HVAC News, November 2024

The AHR Expo (International  Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) today announced the winners of the 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. Winners are chosen annually in ten industry categories, representing the most innovative products and technologies in the market.  Innovation Awards “To be recognized as an award winner is a true honor within our industry,” said Show Manager, Mark Stevens. “We are thrilled to highlight the dedication of manufacturers...

The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) released the full schedule for the 2025 AHR Expo Education Program. The program will feature more than 250 sessions, including free industry seminars, a robust panel series lineup, new product presentations, and more. AHR education program “Educating our current and future workforce is an area of dedicated attention and effort across most industry conversations,” said Show Manager, Mark Stevens. &ldq...

From now through year-end, wholesalers can help an organization build homes for injured Veterans, when they stock up on Decon7’s powerful HVAC cleaner and disinfectant, D7. In a promotion sponsored by Decon7, the company will make a donation to Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) for every D7 quart kit sold from October through December 31, 2024.  Disinfect and Donate 'Disinfect and Donate' is a partnership between Decon7 and HFOT to drive awareness of the non-profit’s mission to bui...

Danfoss, a global pioneer in engineering technologies, is proud to announce the release of its new and reliable EVR and NRV Safety Valves, approved to meet UL 60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-89 standards. EVR and NRV Safety Valves As the industry faces tighter safety regulations, the Danfoss EVR solenoid valves and NRV check valves provide a solution for separating flammable refrigerant charges (A2L, A2, or A3) in case of leaks, thereby reducing the total releasable charge in higher capacity systems...

Marcone Group (Marcone), one of the renowned North American distributors of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen and pool and spa parts and equipment, is excited to announce the appointment of Asterios Satrazemis as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective September 30. With a proven track record of driving transformational growth, Satrazemis spearheads Marcone’s next chapter of expansion and customer-centric innovation. Asterios Satrazemis Asterios Satraze...

CAREL is proud to announce the presentation of its near-term emissions reduction targets to SBTi, confirming its commitment to the fight against climate change and achieving its environmental sustainability objectives. The Science Based Targets initiative is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis. Greenhouse gas emissions The SBTi is included as a charity, with aid that will host i...

Johnson Controls announced the grand opening of its new Innovation Center – Warren Johnson Engineering Lab. The new 109,000-square-foot facility houses approximately 250 employees dedicated to advancing smart building technologies and sustainable solutions. new facility Since the company’s founding in 1885, innovation has been at the heart of Johnson Controls. The newly completed facility marks a significant milestone for the company, demonstrating its commitment to innovation, su...

Two Imax Xtra 2 240 kW Ideal Heating Commercial condensing boilers have been installed at Hull Maritime Museum as part of a major restoration project to the Grade 2* listed building. Dating back to 1871 when the building was Hull’s Dock Offices, the Hull Maritime Museum has been in operation since 1975 and had been heated by the same cast iron section boiler for the last 30 years. Imax Xtra 2 240 kW boilers The old boiler has been replaced by two Imax Xtra 2 240 kW boilers installed in...

The British Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is an essential initiative for building owners, security professionals, and HVAC experts aiming to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs. Designed to replace aging fossil fuel boilers with low-carbon alternatives, this United Kingdom government-backed scheme provides financial incentives that make upgrading more accessible. With rising energy prices and stricter environmental regulations, the program could benefit property investors and tenants while...