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Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organization dedicated to the development and promotion of secure interoperability and energy savings across long-life appliances, HVAC systems, and TVs within the connected home ecosystem announced the release of its HCA Energy Management Specification 1.0 at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on Jan. 9-12, 2024. HCA Energy Management “HCA Energy Management is based on the principle that appliance manufacturers like those involved in the Home Connect...

The owners of globally renowned HVAC specialist - Campbell West have gone back to the future to strengthen the company’s workforce and air-conditioning offer. Steven Campbell and Daniel West left school to become apprentice plumbers and now they have shown their continued faith in the training system with a £10,000 investment in two members of their team. certified F-Gas engineers In a move that underlines Campbell West’s commitment to the development of its personnel, two m...

Danfoss A/S has acquired ENFOR’s district energy software business, with plans to scale its advanced AI-driven energy efficiency optimization worldwide, to enable the decarbonization of cities. Danfoss has acquired ENFOR’s district energy software and will bring the solutions to the global market under the Danfoss Leanheat® suite of sustainable heating and cooling solutions. Leanheat® solution The Danfoss Leanheat® solution combines cutting-edge technology,...

The change negotiations in Vaisala’s Weather and Environment business area in Finland have been concluded. Vaisala started the change negotiations in November to reshape the operations and organization in the Weather and Environment business area in Finland. The changes support the execution of the Weather and Environment business area’s strategy and performance priorities. investments and profitability The aim is to continue efforts to improve the profitability of businesses op...

Due to the increasing concentration of greenhouse gas emissions despite the growth and deployment of renewable energy sources in electricity generation, hydrogen holds promise to significantly reduce carbon emissions in hard-to-abate sectors, including long-haul transport, steel and iron, cement, and chemicals. Hydrogen Hydrogen combusts and releases energy without making carbon dioxide, making it an emissions-free source of energy. This can help to strengthen national energy security...

Just in time for the holiday season, Don Kuhl, a Phoenix native, Air Force Veteran, and Civil Servant received a fantastic gift: a brand-new air conditioning unit installed at his childhood home, currently undergoing renovation. This past November, the public voted and selected Don Kuhl as the winner of Forrest Anderson Plumbing and Air Conditioning's 8th Annual Military Hero Giveaway. "This installation couldn't have come at a better time, especially as we prepare to celebrate the holidays. Th...

To support HVAC and building services professionals in meeting the latest thermal performance guidance, stone wool insulation manufacturer - ROCKWOOL has released its Guide to BS 5422:2023. The new brochure clarifies recent changes to BS 5422, the technical guidance document covering thermal insulation of building services, and is available to download. BS 5422:2023 BS 5422:2023 presents updated specification recommendations for effective thermal insulation of pipework, ductwork, and other bu...

COP28 marked the first Global Stocktake, a key element of the five-year ambition cycle designed to ensure that countries ratchet up their ambition in line with the temperature goals of the Paris Agreement. The COP decision laid out a handful of priority actions needed to close the emissions gap, calling on countries to undertake steps including tripling renewable energy capacity and doubling energy efficiency by 2030, transitioning away from fossil fuels, substantially reducing methane and oth...

Takyeef Factory LLC, one of the major OEM manufacturers of HVACR equipment in the Gulf, has joined the Eurovent Middle East association, driven by its mission on delivering a broad portfolio of premium international products and underlining its commitment to support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in the region. Located on 30,000 square meters in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Takyeef specializes in the manufacturing of standard and customized HVACR equipment, includi...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, introduces its Emerging Business Academy, a streamlined version of its flagship coaching program tailored to the unique needs of growing small businesses. BDR’s Emerging Business Academy, designed for businesses with four people or fewer, guides motivated owners to put specific foundational systems and processes into place to reach revenues of $1 million and beyond....

Prepare to embark on a journey of innovation and exploration at the Cold Chain Exhibition 2024, set to take place on July 10-12, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), in Bangkok, Thailand. As the foremost international exhibition and conference on refrigeration and temperature-controlled logistics in Asia, this event is a pivotal platform for addressing critical challenges faced by the cold chain sector.  About the Event The Cold Chain Exhibition (CCE) i...

The New Flat Rate, the No. 1 price-generating software for home service contractors, has announced the launch of HVAC Lite, their new pricing menu that helps limit technician resistance by providing a straightforward language for HVAC tasks. Different from the fully-featured version of The New Flat Rate’s pricing menus, HVAC Lite removes the verbal packaging component and replaces it with tasks that are written in everyday language. HVAC Lite “The New Flat Rate was designed to do...

Marcone, a North American distributor of home and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool and spa repair parts and equipment, is proud to have sponsored the 36th annual Guns 'N Hoses event. fundraiser for Backstoppers Held November 22 at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, the event is a fundraiser for Backstoppers, which supports the families of fallen or injured first responders. It raised about $1 million and featured 12 boxing or mixed martial arts matchups. Sponsor of G...

Duraplas, a provider of innovative plastic solutions, announced its partnership with MARS, a renowned master distributor in the HVAC-R industry.  Duraplas will provide MARS and its extensive network with access to the innovative PolarPad line of condenser pads to reshape the landscape of HVAC-R products. PolarPad line The HVAC-R industry has long faced limited options for condenser pads due to industry consolidation.  This partnership introduces a welcome change as distributors wil...

At a ceremony at the London Hilton Metropole for the H&V News Awards, Qvantum was presented with the award for Domestic Heating Product of the Year – Boilers, Heat Pumps, and Emitters, overcoming significant competition from other products by Tesla, NIBE Energy Systems, Daikin, Navien and others.   H&V News Awards For nearly 30 years, the H&V News Awards has been recognizing and celebrating the most innovative and customer-focused products of the year, gaining a reputati...

Forrest Anderson Plumbing and Air Conditioning (Forrest Anderson), a family-owned business in the Phoenix area since 1961, is pleased to announce the winner of the 8th Annual Military Hero Giveaway. Don Kuhl, a Phoenix native, Air Force Veteran, and civil servant secured the most public votes to win a free A/C unit in this giveaway that honors the sacrifices of local Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. An AC unit “This is incredible. An AC unit, especially these d...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been awarded a $33 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains to help increase domestic production of electric heat pumps by expanding three U.S.-based manufacturing sites. Combined, these facilities will be able to produce approximately 200,000 electric heat pumps per year, representing a nearly 200% production increase. This substantial volume wi...

Marcone, North America's pioneering distributor for appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts, announced that the U.S. branches of its HVAC division recently joined together to thank military service providers in their communities. Veteran's Day In honor of Veteran's Day on November 11, Marcone HVAC locations celebrated servicemen and servicewomen with cookies and a show of gratitude. Employees who served our country were thanked internally and on social media. Cu...

Mitsubishi Electric will be exhibiting at CIBSE Build2Perform Live 2023, from 5th to 6th December, 2023 at ExCeL, London, United Kingdom, showcasing the range of commercial heat pumps and Hybrid VRF air conditioning solutions, including the Ecodan QAHV commercial heat pump and the City Multi Vertical Hybrid Branch Controller (HBC). The Ecodan QAHV utilizes CO2 and is specifically designed for commercial sanitary hot water applications. It can deliver hot water up to 90°C, making it an ideal...

NIBCO INC., a global provider of flow control solutions, announced its Board of Directors has approved several executive leadership appointments.  These new appointments are effective immediately and reflect the company’s commitment to its long-term growth strategy. new executive appointments Steve Malm Steve Malm has been appointed as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Malm has been with NIBCO since 1996 and has served as President and Chief Operating Officer from 2006...

Midwest-based HVAC distributor - Munch's Supply has announced that Steve Raimondi and Adam Slusher will lead operations in the US states of Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Munch's Supply is part of Marcone Group, North America's distributor of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts. New Responsibilities As Market President of Illinois/Indiana, Steve Raimondi will oversee operations at nine locations throughout the two states, incorporating 400 employees. Adam...

TML Supply Company, part of top North American distributor - Marcone, announced that it has been named Canadian Tempstar Distributor of the Year for the fourth time. The award, given by ICP/Carrier, recognized TML's performance in customer service and sales growth during 2022. TML also earned the award in 2013, 2016 and 2019. Service and product availability "TML's dedication to top-notch service and product availability is an overarching value for our organization," said Mark Mininch, TML Pr...

American Standard® Heating and Air Conditioning, a globally renowned provider of high-quality residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions for over a century, has announced its sixth annual Building a Higher Standard award winners, three of the brand’s exceptional independent dealers nationwide.  Selected from a group of high-achieving nominees, the 2023 winners were ultimately recognized by a blind panel of judges for being champions of American Standard&rsqu...

Heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier - TG Lynes has added an innovative solution for grooved piping systems to its extensive range. TG Lynes has become the only UK stockist of VSH Shurjoint products, which provide welding-free, time-saving solutions for the HVAC, sanitary, and industrial markets. The VSH Shurjoint product line by Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is renowned for reliable connections, easy installation, and safety. VSH Shurjoint A coupling can be instal...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of the first air-cooled variable speed drive (VSD) screw chiller in the United States of America (USA) to use ultra-low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant - R-1234ze.  YORK® YVAA Style B The YORK® YVAA Style B Air-Cooled Screw Chiller, an evolution of the first-generation YVAA, is engineered to drive efficiency now and meet or exceed future regulatory requireme...

The Building Centre in London is holding a free workshop with panel debates and talks led by experts across the construction industry on 15 November 2023. With the industry under more scrutiny than ever to make sure that greener practices are followed, it is important that commercial plumbing looks towards the future to find efficient and productive ways of reducing its carbon footprint. Potential methods include the use of bio-based polymers and new pipework materials. The Future of Sustainab...

INFRICO Supermarket has formally joined Eurovent as its newest Corresponding Member. It is one of the pioneering Spanish manufacturers that provides refrigeration solutions in the HVAC sector. INFRICO Supermarket is the new project of the INFRICO Group for commercial refrigeration, dedicated to the world of food retail through the manufacture and sale of refrigerated displays such as remote group and plug-and-play, cold rooms and condensing units, as well as installation and spare parts. It off...

Groupe Atlantic companies Ideal Heating–Commercial Products and ACV UK will be exhibiting together at this year’s CIBSE Build2Perform Live event, 5-6th December at London Excel, on stand 206.  As part of their Experts Together campaign, both companies will be showcasing their range of commercial heating and hot water solutions and will be presenting a new CIBSE accredited CPD–"Low carbon systems: appliances and applications using heat pump technology." Growth of inn...

A blueprint for energy and operating cost savings helped this South Carolina school district achieve healthy, engaging learning environments for 21 school facilities. “In OCSD, we are focused on ensuring that our students have the very best educational opportunities we can provide, and along with that comes the best facilities in which they will learn. As such, we decided to partner with ABM to deliver improved, healthier facilities for each of our 11,000 students," said Dr. Shawn Foster,...

Home and garden retailer, Robert Dyas, has partnered with proptech firms Facilio and NJRobinson to streamline their energy management practices. The company reported a 20% reduction in energy costs, equivalent to 600,000 pounds worth of savings in just three months of deploying Facilio’s Connected buildings platform across their 93 stores and distribution center. They were also able to save 285 tonnes of CO2 through their energy savings program. cost-conscious culture Speaking abou...