American Samoa HVAC News & Trends

Sarah Atkinson has joined heat pump manufacturer Qvantum Energy Technology as Marketing Director. With over 20 years of experience of B2B and B2C marketing across a wide range of sectors, Atkinson previously spent six years at Mitsubishi Electric Living Environmental Systems, where she was Head of Marketing and Product Development for the Commercial Products Group. She said: “I am delighted to be joining Qvantum at this exciting stage in its growth. Qvantum’s innovative design...

Alarm.com announces the release of its latest Smart Thermostat—the ADC-T25. Building on the proven reliability of Alarm.com’s suite of thermostats, the T25 is compatible with most common HVAC systems, offering the easiest installation yet, a streamlined design, and advanced sensing capabilities, all at a market-expanding, affordable price point.  Designed by Building36 with easy installation in mind, the T25 has flexible wiring options that allow it to operate on battery power...

Invertek Drives announces the appointment of Jean-Bernard Coulanges as HVAC-R Business Development Manager for France and North Africa. In this new role, Jean-Bernard will focus on developing HVAC-R systems applications for Invertek Drives across the region while providing specialist support to the company's global operations. He brings extensive experience in sales development, strategic marketing, and business growth within the industrial and technology sectors. Product line management His...

As the UK’s transition away from F-gases ramps up, Aggreko has published a new report to provide clarity on the latest regulations and offer businesses guidance on the phase-down. The report, titled F-Gas Phase Down: Navigating Regulations for a Sustainable Future, breaks down the UK’s F-gas phase-down strategy, which includes service and maintenance restrictions and mandatory leak checks and emission control, and the impact this will have on the HVAC industry. With the UK aiming f...

The 17th Real Estate Development (RED) Summit – Saudi Arabia | Europe Edition, hosted by GBB Venture, turned the spotlight on Lisbon, as it welcomed some of the most influential names from Saudi Arabia's evolving real estate sector for two days of purpose-driven exchange, global synergy, and fresh perspectives. Held at the iconic Lisbon Congress Centre's RIO Pavilion, the summit brought together key decision-makers from Saudi Arabia's rapidly evolving real estate sector and Europe's pione...

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC), a global pioneer in cooling solutions for industrial, manufacturing, commercial, and refrigeration markets, is pleased to announce the launch of QuickCross replacement fill kits, a new option for crossflow cooling towers designed to provide customers with a fast, cost-effective solution for fill replacement needs. Cooling towers efficiently reject heat from condenser water and industrial processes. Maintaining the fill media—the heart of where heat t...

Milwaukee® continues its commitment to relentless innovation with the M18™ Backpack Fluid Pump Gen 2, M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 15L Chemical Spray Tank, and M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 15L Water Supply, designed to meet the needs of professional landscape maintenance. The battery powered design provides users with a hassle-free experience, allowing for continuous spraying without the physical strain associated with traditional manual sprayers. Additionally, the five-mode flow ra...

Nidec Global Appliance (GA) announces that its brand Embraco, a global provider of refrigeration technology for the residential and commercial cold chain, will significantly expand its product offerings. As part of GA’s growth strategy, the company has acquired the scroll compressors manufacturer Xecom, and this acquisition extends Embraco’s capabilities to the heating and air conditioning (HVAC) markets while broadening its presence in the refrigeration segment, solidifying its pos...

NIBCO INC. introduces extended metal locking levers for its 585 and 595 Series of Ball Valves, now available in sizes ¼" to 2". The innovative handle design features an extended neck and durable steel construction, making it ideal for installations that involve soldering without the need for handle disassembly to protect it from heat exposure. The extended neck allows for easy quarter-turn valve operation and accommodates up to 2 inches of pipe insulation. Pre-formed holes Pre-formed...

Exchange Quay, a landmark office campus in Manchester, has significantly improved the energy efficiency of one of its major buildings by replacing gas boilers with Mitsubishi Electric commercial air source heat pumps. The upgrade has enabled Building Eight, a ten-storey office block on the campus, to achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of B, aligning with future Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) and paving the way for full gas removal. Commercial offices ne...

As the US braces for 7.5% higher electricity rates by 2030, California homeowners can now take advantage of the TECH Clean California rebate, adding it to the existing stack of incentives that can lower the cost of Harvest’s all-electric home heating, cooling, and thermal energy storage system. Built in California and installed or ready to be deployed in over 400 homes, mostly in California, the Harvest system is designed to maximize whole-home heating and hot water saving...

Hydronic heating has a long history of innovation in the boiler industry, driven by advancements in efficiency, performance, and sustainability. The portfolio of many companies’ modern heating solutions includes industry-leading condensing boilers and cast-iron boilers, which have set benchmarks for energy efficiency and reliability. However, as the market rapidly evolves toward more sustainable practices, there is an increasing focus on technologies such as air-to-water heat pumps and du...

Nidec Corporation announced that Nidec Conversion, a division under the Company’s Motion & Energy Business Unit, has unveiled its sustainability promotion plan from 2025 to 2028. Net Zero in CO2 emissions To fulfill its mid- and long-term mission of “Contribute to the Earth with World-Pioneering Motors,” Nidec Corporation identified critical issues to tackle preferentially in expanding its corporate value (“materiality issues”), and promotes initiatives s...

In a move to strengthen their supply chain in the North American market, Danfoss Climate Solutions is now manufacturing a significant number of its GBC 45 and 49 bar shutoff ball valves in its state-of-the-art factory in Monterrey, Mexico. Previously, all GBC valves were produced in Danfoss’ factory in China, but in an effort to reduce delivery times to customers in the Americas, the company made the decision to expand production to North America. Danfoss’ resilience and flexibilit...

Air-Con International, a major provider of reliable HVAC solutions, highlights its Multi-Split System as an ideal solution for technicians and contractors seeking flexible, energy-efficient climate control. The Multi-Split System is engineered for straightforward installation and reliable performance, allowing HVAC professionals to deliver customized comfort to multiple zones from a single outdoor unit. This makes it especially suitable for retrofit, renovation, and new construction jobs where...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has adopted a remote visual assistance platform, from TechSee, to enhance customer service and installer support for its heating and climate solutions. By allowing technical support teams to see what the customer or installer sees via a smartphone camera, the platform has improved diagnostic speed, improving the customer journey when seeking help and advice via the technical help line. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global...

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce the launch of its new and redesigned website. Tailored to meet the needs of customers, the updated site features a modern, user-friendly design with enhanced functionality, making it easier than ever to find the right heating, hot water or low-carbon solution for the commercial building needs. Hamworthy Heating products It also offers valuable resources, including case studies that can be...

Three Evomax 2 120 kW wall-mounted condensing boilers from Ideal Heating Commercial have been installed in cascade at Hayling Island Sailing Club in Hampshire, as part of an upgrade to the heating and hot water systems serving the main clubhouse’s busy shower facilities. Founded in 1921, Hayling Island Sailing Club is located at the entrance to Chichester Harbor and is one of only four Royal Yachting Association coastal Centers of Excellence. With over 3,000 members and a history of nurtu...

Essentra Components, a pioneering provider of essential industrial components, has completed work on installing solar panels at its global headquarters in Kidlington, Oxford, UK.  Essentra believes that the installation of the solar panels will support the business to make its direct operations net zero by 2040, and its goal to reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, from its 2019 baseline. The company has also installed 8 EV chargers on site. The completed solar installation provides Essentr...

Nidec Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors (ACIM) Business Unit has officially inaugurated its new Nidec Qingdao Industrial Park. Located in Jiaozhou, it spans the equivalent of 15 football fields and is capable of delivering 18 million motors and over 20 million electronic inverters per year. Equipped with 75 production lines, the site is a result of the integration of two long-standing facilities and consolidates more than twenty years of presence that the company has in Qingdao....

The intelligent room temperature control system, Uponor Smatrix Pulse, enhances the energy efficiency of radiant underfloor heating and cooling systems, ensuring optimal comfort in every room. With the new Smatrix Thermostats T-247 and T-267, GF Building Flow Solutions adds two easy-to-install and modern-designed products to the Smatrix portfolio. Uponor Smatrix Pulse App Uponor Smatrix Pulse control systems combine intelligent room temperature control with the highest comfort. Based on a sma...

With cooler weather on the horizon, it’s easy to forget that the HVAC system, which worked hard all summer, needs attention before winter hits. Waiting until the cold months to discover a problem can lead to costly repairs, downtime for the business, and discomfort for employees or customers. The good news is that fall offers the perfect opportunity to ensure everything is working properly before the winter chill sets in. Essential steps for HVAC maintenance Here are some essential step...

When construction began on 499 Summit Avenue, a new high-rise residential development in Jersey City, the design team at Barone Engineering already had a trusted HVAC partner in mind, QMark, specified for its performance, flexibility, and reliability in demanding building environments. But winning the bid wouldn’t be easy. As multiple distributors began quoting comparable products from both QMark and various competitors, cost quickly became a sticking point. Securing the project Enter C...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneer in steam system services, and Aquatomic Products Company, a trusted expert in water treatment, are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration designed to deliver more comprehensive thermal energy solutions to mission-critical facilities across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. This collaboration brings together the complementary strengths of two highly specialized teams to support facility managers and operators with an integrated, holistic app...

Three-fifths of households (60%) say they can’t afford to carry out home improvements that would save them money on their energy bills, reveals research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service.  The UK has millions of older homes that were built before modern energy efficiency standards, with many suffering from poor insulation, outdated heating systems and single-glazed windows. Half of households (52%) say they would like to make changes to improve their home&rsqu...

Mitsubishi Electric has launched the all-new MSZ-RZ R290 – the latest addition to the M Series range. The new unit is a premium wall-mounted air inverter heat pump system, which delivers efficient heating and cooling all year round.  The MSZ-RZ R290 uses R290, a natural refrigerant with an ultra-low Global Warming Potential (GWP) of just 0.02, to help homeowners reduce their carbon footprint. It also helps small commercial buildings to future-proof against evolving F-Gas regulations,...

NIBCO INC. has donated two custom-built boiler and water heater system training boards to support hands-on education at two pioneering trade education institutions: Chicago Pipefitters Training Center, Local 597, in Mokena, Ill., and ABC Construction Prep Academy in Fort Wayne, Ind. Designed to promote collaboration across the plumbing and HVAC industry, these builds were originally part of the Community Over Competition Build showcased at AHR Expo 2025. The initiative was led by Impetus Media...

Indoor plants are a great way to create an inviting, yet vibrant, home — but can they help users in their quest toward making a healthy home? Plants for the house offer a wealth of benefits, but healthy air isn’t one of them. “The scientific literature shows that indoor houseplants — as would typically be implemented in a person’s home — do very little to clean the air,” suggests Portland State University Professor - Elliot Gall. Contrary to popul...

LFB Group, a pioneer in energy-efficient climate control solutions and the company behind renowned refrigeration brand Friga-Bohn, is proud to introduce Redge, the new brand name for its commercial HVAC activities in EMEA, replacing the Lennox brand previously used across the region. Building on nearly 60 years of HVAC expertise, Redge launches with a clear mission: to take its customers, solutions, and innovations to the next level. Backed by the same people, passion, and product excellence,...

The Italian company Studio54 has adopted the CAREL iJF electronic controller for its new range of refrigerated cabinets for professional refrigeration. The goal: to drastically reduce energy consumption while offering a product that combines high efficiency, temperature stability, and premium design, thus meeting increasingly stringent environmental regulations and evolving market expectations. The iJF controller For its new product line, Studio54 selected the iJF controller with frequency co...