RAC News & Trends

In pursuit of Xylem’s pledge to Building Better Futures and a focus on continuous improvement and excellence across all systems and solutions, Bell & Gossett’s redesigned Glycol Make-Up Unit GMU560 offers new enhancements. Ideal for use with automatically recharging glycol or glycol/water recirculating systems, this upgraded model is engineered with efficiency in mind. Critical system pressure levels The utilization of a 115V Flojet diaphragm pump helps maintain critical syste...

According to the British voting public, UK political parties aren’t doing enough to prioritize Sustainability​ in the upcoming election. With nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of Britons saying that green issues should be one of the top priorities in the General Election, politicians who don’t are clearly out of step with public opinion. building heating emissions With 17% of heating emissions from buildings coming from homes in the UK, it is no wonder that these issues are important...

Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, a globally renowned HVAC, plumbing, and electric service company, located in Glenpool, Oklahoma, is celebrating its 10th year as one of the greater Tulsa area’s most successful home service companies and hopes to continue providing services to residents for years to come. "Our mission has been to serve people since day one," said Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric Vice President and Co-Owner, Cassie Pound, adding "We’...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the creation of a dedicated Global Data Center Solutions organization, focused specifically on operationalizing Johnson Controls' global scale to provide integrated solutions to data center customers around the world in support of the company's business segments.  Todd Grabowski, President, Global Data Center Solutions, will lead the Global Data Center Solutions organization, reporting directly to...

Carrier announced the release of its latest building automation software, i-Vu® v9. This new software redefines the standards of efficiency and user-friendliness in managing building operations, providing operators with the tools they need to streamline operations and optimize their buildings' performance in real time. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Sustainability goals "The suite of new features in...

Kepier School's phased transition to low-carbon CIAT heating technologies has delivered generous energy savings within a year of installation. CIAT worked with partners to initiate the school’s journey to net zero in 2022, returning to measure performance and optimize the system. CIAT is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. New high-efficiency heat emitters CIAT worked with BREng Hull Ltd, AA Projects, Quora Group, and Cool...

As National HVAC Tech Day approaches on June 22nd, it's the perfect time to celebrate and acknowledge the dedicated HVAC technicians who work tirelessly to ensure users' comfort, often in extreme conditions and challenging environments. In 2024, Midea, an innovator in air treatment solutions, is proud to spotlight its commitment to the future of the HVAC industry through recent and ongoing donations to trade schools and colleges. advanced heat pump technology These donations of advanced...

Commercial buildings are huge, and they require huge HVAC systems to make the large space comfortable for people. Unlike home units that cool just one house, office buildings require powerful equipment that can handle up to hundreds of tons. That is why building owners need to carefully choose the right HVAC system for their building based on the size and the number of visitors every day. To choose the right HVAC system for any commercial property, owners will need the help of professional HVAC...

Artificial intelligence will either add to the burden on their already-strained electrical grid or people can use it to solve their most complex demand optimization problems, paving the way to a secure energy future. The choice is theirs. It is encouraging to see American homes, vehicles, and new industrial facilities moving away from fossil fuels in favor of clean electricity. A less welcome trend is the rapid growth in electricity demand that the power grid is unprepared for. The proliferatio...

In an effort to help facilitate faster and more reliable installations, REHAU has launched its new PP-R fiber range, which means REHAU can now provide a complete O-ring-free plumbing solution for commercial and multi-residential buildings. The new PP-R fiber system can be used in perfect combination with REHAU’s flexible RAUTITAN PE-Xa plumbing system, with a new PP-R to RAUTITAN adapter created specifically to allow a complete polymer solution from 16-125 mm. O-ring-free plumb...

It is important to clean the air conditioning system properly: Cleaning the air conditioning system ensures that the product functions properly. Paying attention to the cleanliness of the system will increase its lifespan. Step 1 – Know how to maintain the air conditioning: First of all, it is important to clean the air filters in order to remove dust and other particles that may have settled and be causing discomfort. This is a quick process and should ideally be done every two weeks whe...

Current announces the appointment of Shannon Thomas as the new Vice President of Marketing. She brings a wealth of expertise and a visionary approach to help drive the company's strategic growth. "With a strong background in product commercialization and a perspective that sets her apart in the lighting industry, Shannon brings unique talent to the table," said Current Chief Commercial Officer, Chip Taylor, adding "Her experience leading and building marketing teams will play a vital role in sh...

Indoor air quality (IAQ) has been getting a lot of attention. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that air inside buildings can be two to five times more contaminated than the air outside.  It is disconcerting when users consider on average they spend around 90 percent of time indoors. One of the key contributors to indoor pollution is volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals contaminate indoor air and can negatively affect the health and well being of occupants. V...

Marcone Group gathered its top sales and HVAC operations pioneers in St. Louis recently for two periods of training, planning, and networking, as part of its initiative to further extend its leadership as one of North America’s largest distributors of equipment, repair parts, and solutions. More than 250 professionals reviewed best practices and expectations for Marcone during the company’s first-ever sales summit. It included team members from the appliance, HVAC, plumbing and comm...

On May 29, 2024, Danfoss Turbocor® celebrated the opening of its new 145,000-square-foot production facility, driven by market growth and the adoption of oil-free, magnetic bearing technology. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by over 100 people, including customers, community members, Danfoss President and CEO - Kim Fausing, and descendants of Danfoss Founder - Mads Clausen. TTS/TG/TH lines The additional facility will host state-of-the-art manufacturing for TTS/TG/TH lines for Da...

Carrier Solutions UK held an exclusive VIP residential and light commercial (RLC) event at the AJ Bell Stadium in Salford, home of the Sale Sharks Rugby Club.  Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Carrier RLC EMEA The event offered a unique opportunity to explore the expanded capabilities of the newly formed Carrier RLC EMEA, following Carrier's acquisition o...

Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Domenico Traverso as the President of its Fluid Conveyance division, effective June 1. In addition to his new role, Traverso will continue to serve as President, Incubation division, and lead the Business Development and Innovation function. Domenico Traverso reports directly to Eric Alström, President of Danfoss Power Solutions, and plays a key role on the Power Solutions Leadership Team. He is based at the company’s offices in Hamburg, Germany....

With around 14% of food worldwide lost due to a lack of effective refrigeration, enough to feed one billion people, Danfoss is calling for more attention on the need to establish sustainable and energy-efficient cold-chain infrastructure. The required investments in sustainable cold chains are even more evident in Sub-Saharan Africa where up to 40% of food is lost between farms and markets, with two-thirds of this in the first mile. Greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 The need to spu...

Bluon, Inc., an innovative software company focused on increasing productivity for HVAC contractors and their service technicians announced a strategic partnership with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades. The new partnership places Bluon in ServiceTitan’s Technology Partner Program and sets the stage for various levels of integration between the two platforms. home-grown A.I. support platform HVAC contractors have unique challenges due to the extreme complexity...

Fieldpiece Instruments, a pioneer in test instruments and tools for HVACR professionals for over 30 years, is proud to announce the winners of the third annual #MasteroftheTrade program. Six deserving students have been selected to receive $2,500 each to fund their continued education in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) trade or the option of an in-kind tool donation to jumpstart their careers. #MasteroftheTrade program Administered through SkillsUSA, the...

Baxi has underlined its commitment to cross-industry collaboration by becoming a member of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). The heating and hot water specialist will use its BMF membership to continue to lead the transition to cleaner, low-carbon solutions, by strengthening relationships with other key suppliers and collaborating on industry issues. energy-efficient heating Baxi’s strong research and development platform and the financial strength of BDR Thermea Group means the...

Exotec®︎, a global warehouse robotics provider, announced that First Supply, the largest Wisconsin-based wholesaler of HVAC, Builder, Plumbing, Lighting, Waterworks, Industrial PVF, Pump, Well, and Septic supplies, has partnered with Exotec to install cutting-edge warehouse robotics at its new 308,000-square-foot distribution center in Western Wisconsin. improving productivity Like many companies experiencing strong growth, First Supply was challenged with changing its operating model...

Energy and water efficiency company - Cenergist has been appointed by procurement framework provider - Pagabo as a supplier to its £1.6 billion Decarbonization Solutions Framework. The framework covers four years and supports public sector bodies and local authorities throughout the UK to procure suppliers for retrofit decarbonization works across their building stock. healthcare-specific framework Hull City Council is serving as the contracting authority for the framework. This al...

The University of East London (UEL) has reduced its carbon emissions by 10 percent from its 2020/21 baseline to 2022/23 in the first phase of its new net zero strategy, putting the organization on track to achieve its 2030 net-zero target.  UEL partnered with technology company - Siemens to develop the strategy, which included a roadmap to reduce carbon emissions across the university’s campuses in the London Docklands and Stratford, which are home to 25,000 students.  The firs...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has announced a charitable donation of $10,000 to Home Repair Services (HRS) of Kent County, a nonprofit organization that offers income-based services to vulnerable homeowners in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. The donation will be directed to the repair program, one of HRS’s three key organizational pillars. The program is designed to address and resolve health, safety, and sanit...

Danfoss Power Solutions has announced the launch of its IK1-G pistol grip remote control. Designed for safe, reliable, one-handed remote operation of machine functions, the robust yet compact transmitter features optimized ergonomics, intuitive operation, and high configurability. The Danfoss IK1-G remote control is specifically designed for telescopic, service, and loader cranes, as well as tow trucks. Danfoss IK1-G remote control The IK1-G remote control provides significantly improved ergo...

Marcone, a North American distributor of home and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool and spa repair parts and equipment, announced a new partnership with local commerce platform - DoorDash to offer nationwide on-demand parts delivery. Same-day delivery Same-day delivery in under an hour, on average is available via DoorDash Drive, DoorDash’s white-label fulfillment platform that powers direct delivery for businesses. The option allows technicians to continue wo...

SMS Environmental is excited to announce the release of the new white paper, 'Advancing Legionella Management: The Benefits of Transitioning from Manual to Remote Temperature Monitoring', which delves into the crucial topic of temperature control within water systems and its impact on Legionella bacteria. For those who don't know, Legionella bacteria is responsible for Legionnaires' disease, a potentially deadly form of pneumonia, making effective control measures a top priority for public heal...

EllisDon, a global construction and building services company, announces a new partnership between its Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division and J2 Innovations, a platform provider for smart buildings, smart equipment, and the Internet of Things (IoT).  FIN Framework The collaboration will see EllisDon utilize J2 Innovations’ FIN Framework, a flexible open software framework, enabling original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create automation and IoT applica...

The HVAC industry is beginning to transition to new refrigerants required by the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020, which gradually phases down the use of existing classes of refrigerants and establishes new requirements for the refrigerants used in air conditioners and heat pumps. The new class of refrigerants has a lower global warming potential than current ones. As part of this transition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set transition dates for new equipm...