Puerto Rico HVAC News & Trends

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire BrainBox AI, a pioneer in autonomous HVAC controls and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) building technology. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, a global AI hub, BrainBox AI has developed an industry-pioneering enterprise autonomous building platform. An estimated 15% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are directly related to the heating and cooling of buildings....

Ameren Missouri marks 40 years since Callaway Energy Center rose to full power for the first time. The energy center, which has been in operation since 1984, has received a 20-year extension on its operating license from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and has been approved to operate until 2044. “Callaway Energy Center has been a fixture in Ameren Missouri’s energy portfolio for four decades as a safe source of reliable, carbon-free energy for our community,” sai...

Parts Town Unlimited, the parent company of Encompass Supply Chain Solutions, a pioneer in the high-tech distribution of business-to-business OEM residential appliance parts and accessories, as well as business-to-consumer brands including PartSelect.com, eReplacementparts.com, Fix.com, GenuineReplacementParts.com and EasyApplianceParts.com, announced the expansion of its Home division leadership team to drive accelerated growth and innovation. As part of this expansion, Mark Bickenbach has bee...

Kensa, the UK’s pioneering ground source heat pump manufacturer and provider of networked heat pump solutions, welcomes new government-backed research confirming ground source heat pumps are the most efficient form of heating, and significantly more efficient than gas boilers. Heat Pump Performance report The In-Situ Heat Pump Performance report, which examined heat pump performance shows: Ground source heat pumps are on average 324% efficient Air source heat pumps are on a...

Clivet S.p.A., a pioneer in Europe’s HVAC manufacturing industry, and Mits Airconditioning Inc., one of North America’s pioneering HVAC distributors, are pleased to announce Mits Air’s Master Distribution rights for Clivet HVAC systems for commercial and industrial sectors in North America. “We were one of the first to bring European chiller and heat pump technology to North America over 20 years ago,” says Jack Eliav, President of Mits Air. “Our team has the...

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has received a $250,000 grant from the Colorado Energy Office. This funding will support the development of spatially coordinated engineering designs to explore the feasibility of a geothermal heating and cooling system, which has the potential to reduce the load on the Museum’s natural gas steam boilers. A team of experts from Qvantum will work on defining the technical solution and providing support as the project undergoes evaluation to deter...

UK-based conglomerate - Grob Group Ltd announced it has switched 100 percent of its delivery vehicles from fossil diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), in order to support its efforts to meet net zero emissions by 2030. This means that Grob Group is among the first within the HVAC Industry to be entirely fuelled by HVO. saves carbon emissions According to Certas Energy, which is the official fuel supplier of Grob Group, this decision will have saved the company roughly 78 tons of carbon...

SmartAC.com, a pioneer in customer loyalty management for contractors, has announced an extension fundraiser led by Mercury Fund, with follow-up participation from existing investors. The additional capital will enable SmartAC.com to expand its platform and scale operations to further meet the growing demand for technology and data-driven solutions in the trades. efficiency, cost savings SmartAC.com’s growth comes alongside industry consolidation and a rapidly evolving technological lan...

Eurovent has released a quick guide to European incentives for the installation of mechanical ventilation systems during renovations of single-family homes and apartment buildings. support schemes Several European Member States have put in place dedicated support schemes for building renovations, most of which are co-financed by the European Union.  In many of these countries, support is also available for the installation of mechanical ventilation systems. The new Eurovent publication p...

Ameren Corporation announced that Steven O. Vondran has been elected to the Ameren Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of American Tower Corporation, a global real estate investment trust and independent Owner, Operator and Developer of multitenant communications real estate with a portfolio of over 148,000 communications sites and a highly interconnected footprint of U.S. data center facilities. Steven O. Vondran has held various le...

Employees of Marcone, a renowned North American distributor of residential and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool/spa parts and equipment, recently took part in a nationwide initiative to honor fallen soldiers by placing holiday wreaths on their gravesites. On Saturday, December 14, Marcone employees were among more than two million volunteers involved in Wreaths Across America at more than 4,600 cemeteries across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and abroad. Marcone honors fallen so...

Danfoss announced that Daniel Winter has been named president of Danfoss Power Solutions. He succeeds Eric Alström who, after 12 years with Danfoss, has decided to seek new challenges outside the company. Daniel Winter will join the Danfoss Group Executive Team and take over as President of Danfoss Power Solutions on January 1, 2025. He is well-prepared for the new role and has extensive experience within the company. He currently serves as Chief Financial Officer for D...

Trane® – by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announces that energy-saving infrastructure upgrades are underway at the Northern Illinois University (NIU) campus in DeKalb, Ill. Trane, a pioneer in building and energy solutions, is collaborating with the university to develop and implement a comprehensive energy-saving and emissions-reduction program. energy-saving solutions Over the course of the next 18 months, Trane and NIU will upgrade the DeKalb campus with compreh...

Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning won the Red Dot Award for Design Concept 2024 for its Air Conditioning Unit design concept that features a multipurpose digital display.   For its sleek form factor, the concept was a winner in the Design Concept, Heating and Air Conditioning category. The exploratory “airPure” concept consists of a minimalist round-shaped body with a multifunctional, wall-mounted digital display. the airPure concept The OLED screen can be used a...

BITZER UK’s Samantha Buckell has been appointed Co-chair of the Institute of Refrigeration's Women in RACHP Network (WiRACHP). Working with Co-chair Astrid Prado of Star Refrigeration, they succeed Lisa-Jayne Cook, who has stepped down to become IOR President. Sam joined BITZER UK in 2016 as PA to Managing Director Kevin Glass, and has played a key role in the company and wider industry in championing the contribution of women across the sector, highlighting the importance of diversity an...

Daikin Applied has introduced enhanced versions of the Trailblazer® AGZ-F air-cooled scroll chiller, Maverick® II packaged rooftop system and SmartSource® water source heat pump (WSHP) — all featuring R-32, an ultra-efficient, low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant. These products are now part of Daikin’s extensive lineup of low-GWP solutions, giving consulting engineers, contractors, and building owners and operators an array of technologies to decarbonize facil...

Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades, announced a $100,000 donation from Synchrony Bank at their Women in HVACR Conference in October 2024. With the generous donation, the total endowment fund contributions reached $150,000 in 2024. With a goal of reaching $1 million to provide six scholarships to women in perpetuity, the fund was created to ease the cost of education for women see...

The air treatment units from DECACLIMA's GC series have been certified by Eurovent with the TB1 category, the highest-rated factor for thermal bridging according to the EN 1886 standard. Achieving the TB1 category reflects DECACLIMA's commitment to innovation and reinforces its ability to undertake projects requiring high-performance, cutting-edge equipment.  TB1 category The thermal bridging factor, assessed for the TB1 category, measures the maximum temperature difference between the i...

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted how we view indoor air quality and HVAC systems. Consequently, HVAC systems have undergone several improvements in the post-pandemic world. Systems today tend to have better filtration, increased ventilation, and advanced air-cleaning technologies, such as UV-C light and bipolar ionization. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How have HVAC systems improved (including better indoor air quality) in the post-pandemic world?  

RUSAL, the world’s largest aluminum producer, highlighted its contributions to reducing carbon emissions both domestically and globally during the Carbon Digital Conference 2024, held on December 9-11. global climate goals The conference brought together pioneering experts from around the world to foster networking, exchange insights, and explore collaborative initiatives aimed at addressing the pressing challenges of the evolving carbon economy. By highlighting regional expertise and f...

Carrier Commercial recently welcomed a record number of customers to its annual conference, held at Silverstone, which included special guest speaker, former Formula 1 World Champion - Damon Hill.  Carrier Commercial is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  intelligent building solutions Throughout the day, Carrier experts provided insights into its ongoing innovations in sustainable and intelligent building solutions...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing - specialist Nuaire has released a new CIBSE-approved CPD: An Introduction to Passivhaus. CIBSE-approved CPD The CPD, which is aimed at the commercial market, focuses on the principles that define a Passivhaus and its ventilation criteria; the benefits of Passivhaus, especially about net zero; along with a comprehensive understanding of the Passivhaus certification process.  The CPD can be delivered in-person or online by Nuaire ventilatio...

The Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research, the groundbreaking partnership between LG Electronics Inc. (LG) and the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), has opened state-of-the-art, real-world-simulated labs to conduct comprehensive studies on cold-climate heat pump HVAC solutions. cold climate heat pump labs LG and university researchers will conduct studies in two dedicated cold climate heat pump labs located in Anchorage and Fairbanks. These facilities are configured to replicate home...

Danfoss Drives’ Hannes Leichtfried has been elected to serve on the National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) Board of Governors. NEMA announced the election of three new board members and three new officers on November 13, following its 2024 Annual Meeting. Hannes Leichtfried  Hannes Leichtfried, an industry veteran and current Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Danfoss Drives in North America, brings nearly 30 years of experience in electrification to th...

Diversified Heat Transfer, Inc. (DHT), a globally renowned engineering and manufacturing company of heat transfer equipment and systems, is pleased to announce the launch of a new product aimed at the medical community. An offshoot of their SuperPlate (SP) Series of advanced plate-type water heaters, the new SPC Liquid to Liquid Cooling Heat Exchanger is a high-efficiency, brazed plate packaged cooling system. SPC Series The SPC Series satisfies the most demanding liquid-to-liquid cooling nee...

Daikin, in partnership with Bolton College, is launching a recruitment campaign to engage five apprentices for its Level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician Apprenticeship program.  The trailblazing course is being rolled out for the first time this year, so the apprentices will be among the first in the UK to achieve this qualification.  Carbon neutral by 2038 Daikin plans to recruit a significant number of more trainees from the GMCA area in the coming years This initiative marks a s...

It’s often said the only constant in life is change. In the HVACR industry, that phrase has been especially true. We saw another year of transitions in 2024 that included evolving efficiency and refrigerant regulations, changing corporate net zero targets, the continued emergence of advanced heat pumps, and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in building management.  Smart and sustainable Throughout these transformations, the industry continues to overcome challenges and in...

Danfoss is proud to announce that their BOCK HGX56 CO2 T compressor has been named the winner in the Refrigeration category of the 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. The annual awards competition honors the most inventive and original products, systems, and technologies that will be showcased at this coming January’s International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) in the categories of Building Automation; Cooling; Sustainable Solutions; Heating; Indoor Air Qual...

Teknotherm to deliver the HVAC system to the new Ocean Energy Support Vessel (OESV) to Gondan Shipbuilders. For this new state-of-the-art vessel for Østensjø Rederi, Teknotherm Marine will deliver the most advanced HVAC system they have ever delivered. Cabin Management System In addition to a full Thermal Energy Management system (TEMS), including heat pump function and absorption chiller, Teknotherm will also deliver a full Cabin Management System. The Cabin Management System...

Integrating technology, data, and a nationwide network of contractors and distribution centers, Motili seeks to transform how HVAC services are delivered. With a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost savings, Motili helps property owners and contractors achieve their goals while promoting a greener future for the HVAC industry.  motili expansion Motili meets various industry needs, whether a property manager looking for streamlined HVAC solutions or a contractor seeking m...