Nigeria HVAC News & Trends

Energy consumption continues to be one of the primary contributors to a building’s carbon emissions and its operational costs. Around 40% of this energy is used to power HVAC systems. To improve sustainability and reduce operating costs, it’s in a building owner’s best interest to find ways to make their building’s heating and cooling systems more efficient. Identifying areas that will make the biggest difference starts with knowing which systems consume the most energy...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), a manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment systems, is pleased to announce the selection of Dan-Poltherm as the new manufacturers’ representative firm for DriSteem products in Poland. The new addition In addition to Dan-Poltherm’s own products, they are a direct importer and an exclusive distributor of devices of well-known HVAC system manufacturers covering the needs resulting from air ventilation, air conditioning,...

QM Power’s ongoing development of high-efficiency electric motors and controls has led to renewed research sponsorships, expanded office space at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), and the opening of a satellite office in Albany, New York, USA. energy-efficient motors As part of its network of university alliances in the US and Europe, QM Power has housed employees in office and laboratory space at the UNC Charlotte campus for several years. Its research...

High-quality fats and oils are an important component of modern animal feed. An animal feed manufacturer uses palm stearin to produce high-energy dairy feed. The hard fat has a melting point of 58 °C and hardens as soon as its temperature drops below this point. Heated tanker trucks deliver the palm stearin. A Börger rotary lobe pump conveys the fat from the tanker truck into the production plant. pump Equipped with a steam heater cover During the pumping process, the temperature of...

Suffolk’s councils have joined together to establish Warm Homes Suffolk. The team will be on hand to offer expert advice on reducing energy bills, energy usage and identify benefits that residents may be entitled to, to help keep their homes warm. The work of Warm Homes Suffolk will also help the county towards its target of Net-Zero by 2030, as the project aims to better insulate homes and provide more efficient heating, meaning less carbon is released into the atmosphere. Offering valu...

A pioneering new energy storage technology is using BITZER open-drive screw compressors to generate high-efficiency cooling as an alternative, low-carbon power source. The patented EnergiVault, being developed by O-Hx Ltd, is designed to support decarbonization of industrial processes, and commercial and residential buildings using stored 'coolth' as a source of energy. EnergiVault was recently awarded government funding in the form of a Business Accelerator grant to commercialize the technolog...

To offer greater flexibility to contractors in the supply and installation of district heating networks, polymer pipework specialist REHAU is launching a new range of modular tee fittings. With government figures projecting heat demand to rise by 11% between now and 2050, both expanding and decarbonizing the UK’s existing infrastructure will be necessary to meet future needs and net-zero goals. To address these challenges effectively, the Government has targeted growth in district he...

Sustainability technology company OVER launched CrossField, the most advanced sustainable filter-free air purification system, in the UK. Through CrossField technology businesses and homeowners will, for the first time, have access to the most effective and innovative air filtration system on the market, helping combat airborne viruses and bacteria, including COVID-19. 99.9% air purification effectiveness CrossField uses UV-light and electrostatic plates to capture and deactivate mi...

Is it known that the steel oil drum has been almost unchanged since its invention in 1901? Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, also known as Nellie Bly, made the first usable and practical oil drum to carry crude oil. The universal 55-gallon drum is the storage container choice of industries worldwide for almost every liquid except crude oil. They are easy to fill, stack, store, and ship. But, sometimes, they aren’t so easy to empty. Barrels containing high viscosity liquids need a little hea...

Danfoss Power Solutions (DPS) is establishing a stand-alone business unit, White Drive Motors & Steering, and is preparing an immediate sale of the business unit. This is a necessary step to get the regulatory approvals needed to close the Eaton Hydraulics acquisition. Since Danfoss announced the acquisition of Eaton Hydraulics, the transaction has been subject to the usual closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Danfoss is now establishing and preparing to sell a business unit - White...

Johnson Controls’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), George Oliver shared his views on climate change in a recent episode of BRT TV, a series featuring the perspectives of America’s leading Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) on critical issues facing the country. In the new episode, Business Roundtable members describe the efforts of America’s job creators to address climate change and call for policies, in order to support the rapid development and deployment of cleaner...

Johnson Controls International plc (Johnson Controls), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, will present at the Cowen 43rd Annual Aerospace/Defense & Industrials Conference. Johnson Controls’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), George Oliver will participate virtually in a fireside chat, to be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. EST.

Carrier is further expanding its electrification capabilities through a new alliance with Consolidated Metco, Inc. (ConMet), adding wheel-based power generation that captures energy that otherwise would be wasted during braking events. Carrier – ConMet partnership The alliance also advances Carrier’s broader zero-emission transport refrigeration solutions, with the availability of electric options for trailer, truck, and light commercial vehicle customers before the end of 2022, he...

Net-zero is high up on the agenda. And to achieve the UK’s carbon-neutral pledge by 2050 the country’s building stock must be decarbonized. Embodied carbon When we talk about decarbonizing buildings, there are two distinct categories of emissions that come into play. The first is embodied carbon. Here, the embodied carbon of a building includes emissions deriving from the construction materials, the building process, and the fixtures and fittings inside. It also covers emissions f...

TSI Incorporated introduced the new and improved 9600 VelociCalc® and VelociCalc® Pro Multi-Function Ventilation Series Meters. Features include a built-in workflow for calculating the percentage of outside air used to determine ventilation effectiveness in a building or room. The VelociCalc® Pro adds additional built-in workflows for heat flow calculation plus four methodologies for performing a duct traverse which speeds up the measurement process while reducing errors.  use...

ABB has announced the launch of its new CP-S.1 range of primary switch mode 24 V DC power supplies that combines efficiency and reliability, with an unrivaled power-to-space ratio. With an efficiency of up to 94 percent, the CP-S.1 24/40.0 power supply is able to generate a 1.4 ton CO2 saving over a typical lifetime of ten years, when compared to a device with 92 percent efficiency. This is equivalent to the same amount of CO2 required to charge 160,000 smartphones. CP-S.1 power supplies range...

Carrier Commercial Refrigeration recently equipped a COVID-19 vaccine storage warehouse in Spain with its PowerCO2OL refrigeration system that utilizes the natural refrigerant carbon dioxide (CO2). This is the first time the sustainable, low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant is being used to preserve and protect the efficacy of critical vaccines in Spain. To further support a safe and effective cold chain, Carrier’s flagship high-capacity refrigeration racks were fitted into an e...

A renowned Missouri company has introduced the first major innovation in HVAC in nearly a 100 years, The Cocoon system. The Cocoon system, developed by Cocoon Revolution by Thermasi, relies on thermal mass heat, powered by economical electricity, in order to produce cost-effective warmth, without the safety risks and environmental concerns of natural or propane gas. The Cocoon system Named after nature’s ultimate warm and safe place, the Cocoon system is made in the USA Named after nat...

Munters has acquired EDPAC, an Ireland-based manufacturer of data center cooling equipment and air handling systems for a purchase price of MEUR 29. The acquisition is part of Munters' strategy to grow in the prioritized data center segment. Munters is a pioneer of energy-efficient data center cooling solutions in North America and strengthens its presence in Europe through the acquisition. About EDPAC EDPAC reported net sales of MEUR 17 and an adjusted EBITDA of MEUR 1.7 in the financia...

Organizers of the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic are highlighting the tournament’s commitment to environmental responsibility and shining the spotlight on all sustainable developments at this year’s tournament that fall under four themes: waste, transport, energy, and legacy. It marks an important new initiative for the 33rd edition of the DP World Tour golf event, which runs from January 27-30 at Emirates Golf Club. Reducing CO2 emissions The current US$8million Rolex Series tou...

A brand new 4-star hotel in central Glasgow, Scotland, is benefitting from a comprehensive Lochinvar heating and hot water package of heat pump, boilers, storage vessel, and water heaters. The Maldron Hotel The Maldron Hotel in Renfrew Street is just a short walk from both of Glasgow’s major rail stations – Central and Queen Street and a 15-minute drive from Glasgow International Airport. It is just minutes away from the city’s famous Sauchiehall Street shopping area and next...

Eurovent announced that the globally renowned association has welcomed Deltrian (Deltrian International), a Belgian manufacturer of air filtration systems, as its newest Corresponding Member. The membership for Deltrian was formally approved during a meeting of the Eurovent Board of Directors in December 2021. New Eurovent member, Deltrian International Founded in 1967, Deltrian International has expertise in air quality management in various fields Founded in 1967, Deltrian International ha...

HydroGNSS is the second mission in the ESA Scout program, demonstrating Earth Observation science with a small budget and rapid schedule.  HydroGNSS is a 55kg satellite that will take measurements of key hydrological climate variables, including soil moisture, freeze-thaw state over permafrost, inundation, and wetlands, and above-ground biomass.  GNSS Reflectometry It uses a technique called GNSS Reflectometry that exploits signals from Global Navigation Satellites Systems as radar...

Climate Control Group, a NIBE Group Member, announces that they are taking their family of companies in an exciting new direction, in anticipation of the 2022 AHR Expo, being held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2022.   Climate Control Group’s companies provide one of the industry’s most diverse HVAC portfolios with solutions and innovative sustainable options for both residential and commercial applications. As a NIBE Group Member, the com...

In line with the timing of Big Energy Saving Week, Baxi has compiled its list of top tips for educating homeowners in managing their energy usage and minimizing utility costs. As homeowners crank up the heating and keep the lights on for longer during the winter season, these increases in usage can have a significant impact on monthly costs, which are only exacerbated as UK energy prices continue to soar. Following are the ten top tips: Boiler replacement If the boiler in a home is...

U.S.-based Dexwet Holdings (Dexwet), a global innovative air filtration and technology company, announced its new filter technology will be available in Nigeria due to a new partnership with Lumnar, a Nigerian company providing green solutions for healthy living. Dexwet Pure Air Filters are uniquely engineered and scientifically proven to trap dust, pollen, and airborne particles without reducing airflow on many types of air exchanges. Lumnar will serve as Dexwet’s territory partner...

Ruskin has announced the release of the new EME620DD and BLD723 louvers, which are wind-driven rain AMCA certified louvers, made for exceptional protection against water, air, and wind penetration. EME620DD louver The EME620DD louver from Ruskin is a newly designed, 6" deep, horizontally bladed louver, which is specially designed for building applications that require wind driven rain protections. BLD723 bold line drainable louver Ideal for architects, who want to make a design statement, th...

Viessmann, the renowned family-led business firm, is committed to creating excellent employee conditions and providing employees with the best possible support in their everyday endeavors.  After a three-month certification process, the Top Employers Institute has certified Viessmann as a Top Employer 2022 in Germany and therefore, as a highly attractive employer. Recognition criteria The Top Employers Institute examined the participating employers in six overarching HR dimensions and 20...

The Brick Consortium, Inc. (The Brick Consortium), the non-profit membership-led organization that sponsors and encourages the research and development (R&D) of the open source - Brick schema specifications for the built environment, has announced that five companies have joined on as inaugural members: Carrier Corporation (Carrier), Clockworks Analytics, Johnson Controls, Mapped, and Schneider Electric. These commercial members join academic members, who hail from Carnegie Mellon Universit...

The internationally active Viessmann Group has taken a majority stake in Pacifica Home Services Ltd. (PHS), simultaneously backing the reinvestment of the management team. The deal includes the acquisition of Oakes Energy Services Ltd (Oakes Energy), which will be integral to the development of the new business. Pacifica Home Services Ltd. (PHS) is based in Durham, United Kingdom and well known to end-customers within the UK, under the brand - 0800 Repair. The Management team from PHS will stay...