Portugal HVAC News & Trends

On Earth Day 2021, Worcester Bosch has launched a new children’s storybook A Robot Called B4, a brand-new adventure book for children aged 7-11, available in both audiobook and hard copy formats. A Robot Called B4 tells the endearing story of Alfie and Ava, two children who discover a robot in the shed of Alfie’s new house. Little do they know, the robot can travel through time and takes Alfie and Ava along on an epic adventure to the prehistoric era where dinosaurs lurk at eve...

GE Appliances. (GEA), a Haier company, joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact—the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative—further advancing GEA’s commitment to building appliances with people and the planet in mind. Delivered on Earth Day to the UN Secretary General, GEA President & CEO Kevin Nolan signed a letter formalizing the company’s pledge to the UN Global Compact and its 10 core principles that encompass the categories of human right...

Hannover Messe Sodeks Fuarcilik A.S, the organizer of the pioneerining Turkish industry exhibition, has announced its 2020 HVACR sector statistics. The exhibition will take place from 29 September to 02 October 2021 in Istanbul, Turkey. It will be one of the first face-to-face HVACR industry events following the COVID-19 pandemic. Although there is a minimal shrink in the total exports of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the air conditioning sector (heating, refrigeration, air conditioning,...

GE Appliances. (GEA), a Haier company, will graduate its first engineer from its newest workforce development training program – the Industry 4.0 Development Program – targeting recent engineering college graduates or mid-career employees who want to work in the company’s nine smart factories in the U.S. As a digital transformation sweeps across GE Appliances, the Supply Chain team is focused on developing talent to master technology and deliver results from the $1 billion of i...

Better Indoors, an indoor air quality, and ventilation company are delighted to have secured business funding from Time Finance to service rapidly increasing demand for active air cleaning solutions.  Driven by the easing of lockdown restrictions, a variety of businesses are getting ready to bring employees back into their workplaces. Unique air cleaning solutions Better Indoors will use the funds to support the sharp growth in demand for their unique air cleaning solutions that prevent...

The LSAH 42.3 is being released to complement the LSAH 44.3 released last year. It uses the same heat recovery system and features leading electrical and thermal efficiency values. Heat and electricity The LSAH 42.3 has been designed to be packaged into small natural gas generator sets built for combined production of heat and electricity. The main applications of these gensets are residential and public buildings' central heating. Rate of Power The LSAH 42.3 delivers a rated power between 1...

Uniform handling of the different heat generators during installation, maintenance, and service simplifies day-to-day work considerably. Gone are the days of different error codes, with meanings that had to be looked up in a manual. Gone too are the days when the subsequent expansion of an energy system was a challenge. electronic platform The new electronic platform is designed for networking digital services with energy systems such as heat pumps, ventilation systems, and electri...

This weekend, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship heads to the Circuit Ricardo Tormo, which in the past has been only used for pre-season testing since 2017 but will now be an official race venue for the series. The double-header event will be held behind closed doors and follow strict COVID-19 protocols, created under guidance from the relevant authorities, to enable the event to take place in a safe and responsible manner. The Circuit Ricardo Tormo, built in 1999, was designed to host...

Global technology company ABB has been contracted by manufacturer of forest products, Arauco, to modernize its Licancel Cellulose Plant in Chile to deliver faster response times, greater cyber security, upgraded operator interfaces, enhanced process reliability and flexibility for remote working. Arauco will continue to utilize ABB Ability™ System 800xA distributed control system (DCS) and extend its use as the foundation for all operations at the plant. This will be done in two key sta...

Carrier continues to invest in digital technologies to better serve commercial HVAC customers around the globe and to help provide healthier, safer and more efficient buildings. In support of that, Carrier’s Commercial Service business is launching a new tiered service offering to complement its existing BluEdge service platform: BluEdge™ Digital. The new digital offering, which can stand alone or be added to existing BluEdge service agreements, connects customers’ equipment t...

Johnson Controls, a global company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced that its chairman and CEO George Oliver has been invited by U.S. President Joe Biden to participate in the virtual Leaders Summit on Climate. Addressing Climate crisis The summit will bring together leaders of the world’s major economies and other vital partners for an urgent and open dialogue on ways to strengthen collective efforts to address the...

The Eurovent Regional Office Prague has moved to a new location. The new premises are located in a shared office community called HubHub (building ‘Na Příkopě 14’) in the city centre of Prague. Once circumstances in the Czech Republic allow so, interested members are welcome to schedule meetings with the Eurovent Prague Team. About the new space From 1 March 2021, members of the Eurovent Prague Team can be reached and visited on a new address: Panská 2, 110 00 Prague...

THT New Cool B.V. has become the first rental company in Europe to supply customers with trailers featuring the new Carrier Transicold Vector® eCool™, the first fully autonomous all-electric refrigerated trailer system to enter serial production. The two companies joined forces to develop the product, which is billed as a game-changer for the industry and marks a major step forward in cold chain sustainability. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneeri...

NevadaNano, an innovator in gas detection sensor technology announced its Molecular Property Spectrometer™ (MPS™) R-290 Propane sensor.   The new device is the most accurate on the market, making it an ideal solution for residential and commercial R-290 propane applications including air conditioning, vending machines, commercial refrigeration racks, and clothes dryers. R-290 as an alternative "Nearly 200 countries around the world have resolved to eliminate ozone-deplet...

The coronavirus pandemic highlights the weaknesses of the current global economic order with all its interconnected value chains. In the future, parts of the global economy will be determined primarily by autarky efforts and protectionism. Right now, experiencing “Globalization 2.0”. This will be characterized by stronger regionalization of value chains in the three major economic centers of North America, the EU, and Asia as well as by the strategic pursuit of sovereignty over syst...

Madison Industries, one of the world’s largest privately held companies, announced an agreement to acquire Nortek Air, a pioneer in providing critical air management, thermal and HVAC solutions. The deal adds strong Nortek brands such as Broan, NuTone, Reznor, StatePoint, Zephyr, Huntair and many others to Madison’s robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. “The global pandemic has put a spotlight on the importance of indoor air quality,” said Madison founder Lar...

Eurovent has become a member of the Cool Coalition, a global initiative led by the UN Environment Programme. The initiative aims to promote access to efficient, climate-friendly cooling for both industrialized and developing countries. Eurovent joins the network of more than 100 partners to help achieve better standards and regulations across the globe in support of the Coalition’s objectives. Cool Coalition members are collaborating on science, policy, finance, and technology to meet g...

Carrier Commercial Refrigeration is strengthening its position in Europe with a strategic distributor agreement in Sweden with Algidus AB company. The agreement enables the experienced Algidus AB to offer Swedish food retailers cutting-edge remote display cases from Carrier. Carrier Commercial Refrigeration is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions. “We are extremely proud that Algidus AB will...

SeaCube Containers LLC and Carrier Transicold announced a strategic refrigerated asset management systems platform engagement. As a result, SeaCube will be the first intermodal equipment leasing company to incorporate Carrier’s Lynx™ Fleet solution into its fleet with an initial deployment of 2,000 PrimeLINE™ refrigerated container units. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold...

Viessmann has developed the DHW cylinders into handy and convenient components in cooperation with its specialist partners. Gone are the days, when the transport and installation of a cylinder needed at least two people to pitch in. In cooperation with its specialist partners, Viessmann has developed the new Vitocell DHW cylinders into handy and convenient components. Installation can now easily be performed by one person, even for large DHW cylinders with capacities of up to 300 liters. Simpl...

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. Tassio Temperature Control recommends getting the air conditioning unit serviced and cleaned at least once a year.  The optimum time is in the spring to ensure the system will run with the most efficiency during the hottest summer months. Users need to be able to rely on air conditioners for their comfort here in Los Angeles. Why Is Maintenance Important?   The short answer is it...

Carrier Corporation (Carrier) has announced that it has signed agreements to acquire Guangdong Giwee Group (Giwee Group) and its subsidiaries, including Guangdong Chigo Heating & Ventilation Equipment Co., Ltd. (GCHV Global). Giwee Group's proven strength in the VRF and light commercial market in China will expand Carrier's access to this growing, global market. Giwee Group acquisition The global market for VRF and light commercial HVAC equipment is expected to reach approximately US$ 20 b...

Membranes made of an organic material called polyimides, which are then treated to become hydrophilic, provide a promising approach to developing dehumidifiers that could eventually bring down the price of HVAC systems and make them more environmentally friendly. Research at Texas A&M University’s College of Engineering describes how the polyimide material could be used to dry environmental air using less energy. Triggering Hydrolysis Polyimides are made of chains of repeating, ring...

Marley Engineered Products, a front-runner in high-performance, reliable heating and ventilation equipment for buildings, introduces the CU900 Series Custom Cabinet Unit Heater, which delivers supplemental comfort heat in a contemporary design to match modern and future architect specifications. The unit is operated by the new SmartSeries Plus, a digital touchscreen control capable of running a fully programmable internal schedule as well as connecting to a BACnet Building Management System. S...

Baxi has achieved certification for the Baxi 600, Baxi 800, and Baxi Assure ranges of gas boilers to run on a 20% hydrogen blend. The examination certificate issued by an independent notified body states: The boilers are qualified for the addition of up to 20vol.-% hydrogen to natural gas (G20) as burning gas. Until the gas network and domestic boilers are ready to be converted to 100% hydrogen, a blend of 20% hydrogen into the natural gas mix they use today would substantially reduce carbon em...

According to a survey, two-thirds of Germans are willing to heat with CO2-neutral hydrogen and make an important contribution to climate protection. This was indicated in a report from the information service energize from December 2020, which refers to a survey of the energy group E.ON. Thousands of hydrogen heat generators have already been installed. Approximately 150,000 customers have chosen new gas condensing boilers from the Vitodens 300 and Vitodens 200 series in the past year alone, wh...

Thanks to added capabilities and available new options, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. is solidifying its reputation as the renowned US-based manufacturer of complete room air conditioning solutions, designed to deliver healthier indoor air quality (IAQ) and tackle serious issues, such as the removal of pathogens and pollutants from the air. Under a suite of new accessory offerings called Friedrich FreshAire IAQ, the company has embraced scientific recommendations for how to best achieve except...

Developers can now upgrade heating systems across new build projects due to Smarther with Netatmo, a new flush-mounted smart thermostat from Legrand. Compatible with Legrand’s smart radiator valves, Smarther with Netatmo is a thermostat that can be flush or wall-mounted, to offer a slick, high-quality heating system. Flush mounting the system - using a versatile backbox - allows the thermostat to protrude by just 12.6mm from the surface of the wall. Voice-activated control Offering comp...

In its quest to strengthen global efforts of designing a more resilient, sustainable electric world, Schneider Electric, the pioneer of the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is all set to showcase pioneering energy management innovations and partner programs at the Hannover Messe 2021. To address the global urgency of climate change and the 21st century’s most significant challenges of the accelerating energy transition and growing demand for energy, Schn...

Air conditioning technologies and solutions firm, LG Electronics USA is continuing to pave the way for the future of connected buildings, with the expansion of its award-winning controls platform, LG MultiSITE. Empowering building owners and operators to optimize their operations and efficiency, especially with Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems, the MultiSITE lineup is packed with advanced features that deliver more building synergy and accessibility than ever before. LG MultiSITE contro...