Canada HVAC News & Trends

The spotlight on refrigerant leak detection, monitoring, and reporting has never been brighter as the HVAC and refrigeration (HVAC-R) industry navigates regulatory changes in their market. To help HVAC-R businesses address these changes, MSA Safety, Inc. will be showcasing its leak detection and monitoring management solution capabilities at next week’s AHR Expo in Orlando, Florida, February 10th through 12th.  latest trends and topics MSA Safety is featuring its comprehensive so...

Jobber, the pioneering provider of home service software, released its latest Home Service Economic Report: 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook.  The report features expert insights and proprietary data aggregated from more than 250,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and more, who run their businesses using Jobber. Home Service Businesses The report indicates that Home Service businesses are regaining momentum, a recovering housing market After suc...

JTW Advisors LLC announced that its client, McGowan’s Heating & Air Conditioning, the largest stand-alone HVAC provider in the Jacksonville market, has been acquired by Del-Air Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, a renowned provider of home services backed by Astara Capital Partners. JTW Advisors served as the exclusive investment banker to McGowan’s Heating & Air Conditioning for the transaction. This is JTW Advisors’ second HVAC transaction in the past wee...

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation announced at AHR Expo it has expanded its online educational programming to enhance the skillsets of HVACR professionals and provide them with more robust training using the latest industry technologies. Professionals at any level can now enroll in the new courses through a dedicated portal being launched for the PHCC Academy®, a comprehensive online platform offering industry-pioneering&...

At the 2025 AHR Expo, Daikin Applied will display a suite of simple, powerful, and sustainable commercial HVAC solutions, all designed to accelerate the path toward a decarbonized future. As a longtime AHR Expo exhibitor and industry pioneer, Daikin’s exhibit features an extensive lineup of heating and cooling technology that enhances indoor comfort while lowering carbon emissions, improving efficiency, and advancing the electrification of heating. Advanced low-GWP refrigerants Daikin A...

Previewing heat pump and chiller innovations expected to transform the HVAC industry in 2025 and beyond, global HVAC technology pioneer LG Electronics is showcasing its comprehensive suite of heating and cooling solutions at the 2025 AHR Expo® in Orlando at Booth #6643. Catering to commercial, light-commercial, and residential applications, LG Electronics USA's Air Conditioning Technologies division is highlighting the company's commitment to improved decarbonizatio...

Danfoss will showcase its full range of refrigeration solutions at the NAFEM Show, the bi-annual trade show for the commercial food service industry, February 26-28, in Atlanta, GA.  Attendees are invited to stop by booth #2918 to learn more about how Danfoss products can help them reach decarbonization and energy efficiency goals. Energy consumption regulations With a growing emphasis on decarbonization in refrigeration systems, coupled with emissions and energy consumption regulations...

Noritz America, a pioneer in tankless water heaters and high-efficiency combination boilers, has unveiled a new series of five pre-assembled manifold and rack kits to provide a faster, easier way for contractors to build their own wall-hung or floor-mounted water heater solutions on commercial job sites. The goal: To make tankless water heating a compelling option for installers and end users, whether the application is for new construction or even emergency storage tank water heater replacemen...

Jaga Climate Systems, a manufacturer of energy-efficient heating and cooling products, announced the launch of the Continuo series—innovative wall-mounted hydronic convectors designed for seamless, continuous installations, such as along a building’s perimeter. Engineered to prevent blocked grills, the new series combines powerful heat output while maximizing energy efficiency. Its advanced design enhances both functionality and esthetics, making it idea for commercial building...

AE Industrial Partners, LP, a private equity firm specializing in National Security, Aerospace, and Industrial Services, announced that it has partnered with United Building Solutions, a pioneering provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services in the Northeast U.S., to create a comprehensive platform dedicated to complex HVAC services for commercial buildings. In addition, UBS has joined forces with Total Comfort Solutions, Inc. (“TCS”), one of North Florida&r...

NIBCO INC. announces the expansion of its PressACR® line with new 1" OD and 1 5/8" OD fittings, designed to meet the evolving needs of the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Made in Stuarts Draft, VA, of the highest quality, globally sourced pure copper, PressACR fittings meet stringent certification and compliance standards that support the higher-pressure requirements of HVACR systems. Expansion of PressACR® line PressACR delivers consistent joint quality, the pr...

Heat pump adoption in the industrial market is challenging due to the need for high-temperature heat sources in the production process. The Danfoss PSG compressor is ideal for high-temperature industrial heat pumps, enabling the move to electrification and transition from fossil fuels to sustainable heating. Option for electric heating An innovative scroll compressor, the PSG can support heat recovery, process heating and district heating applications that require a high temperature heat sou...

Danfoss HEXSelector software now includes microchannel heat exchangers (MCHE), making it possible for contractors and building owners to easily choose the perfect match for their HVAC system. With microchannel heat exchangers growing in popularity for their lightweight design and reduced refrigerant charge, contractors faced the challenge of choosing the product correctly sized for their system. This upgrade to the HEXSelector software enables them to streamline the process. Identify the opti...

Reflecting its commitment to decarbonization and the transition to electric heating, Danfoss is excited to introduce an economizer for cold climate heat pumps. A brazed plate heat exchanger coupled with an extra expansion device, the economizer enables scroll compressors with vapor injection, like the Danfoss PSH vapor injection compressor, to operate efficiently at higher operating envelopes. Cold climate heat pumps The economizer helps vapor injection compressors operate efficiently in the...

The Danfoss Advanced Active Filter AAF 007 delivers exceptional harmonic mitigation, power factor correction, and imbalance compensation in one unit. Utilizing cutting-edge silicon carbide (SiC) switches, it achieves 60% lower power losses compared to other filters on the market, and superior high-order harmonic elimination, ensuring efficient and reliable operation tailored to customer needs. Newest-generation SiC switches Engineered to mitigate harmonic distortion caused by variable speed...

With more commercial buildings adopting AI and connectivity solutions to optimize energy consumption and identify maintenance needs before they reach a critical stage, building owners and managers are facing the challenge of integrating multiple devices into their building management system (BMS). The new X-Gate gateway from Danfoss meets that challenge by enabling effective communication between devices that use different communication standards. Danfoss’ System Manager 800A An advanc...

The Danfoss variable speed scroll compressor range now includes the ability to operate with vapor, liquid, and wet injection. The injection technology in the new Danfoss VZH-VI compressor range accelerates the flexibility for manufacturers to design units that achieve superior performance in comfort control, cooling, and low ambient heating for cold climates. Used alongside the Danfoss fixed-speed compressor range, and combined with the full Danfoss-qualified injection package, it is truly a f...

Harmonics is a complex subject, and professionals often find it daunting to start their journey due to a lack of effective tools for understanding. MyDrive® Harmonics addresses this challenge by setting a new benchmark in harmonic analysis and mitigation in HVAC drives. Its advanced simulation capabilities, combined with its focus on accuracy and user-centric design, will help engineers mitigate harmonic distortions in HVAC systems. Harmonic analysis for electrical systems The software i...

Danfoss is proud to announce that their BOCK HGX56 CO2 T compressor was named the winner in the Refrigeration category of the 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. The annual awards competition honors the most inventive and original products, systems, and technologies that will be showcased at this coming January’s International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) in the categories of building automation; cooling; sustainable solutions; heating; indoor air quality;...

Mitsubishi Electric welcomed Andrew Western, MP for Stretford and Urmston, and Sir Mark Hendrick, MP for Preston, to its Manchester office and training center to discuss the future of heat pumps, the decarbonization of heating, and the electrification of homes and businesses. The visit, on 7 February, provided an opportunity for the MPs to engage with industry experts on the critical role heat pumps play in reducing the UK’s carbon footprint and helping achieve the government’s net-...

Carrier has launched a new line of K-Series WeatherMaker® Applied rooftop units available with more environmentally sustainable R-454B refrigerant, known commercially as Puron Advance. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The K-series is available in 20-to-60-ton nominal cooling capacities and features a robust indoor fan system and improved design for higher efficiency compared to legacy Carrier models. Variable Air Vol...

Workiz, the pioneering provider of field service management (FSM) solutions, announced a new collaboration with Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning. The two brands account for a large share of the residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. This strategic relationship marks another significant milestone for Workiz as it continues to grow its market share in the home services space and underscores its commitment to advancing the HVAC business...

Eurovent has released a second version of its Recommendation 9/12 on the performance efficiency standard for evaporative cooling equipment. The second edition includes radial fans, which are a sub-category of centrifugal fans. Evaporative cooling products The main purpose of this Recommendation is to define energy efficiency for mechanical draught evaporative cooling products and determine target levels to improve the energy efficiency of the population of mechanical draught evaporative cooli...

Solutions to meet customer needs for decarbonization and energy efficiency were focus of three-day event. At the AHR Expo, held February 10-12 in Orlando, FL, Danfoss showed its broad portfolio of technologies for addressing key industry trends, such as decarbonization, refrigerant transition, and AI/connectivity.  At the Danfoss booth, current and potential customers explored the company’s solutions that enable customers to build heat pumps, data centers, rooftop units, Dedicated Ou...

Midea America Corp., a subsidiary of a pioneer in air treatment solutions, is committed to advancing heating and cooling technology and making it accessible to more consumers. To bring innovative heat pump technologies directly to homeowners, Midea’s distributor, AAA AC Supplies Inc., is excited to announce the grand opening of the first Midea-branded showroom, training center & distribution facility in Florida. Midea’s innovative heating and cooling solutions The 31,000-squar...

Eurovent calls for the recognition of the HVACR sector in the Clean Industrial Deal and related policies, to preserve the industry's competitiveness. The European Commission, in its new mandate, is taking the competitiveness challenge seriously. The recently published 2025 Commission work program has outlined some helpful first measures to address the major structural obstacles that make it hard for European industries to compete. Net-zero technology Eurovent is expressing its concerns about...

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) named Liz Fong, Operations Integration Manager, MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions in Seattle, Washington, as the recipient of its 2025 SMACNA Innovator of the Year Award. The honor recognizes contractors who are pioneers of innovative approaches to industry-wide challenges and pacesetters who harness the latest construction technology to drive the industry forward, celebrating outstanding achievements by an indivi...

The 13th edition of Big 5 Construct Saudi was inaugurated by Mohammed Abdulaziz Alajlan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA) at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center at Roshn Front unveiling its new two-week format designed to meet the increasing market demand and sector-specific growth opportunities within Saudi Arabia’s construction industry. As it opened for its first week, Big 5 Construct Saudi hosted the 5th edition of the Internationa...

Big 5 Construct Saudi marks its grand opening, returning for its 13th edition in a new and expanded format for two weeks, with the first week running from 15-18 February at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center at Roshn Front.  With anticipation at its peak, the event is the first-ever trade event in the Middle East to run for two weeks at a time when the Kingdom’s construction sector undergoes a transformation, fueled by the vast opportunities emerging from a trillion-...

Saudi Arabia’s construction industry is rapidly evolving, fueled by technological advancements, strategies in large-scale projects, policy reforms and sustainability. Returning once again at Big 5 Construct Saudi, the International Contracting Conference (ICC), organized by the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA) and dmg events and taking place on 15-16 February, will host government officials, industry pioneers and policymakers to share insights into navigating the Kingdom’s constru...