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At a ceremony at the London Hilton Metropole for the H&V News Awards, Qvantum was presented with the award for Domestic Heating Product of the Year – Boilers, Heat Pumps, and Emitters, overcoming significant competition from other products by Tesla, NIBE Energy Systems, Daikin, Navien and others.   H&V News Awards For nearly 30 years, the H&V News Awards has been recognizing and celebrating the most innovative and customer-focused products of the year, gaining a reputati...

The owners of Berkshire-based HVAC specialists Campbell West have called for a change in approach to how apprenticeships are promoted to school leavers following the Chancellor’s pledge to boost apprenticeship training in a £50-million pilot scheme. Steven Campbell and Daniel West, who left school at the age of 16 to embark on apprentices and now run a £10-million firm, have welcomed Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement announcement that will “stimulate” apprentice...

Full-scale testing of the EnergiVault cold thermal energy storage system from Organic Heat Exchangers (O-Hx) has seen performance exceed expectations in areas including peak load support, resilience, and reliability.  Benefits A 650kWh commercial demonstration unit with a cloud dashboard and integration to a building management system was installed at the Alnwick facility of drug development and manufacturing accelerator Quotient Sciences earlier in 2023, with benefits to date i...

Revised building codes, based on model “I-Codes” developed by the International Code Council (ICC), are being widely adopted to allow A2L refrigerants to be used in comfort air conditioning applications. Previously, the use of A2L refrigerants, which are “mildly flammable,” was not allowed by building codes in force in 2021 and before because of safety concerns.   benefits of A2Ls However, the benefits of using A2Ls instead of refrigerants with higher global...

Forrest Anderson Plumbing and Air Conditioning (Forrest Anderson), a family-owned business in the Phoenix area since 1961, is pleased to announce the winner of the 8th Annual Military Hero Giveaway. Don Kuhl, a Phoenix native, Air Force Veteran, and civil servant secured the most public votes to win a free A/C unit in this giveaway that honors the sacrifices of local Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. An AC unit “This is incredible. An AC unit, especially these d...

Following the launch of the Construction Inclusion Coalition in September, founder member Baxi hosted a roundtable discussion at RIBA, The Royal Institute of British Architects, focused on addressing gender imbalance and other equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) considerations in the construction industry. The roundtable was hosted by Karen Boswell OBE, who was joined by 10 experienced leaders from around the sector, including from Wolseley, AtkinsRéalis, Builders Merchants Federatio...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-pioneering American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, is providing critical support for the fight against hunger this holiday season with a $10,000 contribution to Mel Trotter Ministries. The donation will help Mel Trotter Ministries meet the needs of struggling families and individuals in the Grand Rapids area through its annual Thanksgiving Day meal and turkey distribution.  ongoing support “Bradford White is commit...

BDR Thermea Group, a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions for the commercial and residential sectors, has recently joined Eurovent as one of the association’s newest Corresponding Members. HVAC equipment and solutions BDR Thermea Group is a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions. The group’s product portfolio for residential and commercial buildings includes heat pumps, hydrogen boilers, hybrids, combined heat and power solutions, fuel cells, hot water solutions, resi...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-pioneering American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, is providing critical support for the fight against hunger this holiday season with a $10,000 contribution to Philabundance. food distribution program The donation will help Philabundance’s year-end food distribution program, which provides holiday food items to individuals and families struggling with food insecurity in the Greater Philadelphia area. Bradford White als...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has announced a significant milestone for its industry-renowned, sustainable climate solutions – with more than one million HVAC units with low-carbon steel shipped to homeowners and commercial customers across the U.S. Less than one year after Trane Technologies established ground-breaking purchase agreements with two major U.S. steel manufacturers, the company’s low-carbon steel products – which include high-efficiency heat pum...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been awarded a $33 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains to help increase domestic production of electric heat pumps by expanding three U.S.-based manufacturing sites. Combined, these facilities will be able to produce approximately 200,000 electric heat pumps per year, representing a nearly 200% production increase. This substantial volume wi...

To recognize the sacrifices made by Veterans and their families, Air Pros USA honored eight Veterans in eight cities by surprising them with new air conditioning units. Employees helped select deserving recipients through Air Pros USA’s annual Veterans initiatives and exclusive partnerships. After a careful vetting process, the company installed brand new HVAC units free of charge for Veterans in LaGrange, Georgia; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Fort Myers, Florida; Gainesville, Fl...

Two Danish powerhouses partner to continue strategic collaboration to enhance energy efficiency and reduce overall energy consumption in multifamily buildings.  HOFOR, the pioneering district heating utility in Denmark, will utilize the Leanheat® solution from Danfoss. The software solution combines cutting-edge technology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to optimize energy consumption and improve operational efficiency. This st...

An Aston University research project is to help improve living conditions in Ukraine by developing a warmer and greener system of heating homes. In Ukraine, many buildings have outdated and inefficient heating systems which not only waste energy but also limit the use of modern heating technologies. The project aims to change the lives of many Ukrainians by developing affordable cascade heat pumps. These will efficiently heat homes, even during the severe Ukrainian winter, during which temperat...

Airthings, a global pioneer in indoor air quality monitoring and energy-saving solutions has announced the launch of the newest device to join the Airthingsfor Business portfolio, Space Nano. Space Nano The product is capable of monitoring humidity, temperature, pressure, and lux, (a camera-free light level sensor), both indoor and outdoor. The device also has a virtual Mold Risk Indicator, and it offers expanded opportunities to monitor hard-to-reach and less accessible spaces within bui...

Water and energy efficiency company Cenergist has completed what it believes to be the UK’s first installation of high-temperature air source heat pumps in a domestic setting. The installations have delivered district heating systems for six Leeds City Council-owned residential tower blocks which comprise 497 homes. The project required the replacement of inefficient night storage heaters and hot water cylinders with high-temperature air source heat pump communal heating an...

As the world continues its push towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, heat pump technology has emerged as a solution for decarbonizing various sectors, particularly heating and cooling. Danfoss believes it's crucial to discuss and highlight the impact and potential of heat pumps in achieving a greener future. latest trends in heat pumps At AHR 2024, Danfoss will be on site to highlight the latest trends in heat pumps, including new applications and the critical role hydronic...

College was never the only path to success. There are many other nontraditional avenues to success, and I had the privilege of blindly venturing down one myself. My path included a short stint in college, then trade school, an apprenticeship, a role building a training program, a managerial role running a branch, and ultimately a leadership role running a large region of companies. I started my career as a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technician, and I didn’t think I’...

Marcone, North America's pioneering distributor for appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts, announced that the U.S. branches of its HVAC division recently joined together to thank military service providers in their communities. Veteran's Day In honor of Veteran's Day on November 11, Marcone HVAC locations celebrated servicemen and servicewomen with cookies and a show of gratitude. Employees who served our country were thanked internally and on social media. Cu...

BITZER, the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump specialist, acquired Czech company BPOWER in late October 2023. This acquisition not only allows BITZER to offer components and Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems for generating power from waste heat, thus making an important contribution to decarbonization, but also enables system integration.  Efficient use of waste heat in the industry can go a long way in helping to make production more energy-efficient, reduce carbon emission...

A new zero GWP/ODP compact ammonia chiller has been developed to future-proof end users against F-gas changes, while offering excellent energy efficiency, low running costs, and extended working life.  The AMChill packaged chiller, developed by natural refrigeration specialist KGM Refrigeration Ltd with support from BITZER UK, runs on an ultra-low charge of ammonia, made possible by a new design that overcomes the need for a flooded evaporator.  lightweight and compact Based on high...

Tradespeople will now be able to face the ongoing battle of complying with building regulations for mechanical ventilation as Elta Fans returns to the market via a new dedicated division, Elta Trade. With many people not realizing that residential ventilation systems must adhere to the building's regulations alongside needing to test its airflow rates, Elta Trade aims to help contractors ensure their setup is compliant. Damp and mold problems According to the 2021 English Housing Survey condu...

Airedale’s AireWall ONE has been designed with input from industry experts, to deliver a flexible, efficient and global range of data center fan arrays for an industry striving for scalability and sustainability. Airedale by Modine, the critical cooling specialists, has announced the launch of AireWall ONE, a fan wall developed in collaboration with the data center industry. AireWall ONE AireWall ONE has built-in flexibility, with a parametric design allowing it to be configurable to ph...

Denso Corporation (DENSO), a globally renowned mobility supplier, hosted its annual Dialog Day on November 15, 2023. Aiming to enhance its concepts - “Green” and “Peace of Mind” to evolve from “a Tier 1 supplier that supports the auto industry” to “a Tier 1 supplier that supports a mobility-centered society,” DENSO has announced a new management structure strategy, its corporate value improvement strategy, its fundamental technology strategy and c...

Heat pump commissioning through Benchmark Online and certification via the MCS Installations Database are set to be integrated. This will result in a single point of data entry for the first time to simplify the process for Benchmark installers employed by the nearly 1,700 MCS-certified heat pump contractors. Benchmark, a longstanding trusted name within the installer community, transformed its previous paper-based checklist into an easy-to-use app over two years ago. The addition of heat...

Mitsubishi Electric will be exhibiting at CIBSE Build2Perform Live 2023, from 5th to 6th December, 2023 at ExCeL, London, United Kingdom, showcasing the range of commercial heat pumps and Hybrid VRF air conditioning solutions, including the Ecodan QAHV commercial heat pump and the City Multi Vertical Hybrid Branch Controller (HBC). The Ecodan QAHV utilizes CO2 and is specifically designed for commercial sanitary hot water applications. It can deliver hot water up to 90°C, making it an ideal...

Pioneering UK heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi has held an inaugural graduation ceremony at the Coventry Building Society Arena to celebrate the successes of its first group of apprentices. The event recognised the outstanding achievements of Baxi’s first cohort of field engineer apprentices, its degree apprentices, and colleagues from departments across the company who have completed apprenticeships in the last twelve months to help further their career. A visit to the Engin...

This time of year, a lot of planning is underway. Companies throughout the HVACR industry are mapping out the best path to maintain their current level of business, pursue growth while staying in their lane, or expand into a new area based on changing customer needs and industry opportunities. Whether you’re a small family-owned residential HVAC shop, a major player in commercial HVACR service or manufacturing, or anywhere in between, it’s helpful to be aware of the strong dynamics...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has announced the opening of its newest global Innovation Center near Montreal in Brossard, Quebec, Canada, following nearly four decades of developing cutting-edge software in the region. At the 35,000-square-foot space, Eaton will accelerate the research and development of distributed energy resource (DER) technologies enabling sustainable electricity for buildings, homes, industry and the electric grid. Eaton is bringing approximately 150 highly s...

There is a severe shortage of skilled technicians in the HVAC trade, reflecting an urgent need to attract more employees to careers in HVAC. The estimated 80,000 unfilled positions across the United States are the result of multiple trends, from an aging workforce to a lack of training and education. There is also a public perception problem: HVAC jobs are often seen as dirty, sweaty, and unskilled positions. But how can the industry address the problem? We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How...