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Working for Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning as an engineer is a hands-on, rewarding, technical role requiring a high level of responsibility and customer care. For a snapshot of engineer life, the company has written an ‘Engineer Career’ series based on insight, tips and feedback from their own engineers. In part one, the reader can find out about various career paths and progression, from those that are out there every day doing the job successfully. "I believe a career i...

CoolAutomation’s Home Automation partner, Creston announces the new driver for CoolMasterNet allows Crestron integrators to connect Fujitsu VRF, adding another VRF manufacturer brand to CoolAutomation and Crestron HVAC compatibility list. The benefits of the compatibility: Fujitsu VRF integration to Crestron, otherwise achievable only with significant effort. Bidirectional communication with delay-free, real-time feedback between the systems. Connect more the one HVAC brand to the co...

The world’s largest crane barge is in the finishing stages of construction, and Aggreko has been trusted to load test the vessels' power capacity. The 220-meter-long barge, Sleipnir, can lift 20,000 metric tonnes with its dual cranes, and a ship this size and strength require a total of 96 MW, produced by 12 generators. The ship required stress testing before commencing operations, and Agreeko's experience, mobile, modular equipment, and ability to mobilize rapidly meant Aggreko was cho...

Worcester Bosch has announced that it has been at the top of the Which? Best Buy league table for nine years on the trot for their innovative line of gas boilers. They also said that they have secured Which? Best Buy status for all of their oil boilers for this year as well. An excellent brand score tops off the accolades received by the company from the Which? report. Worcester Bosch gas boilers recognized Which? Trusted Traders rated Worcester Bosch highly across several criteria Which? Tru...

Rino Zarpellon is the Plant office Manager for Fiat CNH (until June 2002 Fiat-Hitachi) of San Mauro Torinese and, on the occasion of the recent intervention carried out in the plant by CARLIEUKLIMA, he worked for months in close contact with this company from Pordenone. New radiant heating system The contract involved the installation of a new radiant heating system in three large sheds This collaboration was created to highlight the problems and calibrate the right solutions based on the rea...

Johnson Controls International plc has named Visal Leng Vice President and President, Building Solutions, APAC effective Sept. 28, 2018. In this role Leng will serve as an officer of the company and oversee Johnson Controls Building Technologies & Solutions operations across the Asia Pacific region. Leng joins from Baker Hughes, a GE Company where he served as president Asia Pacific of the world's first and only full stream provider of integrated oilfield products, services and digital solu...

Johnson Controls announced it has acquired the assets of Lux Products Corporation (LUX), a provider of residential thermostats and smart home products. LUX markets several successful residential and commercial lines ranging from timers to smart home thermostats including Kono and Geo. “The acquisition of LUX strengthens our portfolio in the consumer retail channel and offerings in thermostats,” said Chris Eichmann, Vice President, General Manager of Johnson Controls. “We are e...

The annual survey by Which?, the UK’s largest consumer organization conducts robust research in order to “reveal the boiler brands you can trust.” Viessmann is also one of only two boiler brands to score five stars for reliability, customer satisfaction, and engineers’ recommendations. Brand assessment survey In the overall brand assessment – based on reliability, customers’ scores, and the expert views of engineers – Viessmann’s scored second pl...

Bodmin-based network service partner Carrier Transicold Cornwall has won the 2018 Carrier Safe award for the first time, after demonstrating its commitment to Carrier Transicold’s stringent health and safety program. Carrier Transicold, which operates in the UK as Carrier Transicold (UK) Limited, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Maintaining Safe Working Practices Over the past few years, we have targeted the development of our health...

Until now, the two brands – Salmson and Wilo – have been marketed side-by-side by Wilo Salmson France SAS. However, a change of strategy is now underway. In light of market trends and the digital transformation, the company has taken the decision to concentrate on Wilo, the group’s international brand currently enjoying strong growth, as its sole brand. Salmson products will gradually be replaced by Wilo products and the Salmson brand will disappear over time. The sales teams,...

The new ComfortPro® electric auxiliary power unit (APU) from Carrier Transicold provides quiet, emissions-free truck cab cooling while delivering one of the longest run-times in a battery-powered APU. Carrier Transicold is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The ComfortPro electric APU is powered by four Group 31 AGM (absorbent glass mat) batteries that are charged by the truck’s alternator. Thanks to innovative power management technolo...

As a family-owned and family-run business, corporate and social responsibility (CSR) has always been part of the fabric, even before it became the mainstream notion it is. Undertaking charity challenges At Adcock they like to ‘give something back’ to the local community. They support staff with charity endeavors that they choose to undertake in the UK and overseas by sponsoring them, sharing their fundraising missions and allowing them time to prepare, perform and recover. For thos...

FIBARO and CoolAutomation announce the release of a new driver for CoolMasterNet. This will allow FIBARO integrators to simplify HVAC integration, giving them the power to control the AC with one control panel. FIBARO is a Polish company whose operations are based around the Internet of Things offering solutions for building and home automation. The company's mission is to enrich people’s lives by providing modern solutions that facilitate a comfortable, friendly and safe home environment...

Carrier Transicold Europe announces the global launch of its next generation temperature-controlled trailer system – the Vector® HE 19 (High Efficiency) at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 trade fair. The internal architecture of the system has been significantly redeveloped and, combined with its new ultra-modern design, improves fuel consumption by up to 30 per cent, reduces unit weight by 10 per cent and achieves lower noise levels. Operators will benefit from reduced running costs...

Carrier Transicold is showcasing its Supra CNG, a compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered multi-temperature refrigeration unit, at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 show – picking up yet another award in the process. The Supra CNG unit was honored with the Trailer Innovation Award in the environment category, the third award since its launch less than a year ago. High-performance refrigeration solution The new unit is attracting attention for its PIEK- compliant, high-performance refrigerati...

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Institute (AHRTI), the research arm of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for a $2.1 million funding award to conduct essential research on low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants. AHRTI will lead a research program in collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). "This res...

“DOpla” is an important all-Italian family-owned company in Casale sul Sile (TV), forefront in the production of disposable plastic tableware and food containers, partnering with pioneering international distribution chains. After fifty years of activity, DOpla is the market pioneer in Italy and one of the major European manufacturers in Europe, with a network of manufacturing facilities and logistics platforms in Italy and Europe. Carlieuklima was contacted by “Air Italia,&rd...

Voltas Limited a Tata Enterprise, India’s AC Brand and Arcelik, a player in home appliances industry, part of the Koc Group, Turkey’s industrial and services conglomerate, made a thumping entry into the Indian consumer durables market with the launch of their brand – Voltas Beko. The new company, Voltbek Home Appliances Private Limited (Voltbek), an equal partnership joint venture, has introduced a wide range of home appliances which include refrigerators, washing machines, mic...

Cylon, a pioneer in smart buildings and energy efficiency technology, launches new products, updates and innovative solutions for the Building Management Systems industry. These products and solutions will help to drive efficiency and productivity for System Integrators, Real Estate Developers, Building Owners, Facilities Managers, and Building Occupants. Minimal Engineering Effort The new Q3 products, updates, and solutions announced include: The software is designed to integrate a variety o...

Supermarket chain Waitrose & Partners is conducting a low emissions trial of a Carrier Transicold engineless Syberia TWINCOOL multi-temperature refrigeration unit specified on a natural gas-powered truck. Funded through Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, Waitrose & Partners is working alongside researchers from the Centre for Sustainable Road Freight at the University of Cambridge as part of a year-long government low emissions freight and logistics initiative aimed at sho...

Addressing growing concerns over homeowners who might consider attempting to repair air conditioners and heat pumps themselves, Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. has partnered with the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) for a public service campaign called ‘When DIY is Not Cool’. Residential central cooling systems The campaign urges homeowners to rely on the expertise of qualified HVAC technicians, because ‘When it comes to your home’s central cooling sys...

It has been a long, long, hot summer across the world. For many tens of millions of people, managing scorching temperatures inside their homes and workplaces has been a major priority. Knauf can help. Insulation may traditionally be associated with keeping interiors warm when it is cold but in regions where soaring summer temperatures are becoming a serious challenge, insulation can play an important role in making buildings cooler. High-Temperature summers “Insulation is fantastic at c...

A 22-year military veteran and Emmy award-winner, Montel Williams has been announced as the new host of Military Makeover, the Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.-sponsored reality show that has been helping veterans and their families vastly improve homes that often face major repairs. Williams, a U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Navy veteran, was the Emmy Award-winning host of The Montel Williams Show, which ran for 17 seasons. He will fill the big shoes left by the exuberant R. Lee Ermey “Th...

Matt Moyers faces the challenges of multiple wounds from years of service as an U.S. Air Force veteran and bomb technician, but soon his home will be more comfortable, after Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. donates and a local dealer installs a new high-efficiency heating and cooling system. Goodman heating and cooling system installed Goodman’s donation is part of the manufacturer’s support of Lifetime Network’s Military Makeover reality series Goodman’s donation i...

Reliable Controls announced that due to continued growth, the company has expanded its footprint by leasing a 1,156 m2 (12,375 ft.) space located at #401 Garbally Rd. in Victoria, a few minutes’ drive from corporate headquarters. Earlier, the Software department, the Tech. Support team, and several other Research & Development (R&D) personnel moved to the new facility. The move happened in two separate stages, one for the Software department, DevOps team, and part of QA, and the o...

Carrier is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new office and newly expanded product offering in Sri Lanka. Leveraging global expertise and an extensive portfolio, this newly formed entity will increase the accessibility of Carrier staff and services and the availability of our end-to-end air conditioning solutions, enabling shorter lead times and better customer service. Carrier Aircon Lanka Pvt Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of United Technologies International Corporation Asia Pte...

Heat Transfer Products Group, LLC (HTPG), manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment sold under the recognized brands of Russell, Witt, Kramer and ColdZone, announces the appointment of Mark Evans as Vice President and General Manager. He brings more than 20 years of experience from GE Appliances serving in operations, engineering, and marketing and sales positions. Mark will report to Mike Branson, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Rheem Air Operations, which includes the H...

Pioneer pump manufacturer Wilo expands in the Region Central Asia by opening a new local facility in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The inauguration took place on August 23rd, 2018, in the presence of high-ranking representatives from the Kazakh government administration. Furthermore, members of the Wilo top management from Dortmund attended the celebration as well as Wilo employees from the whole Central Asia region and their regional customers and partners. As an international hub, Wilo Kazakhstan will...

Toshiba Carrier Corporation announced its establishment of Toshiba Carrier Air-Conditioning India Private Ltd., a joint venture with United Technologies Corporation, in Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The new joint venture, incorporated on August 14, 2018 and headquartered in the premises of Toshiba India Private Ltd., allows Toshiba Carrier to localize planning, development, manufacturing and sales of its commercial air conditioning products, expanding its footprint in the country. Variable Refriger...

Siemens has strengthened its strategic partnership with Knauf Insulation, the UK’s renowned provider of high performance, sustainable glass and rock mineral wool insulation solutions. The next phase of the partnership will focus on enhancing efficiency at Knauf Insulation’s glass mineral wool plant in Cwmbran, South Wales. This builds on the work begun in 2015 at the company’s St Helens plant, which has already significantly improved the plant’s energy efficiency. Across...