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AC unit works hard to keep houses cool, and it’s user's responsibility to make sure it knows all its efforts are highly appreciated by giving it a nice deep clean. Napoleon rounded up the top six air conditioner maintenance tips needed to ensure that AC unit is in it for the long haul. This is a great way to prevent major issues and high electricity bills. Cleaning/replacing filters If an air conditioner doesn’t seem to cool the house like it once did, the first thing to check wou...

A programmable thermostat is an increasingly popular way to adjust the temperature of a house according to a set of pre-programmed settings that take effect at different times of the day. While it takes a little bit of time to figure out the temperatures one needs, the benefit is that one can save up to 10% off energy bill while reducing energy consumption. It does not need to be complicated to set up a programmable thermostat. Setting a schedule The first step in programming a thermosta...

For most people, their home’s HVAC system heats and cools the entire home whenever it is running. Sure, one can close vents in unused rooms to redirect some of the flow, but there is a lot of energy being wasted heating and cooling them. A different type of home heating and cooling system called Multi-Zone HVAC is a great alternative, saving user's money and reducing energy consumption. Understanding  a multi-zone system Instead of a home comfort system heating and cooling the...

With International Earth Day coming up on April 22, it’s everyone's duty to put some extra effort into taking care of the planet. However, as with many things, it all starts at home. Being aware of common indoor air pollutants is the first step to a cleaner and more healthy home.  In this complete list, Napoleon covers the different types of indoor air pollution and what steps to can take to improve indoor air quality. Bacteria And Viruses Bacteria and viruses are often mentioned t...

Keeping the home heated adequately throughout the brutal Canadian winters is crucial for the user's family’s comfort. If the furnace is struggling to circulate heat throughout the home during the winter months, then it might be time to replace it. Users may have difficulty determining whether it genuinely needs replacing or is simply in need of repair. However, the more signs the furnace exhibits, the greater the likelihood that it is time to look into a new heating and cooling system. R...

Winter in Canada means keeping home as warm as possible, sealing up any drafts to keep the heat in and the cold out. This helps the home’s heating system to work more efficiently and avoid wasting energy. While it may feel warm & cozy, and keep heating bills down, all that stale air inside may not be very healthy. The homes are filled with unseen pollutants that affect the indoor air quality (IAQ). From the chemicals released by the materials in furnishings and construction materials...

If users are wondering what temperature to set their thermostat in the winter season, users are not alone. Frequently adjusting the heat settings can potentially consume a lot of energy. It can be challenging to find the right balance between comfort and cost to keep family and wallet comfortable. Napoleon discusses the settings for the thermostat that will keep the home’s temperature at the right comfort level. What Temperature To Set the Thermostat In Winter? There are certain variabl...

As the summer is approaching, it’s time to get the home warm-weather ready. Users have probably already dusted off the lawn care tools and the grilling kits are polished, and ready. However, when users are planning out their summer-cleaning itinerary, there’s one element that often gets overlooked, and it’s an important one. Seasonal maintenance Neglecting seasonal maintenance and routine cleaning of the HVAC System can not only be detrimental to the home, but to health as we...

Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of this year’s Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarships. Recipients will receive funding for their post-secondary or vocational program during the 2022-2023 school year. Carrier and Bryant are part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundat...

As extreme weather continues to strain the nation’s electric grid, FERC Chairman Rich Glick and Jim Robb, President, and CEO of NERC, encouraged the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB) to convene a forum to identify solutions to the reliability challenges facing the nation’s natural gas system and bulk electric system. In their joint letter, Glick and Robb recommended that NAESB convene the forum, as outlined in one of the key recommendations from the FERC-NERC report on t...

Modine Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in technology in the HVAC industry, is dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) in K-12 schools. As part of that commitment, the company has developed a resource to help school facility managers discover and address their school’s IAQ needs. The IAQ Action Plan template was developed to help facility managers answer the White House’s Clean Indoor Air in Buildings challenge. Importance of IAQ &ld...

Panasonic is celebrating its Etherea Air Conditioners featuring nanoe X technology, reaching the shortlist in two categories of the RAC Cooling Awards 2022. Securing a finalist spot in the AC Product of the Year and the AC Innovation award categories, winners will be announced on 22nd September, 2022. Richard Bishop, the Head of Marketing for UK and Ireland for Panasonic commented, “Getting shortlisted in two categories is exciting news – we are delighted that the RAC Cooling Awar...

During a scorching-hot Canadian summer, users probably don’t think twice about the comfort the air conditioner brings to the home — until something goes wrong. And when that happens, the question becomes: can the AC be repaired, or does it need to be completely replaced? This brief guide looks at why AC units typically fail and what to look for when buying a new air conditioner so users can bring that cooling comfort back into their home. Most AC units last for a decade or more if u...

Viessmann’s #ViMoveForClimate program, which sees the company donate trees in return for participants’ activity, is to be made permanent via an activity tracking app that anyone anywhere in the world can download and use to improve their health and well-being, while making a contribution to environmental conservation. Launched in 2020 as an antidote to global lockdowns, ViMove started as a 14-day campaign for Viessmann employees. If they ran or walked a kilometer or cycled three kil...

South Florida-based Air Pros USA announced the acquisition of Airforce Heating and Air, an HVAC company serving Georgia and Alabama since 2000. As an Air Pros USA Company, Airforce Heating and Air will benefit from full operational and sales integration with the Air Pros USA platform to leverage expanded resources and continue building on over 20 years of service excellence. Virtual reality training “Airforce Heating and Air have built a strong local reputation for their exper...

Electric heat pumps generally offer the cheapest way to cleanly heat and cool single-family homes in all but the coldest parts of the United States of America (USA) in coming decades, according to research released by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). In very cold places, the analysis finds, electric heat pumps with an alternative fuel backup for frigid periods minimize costs. As states and utilities look to reduce planet-warming emissions, they need to help househol...

Comfortable workplaces spark greater productivity and within Canada’s ever-growing logistics space, the ability to maintain ideal temperatures in busy warehouse environments goes a long way towards keeping workers healthy, engaged, and performing at their peak. That productivity is more important now than ever before. A steady uptick in Canadian e-commerce and intensifying supply chain demands are placing downward pressure on warehouse and material handling operations, which are already b...

Users cannot effectively solve something without effectively measuring it first. With this in mind, as more pressure is placed on ensuring healthier indoor air quality, Elta Fans recommend businesses implement the RESET program as a useful tool to follow for creating healthier and more sustainable environments. What is RESET? RESET is the world’s first sensor-based certification program that is performance-driven. Established as an accredited standard for air quality monitoring, it...

Environmental health technology company - CASPR Technologies (CASPR Group) is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Matt Horine has joined CASPR Group in the capacity of the Chief Operating Officer. Matt Horine’s commercial operations experience includes scaling businesses and products across multiple industries including technology platforms and marketplaces, supply chain, security and building materials. Vast industry experience Matt Horine most recent...

GoodWe has developed a one-stop EcoSmart Home solution that is able to scale in size to meet changing home energy needs. Being a high-tech enterprise that specializes in clean energy conversion, power equipment, energy storage, and energy management, GoodWe has been keen on creating systems that actively generate and store clean energy, and allow users to safely power their homes, during the day, at night, and even when the grid is down. EcoSmart Home provides an eco-friendly system to redefine...

Ofgem has appointed Octopus Energy to take on supplying UKEIH’s 3000 domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers.  Funds that current and former domestic customers of the supplier have paid into their accounts will be protected, where they are in credit. Domestic customers will also be protected by the energy price cap with their new supplier.   Choosing another energy supplier  For existing UKEIH custome...

Environmental impact is a concern for all industries. The overuse of resources and mishandling of waste by businesses across the planet puts significant pressure on the ecosystem. While the construction sector is an essential field, it is among those doing concerning levels of damage. A recent World Economic Forum report revealed that global construction produces 38% of global greenhouse emissions. More sustainable As such, there is an urgent need for construction businesses to be more s...

Centrica is set to support National Grid to establish methods for injecting green hydrogen into the National Transmission System (NTS). To meet the net zero targets set by the UK government, the UK gas networks need to decarbonize. National Grid, alongside CNG Services, Element Energy, and Centrica, has been granted £114,652 for a discovery phase project as part of Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) competition. green hydrogen Currently, there is no formal process in pla...

Insulating tarps offer efficient and simple ways to regulate temperature. Cold weather can prove detrimental to construction projects. Low temperatures can offset curing times and the final strength of materials like concrete. Insulated tarps are often one of the first solutions that come to mind to battle cold weather conditions. Essential tool for construction workers How do insulated tarps work? Insulated tarps work by trapping a layer of air between the tarp and whatever it is covering. T...

Government guidance is now encouraging businesses to move work back into their office spaces, instead of working remotely. As people make their way back to their usual work environments, there are several things to consider, such as the boiler, which may not have been serviced, or even operational, for months. In addition, the last few months have been very cold, averaging at around 4°C with frequent extreme weather conditions. Keeping costs down For example, Storm Eunice and Franklin, wh...

XOi Technologies, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces a new collaboration with FieldConnect, a pioneer in B2B SaaS for mobile field service providers. The powerful new integration connects two of the field service industry’s software providers and offers business owners a unique AI- and data-powered solution to increase productivity and profitability. Enhancing the value delivered by FieldConnect  “XOi’s deep data cataloging capabilities, ad...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to introduce Stephen Finkel to their expanding team as Sales Manager for Western Europe.   In this role, Finkel will manage and support DriSteem agents in Western European countries, including those covering key markets such as Germany, Benelux, and the United Kingdom.  Finkel’s experience “I am excited to be working with DriSteem and l...

In this ongoing video series from Motili, the company highlights PropTech, CRE, multi-family, and single-family industry news. Motili’s latest video takes a look at sustainability trends that are impacting the HVAC industry. Below they outline the topics discussed in the video and outline the key sustainability trends. Sustainability Sustainability is a growing priority in many industries, including the HVAC industry. One of the most significant trends is pushing us towards a more susta...

The globally renowned mobile modular energy provider - Aggreko is pleased to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with entertainment company - Cirque du Soleil. Aggreko will support the world’s largest contemporary circus producer on a global scale at their Big Top shows, using their world-renowned mobile, temporary power supplies. mobile modular energy supplier The contract renewal sees Aggreko continue to be a key supplier for major Québec based organizations u...

After steam, condensate is arguably the next most valuable resource available to the plant. Containing up to a quarter of the total energy of the steam from which it came, steam users should be recovering every last drop. Spirax Sarco UK, explains the several benefits of condensate recovery and how this relatively simple concept can have huge benefits for organizations relying on steam for their process. The ability to recover condensate to the boiler has the potential to provide an exceptional...