Air Ventilation News & Trends
Engineers, architects and specifiers can now look to MasterSpec for assistance when specifying ‘aire’ curtains by Powered Aire Inc. into their projects. This alliance complements Powered Aire’s goal to provide readily accessible information to a fast-paced design world that thrives not only on product performance but ease in acquiring the elements that design professionals need. Powered Aire Inc. information, including complete product descriptions, photos, links to data pages...
Panasonic has introduced its most advanced Etherea VKE series to date. The new VKE models boast the highest energy class, A+++ in heating and A+++ in cooling, of any Etherea range so far. With a slim and elegant design, plus new nanoe X air purifying technology and built-in WLAN connection - the VKE models provide a stylish and more intelligent air conditioning solution. Available in a range of capacities, there’s an Etherea model that suits every space. The highlight of the VKE series in...
Danfoss is headed to China Ref 2019. Danfoss is looking forward to 4 days of seeing and sharing exciting new technologies, trends, and innovative ideas. As a pioneer in energy efficiency, Danfoss China will unite three business segments — Cooling, Heating, and Drives — at the 30th annual China Refrigeration Exhibition (CR2019), which will take place at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 9th to 12th. Cutting Edge Industry Information The Danfoss booth can be foun...
With fan energy index (FEI) beginning to replace fan efficiency grade (FEG) as the metric used for fan-efficiency provisions in model and state energy codes and standards, Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the publication of AMCA Advocacy Brief, Fan Energy Index, a multimedia document aimed at code officials and others considering proposals to convert FEG provisions to FEI. Online Educational Modules Produced in partnership with Colorado State University...
CoolAutomation announces its plans for a major expansion of its global presence with the appointment to its management team of several seasoned key executives: Yaron Benvenisti as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Koen Pepermans as EVP Global Sales and Business Development, Roy Muchtar as VP Products and Adam Itshar as Head of Cloud Software. Home automation professionals Igor Mitbarg, Co-founder and the company’s new EVP Customer Success: “We have been fortunate sin...
Heatmiser is market renowned in the manufacture of underfloor heating thermostats. Their thermostat series include manual dial type, digital programmable and models that provide full app control of the underfloor heating system. This extensive range ensures there are options available for all customers. Underfloor heating thermostats Their underfloor heating thermostats are used by many of the United Kingdom’s underfloor heating manufacturers Their underfloor heating thermostats are use...
Victaulic celebrates a century of innovation - 100 years since it was granted its first industry patent for mechanical pipe joining solutions. On its Centennial ‘Innoversary’, the company continues to develop and patent ground-breaking technologies, with a current portfolio of more than 2,000 patented solutions that transform the building and industrial construction industries, while driving new industry standards in performance and safety. The Victaulic coupling On April 4, in 19...
Porex, a globally-renowned company in the field of advanced porous solutions and member of the Filtration Group, has won a Bronze Edison Award in the medical category for its FORTRESS Pipette Tip Filter. In its 32nd year, the annual Edison Awards honors the best in innovation and excellence in the development of new products and services. FORTRESS pipette tip filter The FORTRESS pipette tip filter, used in liquid handling for analytical, clinical and blood transfusion medicine markets, is a ma...
Filtration Group Corporation has announced the expansion of their product line of self-supported pleat air filters with the release of the MERV 10 AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X. AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X The new AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X was engineered to improve indoor air quality while having an equal or better total cost of ownership compared to traditional MERV 8 pleated filters on the market currently. Its design incorporates an increased air particle removal rate that captures 2.5x more airborne irritants...
Heatmiser features two models in their range of neoHub Mini Series Thermostats. Their neoHub Mini OT works with up to 2 neoAir v2-M Smart Wireless Thermostats, offering smart control of 2 zones. Heatmiser’s neoHub Mini Series Thermostats The neoHub Mini OT will automatically control the boiler flow temperature By connecting the neoHub Mini OT to an OpenTherm compatible boiler, customers can benefit from an extremely energy-efficient heating system. The neoHub Mini OT will automatically...
The Federal Association of the German Heating Industry (BDH) has an international offering of digital product data for Building Information Modeling (BIM) based on VDI 3805 and ISO 16757 and is multilingual (English, French, Italian and Russian) under www.bim4hvac.com put online. Thanks to this international orientation, the digital manufacturer data is also available for specific markets or countries. The product catalog stored in the application includes data from 15 product groups (manufactu...
From April 2019, Humidity Solutions based in Leatherhead will be sole UK distributor for the Vapac range of electrode boiler steam humidifiers. The knowledge and expertise of both companies combine to enable Vapac humidifiers to be offered to the market with a full package of support services. These include: Stock availability of standard units, consumables and spares Free design, site surveys and quotations Technical telephone support Servicing and maintenance Training and familiarizatio...
At the Annual General Meeting held in Rapperswil on April 1, 2019, the shareholders of BELIMO Holding AG were informed about the results of the Belimo Group for the 2018 financial year, which were based on robust sales growth and sustained profitability. The shareholders approved all motions by the Board of Directors. They agreed to a dividend distribution of CHF 100.00 per share. The dividend will be paid out on April 5, 2019. 2018 Remuneration Report The 2018 Remuneration Report containing...
Greenheck’s louver line continues to grow with the addition of wind-driven rain louver EVH-302. Featuring 3-inch deep vertical rain-resistant blades, the EVH-302 is AMCA 500-L Certified for Air Performance, Water Penetration and Wind-Driven Rain, AMCA 540 Listed EVH-302 for Wind Borne Debris and AMCA 550 Listed for High Velocity Wind-Driven Rain. Maximum protection against water penetration Greenheck’s wind-driven rain louvers are designed to provide high volume intake and exhaust...
Greenheck, a globally-renowned manufacturer of air movement, control and conditioning equipment with several manufacturing locations across the United States, was named as one of Forbes’ America’s Best Midsized Employers on Wednesday, April 17. Employers are chosen based on results from an independent survey distributed to more than 50,000 U.S.-based employees. Companies considered for this award were rated by nation-wide survey respondents on work-related topics such as: working co...
With more LEDs than any Big Ass Light before, and a module that directs light where it’s needed, the LED Bay Light will literally transform the way one sees their space. Productivity and visual appeal a concern? The Big Ass LED Bay Light is the solution everyone has been waiting for. Durable and sleek, the LED Bay Light keeps the light bright and the heat away. Offering a variety of outputs (six lumen options ranging from 12,000 to 36,000), the LED Bay Light can brighten any space. Provi...
"With the draft budget for 2020 and 2021, the federal government is apparently giving up the energy transition in the building sector," warns BDH President Uwe Glock. Only a year ago, the coalitionists, CDU, CSU, and SPD agreed on increased funding to accelerate the energy transition in the building sector. The coalition agreement provides for the introduction of tax incentives, as discussed for years. In the future, applicants should be given the right to choose between grant funding and a red...
The Big Ass Fans family continues to grow. The company is excited to announce Heat Transfer Solutions, Inc. as the distributor of Big Ass Fans products for the design and new construction market in Austin, Beaumont, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio, Texas. On-schedule HVAC systems Going above and beyond for customers is the standard at HTS just as it is at BAF" Since its Lone Star State debut in 2001, HTS has blended together architects, engineers, building owners, facility maintenance pro...
Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced it has acquired Buoy Labs, based in Santa Cruz, California. The newly acquired company produces an innovative Wi-Fi enabled solution that tracks the amount of water used in a home, integrating smart software and hardware that can identify potential leaks and intervene to prevent them through its subscription-based app services. “Today’s announcement is part of our vision to provide whole home management through four areas – comfort, securit...
The Big Ass Fans family continues to grow. The company announced Norman S. Wright Mechanical Equipment as the distributor of Big Ass Fans products for the design and new construction market in Northern California, Hawaii, Guam and Nevada. Energy, sustainability and comfort solutions NSW has provided customers exceptional systems knowledge for more than a century NSW has provided customers exceptional systems knowledge for more than a century. Its product lines feature the latest in energy, su...
At this year's ISH Energy, the German heating industry presented pioneering solutions for achieving the Paris climate protection goals. Uwe Glock, BDH President and spokesman for ISH-Energy: “The manufacturers have once again proven their innovative strength. In addition to highly efficient fuel cell technology, the BDH members showed heat pumps, hybrid systems, and other innovative system solutions.” The digital networking of all energetically relevant components in the building vi...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the appointment of Nico van der Merwe as VP of Home and Distribution for the UK and Ireland. His role will cover the Schneider Electric Residential Channels and Distribution network and partners. For the past three years, Nico has been in charge of Schneider Electric’s Channel Development for Europe, playing a vital role in formulating and strategic transformational projects. Nico brin...
A. O. Smith Corporation and The Water Council (TWC) announces WATERSURPLUS as the 2019 winner of the BREW Corporate Accelerator: Powered by A. O. Smith challenge. The BREW Accelerator program is designed to help support entrepreneurs and startups that are developing innovative freshwater technologies. WATERSURPLUS, of Loves Park, Illinois, provides water treatment engineering and design services, custom equipment, a diverse rental fleet, a complete line of pre-engineered filtration equipment an...
Voltas, India’s pioneer in cooling products, and an AC brand, from the house of the Tata’s, has further strengthened its leadership position in the Cooling Products space, by launching its new range of Voltas Adjustable Inverter ACs. Launching the new range of air conditioners, Mr. Pradeep Bakshi, Managing Director & CEO, Voltas Limited said, “Having already built a strong equity in the savings and comfort space, we want to take our product offerings to the next level of c...
AMCA revises Publication 802 for Power Generation Fans. Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the revision of AMCA Publication 802, Industrial Process/Power Generation Fans: Establishing Performance Using Laboratory Models. Power-Generation Fans The newly designated AMCA Publication 802-19 outlines methods used by manufacturers to determine the performance of full-size industrial-process and power-generation fans. These methods include: The prediction of f...
There’s a good chance that, for the past few years, users have been hearing HVAC contractors talk about the R-22 phase-out or the ‘Freon’ phase-out, especially if they own an AC system that still relies on it. But what even is the phase-out? And how does it impact users? Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is here to clue everybody in on it. What Is R-22 Refrigerant? Nearly all modern cooling systems rely on a refrigerant loop, in order to cool homes Nearly all...
Powered Aire has harnessed the power of electrically commutated (EC) motor technology by creating the ECo-Motor. Designed specifically for air curtain applications, the ECo-Motor produces lightning-fast startup time, significant energy savings, and expansive variable speed control. By combining green technology with an energy-saving product, Powered Aire is changing the way the air movement industry designs, specifies and perceives open doors. Bringing EC motor technology to the air curtain ind...
When the user is making an investment with new HVAC equipment, they obviously want it to last as long as possible. That’s where a good warranty—or two—can help. Homeowners often have the option to get HVAC warranties for both parts and labor. Knowing a little more about each policy can help them determine the path that’s right for the user. They have two different types of warranties to review with new HVAC equipment. The labor warranty covers service call charges and la...
Voltas Limited, from the house of Tata's launches its new Brand Shop —M/S Khalsa Electronics at on the busiest connecting Road of Chandigarh-Kharar, Mohali. The brand store features a well-designed and visually appealing display of new range of Voltas and Voltas Beko' products, comprising air conditioners, air coolers, commercial refrigerators, water dispensers, water coolers, refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves and dishwashers. Conveniently located at busiest & heart line of...
Qingdao Haier-Carrier Refrigeration Equipment Co., Ltd. (Haier Carrier) recently celebrated the opening of its new intelligent manufacturing facility. With a larger footprint and upgraded production lines and labs, the new facility houses manufacturing, development, testing, quality inspection and office operations, and allows a 45 percent increase in production capacity over the previous location. Haier Carrier is a joint venture established in 2001 by Haier Group and Carrier, a global provide...
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