Humidifiers News & Trends

CAREL has published a new white paper entitled "Energy Saving in Adiabatic Humidification: Principles, Applications, and Benefits". In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, adiabatic humidification continues to establish itself as a key solution for industries seeking efficiency and sustainability. This white paper explores the potential of adiabatic humidification, a process that adds moisture to the air without the need for external heat sources. Through a comprehensive examination of i...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the globally renowned manufacturer of humidity control, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced the release of its latest whitepaper titled 'Understanding Humidification Solutions: Selecting the Right Type of Humidifier'. Humidifiers play a vital role in maintaining the right moisture balance for air in commercial facilities, safeguarding materials, optimizing processes, and contributing to a healthier and more comfortable working environme...

The CAREL Group has published a new white paper on humidity, temperature, and heat recovery control in painting processes, to disseminate knowledge that can be useful in reducing energy consumption and environmental impact, as well as obtaining high-quality and long-lasting coatings. Paint booths are subject to several national and international regulations and standards that define the essential design requirements to ensure proper operating and safety conditions for operators and equipment.&n...

NetScientific Plc, the deep tech and life sciences VC investment group, announces that its portfolio company Ventive has successfully closed a c.£900,000 investment.  The Investment included £316,000 from existing shareholders and the conversion of two existing convertible loans (and interest thereon) valued at c.£600,000. This is the first closing as part of Ventive’s proposed £1 million to £1.5 million investment program, with further new investment an...

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...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced it has invested in its collaboration with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) to strengthen its commitment to healthy building solutions for both its employees and customers. Johnson Controls' designation as a WELL Enterprise Provider (EP) helps customers meet their business objectives in areas such as ESG reporting, human and social capital management, and workplace strategy and policy....

Resideo Technologies, Inc. (Resideo), a major global provider of solutions for home comfort, security, and safety, has launched its Honeywell Home T10+ Smart Thermostat Kits. Resideo has enhanced its popular ENERGY STAR® certified Honeywell Home T10 Pro Smart Thermostat that was first released in 2019. Honeywell Home T10+ Smart Thermostat Kits The new Honeywell Home T10+ Smart Thermostat Kits with RedLINK® 3.0 offer additional control over three types of indoor air quality (IAQ) equip...

At ISH 2023, to be held in Frankfurt from 13 to 17 March, CAREL will be participating for the first time ever as a Group, presenting a global HVAC offering together with Group companies Enginia, HygroMatik, Klingenburg, and Recuperator. Sustainable solutions On show will be a complete range of innovative and sustainable solutions to improve indoor air quality, increase performance and reduce energy consumption. The primary objective is to guarantee correct air recirculation, as well as to co...

DRI-STEEM Corporation, the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to announce the addition of Adiatec® ultrasonic humidifiers to their evaporative cooling and humidification product line. Adiatec ultrasonic humidifier The DriSteem Adiatec ultrasonic humidifier uses high-frequency oscillating piezoelectric transducers to agitate the water, causing it to develop into very small droplets of mist. This fine mist is carried out of th...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. and their Little Giant brand are once again bringing innovative new products and experiences to HVACR professionals at AHR Expo, February 6-8 in Atlanta (booth #6349). AHR expo participation In addition to hands-on time with products, the company will host a special AHR Expo seminar on February 6 at 1:15 p.m. in Theater C. During the session, Little Giant Corporate Trainer Jeremiah Brodie will share information on how to select HVACR and wastewater product solutions...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. brand Little Giant is giving HVAC professionals a durable, proven option when it comes to condensate removal with the HT-VCL Series – a line of high-temperature condensate pumps plenum rated for use within the tight floor and ceiling spaces HVAC units must often go. The units are considered the highest-performing pumps in the Little Giant family. HT-VCL Series The HT-VCL Series is built for optimum performance in handling a variety of challenging settings...

Trane®, a residential HVAC brand of Trane Technologies, has been named America’s Most Trusted® HVAC Brand nine years in a row by Lifestory Research. 5-star Smart Thermostat Brand The 2023 ranking stems from Lifestory Research’s America’s Most Trusted Study which surveyed 7,468 people in the United States, between January and December of 2022, who were actively shopping for an HVAC System. Beyond earning the #1 ranking in the study, Trane received the highest Net Trust...

ECM Technologies, an emerging pioneer in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation, is proud to announce the completion of its first treatment phase as part of its $2.5 million City of Phoenix contract. The Phoenix-based company recently completed ThermaClear® treatment of Fire Department properties including station houses, command centers, FD headquarters, training facilities, a 911 call center, and special operations and resource facilities. In 2016, the City of Phoenix established its 205...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced it has been recognized as one of the World's 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights for the ninth year in a row. Evaluation criteria Companies on the Global 100 represent the world's top sustainability performers and are analyzed across 25 areas of performance, including sustainable revenue, capital expenditures, acquisitions, and research and development. Johnson Controls is ranked #1...

Modine Coatings, a division of Modine Manufacturing Company and a pioneer in corrosion-resistant coatings technology for the HVAC industry, is partnering with Target Sales to expand access to the GulfCoat® Contractor Series product line and the Insitu® Spray Applied Coating Services. As part of the partnership, Target Sales, a RectorSeal manufacturing representative, will market Insitu® Spray Applied Coating Services and the complete line of GulfCoat® Contractor Series products...

Aceleron, which has designed and built the only battery energy storage system (BESS) that can be taken apart for repair, replacement, and upgrade, has partnered with Nuenta, one of the largest distributors of renewable and environmental supplies in the UK. Using Aceleron’s patented technology, the Offgen is an all-in-one, modular energy storage system designed for off-grid or grid-tied residential and light commercial use. Designed to work seamlessly with solar PV systems, it has several...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, has scheduled an additional session of Profit Launch in February to meet the growing demand for the premier live online business planning workshop for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and home services contractors. The newly announced session of Profit Launch is scheduled for Feb. 1-3. “Business owners are looking for guidance on successfully navigating the challenges fa...

Airxchange is now providing link style replacement belts for all Energy Recovery Wheels, sizes ERC-36 to ERC-156! Belts come precut to the exact length and tension required: immediate plug-and-play replacements. Features Following are the features of the wheel: Fast, Easy Installation – Interlocking design can be rolled onto the wheel without removal of the bearing or wheel assembly Longer Belt Life vs. Rubber Belt – Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, and highly resist...

As part of its environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) agenda, Hi-line Industries, a UK-based pioneer in the design, manufacture, and installation of energy-efficient compressed air purification equipment provides extensive support for the sporting community in the Burton upon Trent area. The company is a main sponsor at both Burton Albion Football Club and Burton Rugby Football Club. Hi-line Industries, which has its headquarters in Burton’s Green Street, is a member of the...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is proud to graduate the inaugural class from year one of its new, industry-first Trusted Advisor program. The 40 graduating students received an extensive education that goes beyond product knowledge, making them far more prepared to support contractors than the industry norm. The graduation event was held at the Ducted Systems Academy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in August 2022 and included student presentations, a fa...

Rising relative humidity rates across the UK are presenting challenges for the construction and maintenance of a range of buildings, not least data centers. With critical infrastructure requiring particular humidity levels for optimal operations, Billy Durie, Global Head of Sector – Data Centres at Aggreko, discusses best practices in temperature and moisture control for data centers. Due to the sensitivity of their systems and equipment, data centers have a specific relative humidity lev...

Suffolk County Council Public Health launches an Air Quality survey in the Ipswich area to help inform future intervention in the town. The survey aims to measure current levels of understanding about air quality and current work going on in this area to mitigate its impact, in order to inform future approaches to improve air quality in the town.   The survey will be supported by an air quality event held on Ipswich Cornhill, on Monday, 24 October, 2022, between 11 am and 3 pm. Raising aw...

Plastic Hebert is a producer of injection moulded plastic packaging for the food industry, with a wide-ranging client portfolio that includes small manufacturers and multi-national blue chip companies. A comprehensive air audit, conducted by AIRMATICS™ and INOV, at the firm’s plant in Orgelet, France, revealed that over 20 percent of energy relating to its air compressors was being wasted. As a company committed to environmentally responsible manufacturing and minimizing its carbon...

Many individuals are concerned about their well-being and want to take proper precautions to take care of their health. While most people are conscious of proper nutrition and exercise, many neglects to take care of their indoor air quality. Poor indoor air quality can have negative consequences on an individual’s health, and it’s important that the air we breathe is safe for their well-being. At Van Drunen Heating and Air, they can help users understand the importance of proper ai...

The Vineland Veterans Home, located in Vineland, New Jersey, is the state’s oldest veteran’s home, continually operating since 1899. The Vineland Home has provided services to New Jersey Veterans from every war or armed conflict since the Civil War. Their new state-of-the-art, Medicare-certified nursing home was built in 2005 and accommodates up to 300 residents. Given the critical nature of health care facilities, proper ventilation, humidity control, and building pressurization is...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announces a new resource program to help residential HVAC distributors and contractors navigate savings incentives available to residential customers from clean energy programs, including the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act. With a record US$ 370 billion reserved spending on climate and energy initiatives, and a carbon reduction goal of 40% by 2030, the Inflation Reduction Act places a strong focus on providing...

As the world moves to a net zero future, so too must the data centers market, particularly given energy consumption within the sector is only set to rise. Though the green transition is already well underway, most global data centers will require new solutions to enable the move toward renewable energy sources.  expanding sustainability requirements Uptime Institute’s September 2022 Environment & Sustainability Intelligence Report notes that data centers are subject to an expand...

CoolSys™, the refrigeration, HVAC, engineering and energy solutions company, announced that the Denver division of CoolSys Energy Solutions has earned the 2021 Energy Efficiency Partner Award from Xcel Energy for its work with Albertsons Companies in the Denver metro region. As a large utilities company in Colorado operating in eight states in the West and Midwest regions, Xcel Energy presents this award on an annual basis to recognize customer projects that result in energy savings. Aut...

Humidity in homes is both a blessing and a curse. Much of Canada faces exceptionally dry winters and oppressively humid summers. This means, everyone is trying to increase humidity, during part of the year, and remove it quickly, during other times. Measuring and maintaining the home humidity levels can be a challenge, one that never seems to end. Throughout the winter months, humidity has to be increased in homes, making it easier to breathe, keeping the houseplants happy, and bringing some re...

Johnson Controls announces its collaboration with 3Degrees, a firm that helps organizations around the world achieve renewable energy and decarbonization goals. The new collaboration aims to accelerate building owners' and operators' progress toward net zero by leveraging 3Degrees' large-scale environmental commodity solutions, including Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) transactions, long-term renewable energy procurement, carbon credit portfolio management, transportation decarbonization, an...