Air Handling Units News & Trends

Exotec®︎, a global warehouse robotics provider, announced that First Supply, the largest Wisconsin-based wholesaler of HVAC, Builder, Plumbing, Lighting, Waterworks, Industrial PVF, Pump, Well, and Septic supplies, has partnered with Exotec to install cutting-edge warehouse robotics at its new 308,000-square-foot distribution center in Western Wisconsin. improving productivity Like many companies experiencing strong growth, First Supply was challenged with changing its operating model...

The University of East London (UEL) has reduced its carbon emissions by 10 percent from its 2020/21 baseline to 2022/23 in the first phase of its new net zero strategy, putting the organization on track to achieve its 2030 net-zero target.  UEL partnered with technology company - Siemens to develop the strategy, which included a roadmap to reduce carbon emissions across the university’s campuses in the London Docklands and Stratford, which are home to 25,000 students.  The firs...

Both originating in Japan, Daikin and Mitsubishi are currently neck and neck as market leaders in the air conditioning industry. From split systems to reverse cycle ducted, they continue to push the boundaries of innovation, efficiency, and everyday functionality.  If users have been searching for the perfect air conditioning system and need additional info on Mitsubishi or Daikin, we’re here to help! This blog will draw a comprehensive comparison between each brand, as well as how t...

Marcone, a North American distributor of home and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool and spa repair parts and equipment, announced a new partnership with local commerce platform - DoorDash to offer nationwide on-demand parts delivery. Same-day delivery Same-day delivery in under an hour, on average is available via DoorDash Drive, DoorDash’s white-label fulfillment platform that powers direct delivery for businesses. The option allows technicians to continue wo...

SMS Environmental is excited to announce the release of the new white paper, 'Advancing Legionella Management: The Benefits of Transitioning from Manual to Remote Temperature Monitoring', which delves into the crucial topic of temperature control within water systems and its impact on Legionella bacteria. For those who don't know, Legionella bacteria is responsible for Legionnaires' disease, a potentially deadly form of pneumonia, making effective control measures a top priority for public heal...

EllisDon, a global construction and building services company, announces a new partnership between its Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division and J2 Innovations, a platform provider for smart buildings, smart equipment, and the Internet of Things (IoT).  FIN Framework The collaboration will see EllisDon utilize J2 Innovations’ FIN Framework, a flexible open software framework, enabling original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create automation and IoT applica...

The Victorian Energy Upgrade or ‘VEU’ Program is a statewide initiative designed to help home and business owners make the switch from gas to electric. In case users haven’t heard, a nationwide push is underway to gradually reduce our reliance on gas, as well as invest in more energy-efficient forms of heating and cooling.  VEU Government rebate Although a gas ban has been introduced for new builds, the VEU Government rebate is in place to ease the financial burden...

Renowned heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier - TG Lynes is celebrating an impressive year-on-year carbon reduction of 14%. A combination of improvements to its Enfield headquarters and further investment in green vehicles has helped the business smash its 12-month carbon-saving targets. TG Lynes has introduced more electric and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) vehicles to its fleet over the last year, while the expanded sensor lighting system operating through its head office...

CASPR (Continuous Air and Surface Pathogen Reduction) Technologies, a pioneer in advanced air and surface purification solutions, introduced its new HVAC division, which will build manufacturing partnerships and sales networks to bring CASPR’s innovative disinfection technology to multiple industries.  CASPR's natural catalytic converter technology uses safe levels of gaseous hydrogen peroxide to continuously disinfect air and surfaces, providing an additional layer of protection aga...

Nearly two dozen efficiency programs are helping builders and designers construct growing numbers of new homes and buildings that can produce at least as much energy as they consume or be modified to do so in the future. If the United States is to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions, users need new homes and buildings to minimize energy use and emissions. A new ACEEE white paper identifies 22 programs advancing zero-energy, zero-carbon, or zero-energy-ready buildings, including 14 resi...

Danfoss is excited to announce the release of their brand new BIM Tool, a software service solution that empowers their customers and stakeholders to leverage Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance project efficiency and collaboration. BIM is digitalizing the way buildings and HVAC projects are designed, constructed, and operated. It enables users to create virtual models that contain all the essential data about a building, from architectural plans to mechanical systems. benefits for...

Installing an AC system requires understanding installation timeframes. Factors like unit selection, permits, and scheduling affect the process. Different AC types have varying installation times, from a few hours for window units to several days for central systems. Understanding these timeframes helps with planning, budgeting, and minimizing disruption.  AC installation timeframes If the user is thinking of installing an air conditioning (AC) system on the property, the user...

Johnson Controls., a pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the expansion of the award-winning YORK® Sun™ Premier commercial rooftop unit (RTU) portfolio with new 90–150-ton units. Designed for office buildings, hospitals, and schools, the Premier RTUs, reduce carbon emissions and drive sustainability while reducing operational and maintenance costs. Premier RTUs With a full portfolio ranging from 25-150 tons, the Premier RTUs exceed the Department of...

ZED PODS Limited is one of 252 organizations nationally to be recognized with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced on Monday 6 May, ZED PODS Limited has been recognized for its excellence in the Sustainable Development award category for pushing the boundaries of sustainability in design, location, land use, and social inclusion for the UK public sector. A total of 257 Awards are made with five companies being recognised with two Awards. sustainable development ZED PODS...

Midea, the world's largest producer of major appliances and an innovator in the HVAC industry, announced the launch of its EVOX G3 heat pump system. This latest generation of the EVOX series, featuring the EVOX G3 Heat Pump and EVOX G3 Air Handling Unit (AHU), represents the future of electric, inverter-driven heat pump technology as the solution for home heating and cooling upgrades, designed to deliver unparalleled heating/cooling comfort, performance and ease of installation across North Ame...

Daikin Applied, a renowned global commercial and industrial HVAC manufacturer, has announced plans for the construction of a new energy-efficient manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico. In partnership with its subsidiary Alliance Air Products, the San Diego-based major in custom air-handling equipment design and manufacturing, Daikin Applied is expanding its manufacturing capabilities to support sustainable data center growth across North America. HVAC and CRAH equipment The new 460,000-sq...

Pascal, a startup developing high-efficiency climate-friendly heat pumps, air conditioners, and refrigerators based on solid refrigerants introduced its novel technology and announced it has raised an $8 million seed round led by Engine Ventures, with Khosla Ventures and previous investor Blindspot Ventures participating. The funding will be used to productize Pascal’s low-pressure, solid refrigerant-based system, conforming to commercial HVAC specifications. The company will also use the...

Convoy of Hope is an international nonprofit based in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1994 by Hal Donaldson, the humanitarian organization strives to feed the world and end intergenerational poverty. Programs include training and equipping local farmers to create food security, feeding more than 533,000 children every school day worldwide, U.S. and international disaster response, and empowering women as entrepreneurs and in the workforce. Since its founding, Convoy of Hope has served mo...

Tucked into the rolling hills of northern Kentucky just 15 miles south of bustling Cincinnati, the city of Independence offers its 28,000 residents access to urban amenities in a picturesque, rural setting. The landscape is dotted with farmhouses, but one 200-year-old home on a sprawling 150-acre property has a unique story.  Originally a log cabin in the 1700s, the house has been transformed over the centuries, with structural elements, updates, and modern comforts added along t...

Based in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania, Zook Cabins designs and builds custom park model homes for people who prioritize comfort while enjoying minimalist living. Park model homes include both rustic, prefabricated log cabins and sleek, modern tiny houses, each offering customized floorplans utilizing quality materials and skilled Amish workmanship. Zook stands out from its competitors by prioritizing quality and customization for homeowners. efficient cabin-buying experience Matt Meshey, lea...

ATMOsphere, the publisher of NaturalRefrigerants.com, has finalized the program for the ATMOsphere (ATMO) America Summit 2024 on natural refrigerant-based cooling and heating, with sessions on refrigeration and heat pump case studies, end users, market trends, project funding, training, PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and policy; famed environmental attorney Robert Bilott will deliver the keynote.  13th ATMO America This 13th annual edition of ATMO America will be held Monday,...

Friedrich Air Conditioning, a major U.S. manufacturer of premium HVAC solutions, welcomes Greater Northwest Reps as the company’s newest manufacturers’ representation group. The strategic alliance between these two industry leaders will significantly increase Friedrich’s distribution network, encompassing five new states including Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.  Greater Northwest Reps Greater Northwest Reps will leverage its extensive network to call up...

Friedrich Air Conditioning, a major U.S. manufacturer of premium HVAC solutions, welcomes Greater Northwest Reps as the company’s newest manufacturers’ representation group. The strategic alliance between these two industry leaders will significantly increase Friedrich’s distribution network, encompassing five new states, including Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.  efficiency, quality, and innovation Commercial customers in the Northwest region can...

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is on track to save more than $190,000 per year after recently completing 44 energy efficiency projects through Ameren Missouri’s BizSavers program. In addition to the annual savings in electric and operating costs, these upgrades project to save the school district 1.94 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity annually. energy efficiency upgrades “Ameren Missouri worked closely with us to identify smart investments that will ultimately l...

CAREL and SECO S.p.A., major provider of end-to-end technological solutions for industrial digitalization, have signed an agreement to develop a new solution to support the digital transformation of the infrastructures in the segments where CAREL operates. powerful supervision system CAREL and SECO have started the design of an innovative and powerful supervision system, a fundamental device for controlling refrigeration and air conditioning processes, allowing real-time data collection and re...

Eurovent has released its 2024-2029 Manifesto, which means to unlock the potential of the European HVACR industry to contribute to a sustainable future, quality of life, decarbonization, and sustainable growth and employment in Europe. Eurovent Manifesto The Eurovent Manifesto rests on three essential recommendation pillars to policymakers from the European Commission, European Parliament, and 27 Member States for the 2024-2029 legislative term. Frictionless Single Market Firstly, Eurove...

With the rising energy costs and more extreme weather patterns, it's more important than ever to have an energy-efficient home. But where do users start? Look no further than an energy audit. What is an energy audit? An energy audit is a comprehensive evaluation that will identify areas where energy is being wasted and provide recommendations for improvements that will have the biggest impact on the home's efficiency. Not only will the user be able to pinpoint where the energy dollars are go...

The Filtration Division of power management company - Eaton, has launched its line of WPL spin-on filters that protect pumps, valves, compressors, and hydraulic systems from contamination, as per ISO 2941, ISO 3723, and ISO 2942 standards. The filters are designed to provide one of the highest cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems, featuring cartridges that are engineered to fit into many leading filter systems on the market. They help provide trouble-free operations for power generation, oi...

Innodisk, a global pioneer in AI solutions, has taken a pivotal step forward in environmental sustainability with the launch of its latest innovation, the 'iCAP Air' air quality management solution. This solution empowers businesses worldwide to enhance air quality, sustainability, and human health. Additionally, businesses can benefit from monthly AI-generated air quality data reports, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making. Air quality management solution Leveraging its ex...

TSI Incorporated, a pioneer in data-driven solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of the TSI OmniTrak™ Solution – a game-changer in the areas of occupational and industrial hygiene investigation surveys, and indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments for hospitals, schools, and other indoor environments. This ecosystem - comprised of a handheld device, interchangeable modules, and reporting software - which was introduced earlier this year, now has six additional modules available...