Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP) News & Trends

TG Lynes has further improved the sustainability and versatility of its fleet by investing in a new electric dropside van. The pioneering heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier has purchased a dropside Ford E-Transit, which is being used predominantly for daily deliveries into Central London. The van has a range of up to 150 miles and a payload of 750 kg. E-Transit It can be charged on-site at TG Lynes’ Enfield base. On a sunny day, all of the required electricity comes...

Energy and water efficiency company - Cenergist has been appointed by the public sector procurement organization - Fusion21, as part of a multi-supplier Heating, Renewables, and Electrical framework. The Fusion21 Heating, Renewables, and Electrical Framework, which is in its fourth generation, is worth up to £820 million over four years. commercial heating installations It aims to support owners of domestic and non-domestic buildings to ensure they are safe and compliant for their journ...

Belimo is excited to announce a free online event for HVAC professionals that will focus on valve technology and how Belimo’s new solution delivers superior performance and ensures seamless and efficient system operation. Real-life examples, as well as tips and insight on improving building systems, specifically in high-flow applications and critical facilities, will be included. It is being held on Thursday, March 7, 2024, and can be accessed from anywhere. Building's climate control P...

Cogeneration plants simultaneously generate electricity and heat, suitable for a wide range of settings from residential buildings to businesses. Their sustainability stems from the high-efficiency combined heat and power (CHP) cycle and the use of renewable energy sources. Consequently, public funding supports both the investment in cogeneration plants and the injection of generated energy into the grid. Purchasing used plants can further accelerate return on investment (ROI) and promote the s...

A. O. Smith will unveil a new heat pump and tankless water heating technology at the 2024 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) from Feb. 27-29, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Products on display Show attendees can check out the new Voltex® MAX heat pump water heater and the Adapt™ Premium Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater with X3® Scale Prevention Technology at A. O. Smith’s booth. Additionally, attendees can learn more about the Voltex® AL and Voltex®...

Low-carbon heating specialist, Daikin UK is working in partnership with colleges and training providers across Greater Manchester to help train the next generation of green heating installers, as the nation shifts away from fossil fuel boilers. Train the Green Trainer Daikin UK in partnership with Quantum Group and the Green Skills Academy will deliver the first ‘Train the Green Trainer’ program for college tutors and staff at nine Greater Manchester colleges, including Hopwoo...

A-Gas, the global pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services, announces Andrew Stride will serve as Director of Operations for their new facility outside of Hamilton, Ontario. Andrew Stride is a licensed Professional Engineer with over a decade of engineering experience. Andrew joined A-Gas in the fall of 2021 as an Engineering Manager. Now, Andrew will bring his experience from one of A-Gas’ industry-pioneering facilities to build...

Building on the success of its highly acclaimed electric boiler range, hot water and heating specialist - ACV UK is pleased to announce the arrival of its new multifunctional E-Tech M mobile heater, which offers a flexible new approach to mobile electric heating and helps keep disruption to a minimum. E-Tech M mobile heater Designed to help speed up the screed drying process, the E-Tech M from ACV UK can also be used as a convenient backup heating solution. Featuring one plug-in that can work...

At the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024 trade show, Siemens Smart Infrastructure will present a broad range of innovative and sustainable products, systems, and solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and installers to accelerate the decarbonization of real estate.  The global marketplace and event, which takes place from March 12 to 15 in Milan, Italy, brings together companies and industry experts from the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration (HVACR),...

CAREL continues its journey towards excellence also in sustainability performance. The year 2024 has started, in fact, with a further important recognition by CDP of the efforts made by the Group in that regard. CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), the global non-profit organization that monitors, among others, corporate performance in the fight against climate change has improved its rating on CAREL, giving it a "B" (in 2022 the rating had been "B-"), thus strengt...

The AHR Expo 2024 brought together the entire spectrum of HVACR industry professionals to showcase new innovations, spotlight trends and build relationships. They had the opportunity to share the pioneering portfolio of building products, technologies, software and services, including the latest BAS & Controls solutions. Hear from Robert Harland, Product Management Pioneer, BAS & Controls, about how they are constantly enhancing the controls lineup to deliver on the building managemen...

Carrier AquaSnap® 30RBP air-cooled scroll chillers operating on lower global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant R-32 are providing high-efficiency cooling and heating for the world’s largest vertical farm in Lydney located in the Forest of Dean district in Gloucestershire, operated by Jones Food Company. Jones Food Company The vertical farm, the size of seventy tennis courts, offers 148,000 square feet of growing space for stacking crops 15 layers high and is expected to supply 1,00...

CAREL’s participation at MCE 2024 CAREL will coincide with the presentation of two innovative new products for the residential heat pump market. Heat pumps are a fundamental element in the decarbonization of the residential heating sector, helping reduce CO2 emissions. The constant growth in sales of heat pumps in Europe and the United States demonstrates the increasing importance of this technology in the HVAC industry. Heat pump refrigerant circuits To address the emerging challe...

Held under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Majid Abdullah Al-Hogail, the Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing in Saudi Arabia, the 12th edition of Big 5 Construct Saudi, the largest construction event to be ever held in the Kingdom, organized by dmg events, is gearing up to welcome visitors from 26 to 29 February 2024 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. Aligned with the goals of Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia has successfully launched nearly $1.25 trillion worth o...

Rebuilding Together, a renowned national non-profit rebuilding communities in need, partnered with Lowe's, the Official Home Improvement Sponsor of the NFL, to provide essential home repairs for six families and community improvements in a Las Vegas-area neighborhood. On Friday, February 9, running back Chase Brown joined nearly 200 volunteers to help revitalize the community as part of Kickoff to Rebuild, an annual Super Bowl-sanctioned event. Lowe's longtime partnership "At Rebuilding Toget...

Danfoss is excited to announce the Alsmart™ Universal Controller platform. Alsmart is a new-generation programmable controller portfolio for the HVAC market. The platform has been designed to meet advanced needs, as well as tomorrow’s combining flexible and advanced control features, multiple communication options, the highest levels of cybersecurity protection, and powerful and easy-to-use programming tools. Alsmart is an enabler allowing manufacturers and end users to deliver sust...

West Branch Local School District in Beloit, Ohio, USA, will be implementing a multi-phase, energy-saving infrastructure upgrade of their student learning environment. Trane® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has collaborated with the district to develop and implement each of the energy savings measures. The district is undertaking a major infrastructure upgrade in three of its buildings; West Branch High School, West Branch Middle School, and Damascus Elementary. New upgr...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has launched a new air source heat pump designed for residential developments, small- to mid-scale commercial, and public sector applications.   The compact and robust Vitocal 200-A Pro is available in 32, 64, and 128 kW outputs and can be cascaded up to 1024 kW for a wide range of applications. All models provide both heating and active cooling within a single appliance and can be operated in bi- or monovalent modes. EVI technology Boasting highly eff...

Modine, a pioneer in innovative heating solutions in the HVAC industry, introduced two new infrared products to its portfolio of heating solutions. Modine is expanding its residential electric product offerings to provide customers and contractors with a variety of heating solutions for commercial and residential spaces. New MEQ and MES series “At Modine, we remain committed to providing our commercial and residential customers with the necessary tools to meet their heating needs,&rdquo...

Friedrich Air Conditioning, a major U.S. manufacturer of premium HVAC solutions, has named Southwestern HVAC Sales as the company’s newest manufacturers’ representation group. A distinguished pioneer in the industry, Southwestern HVAC Sales will extend Friedrich’s distribution network across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and southern New Mexico. strategic partnership The partnership with Southwestern HVAC Sales marks a strategic move by Friedrich to fortify its posit...

Johnson Controls is again recognized for transparency and performance on climate change and named by global environmental non-profit CDP to its annual ‘A List.’ CDP holds the largest environmental database in the world and inclusion on the list underscores Johnson Controls’ unwavering focus on sustainability. 2023 Climate Change questionnaire Based on data reported through CDP’s 2023 Climate Change questionnaire, Johnson Controls is among less than 400 companies that a...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced that its Little Giant brand is expanding its condensate pump product line with the addition of the EC-1U-DV Undermount Mini-Split. The new pump controls HVAC condensate on ductless air conditioning units while keeping pumping equipment tucked safely out of view. It joins Little Giant’s extensive line of industry-renowned condensate pumps. EC-1U-DV Undermount Mini-Split The EC-1U-DV brings the performance of the EC-1-DV Series to a slim undermount un...

In recognition of its environmental leadership and comprehensive disclosure in the area of climate change, Siemens has been included by the CDP on its annual Climate Change A List, the highest possible performance ranking. CDP is a pioneering organization evaluating corporate action on climate strategies. The non-profit assessed more than 21,000 companies on the basis of data reported in its 2023 climate change questionnaire. Siemens is one of the few companies to have received an “A&rdqu...

Select Global Events (SGE), a prominent UK-based exhibitions organizer, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the Rubber Division, ACS. This collaboration will see Silicone Expo USA join forces with the International Elastomer Conference, aligning their events to run concurrently during their respective 2024 editions. The event is scheduled for September 9-12, 2024, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, offering an enhanced value proposition for attendees and exhibitors. strategic ag...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire will be discussing its ventilation solutions at five Specifi Mechanical Services events in 2024, kickstarting the new year off in Manchester in January, before moving on to Bristol and Birmingham in February, London in April and Leeds in October. Held in the evening, Specifi events provide a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, conducive to learning and sharing knowledge. It enables specifiers to discuss their requirements with manufac...

LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its latest heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions at AHR Expo 2024, taking place in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A., from January 22-24, 2024. LG’s energy-efficient residential and commercial HVAC lineups on show at the event delivered exceptional performance and demonstrated the company’s steadfast commitment to environmental responsibility. Air Solution booth In the Air Solution booth, LG is putting the spotlight on several of its cutt...

Re/genT B.V. has formally joined Eurovent as its newest Associate Member. The organization specializes in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps, with an emphasis on green innovations and energy efficiency. Ecodesign requirements Re/genT B.V. has its own R&D and testing laboratory for modern research and development activities. They conduct verification of Energy Labeling and Ecodesign requirements for domestic and commercial refrigerators and freezers, and are actively involved i...

CEO Warrior, a nationally recognized business development, training, and implementation organization for the service business industry, announced that it has become a gold sponsor of Women in HVACR, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades. CEO Warrior’s gold sponsorship is in the consultant and services category. empowering women in HVACR “Women in HVACR’s mission of encouraging women to e...

In this article, Ron Heymann, Senior Regional Manager, HVACR at ABB, will explore the crucial role of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) solutions in hospitals, with a particular focus on the use of variable speed drives (VSDs) to improve indoor air quality and energy efficiency. The quality of HVACR systems holds significant implications, specifically within hospitals, as inadequate air quality and the presence of harmonics in electrical distribution networks can...

With the deadline fast approaching, heating installers across the UK have less than a month left to enter the highly esteemed Heating Installer Awards 2024. Free entry After a remarkably successful eighth year, the competition is set to close entries on February 26th, offering installers the chance to compete for the prestigious title of National Heating Installer of the Year. Supported by industry leaders including The IPG, Polypipe, Refresh PR, Samsung Climate Solutions, CIPHE, an...