Heating News & Trends

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. Refrigeration products De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms, and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and cold rooms, De Rigo ha...

Following a recent incident involving a biomass boiler fire at commercial premises in Gloucestershire, HETAS, the biomass, and solid fuel heating organization, wishes to emphasize to consumers the importance of safety when operating these systems.  Biomass boilers Biomass boilers are an increasingly popular choice for homeowners and businesses, providing an efficient and sustainable heating solution. However, whilst a rare but extreme example, the incident does highlight the significance...

BITZER's new SPEEDLITE ELV52 scroll compressor is designed to meet the challenging requirements of air conditioning for electric buses and trains. Air conditioning systems for modern public transport have to meet a unique set of demands. Space and weight constraints, rapidly changing conditions and working life have a direct impact on operators' investment and running costs, as well as future compatibility. Compressors must also be quiet with low vibration, and be very reliable due to the high...

Berg Insight, the world’s pioneering IoT market research provider, released a new market report covering the Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS) market. In this study, a HEMS is defined as a system that at minimum consists of a solar PV system, battery storage system, and a web-based management portal or smartphone app that allows for remote monitoring and control of the system. A wider HEMS also integrates backup generators, EV chargers, heat pumps, home appliances, and other conne...

Following the arrival of the UK Government’s £5 million Heat Pump Training Grant, Baxi has launched its own installer incentive scheme, pairing the Government vouchers with valuable Baxi Works points. The Heat Training Grant supports trainees in England taking short training courses relevant to heat pumps and heat networks with grants of up to £500 towards eligible courses, such as those offered by Baxi. Baxi’s installer incentive scheme Baxi will also support trainees...

Viessmann has added three new, lower output variants to its popular Vitocal 150-A/151-A domestic air source heat pump range. The 4, 6, and 8 kW models complement the existing 10, 13, and 16 kW heat pumps launched in 2022, providing a wider choice of outputs and allowing heating modernization projects suited to a broader range of properties. Vitocal 150-A/151-A models All Vitocal 150-A/151-A models provide both heating and cooling and are available to purchase for connection to a single-p...

As the new Future Standard comes into force and the UK works towards achieving net-zero ambitions by 2050, the domestic heating sector is set to go through a revolution over the coming years. With UK homeowners seeking greener home heating alternatives, heating manufacturer - Alpha has launched a new addition to its existing heat pump range. Alpha Hydro The Alpha Hydro is a single-phase solution that pairs with a pre-plumbed 200-liter cylinder and Smartech controls The Alpha Hydro is a...

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the major Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. De Rigo Refrigeration joins Eurovent Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and col...

There are 30 million homes and buildings in the UK, and they account for approximately a quarter of UK emissions. The government, which has gone as far as adding a legal duty to the Energy Bill that must achieve net zero by 2050, has made its bet on tackling this source of pollution; heat pumps.  To reveal how the government’s plan is progressing, Harding Heating researched the people installing heat pumps, how satisfied they are with them, what is standing in the way of the go...

Britta Permats is the Managing Director at Svensk Ventilation (The Swedish Ventilation Association), where she previously served as Technical and Environmental Manager. As part of their ‘Faces of the Eurovent Commission’ series, she gave a synopsis of the Swedish IAQ and IEQ initiatives that Svensk Ventilation participates in. Britta Permats has been long involved in the Eurovent Commission and several Task Forces of Eurovent. She is a Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)...

New “Smart Store” will work as Danfoss’ test center for energy efficiency technology. "The Smart Store" is expected to be approximately 50% more energy efficient compared to a typical supermarket with a first-generation CO2 refrigeration system. New flagship “Smart Store” supermarket in Nordborg, Denmark: Runs off sustainable energy sources Reuses the excess heat created by cooling cases, reducing supermarket heating costs by up to 90% Not only operates as a...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced it has earned the Great Place to Work Certification for the third consecutive year. The certification is based entirely on feedback from the company’s employees. Great Place to Work® This year, 87% of Trane Technologies.’ employees say it’s a great place to work compared to 57% at a typical U.S.-based company. Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadersh...

Trane by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced multiple new products and service enhancements to support, simplify, and streamline the path toward greater efficiency, electrification, decarbonization, and regulatory compliance. The newest Trane releases include: Axiom™ Rooftop Water Source Heat Pumps with Symbio® 700 Trane® / Mitsubishi Electric s-MEXT Symbio® Unit Controllers for Air Handling Systems and Water Source Heat Pumps Connected Mechanical S...

Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, and Santikos Entertainment announce that the theater has achieved an annual 30% energy savings as a result of comprehensive energy and infrastructure upgrades on six Santikos theaters. The annual savings involve 3,800,000 kWh in electricity. Using the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator to convert to carbon metrics, this is equivalent to the annual energy consumption of approximately 340 households. Theater guests en...

RunTru, a brand that delivers budget-friendly heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products that are built to last, alongside Ameristar, a brand known for providing durable and dependable systems, has released respective 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Ductless Systems to help homeowners maintain a comfortable temperature within their home. Designed to help reduce environmental impact, the new RunTru and Ameristar 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Systems provide homeowners with more efficient, value-priced...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association announces that its 2023 Fall Technical Conference will take place September 7-9, 2023 at the Embassy Suites in Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas, USA. Fall Technical Conference NADCA’s Fall Technical Conference is an annual event that provides education to air duct cleaning technicians throughout every stage of their careers. It features hands-on training tha...

DENSO Corporation announced it plans to launch a pilot program in July at its Hirose Plant that uses an SOEC (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell), a DENSO-developed device that produces green hydrogen through electrolysis of high-temperature steam, to help power and increase the sustainability of its manufacturing operations. The trial will incorporate a verification test using the produced green hydrogen in a prototype power card line. DENSO for years has pursued initiatives in the three areas...

Daikin has added to its Sustainable Home Network by opening a Sustainable Home Center with the UK’s pioneering and fastest-growing builder’s merchant, MKM Building Supplies in Sheffield, and a Sustainable Home Expert Showroom in partnership with family-run heating and plumbing specialist Gas Plus in Bexhill-on-Sea. The launches mean that homeowners across Sheffield and East Sussex can familiarize themselves with air source heat pump technology and identify the best solution for thei...

Wildfire smoke can infiltrate a building’s HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system through various pathways, including outdoor air intakes, cracks, gaps, and openings in the building envelope, and leaks in the ductwork. Once inside the HVAC system, the smoke particles can be distributed throughout the building, affecting indoor air quality and potentially causing health concerns for occupants. Indoor air quality The following are some mechanisms by which wildfire smoke...

Decsa is pleased to present SQA, the new series of open-circuit industrial cooling towers designed to respond effectively and efficiently to the needs of the industrial market (process cooling). SQA SQA is the perfect cooling tower for the industrial market characterized by the use of water with quantities of suspended solids, such as requiring the use of extended fill packs (more space than the classic wave 12). Designed to guarantee reduced water consumption and ensure minimum environmental...

A key element in open circuit cooling towers is the thermal fill pack (also called the "fill pack"). The greater the surface area of the water that comes into contact with the airflow through the pack, the greater the efficiency in terms of heat transfer. Not only that, but the contact time also plays an important role in ensuring the high efficiency of the cooling tower. Type of fill packs in cooling towers There are two types of fill packs: film and splash.  Both have the sa...

BIOXTECH® ripening system designed for high-quality organic cheese by Standard Tech Impianti is characterized by the correct planning balancing six basic elements. Air movement Air movement happens in the absence of abnormal currents, that means at static velocity thanks to the special fabric diffusers. Sterile-type humidification to avoid unrequested bacterial occurrence. Air change is effective and guarantees the correct oxygenation of cheese.  Air movement Parameters adjust...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has announced its participation in three projects accelerating next-generation heat pump efficiency to reduce energy and emissions across multiple industrial sectors. These projects were recently awarded U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) grants for the research and development of transformational technologies aimed at decarbonizing heavy industry. Industrial heat pumps Industrial heat pumps can provide a path to the electrification of high-tempera...

Heat Pump Grants, a major provider of information and assistance in accessing grants for heat pumps, is excited to announce a significant rebranding effort. Effective immediately, the company will operate under the new name - 'Heat Pumps UK', reflecting its expanded range of services and commitment to facilitating direct purchases of ground-source or air-source heat pumps for individuals and businesses across the United Kingdom. Heat Pumps UK stems The decision to rebrand as Heat Pumps UK ste...

New whitepaper from Danfoss lays out new roadmap for decarbonizing cities. Implementation of existing technology for buildings, transport, and sector integration can bridge half the gap in the urban GHG emissions reductions needed for a 1.5°C pathway. Cities account for 70 % of global carbon emissions. Ultimately, the battle against climate change will be won – or lost – in cities. Action needed to enable large-scale decarbonization Action is needed urgently to make the change...

This International Women in Engineering Day, it’s crucial to highlight both the opportunities available to women and girls in engineering and the vital role of employers in supporting their careers and closing the skills gap, according to Baxi’s Kerrie Doherty. On 23 June, Baxi will be one of many companies taking time to celebrate the successes of women throughout the wider engineering sector and, in particular, in the heating industry. Decarbonizing heating and hot water Changin...

Motili, an industry-pioneering property and HVAC technology company, advises single-family homeowners and property managers to participate in preventative maintenance for their HVAC units before and after the busy season. As it's early summer, right before the heat and humidity increase, property owners and operators can prepare for the HVAC busy season with preventative maintenance. And, given the recent air quality emergency from the Canadian wildfires, maintenance can ensure HVAC units have f...

UK-based renowned HVAC firm, Ideal Heating has unveiled a new dedicated training facility in Scotland, as it expands its world-class support to installers. The facility is located within The Energy Training Academy, in Dalkeith, near Edinburgh, a high-quality training and education center which opened its doors to engineers in January 2023. Ideal Heating unveils new training facility in Scotland The training room has now been launched with a special event attended by industry guests Ideal He...

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) leaders, faculty, staff and students are recognizing National HVAC Technician Day on Thursday, June 22, by offering tips for consumers, businesses and facility managers to stay cool and comfortable this summer. National HVAC Technician Day honors the critical role of HVAC technicians in communities throughout the nation. Their expertise in diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and optimizing HVAC system performance is essential for maintaining indoor air qu...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announces the acquisition of M&M Carnot, a provider of natural refrigeration solutions with ultra-low global warming potential (GWP), which can help customers meet their sustainability goals while meeting and exceeding environmental regulations. “It’s an exciting time in our industry as we continuously seek new opportunities to accelerate the deployment and adoption of safe and sustainable solutions and...