Air Filtration News & Trends

Carrier continues to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) with a new site certification that provides building owners, facility managers, and occupants confidence in the health of their buildings. independent IAQ assessment Carrier Certified Healthy Air Systems employs proprietary software to complete an independent assessment of ventilation, filtration, thermal comfort, and airborne pathogen transmission risk in a building to determine if IAQ meets or exceeds recommended standards. Buildings tha...

Application Samples allow power electronics developers to test SEMIKRON devices even faster. Along with corresponding reference designs, Application Samples reduce prototyping effort, allowing for reduced time to market. This free webinar on February 15, 2022 at 16:00 CET provides an overview of available Application Samples and how they benefit power electronics development. Key take-aways Following are the key take-aways: How do Application Samples reduce development time? Which Applica...

Pure Air Control Services, an industry pioneer in mechanical and environmental cleaning technologies, tackled head-on, Florida State’s (FSU’s) dirty coils to provide the students and teachers a healthier learning environment. Cleaning the coil with the environmentally friendly, and proven PURE-Steam method from the foam/rinse method that only superficially cleaned the surface of the coil and pushed small debris along with residue, further into the coil causing decreased airflow, a m...

The Viessmann Foundation is taking another important step towards expanding its social and societal responsibility. By providing 500000 Euros in funds, Viessmann, the globally renowned provider of climate solutions has made the largest single donation in its history. The money will be used to set up a new ‘professional unit for Sustainable Healthy Nutrition’ at the National Cancer Prevention Center in Heidelberg, Germany. Better promote cancer prevention Cancer is the second most...

The University of South Florida (USF) founded in 1956, covers over 1900 acres, 250 buildings, 10 million square feet, 34 residence halls occupy over 5,000 on-campus beds, with an enrollment of over 48,000 students, making USF the 4th largest university in Florida. USF is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching in the top tier of research universities and is among three other universities in Florida to hold this highest level of classification. The campus of USF partici...

SO Energy has a responsibility as an employer to give all of their SO Energists a place to work that is safe, and that promotes health and well-being of everyone. The company knows that having happy and healthy employees is the only way they can all succeed, and so they work very hard to create an environment that encourages that. It’s for this reason - and the fact that they’re proudly a London-based company that hires locally - that SO Energy is thrilled to have met the criteria f...

The Board of Directors of Trane Technologies plc, a climate innovator, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.67 per ordinary share, or $2.68 annualized. The dividend is payable March 31, 2022, to shareholders of record on March 4, 2022. The declaration was consistent with the company’s previously announced intention to increase the dividend by 14%. When combined with the dividend increase of 11% in the first quarter of 2021, the annual dividend is up 26% since launching as a company focused...

The Harvard Medical School community, located in the historic Mission Hill neighborhood of Boston, is dedicated to excellence and leadership in medicine, education, research, and clinical care. Since the School was established in 1782, faculty members have improved human health by innovating in their roles as physicians, mentors, and scholars. Harvard Longwood is a large campus that encompasses over 4 million square feet of building environments covering approximately 14 buildings. Benefits of...

The City of Oviedo, located within Seminole County, Florida, has been a longtime customer of over 20 years with Pure Air Control Services. Throughout this relationship, the city has relied on Pure Air Controls for IAQ testing, HVAC system cleaning, and building disinfection. The successful outcomes of these past projects have made Pure Air Control Services a trusted vendor for the City of Oviedo. Concerns The COVID-19 Pandemic has affected many governments and commercial facilities with new gu...

The Danfoss Turbocor VTCA400 compressor has received the prestigious ‘Product of the Year’ award at the AHR Expo 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The panel of third-party ASHRAE member judges selected the winning product from this year’s 10 AHR Expo Innovation Award winners. The Turbocor VTCA400 had previously been named the winner in the Cooling category as well. Turbocor VTCA400 compressor The Turbocor VTCA400 compressor is the world’s first oil-free, variable-speed,...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company in smart, healthy, and sustainable building solutions, will address the worldwide HVAC industry’s top challenges, with an array of new products and solutions, at the AHR Expo 2022, at Booth C1336, from Jan. 31 through Feb. 2, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. AI and digital technologies The Johnson Controls exhibit will focus on the importance of connectivity and innovation, in order to solve modern built-...

Every effective HVAC Company starts with an effective business plan! They’ve provided an outline and it contains everything from the introductory summary, business summary, service offering, market analysis, business responsibilities and operations, and financial planning. A business plan is crucial for the growth and success of any HVAC company. Business owners should identify where they are now, the direction they want their business to go, their plan to get there, and research on the c...

Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, has been named to the Fortune magazine World’s Most Admired Companies list for the tenth consecutive year. “We’re very proud of this significant honor,” said Dave Regnery, Chair and CEO of Trane Technologies, adding “Every day, our people around the world bring our purpose to life by boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.” improves indoor air quality “Our innovati...

At AHR Expo 2022, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. is showcasing the latest suite of available indoor air quality (IAQ) options and added capabilities for the company’s wide range of room A/C products. Dubbed Friedrich FreshAire™ IAQ, these accessory offerings deliver healthier indoor air quality and tackle serious issues such as the removal of pathogens and pollutants from the air. Friedrich FreshAire IAQ With the launch of Friedrich FreshAire IAQ, Friedrich is the first company in...

With the first-of-its-kind filtration capabilities, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. is turning “old school” window A/C unit technology into a sophisticated IAQ solution of the future, especially for classrooms, health care facilities, and homes. Friedrich Kühl window units At the 2022 AHR Expo, Friedrich highlights a new MERV 13 filtration option for Kühl, one of the company’s most popular lines of room A/C units, as part of Friedrich’s new FreshAire™ IAQ...

It’s been almost two years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 or coronavirus, is a severe acute respiratory syndrome. It spreads despite vaccines and other efforts to contain it. It spreads from person to person through respiratory droplets. This happens when an infected person speaks, coughs, or sneezes. This has many facilities managers asking the question, can HVAC systems spread COVID-19? High contact surfaces...

BrainBox AI, a pioneer in predictive and self-adaptive commercial building technology, is pleased to announce its global distribution agreement with ABB. ABB will offer BrainBox AI’s technology services with a co-branded customer User Interface (UI). This step confirms the next phase of the key relationship, following the October 28, 2021, Series A funding announcement, wherein ABB participated as a lead investor. ABB – BrainBox AI partnership This agreement demonstrates ABB&rsquo...

GE Appliances, a Haier company, Air and Water Solutions, is set to exhibit for the first time as a new division at AHR Expo booth N8106. The division is a dedicated solutions provider of residential and light commercial water heater, water filtration, HVAC, and ductless heating and cooling solutions for professional contractors and wholesale distributors. “We’re supported by a depth of resources, including more than 600 SKUs, 298,000 square feet of new U.S. manufacturing space, and...

Even though users cannot see it, the home’s air is a part of the comfort and health. Maximizing the air quality in the home can lead to a healthier and more comfortable daily life. Air cleaners or purifiers can help boost the home’s air. Filters as part of the furnace is one way that users can improve the air quality. They can grab and hold bits of dust, dirt and other tiny floating things. UV-Light air purifiers take this air scrubbing to another level. Let’s look at how the...

The GLO UV-C disinfection upper-room fixture series from UV Resources now includes two new open-style luminaries designed to irradiate and inactivate airborne pathogens in occupied spaces with high ceilings (12-feet and taller). GLO ‘open’ fixtures The GLO ‘open’ fixtures for tall spaces direct UV energy upward and outward to create an intense zone of ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) or UV-C in the upper air. At the same time, occupants can safely go about thei...

NIBCO Inc. has announced its Wrot Racer ‘Start Me Up’ promotion to celebrate its next generation of push fittings that it recently launched. The multi-faceted promotion centers on the Wrot Racer C8 Corvette will tour the U.S., making stops at distributor locations that have qualified. The ‘Start Me Up’ promotion provides a quick and easy way for distributors to take on immediate inventory of the new Wrot Racer copper push fittings. Distributors who meet the minimum stock...

The GLO UV-C disinfection upper-room fixture series from UV Resources now includes two new open-style luminaries designed to irradiate and inactivate airborne pathogens in occupied spaces with high ceilings (12-feet and taller). The GLO ‘open’ fixtures for tall spaces direct UV energy upward and outward to create an intense zone of ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) or UV-C in the upper air. At the same time, occupants can safely go about their business in the lower portion o...

NIBCO Inc. has announced the release of its PVC Termination Vent Screens (#4818-SCRN) for high efficiency appliance lines, in residential construction. The new vent screens prevent wildlife, leaves and debris from blocking PVC exhaust vent pipes. PVC Termination Vent Screens Available in 2", 3" and 4" diameter sizes, the vent screens are easy to install by push or interference fit with PVC or ABS sockets. No solvent cement or glue is required for installation. Marilyn Morgan, the Senior Produ...

Sustainability technology company OVER launched CrossField, the most advanced sustainable filter-free air purification system, in the UK. Through CrossField technology businesses and homeowners will, for the first time, have access to the most effective and innovative air filtration system on the market, helping combat airborne viruses and bacteria, including COVID-19. 99.9% air purification effectiveness CrossField uses UV-light and electrostatic plates to capture and deactivate mi...

Johnson Controls’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), George Oliver shared his views on climate change in a recent episode of BRT TV, a series featuring the perspectives of America’s leading Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) on critical issues facing the country. In the new episode, Business Roundtable members describe the efforts of America’s job creators to address climate change and call for policies, in order to support the rapid development and deployment of cleaner...

Johnson Controls International plc (Johnson Controls), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, will present at the Cowen 43rd Annual Aerospace/Defense & Industrials Conference. Johnson Controls’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), George Oliver will participate virtually in a fireside chat, to be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. EST.

Carrier is further expanding its electrification capabilities through a new alliance with Consolidated Metco, Inc. (ConMet), adding wheel-based power generation that captures energy that otherwise would be wasted during braking events. Carrier – ConMet partnership The alliance also advances Carrier’s broader zero-emission transport refrigeration solutions, with the availability of electric options for trailer, truck, and light commercial vehicle customers before the end of 2022, he...

ABB has announced the launch of its new CP-S.1 range of primary switch mode 24 V DC power supplies that combines efficiency and reliability, with an unrivaled power-to-space ratio. With an efficiency of up to 94 percent, the CP-S.1 24/40.0 power supply is able to generate a 1.4 ton CO2 saving over a typical lifetime of ten years, when compared to a device with 92 percent efficiency. This is equivalent to the same amount of CO2 required to charge 160,000 smartphones. CP-S.1 power supplies range...

Carrier Commercial Refrigeration recently equipped a COVID-19 vaccine storage warehouse in Spain with its PowerCO2OL refrigeration system that utilizes the natural refrigerant carbon dioxide (CO2). This is the first time the sustainable, low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant is being used to preserve and protect the efficacy of critical vaccines in Spain. To further support a safe and effective cold chain, Carrier’s flagship high-capacity refrigeration racks were fitted into an e...

A renowned Missouri company has introduced the first major innovation in HVAC in nearly a 100 years, The Cocoon system. The Cocoon system, developed by Cocoon Revolution by Thermasi, relies on thermal mass heat, powered by economical electricity, in order to produce cost-effective warmth, without the safety risks and environmental concerns of natural or propane gas. The Cocoon system Named after nature’s ultimate warm and safe place, the Cocoon system is made in the USA Named after nat...