Mini-Split Systems News & Trends

Carrier Corporation (Carrier) has announced the launch of a new line of single-stage split system air conditioners that are compliant with the upcoming 2023 Department of Energy (DOE) minimum efficiency requirements and test procedures. 2023 compliant products Carrier’s latest launch is critical to fully transitioning inventory in the Southern regions to 2023 compliant products, prior to the January 1, 2023 date of installation cutoff for air conditioners sold in the Southern regions. Fi...

Imagine a hot Canoga Park summer without air conditioning? The air conditioning system can be a very best friend on the warmest days. Be sure users take the time to perform basic maintenance regularly as well as invest in a professional checkup at least once a year. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), good maintenance can save money and reduce the energy usage. Here’s a comprehensive air conditioning maintenance checklist, courtesy of the professionals at Tassio Temperature C...

The Danish Business Authority approached Danfoss A/S and asked for clarification as whether JSC Ridan had supplied heat exchangers to the Russian military for military use following Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea and Sevastopol. Danfoss A/S is the parent company of the Danfoss Group. The Russian subsidiary JSC Ridan is 100% owned by ISSAB Holding ApS, Denmark. ISSAB Holding ApS is 100% owned by Danfoss, Denmark. JSC Ridan does not have a board of directors, and the management of J...

Carrier has introduced high-performance heat recovery and free cooling options to its AquaSnap® 30RBP air-cooled scroll chiller range on lower global warming potential (GWP) R-32 refrigerant, providing even greater energy savings and further reducing operating costs for end-users. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Carrier was the first European manufacture...

At the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Conference, UVDI is proud to introduce the next generation UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer is equipped with UV Smart Connect™ cloud communications technology making it even easier and more efficient to use. The newest UVDI-360 features the same independently proven effectiveness and user safety features trusted by over 1,100 hospitals worldwide. UV Smart Connect™ technology UV Smart Connect™ technology...

Whether having a small window unit or a large central air conditioner, doing routine maintenance is considered to be key. Regularly cleaning filters alone can reduce energy usage by 15%. To get the most out of the A/C, follow this air conditioner maintenance checklist and know when to call a professional. Filters Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton paper sheets Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton...

IEA Global Conference on Energy Efficiency brings together decision-makers, as new analysis shows faster action could cut energy use, by equivalent of China’s total demand.   Global energy and climate leaders are gathering in Denmark for a major ministerial meeting that could drive urgently needed improvements in energy efficiency, with new analysis by the International Energy Agency (IEA) showing that stronger efficiency measures can reduce energy bills, fuel imports and gr...

Jobber, the globally renowned provider of home service management software, has announced the general availability of new features that make it easier for home owners to reward their service pros directly with tips and support their businesses through referrals to friends and family. These new features are designed to help service pros better meet increasing consumer expectations for seamless, technology-enabled service experiences. New tipping and referral features “Building a reputati...

The ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group (APG), an informal group of quality management system experts, auditors, and practitioners drawn from IAF and ISO/TC 176, has revised its paper ‘ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group Guidance on: Auditing Competence’. Competence is part of the backbone of any organization. The APG paper has been revised to provide an expanded view in relation to competence requirements throughout the entire body of ISO 9001 requirements.

Dixon Group has again demonstrated its expertise and experience in planning and completing large commercial mechanical installations – and in meeting the highest standards – on two impressive new care home builds. Yorkare Homes chose the specialist, Dixon Integrated Services (DIS) division to complete the full plumbing, heating, air-conditioning and building management systems installations, on two of its latest developments. HVAC systems installation Work Louth Manor, a 72 bedroo...

World pioneers from government and industry will meet in the southern Denmark city of Sønderborg in early June for the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency at a time when energy efficiency solutions have never been more relevant, and needed. The conference is hosted by the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Utilities, with private sector support from global engineering firm Danfoss. Str...

The 21st-anniversary edition of All-Energy 2022, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference and the co-located Dcarbonise 2022 held at Glasgow’s SEC on 11 and 12 May attracted a total attendance of 7,642, more than 250 exhibiting companies from home and overseas, some 575 speakers, and plaudits in plenty. The First Minister of Scotland, Rt Hon Nicola Sturgeon MSP, and Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero, Energy and Transport, Michael Matheson MSP delivered...

Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Social Policy Konstiantyn Koshelenko informed Danfoss that Ukrainian experts had found a Danfoss component in a Russian military vehicle which fell into the hands of Ukrainian soldiers since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The letter included a photo of the military vehicle. Danfoss conducted a thorough internal investigation and within 24 hours replied to the deputy minister that the component in the picture of the military vehicle was presumably a Danfoss c...

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has introduced its YKEA range, the latest air conditioner designed specifically to provide reliable environmental control for server rooms. The indoor and outdoor units come in five capacities ranging from 2.5 kW – 7.1 kW and now can offer outstanding energy efficiency with an improved SEER of up to A+++ SEER in comparison to its predecessor the TKEA. Stable cooling operation Developed to keep server rooms at the optimal temperature, Panasonic&r...

09 June 2022 marks the 15th anniversary of World Accreditation Day (WAD), a day that IAF and ILAC celebrate every year with members, partners, stakeholders, and other organizations in the field of conformity assessment to mark the importance of accreditation. WAD was established in 2007 by the IAF/ILAC Joint General Assembly, and first celebrated in 2008 with the theme of Accreditation: Delivering Trust in the Global Market. Over the years, themes have touched on the broad qualities of acc...

Austrian sensor manufacturer - E+E Elektronik presents its first digital temperature sensing element in the form of the TEE501. It impresses with a measurement accuracy of up to ±0.2 °C and a wide temperature range. The small DFN enclosure with integrated pull-up resistors facilitates the design-in of the sensing element. The TEE501 sensing element is suitable for temperature measurement in an operating range of -40 °C to 135 °C. Multi-point temperature adjustment as a factor...

Users decided to part ways with their old air conditioning (AC) system. It is not always an easy decision to make. But now, users can get ready for a new era of home comfort, with lower utility bills and improved indoor air quality (IAQ). Did users know upgrading the AC can reduce the electricity bill by up to 50 percent, according to the US Department of Energy (DOE)? Oversized air conditioners The next step is finding the perfect make and model for the home needs. Their team at Tassio Tempe...

For home owners who are hanging out inside on a warm spring or hot summer day, they would want to do so in a chill and cool environment. If it does not feel as comfortable as usual, the air conditioner may be blowing out warm air. If when checking out a vent, it is not cool air that home owners are feeling, then there can be a variety of reasons behind this issue, such as: Check the thermostat: An easy fix is that the thermostat got readjusted to a different temperature. Take a moment to tak...

An IAF member shall comply with applicable laws and regulations both domestic and international, and all IAF members shall act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of IAF, not engaging in conduct likely to bring discredit upon IAF (IAF Code of Conduct – IAF PL 1:2009, Issue 2) Accordingly, IAF shall not work with any entity or individual covered by national, international or U.S. sanctions1 (i.e. SDN listed), including entities or individuals identified as, related to, or aff...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the globally renowned manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced a new on-demand webinar, ‘Humidification Systems for Universities.’ DriSteem’s 12-minute on-demand webinar focuses on the many ways humidification is beneficial to faculty, students, and facilities for health, comfort, control, and preservation. Providing proper humidification “Colleges and Universities tend to see a high...

EcoFlow, a portable power and renewable energy solutions company, has announces the launch of the EcoFlow Wave Portable Air Conditioner. With the largest cooling capacity among battery-powered portable air conditioners, the EcoFlow Wave offers eight hours of run time and four flexible charging methods, within a sleek, compact design that comes in at under 40 pounds, making it ideal for camping set-ups, RVs, and small apartments and cabins. EcoFlow Wave Portable Air Conditioner Founded in 2017...

On the evening of May 22, 1922, 300 people were invited by Willis Haviland Carrier, the Founder of Carrier Corporation, to a sheet metal shop in Newark, New Jersey, USA, for a free meal and a boxing match, followed by the unveiling of the first centrifugal chiller technology. Today, Carrier Corporation celebrates the 100th anniversary of the invention of the centrifugal chilling machine that in many ways made the modern world possible. Carrier Corporation is a part of Carrier Global Corporation...

It’s about to heat up here in Canoga Park. Make sure the air conditioner (AC) is primed for the California summer heat rays by scheduling a seasonal maintenance visit. Taking care of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment keeps it at top-rate efficiency. It starts with changing the HVAC air filter at least every 90 days. An air conditioning unit with a consistently clean filter uses up to 15 percent less energy, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)....

Toshiba Carrier UK is helping one of Europe’s top professional Rugby Union clubs to move away from the use of high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, reducing the club’s environmental footprint and ensuring a high-quality indoor environment for its elite sports fitness program. Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd (TCUK) is a joint venture between Toshiba Carrier Corporation and Carrier, which is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and...

Daikin North America LLC (Daikin) has continued its ambitious customer-focused growth with the acquisition of Washington state companies Thermal Supply, Inc. and AirReps, LLC. “We have been very intentional in working toward becoming the clear leader in indoor air comfort solutions in North America,” said Takayuki (Taka) Inoue, Executive Vice President, and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. “We will continue our progress through strategic growth and a concentrated, holistic a...

As the sun shines more and homeowners crave the outdoor air, they know that warmer days are ahead! It is a great time to start thinking about summer and keeping costs down for running air conditioners while still staying cool and comfortable. Ways to Lower AC Costs  Bump it up a little: While a few degrees may not impact the feel of indoor air, they can impact utility bills. Find the optimal temperature that balances comfort and cost. Test out a wide range of temperatures for a few day...

Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is driving the growth of the US$150 billion global district cooling market – which will be the focus of the two-day MENA District Cooling Projects Conference taking place from June 14-15, 2022, in Dubai, UAE. Organized by Great Minds Events Management (GM Events), more than 250 delegates including senior government officials, project owners, developers, utility suppliers, industry experts, and key stakeholders will participate at the MENA Distric...

ABM Franchising Group is pleased to welcome Mountain Air Systems back to the Linc Service network. Mountain Air Systems has been in business since 1985 and is a full-service HVAC mechanical contractor, serving all of Vermont and parts of New Hampshire and New York, in the United States of America.  ABM - Mountain Air Systems partnership "Mountain Air Systems is an industry leader in its market, and we’re excited to see them rejoin the Linc Service network," said Bruce Phibbs, Senio...

World Climate Day is celebrated every year on December 8th. This world day was created by several NGOs, in order to highlight the threats of global warming and the importance of changing people’s habits to limit the negative effects. This day also allows for reminding the population that it is necessary to act in daily gestures and to become aware of the impact of its actions. Climate change and seasonal changes force the population to equip themselves to improve their thermal comfort. Ai...

From the air, it looks like any other modern housing estate, with circles and rows of white houses grouped neatly around a central plaza. A closer look reveals that every house has solar panels on its roof. When the users reach ground level, they notice the careful landscaping, the abundance of trees, and the absence of utility poles. This futuristic complex is the result of a major Panasonic initiative aimed at creating entire communities that are eco-friendly, secure, and comfortable to live...