Air Handling Units News & Trends

Delta T Equipment has been selected as the EVAPCO, Inc. representative in the Southeast Texas commercial HVAC and light industrial markets. EVAPCO, Inc. is a manufacturing company with global resources and solutions for worldwide heat transfer applications. Delta T Equipment will now add evaporative coolers and cooling towers to their extensive product line. Bringing better solutions EVAPCO Vice President of North America Sales Jamie Facius applauds the core values that drive Delta T Equ...

NGH, a major manufacturer of HVAC equipment, announced Tom Barrow Company (TBCo), Atlanta, as the manufacturer’s representative for all Reznor branded HVAC products in Florida. The agreement also calls for TBCo to represent Reznor engineered products in Georgia. TBCo’s Florida presence TBCo’s expansive Florida coverage will also be instrumental in maintaining the brand’s aftermarket parts sales TBCo’s Florida presence includes offices in Jacksonville, Orlando, T...

Continental Fan’s AIB Belt Drive Tubeaxial Fans provide aerodynamically efficient performance, with airflow capacities ranging to 54,000 cfm. The rugged fan housing is constructed of heavy-duty welded steel and angle ring flanges, and is available in diameters from 12″ through 60″. The AIB features a spark-resistant, cast aluminum airfoil axial impeller, and has an extensive line of options & accessories to compliment it. Features of AIB Belt Drive Tubeaxial Fans Followi...

‘Co-create climate for life’ is Viessmann’s trade fair motto this year. As a solution provider for the entire living space, this family business has the right products, platforms, digital and other services to tackle global warming, together with its specialist partners. This year, Viessmann will introduce numerous innovations to market whose development is in no small way attributable to its partners. Based on surveys, joint workshops, discussions, and many interviews, expert...

Daikin confirmed its presence at ISH 21, the world’s foremost trade fair for HVAC and water, which will be held virtually from March 22nd until March 26th. Daikin is happy to e-meet new stakeholders, present new products, including two world premieres, and stress the importance of sustainability in HVAC during the fair. Daikin will do this by presenting a series of high-quality and unique webinars throughout the week about various topics such as the renovation wave, indoor air quality...

Danfoss has expanded the capabilities of Turbocor® compressors TTS and TGS with a higher saturated suction temperature (SST) operating range — helping OEMs bring the benefits of oil-free technology to data centers operating at higher temperatures. Allowances for data center cooling temperatures have risen steadily in recent years, thanks to new server technology allowing them to operate at higher space temperatures — giving operators greater flexibility to benefit from lower pow...

Greenheck’s HBT-221 rectangular bubble-tight damper is available in larger sizes up to 48 in. x 52 in. in a single section. This allows larger openings to be filled with one pre-engineered damper to provide zero leakage rather than a multi-section assembly that can add a significant amount of pressure to the system. In addition, larger-size HBT-221 dampers can be configured with a single actuator versus two actuators found in a multi-section damper assembly. mechanically fastened blade...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association welcomes Michael McDavid and Clint Orr to its Board of Directors. Michael McDavid Michael holds Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) and Certified Ventilation Inspector (CVI) certifications As General Manager of Professional Abatement & Remediation Technologies (PART-LLC) in Fenton, MO, Michael McDavid has been in the HVAC system cleaning industry for nearly 20 yea...

Global climate innovator - Trane Technologies, through its strategic brand - Trane®, has joined forces with indoor air quality monitoring, reporting, and ventilation management company Aircuity® to provide automated, data-based indoor air quality monitoring and management solutions for building owners. energy efficiency The integrated Trane and Aircuity system, available in the United States of America (USA) and Canada, collects critical data about a building’s air quality and au...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, is pleased to announce the hiring of Tom Overs as vice president, residential business. Tom's experience  Before joining METUS, Overs spent 18 years with Lennox International and affiliated companies, serving in continually advancing roles including product manager, district manager, general manager, and vice president of Heatc...

Somerset powerhouse Hinkley Point B has been given permission to restart generating low-carbon energy. EDF has invested £3m over the past year in 2020 upgrading the Somerset plant while detailed assessments have been completed on the graphite in the nuclear reactors. On March 17, 2021, the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has given the green light to bring the plant back online. Power generation approval Peter Evans, Station Director of Hinkley Point B, said, “Our core pur...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), the provider of Zoned Comfort Solutions® and the foremost supplier of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heating and cooling systems, recently honored seven distributors with Diamond Service Group (DSG) Distributor of the Year Awards for outstanding performance. The Mitsubishi Electric DSG network comprises more than 300 technical service support professionals employed by distributors in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. DSG members ser...

Innovative active air purification technology, manufactured by globally renowned HVAC and IAQ technology solutions firm, RGF Environmental Group, Inc., has become the only commercial product validated by third-party testing to confirm actual airborne inactivation of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus by as much as 99.96%. active air purification technology Distributed and installed in the United Kingdom via renowned HVAC specialists, Better Indoors, the RGF active air purification technology was...

ROCKWOOL has unveiled a new HVAC Resource Hub to help designers and engineers select insulation products for HVAC settings. The online area features a wealth of technical literature, CPD learning modules and useful specification calculators helping users balance air quality versus thermal, acoustic and fire performance. HVAC Resource Hub Within the new HVAC Resource Hub, which can be accessed on the company’s official website, specifiers will find a comprehensive suite of tools to help o...

The launch of the lower GWP R-32 VRV 5 system marked an important step in the company’s roadmap to reduce CO2 emissions in light commercial and residential air-conditioning applications. Daikin reveals how its advanced Shîrudo technology supports the full flexibility of VRV and ensures compliance with the product-specific standards. There are two key standards governing the use of refrigerants in heat pumps; the generic EN378:2016 and the specific IEC60335-2-40:Ed.6. Given that IEC6...

American Coolair Corp. introduces its mixed flow fan with a direct drive motor. The MXFD combines the high volume flow capabilities of an axial fan and the pressure capabilities of a centrifugal fan. Designed to meet ducted fan needs both economically and efficiently, these fans operate reliably in most environments, including contaminated air. Combined with a VFD, variable frequency drive, the speed of the fan can be changed to match the performance required. less maintenance, long life...

Most homes built in the United States are designed with vented attics. But why do attics need ventilation? Users might be surprised to learn that a properly ventilated attic does a lot more than let a little air in and out. No matter, if the user lives in Florida, Minnesota, a new home, or an old one, a properly ventilated attic, is a must. Here are three convincing reasons why. Cuts Energy Costs In warm climates or during the summer months, excess heat builds up in the attic. On a 9...

Underfloor air conditioning systems and HVAC systems pioneer, AET Flexible Space, has announced that the company won the title of ‘Retrofit Project of the Year’, at the H&V News Awards 2020, for its work supplying its HVAC system for the refurbishment of the 24 St James Square building, in London, United Kingdom. Underfloor AC system installation The judges commented that the project was ‘an innovative use of building services, which addressed the challenge of a historic...

Humidity is the number of water molecules in the air around. Humidity level influences health. The average indoor humidity norm in summer is about 60% and in winter is about 40%. Scientists' researches show that the humidity level outdoors is not always in these norms and cannot control that. But as we spent at least 12 hours per day at home, we should monitor indoor air humidity.  Why is it essential to control humidity?  If indoor humidity falls below this mark in the hot season,...

R-22 is a poisonous gas. It is colorless, odorless, which makes it even more dangerous for human beings. The intoxication with such gas can badly affect the heart, liver, and lungs. It also can cause convulsions. If this gas is heated, the more dangerous chemical gases are produced. One of such gases, phosgene, was used in WWI as a chemical weapon. R-22 is also known as Freon. It was used in conditioners, fridges, and cars. This gas’ mass production is believed to be one of the Global War...

Eurovent Product Group Air Handling Units’ (PG-AHU) has published the first edition of Eurovent Recommendation 6/15 – Air Leakages in Air Handling Units. The recommendation presents guidelines for improving Indoor Air Quality and correcting the performance of Air Handling Units due to internal leakages. Eurovent Recommendation 6/15 is the first comprehensive publication that gives an in-depth overview of the issue of air leakages in Air Handling Units, including: Explanation of l...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has announced that it has joined The Climate Pledge, a commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism. Signatories of The Climate Pledge commit to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of the goal set out in the United Nations' Paris Climate Agreement. The Climate Pledge Johnson Controls is one of 53 organizations that have now signed The Climate Pledge and the mov...

Innovative home appliances, consumer electronics, solar panels and HVAC technologies from LG Electronics are delivering high performance, unparalleled home connectivity, enhanced convenience, and energy efficiency to The New American Home (TNAH) and The New American Remodel (TNAR), the official show homes of the 2021 International Builders' Show virtual experience (IBSx). The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) chose LG as Platinum Partner for the show's two featured "Net Zero" homes i...

Moffitt Corporation has announced that they are ready to launch three new products into the industrial and commercial marketplace. These products complement the Moffitt message of Natural Ventilation Solutions, as they each promote a better work environment, by reducing temperatures, reducing the need for maintenance, and reducing the roof load on customers’ buildings. These products were developed by listening to customer feedback and through a focus on manufacturing sophistication. Mat...

Motili, a globally renowned provider of property and HVAC technology solutions, has announced that effective immediately the company will begin offering Clean Comfort Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) products with every installation and repair job at multi-family, tenant-occupied properties. Clean Comfort IAQ products Motili’s decision to offer Clean Comfort IAQ products is in response to growing industry need. Tenant demand for indoor air quality purification and products has increased signific...

Some people don’t know that poor indoor air quality can be dangerous to their health. However, the reality is that indoor air can contain harmful contaminants that lead to health problems. Fragrances, pet dander, household cleaners, and dust are some examples of indoor pollutants that often appear when a home air quality test is performed. Improving indoor air quality (IAQ) Since people spend most of their time indoors, it would be wise to keep the indoor air clean for a comfortable envi...

High rise buildings and skyscrapers increasingly dominate skylines all over the world; London for example has around 450 skyscrapers planned for the next few years. They have the ability to spearhead regeneration and provide inspiration through changing the focal nature of a skyline. In this article, AET Flexible Space discusses the merits of adopting underfloor air conditioning in tall buildings, drawing from examples from Hong Kong and China. Maintaining Design balance  The term &ldquo...

The Transport Salaried Staff’s Association (TSSA) have just completed a fit-out of their new headquarters space on the second floor of 17 Devonshire Square, London. The 22,461 sq. ft. building is located in a prominent corner position within the square, and was fully refurbished with underfloor air conditioning to overcome severe slab to slab restrictions as part of major “cut and carve” works in early 2017. State Of The Art Services The building, described as a subtle blend...

One of the leading providers of underfloor air conditioning systems, AET Flexible Space, has won their first order from Australia, for the supply of their leading underfloor air conditioning equipment for the new build development of the Warilla Library located in the Wollongong area of New South Wales, Australia. The new build library with upgraded facilities was proposed as part of the Shellharbour Council Libraries & Museum Strategy 2014. The existing facility was constructed in 196...

The six-floor property offers both retail and office accommodation and was acquired by Royal London Asset Management from Development Securities for £8.85million. The 16,311 sq. ft. building has been stripped back to the core and undergone a full redevelopment, including redesigned windows and a vibrant new green brick façade to grant more architectural definition and visual interest from the street. M&E Consultant, MTT specified the mechanical services design for the refurbis...