HVAC News, June 2024

The security services market is constantly evolving: new types of services are arriving, equipment is becoming smarter, and companies with new business logic are entering the market. Security companies already on the market must adapt to these changes or overspend human and financial resources. That was the challenge the Sheriff's security company had to face in 2018. remote monitoring Because of the rapid decline in demand for physical guards and the equally rapid development of remote monit...

The Biden administration proposed to phase out the most inefficient gas furnaces, which would significantly reduce household costs and climate-warming emissions. The plan arrives as millions of U.S. families may face a spike in gas prices for home heating later this year spurred by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Department of Energy (DOE) estimates that its landmark efficiency standard for home furnaces—potentially the first meaningful update in 35 years—would reduce costs...

At the SMART Automation in Linz, E+E Elektronik will be presenting a comprehensive portfolio of measuring devices for industrial automation and process monitoring at booth DC-413. The product range includes flow meters for compressed air and gases, dew point sensors, CO₂ measuring devices as well as humidity and temperature transmitters for demanding industrial applications. On the exhibition grounds, trade fair visitors can view the E+E calibration bus and find out about the calibration servi...

Mika Kulju, who until recently was the President of ABB Drive Products division, has been announced as the new President of Danfoss Drives, succeeding Vesa Laisi who will retire from Danfoss after eight years as the President of Danfoss Drives. Vesa Laisi became part of Danfoss’ Executive Team in December 2014 when the global AC drives manufacturer Vacon became part of the Danfoss Group. Today, Danfoss Drives is a pioneer in electrification and variable speed controls of electric motors....

An email was received from a director of a newly opened student accommodation facility. The tone of the email was almost incredulous. Having installed electric panel heaters in around 200 rooms he was finding that the occupants were adjusting the room thermostats to 35°C and then leaving them at this setting constantly. To cool rooms that were too warm, windows were being opened! This, unfortunately, is not an uncommon issue, and with the energy cost crisis biting, reducing the use and ther...

When the Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (DRHI) scheme was launched in 2014, it was the first domestic scheme of its kind to support renewable heat generation for households. The scheme has grown since 2014, reaching 50,000 installations accredited during 2016, and the milestone of 100,000 accredited installations in February 2022. Now that the DRHI scheme has closed to new applicants Ofgem reflects on what this innovative scheme has achieved and as decarbonizing heat plays a key role in the...

The highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in the modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of the daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors. As a result, poor indoor air quality has become a significant area of concern as a contributor to potential health problems. The team at Tassio Temperature Control, along with many manufacturers of air filtrat...

Fresco Genius is the first fully integrated aftermarket parking air conditioner, made to provide maximum comfort using the vehicle’s original ventilation system with the engine off. It interfaces with the electronics of the vehicle and does not require modifications to the cabin or the hatch, ensuring a cooling capacity of 2800 W in max A/C. Fresco Genius is now available for most commercial vehicles on the market.

Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Canoga Park home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system. Our professionals at Tassio Temperature Control are here to inform you about home humidification, the different systems available, and the benefits they can provide during the winter season. What Is Humidity? Humidity is a measure of h...

Valve insulation is commonly used to cover petrochemicals products and industrial equipment in the oil and gas industry. Similar to process line piping, valves often must be insulated to minimize heat loss for efficient performance or to keep contents of material passing through the valve at the desired temperature. Valves are a critical part of any industrial or commercial process. Fluid needed to make things run right in your facility is pushed through these valves quickly and efficiently. A...

Just like ones lungs are an important connection to the rest of ones respiratory system, ones home’s ductwork, or air ducts, are importantly connected to ones heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. For ones HVAC system—and ones lungs—to perform at peak level, the numerous airways need to be open and clear. All in the name of breathing properly. US Environmental Protection Agency The Importance of Every Breath ones HVAC System Takes Essential...

Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN), a publication dedicated to automotive service professionals who service America’s vehicles and help keep them moving, has formally announced its 2021 Innovation Award Winners. With over 130 product nominations from more than 65 companies for 23 different categories, Plymovent is happy to say that our FumeCaddie® has won the Safety Equipment & Personal Gear category! Plymovent’s FumeCaddie® along with other category winners w...

The support pays homage to Daikin’s century of Japanese heritage and HVAC expertise, and brings together two organizations with a shared focus on building a greener, cleaner future for the planet. From Saturday 2 October to Sunday 31 October 2021, visitors to Kew Gardens will be invited to immerse themselves in the art, plants, and culture of Japan, and will be able to interact with the Daikin brand throughout their experience. Experts from Daikin will be on hand to educate visitors abou...

Have you ever walked into someone’s garage and noticed their water heater was raised high off the ground? It might look strange, but it’s actually a safety precaution. Plus, if you decide to install a new tank water heater at your home (which we don’t generally recommend), you should be aware of codes for ground clearance.  Height requirement for water heater installed in a garage According to the Uniform Plumbing Code, a natural gas tank water heater should be inst...

Combined heat and power generation units (CHP) must be quick and easy to install, produce electricity and heat highly efficiently, and have the longest maintenance intervals possible to be able to operate with maximum efficiency. The new Vitobloc 300 NG15 and Vitobloc 300 NG 20 CHP modules are ideally suited to meet these requirements. Compact, quiet, and fully wired Vitobloc 300 NG 15 (15 kWel/39.6 kWth) and Vitobloc 300 NG 20 (20 kWel/45.4 kWth) are compact and fully-wired units with water-...

Viessmann's modern gas condensing boilers are already ready for hydrogen today - H2 Ready. This is because an admixture of up to 20 percent hydrogen (H2) in natural gas is already possible. From 2025, the new condensing boilers will even be able to run on 100 percent hydrogen. Lambda Pro Plus The patented Lambda Pro Plus® combustion control automatically adjusts to the respective fuel. This means that customers have a device that is ready for future changes in the gas supply without any...

NGH, a major manufacturer of HVAC equipment, announced Tom Barrow Company (TBCo), Atlanta, as the manufacturer’s representative for all Reznor branded HVAC products in Florida. The agreement also calls for TBCo to represent Reznor engineered products in Georgia. TBCo’s Florida presence TBCo’s expansive Florida coverage will also be instrumental in maintaining the brand’s aftermarket parts sales TBCo’s Florida presence includes offices in Jacksonville, Orlando, T...

Emerson has announced the introduction of its Copeland variable-speed reciprocating hermetic compressors for commercial refrigeration applications. The new models are specifically engineered to save energy and provide performance improvements in a variety of demanding commercial refrigeration applications. Stringent energy requirements Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the commercial refrigeration space have faced increasingly stringent energy requirements. Medium- and low-tempe...

Daikin confirmed its presence at ISH 21, the world’s foremost trade fair for HVAC and water, which will be held virtually from March 22nd until March 26th. Daikin is happy to e-meet new stakeholders, present new products, including two world premieres, and stress the importance of sustainability in HVAC during the fair. Daikin will do this by presenting a series of high-quality and unique webinars throughout the week about various topics such as the renovation wave, indoor air quality...

Protecting firefighters from hazardous exhaust fumes in their stations is something that Plymovent has done for over 45 years. As the pioneer in Fire and Emergency Services vehicle exhaust extraction solutions, it is something that the company takes seriously – protecting those who protect them. So when it came to protecting the actors who play firefighters and the other cast members of the well-known Tacoma FD TV, it was no different! Tacoma FD TV show For 3 seasons now, the Tacoma FD...

The cooling tower is a heat dissipation system that, based on the principle of evaporative cooling, cools down water (or water and glycol) through its exchange with air. Evaporative cooling - used for some time now in the industrial and air conditioning (HVAC) market - is a simple principle. Based on the latent heat of water's evaporation, it reduces the temperature of the process water by evaporating a small part of it. For example, one can note that, through the evaporation of one kg of...

In Germany, up to three children die every week due to domestic violence. This circumstance has been further exacerbated by the Corona pandemic. The Viessmann Foundation is supporting a nationwide study by the PETRA research group on the welfare of foster children with a total of 50,000 euros. Their goal: to significantly reduce the time it takes for a child who has been proven to be affected by domestic violence or abuse to be removed from his or her family. This is because the official p...

Ajax Systems, the developer behind the most award-winning wireless alarm in Europe, has hired a UK Sales Leader to strengthen its presence in the UK market and expand the local team. Steve Norman is a security industry veteran. For the last 20 years, he was working for major international manufacturers from the US and China, and a distribution and integration company in the UK — this experience lets Steve understand the industry from all sectors. Active development and growth “S...

The EE260 humidity and temperature probe is the latest product development for meteorology from E+E Elektronik. Among other applications, this high-precision sensing probe is perfect for reliable weather monitoring in road traffic or at airports. The sensor and probe heating enables precise and continuous humidity measurement even in areas with high humidity levels. Due to its compact design, the EE260 is compatible with commercially available radiation shields. Precise and Continuous The EE2...

The football legend Andriy Shevchenko has become the brand ambassador of the Ukrainian manufacturer of professional alarms Ajax Systems on the Italian market. Italian security market “Andriy’s career is a phenomenal success story of a Ukrainian guy who had a passion for football and eventually became an icon for millions of people around the world thanks to his perseverance and dedication. Today it’s a great honor for us to have on board such brand ambassador in Italy. We bel...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the ideal indoor humidity level should be between 30 – 60%. It’s optimal for overall wellness and the efficient functioning of the respiratory immune system. One of the biggest problems faced by people during winter is dry air. Low humidity contributes to the development of colds and flu. 60 to 80 percent of the human body is made up of water, which is why such an adverse bodily reaction to dry air.  Maintaining normal ho...

When it comes to water heater maintenance, there are a few essential items to include on the 'honey-do' list. Fortunately, most tasks necessary to prolong the life of the water heater only need to be done once every few years. Descaling the hot water heater is one of those 'must-do' projects and one that should be completed every two years. What is descaling and why is it important? A home’s water heater is almost constantly working. The water inside the tank also contains minerals, suc...

The recent COVID-19 pandemic has given an important impact on people’s alimentary behavior, since it affected significantly the food industry. On one hand, the HoReCa employers mainly paid the price due to the enormous restrictions for hotels, canteens, and restaurants, but on the other hand, an important increment in food purchases in supermarkets and large-scale distribution. prepackaged meals The prepackaged meals took a forward step in the industry: placed in refrigerated counters,...

Here’s a fun fact about Texas that probably noone knows. The state ranks as one of the highest for water hardness in the country. Hard water means that there are high levels of certain minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. Hard water isn’t bad for health but it can damage plumbing fixtures, and home appliances over time. For that reason, many of Pratt Plumbing's customers choose to install a water softener system in their homes. A water softener system offers many benefits, rangi...

It’s never a good sign when water is seen on the floor around the water heater. But before panicing, it’s important to figure out where it’s coming from. Upon further investigation, if water is found to be discharged from a small tube that comes out of the top or side of the unit, runs down the side of the tank, and ends near the ground, then the source is likely the temperature pressure relief valve, or relief valve, for short. What does the relief valve do? The relief valv...