Puerto Rico HVAC News & Trends

Daikin Applied announces that it has acquired Carroll Air Systems, a Tampa, Florida-based company that provides heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems and services for commercial, industrial and institutional facilities. Supporting the Central and West Coast regions of Florida, Carroll Air Systems is a long-standing sales representative for Daikin and other HVAC equipment manufacturers, and is now part of the world’s number one air-conditioning company.  Providing...

BrainBox AI, a pioneer in autonomous building technology, announced a US$ 20 million fund-raise to support the continued development of BrainBox AI’s cutting-edge decarbonization technology and its global commercialization efforts.  The company is pleased to name The Government of Québec as a lead investor for 10 million US dollars, alongside ABB, a returning lead investor and global partner to BrainBox AI. Author's quote “We are grateful for this significant investmen...

A new analysis of site data from 12 Keltbray construction projects has revealed staggering savings since the business introduced Aggreko’s battery technologies to decarbonize its power usage and reduce running costs.  Keltbray is a construction engineering specialist delivering integrated solutions for complex building and infrastructure sectors across the UK. Recognized by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) for its efforts to quantifiably reduce the carbon emissions on its pro...

In just 10 days’ time, Glasgow’s SEC will be abuzz with renewable and low-carbon energy experts from home and overseas at the annual All-Energy and co-located Dcarbonise exhibition and conference. The Rt Hon Humza Yousaf MSP, First Minister of Scotland, will be speaking in the opening plenary session on Wednesday 10 May, and four of his Ministers will also be taking part in relevant sessions during the two-day event. Decarbonization “We are delighted by this l...

 Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, and HD Supply®, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations products, have announced a new national distribution relationship. Effective April 2023, Johnson Controls residential HVAC equipment will be available for distribution through HD Supply, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Home Depot. strategic collaboration “Through this strategic collaboration with HD Supply, Johnson C...

Building pressurization is the difference in air pressure between the inside and outside of a building. There are three types of pressure that are typically talked about: positive pressure, negative pressure, or stack pressure, and each has an effect on indoor air quality (IAQ). Positive pressure Positive pressure occurs when there is more air coming into the building than going out. This is often used in hospitals, laboratories, and other buildings where it’s important to keep the air...

Danfoss is pleased to announce its participation in this year’s Euroheat and Power Congress, which is taking place in Torino, Italy, from May 22 to May 24, 2023. The Euroheat and Power Congress 2023 theme, ‘District Energy: The Local Solution to Global Challenges’, will focus on how district heating and cooling (DHC) networks can enable local energy transitions and help cities decarbonize. Theme highlights a key Danfoss focus area For Danfoss, the congress theme harmonizes w...

Thermo King, a globally renowned company in sustainable transport temperature control solutions, is proud to introduce the 3rd generation diesel TriPac® auxiliary power unit (APU). Building on the best-selling TriPac Evolution, the newest model provides the same comfort and performance customers expect but with added enhancements to reduce emissions, monitor unit performance and increase profitability. Thermo King 3rd generation TriPac APU The 3rd generation TriPac APU is available in two...

The Viessmann Group has announced plans to combine its business area ‘Viessmann Climate Solutions’ with Carrier Global Corporation (Carrier), a global provider of intelligent climate and energy solutions with headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (USA). With this step, Viessmann Group’s business area Climate Solutions and Carrier will be co-creating a new global champion for climate and energy solutions. The new transatlantic partnership underlines the importance of int...

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) has announced the appointment of Kevin Lowe as Technical Manager to instigate and manage positive change in the drive towards the successful implementation of heat pump technology. The move signifies the HHIC’s commitment to supporting innovation within the sector by encouraging action on the energy crisis, decarbonization and the future of the UK’s heating mix. Kevin brings the trade body a wealth of industry experience having worke...

Australia’s home of sport, the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has, over a seven-year period, achieved higher than expected energy, cost and emissions savings under an energy performance contract (EPC) between Siemens and the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC). “In the seven-year period of the energy performance contract with Siemens, we’ve saved over A$5 million in energy costs and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by a colossal 50,089 tons of CO2. This is the equivalent energ...

Heinen & Hopman are pleased to announce that working in close cooperation with their subsidiary Teknotherm Marine AS in Norway, have been awarded another major contract for the design and supply of HVAC systems for the BorWin 6 offshore grid connection project, which will span 190 km off the coast of Germany. HVDC platform This HVDC (High-Voltage Direct Current) platform will have a capacity of 980 MW and will be managed by electricity transmission system operator TenneT. This type will be...

Johnson Controls International plc, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, will present at the Goldman Sachs Industrials and Materials Conference in New York. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Olivier Leonetti will participate on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:15 a.m. EDT. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's website.

Kanthal and Rath, both pioneers in their respective field – Kanthal in industrial electric heating technology, and Rath in high temperature refractory products – announces a strategic partnership to expand their combined offering in industrial heating technology. Through close collaboration, their offerings will enable industries, such as steel and petrochemical, to make the green shift. The partnership brings together the complementary strengths of both companies, creating the broa...

ETH Zurich, one of the world’s most renowned universities, has just opened a unique research facility: the Zero Carbon Building Systems (ZCBS) Lab. It allows research into the behavior of building components and systems in different climate zones. The new building, located on the university campus in Zurich, comprises two floors with different test cells, climate chambers, and experimentation rooms. As part of its existing industrial partnership with ETH Zurich, Siemens has equipped the n...

XOi, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces an enhanced collaboration with Carrier, a pioneer in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions.  Dealers will benefit from a more streamlined experience between Carrier technical support services and distributor and dealer networks by utilizing XOi’s advanced technology for improving real-time installation or maintenance troubleshooting. Real-time installation The Carrier Digital Advantage is a fully...

The well-known Italian brand, Big Mamma Restaurant Group, has recently transformed an old four story bank into a striking new restaurant, Jacuzzi, in the heart of High Street Kensington, West London, United Kingdom (UK). In keeping with the grand design of this new ‘pleasure palazzo’, the interior environment needed to offer ultimate comfort and to help create a memorable and luxurious dining experience. Summit Design specified, designed and installed the comprehensive new heating...

Mold in HVAC systems is a cause for concern in buildings. This is because the HVAC system distributes air within a building. But what is mold and how does it get there? Mold is a type of fungus that grows on organic materials such as wood, paper, and fabrics, and can also grow on surfaces, such as walls and ceilings. Mold in HVAC Systems When mold grows in a building, it releases spores into the air, which then is circulated throughout the building by the HVAC system. Mold in HVAC systems ca...

For the 8th consecutive year, Johnson Controls (JCI), a globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has earned a place on the Clean200, a list of 200 companies that As You Sow and Corporate Knights say are leading the transition to a sustainable global economy by ‘putting sustainability at the heart of their products, services, business models and investments’. Out of 6,720 global companies, 200 were selected for the high proportion of their revenues ear...

Today’s HVAC contractors are acutely aware that they need visibility on the internet and in their community if they want the phones to ring with requests for new business. As a result, HVAC company leaders have become savvy about marketing and advertising and know that search engine optimization, direct mail flyers, and flashy truck wraps attract attention. Public relations But what they don’t stop to think about is that their competitors likely have a very similar marketing strat...

Interplay Learning, the provider of online and virtual reality training for essential skilled trades, announces a partnership with the Temperature Control Institute (TCI), a unique state-of-the-art skilled trades education program helping underemployed youth prepare for careers in the skilled trades. six-month certification courses TCI offers six-month certification courses in HVAC and commercial refrigeration. All students graduate with at least one job-ready certification, such as EPA 608, O...

A plan to support the net zero challenge and get young people into high-skilled, well-paid jobs has been launched on 20 April, 2023, by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC). In its new Skills Plan, CLC highlights how much the construction and built environment industry has to offer society while providing solutions to short and long-term challenges in England. Construction Construction is a major engine of the UK economy, employing 2.7 million people and contributing 8% output to the e...

Sensibo, the Climate Tech company combining smart ACs with a more sustainable world, launches on Earth Day 2023 Airbend, a new software allowing hotels, schools, and office buildings to manage air conditioning and air quality monitoring devices in bulk, reducing heating and cooling costs, while ensuring healthy air quality. Sensibo Airbend can lead to savings of over 40% on energy bills by optimized monitoring and management of all ACs in the facility. Sensibo Airbend Sensibo Airbend is...

Johnson Controls, a global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of a program for recycling steel, through a collaboration with Nucor Corporation, the largest steel producer and recycler in North America. Recycling secondary steel Over 70% of Johnson Controls' steel purchases in the US and 45% globally are manufactured from recycled scrap materials. The program with Nucor will recycle nearly 100% of that secondary scrap steel again, amounting to thousands...

Legacy Service Partners, a group of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services businesses in 16 states, has partnered with Buehler Air Conditioning to augment its growth and success in the Jacksonville, Florida market and beyond. “Jason Buehler, Chase Hudson and the entire team at Buehler Air Conditioning take immense pride in their brand, culture, customer satisfaction and quality workmanship, making them a perfect fit for our platform,” said Legacy CEO and Co-Founder, Rob...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) recently announced the recipients of its 2022 Safety Awards. As the world’s most respected authority on the inspection and cleaning of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, NADCA presents its Safety Awards to contractors who have shown a verifiable commitment to employee, customer, and community safety throughout the year.  The awards were announced on March 28 at the association’s 34th Annual Meeting &...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, celebrates 25 years of driving profit and growth for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors and distributors throughout 2023. innovative training Programs “We’re incredibly proud of BDR’s impact on the home services industry over the last quarter of a century and the relationships we’ve built with the hard-working men and women who are the fou...

Bosch Home Comfort, a global source of high-quality heating, cooling, and hot water systems, has announced the addition of a new model to its Bosch Inverter Ducted Packaged Unit (IDP) Heat Pump family.  IDP Plus is a highly efficient (15-SEER2), incredibly reliable, and extremely quiet Inverter Ducted Packaged heat pump system. IDP Plus is available in 3-ton or 5-ton capacities to best suit the heating and cooling needs of a home. air-to-air heat pump “Heat pumps are becoming the t...

The future of heating homes in rural areas has been kept secret until after the local elections, claims the CEO of leading trade body Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), Mike Foster. His claim comes as the industry waits for the Government's response to a consultation that closed 15 months ago. delayed publication  In the consultation, the Government planned to ban the replacement of fossil fuel boilers, oil, and LPG, from 2026 accepting that consumers would face considerably higher cos...

GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, has named Anne Rushing as the President and Senior Plant Manager of Monogram Refrigeration LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary in Selmer, Tennessee, USA that manufactures Monogram® and CAFÉ™ refrigerators and Zoneline® air conditioners. Before assuming her new role, Anne Rushing served as the plant’s Quality Leader. She started her career as a Test Engineer and has held a variety of roles of increasing scope and responsibility over her...