New Zealand HVAC News & Trends

In facilities with high volumes of foot traffic, the constant opening and closing of doors not only lets in chilly air but can cause heating problems for the entire building. Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects. Vestibules, lobbies, entrance ways, and hallways are frequently populated, so it’s imperative that facilities hunker down...

The CAREL Industries Board of Directors has approved the consolidated results as of 31 March 2025, with consolidated revenues equal to €147.4 million, +0.7% compared to the first three months 2024. The consolidated adjusted EBITDA amounted to €27.6 million, representing 18.6% of revenues and showing an improvement compared to the same period of the previous year. Second quarter with revenue Given the solid results achieved during the first quarter, the continued strength of the...

QuickFitting®, a pioneer in plumbing and HVAC solutions, announces the launch of HVAC/R Push-to-Connect refrigerant fittings, an innovation that simplifies the installation and maintenance of HVAC/R systems. With no flaring, brazing or special tools required, installers can connect refrigerant lines in seconds simply by pushing the fitting onto the pipe. This approach enables contractors and technicians to make leak-free connections in seconds to reduce installation time and simultaneously...

REHAU UK’s building solutions division has appointed Jack Trivett to Area Sales Manager for the Southwest of England and the South of Wales, focused on their pre-insulated pipe systems in a move to support the growing district heating market. Jack is already an experienced Area Sales Manager, with a successful history of working with stakeholders on commercial projects. He joined REHAU in September 2020 as a Product Management Assistant, following the completion of his Business Informatio...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Energy Recovery Components’ (PG-ERC) unanimously re-elected Rikard Lindbom as its Vice-Chairperson. His appointment affirms his continued leadership in one of the pioneering European HVAC working groups. Rikard Lindbom, Product Area Director Energy Recovery at RECUTECH, brings over 16 years of experience in the energy sector, encompassing sales, production technology, and product management. Europe’s transition to a sustainable future Lindbom...

CAREL will participate in LIGNA 2025, the pioneering international trade fair for wood processing, taking place from May 26 to 30, 2025, in Hannover, Germany. The company will showcase advanced solutions for controlling environmental conditions in industrial processes. CAREL’s offering for the sector includes humidification systems, heat recovery units, and integrated control of high-efficiency components, all designed to reduce energy consumption and improve the quality of finished produ...

Noritz America, as part of an ongoing program to enhance its entire product offering in 2025, recently introduced an upgraded version of its flagship commercial unit, the NCC199CDV Pro Condensing Tankless Water Heater. Engineered for a wide range of heavy-duty commercial applications, the new ENERGY STAR-rated NCC199 CDV Pro incorporates several new, installer- and end-user-friendly features, while retaining an industry-renowned, 10-year warranty on its dual stainless steel heat exchangers...

Nidec Global Appliance’s booth at AWE 2025 - one of the world’s largest home appliances and consumer electronics trade shows - held from March 20 to 23, 2025, in China, was the stage for the launch of the new Embraco residential refrigeration compressor: the Embraco Atom. It stands to be the most compact variable-speed compressor for residential applications on the market, designed to democratize this energy-efficient technology. The product was granted the AWE Innovation Award duri...

Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing, a trusted name in home comfort solutions throughout North Carolina and Virginia, announced that it is expanding its service area into Carroll County, Virginia, with the acquisition of V & H Heating & Cooling. Not only will Jay’s retain all of V & H’s employees, but the acquisition is also a deeply personal one for owner Jamie Vaughan, a fourth-generation HVAC professional. V & H Heating & Cooling was originally founded as...

Navien UK, a pioneering provider of heating and hot water solutions, has expanded its exclusive partnership with Ultimate Renewables Supplies to include the distribution of its new PEM750 heat pump. Navien UK partnered with APP Wholesale Ltd in 2024 to bring its full line of heating and hot water products to regional and national merchants across the UK. Navien’s low-carbon technology The addition of the PEM750 further strengthens this established relationship, providing installers The...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a powerful new capability within its ADEPT selection platform: the Integrated Designer. The Integrated Designer simplifies the process of selecting and sizing pumps, accessories and more — all from a single interface. Values for system flow Designed to save time and improve accuracy and energy efficiency, the tool enables the seamless creation of comprehensive equipment schedules and system layouts with pre-configured solutions. Using the suppl...

The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial – the UK’s market pioneer of high efficiency commercial heating solutions – is focused firmly on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years, brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation. heating system replacement New CPD concentrates on modern, energy-efficient plant room retrofits using heat...

GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, the manufacturer of Uponor-branded products, has announced John Reutter as President. John joined the organization in 2018 as vice president of Finance and has been an instrumental pioneer over the past seven years. He will continue to be based out of the North America headquarters in Apple Valley, Minn., and will report to Michael Rauterkus, president and CEO of GF Building Flow Solutions. John growth strategies In his role as President, John will lead th...

Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its final preparations for a trio of forthcoming energy sector events taking place in Europe and Asia. Visitors to the Teledyne GFD booth at All Energy 2025 (Glasgow, UK, 14-15 May), World Hydrogen Summit 2025 (Rotterdam, Netherlands, 20-22 May) and World Gas Congress 2025 (Beijing, China, 19-23 May) will learn for themselves the advantages of tapping into sector knowledge and solutions that stem from deca...

As demand continues to grow for sustainable, energy-efficient solutions in refrigeration and heating, both Europe and North America are navigating a rapid transition toward natural refrigerants. There is a strong demand for new CO2 systems, including heat pumps and various other applications. Higher capacity compressors with larger operating envelope, such as Danfoss’ Bock HGX56 CO2 T series, will play a critical role in supporting this growing need. Air to water heat pumps As shown in...

Wolong Electric America, a pioneer in industrial motor and drive technology, is proud to highlight the EMR-Bulldozer Series, a ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance integrated drive motor engineered for ultra-high efficiency, robust performance, and long-term reliability in harsh HVAC conditions. With efficiency equivalent to IE5, the highest currently recognized international standard, the EMR-Bulldozer motors deliver outstanding power density and energy savings, making them ideal for demand...

Ziehl-Abegg Inc. proudly announces that Carmen Deese, Director of Human Resources, has been named one of Triad Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business for 2025. This prestigious recognition honors women in the Triad region who demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, and impact in their industries and communities. Ziehl-Abegg’s rapid growth Deese was formally honored at a ceremony held on April 23, 2025, where she joined a distinguished group of professionals recognize...

Automated Logic and the Laurel Institutes are partnering together to help build a new generation of HVAC technicians, while outfitting campuses in three states with the latest building automation systems. Automated Logic, a pioneering provider of innovative building-management solutions, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative The partnership is part of Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative, which...

UL Solutions, a service provider to the HVACR industry and various other sectors, has become the first official Silver Sponsor of the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT, taking place from 24-26 September, 2025, in Prague, Czechia. UL Solutions is a pioneer in applied safety science. It transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, plus software and advisory offerings...

Global HVAC technology pioneer - LG Electronics continues to set new standards in HVAC training and customer service excellence with the launch of the Premier Service Champion Program, a new initiative designed to equip LG distributors and applied representatives with advanced technical knowledge, hands-on training, and cutting-edge industry resources. The program provides comprehensive education modules and expert-led workshops to enhance technical expertise and troubleshooting skills, raising...

Burnham Holdings, Inc. (BHI), parent company to pioneering manufacturers of boilers and related HVAC products and accessories, announced its decision to divest substantially all of the assets of its Thermo Pride (TP) and Norwood Manufacturing (NMI) business subsidiaries. This strategic move aligns with the holding company’s long-term vision to strengthen its core boiler business while expanding its commercial and industrial rental and service operations. Comprehensive boiler solutions T...

Emerson announced the launch of a new solution for Dust Collector Monitoring and Control. A wide range of industries—including cement, mining and metals, chemicals and plastics, food and dairy, power, utilities, and more—handle materials that generate significant amounts of dust and particulate emissions. Automating dust collection monitoring is an effective way to optimize filtration, ensure environmental compliance, reduce costly maintenance, and avoid expensive unplanned downtim...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, safe and sustainable buildings, is celebrating 140 years of achievements and industry-firsts. Since its founding in 1885, Johnson Controls has continuously improved the built environment, delivering the first automatic sprinkler and then the first room thermostat shortly thereafter.  Fire protection and smart security portfolio Johnson Controls is serving customers throughout the building lifecycle with one of the largest portfolio...

Carrier Solutions UK is set to make an impact at HVAC+R at UK Construction Week 2025, with an impressive stand showcasing its expanded portfolio of best-in-class heating and cooling solutions. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Latest advances in heat pumps Under the theme “Power Play as One Team”, Carrier Solutions UK’s stand will unite three of the...

Modern data centers require advanced cooling solutions to operate at peak performance. As one of the most rapidly growing industries in the world, data centers are changing how they develop new cooling technology at a record pace. The data center market is projected to continue growing by 8.5% per year over the next five years, to over $600 billion by 2029. Global power demand by 2028 Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are driving increased data center demand, and the...

Viessmann Climate Solution UK's Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control is now available for new Vitodens 050-W gas condensing boilers, allowing end-users to wirelessly control their hot water and heating. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Launched in 2023 for its Vitodens 100-W and 111-W unvented system and combi storage boilers, Viessmann has also released a Vitotrol 100-EH model for heat pumps,...

A survey conducted by Baxi of 200 state school estate managers, consultant engineers, and M&E contractors has found that while enthusiasm for net zero and support for low-carbon heating systems in schools is thriving, persistent barriers remain. The survey found extremely strong support for net zero within schools, with 90% of estates managers who responded agreeing that net zero is a priority, a sentiment echoed by 78% of consultant engineers and contractors. 99% of the school estate manag...

Installing HVAC equipment is not as simple as plugging in an appliance. Installers often face many hurdles, including complex system design, space constraints, accurate sizing and load calculation, and proper ductwork installation. But what are we forgetting? We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the most overlooked factor when installing HVAC systems?

Although energy efficiency continues to be a focus of home renovation, HVAC professionals are sometimes hesitant to work on older homes. The potential costs and complexities of replacing outdated HVAC systems or installing a solution where one doesn’t exist can make them nervous. However, installing all-electric, all-climate heat pumps in homes built decades ago, even a century ago, is an everyday occurrence in the northeastern U.S. Heating and cooling systems A sizable portion of Jay...

Viessmann Climate Solutions (VCS) has combined with Carrier to become the core of Carrier’s newly formed business unit Residential and Light Commercial for European, Middle East and Africa. This business unit is now able to offer brands like Carrier, Toshiba, and Beretta next to the premium brand Viessmann, thus covering additional user segments with differentiated products at various price points. Climate system technology “The climate system technology of Viessmann Climate Solu...