HVAC News, August 2023

Sirius Buying Group, the UK’s pioneering buying group in the electrical appliance and kitchen retail sector identifies energy efficiency as the number one priority when fitting out the kitchen and utility room, with sustainable features now becoming an integral part of product development and consumer choice. Latest technological advancements Steve Jones, Managing Director at Sirius Buying Group, says, “Ahead of the Autumn Statement, our latest field data shows that homeo...

Baxi has appointed James Matthews as the new Head of Public Health to lead its technical specification and sales team in supplying energy-efficient low-carbon hot water solutions involving Heatrae Sadia and Andrews Water Heaters products. James joins Baxi with a wealth of experience gained from previous roles within the construction industry, most recently as Business Development Director at Polypipe. James Matthews appointed new Head of Public Health Commercial hot water generation is a vita...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announces the release of the CMS-2000 Central Monitoring Station. The CMS-2000 helps ensure laboratory and healthcare settings are safe for occupants by providing instant status verification of room pressure, airflow and other important room parameters. “Monitoring and controlling airflow in critical spaces is a vital component of any healthy buildings strategy,” said Tyler Smith, Vice President, Healthy Bui...

Calhoun Community College, the largest two-year institution in The Alabama Community College System, and Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, celebrate the opening of Calhoun Community College’s new building automation system lab. The lab is designed to give students hands-on experience that will help them bridge the gap between classroom instruction and the needs of employers. Immersive learning environment The immersive learning environment was designed to s...

Quilt, creators of the most advanced ductless heat pump system ever designed for residential use announced that it has cemented partnerships with two pioneering HVAC installation companies in the United States: Fuse of San Jose, California; and Rycor HVAC of New Paltz, New York.  purchase-to-installation experience Quilt’s mission is to reduce home-based fossil fuel dependency by making heat pumps more compelling and accessible for homeowners. Through these partnerships, Quilt enab...

Carrier is expanding its line of WeatherExpert® packaged rooftop units with the new high outdoor air system, a light commercial rooftop unit capable of conditioning up to 100% outdoor air. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. WeatherExpert high outdoor air The WeatherExpert high outdoor air system can operate with up to 100% outdoor air for ventilation make-up air or building ventilation. WeatherExpert hig...

Nuaire, part of the Genuit group, has expanded its market-renowned Xboxer heat recovery range with the addition of the UNI-X unit, which has been rebranded to Xboxer Universal. Originally launched in 2017 as a ventilation solution for student accommodation, the UNI-X has been a favorite amongst Nuaire’s customers, even becoming an Innovation of the Year finalist at the Student Accommodation Awards.  UNI-X unit Since its launch, the UNI-X has proven to be a suitable solution ac...

Bluon, Inc., an innovative software company focused on bringing productivity gains to HVAC contractors and their service technicians introduced MasterMechanic, a breakthrough AI tool for HVAC technicians that allows them to instantly diagnose and solve problems in the field, using only natural language. The beta product is available publicly to the entire industry for a limited time at bluon.ai.  MasterMechanic MasterMechanic is the first generative AI tool created to assist HV...

It is with great pleasure that SMS Environmental announces that Jemma Tennant has been appointed as the Technical Consultant of the company, a UK top 5% of companies within the water treatment sector.   Jemma Tennant joins SMS Environmental from The City of Edinburgh Council where she has been its Operational Manager, since May 2018. However, she will be taking up her new position on Tuesday 29, August, 2023. Along with providing technical consulting, Jemma will be responsible for growing...

Global appliance company Electrolux Group, under its premium brand AEG is showcasing, for the first time, its most resource-efficient models at IFA 2023: the AEG EcoLine. AEG EcoLine AEG EcoLine is a dedicated selection, presented in-store and online, of the company’s most resource-efficient appliances covering all major product categories and aimed at helping consumers reduce climate impact while providing high-quality performance.  The sustainable selection of appliances...

Held this year between 25 and 28 October at the Istanbul Expo Center, ISK-SODEX provides an international platform for HVACR industry representatives along with significant contributions to the industry's growth momentum. Attended by sector representatives from Türkiye and around the world, the 2023 ISK-SODEX will feature participating companies showcasing environmentally friendly, energy-recovering and highly efficient sustainable products in an area of 120,000 m2. Air conditioning sec...

Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems, is excited to unveil its new CO2 Transcritical Certification class, designed to empower experienced refrigeration professionals with advanced knowledge. This course builds on the foundation of the CO2 Transcritical Technology 101 program. This advanced class focuses on CO2 transcritical refrigeration systems, equipping attendees with the skills to master controls, startup...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced a $750,000 donation through the Johnson Controls Foundation to Habitat for Humanity International to support its mission to build homes, communities, and hope in partnership with families in need of decent and affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity “We have a long history of Johnson Controls’ employees volunteering with Habitat for Humanity across the globe,” said George Oliver, Ch...

Camfil announces the launch of the latest innovation in molecular filtration products with the CamCarb XG. Companies targeting gas-phase contaminants in various applications such as odor, pollution, or corrosion control will gain superior-in-class results with performance and protection. Molecular contamination control (MCC) products capture molecules, gases, and vapors from the air. Those contaminants cannot be trapped by traditional particle filters. Molecular filters are also known as gas-ph...

Swedish startup Adsorbi AB has secured EUR 360,000 in seed funding from Metsä Spring, Chalmers Ventures, and Jovitech Invest for its cellulose-based air purification material that can be used in air filters and odor removal products. The funds will be used to continue studying product application possibilities and ramp up sales in odor removal and art conservation while concentrating on product development and field testing with air filter companies. Adsorbi...

Despite the current housing market remaining somewhat uncertain and mortgage interest rates due to hit a 15-year high, new research by YouGov (on behalf of Blenheim Estate Homes and Pye Homes) has revealed that an energy-efficient home is one of the most important factors for UK house hunters looking to make savings wherever possible. Of those surveyed, 64% said they would want solar panels to be fitted as standard to a new home; 42% said homes with EV charging points were a must-have; and 35%...

Airzone Control, a provider of intelligent and innovative HVAC control solutions announces new API integration with Crestron, the global pioneer in home automation. This new driver allows Crestron Home® OS and Airzone control devices to connect quickly and easily, without the need for custom programming, additional wiring, or a WAN connection. Sophisticated Control Made Simple Crestron leads the market in solutions that allow homeowners to centrally manage all their technology systems, cr...

The new TIER 2 Service Pump is a reliable and efficient standard service pump that offers high performance, while reducing overall costs of installers and end customers. Danfoss Burner Components has released the new TIER 2 service pump, as part of the new modified service pump portfolio, including: Service Standard – TIER 2 pump (Cost effective standard fuel pump) Service Standard Plus - TIER 2 Bio30 pump (Cost effective and compatible with up to 30% biofuel blend pump) Service Prem...

As part of previously announced capacity investments, Alfa Laval Business Unit Brazed & Fusion Bonded Heat Exchangers announces that it will increase its production of brazed plate heat exchangers to meet increasing demand in the ongoing global energy transition. Author's quote “Our intention is to keep pace with our customers and the market demand generated by the new energy landscape,” says Malgorzata Moczynska, President Business Unit Brazed & Fusion Bonded Heat Exchange...

Danfoss opened the doors to the Application Development Center within the ‘Smart Store’ supermarket, which is part of a full Decarbonization Park including several innovation centers for applications such as heat pumps, heat recovery, next-generation district heating networks, and data centers.  The new Application Development Center will offer the cooling and heating industry the opportunity to access state-of-the-art test facilities and expert support, for field testing new c...

The "Wreaking HVAC on our planet" report was published, highlighting the severe environmental impact of the global Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning industry – which is a bigger producer of CO2 emissions than all passenger vehicles, flights, and every country except China. The report estimates that HVAC (used only for comfort) produces 5.5 gigatons of CO2 each year (5,500,000,000 tons), or 15% of global energy-related emissions. It highlights the cyclical problem of extreme tempe...

British consumers are taking responsibility for reducing the impact of climate change with 76% believing they have a responsibility to cut carbon impact and help get to Net Zero. But over a third (34%) of British adults still aren’t aware of the most environmentally friendly way to heat their homes, despite the government’s ambitious goal of reaching Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 - according to new research from Mitsubishi Electric and Ipsos. Boiler Upgrade Scheme UK consumers...

The 13th (2023) edition of the ATMOsphere (ATMO) Europe Summit on natural refrigerant systems, hosted by market accelerator ATMOsphere (formerly shecco), will be held in Brussels, Belgium, at the Hotel Le Plaza on 19-20 September, 2023. The conference will focus on the latest trends and achievements in the field of natural refrigerant technologies, covering policy developments (PFAS, EU F-gas Regulation), keynotes, market updates, heat pumps, transport and MAC, case studies, end users...

Atlantic Westchester, a globally renowned provider of commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the NY metro region, announced that Jesse Alley has been promoted to the position of General Manager. Jesse Alley previously served as the company’s Director of Service Operations. New General Manager appointed "After three years of being a part of the Atlantic Westchester team, I am thrilled to be taking on this new leadership role," said Jesse Alley, General Manager of Atlantic Westcheste...

The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) is pleased to announce the selection of Ann R. Klee as Chair of the C2ES Board of Directors. Ann R. Klee, who has served on the C2ES Board for 11 years, brings a unique perspective on the interplay between business and government in solving the complex environmental challenges the world faces today. She is taking the role at a key time for the organization, which has doubled in size in the past two years. New Chair of the C2ES Board of Directo...

Kelvion's new online tool guides users to the right heat exchanger for HVAC and refrigeration applications with just a few clicks. In supermarkets, data centers, or food processing, cooling is indispensable. By using the appropriate heat exchanger, plant operators can work efficiently while reducing CO2 emissions. But how do find the most suitable heat exchanger for the system? With the interactive online platform, K°oolville, Kelvion is launching an innovative product finder that lead...

Zilmet, Europe's largest manufacturer of high-quality expansion vessels and plate heat exchangers, has unveiled its Zil-B range of buffer vessels specially designed for air source heat pump installations. The vessels provide additional water storage in sealed systems, preventing heat pumps from the risk of short cycling, potentially damaging the system and causing a detrimental effect on their energy performance. Zil-B vessels feature Crafted with premium polyurethane foam insulation, Zil-B v...

Viessmann has announced the immediate availability of a new Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control for its unvented system and combi Vitodens 100-W and 111-W models, enabling customers to manage their heating and hot water wirelessly. One Base software platform The battery-powered load compensation control is easy to install, with no wiring or outdoor sensor required. It can be paired directly with Viessmann’s new One Base software platform for the company’s new Vitodens 100-W (combi/s...

When it comes to the functioning of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, insulation plays a crucial role in maintaining energy efficiency and temperature control. However, the HVAC insulation health hazards associated with older and degraded fiberglass insulation within single-walled air handler units cannot be overlooked. Over time, as fiberglass insulation breaks down, it can release particles that contaminate occupied spaces within buildings, posing potential risks to h...

Commercial Products has introduced a new CIBSE-accredited CPD to its collection of Heat Networks and Heat Interface Units. The new CPD provides an overview of the benefits of heat networks and the role that Heat Interface Units (HIUs) play in ensuring the thermal comfort of the end user and the efficient operation of the network. Principles of HIU operation Predominantly a beginner’s guide to heat networks, aimed at those who have basic knowledge but little first-hand exposure, the new...