AHR Expo 2022 News - Previews, Reviews, Product Launches

The AHR Expo 2022 traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, with a strong return to in-person events, a critical need in the industry as HVACR continues to be on the front lines of many major world challenges. Discussions across the industry include energy efficiency, environmental changes, air quality, and a sense that the world has undoubtedly changed in recent years with HVACR being no exception. Mark Stevens, the Manager of AHR Expo, said “One of the immediate challenges in our industry is...

Armstrong Fluid Technology announced a bold initiative in 2018, to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions among its global customer base by 2 million tons, targeting completion by the year 2022. At AHR Expo 2022 in January, Armstrong announced that they had reached and surpassed that lofty goal. In the process they have helped customers save 2.5 billion kWh of electricity usage, resulting in more than $300 million in cost savings. Achieving this goal is the equivalent of taking 600,000 cars...

Mikrofill Systems Ltd. recently brought its thoroughly time- and application-tested Mikrofill 3 hydronic system pressurization unit to the North American HVAC market. Originally unveiled in the mid-1990s in the United Kingdom, the product made its debut on this side of the Atlantic at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas (Jan. 31-Feb. 2). As a result, U.S. and Canadian mechanical engineers and contractors are now able to experience first-hand what their U.K. counterparts have known for the past qua...

Danfoss, the pioneer of oil-free compressor technology, has expanded the oil-free compressor portfolio with the introduction of the VTCA400 and the TGS380 models. The new Danfoss Turbocor® VTCA400 is the world’s first oil-free, variable-speed, magnetic bearing centrifugal compressor utilizing a hybrid compression design that is optimized for use with low-GWP refrigerant R-1233zd. The 400 ton/1400 kW nominal capacity rating provides unparalleled performance for water-cooled chiller app...

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. previewed a new HVAC drive solution during the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas. A new addition to the FR-E800 family of compact micro-drives, FR-E800-HVC adds expanded capabilities specifically for HVAC OEMs. The FR-E800-HVC variable frequency drive is designed to help HVAC OEMs meet the new energy regulations that take effect in 2023, as well as meet the UL 60335-2-40 standards. Streamline equipment installation The wiring terminals on this drive use a straigh...

Cooper&Hunter is returning to AHR Expo as a 5th-year exhibitor. Since the brand’s introduction to the U.S. market in 2015, the company has experienced exponential growth from year to year. To maintain an advantageous role in the market, C&H is adapting to new styles and trends in the HVAC market. At AHR, Cooper&Hunter’s team will introduce booth visitors to a brand new product lineup, including improved mini split series as well as air handler units and VRF systems. Whil...

First Co. is on a mission to transform the industry through innovative products available for viewing during the 2022 AHR Expo, booth # N9722, Jan 31-Feb 2, 2022. First Co. introduces gas products to the market for the first time which are a part of this year’s showcased innovations. First-Pak and Eco Series Therma-Pak, both single packaged vertical gas units, are ready to be shared with the world at AHR 2022. The Eco-Series single packaged vertical product line is one of First Co.’...

Santa Fe, the innovator of whole house ventilating dehumidifiers and industry pioneer of commercial-grade stand-alone dehumidifiers, is adding to its indoor air quality offerings with the launch of two innovative ceiling-mounted High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) purifier systems at the AHR EXPO at Booth C5800. The Santa Fe Ceiling HEPA air purifiers are designed for installation above drop ceilings in commercial, light commercial, and educational applications. Available in two sizes, stand...

Xylem, a global water technology company, announced its AHR Bell & Gossett Product Showcase, a new landing page designed to engage HVAC professionals attending the 2022 AHR Expo on Jan. 31-Feb 2, in Las Vegas, which the company will not attend in person as planned due to pandemic health and safety concerns. The product showcase provides information on the latest Bell & Gossett products, solutions and technologies addressing modern HVAC and plumbing challenges in commercial buildings. E...

The Essency EXR, the world’s first on-demand residential tank water heater, ushers in the next generation of home hot water solutions for the U.S. market. The Essency EXR offers 80-gallon FHR performance in a 55-gallon tank water heater, with added benefits such as a long-lasting polymer tank warrantied to last for 20 years by the company; straightforward installation procedures set-up using standard system connectors; low maintenance; simplified servicing and repair thanks to componentiz...

Yaskawa America, Inc. will exhibit at the AHR Expo, January 31 – February 2, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visitors to booth#C1358 (Central Hall) can expect to see the company’s complete range of HVAC drives, including new variations of the HV600. Show attendees are also invited to attend education sessions with top Yaskawa product experts. Booth Highlights: 1) HV600: A variable-speed drive engineered for use in HVAC building automation applications requiring reliable...

enVerid Systems, the front-runner in sustainable indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions, will exhibit in booth #C5146 at the 2022 AHR Expo showcasing its full line of HVAC Load Reduction® (HLR®) air cleaning modules. Powered by Sorbent Ventilation Technology™ (SVT™), enVerid’s HLR modules safely remove carbon dioxide, ozone, formaldehyde, and a wide range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from indoor air so that ventilation rates can be optimized to improve energy effic...

Emerson will be showcasing its innovative solutions and award finalist products at the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas starting January 31 through February 2. The company’s focus at AHR Expo will be around sustainable solutions that are reducing global impact while redefining comfort, efficiency, performance, and safety in the HVACR industry. Emerson’s booth will highlight solutions aimed at helping contractors and OEMs achieve regulatory requirements with ease and meeting the need for h...

Modine Coatings, a division of Modine Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in corrosion-resistant coatings technology in the HVAC industry, will showcase their innovative GulfCoat™ technology during the AHR Expo from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2. Known for their ElectroFin® E-Coat and Insitu® Spray Applied Coatings, Modine will unveil GulfCoat™ AM anti-microbial and GulfCoat™ Circuit Shield products at booth C3524 during the event. GulfCoat™ AM antimicrobial coil coating The...

Bluon, Inc., a fast-growing company with a mission to increase the capacity, performance, and GMV of the HVAC-R industry by empowering its technicians, has received the top software innovation award ahead of the 2022 AHR Expo. The Expo is the HVAC-R industry’s premier event and the award is sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI, the global standards for HVAC-R. Bluon’s support platform is a revolutionary mobile app that makes HVAC technicians in the field more effective, more efficient, and...

Rapid Water Technologies will introduce its patent-pending Nanobubble Generators to the Power Generation and HVACR industries at two national trade shows in 2022. The innovative Nanobubble Generators naturally remove and prevent the buildup of biofilm and other deposits in commercial and industrial water use. When Rapid Water Technologies Nanobubble Generators are installed on cooling towers and heat exchangers, they transform the noncondensable gases that already exist in the water into millio...

Among its HVACR controls solutions, Robertshaw® will feature the industry’s largest selection of hot surface ignitors, including its IgnitorPro™ universal silicon nitride line, in Booth C3518 at the International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo) in Las Vegas January 31– February 2, 2022. One-Stop Source for ignitors Robertshaw is an HVAC contractors’ One-Stop Source for ignitors, from direct replacements for many leading furnace OEMs&rs...

Variable frequency drive technology used to control and create efficient and energy-saving HVAC-R systems will be on show at this month’s AHR Expo 2022 in Las Vegas. Invertek Drives will be showcasing its Optidrive range of VFDs at stand C1380 at the Las Vegas Convention Center between 31 January and 2 February. It will highlight the Optidrive E3, Optidrive Eco, Coolvert, and Compact 2, which are used in a range of HVAC-R applications. The Optidrive Eco is used in HVAC building services a...

The Engineered Solutions division of Cooney Technologies is set to introduce the ultra-efficient Cooney Thermo-Pack at booth C3949 during the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas, NV. shell & coil technology Offering heat exchange solutions for both heating hot water and domestic water applications, the Thermo-Pack utilizes shell & coil technology to subcool condensate and provide steam energy savings while reducing flash steam losses. The durable 316L stainless steel shell and coil heat exchan...

Robertshaw® will give International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo) attendees a first-hand look at its new simple and economical, yet powerful, line of pro-series wall thermostats in Booth C3518 in Las Vegas January 31–February 2, 2022. Eight models comprise the Pro-Series, enabling wholesale distributors to minimize inventory and contractors to limit their truck stock. At the same time, contractors won’t be overwhelmed with choices of models. Yet...

At the 2022 AHR Expo, exhibitor J2 Innovations will be asking HVAC manufacturers to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact on buildings’ energy profiles. Currently, HVAC accounts for 45% of total building energy consumption, with 65% of this in the plant room alone1, so optimizing and controlling the plant room holistically provides outstanding savings. Controlling the supply and demand J2 believes that manufacturers should go far beyond optimizing their equipment and expand...

GE Appliances, a Haier company, Air and Water Solutions, is introducing its first atmospheric gas water heater line at the 2022 Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Expo (AHR Booth N8106). point-of-use water heaters With the RealMAX™ launch, Air & Water Solutions can offer distributors a comprehensive portfolio of atmospheric gas, electric, tankless, and point-of-use water heaters in a variety of capacities. RealMAX products, made in a state-of-the-art production facility in C...

AHR Expo was back in a big way for 2022, reflecting a dynamic industry that not only survived the pandemic but has found new ways to thrive. Technical developments on display in Las Vegas spanned traditional product categories, which continued to display new levels of innovation in a mature market. Also reflecting progress were new digital offerings that increase control and efficiency of HVAC products and link them to the expanding world of data.  Omar Tabba, the Chief Product Officer at...

Trimble has announced an innovative mixed-reality solution for construction layout, with the introduction of the FieldLink MR app. Built on the powerful Trimble Connect collaboration platform, Trimble FieldLink MR offers a completely new way to perform construction layout, enabling professionals to quickly navigate to tasks on the jobsite, getting more done in less time. The app runs on the Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2, a hardhat-integrated mixed-reality device. Trimble FieldLink MR Trimble w...

Advanced new Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) from LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA received special recognition for innovation at AHR Expo®. Two LG split DOAS models were singled out as 2022 AHR Innovation Award finalists by a panel of third-party ASHRAE® member judges who evaluated award entries based on their innovative design, creativity, application, value, and market impact. Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation Of keen interest to the industry experts, LG’s DOAS unit...

LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA has introduced a new LG Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller (ISHPC), directing the market forward by providing new levels of high performance and increased efficiency in the heat pump air-cooled chiller category. variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology By marrying key design attributes of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology with chilled water production, LG is raising the standard for air-cooled chillers with a robust set of high-performance feature...

Air conditioning technologies pioneer LG Electronics USA is showcasing its robust 2022 lineup of commercial, light commercial, and residential HVAC solutions including industry-pioneering Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology, the latest energy-efficient heat pump options, indoor air quality solutions, and flexible building automation and connectivity products at the 2022 AHR Expo® in Las Vegas. LG’s Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller One of the key highlights is the officia...

Bosch Thermotechnology, a global source of high-quality heating, cooling, and hot water systems announced the lineup of products that will be featured at its 2022 AHR Expo booth #N9717. Debuting at the Bosch booth are two new versions within the IDS Family, IDS Premium Connected and IDS Light, and the third generation of the Climate 5000 ductless system mini-split heat pump. All three products are set to become available to the market in the first half of 2022. Inverter Ducted Split Light comp...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, addressed some of the HVACR industry's most challenging issues during an executive panel discussion at the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas on January 31. The most pressing issue discussed was decarbonization, an industry initiative to move away from energy systems that produce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change. Pursuing Sustainability Goals Katie McGinty, vice president, a...

Airius, a Colorado-based technology company focused on air movement and indoor air quality, announces the release of its new BACnet MS/TP destratification fan controller during the 2022 AHR Expo. “Do you struggle with controlling your building? With our BACnet fan control integrated into your network, you can take better control of your building’s stratification issues, save money and improve building comfort by achieving the operational excellence you desire,” said Christian...