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NIBCO INC. has opened the Rex Martin NIBCO Interactive Museum, which honors its 120 years in business providing innovative and reliable flow control products. The museum offers a unique and enriching experience from a historical perspective, interactive learning, inspiration, community impact, and career opportunities. Not just a place to learn about the past, it’s a place to get excited about the future of plumbing and the opportunities it holds. Interactive hologram feature Located a...

Ahead of Utility Scam Awareness Day on Nov. 20, Ameren is reminding residential and business customers not to let their guard down during the busy holiday season. Customers should remain scam-aware and know how to spot common utility scam tactics. United Against Scams campaign Utility companies worldwide partner to promote this United Against Scams campaign to raise awareness and educate customers, so they do not fall victim to scams. The holiday season is often a busy time that includes fa...

Starting from early November 2024, Marino Tanas has joined CAREL as the new Regional CEO – Western Europe. This appointment highlights the Group's commitment to enhancing customer service and promptly addressing the needs of an ever-evolving European market. New responsibilities Tanas, with extensive experience in leadership and management roles within the industry, will oversee CAREL’s operations in its subsidiaries located in Italy, Spain, France, the United Kingdom, German...

Marcone, North America's renowned distributor for appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts, announced that veteran customers and employees alike were invited into the U.S. branches of its HVAC division in honor of their service. Servicemen and servicewomen were provided with treats and a show of gratitude in honor of Veteran's Day, with employees given special recognition internally and on social media. Veteran employees of Marcone Appliance Parts also were recogniz...

Carrier Global Corporation, the global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, was awarded the World Environment Center's (WEC) 40th Annual Gold Medal for International Corporate Achievement in Sustainable Development. Past award winners of the global competition include Microsoft, Walmart, IBM, and Starbucks. commitment to sustainability "Carrier is honored to be recognized by the prestigious World Environment Center for our progress and commitment to sustainability," said Carri...

Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC) hosted Maryland government officials for a visit at its global headquarters in Jessup, MD to explore how cutting-edge cooling technologies are driving sustainable growth for the economy and society. For over 85 years, BAC has led the way in advancing cooling technologies and continues to invest in its operations in Maryland, to accelerate innovation for cooling products that minimize energy and water usage.   vision, mission, and values During the visit, B...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Europe (MHIAE), part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd, a global provider of HVAC solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its latest whitepaper, ‘Commercial heating and cooling approaches in the journey to Net Zero.’ The heating and cooling sector is widely accepted as one of the greatest challenges to meeting Net Zero by 2050. This whitepaper has been specifically developed for specifiers, consultants, and stakeholders within the HVAC industry....

Its cold and flu season approaches, coupled with ongoing concerns about COVID-19, indoor air quality (IAQ) has become more critical than ever. Fellowes, a global pioneer in air purification, emphasizes the vital role of effective IAQ management in reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses in workplaces and public spaces. With colder weather pushing people indoors, the concentration of airborne viruses and bacteria increases, making proper air filtration essential to maintaining personal heal...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a major provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate. As cold weather approaches, APM Steam urges facilities to prepare their steam systems...

The need for clean, renewable energy sources requires exploring carbon-neutral fuels and their combustion behaviors. This is typically done using single-cylinder (SC) engines. The advantages of this process are to make quick hardware changes such as replacing the head or piston, or to change the fuel composition, which provide fuel cost savings compared to a multi-cylinder engine. Combustion control strategies, various air-fuel ratios, and the impact on emissions are studied using the simulatio...

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced the appointment of Omar Zaire to president, Corporate and Electrical Sector, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. Zaire succeeds Tim Darkes, who has announced his upcoming retirement from Eaton, effective June 1, 2025. Zaire will report to Heath Monesmith, Chief Operating Officer, Electrical Sector, and will join Eaton’s senior leadership team.  Transformation and growth “Tim is an inspirational pioneer who has con...

Danfoss, in collaboration with the International Energy Agency (IEA), BusinessEurope, and Danish Industry, hosted a major conference last week bringing together industry leaders and policymakers to address Europe's competitiveness challenges. The event, held in Sønderborg, focused on providing concrete input to the incoming European Commission's planned Clean Industrial Deal. The opening plenary session featured addresses from IEA Executive Director, Dr. Fatih Birol, Danfoss Preside...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has partnered with Explore The Trades for the second year in a row, as they continue to bridge the technical talent gap by raising awareness of career opportunities in the skilled trades and support the next generation of industry professionals. Explore The Trades, founded in 2005, is a non-profit organization that raises awareness about the trades with students in kindergarten through 12...

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems (IPS), a global pioneer in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gasses, highlights three unique products with durable, resilient and chemical-resistant designs that make them ideal for data center applications, including the “Apollo”® LD/WD 141 series resilient seated butterfly valves; “Apollo”® 70 series bronze hose cap and chain ball valve; and the Apollo”® 215 L high-perf...

From now through year-end, wholesalers can help an organization build homes for injured Veterans, when they stock up on Decon7’s powerful HVAC cleaner and disinfectant, D7. In a promotion sponsored by Decon7, the company will make a donation to Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) for every D7 quart kit sold from October through December 31, 2024.  Disinfect and Donate 'Disinfect and Donate' is a partnership between Decon7 and HFOT to drive awareness of the non-profit’s mission to bui...

Marcone Group (Marcone), one of the renowned North American distributors of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen and pool and spa parts and equipment, is excited to announce the appointment of Asterios Satrazemis as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective September 30. With a proven track record of driving transformational growth, Satrazemis spearheads Marcone’s next chapter of expansion and customer-centric innovation. Asterios Satrazemis Asterios Satraze...

CAREL is proud to announce the presentation of its near-term emissions reduction targets to SBTi, confirming its commitment to the fight against climate change and achieving its environmental sustainability objectives. The Science Based Targets initiative is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis. Greenhouse gas emissions The SBTi is included as a charity, with aid that will host i...

Johnson Controls announced the grand opening of its new Innovation Center – Warren Johnson Engineering Lab. The new 109,000-square-foot facility houses approximately 250 employees dedicated to advancing smart building technologies and sustainable solutions. new facility Since the company’s founding in 1885, innovation has been at the heart of Johnson Controls. The newly completed facility marks a significant milestone for the company, demonstrating its commitment to innovation, su...

Weil-McLain® has launched its latest promotion, offering contractors two chances to win big this heating season. Contractors who purchase residential high-efficiency boilers from an authorized Weil-McLain distributor can earn valuable rewards. Those who register and install the units can unlock even more incentives. Additionally, by joining The Weil-McLain Advantage™ program during the 2024 Double Down, Double Chance promotion, contractors can compete for regional prizes, including a...

The Miami Dolphins Football UNITES™ program and Air Pros USA, a pioneering residential air conditioning services company and an official Air Conditioning partner of the Miami Dolphins, came together to provide new A/C units for three households in need. The first recipient was Army Sergeant First Class - Daniel Matthews from United States Southern Command. Matthews lives with his wife, Jonell, and their two sons Dillon and Solomon in a home with an 18-year-old A/C unit. Un...

Danfoss has announced the winners of its 2024 EnVisioneer of the Year awards. ThermalWorks, Cloward H2O, and Jetson by Modine took top honors in the annual competition recognizing companies that use Danfoss products or solutions to realize significant energy or environmental savings. ThermalWorks, a manufacturer of modular cooling systems based in Bloomingburg, New York, was the winner in the System Integrator category. Danfoss Turbocor® compressor The unit uses a flooded pumped-liquid ov...

The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) is pleased to welcome David G.Victor to the Board of Directors. Victor, a globally renowned scholar on climate and energy issues, is a professor of innovation and public policy at the School of Global Policy and Strategy at the University of California San Diego. He also co-directs the Deep Decarbonization Initiative at UCSD, which aims to find solutions to overcome the engineering, economic and political challenges associated with achieving a...

With changing seasons, optimizing the HVAC system for clean air solutions can make a big difference in the home’s air quality. Common allergens like mold spores and ragweed can easily find their way indoors, worsening allergy symptoms. Fortunately, their trained and certified technicians have identified a few strategies that can help reduce these allergens and improve the home's comfort. Keeping the HVAC system well-maintained is one of the best ways to improve indoor air quality. Regular...

This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week and Ameren Illinois is reminding parents and high school driver ed instructors to have conversations with their teens or students about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. These rules address the greatest dangers for teen drivers: alcohol, inconsistent or no seat belt use, distracted/texting, drowsy driving, speeding, and having too many passengers. Drivers safety protocol A less talked about,...

GF Building Flow Solutions (formerly Uponor) has made further advances on its journey towards carbon-neutral operations, adding Hutchinson and Zella-Mehlis to its range of manufacturing locations that have reached carbon-neutral status (scope 1 and 2). This result highlights GF Building Flow Solutions’ ongoing commitment to minimize resource consumption.  sustainable water solutions Thomas Fuhr, Chief Technology Officer at GF Building Flow Solutions, said, "GF Building Flow Solutio...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire officially launched its new NICEIC-approved training facility at Tŷ Gwyrddfai in Penygroes, north Wales on 10th October with a morning of presentations and activities attended by over 50 invited guests. Tŷ Gwyrddfai is the first decarbonization hub of its kind and has been created to ensure that north Wales will be at the forefront of the decarbonization agenda. The facility is a collaborative project between Adra, north Wa...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate. As cold weather approaches, APM Steam urges facilities to prepare their steam s...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, offered its Rapid Recovery® services in the cleanup of Western North Carolina following  Hurricane Helene. With a Rapid Recovery location in Charlotte, North Carolina, A-Gas is poised to provide the region with on-site refrigerant recoveries as needed. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Rapid Recovery Team collected refrigerant from big-box stores that experienced damage from the storm, minimizing the risk...

Decarbonizing the construction sector is a vital step in the global journey towards zero-net emissions. As the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for a staggering 37% of global emissions, the construction industry must take charge by implementing low carbon energy systems in buildings. The latest figures show that in the UK, the built environment is responsible for 25% of all greenhouse gas emissions. The Future Homes Standard (FHS), which comes into effect in 2025, is...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for healthcare facilities, colleges, universities, pharmaceutical companies, biopharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and government facilities. The Heat Loss Study offered by APM Steam includes a detailed site walk and thorough review of hot water, steam...