Heating News & Trends

Contractors know that hurricanes and severe storms bring more than just wind and rain. They also carry debris, salt, and other corrosive elements that can compromise the performance and lifespan of HVAC systems. For contractors committed to delivering top-quality service and ensuring system longevity, hurricane season is the vital time to promote care and maintenance of HVAC systems. regular maintenance program Even hurricanes that leave minimal structural damage can cause problems behin...

DENSO CORPORATION announced that DENSO Group employees won the gold medal for the "Industrial Mechanics" (representing Japan), silver medal for the "Manufacturing Team Challenge" (representing Japan), "CNC Turning" (representing Thailand), and bronze medal for the "CNC Milling" (representing Vietnam) at the 47th WorldSkills Competition 2024, held Sept. 10-15 in Lyon, France. WorldSkills International Competition DENSO Group sent twenty entrants to the event to compete in eleven skills. Eleven...

Rheem®, the Atlanta-based manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, joined forces with the 9/11 Day Meal Pack to honor the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.   "We are proud to support 9/11 Day and its mission to inspire the spirit of unity, service and shared humanity throughout the country and in our own backyard," said Dipa Homer, Executive Vice President, Global Human Resources and Communications, Rheem. 9/11 Day Meal Pack Program Dipa Homer adds: "The 9/11 Day...

Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric, Florida’s foremost indoor comfort provider, has announced the acquisition and merger of ARS®/Rescue Rooter® Vero Beach. ARS® Vero Beach is a trusted brand serving Florida’s east coast with plumbing, air conditioning, and heating services. The new partnership will provide diversified services for ARS®/Rescue Rooter® customers and clients to include a full suite of home services from Del-Air, including; air conditio...

A highly successful Refra Ignis reversible heat pump installed at a new €20 million flower processing facility in Ireland is the recipient of a prestigious industry award. Refra propane heat pump This advanced Refra propane heat pump with its state-of-the-art technologies has been delivering sustainability and energy efficiency at Keeling’s newly constructed flower processing facility in St Margaret’s, County Dublin, since opening in July 2023. The level of innovation that th...

DENSO Corporation announced it has decided to transfer all its shares in NiPPA Co., Ltd. (NiPPA), a DENSO group company, to a special purpose company called NiPPA Holdings. NiPPA Holdings’ entire stake is held by a fund operated by Nippon Mirai Holdings Co., Ltd. (NMC). The transfer of all shares of NiPPA held by DENSO (effective September 30, 2024) and the conversion of NiPPA into a wholly owned subsidiary by NiPPA Holdings (effective October 1, 2024) were resolved at NiPPA’s share...

The On The Tools Awards 2024, with Headline Sponsor Jewson, is proud to spotlight the exceptional achievements in heating installation and plumbing within the construction industry. The awards celebrate the expertise and dedication of professionals who are crucial to ensuring efficient and effective heating systems and plumbing solutions. Heating Installer of the Year Chris Starsmore, Astar Living Luke Stanyer, Blue Bulldog Plumbing and Heating Mark Deakin, Flo Rite Plumbing and Heating...

Emerson has announced the TESCOMTM AGI BR Series Flushing Ring, a comprehensive packaged solution for flushing and bleeding applications in petroleum refineries, biofuel refineries, and petrochemical facilities. By providing a complete, modular valve assembly with a single part number, the AGI BR Series flushing ring streamlines ordering and allows for easy reordering with customer-specific test requirements. Flushing ring products Most flushing ring products are sold as separate components a...

Underscoring its commitment to environmental stewardship, LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA is working with Hudson Technologies, Inc., a globally renowned provider of innovative and sustainable refrigerant products and services to the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration industry, to support LG Air Conditioning Technology USA’s customer base with access to Hudson’s reclaimed EMERALD Refrigerants™. Darren Gibula, Vice President of Operations for LG Air Co...

Brands in transport refrigeration solutions will be among over 40 exhibitors at the 2024 Cold Chain Hub exhibition. Cold Chain Hub 2024, the event dedicated to the UK’s cold storage and distribution sector, will take place at Birmingham’s NEC on 9 & 10 October. Cold Chain Hub 2024 Organized by the team behind pioneering magazine, TCS&D, the show is supported by the Road Haulage Association and has attracted some of the biggest players in the industry.  Cold Chain Hub...

Daikin has launched its game-changing Multi+ system. It combines the best of an Air-to-Air heat pump with a domestic hot water tank, as well as air purification in one energy-saving system.  The Multi+ system uses state-of-the-art technology to create a comfortable home all year round, while ensuring a plentiful supply of hot water. The system can be programmed to meet the individual user’s needs for heating, cooling and hot water.  Electric booster heater The system also feat...

From September 4th to 7th, Geoclima Asia proudly participated in Bangkok RHVAC 2024, one of the world’s premier HVACR events, held at the BITEC Trade & Exhibition Center. The event was a huge success, attracting visitors and professionals from across the globe, eager to explore the latest technological innovations. Particular attention was drawn to the Circlemiser, the chiller featuring microchannel cylindrical condensers, that continues to impress with its increased heat ex...

Kian Capital-backed Team Air Distributing (“Team Air”), a renowned wholesale distributor providing OEM-branded HVAC equipment, parts and supplies to residential and commercial contractors, has completed the acquisition of Best Choice Supply (“BCS”), a family-owned HVAC wholesale distributor. BCS was founded in 1988 and has a long track record of providing high-quality service to the Lexington and Somerset, KY regions. The company is committed to providing exceptional ser...

Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Recognized by the United Nations’ United 4 Sustainable Smart Cities initiative, the DLWC system draws water at 4C through pipes deep in Lake Ontario to a facility downtown where heat exchangers chill the water that flows to downtown...

McDonnell & Miller, a Xylem brand, introduces the boilerwize® FPC-1000, the first-ever field configurable low water cutoff device. With patented technology that monitors water level conditions, it ensures optimal protection and safety for steam and hot water systems.  The FPC-1000 reduces the number of models from 19 to 5, cutting travel time, carrying costs and storage space – making it a smart and efficient choice. Water cut-off technology “Electronic low water cut-...

Green Point UK, BITZER UK's compressor remanufacturing and services arm, has introduced a specialist support service for refrigeration contractors responsible for maintaining cooling systems based on screw compressors. advise and support engineers Will Pribyl, General Manager, says, "Tackling screw compressors in the field can be daunting due to their complex design and mechanical sophistication." He adds, "GPUK can advise and support engineers to give them the knowledge and confidence to car...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the expansion of production capacity at its plant in Izmir, Türkiye. This three-million-dollar investment enables Johnson Controls to address increased European market demand for commercial heat pumps by improving production efficiencies and offering shorter delivery times for HVAC solutions for commercial customers throughout Europe. HVAC solutions “Heating and cooling are a significant fa...

KTH is a temperature and humidity sensor, to detect the data necessary for controlling the climatic conditions in an environment. KTH is for the standard Keystone RJ45 connector (NOT supplied). The sensor can thus be placed on the wall, reducing the overall dimensions and increasing the aesthetic result. Technical features Rated supply voltage: 12 Vdc (10.8-13.5 V) Maximum absorption: 25 mA Connections: screw terminals Operating temperature: from +5 to + 50°C...

The new range of GLD Small series gas sensors has been designed for: comply with EN 378 and F-GAS standards, avoid downtime or significant economic damage due to poor conservation of food, contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, provide for continuous monitoring of the environment where the refrigeration units are located, ensure the safety of people who are in the proximity of the unit. Modbus RTU RS-485 serial The ra...

CLIMASET s.r.l. offers the T, H, and IAQ CAREL sensors for offices, houses, shopping malls, and wherever there is a need to monitor building indoor air quality. With these sensors, it is possible to measure: Temperatures and relative humidities, Carbon dioxide levels, VOC levels, also known as volatile organic compounds, PM2.5 and PM10 levels, are also known as particulates. The probes could show the current value using a display or they can share the value with other de...

From many years of experience in the world of humidification, CLIMASET s.r.l. offers complete solutions for the management of steam baths of any size and type: autonomous immersed electrode steam generators; resistance/gas humidifiers; active temperature/humidity probes; electronic controls with ad hoc developed applications; customized touch user interfaces; accessories and spare parts such as nozzles, tubes, and spare cylinders. The humidifiers Steam humidifiers are the h...

Hot on the heels of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, a young engineer from the UK is aiming to fly the flag at the 'Skills Olympics' in France, with continued backing from Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK.  Luke Haile, a refrigeration technician from Lightfoot Defence, will represent the UK at WorldSkills 2024 in Lyon (10-15 September) on equipment supplied by Fujitsu in France, having completed his training on similar kit donated by Fujitsu in the UK. UK-RACHPSkills UK gold medal...

DESMI is proud to announce the addition of advanced ballast water testing services to its extensive service palette. When users need to verify the quality of the ballast water onboard to comply with the Ballast Water Discharge Standard, DESMI offers comprehensive testing, analysis, and evaluation to ensure users can sail smoothly and safely. Analytical testing services On September 4th, DESMI signed a contract with Eurofins Maritime Services, a part of the international group of Eurofins lab...

Vokèra by Riello, a trusted name in heating solutions for over 40 years, is proud to introduce the top-tier Vokèra Pinnacle boiler range, an embodiment of their commitment to cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and customer-centric design. Vokèra by Riello is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Available in combi and system variants, the Pinnacle boasts an A-rated, 94% seasonal energy efficiency in spac...

AtmosZero, the company on a mission to decarbonize steam, announced that former industrial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) executive, Michael Schwartz, has joined its Board of Directors.  Michael Schwartz assumes this role as AtmosZero scales manufacturing for its Boiler 2.0 technology globally and continues to expand its reach into new applications and sectors. Prior roles of Schwartz Schwartz served as the President and CEO of DAA, a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, L...

For 50 years, Danfoss’ reliable sensors have helped supertankers secure efficiency in operation and optimization of the energy output. Supertankers sailing the world seas are built to withstand harsh conditions from the humid southern hemisphere to the heavy, cold storms on the North Sea. But it’s what’s inside, that matters. Behind the long vessel’s hull, Danfoss’ Sensing Solutions are working hard to reduce energy costs, monitor engine operations, and convert pow...

Houston-based Propel Air Fans announced the launch of a new product, a first-of-its-kind large industrial standing fan for indoor and outdoor use called the Model 2. The ground-mounted, water-resistant fan – with five aluminum blades ranging in size from 10 to 16 feet – is designed with an adjustable height setting that makes it an ideal use target for parks and other types of outdoor gathering spaces and event venues. Comprehensive cooling solutions “The Propel Ai...

Shadow Industrial, the major supplier of market-renowned commercial infrared heating solutions, announces its strategic partnership with Powrmatic, the global name in HVAC design and complete climate control solutions. The collaboration marks a significant shift in Powrmatic's product offerings, using Shadow Industrial’s acute knowledge of shortwave infrared technology (SWI) to deliver efficient, cost-saving heating solutions to its extensive client base. Cutting-edge heating technologie...

Midlands-based WilSon Energy, a globally renowned provider of fully integrated Heating, Metering, Pre-Payment and Billing & Bureau Services for residential homes and commercial developments, has launched an online store for genuine heating interface unit (HIU) spare and replacement parts. Featuring over 100 products, the online store covers the full spectrum of spare and replacement parts required for WilSon’s range of KaMo and KVM Energy heat interface units, as well as multi-utilit...

Rheem has announced its intent to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH), a major manufacturer of air conditioning products, from Madison Industries. NGH is based in O’Fallon, Missouri with manufacturing in Saltillo, Mexico, and a distribution center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, USA. Rheem to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH) “Nortek Global HVAC has a history of delivering market leading innovations going back over 100 years. Like Rheem, NGH has a collaborative culture with an unwavering c...