Air Handling Units News & Trends

Trane® – by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announces that energy-saving infrastructure upgrades are underway at the Northern Illinois University (NIU) campus in DeKalb, Ill. Trane, a pioneer in building and energy solutions, is collaborating with the university to develop and implement a comprehensive energy-saving and emissions-reduction program. energy-saving solutions Over the course of the next 18 months, Trane and NIU will upgrade the DeKalb campus with compreh...

The air treatment units from DECACLIMA's GC series have been certified by Eurovent with the TB1 category, the highest-rated factor for thermal bridging according to the EN 1886 standard. Achieving the TB1 category reflects DECACLIMA's commitment to innovation and reinforces its ability to undertake projects requiring high-performance, cutting-edge equipment.  TB1 category The thermal bridging factor, assessed for the TB1 category, measures the maximum temperature difference between the i...

RUSAL, the world’s largest aluminum producer, highlighted its contributions to reducing carbon emissions both domestically and globally during the Carbon Digital Conference 2024, held on December 9-11. global climate goals The conference brought together pioneering experts from around the world to foster networking, exchange insights, and explore collaborative initiatives aimed at addressing the pressing challenges of the evolving carbon economy. By highlighting regional expertise and f...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing - specialist Nuaire has released a new CIBSE-approved CPD: An Introduction to Passivhaus. CIBSE-approved CPD The CPD, which is aimed at the commercial market, focuses on the principles that define a Passivhaus and its ventilation criteria; the benefits of Passivhaus, especially about net zero; along with a comprehensive understanding of the Passivhaus certification process.  The CPD can be delivered in-person or online by Nuaire ventilatio...

Danfoss Drives’ Hannes Leichtfried has been elected to serve on the National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) Board of Governors. NEMA announced the election of three new board members and three new officers on November 13, following its 2024 Annual Meeting. Hannes Leichtfried  Hannes Leichtfried, an industry veteran and current Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Danfoss Drives in North America, brings nearly 30 years of experience in electrification to th...

Teknotherm to deliver the HVAC system to the new Ocean Energy Support Vessel (OESV) to Gondan Shipbuilders. For this new state-of-the-art vessel for Østensjø Rederi, Teknotherm Marine will deliver the most advanced HVAC system they have ever delivered. Cabin Management System In addition to a full Thermal Energy Management system (TEMS), including heat pump function and absorption chiller, Teknotherm will also deliver a full Cabin Management System. The Cabin Management System...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of the YORK® YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller designed to deliver high-efficiency performance, meet stringent sustainability standards, and aid in the decarbonization of large commercial buildings. YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller Available in 2,000 to 3,000 tons, it is optimized specifically for the use of the ultra-low GWP refrigerant R-1234ze(E) without requiring a larger chiller footprint or sacri...

Marcone, a renowned North American distributor of residential and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool/spa repair parts and equipment, recently sponsored the annual Guns 'N Hoses fundraising event. Held on November 27 at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, the event is a fundraiser for Backstoppers, which supports the families of fallen or injured first responders. Guns 'N Hoses event Marcone is a longtime sponsor of the Guns 'N Hoses fundraising event The annual event rai...

Mega Clima Nigeria: 8th International Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Exhibition, which is organized by Elan Expo, will be held on 20-22 May 2025 at Landmark Center, Lagos, Nigeria. Mega Clima Expo is on the Stage in Lagos, Nigeria, for the 8th Time. Elan Expo is in Lagos again with its worldwide HVAC Shows brand Mega Clima Expo; 8th Mega Clima Nigeria Expo on 20-22 May 2025 with the product line of Ventilation & Air Conditioning Systems And Equipments, Heating Systems And Equipments,...

RUSAL, one of the world’s largest aluminum producers, has achieved a historic milestone. It has successfully conducted the first-ever preheating and start-up of an aluminum reduction cell using inert anodes. This groundbreaking aluminum electrolysis technology, which emits oxygen instead of greenhouse gases, represents a significant leap forward in sustainable aluminum production. inert anode technology RUSAL announced a significant achievement in scaling inert anode technology marking...

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced the xStorage™ battery energy storage system (BESS) to accelerate decarbonization projects and maximize the impact of onsite renewables. By providing the ability to strategically dispatch stored energy and operate independently from the electric grid, the solution can help communities and businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions and maintain power during utility outages.   xStorage BESS Energy storage is th...

Warren Controls, a manufacturer of control valves and specialty fluid handling products, has announced updates to its ValveWorks® program aimed at improving the sizing and selection process for globe and rotary control valves by the ISA 75.01 international standard. The latest revision introduces a new interface that aligns with the ARI brand identity and includes several functional improvements. Users can now assign a quote number on the Project Edit page, utilizing an alpha-numeric text f...

Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric, Florida’s foremost indoor comfort provider, continues its expansion across Florida with the acquisition of Colman Heating & Air. Del-Air serves Volusia and Flagler counties including Daytona, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa, New Smyrna, Ormond Beach, and Palm Coast. Colman Heating & Air Since opening in 1980, Colman Heating & Air has been a provider of home comfort along Florida’s Space Coast. Located in Titusvil...

Ahead of Utility Scam Awareness Day on Nov. 20, Ameren is reminding residential and business customers not to let their guard down during the busy holiday season. Customers should remain scam-aware and know how to spot common utility scam tactics. United Against Scams campaign Utility companies worldwide partner to promote this United Against Scams campaign to raise awareness and educate customers, so they do not fall victim to scams. The holiday season is often a busy time that includes fa...

IAF is pleased to announce that the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has joined IAF as an Association Member. It welcomes GSTC to IAF Association Membership and looks forward to a productive collaboration with our GSTC colleagues.

The 2024 Carrier Controls Expert Expo concluded recently in Savannah, Georgia, marking a milestone event for Carrier Controls Experts across the nation. Held from October 27th to October 30th, 2024's Expo, themed "The Next Level," focused on empowering their Controls Experts with innovative strategies to elevate their businesses using Carrier Controls. Over 290 attendees from 11 countries were present. Carrier Corporation is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent...

Starting from early November 2024, Marino Tanas has joined CAREL as the new Regional CEO – Western Europe. This appointment highlights the Group's commitment to enhancing customer service and promptly addressing the needs of an ever-evolving European market. New responsibilities Tanas, with extensive experience in leadership and management roles within the industry, will oversee CAREL’s operations in its subsidiaries located in Italy, Spain, France, the United Kingdom, German...

Fieldpiece Instruments, the manufacturer of HVACR tools and test instruments, announced the acquisition of its Australian master distributor, Fieldpiece Australia, based outside of Sydney. The acquisition establishes a direct corporate presence in Australia and a foundation for further expansion in the Asia-Pacific region. Fieldpiece Australia Since 2001, Steve and Vicki Hartelust have owned and operated Fieldpiece Australia and had tremendous success introducing, positioning, and growing the...

Marcone, North America's renowned distributor for appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts, announced that veteran customers and employees alike were invited into the U.S. branches of its HVAC division in honor of their service. Servicemen and servicewomen were provided with treats and a show of gratitude in honor of Veteran's Day, with employees given special recognition internally and on social media. Veteran employees of Marcone Appliance Parts also were recogniz...

Carrier Global Corporation, the global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, was awarded the World Environment Center's (WEC) 40th Annual Gold Medal for International Corporate Achievement in Sustainable Development. Past award winners of the global competition include Microsoft, Walmart, IBM, and Starbucks. commitment to sustainability "Carrier is honored to be recognized by the prestigious World Environment Center for our progress and commitment to sustainability," said Carri...

Jobber, the provider of home service software, today released its latest Home Service Economic Report: 2024 Q3. The report features expert insights and proprietary data aggregated from more than 250,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and more, who run their businesses using Jobber. data findings The U.S. Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cuts are already showing early signs of impact on consumer spending, bringing cautious optimism for the ho...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, and Autodesk, Inc., a global pioneer in building information modeling (BIM) technology for the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), and operations industry, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at optimizing commercial building design for sustainability. AI-assisted design exploration This innovative cross-industry collaboration seeks to simplify the user experience and enable AI-assisted design exploration by integrating Tran...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a major provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate. As cold weather approaches, APM Steam urges facilities to prepare their steam systems...

Rubber World Industry LLC, a globally renowned manufacturer of rubber insulation products, is pleased to announce its participation in the Big 5 Expo 2024, where it will unveil its latest Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)-approved product line, including the widely recognized Gulf-O-Flex brand. This marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, innovation, and global expansion. Rubber World Industry is proud to be the nonpareil EPD-approved HVAC&...

Rubber World Industry LLC, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality insulation products, is excited to announce that it will be showcasing its latest range of acoustic insulation solutions during the Big 5 Expo 2024, which is set to take place from 26th – 29th November, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, UAE. The Big 5 Expo, recognized as the largest and most influential construction event in the Middle East, provides an ideal platform for industries to introduce the...

Delta, a global pioneer in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, will debut at SC24 with its broad spectrum of energy-efficient power, thermal management, and infrastructure solutions for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) data centers. Unique features of the showcase include highly innovative liquid cooling plate systems and the 1.5 MW Coolant Distribution Unit (CDU), cutting-edge ORV3 power shelf systems, and high-performance power and cooling solutions for...

Resideo Technologies, a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, safety, and security, announced the First Alert® VISTA® H Series, a full-service, scalable security system designed for residential and light-commercial security installations. Unveiled at its CONNECT 2024 Customer Event, the new VISTA H Series builds on the dependability customers trust from Resideo's existing VISTA Platform and delivers a flexible solution that can easily integrate with the lates...

SODECA has announced, on European Radon Day, the launch of a new micro-learning session focused on ventilation solutions to mitigate radon concentrations in indoor spaces. The session will take place on Tuesday, 19th November, at 11 a.m. (UTC/GMT +1), online, with free registration available for anyone interested. The session will be led by Carlos Martínez, an Environmental Engineer and Head of Training and Knowledge Transfer at SODECA.  microlearning sessions SODECA’s micro...

Blended Products, experts in specialty chemicals and gases, has become a distributor of Delta-T, an advanced surfactant that significantly enhances the efficiency of water-based heating and cooling systems. Delta-T Delta-T is a liquid additive, utilizing a patented formula developed by chemicals firm SafeSol following 15 years of research. It works by reducing the surface tension of water, which allows water within a heating or cooling system to reach a much greater surface area of heat...

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...