Brazil HVAC News & Trends

The next phase of the current ErP Regulations become applicable on 26 September 2018 and this will mean some changes to the Lochinvar product range, with specific reference to some of the company’s gas-fired water heaters. This is likely to have an impact upon replacement water heater requirements. However, rest assured, the company is already prepared and have compliant water heaters available from stock. Condensing Water Heaters Lochinvar has been supplying condensing water heaters for...

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’s new eSolutions connectivity package is an advanced telematics tool designed to improve product visibility, manage operating costs and enhance operational efficiency throughout the cold chain. eSolutions is now on display at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018. Carrier Transicold Europe is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Carrier developed the new eSolutions software to intelligently monitor connected refrigeration systems e...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning has completed a project working for Panalpina World Trade to provide a blast chilling facility for the Heathrow site. Panalpina Group is one of the world’s renowned providers of supply chain solutions, specializing in Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Logistics and Manufacturing. The energy-efficient blast chill facility that Adcock has installed will enable the client to rapidly cool fresh produce prior to shipment. Adcock has a wealth of knowledge in...

The YORK Mission Critical Direct Evaporative Cooling (DEC) Air Handling Units (AHUs) from Johnson Controls are designed to meet the specific needs for data centers. The units are offered in two sizes (250 kW and 500 kW) and in perimeter and rooftop configurations. The YORK Mission Critical DEC units yield ultra-efficient partial-power usage effectiveness (pPUE) of less than 1.1. This is achieved through use of the industry’s highest media efficiency, which extends free cooling operation ho...

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...

Anyone who equips their heating system with a digital control can save up to 15 percent of energy. These are the results of a study by the ITG Dresden on behalf of the Federal Association of the German Heating Industry (BDH), which scientifically examines the savings potential of digital heating optimization. According to this, just by digitally equipping 100,000 heating systems, around 284,000 megawatt hours of heating energy could be saved each year. When renovating an outdated heating system...

“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...

The cool air, turning leaves, and the arrival of apple cider at the store mean that autumn’s official start is around the corner. At home, this seasonal change can quickly translate into higher energy bills. Fortunately, there are a few ways to lower these costs. Staying comfortable in the home—at an affordable rate—is relatively easy when you opt for energy-efficient solutions. Schedule the Heating Tune-Up This time of year, the biggest energy bills for the home-related to...

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...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning has completed a full HVAC system install for a pharmaceutical warehouse based in Avonmouth through longstanding client O&M Movianto Ltd. Movianto is a part of the US based Owens & Minor Company. They serve the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and diagnostic industries. The site in Avonmouth is a brand new healthcare logistics center. Adcock has carried out a lot of works across various Movianto sites and have carried out similar projects...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning has been awarded a new air conditioning maintenance contract for bpha following a service visit at Warburton House, Cambridge. bpha is a housing association and a renowned provider and developer of affordable homes for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. They operate in the home counties between Oxford and Cambridge. maintenance contract Warburton House in Cambridge has been created exclusively for the over 55’s and is availab...

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...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning has recently completed an installation project for a new client, AJ Cycles. AJ Cycles is an independent family run cycle store which has been around since 2006. They have recently expanded with a new store at Rushden Lakes and Adcock was contracted to carry out the installation at the site. All work needed to be scheduled and completed prior to the new store opening to make the move as easy as possible and to minimize disruption for customers. Adcock ha...

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...

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...

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...

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, a global pioneer in transportation and logistics, will lease 2,000 containers chilled by Carrier Transicold’s innovative, natural refrigerant-based NaturaLINE® refrigeration system. The first of its kind, the NaturaLINE unit solves the problem of how to use refrigerants effectively and efficiently – to transport valuable items such as perishable food and pharmaceuticals – while helping to protect the environment. The system utilizes repu...

ECR International Inc. held an employee open house at its Dunkirk facility to commemorate the company’s 90th anniversary. The day included plant tours, a car show, corn-hole tournament, food, music and prizes. Nearly all 100 employees and family members attended along with the City of Dunkirk’s Mayor, Wilfred Rosas. Mayor Rosas congratulated company CEO Ron Passafaro on hitting the milestone. The Mayor stated, “We appreciate companies like ECR who have made such a long-term co...

Carrier Transicold is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its industry-changing E-Drive™ all-electric technology, a patented innovation, which continues to deliver high standards of efficiency, reliability and performance to the transport refrigeration sector. Carrier Transicold Europe is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The innovative E-Drive technology, which is at the heart of Carrier’s Vector® trailer and Pulsor® van ref...

Rental specialist, Petit Forestier, has chosen Carrier Transicold’s ultra-slim NEOS™ 100 system as the refrigeration unit for five new all-electric Renault Kangoo vans. 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. The new car-derived refrigerated vans equipped with the all-electric NEOS 100 systems support Petit Forestier’s plans for commercially viable sol...

Johnson Controls announced that the highly anticipated GLAS smart thermostat is available for online pre-order on the Johnson Controls GLAS website as well as the official Amazon website. Units will begin shipping on August 24, 2018, at which time e-commerce orders with select retail partners will commence as well. GLAS will initially be available for purchase at the GLAS website, Amazon website, Microsoft Store Online, as well as Microsoft brick-and-mortar stores in the U.S. It will cost $319....

Aggreko is excited to have signed a new three-year contract with the island of St Croix, a US Virgin Island, to deliver 20 MW of flexible, reliable power. This Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG)-powered Next Generation Gas (NGG) generator power plant will help the island provide essential power to residents, meeting the energy needs of both businesses and homes and providing power to approximately 26,000 customers. This is Aggreko’s first deployment of an NGG solution using LPG. Benefits NGG...

As part of the complete selection of FläktGroup Air Handling Units ranging from 360-108 000 m3/h (0,1-30 m3/s), the company has recently launched the latest advancement in the new compact range of Air Handling Units. Not only does this top-connected compact unit achieve a better hygienic standard (VDI 6022) it can now also be offered with a faster delivery time… creating further success for this range! With an airflow from 360-2800 m3/h (0,1 – 0,8 m3/s), F7/F7 bag filters and...

Adcock has completed a replacement and installation project for Unex Group, a real estate investment and development company based in Cambridge. Unex Group is a family-owned company that focuses on commercial and mixed-use properties in East Anglia and London. They have a large portfolio of property types, including projects developed by themselves and investments acquired. Replacing Chiller Adcock was asked to replace the existing chiller at Unex House in Hills Road and install a new Daikin...

Lennox Industries, a provider of innovative home comfort solutions, launched Feel The Love in partnership with its dealers, a North American community outreach initiative focused on providing home comfort to families in need. The Lennox Feel The Love program invites individuals and local organizations in participating areas to nominate families or individuals in their communities to receive heating equipment at no cost, including installation. Recipients are chosen based on a variety of criteri...

Most of the UK is currently experiencing a heatwave and a couple of weeks ago in July one of the highest UK temperatures ever was recorded. Some scientists predict this is a sure sign of global warming and that long, hot summers will become commonplace in Britain. While this may sound appealing to some, it’s a serious issue for health and also for businesses. The UK is not accustomed to such high temperatures for weeks on end so many buildings are not equipped to maintain a safe, comforta...

In a letter sent to the Chairwoman and Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) urged support for President Trump's nominee, William Cooper, to serve as General Counsel to the Department of Energy. Energy efficiency standards Noting that AHRI works closely with DOE on energy efficiency standards and performance certification, AHRI Sr. Vice President of Policy and Government Relations Joe Tra...

Rheem has announced the launch of the new EcoNet Smart Thermostat, the latest innovation in the company’s EcoNet enabled product line. Designed to optimize the performance of Rheem communicating HVAC and water heating systems, this new thermostat includes intelligent management features for both homeowners and contractors. The ultra-thin programmable thermostat has a full-color glass touchscreen and is equipped with features modern homeowners expect, such as local weather, one-touch away...