Air Ventilation News & Trends

Air duct heaters are commonly used in the HVAC industry. They provide supplementary heat to the delivered air inside an air-delivery duct. For heavy duty industrial applications, air duct heaters are a perfect choice. With high tensile strength cages and durable tubular heating elements, air duct heaters provide appropriate heating solutions to the power generation industry. Air duct heaters An air duct heater is an electric-resistant heater mounted inside an air-delivery duct. It comprises b...

AET Flexible Space signs a new distributor agreement with the Indonesian engineering and contracting company, PT Prima Solusi Jayantara. Prima Solusi Jayantara is a long-established local company with over 12 years of experience supplying and working with Chiller Control Systems, Air Conditioning, and Power Supply Systems. According to research reports, Indonesia is in a high growth region for HVACR, primarily driven by growth in the construction sector, and pioneer players are tapping into thi...

Victaulic announces the fire industry’s first Installation-Ready™ sprinkler that is ULlisted and FM-approved with the launch of its FireLock™ IGS Style V9 Sprinkler Coupling and line of FireLock™ IGS grooved sprinklers. Created to replace threads on both sprinkler outlets and sprinklers, this mechanical connection redefines sprinkler system design and installation in exposed applications, particularly the storage and warehouse market. The innovative coupling has one-bolt...

It would be great if there was always a clear-cut sign to show that one needs something like furnace repair in Loveland, CO, wouldn’t it? Well, there actually are quite a few such signs, but they may not be quite as clear as one would like. The clearest need for furnace repair would probably be a completely broken down furnace, right? Well, sure—but obviously one doesn’t want to wait for the furnace to break down entirely before they have it repaired! That’s wh...

Very few homeowners ignore the need for keeping temperatures in their homes at comfortable levels. One isn’t going to overlook the need for an effective heater when it is freezing cold outside, right? Of course not. That need is obvious. Not all needs are quite as obvious, though, even if they are equally important. For instance, the need for great indoor air quality in one’s home. Make IAQ services part of on-going HVAC services in Loveland. The problem with indoor a...

Fort Collins Heating has heating systems that can heat the homes more efficiently. Times are tough for a lot of people right now, and a little bit of improved efficiency can go a long way.  And even if a person’s finances are fine, why pay more than they should have to for their home comfort? Doesn’t make much sense, does it? Follow the tips given below to keep costs in check and enjoy more affordable heating in Loveland, CO. Use ceiling fans  If one has ceiling fan...

Eurovent has partnered up with shecco and became an official partner of the upcoming second edition of the ATMO Virtual Trade Show. The event will launch on 30 March 2021 and focuses on sustainable cooling technologies. Eurovent will be present with its own virtual booth. Attendance is free of charge. The event, designed for the global refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump industry, will take place over a 24-hour period, from 30 March 2021 10:00h (CET) to 31 March 10:00h (CET). The show...

Carrier has launched a new website specifically designed to reach small-business owners looking for indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions to improve the air in their spaces, such as offices, showrooms and meeting rooms. The website makes the OptiClean Air Scrubber and associated accessories available for direct purchase. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions.   “As many business...

After a successful trial of two seed vehicles, Petit Forestier has supplied 123 new rigid trucks into a major logistics customer, all featuring Carrier Transicold SYBERIA MT (multi-temperature) systems. The largest UK order to-date for Carrier Transicold’s powerful engineless truck refrigeration technology, the new vehicles will help to improve sustainability across the customer’s fleet. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of h...

With today’s key focus on the quality of indoor air, Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has added a new course to its highly popular ‘on demand’ HVAC and heat pump training webinars. The new course, Indoor Air Quality, is free to attend, covers the importance of indoor air quality, and how Panasonic’s nanoe X technology can assist in creating a cleaner indoor environment. nanoe X technology Since 2003, the Panasonic ‘nanoe’ technology has become pa...

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is proud announce its support for the forthcoming popular industry H&V News Virtual Safety Summit that will take place on 23rd March 2021. Mick Langford, Sales Manager for Panasonic will be speaking during the day at approx. 12:35 to 12.55, about the importance of Indoor Air Quality as we begin to exit lockdown and possible health effects. During the session Mick will look at nanoeTMX technology that provides building occupiers with an effective s...

Amen Air, Inc. and YORK Factory Direct (YORK) partnered with Building Homes for Heroes during a Welcome Home ceremony in Lutz, FL. for Army Staff Sergeant Mylee Cardenas. Cardenas joined the military following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, citing her devastation over what occurred as her inspiration to serve. US Army veteran While deployed in Afghanistan, Cardenas found a lump on her breast, but did not seek medical attention as she did not want to abandon her all-female unit and t...

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...

There is often a lot of emphasis on purchasing heating and cooling equipment that is energy-efficient – and why not? Who doesn’t want to save some of their hard-earned money by lowering their monthly energy bills? But what does energy efficiency actually mean when it comes to HVAC systems? The technicians at Chapman shed some light on efficiency ratings for all of the heating and air conditioning needs in Indianapolis. Energy-efficiency ratings play an important role in determining...

Johnson Controls, a global provider of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, introduces the new ENVIRCO IsoClean CM Portable HEPA Air Cleaning System from KOCH Filter. IsoClean CM provides the optimum combination of efficient HEPA air cleaning with multiple air changes per hour to continually improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and help minimize the spread of airborne pathogens including COVID-19. IsoClean CM comes equipped with two air filters - a MERV-8 anti-microbial prefilter to capture l...

Protecting firefighters from hazardous exhaust fumes in their stations is something that Plymovent has done for over 45 years. As the pioneer in Fire and Emergency Services vehicle exhaust extraction solutions, it is something that the company takes seriously – protecting those who protect them. So when it came to protecting the actors who play firefighters and the other cast members of the well-known Tacoma FD TV, it was no different! Tacoma FD TV show For 3 seasons now, the Tacoma FD...

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...

Johnson Controls, a global provider of smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced it has joined The Climate Pledge, a commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism. Signatories of the 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. Johnson Controls is one of 53 organizations that have now signed the Pledge, and the move comes hot on the heels of the company’s announcement...

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...

Carrier Global Corporation, a renowned global provider of healthy, safe, and sustainable building and cold chain solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its new BluEdge service platform for Carrier and CIAT heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in Europe. The tiered BluEdgservice platform is designed to meet unique customer requirements and keep equipment running efficiently throughout the product lifecycle. Long-term collaboration is the basis of exceptional servi...

SO Energy’s mission is to enable customers to achieve net zero carbon emissions. They want to make a greener future accessible to everyone, and they’re working on a number of ways to get closer to that goal. One of these ways is by installing solar panels and home batteries to turn customers’ homes into mini generators, generating what is currently the greenest electricity available. Support to scrap VAT on Low and Zero Carbon Products As part of this, SO Energy has long bee...

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...

Johnson Controls, a global provider of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is leading the charge on sustainable manufacturing with its continued commitment to green energy. The company’s 1.3 million square-foot HVAC manufacturing plant in Wichita, KS, is now powered by 100 percent wind energy. The plant manufactures residential heating and air conditioning equipment for the YORK, Luxaire, Coleman, and Champion brands. With this switch to renewable energy, the plant’s electric...

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, professional plumbers across the land will be celebrated on World Plumbing Day. While this year may look a little different, the critical worker status of plumbing and heating engineers has changed the way that many now view the industry. In the face of a global pandemic, it is those in the trade who have manned the frontlines, risking contact with COVID-19 virus, in a bid to keep the public safe and warm in their homes. World Plumbing Day Initiated by the World P...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has announced that the company leadership will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the 2021 Citi Global Industrials Conference. They will speak at 11:20 AM ET on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Global Industrials Conference The live webcast of the 2021 Citi Global Industrials Conference will be accessible on the Trane Technologies official website, under the investor relations section. An archive of the webcast will be available 30 days follo...

ROCKWOOL has made selecting the optimum thickness of HVAC insulation quicker and easier, with the launch of ROCK-EQ, a new online calculator. Purpose designed for mechanical engineers, consultants, and insulation installers, ROCK-EQ produces detailed, project-specific calculation reports and recommendations in a matter of minutes. The new tool provides extensive calculation options. Users simply enter basic information about their specific site conditions and HVAC system, and ROCK-EQ calculates...