, with supply chain services also for A&W. RSCS negotiates pricing for tens of thousands of food, packaging, and equipment items for its members. For more information, visit https://rscs.com/.
About Monaire
Monaire was founded by former Trane and SimpliSafe executives and is transforming HVAC and refrigeration management for commercial facilities. Monaire's AI platform and wireless sensors help customers lower energy and repair costs, reduce downtime, and get faster ROI by catching issues early on existing equipment. To learn more, visit www.monaire.ai.
Media Contact
Rahul Subramany, Monaire, 1 339-666-2473, [email protected], https://www.monaire.ai
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