Cooling News & Trends

Facility Explorer meets any building management need. Wireless or wired field controllers and devices provide direct closed-loop control over mechanical and HVAC equipment. Supervisory controllers deliver network-wide coordination for single or multiple sites. The result is an integrated, comprehensive control solution. What’s New Johnson Controls is excited to announce a new release of Facility Explorer products Johnson Controls is excited to announce a new release of Facility Explore...

Hamworthy Heating, a trusted British commercial heating manufacturer, is pleased to announce it will be attending a series of Specifi Mechanical Services events being held throughout 2023. Giving specifiers and suppliers the opportunity to meet face-to-face in a relaxed conversational environment, Specifi events offer a tried and tested format to connect, relax, and network with fellow professionals. Relaxed conversational environment Hamworthy Heating will be attending ten events in major ci...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will preview its latest YORK heat pump portfolio at the AHR Expo 2023, which is taking place from Feb. 6 - Feb. 8, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Visitors to booth B1617 will be the first to see the new offerings, which include a two-module unit of the YORK® YMAE Air-Cooled Inverter Scroll Modular Heat Pump and 1:12 scale models of the YORK® YVWH Water-to-Water Dual Variable-Speed Screw Heat P...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is showcasing the YORK® HMCG2 Modulating Side-Discharge Air Conditioner at AHR Expo 2023. With a 40% smaller footprint than standard AC units, the HMCG2 is a compact and efficient cooling option that is ideal for higher-density areas with less installation space, such as multi-family apartments and zero-lot-line neighborhoods. YORK® HMCG2 Modulating Side-Discharge Air Conditioner Available in...

Johnson Controls-Hitachi has introduced airCore, the first line of precision air conditioner (PAC) heat pump systems in the U.S. to use R-32 refrigerant. R-32 is a refrigerant with low global warming potential that produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions than R-410A. Low-GWP refrigerants such as R-32 reduce the impact of heating and cooling equipment on the environment and can meet upcoming refrigerant regulations. New airCore PAC heat pump systems Many states, such as California, have alread...

Trane® - by Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator - is addressing complex industry challenges with leading solutions and expertise at the AHR® Expo 2023, the premiere event for HVACR professionals worldwide. The Trane exhibit (Booth B3217) will showcase the latest advancements for optimal, energy-efficient indoor environments, as well as expert insight on pressing industry issues, including growing demand for building decarbonization solutions, such as electrification, dri...

Uponor is introducing the newest dimension of smart home technology with Smatrix Pulse, a solution that offers precise wireless comfort control of radiant heating and cooling along with forced-air heating and cooling in multiple zones throughout a structure. Contractors can install faster and easier, and homeowners can enjoy the ultimate luxury of radiant and air-side comfort with one system that connects to a smart home assistant and can also be controlled remotely via an app.  Smatrix P...

EKFB, a Joint Venture responsible for delivering works on the HS2 high-speed railway running from London to the North-West, has improved the sustainability credentials of the project by choosing to use green construction innovators, Dura Products. The project will involve the installation of Dura Product’s eco-friendly kerbing solution, Durakerb at the A43 overbridge in Brackley, Northamptonshire, which will ultimately reduce the overall environmental impact of HS2 and increase positive C...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will preview its new YORK heat pump portfolio at the AHR Expo 2023, taking place from Feb. 6 - Feb. 8, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Visitors to booth B1617 will be the first to see the new offerings, which include a two-module unit of the YORK® YMAE Air-Cooled Inverter Scroll Modular Heat Pump and 1:12 scale models of the YORK® YVWH Water-to-Water Dual Variable-Speed Screw Heat Pump and YORK...

Honeywell announced that Heatcraft Refrigeration Products (Heatcraft), a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems as part of Lennox International, is developing new walk-in unit coolers, condensing units, and condensers for supermarkets and retailers that operate using Honeywell Solstice® L40X (R-455A). Honeywell Solstice L40X Honeywell Solstice L40X is a ready-now, low-global-warming-potential (GWP), energy-efficient hydrofluoroolefin (HFO)-blend solution for commerc...

Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd. (TCUK) has updated its flagship UK installer incentive program, Rewards, to help contractors grow their businesses. TCUK is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Rewards scheme The Rewards scheme, which is open to direct custom­ers of TCUK and customers of Toshiba Air Conditioning distributors and approved re-sellers, gives points for equipment purchases which can be...

Johnson Controls-Hitachi continues to exceed demands for sustainable, energy-efficient heating and cooling products with the North American launch of the Yutaki M R32 monobloc air-to-water heat pump. This all-in-one solution can deliver heating, and cooling and even serve as a domestic water heater with an external tank. The three-ton and four-ton systems are engineered to deliver a consistent, 140 F heating capacity even within sub-zero ambient temperatures and can generate up to four times mo...

Daikin, a pioneer in air conditioning company, announced that it will spotlight its work to extend the boundaries of energy efficiency at the 2023 AHR Expo. A proud expo exhibitor and attendee for decades, Daikin will display its research and development efforts, core technologies, and new offerings, which demonstrate a unified approach to efficiency-focused innovation across the company’s portfolio of brands. Efficiency in HVAC systems “From homes to high-rises, the climate impac...

Have they recently moved into a new home or office space that doesn’t have an existing air conditioning system? Before they jump into purchasing the first and most affordable AC unit on the market, there are a variety of factors they should consider before they make any final decisions. To ensure they are getting the most energy-efficient unit with the right cooling capacity for the space, it is essential that they take into account these four main components: Room size What type of A...

The Northern Ireland CIC regional committee, also known as the Construction Professionals Council for Northern Ireland (CPCNI) welcomed CIC Chair - Justin Sullivan for a two-day visit to the Province. During his visit Justin joined a delegation meeting with the CEO and senior members of the Construction and Procurement Delivery unit (CPD), part of the Northern Ireland Department of Finance, to discuss some of the current issues facing construction professionals working with the Public Sector....

Mitsubishi Electric is once again exhibiting at the Data Center World Exhibition at the London ExCel Center from the 8th – 9th of March 2023, to showcase its advanced range of data center solutions. At the event, Mitsubishi Electric will display its product range designed exclusively for the unique working environments of IT cooling rooms, where wide variations in humidity levels and the need for constant temperature control are business critical all year round. Reducing carbon footprint...

LG Electronics U.S.A.’s Air Conditioning Technologies division’s Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller provides a wide range of both hot and chilled fluid for comfort and process applications. The heating performance of the LG Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller provides engineers and owners with a valuable option in their demand to exceed market trends and assist in promoting electrification and carbon reduction efforts active in the marketplace. High-Performance heating As states acro...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, was recently named one of Seattle Business Magazine's Washington's Best Companies to Work For. This annual program, created by Seattle Business Magazine and Best Companies Group, is to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Washington who benefit the area's economy, workforce, and businesses. Business coaching authority "At BDR, our mission is to empower bu...

From 04 February to 08 February, 2023, the Eurovent Team is going to be at the ASHRAE Winter Conference 2023 and AHR Expo 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Both the conference and expo provide forums where manufacturers and suppliers come together to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. ASHRAE Winter Conference and AHR Expo events Visitors can request a meeting by simply sending Francesco Scuderi an email ASHRAE Winter Conference - an event that brings together HVACR experts...

SPX Cooling Tech, LLC, the globally renowned full-line, full-service industry major in the design and manufacture of evaporative cooling towers and fluid coolers, will feature new and innovative products in Booth B1819, at the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo). AHR Expo 2023 takes place from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2023, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. SPX Cooling to exhibit at AHR Expo 2023 SPX Cooling’s booth will foc...

Johnson Controls-Hitachi continues to exceed demands for sustainable, energy-efficient heating and cooling products with the North American launch of the Yutaki M R32 monobloc air-to-water heat pump. This all-in-one solution can deliver heating, cooling and even serve as a domestic water heater with an external tank. The three-ton and four-ton systems are engineered to deliver a consistent, 140 F heating capacity even within sub-zero ambient temperatures and can generate up to four times more t...

Hitachi Europe, Ltd. has announced the appointment of Andrew Barr as the President of Hitachi Europe, Ltd. The new appointment will take effect from 1st April 2023. Andrew Barr, currently the Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO) of Hitachi Rail, Ltd., has dedicated almost 20 years of his career at Hitachi, spearheading the growth of the Rail business in Europe and globally. In-depth knowledge of Hitachi and the mobility sector Andrew Barr will lead Hitachi Europe’s business in this...

Thinking of adding a split system to the home or business? One of the most important steps is to choose a brand/manufacturer. If they are currently exploring the options, the following article will breakdown eight of the reasons they recommend Daikin split systems for Melbourne homes and businesses. To illustrate this, they’ve put together a simple list of benefits that separate Daikin split systems from the pack. Keep reading to find out everything they need to know. 1. Superior Energy...

Interplay Learning, the scalable, effective training solution for engaging the new generation of maintenance technicians, has partnered with Dominium Management Services to offer highly effective, engaging, and scalable training solutions. Dominium is one of the nation’s affordable housing developers, owners, and managers, and is offering Interplay’s training solutions to its technicians of all experience levels. With Interplay Learning’s immersive, on-demand training courses...

Delta, a pioneer in power and thermal management solutions is showcasing its complete range of commercial refrigerator fans for the retail industry at EuroShop 2023. refrigeration solutions Delta’s comprehensive refrigeration solutions combine innovative EC fan technologies with high efficiency to ensure the highest safety compliance and reliability for use with perishable goods. The solution ranges from small DC fans to nine-inches EC models and EC motors. EuroShop is hosted from 26 Fe...

The IEH High Voltage Electrode Boiler for hot water will be used for heating their greenhouses and reducing emissions. The 20MW Electrode Boiler with a 20kV connection has a design temperature of 130°C and a design pressure of 6 Barg. PARAT will also deliver the Control Panel, Heat Exchanger, Pumps, and Chemical Dosing unit. PARAT will take care of the Start-Up, Testing, Commissioning, and Training. Rainbow Growers was granted the Dutch SDE++ subsidy to build the Power to Heat system that w...

The Chemours Company (Chemours), a global chemistry company with market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, began taking orders from North American customers in December for its Opteon™ XL41 (R-454B) hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant, which the company will start fulfilling by the end of Q1 2023. Opteon™ XL41 is an R-410A replacement in new air conditioning and heat pump applications, offering zero ozone depl...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will showcase innovative, new technologies and capabilities that address decarbonization and occupant health, safety and comfort along with Johnson Controls-Hitachi at the upcoming AHR Expo 2023 (booth B1617), from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. At the show, Johnson Controls will demonstrate its products and solutions that improve sustainability and optimize building performance align...

Ripley PR, the global public relations agency specializing in home services, franchise and B2B tech, offers three strategies for home service companies looking to stand out among competitors and gain market share in an increasingly crowded, marketing-savvy industry. “Most great home service companies, from plumbing to HVAC and from electrical to landscaping, understand the importance of marketing in growing their businesses,” said Heather Ripley, Founder and CEO of Ripley PR and aut...

2023 is the perfect time to invest in a new split-system air conditioner! Just like every other year, Melbourne’s summer is bound to be hot, the colder months are going to get chilly, and some moments in between will serve up four seasons in one day. Split systems are fully equipped to handle all weather conditions, offering heating, cooling, humidification, dehumidification, air filters, and air purifiers – all in one system. Whether they’re struggling to get to sleep in...