Cooling News & Trends

ACV UK, a globally renowned specialist in hot water and heating solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center at its headquarters in Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.  This state-of-the-art facility is designed to equip customers with the skills needed to install, maintain, and service hot water and heating products. Range of accredited courses New Expert Academy Training and Technology Center in Dalgety Bay offers engineers and insta...

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce a new offer for 2025: free commissioning on all Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boilers. This free commissioning promotion applies to all Stratton mk3 models ordered between April 1 and invoiced by December 31, 2025, and offers customers the opportunity to optimise their system’s performance from the outset. For added peace of mind, each boiler is also backed by...

GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, the manufacturer of Uponor-branded products, has been named a 2025 USA Top Workplaces Culture Excellence winner across three categories: Innovation, Work-Life Flexibility, and Compensation & Benefits. This is the company’s fourth consecutive year on the national Top Workplaces list. The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. These awards are bas...

Mojave Energy Systems, founded to change the nature of air conditioning, announced that it has been granted a patent related to the design of the liquid desiccant regenerator that makes ArctiDry the world’s most energy-efficient commercial air conditioning system. The Ultra Low Flow Desiccant Air Conditioning Systems Devices and Methods patent issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) relates to Mojave’s novel approach to regenerate liquid desiccant. Mojave&rs...

Quilt, a pioneering innovator in smart home climate technology, announced an evolution in its business with the introduction of its Certified Partner Program, a collaborative initiative connecting HVAC professionals with Quilt's category-defining heat pumps. As part of this strategic expansion, the company is also broadening its service to three new markets this year - Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland - in addition to continuing its successful operations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Quilt&...

Following its European debut in September 2024, the compact Yutaki M R32 Series 2 air-to-water heat pump is now fully available in the UK market. Designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind, it delivers space heating, cooling, and domestic hot water (DHW) — all in a sleek, modern unit ideal for small homes and new-build properties.   With models ranging from 4.3 kW to 8 kW, the Yutaki M Series 2 fits perfectly into homes with limited indoor space. Its monobloc design means everyt...

Two Tyneham 290HT 27kW air source heat pumps from Hamworthy Heating – a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products – have been installed in cascade for underfloor heating in a new extension at a primary school in Cambridge. To accurately meet the heating requirements of the new school extension and ensure an even distribution of heat, the new system from Hamworthy Heating includes two 290HT 27kW Tyneham heat pumps with natural refrigerant,...

“Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting climate change, as well as on the delivery of hygienic drinking water, GF Building Flow Solutions strives continuously to pioneer in sustainable water solutions for buildings." "The manufacturing of our products and solutions is based on sound environmental management practices, embracing renewable energy sources across our global operations to reduce their environmental footprint. We are committed to takin...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management (LRM), is proud to announce that President - Mike Armstrong has joined the Refrigerant Emissions Elimination Forum (REEF).  This strategic partnership underscores A-Gas's dedication to pioneering sustainable practices in the refrigerant industry, aligning with the forum's mission to eliminate refrigerant emissions and foster a more sustainable future. Importance of reclamation REEF has long champ...

GF Building Flow Solutions advances its carbon-neutral journey, adding three more manufacturing sites – Cerkezkoy (Turkey), Ecoflex production in Hassfurt (Germany), and Apple Valley (USA) – to its carbon-neutral operations (Scope 1 & 2). This result highlights GF Building Flow Solutions’ ongoing commitment to minimize resource consumption.   Manufacturing of products and solutions “Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting c...

Medford Wellington, a business continuity company that has been providing New England enterprises with commercial services and construction for almost 60 years, announced a strategic partnership with Morris Mechanical, a well-respected HVAC service provider based in Clinton, MA.  This marks Medford Wellington’s third expansion in the past year, reinforcing its commitment to meeting growing demand and serving as a single-source partner for businesses across New England. Morris Mechan...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate by CDP, earning a place on its annual ‘A List’ for the third consecutive year. Of the record 22,400 companies that received a climate score this year, Trane Technologies is distinguished as part of the 2% of scored companies to earn an ‘A’ rating. CDP’s rigorous scoring process CDP’s rigorous scoring process assesses the compr...

NIBCO INC. introduces its PressACR® 1 3/8” OD jaw that is compatible with the RIDGID® and Milwaukee Tool® 32kN tools, as well as NIBCO’s PC-280 tool. The NIBCO PressACR fitting press end connection reduces installation time while the patented interior groove design and gray HNBR seal make it suitable for high-pressure HVACR applications rated up to 700 psi. PressACR 1 3/8” OD next generation jaw “At NIBCO, we are dedicated to providing the HVACR industry wi...

Berkshire-based mechanical and electrical engineering firm, Campbell West, has completed a major transformation at Hertfordshire University in Hatfield. The five-month project formed part of a wider renovation project by Carmelcrest at the University’s School of Creative Arts. The works included a complete overhaul of the building’s heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) infrastructure, as well as the refurbishment of the male, female, and disabled WC facilities...

Carrier Solutions UK has officially opened its state-of-the-art training academy in Stockport, where it will offer industry-renowned education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK. The flagship facility represents a significant investment in professional development, providing a dedicated center of excellence for engineers to train on the latest heating and cooling technologies. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pionee...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, safe, and sustainable buildings, released a new commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting quantifying the Total Economic Impact™ and benefits of its OpenBlue platform. In the study, Forrester found that a model organization representing a composite of interviewed customers from multiple industries deploying OpenBlue, including FM:Systems solutions, could achieve up to a 155% return on investment (ROI) over three years. Smart bu...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant and fire suppressant management, acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI), a recognized brand in the Canadian refrigerant industry. The acquisition, finalized in late March 2025, further solidifies A-Gas' position as a world pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. A-Gas' commitment A-Gas' commitment to delivering enhanced refrigerant keys and support to busi...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK will showcase its expanded portfolio of heating and cooling solutions at this year’s InstallerSHOW, to be held from June 24th to 26th, 2025, at the NEC, Birmingham. Viessmann Climate Solutions UK Ltd is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Viessmann’s newest boiler Viessmann Climate Solutions UK’s stand will unite the Carrier and Viessmann brands on stand 5D20 Under the theme - 'Power Play...

The Eurovent Task Force ‘IT Cooling’ (TF-ITC) participants have elected the group’s first Chairperson, Enrico Boscaro and its first Vice-Chairperson, Mario Scattolin. They will both serve in their positions for a 2-year term. Eurovent Task Force's initiatives Enrico Boscaro, Group Marketing Manager at CAREL, brings over 25 years of experience in the HVACR sector and has been an active member of Eurovent for many years. He is widely recognized for his leadership, technical exp...

Master is proud to announce the nationwide addition of Hitachi residential HVAC products, marking a major expansion of its industry-pioneering portfolio and a strengthened partnership with Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning. With more than 70 years of expertise in residential air conditioning, more than 40 years of pioneering DC inverter technology, and most recently, the introduction of the groundbreaking FrostWash™ technology, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning is a global...

The 2025 regional and sustainability winners, as well as the finalists of the Rising Star and HVAC categories of the Heating Installer Awards 2025, have been announced. The shortlists have been decided by a panel of experts including representatives from the awards’ partners the CIPHE, The IPG, Polypipe Building Products, Refresh, Samsung Climate Solutions, Stelrad and Powered Now, who recently attended judging day and scored all of the entries on their technical expertise, problem-s...

Boiler manufacturer, Navien UK, has unveiled a brand-new compact system boiler, helping homeowners benefit from all the advantages of its NCB500 combi boilers, such as a 10-year warranty, stainless steel heat exchanger and cupboard fit dimensions. Designed for modern family homes, Navien’s NCB500 system boiler is a great option for homeowners looking for a cost-effective yet advanced heating solution, which is the ideal choice for properties having an existing hot water cylinder. First g...

Nowadays, products are experiencing progressively shorter life cycles, demanding businesses to enhance their production flexibility. The key to navigating this challenge lies in embracing adaptable technologies capable of swiftly accommodating frequent redesigns. Precise and automated machinery emerges as a cornerstone in maintaining quality, accuracy and aesthetics in manufacturing processes. With the industry facing a shortage of skilled labor, the significance of intuitive, highly automated...

Victaulic® announces Gary Moore, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer, will retire at the end of April after 37 years of distinguished service with the company. Mark Gilbert, currently Vice President and General Manager for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, as well as Vice President in the U.S., will succeed Moore as Executive Vice President of Sales, effective May 1, 2025. Victaulic's growth “Gary Moore has had as much to do with Victaulic's growth over the last 2...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has streamlined the online services it provides to installers to make them more user-friendly, instant and intuitive.  Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Viessmann customer service VPlus portal includes a range of easily accessible extras designed to enhance the customer service The new VPlus portal, which is live now, includes a range of easily accessible amenities de...

The 28th International Passive House Conference will take place in the German city of Essen in April 2026. The main theme of the conference is 'Driving Transformation with Energy Efficiency!': High energy efficiency is essential to making the buildings ready for the future. The conference with its varied programme will take place in Essen's House of Technology. The call for Papers has begun and will run until the end of June 2025. Future-proof building stock The Passive House Institute and it...

Quilt, a pioneering innovator in smart home climate technology, announced that Matt Rogers, CEO and co-founder of Mill, co-founder of Nest, and founder of Incite, has joined its board of directors. A prominent figure in the smart home, design, and climate space, Rogers is widely respected for creating the iconic smart thermostat and for accelerating growth for mission-driven organizations. Quilt's growth and innovation Quilt, Nest and Mill are among the most successful startups in the smart h...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a globally renowned provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its heat exchanger assessment and testing service, which ensures a comprehensive examination of heat exchangers. By confirming operational effectiveness, assessing structural integrity through pressure testing, providing detailed reports, estimating costs for necessary actions, and evaluating potential energy savings to optimize efficiency, APM’s Heat Exchanger Assessment...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s renowned solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, has earned the 2025 Metal of Honor Award from Metal Roofing Magazine. This is the 10th year Malco has earned the recognition, which is voted on by roofers and contractors.  Marking its 21st year, the Metal of Honor program gives metal roofers the opportunity to cast their ballot on which companies and products are the highest quality and...

CAREL has published a new white paper entitled 'Indoor air quality - Guaranteeing health and comfort in buildings', which examines the importance of indoor air quality and its impact on the health and well-being of building occupants. While outdoor air quality (OAQ) has been regulated for decades now to protect public health, air quality in the indoor spaces where we spend around 92% of the time is equally important. In enclosed environments, it is more likely to encounter high concen...