Portugal HVAC News & Trends

Home owners tend to put a lot of emphasis on the temperature range in their homes. When living in a place like the US state of Colorado, home owners need to make sure that their homes are kept cool and comfortable in the summer and warm and cozy in the winter. Need to look beyond temperature It is totally understandable that, given the spectrum of temperature extremes, home owners put a lot of focus on their HVAC systems. However, as a trusted HVAC company based out of Loveland, Colorado, Fort...

The Berner App, a first-of-its-kind air curtain app to control architectural air curtains from a smartphone, is available now at the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The company also standardized its patented digital controller, the Intelliswitch™, across its product suite of air curtains in the Berner Architectural category. Easy To Use Air Curtain Operation Both the app and the roll-out of the Intelliswitch™ will serve to simplify and enhance the ease-of-use of air curtain...

Reliable Controls is pleased to announce the release of RC-WebView 3.13. RC-WebView is an easy-to-use browser based building management solution that allows operators and administrators to efficiently manage any internet-connected building automation system. RC-WebView 3.13 includes the following new features: Provides options for compliance with Title 21 CFR Part 11: New digitally signed audit logs to ensure authenticity New second approval for security changes New printout watermark s...

During these difficult times, it may dawn on home owners that their home air quality could contain harmful bacteria and infectious diseases. With the shortage of common household disinfectants, such as Lysol and other cleaning agents, home owners might feel concerned and wonder about the best ways to protect their family from viruses. More than ever, air purification systems are an essential solution to combat contaminants that may be floating around in your home. Air-Rite Heating & Cooling...

The MBS 1600 pressure transmitters are built tough to withstand the harsh environments that wind power applications face. The dedicated range of pressure transmitters comes with all the needed electrical and pressure connections for easy integration into the nacelle. Its robust design ensures relentless monitoring of the pressure in pitch cylinders, brake systems, power packs, gearboxes, and cooling systems – to allow for higher performance, quicker corrections, and predictive maintenance...

A renowned ventilation specialist has urged businesses to consider the role that ventilation can play in maximizing the health and safety of employees as they return to work. Alan Macklin, Technical Director at Elta Group and Chairman of the Fan Manufacturer’s Association (FMA), has drawn attention to the critical role that ventilation will play as the UK begins transitioning out of lockdown. With many workspaces having been unoccupied for a prolonged period of time, guidance has been iss...

As the UK continues to battle through the coronavirus crisis, HVAC business owners and installers can be putting some of their enforced downtime to good use. This period of subdued trading is a rare opportunity to get into better shape for when economic activity picks up. One way of doing this is by sharpening the focus on markets which promise strong growth – and few markets are growing faster than that for heat pumps.   The potential here is huge. Some 28,000 heat pumps are current...

Victaulic, a manufacturer of mechanical pipe joining systems, is offering free virtual courses from its accredited and award-winning Victaulic University program to construction professionals around the world. Versatile training options Growing demand for more versatile training options and shrinking access to traditional classes given the COVID-19 pandemic presented an opportune time for Victaulic to make its robust catalog of courses, many of which offer International Association for Continu...

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, together with the heating industry has created a useful guide offering advice to frontline heating engineers on operating safely during the COVID-19 crisis. These are based on Government recommendations, which change daily. HHIC will keep the guide as up-to-date as possible. Guide to safety HHIC has created this guide to put all of the relevant information in one place Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said: “Maintaining the supply of hea...

Honeywell launched an integrated set of solutions to help building owners improve the health of their building environments, operate more cleanly and safely, comply with social distancing policies, and help reassure occupants that it is safe to return to the workplace. By integrating air quality, safety and security technologies along with advanced analytics, Honeywell's Healthy Buildings solutions are designed to help building owners minimize potential risks of contamination and ensure busines...

Proximity Systems, Inc., a globally renowned provider of innovative health care furniture and technology solutions, has announced UV-Cube, a new product in their lineup of UV-C disinfection devices. Designed to disable pathogens by breaking the DNA sequence and rendering them unable to reproduce and spread, UV-Cube provides automated, chemical-free disinfection. UV-Cube offers quick and easy way to disinfect handheld equipment and devices, eliminates 99.9% of infection-causing pathogens after o...

Con Edison has invested $1.3 billion in its electric delivery systems to keep service reliable this summer while continuing to be a brand that adds new technologies to build a clean energy future. Con Edison is preparing for a typically hot New York summer and one that brings the additional challenge of protecting the public and employees during the coronavirus health emergency. The company projects summer bills for typical New York City residential customers will be higher this summer due to m...

Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a global manufacturer of dust, mist and fume collection equipment, has doubled the size of its testing laboratory to include a climate-controlled facility with a new full-size dust collection test rig. The new equipment is dedicated to testing in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 199-2016, Method of Testing the Performance of Industrial Pulse Cleaned Dust Collectors. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 199-2016 testing Unlike other air filter standards that focus on HV...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of home comfort and security solutions, announced that the company has appointed Jay Geldmacher as president and CEO and a member of the board of directors, effective May 28, 2020. Geldmacher succeeds Mike Nefkens, whose departure the company announced in December 2019. This leadership transition is the result of a comprehensive search process and follows the company's recently announced board changes, which included the addition...

Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems launched the latest additions to its tier Evolution™ series with the Evolution Extreme 26 air conditioner (Model 186CNV) and Evolution Extreme 24 heat pump (Model 284ANV). Both products showcase a number of features performance, which includes numerous technological advancements with 12 patents pending. Bluetooth® diagnostic information Bryant, a supplier of heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment, is a part of Carrier, a globa...

AgraFlora Organics International Inc. announces that Propagation Services Canada Inc. the Company’s flagship cultivation asset located in Delta British Columbia has secured a Standard Cultivation License from Health Canada. “Obtaining the License at the Delta Facility marks the end of a journey commenced in Q4 2018 and is the key milestone in beginning cannabis sales from what is the 2nd largest and one of the most advanced greenhouses in Canada” stated Brandon Boddy AgraFlora...

Which measures can lessen the spread of the novel coronavirus, and which can make it worse? As the pandemic continues to unfold, there is an overabundance of advice on the subject as it relates to HVAC systems. For example, one theory goes that air conditioning, by removing humidity from the air, may enable infectious droplets to linger longer than they would outdoors or in another space where humidity is higher. More humidity can weigh down viral droplets as they float through the air. Does i...

A fuel called “Bioheat” is made by blending biodiesel made from organic and recycled products with ultra-low sulfur heating oil. The feedstocks used to make biodiesel include vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant grease. About half the biodiesel produced in the United States is made from soybean oil. Blends are designated in percentages – a 5% blend of biodiesel with heating oil is B5, a 10% blend is B10, and a 20% blend is B20. Blends up to 5% are called &ldquo...

Viessmann has designed and developed a new modular, airtight intensive care unit (ICU), which could make a fundamental contribution to the care of seriously ill COVID-19 patients. The mobile, climate-controlled ICU builds on expertise within Viessmann’s Refrigeration Solutions division, which manufactures cold rooms with superior hygiene properties for a range of commercial applications. Thanks to their prefabricated and modular design, the one or two-patient portable ICUs can be transpo...

Any home is more than just four walls, it equates to security and comfort for everyone in the family. When the outdoor temperature soars, people want to escape to a cool dwelling space. However, like all things mechanical, all air conditioning systems are prone to malfunction without routine maintenance. If an air conditioner has stopped working properly, residents can try these DIY tips to troubleshoot potential issues. Thermostat malfunctioning issues If the temperature in the house is too...

Bell & Gossett, a Xylem brand, announces free online professional learning opportunities for customers, representatives and industry professionals as part of the company’s overall shift to online and virtual training amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bell & Gossett Remote Learning Hub is a free, one-stop-shop for remote learning opportunities and resources conducted in the form of online courses, webinars, live trainings, Q&A forums and virtual guest speakers. The Bell & G...

The company is delighted to be part of Installer magazine’s #InstallerFESTIVAL, a virtual industry gathering which took place May 11th to 22nd and was designed to get the sector together during the Coronavirus pandemic. Viessmann presented two virtual training sessions on heat pumps, reflecting growing interest amongst installers  Viessmann presented two virtual training sessions, open to all, on the topic of heat pumps, reflecting growing interest amongst installers of this technol...

The team at Panasonic Ireland has introduced a series of interactive, online accredited CIBSE CPD courses to enhance skills during these unprecedented times. The CPD courses have been developed by Panasonic and support learning in a variety of heating and cooling disciplines. Panasonic’s CPD program has been running throughout the year in various locations and have been presented by the experienced and knowledgeable team from Panasonic Ireland. However, during these extraordinary times, t...

While allergens are present all year round, springtime is especially renowned for a significant increase affecting many more individuals than usual, with pollen sensitivity being the most common form of seasonal respiratory allergic disease in Europe. Panasonic Heating and Cooling Solutions has created the ideal solution to help limit the side effects of springtime pollens by incorporating its innovative nanoe X Technology within its air conditioner ranges - optimally designed to restrict certa...

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), joined by the Consumer Technology Association and the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers filed a motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to intervene on the side of the Department of Energy (DOE) in a lawsuit filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council against a rule issued in earlier 2021 governing the Department's rulemaking procedures. Updated process rule The Procedures for Use in New or Revi...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning are open for business and ready to support their customers during this challenging time. As the company continue to closely monitor the Covid-19 situation, they would like to assure their new and existing clients that they have taken steps to ensure that they are serving their customers in the safest possible way. The company is following the Government, PHE and WHO guidelines and are exceeding the requirements of their advice. The company has the scale...

Phoenix Tree Holdings Limited (Danke), one of the largest co-living platforms in China with the fastest growth, released its indoor air quality control standard for co-living apartments, which is the first such standard set by an individual company in China's residential rental industry. The Co-living Apartment Indoor Air Quality Control Standard was jointly developed by Danke and the China Environmental United Certification Center (CEC), a state-owned enterprise affiliated with the Ministry of...

Rheem, a renowned global manufacturer of HVAC and water heating solutions, recently unveiled the industry's most efficient hybrid electric water heater. Named ProTerra for its unmatched efficiencies, this ENERGY STAR certified water heater from Rheem is over 400 percent more efficient compared to any standard electric tank-type water heater in market and is more eco-friendly than ever at up to 4.0 UEF. "Rheem is committed to developing cutting-edge products that benefit end-users and our enviro...

These are unprecedented times for the cooling, heating and ventilation industries. Our ways of operating have been dramatically altered. For many organisations, the short-term focus has been on survival, but as we tentatively look towards the recovery phrase, we are being presented with the chance to embed new ways of working which offer the opportunity for our industries to lead the charge towards future growth. The impact of COVID-19 has the potential to amplify the skills shortages which we...

It might still feel like spring now, but the hot summer days are fast approaching. And while it’s always nice to soak up the sun outside, people want to keep cool indoors. For that, an efficient AC unit is key. An annual maintenance plan appointment can help make sure everything is running smoothly. But what about those older air conditioning units? Users may have heard about the refrigerant phaseout for certain HVAC systems. If they're worried about what that means for their home, L...