HVAC News, July 2023

Berg Insight, the world’s pioneering IoT market research provider, released a new market report covering the Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS) market. In this study, a HEMS is defined as a system that at minimum consists of a solar PV system, battery storage system, and a web-based management portal or smartphone app that allows for remote monitoring and control of the system. A wider HEMS also integrates backup generators, EV chargers, heat pumps, home appliances, and other conne...

Following the arrival of the UK Government’s £5 million Heat Pump Training Grant, Baxi has launched its own installer incentive scheme, pairing the Government vouchers with valuable Baxi Works points. The Heat Training Grant supports trainees in England taking short training courses relevant to heat pumps and heat networks with grants of up to £500 towards eligible courses, such as those offered by Baxi. Baxi’s installer incentive scheme Baxi will also support trainees...

Viessmann has added three new, lower output variants to its popular Vitocal 150-A/151-A domestic air source heat pump range. The 4, 6, and 8 kW models complement the existing 10, 13, and 16 kW heat pumps launched in 2022, providing a wider choice of outputs and allowing heating modernization projects suited to a broader range of properties. Vitocal 150-A/151-A models All Vitocal 150-A/151-A models provide both heating and cooling and are available to purchase for connection to a single-p...

As the new Future Standard comes into force and the UK works towards achieving net-zero ambitions by 2050, the domestic heating sector is set to go through a revolution over the coming years. With UK homeowners seeking greener home heating alternatives, heating manufacturer - Alpha has launched a new addition to its existing heat pump range. Alpha Hydro The Alpha Hydro is a single-phase solution that pairs with a pre-plumbed 200-liter cylinder and Smartech controls The Alpha Hydro is a...

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the major Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. De Rigo Refrigeration joins Eurovent Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and col...

Like most industries, the future of the HVAC market is being driven by technology. In the world of HVAC as in life, technology touches nearly everything we do. Changes in technology can affect the demand for various products or even make products obsolete. Current technology shifts in HVAC are likely to have profound impacts and change the industry as we know it. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the biggest technology change currently happening in the HVAC market?

Most consumers choose an HVAC contractor based on their online reviews. Before making a final decision, potential customers actively look for what others have to say about your business, and having plenty of online positive reviews automatically positions you as a top pick. Reviews Reviews also help you rank higher in search results, and buyers are willing to pay more for brands with lots of strong reviews. So how do you get more of them? First, you have to create great customer experiences....

There are 30 million homes and buildings in the UK, and they account for approximately a quarter of UK emissions. The government, which has gone as far as adding a legal duty to the Energy Bill that must achieve net zero by 2050, has made its bet on tackling this source of pollution; heat pumps.  To reveal how the government’s plan is progressing, Harding Heating researched the people installing heat pumps, how satisfied they are with them, what is standing in the way of the go...

Britta Permats is the Managing Director at Svensk Ventilation (The Swedish Ventilation Association), where she previously served as Technical and Environmental Manager. As part of their ‘Faces of the Eurovent Commission’ series, she gave a synopsis of the Swedish IAQ and IEQ initiatives that Svensk Ventilation participates in. Britta Permats has been long involved in the Eurovent Commission and several Task Forces of Eurovent. She is a Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)...

Eurovent, REHVA, and Nordic Ventilation Group have launched a common proposal on implementing Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) requirements introduced by EPBD under revision. These new provisions added by the Commission's and Parliament's initiative, represent an important step forward to ensure healthy and comfortable IEQ in buildings. Guidelines and examples In this document, IEQ substance and requirements are explained just on a few pages In this document, IEQ substance and requiremen...

An evaporative condenser is a heat exchanger for condensing a natural refrigerant gas, such as ammonia, or refrigerants of the freon family using the natural principle of evaporative cooling. By taking advantage of the latent heat of evaporation of water, this principle allows heat to be subtracted from the refrigerant gas inside the heat exchanger and a small portion of the water sprayed onto the coil to evaporate. Heat exchanger Heat removal in the evaporative condenser is then accomplished...

The lifetime of any industrial equipment, be it an evaporative condenser or a cooling tower, also depends on the proper maintenance of its components. Maintenance activities This article shows the ordinary maintenance activities to carry out on a Decsa's CFR-C closed circuit evaporative condensers, made of Z-725 galvanized steel sheet, equipped with centrifugal fans, and ideal for industrial refrigeration applications. Decsa would like to remind the user that the indications given h...

Since the second half of 2020, Decsa has been involved in the supply of new evaporative condensers for Galbani, one of the largest dairy food factories in Europe, to replace existing ones in their cooling plants. The following units have been supplied: No. 3 evaporative condensers with a capacity of 1,700 kW for the Chiller Plant; No. 4 evaporative condensers with a capacity of 1,700 kW for the Clauger Plant; No. 6 heat exchanger sections for revamping other units not produced by Decs...

Decsa is pleased to present SQA, the new series of open-circuit industrial cooling towers designed to respond effectively and efficiently to the needs of the industrial market (process cooling). SQA SQA is the perfect cooling tower for the industrial market characterized by the use of water with quantities of suspended solids, such as requiring the use of extended fill packs (more space than the classic wave 12). Designed to guarantee reduced water consumption and ensure minimum environmental...

World Refrigeration Day, celebrated every year on 26 June, pays tribute to refrigeration technology. This year’s motto is "Next Generation Cooling: The Future is in our hands." Refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technology is an industry of the future. It offers diverse career prospects with a variety of occupational profiles as well as innovative technologies. Economically robust refrigeration "The need for cooling will remain in demand despite global warming," says David Z...

Webstone®, a brand of NIBCO, announces the new Pro-Pal® E-Tank Service Assembly. This patent-pending solution simplifies the installation and service of any hydronic expansion tank. Features Its forged brass design features isolation valves for the system, a dedicated drain valve, and a convenient union connection at the expansion tank to provide a greater degree of control during installation. An automatic air vent, pressure gauge, and steel mounting plate are also included.

A Flight Control System Manufacturer selected a competitor company’s 281 Pressure Relief valve for an actuator. The valve’s proved to have an instability issue causing the system manufacturer to 100% test and sort valves in-house. AUSCO responded with a valve design that incorporates a damper function, a design that has been used by AUSCO for decades, while meeting the same envelope requirement. Huge cost savings in eliminating 100% inspect and sort, and greater performance of an o...

A major oil tool manufacturer developed a tool to flow two phases’ media, liquid in one direction and gas in the opposite direction. A fixed diameter pipe required ten 0.5 in OD insert check valves in an annulus. The oil tool company initially selected a competitor company’s 0.500 insert check valve, which was later found to not meet aggressive pressure drop requirements. Greater flow efficiency AUSCO was able to respond with its ultra-high flow check valve technology and exceed c...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has unveiled a new high-performance Pressurizing Pump for the Latin American residential market that is designed to increase hydraulic pressure in homes that have dishwashers, high-flow showerheads, water heaters, and other high-demand equipment. new Armstrong Pressurizing Pump Featuring low power consumption and a flow sensor that allows automatic activation, the new Armstrong Pressurizing Pump can supply a home with 1 to 5 bathrooms. It can be installed a...

Energy Solutions announced that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has completed its review of the License Termination request for the La Crosse Boiling Water Reactor (LACBWR) Decommissioning project located in Genoa, Wisconsin. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission - NRC has approved the request for Energy Solutions to finalize documentation for the plant’s license transfer back to Dairyland Power. NRC completes review of License Termination request “We appreciate the NRC’...

Well-known open-air commercial refrigerated showcases company, MTL COOL, has been acquired by Due North, the newly created operating company of QBD and Minus Forty. This strategic acquisition allows Due North to further diversify and complement its multiple-product lineup. It also positions the company to serve an ever-changing retailer and food and beverage market. The unification of brands under Due North will solidify their evolution by offering a growing portfolio of innovative product...

Viessmann has launched a new MCS umbrella scheme to help installers reduce the time, cost, and effort involved in becoming MCS registered.  Named ‘Viessmann Access’, the scheme is open to all Viessmann Trained Installers wishing to fit air source heat pumps (ASHPs). MCS-accredited installers Demand for Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS)-accredited installers are high as renewable heating solutions grow in popularity, and the government’s 2025 target for fossil f...

New York City is pioneering 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). By leveraging NYCHA's portfolio of 2,198 residential buildings, “Clean Heat for All” is designed to spur innovation and g...

Heat pumps are not only for residential applications, as many may assume. They can be an energy-efficient and economical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) alternative here in Canoga Park to the traditional HVAC systems the majority of commercial buildings use.  reducing energy costs  Many businesses trying to cut down on their energy costs, looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint as well, are looking for a heat pump to address this issue for them. Tassio Temp Co...

Ausco will be attending and exhibiting at the 2022 Farnborough Air Show, on July 18 to July 22, 2022. Visitors can stop by Hall 2, Booth 2326, in order to meet the Ausco team and reconnect with them, as they continue to support the Aerospace industry recovery.  Following the challenges of the last two years, the show returns for the first time since 2018 and promises to be more significant than ever.

Imagine a hot Canoga Park summer without air conditioning? The air conditioning system can be a very best friend on the warmest days. Be sure users take the time to perform basic maintenance regularly as well as invest in a professional checkup at least once a year. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), good maintenance can save money and reduce the energy usage. Here’s a comprehensive air conditioning maintenance checklist, courtesy of the professionals at Tassio Temperature C...

The joint Eurovent webinar on Energy Efficiency of Air Handling Units in Hot and Humid Climates is live on YouTube. The webinar by Eurovent, Eurovent Middle East, and Eurovent Certita Certification, is tailor-made for MEP engineers, consultants, manufacturers, and authorities from the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. Webinar agenda The live webinar gathered 300 attendees from over 50 countries, with an expert panel discussing the need for an energy label specifically for hot and h...

Whether having a small window unit or a large central air conditioner, doing routine maintenance is considered to be key. Regularly cleaning filters alone can reduce energy usage by 15%. To get the most out of the A/C, follow this air conditioner maintenance checklist and know when to call a professional. Filters Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton paper sheets Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton...

As the sun shines more and homeowners crave the outdoor air, they know that warmer days are ahead! It is a great time to start thinking about summer and keeping costs down for running air conditioners while still staying cool and comfortable. Ways to Lower AC Costs  Bump it up a little: While a few degrees may not impact the feel of indoor air, they can impact utility bills. Find the optimal temperature that balances comfort and cost. Test out a wide range of temperatures for a few day...

With households being urged to replace their old gas and oil-fueled boilers in a bid to lower carbon emissions, residents may have spotted heat pumps getting a bit more attention in the media recently. But what are they, how do they work, and what are the benefits? This article offers the rundown of everything home owners and residents need to know with regard to heat pumps. What is a heat pump? In basic terms, a heat pump is a piece of technology that captures heat from outside, and tran...