HVAC News, May 2024

Bluon, Inc., an innovative software company focused on increasing productivity for HVAC contractors and their service technicians announced a strategic partnership with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades. The new partnership places Bluon in ServiceTitan’s Technology Partner Program and sets the stage for various levels of integration between the two platforms. home-grown A.I. support platform HVAC contractors have unique challenges due to the extreme complexity...

ArcelorMittal and partners - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), BHP, along with Mitsubishi Development Pty Ltd (Mitsubishi Development), have successfully started operating a pilot carbon capture unit on the blast furnace off-gas at ArcelorMittal Gent in Belgium. The pilot carbon capture unit will operate for one to two years at Gent, to test the feasibility of progress to full-scale deployment of the technology, which would be able to capture a sizeable portion of the Gent site emissions...

Fieldpiece Instruments, a pioneer in test instruments and tools for HVACR professionals for over 30 years, is proud to announce the winners of the third annual #MasteroftheTrade program. Six deserving students have been selected to receive $2,500 each to fund their continued education in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) trade or the option of an in-kind tool donation to jumpstart their careers. #MasteroftheTrade program Administered through SkillsUSA, the...

Baxi has underlined its commitment to cross-industry collaboration by becoming a member of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). The heating and hot water specialist will use its BMF membership to continue to lead the transition to cleaner, low-carbon solutions, by strengthening relationships with other key suppliers and collaborating on industry issues. energy-efficient heating Baxi’s strong research and development platform and the financial strength of BDR Thermea Group means the...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, recognized its top distributors as honorees during the 2023 Diamond Leadership Conference held at the Grand Velas Los Cabos, in Mexico’s Baja, California, Peninsula, from March 15-18, 2024. Honorees received either the Distributor of the Year Award or the Crowning Achievement Award from METUS. Conference attendees and th...

The attendance record at the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon exhibition and conference All-Energy, and the co-located Dcarbonise 2024, at Glasgow’s SEC, smashed by a staggering 21%. “In 2023 we had a total attendance of 9,706 – a new record, but this year, on 15 and 16 May, that was well and truly beaten by the close of play figure of 11,736,” explained Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director at RX Global, who own and organize the duo of events. 21% increase &...

LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA, a pioneer in the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning industry, has opened the doors of its newest HVAC Training Academy outside of Boston. The new facility underscores LG's commitment to increasing the adoption of more sustainable HVAC products across the residential and commercial sectors. The latest of five Training Academies across the country, the Massachusetts facility will provide immersive lectures and hands-on lab experiences l...

Lochinvar, an industry pioneer in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces the launch of its LECTRUS™ Light Commercial Electric Boiler. This innovative technology provides versatility to customers while supporting the industry-wide transition to electrification and decarbonization. Building on Lochinvar’s portfolio of sustainable water heating solutions, this unit is the first electric boiler designed and manufactured entirely by Lochinvar. Available in a kilowatt (kW)...

Midea America, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, is proud to present "Project Homestead," an inspirational mini-documentary showcasing the transformative renovation of Willow Ranch. Willow Ranch is a residential facility near Willow, Alaska operated by Hope Community Resources, the foremost provider of support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, mental health challenges and complex medical conditions in Alaska. Project Homes...

Exotec®︎, a global warehouse robotics provider, announced that First Supply, the largest Wisconsin-based wholesaler of HVAC, Builder, Plumbing, Lighting, Waterworks, Industrial PVF, Pump, Well, and Septic supplies, has partnered with Exotec to install cutting-edge warehouse robotics at its new 308,000-square-foot distribution center in Western Wisconsin. improving productivity Like many companies experiencing strong growth, First Supply was challenged with changing its operating model...

British Gas has launched the UK’s lowest heat pump rate, to make low-carbon technology more affordable and encourage heat pump uptake. The new energy offering is available to all British Gas energy customers that purchase any air source heat pump from British Gas and aims to help drive the adoption of heat pumps in the country. British Gas’ latest research British Gas is providing a unit rate of just 14p/kWh for the electricity used to run the heat pump for the first year. Househo...

Energy and water efficiency company - Cenergist has been appointed by procurement framework provider - Pagabo as a supplier to its £1.6 billion Decarbonization Solutions Framework. The framework covers four years and supports public sector bodies and local authorities throughout the UK to procure suppliers for retrofit decarbonization works across their building stock. healthcare-specific framework Hull City Council is serving as the contracting authority for the framework. This al...

The University of East London (UEL) has reduced its carbon emissions by 10 percent from its 2020/21 baseline to 2022/23 in the first phase of its new net zero strategy, putting the organization on track to achieve its 2030 net-zero target.  UEL partnered with technology company - Siemens to develop the strategy, which included a roadmap to reduce carbon emissions across the university’s campuses in the London Docklands and Stratford, which are home to 25,000 students.  The firs...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has announced a charitable donation of $10,000 to Home Repair Services (HRS) of Kent County, a nonprofit organization that offers income-based services to vulnerable homeowners in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. The donation will be directed to the repair program, one of HRS’s three key organizational pillars. The program is designed to address and resolve health, safety, and sanit...

Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation announced that the NEXIEZ-Fit, an elevator that combines superior cost performance with carefully selected specifications, will be launched on May 23 for low-rise residential buildings for which there is high demand worldwide. core elevator model In the ASEAN and Middle East regions and elsewhere, population growth associated with urbanization is driving demand for housing.  Under these circumstances, utilizing the existing platform for...

Smart home expert - Hive and heat pump manufacturer - Daikin have announced the first step in a long-term collaboration to make net zero easier by helping customers control their heat pump through the Hive app. visibility and control The collaboration will see Daikin Altherma 3 heat pumps integrated with Hive energy management technology to give customers greater visibility and control of their heating system. This includes allowing homeowners to personalize heating schedules, track spending,...

Ideal Heating are thrilled to introduce the HP290, their latest monobloc heat pump designed to provide efficient, low-carbon heating and hot water throughout the year. This innovative product marks a significant addition to their growing selection of eco-friendly heating solutions. In this blog, they’ll cover everything needed to know about the new HP290 heat pump, including what it is, how it works, and the impressive benefits it offers. What is the HP290 Heat Pump? The HP290 is th...

Danfoss Power Solutions has announced the launch of its IK1-G pistol grip remote control. Designed for safe, reliable, one-handed remote operation of machine functions, the robust yet compact transmitter features optimized ergonomics, intuitive operation, and high configurability. The Danfoss IK1-G remote control is specifically designed for telescopic, service, and loader cranes, as well as tow trucks. Danfoss IK1-G remote control The IK1-G remote control provides significantly improved ergo...

The Eurovent Board of Directors has formally approved Panasonic Heating and Cooling Solutions as the newest Eurovent Corresponding Member during its online meeting on 29 April 2024. Panasonic, one of the pioneers in the heating and cooling sector with more than 60 years of experience, offers cutting-edge solutions designed to optimize comfort and efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial spaces across the continent, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Advanced refrigerat...

Shadow Industrial (SI), one of the UK’s pioneering infrared heating specialists, has been chosen to refit the heating systems at the London Boroughs of Camden and Islington’s jointly-owned Hornsey Street Refuse & Recycling Center. The decision to use SI’s cutting-edge heaters was made on the recommendation of M&E contractor, Vitalenergi London, which was appointed to update the site’s HVAC. Operational Emissions By 2030 Replacing the building’s&...

Heat pump manufacturer - Qvantum has hired Thomas Nowak as Vice President (VP) of Government Relations and Public Affairs. As Secretary General of the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA) - Thomas Nowak has helped to establish heat pumps as a topic in the EU policy environment. For nearly 18 years, he has been the driving force behind making the heat pump technology known and spread throughout the continent. heat pumps Many consider Thomas Nowak to be highly influential in making the concept...

Marcone, a North American distributor of home and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool and spa repair parts and equipment, announced a new partnership with local commerce platform - DoorDash to offer nationwide on-demand parts delivery. Same-day delivery Same-day delivery in under an hour, on average is available via DoorDash Drive, DoorDash’s white-label fulfillment platform that powers direct delivery for businesses. The option allows technicians to continue wo...

SMS Environmental is excited to announce the release of the new white paper, 'Advancing Legionella Management: The Benefits of Transitioning from Manual to Remote Temperature Monitoring', which delves into the crucial topic of temperature control within water systems and its impact on Legionella bacteria. For those who don't know, Legionella bacteria is responsible for Legionnaires' disease, a potentially deadly form of pneumonia, making effective control measures a top priority for public heal...

Vaisala, a global pioneer in measurement technology, has won the tendering of delivering a new weather radar system to the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), which is an organization under the Ministry of Environment of the country (MITECO). The value of the project is approximately EUR 25 million, making it the largest single order for Vaisala ever. The contract will be signed after the public procurement appeal period has ended, and the order will be booked to Vaisala's orders recei...

EllisDon, a global construction and building services company, announces a new partnership between its Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division and J2 Innovations, a platform provider for smart buildings, smart equipment, and the Internet of Things (IoT).  FIN Framework The collaboration will see EllisDon utilize J2 Innovations’ FIN Framework, a flexible open software framework, enabling original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create automation and IoT applica...

Hecoclima, a significant company within the Geoclima Group, expands further their ProSeries range, which encompasses all units with R290 refrigerant. As of now, HPT units – the new air-cooled, reversible, high-temperature heat pumps designed for outdoor installation – are joining the green range. Hot water up to +70°C The new entry guarantees hot water production up to +70°C in ambients down to −3°C, and even with an outdoor air temperature as low as −15°...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioning Europe (MHIAE), part of the MHI Group, has released its latest climate and energy solution, the KXZ3 2 pipe VRF system. Developed around six new design concepts: global environment, design flexibility, energy efficiency, wellness and comfort, toughness, and serviceability; the KXZ3 series has been created to deliver improved efficiency, wider design flexibility and reduced environmental impact, making it the perfect climate solution for heating, and...

Renowned heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier - TG Lynes is celebrating an impressive year-on-year carbon reduction of 14%. A combination of improvements to its Enfield headquarters and further investment in green vehicles has helped the business smash its 12-month carbon-saving targets. TG Lynes has introduced more electric and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) vehicles to its fleet over the last year, while the expanded sensor lighting system operating through its head office...

CASPR (Continuous Air and Surface Pathogen Reduction) Technologies, a pioneer in advanced air and surface purification solutions, introduced its new HVAC division, which will build manufacturing partnerships and sales networks to bring CASPR’s innovative disinfection technology to multiple industries.  CASPR's natural catalytic converter technology uses safe levels of gaseous hydrogen peroxide to continuously disinfect air and surfaces, providing an additional layer of protection aga...

Refrigerant transitions are imperative to comply with evolving emissions regulations and decarbonization agendas. The dynamic landscape necessitates continual adaptation to meet current requirements, with further changes anticipated. However, switching refrigerants poses numerous HVAC/R system design hurdles, affecting system performance and component selection. Energy efficiency standards Energy efficiency standards are a paramount concern, driving innovation towards systems that perform we...