Puerto Rico HVAC News & Trends

Green construction innovator, Dura Products, is helping UK infrastructure contractor Colas, reduce scope 3 CO2e emissions from its latest highways project on the A46 at Stoneleigh by over 82,000 kg.  2,680 meters of the company’s eco-friendly lightweight, heavy-duty combined kerb and drainage system, Duradrain, will be installed as part of the project, which involves the construction of a new bridge over the A46 and the realignment of slip roads to form the basis of a new gyratory sy...

Following the enactment of updated standards on ventilation this summer, the trade association - BEAMA has published three new bitesize guides to help installers better understand and implement Part F (ventilation) of the Building Regulations in existing homes. Stringent building regulations  The guides come at a critical time as the UK now seeks to make homes and buildings as efficient as possible in the wake of the cost of living and energy crisis. The drive towards increasing insulati...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has named Domingo Mohedano as the new Vice President and General Manager of its Laars® Heating Systems company.  Laars is a U.S. designer and manufacturer of boilers, water heaters, and pool heaters used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. operational excellence "Domingo has demonstrated that he has all the qualities necessary to continue the great...

Until recently, it appeared that the transition to clean energy would come at a net economic cost, to a large extent because renewable energy systems, including their needs for energy storage, do and will continue to cost somewhat more to build and operate than fossil-based systems. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), for example, has projected that it would reduce economic growth by about 0.04% annually. To put this into perspective, someone earning CHF 100’000 would...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces a jam-packed program of speakers and breakout sessions for SPARK 2023, the ultimate networking event for home service contractors. SPARK 2023, scheduled for Jan. 11-14 in Tucson, Arizona, features two days of impactful keynote talks, breakout sessions, best practices workshops, networking opportunities, activities around Tucson, great food and drinks, and more....

Gleeson Homes has recently completed a heat pump trial for its housing projects in South Yorkshire, which hold affordability for buyers at its core. 5kW Panasonic Aquarea monobloc ASHP The developer was looking for a sustainable alternative to replace gas boilers in its new housing developments. Panasonic provided 5kW Aquarea Mono-bloc air-to-water heat pumps to the trial homes in three locations. At the Gleeson Homes development in Poolsbrook, Chesterfield a 3-bedroom detached home ‘Th...

Interplay Learning, the provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, and the Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA), a non-profit trade association committed to helping heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration contractors, announce the launch of a new 3D and virtual reality interactive training program designed to get newly hired HVAC technicians upskilled and truck-ready faster and level-up more experienced techs. The TACCA SkillMill Tec...

The HVAC industry has experienced rapid changes over the past years that have pushed professionals and manufacturers to rethink how they approach sustainability, building health, and workforce development. The COVID-19 pandemic magnified the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ), both at home and within commercial buildings. The effects of climate change backed by the governmental policy have accelerated the need for energy-efficient systems that can help to support aggressive sustainability g...

Bosch Thermotechnology, a global source of high-quality heating, cooling, and hot water systems announced the newest and most advanced addition to its Inverter Ducted Split (IDS) family, IDS Premium Connected. This Air Source Heat Pump system provides maximum comfort with minimum energy usage and adds an interactive, connected platform for contractors and homeowners. Heat pumps “Heat pumps are becoming one of the most popular options for efficient heating and cooling homes aro...

Daikin UK has opened the doors of three new Sustainable Home Centers, bringing its national network to around 40-strong. The UK’s air-source heat pump manufacturer is partnering with builder’s merchants, heating specialists, and energy companies around the country to educate homeowners on the benefits of renewable heating solutions in person. heat pump showroom By opening a state-of-the-art heat pump showroom and training facility, jointly funded by Daikin, these new Sustainable H...

Each day we’re reading headlines about decarbonization ambitions for buildings while challenged with supporting day-to-day operational needs. Yet, we’re still tasked with delivering energy and cost reductions. Given the magnitude of energy consumption and the importance to occupant/tenant comfort, HVAC systems warrant significant attention. There are a lot of options with new equipment and controls to drive energy use down and enhance overall comfort that are very impactful, when bu...

As people spend more time working from home, garden rooms have become a common facility, built to provide room for a wide range of domestic and professional activities. Having high-quality heating and cooling is crucial for their usability and Evergreen Air Conditioning Ltd, a global air conditioning installer in Essex and Hertfordshire, United Kingdom (UK) has used Panasonic’s split systems with mounted AC wall units that all come with nanoe™X technology, to provide year-round comf...

Before making the mind on a specific type of HVAC system for a home, should consider the specific needs of the space being heated and cooled. Factors to consider include the square footage of the home, the temperature fluctuations between the winter and summer, the desired temperature range for comfort, environmental concerns, price, and more.  Four Different Types of HVAC Systems Split system—The most common type of HVAC system, a split system, has one unit for cooling and one fo...

Panasonic, a pioneer in cordless assembly technology, will demonstrate its AccuPulse 4.0™ Transducerized Series, beginning at the Assembly Show in Booth #1113 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. AccuPulse 4.0 The AccuPulse 4.0, Panasonic’s next-generation transducerized mechanical pulse tool, was designed to help manufacturers improve quality control and accuracy, increase energy efficiency and safety, and collect data on the assembly line while reducing co...

Airxchange is now providing link style replacement belts for all Energy Recovery Wheels, sizes ERC-36 to ERC-156! Belts come precut to the exact length and tension required: immediate plug-and-play replacements. Features Following are the features of the wheel: Fast, Easy Installation – Interlocking design can be rolled onto the wheel without removal of the bearing or wheel assembly Longer Belt Life vs. Rubber Belt – Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, and highly resist...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has named Rich Simons as the Senior Vice President of the company’s product strategy and product marketing initiatives.  new responsibilities In his new role, Rich Simons will build on Bradford White’s engineering and manufacturing investments to accelerate the expansion and evolution of the company’s customer-centric product portfolio, in a world of chang...

Rheem®, a global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, announces the launch of HotWave®, the multipurpose hose sprayer. Providing tankless water heating technology for outdoor use; HotWave innovation makes cleaning dirt and grime fast and easy. HotWave’s plug-and-play design attaches to a garden hose and allows users to heat and access water from a single source.  With a maximum temperature of up to 115 F, HotWave water temperatures may be adjusted instantly. t...

Kanomax USA will be exhibiting at the Automotive Testing Expo 2022, in Novi, Michigan, from Oct. 25-27, 2022. Visitors can find Kanomax at booth #10040. Automotive Testing Expo Automotive Testing Expo is the world’s international expo for every aspect of automotive testing, development Automotive Testing Expo is the world’s international expo for every aspect of automotive testing, development, and validation technologies, taking place every year in Detroit, Shanghai, and Stuttgar...

Kanomax is exhibiting at NEBB Annual Conference 2022 in Charleston, South Carolina, USA, from November 3-5, 2022, at Booth #300. It will showcase its HVAC Testing solutions at the event. NEBB Annual Conference 2022 With over 300 attendees, this annual networking and educational event is geared toward NEBB industry professionals, giving them the chance to network with familiar friends, make new industry contacts, and expand their professional horizons. The conference allows attendees to explor...

Each second year, Eurovent, Eurovent Certita Certification (ECC), and Eurovent Market Intelligence (EMI) welcome the Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, and Food Cold Chain industry from Europe and international markets to their EUROVENTSUMMIT. With on average more than 500 manufacturers, industry associations, engineering societies, laboratories, and political decision-makers participating in around 50 meetings, seminars, and events, it has developed into a major meeting place of our indus...

EDF has successfully delivered more than two and a half million first payments of the Government’s Energy Bills Support Scheme to household energy accounts so far, as part of the support available to households this winter. To help combat rising bills, the Government’s Energy Bills Support Scheme will mean that all of EDF’s ~3.5 million customers will automatically receive £400 off their energy bills made in six installments, starting this month until March 2023. Custom...

Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems as part of Lennox International, has expanded its training capabilities and is offering a variety of classes this fall. With eight additional technical trainers in place throughout North America, Heatcraft provides more access than ever to the product and refrigeration training, including certification, to increase proficiency in specifying, installing, and maintaining Heatcraft equipment and syst...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announces the launch of a new, redesigned line of high-efficiency air handlers that will improve comfort, increase energy savings and provide lasting performance. The new air handlers feature high-efficiency blowers that use up to 10 percent less energy and feature a modular architecture ideal for space-constrained applications. In addition, these new air handlers – when matched with new outdoor condensers by John...

Mitsubishi Electric has launched a helpful new guide designed to help building owners and managers reduce the risk of their buildings becoming stranded assets due to not reaching the government’s environmental standards.   The new white paper, ‘Stranded assets: A roadmap to net zero for new and existing buildings' is designed to provide building owners and managers with more insight on the importance of setting up their buildings for net zero and describes method...

American Coolair has developed a line of electrically commutated Energy Saver motor powered fans. Energy Saver motors allow for precise control of air movement systems, while operating at a fraction of the cost of conventional permanent split capacitor (PSC) direct drive motors and even belt-drive units. With ability to control the motor manually, and an option to automate control based on system performance, American Coolair’s Energy Saver motors are a compliment to today’s lean b...

Elemental Machines (EM) a provider of IoT sensors powered by data science and providing actionable insights based on operational data, has partnered with, Kanomax USA. Kanomax is a particle detection and airflow measurement expert. real-time and operational data As a laboratory operations (LabOps) intelligence pioneer, EM is dedicated to supporting fully connected lab and manufacturing facilities.  The new partnership brings together EM’s lab monitoring software with Kanomax&rsquo...

Panasonic, a manufacturer of air conditioning, heating, and indoor air quality systems announced a collaboration with Minto Communities Ottawa for the 2022 CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery in Arcadia, Kanata. The home will showcase innovative indoor air quality (IAQ) technologies and energy-efficient, smart home solutions, making it the first Panasonic “Breathe Well” home in eastern Ontario. Minto Dream Home The Minto Dream Home is the grand prize of the annual lottery by the CHEO...

Interplay Learning, the global provider of online and VR training for essential skilled trades, announced its partnership with The Michaels Organization, a pioneer in residential real estate. simulation-based training courses Initiated in October 2021, Interplay Learning is providing over 2,300 maintenance technicians with on-demand, simulation-based training courses in the areas of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and safety, preparing entry-level technicians to be job-ready...

An overwhelming majority of Brits are worried about the price of heating their homes this winter and 9 in 10 (89%) will be changing their home heating behavior in some way as a result, research has found. The survey of 2,000 UK homeowners, commissioned by the industry association the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC), found that 93% of respondents were worried about the price of heating this winter. Further prompting concern, the survey has also revealed a third (34%) of Brits are &...

Johnson Controls, the provider of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced enhancements to its product line of FRICK® AcuAir® Hygienic Air units with the goal of reducing overall delivery times and improving customer experiences. The line of precision-engineered systems now includes a standard mixed air-style product line featuring 19 models (ranging from 7K – 100K) and has been designed to improve the delivery of sanitary air to food-process rooms. Using standardized...