HVAC News, August 2022

When shopping for a new HVAC (heating ventilation & air conditioning) unit, users will probably come across the term “BTU”. This commonly used abbreviation for British Thermal Unit is an important factor in the choice of a new furnace or air conditioning unit, but many do not know what BTU means, or its implications. Find out what is a BTU, and why BTUs matter when shopping for a new heating or cooling unit. What Does BTU Mean? An HVAC system’s capacity is measured in BT...

While summer calls to mind days free of the schoolroom, the Empower Training Services team has been filling classes this summer, answering the call for expert electrical safety training with a full schedule of summer seminars. June 2022 saw four high-profile seminars, including up-to-date training on Electrical Safety in the Workplace for 20 Verizon employees taught by VP of Technical Training & Support, Joe Gierlach, and one of two sessions for Linc Service contractor Trotter and Morton Fa...

Since the weather is getting colder, most people will be turning on their furnaces for the first time in months. While it’s normal to keep the furnace turned up and running all day, users might run into some issues after not using it for a while. One of those problems could be having a burning smell when the heat is on. If the furnace smells like it’s burning, there is no need to panic; however, finding the source of the burning smell is important. Once users find out what causes it...

Danfoss has named Pro Refrigeration, Inc., as its 13th EnVisioneer of the Year. The Washington-based manufacturer and supplier of chillers for the industrial and beverage processing market, and a long-time customer of Danfoss, used the company's components to develop its PROGreen CO2 Chiller system that brought big dividends to a California dairy farm and ultimately, to the environment. Launched in 2010, the annual EnVisioneer of the Year award competition recognizes North American original equ...

Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, LLC, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems as part of Lennox International, has promoted Bob Landi to vice president and general manager. In this role, Landi will apply his proven operations and supply chain acumen to continue to grow the business and deliver customer-centric solutions.  “There is no one more capable to serve in this position than Bob Landi,” said Gary Bedard, president, and chief operating offic...

Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organization dedicated to the development and promotion of safe and secure interoperability across long-life appliances, HVAC systems, and televisions within the connected home ecosystem announced that Resideo Technologies, Inc. has joined HCA as its newest member. energy management Resideo is a global manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions that provide comfort, security, energy efficiency, and control to customers wor...

J’s HVAC Unlimited, expert heating, and cooling services company serving the residents of Mount Airy, N.C. since 2005, announced that it is rebranding its image with a fresh, modern look and a new name but will continue to build upon the excellent customer care that has earned it the best HVAC company in the Mount Airy News for the past 10 out of 11 years. The company is also changing its name to Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing to reflect its new focus. Modernizing the brand...

With the UK experiencing increasingly warmer summers and more frequent heatwaves, we’re equally seeing more air conditioning units installed in both commercial and residential spaces. As the demand for air conditioning continues to increase, so too will the demand for copper pipes. Copper is a trusted and reliable material that air conditioning installers have been using for many years and, not only that, it’s also infinitely recyclable – making it a sustainable alternative to...

Southern Trust Home Services, an electrical, HVAC, and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, USA, announced that it has been selected to the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the first year Southern Trust has made the respected list. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment, its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Arm...

Daikin UK has opened the doors of two new Sustainable Home Centers, bolstering its national network to around 40-strong. A new center has opened in Basingstoke, in partnership with one of Hampshire’s specialists in renewable energy systems, UKHeatPumps. The second center, H2ecO, has launched in Poole, Dorset. heat pump technology adoption Local installers can use the centers to access free training and resources to help them diversify into renewable heating solutions and ensure the long-...

The pioneer in industrial automation cybersecurity certification, exida, has announced that Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has earned their third ISASecure Component Security Assurance Certification (CSA) for their YORK YMC2 Centrifugal Chiller. Defining the new standard in chiller technology, the YORK YMC2 Chiller is equipped to offer wideset operational range, while minimizing downtime. Designed with sustainability in mind, the YORK YMC2&...

Air can’t be seen, of course, but it contains both gasses and solid particles. The tiny particles found in the air, known as aerosols, contain biological and chemical components. The makeup of these components determines air quality. Indoors, biological aerosols, or bioaerosols, include viruses, fungi, and bacteria. Aerosols impact the health of building occupants. Therefore, to maintain good indoor air quality, bioaerosol testing indoors is recommended. Bioaerosol Testing Indoors Maint...

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, a plumbing and HVAC company, serving residential and commercial locations in California and Arizona, USA, has announced the launch of its podcast, HeroTalk, which will promote the home service trades and discuss hot topics and issues affecting the industry. “We are excited to be able to offer our expertise on everything involving the home service industry from customer service to the work in the field to leadership and management,” said John Akhoian,...

Experience tomorrow's smart solutions today: From October 2 to 6, 2022, Bosch will present digital services and connected solutions for the entire building lifecycle at Light + Building in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, using real-world examples. In Hall 11.0, Booth B30, Bosch experts will provide insights into how IoT, connectivity, and the intelligent use of data can help to optimize the control of commercial buildings, operate them in a resource-efficient and sustainable manner, and provide a h...

New York City is leading the charge to advance building decarbonization and improve occupants’ comfort with a unique public-private initiative called the “Clean Heat for All Challenge” spearheaded by New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), New York Power Authority (NYPA), and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). innovative electrification solutions By leveraging NYCHA's portfolio of 2,198 residential buildings, “Clean Heat for All”...

Certification is a way to demonstrate professional knowledge, a specific skillset, and the ability to do a particular job. In the HVAC market, earning certifications provides benefits to contractors as well as technicians. Paying for certifications Historically, typically 70% of technicians paid for their certifications. Now the numbers have flipped, and about 70% of contractors currently pay for certifications because they see the value-add they can provide to keep employees with an organizat...

Green construction innovators, Dura Products, have revealed its heavy-duty combined kerb and drainage system, Duradrain, has been installed in 12 countries across Europe. The recent expansion to central, north, and Eastern Europe, demonstrates the appetite across the continent for safe, affordable, and environmentally responsible construction solutions. Benefits in 12 countries  The 12 countries enjoying the widespread benefits of the combined kerb and drainage system, which comprises 70...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £3,300 by October and further to £4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £5,000 in July, costing the taxpayer £10 million. Energy efficiency measures In response, not-for-profit trade body the Energy and Ut...

Johnson Controls announces its collaboration with 3Degrees, a firm that helps organizations around the world achieve renewable energy and decarbonization goals. The new collaboration aims to accelerate building owners' and operators' progress toward net zero by leveraging 3Degrees' large-scale environmental commodity solutions, including Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) transactions, long-term renewable energy procurement, carbon credit portfolio management, transportation decarbonization, an...

The expected surge in the energy price cap to a rumored £4,266 in January 2023 is not only causing distress for households but has also blown a hole in the Government's domestic heating strategy. That’s the warning from the industry body, the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), which slammed the Government’s Heat and Building Strategy unveiled in October 2021, which includes a key commitment to mass heat pump rollouts in British homes instead of gas boilers.  domestic h...

Even as COVID-19 variants continue to cause unease for Americans, the number of cases has dropped in the US. As people return to the workplace, employers, business owners, and building managers focus on creating safe indoor environments. But what about students? As students return to class, fixing school indoor air quality (IAQ) is more important now than ever in the past. Importance of clean air Clean air is important, not just for larger health threats, like COVID-19, but also for daily irr...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces the launch of a unique online resource to help HVACR dealers work together to ensure they are properly equipped for new 2023 efficiency standards. BDR’s Equipment Exchange allows individual dealers to connect online and arrange transfers of equipment impacted by a range of changing local, state, and federal energy regulations set to take effect on Jan. 1,...

Fujitsu General New Zealand has delivered the latest innovation in affordable, durable and reliable heat pump/air conditioner solutions, with the launch of the new wall mounted reverse cycle Comfort range. The new Comfort range features seven models from 2.0kW to 7.1kW cooling capacity and 2.5kW to 8.0kW heating capacity. Kyle Rafter, Head of Product – ANZ at Fujitsu General said the Comfort range was designed to ensure maximum value and user satisfaction, boasting energy efficient featur...

Before Brexit in 2020, regulations on product safety and performance in the United Kingdom had been aligned with the European Union since 1974. Emblematic of that alignment was use of the traditional CE mark on a variety of manufactured goods throughout the European Union, including the UK. Along with Brexit came the need to create a UK-only mark that served a similar purpose to the customary CE mark. Transitioning to the new mark Formation of the UKCA mark followed, indicating conformity wi...

With more and more adults working from home, and an increasing number of students completing their education online, it is more important than ever to keep the risk of indoor air pollution as low as possible. Children and people living with respiratory conditions are at an especially high risk of being affected by poor indoor air quality (IAQ).  Napoleon wants to share a few easy habits that residents can adopt to ensure that the air quality in the home is optimal for everyone. Keep the...

Whether users replace a heating system or look to set up one for a new build, one central decision point is choosing between baseboard heat and forced air. Some of the variables to consider include the following: Which has a lower upfront cost of setup? Which is more efficient? Which is better for large or small homes? Which is best for lowering the spread of air contaminants? In this guide, Napoleon will answer all the above questions as it explores the pros and cons of baseboard...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has partnered with Microsoft Beijing Campus for its ongoing retrofit and optimization of building operations, achieving 27.9% energy savings and ensuring key equipment uptime to 98%. As a result, the campus has been granted an energy-saving endorsement and financial subsidy by the Beijing Municipal Government and the Haidian District Government. "China’s pledge to ensure carbon emissions peak by 2030 and achieve...

Airedale is pleased to announce Adrian Trevelyan as the director of the Cloud Services Business Unit. Responsible for one of Airedale’s most significant commercial operations, Adrian will be accountable for a worldwide territory (excluding the US), leading the data center cooling arm of the Airedale by Modine business as it accelerates its growth strategy. Adrian's experience in Airedale Adrian, who has achieved an MBA and Chartered Manager status during his career to date, brings a weal...

Ruskin is excited to launch their new CFD7T-IB6 UL Classified ceiling radiation dampers for installation in wood truss floor/ceiling and roof/ceiling designs. Unlike other ceiling fire dampers, the CFD7T-IB6 is supplied with an R6 duct-lined insulated steel plenum box with a side round collar. Ceiling membrane penetration Model CFD7T-IB6 meets the requirements for fire/radiation dampers established by: National Fire Protection Association NFPA Standards 80, 90A, 92A, 92B, and 101. ICC Int...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £ 3,300 by October 2022 and further to £ 4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £ 5,000 in July 2022, costing the taxpayer £ 10 million. Subsidy should target energy efficiency measures in homes Data...