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Gaining early popularity in the 1970s, previous generations of heat pumps were only considered useful in mild climates. But today, modern heat pumps, especially variable-speed mini-split heat pumps, are reliable, sustainable, and used in various ways, including ways our parents and grandparents would never have thought of. New uses include she sheds, man caves, garages, tiny homes, sunrooms, and even boats. We spoke to Sean Gallagher, Regional Sales Manager, Eastern Massachusetts, Mitsubi...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, introduces the s-MEXT indoor unit, a Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) unit for I.T. cooling applications. Uses include small-to-medium-sized data rooms, cell phone and cable TV/telephone/internet provider relay stations, medical imaging equipment cooling and critical cooling infrastructure applications, laborato...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a major supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-Split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, introduces kenza cloud®, a solution empowering commercial customers to remotely control, monitor, and analyze their Mitsubishi Electric VRF systems. Accessed through the website and its M-NET gateway (RMD-50A), Kenza Cloud is Mitsubishi Electric’s cloud-based platform for distributors, contractors, building owners...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, announces its upcoming launch of a new line of products utilizing a low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, marking a significant step forward in environmental sustainability in light commercial and residential heating and air-conditioning solutions. The new products are anticipated to be available in early 2025...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, recognized its top distributors as honorees during the 2023 Diamond Leadership Conference held at the Grand Velas Los Cabos, in Mexico’s Baja, California, Peninsula, from March 15-18, 2024. Honorees received either the Distributor of the Year Award or the Crowning Achievement Award from METUS. Conference attendees and th...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a major supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, has become the first manufacturer to receive the Energy Skilled recognition from the Department of Energy (DOE) for its Residential Heat Pump Installation and Comfort Advising training program. workforce training recognition The DOE launched the workforce training recognition program to support the development of a robust...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, announces the introduction of Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units (MSZ-GS/MSY-GS), an update to the former models (MSZ-GS/MSY-GL). Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units Part of a mini-split system, Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units can heat or air-condition any residential room. Premier MSZ-GS Indoor Units are compatible wi...
AHR Expo 2024 was abuzz with activity, befitting a dynamic industry in the throes of change. Industry developments such as electrification and the refrigerant transition render business opportunities on the AHR Expo show floor, where exhibitors display a determination to meet the challenges and thrive in the process. Walking from booth to booth during the three-day show in Chicago, I saw the best the HVAC industry has to offer, up close and personal. Innovation and adaptability are the w...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, will showcase a robust lineup of all-electric heat pump solutions and supplementary products at the 2024 AHR Expo. The annual event will take place January 22-24 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago. Designed for life, inside and out, all-climate heat pumps provide unparalleled energy efficiency through their ab...
According to a survey of U.S. homeowners conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), 63% of American homeowners have heard of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and 54% ranked government incentive (such as a tax credit or rebate) as one of their top three reasons why they would consider installing a heat pump. These findings, among others, were uncovered by the METUS 2023 Heat Pumps & Homeowners Index. The survey explored American homeowners’ attitudes toward the IRA a...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, introduces the Simple Ductless Wired (SDW) remote controller. The SDW remote controller is simple to use and is compatible with existing thermostat wire, allowing for easier installation. SDW controller features Suitable for multifamily applications, the SDW controller features programmable presets with 7-day scheduling....
As they leave the record-breaking summer sizzle behind, the preparations for winter are heating up. Green living trends are also heating up as homeowners respond to rising energy bills and government incentives designed to slow down carbon emissions. Approximately 82% of homeowners report having some level of concern with their utility bills, according to the 2023 Heat Pumps and Homeowners Index conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS). Nearly half (46%) say the cost to cool thei...
The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) announced the winners of the 2024 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. Winners are chosen annually in ten industry categories, representing the most innovative products and technologies in the market. Innovation Awards “There’s no shortage of innovation in HVACR right now,” said Show Manager, Mark Stevens, adding “To be recognized as an award winner is a true honor and an indication that...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pumps and air-conditioning systems, announced its commitment to helping California achieve its climate goal of installing six million heat pumps in the Golden State’s buildings by 2030. METUS is one of several of the world’s suppliers of heating and cooling solutions or water heating systems to make this commitment during the two-day Summit...
The House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) hosted a roundtable with private sector companies that manufacture, deploy, and utilize clean energy to celebrate the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) historic investments in America. Highlighting the urgency of finding innovative solutions to the worsening climate crisis during Climate Week, businesses from key sectors discussed how the IRA spurred historic private investments in the clean energy sector. In just one year, the I...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, will introduce a new integration for its all-climate heat pumps with SPAN.IO, INC. (SPAN), maker of the smart electrical panel. The collaboration between these award-winning category leaders is anticipated to accelerate household electrification and energy efficiency. The METUS-SPAN product integration, once available, is antici...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, celebrated the opening of its Distribution and Training Center in Florence, New Jersey with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held April 26. Strategically positioned near the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Turnpikes, this new 400,000-square-foot facility is intended to strengthen the company’s supply chain and provide efficient...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, announces the introduction of the intelli-HEAT™ Dual Fuel System. This new Mitsubishi Electric solution is compatible with any thermostatically controlled furnace and works with both single-zone and multi-zone systems. intelli-HEAT empowers homeowners who own gas furnaces to improve their homes’ comfort and sust...
The Credit Human Federal Credit Union headquarters, in San Antonio, Texas, set a new standard for sustainable building design. A collaboration between Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, and Credit Human, the building achieves ambitious goals for reduced energy consumption, water conservation, and lowered carbon emissions. CITY MULTI® water-source VRF system...
Franklin Park Middle School in Salem, Illinois, opened in 1980 and spans 82,398 square feet across two buildings. By 2021, four decades of use left many of the school’s facilities needing major renovations. Improvements would include expanded classroom space, a new parking lot, window replacements, and, most significantly, an upgraded heating and cooling system to replace the outdated and inefficient system. VRF heat recovery system After consulting with OMNI Energy Partners, Fran...
Since its opening in the fall of 2019, the 800 North High Street Building has become a fixture in the community. Part of Columbus, Ohio’s Short North Arts District, a neighborhood known for promoting local businesses and culture, this modern, mixed-use development features a co-working space, two restaurants, and Marriott’s new, modern hotel brand, Moxy. hottest submarket “When you look at the Short North, you’re talking about the hottest submarket within the hottest c...
Geo is a net-positive energy home built for health, safety, and a sustainable, nature-inspired living experience. Designed by GIGA Construction of Austin, Texas, Geo is the first project in the Houston 610 loop to pair a Tesla® solar roof with battery backup for electrical grid independence. The solar-powered residence keeps energy requirements low with an airtight envelope, insulation, LED lighting, and highly efficient appliances. comfort and energy-efficiency Mitsubishi Electric’...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a supplier of energy-efficient, high-performance ductless and ducted variable-capacity heat pump systems and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, announces Heat2O®, an all-electric domestic hot water heating system designed to improve sustainability and reduce energy consumption in multifamily buildings and large-scale commercial facilities. Introducing Heat2O Domestic hot water (DHW) accounts for roughly 2...
Nestled in a remote part of Michigan, Ontonagon is a village sitting on the edge of Lake Superior. With a population of about 1,500, Ontonagon residents are used to beautiful but humid summers on the lake and bitter cold winters. After years of enduring expensive and uncomfortable electric-resistance heat, Ontonagon Village Housing, a subsidized housing facility, decided to consider alternative HVAC options. “The electric bills kept getting higher, and we decided to price out bringing in...
A high-performance house nestled in the foothills of Nevada City, California, outside of Tahoe National Forest, is affectionately known as ‘Good Haus’ among its project team. The nickname was born from how the 2,390-square-foot home exemplifies the designers’ vision of a ‘good house,’ by intersecting design and performance, while also working as a play on builder/owner David Good’s name and Passivhaus. Good and his wife Mela Breen are cofounders and the build...
What would it be like to never pay a power bill again? Mark Kuntz, Chief Executive Officer, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), is well on his way to finding out. With a passion for high-performance building, Kuntz decided to put his knowledge to the test after buying an 11-acre property in Monroe, Georgia. “Our goals for the home were threefold: We wanted to build a house that would consume zero energy, incur no debt and utilize materials that are long life and relatively maintena...
Trane® - by Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator - is addressing complex industry challenges with leading solutions and expertise at the AHR® Expo 2023, the premiere event for HVACR professionals worldwide. The Trane exhibit (Booth B3217) will showcase the latest advancements for optimal, energy-efficient indoor environments, as well as expert insight on pressing industry issues, including growing demand for building decarbonization solutions, such as electrification, dri...
Some of the technologies in the HVAC market are mature, although the newest innovation is always just around the corner. Newer systems seek to be more sustainable and energy-efficient, and digital control technologies play a role in maximizing their performance. Trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart systems are the basis for the newest connectivity and control approaches. These innovations tie into the broader environment of smart buildings. Systems are also providing remote acce...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) all-climate heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, now offers the EZ FIT® MLZ-06 Recessed Ceiling-Cassette for those looking for the benefits of a recessed ceiling cassette in a smaller design. This sleek, narrow-body ceiling cassette is compatible with Mitsubishi Electric Multi-zone Outdoor systems. It can be easily installed as a system replacement or in new con...
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates, on average, space heating and air conditioning account for over half of an American household’s annual energy consumption as of 2015. Household-level decisions, including home and vehicle energy use, drive 40% of energy-related carbon emissions. Many Americans can help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while saving on operation costs and enjoying greater comfort control when they choose to use an all-electric, all-climate heat pum...
