Split Condensers News & Trends
Selecting the right mount for a mini-split condenser is a choice that is very important and often overlooked. This decision has a profound impact on various aspects, from the unit's operational efficiency to ease of maintenance. If a mini-split condenser is installed on an unsuitable mount, increased vibration, noise, and potential mechanical issues can come about. Factors like the manufacturer's specs, surrounding environmental conditions, and installation space constraints need to be conside...
When they are one of the largest beverage distributors in the U.S., it’s crucial to stay ahead of the curve on everything that drives customer satisfaction, corporate responsibility, and a strong bottom line. Hensley Beverage Company did exactly that when it collaborated with Chemours and American Refrigeration Supplies, Inc. (ARS) to implement a system utilizing a new-generation A2L refrigerant, Chemours Opteon™ XL20 (R-454C). Completed in 2023, the installation paves the way...
The pressure to meet global climate targets has never been greater and with buildings accounting for 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, there is an urgent need to advance sustainable building technology to help enterprises meet net-zero goals while accommodating for continued growth. 'The Smart Building of the Future', a new paper from Johnson Controls outlines how smart buildings equipped with advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, IoT, cloud, and cybersecurity will help ente...
The demands on refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump systems are increasing. Numerous potential combinations make system design more and more complex. The completely revised BITZER SOFTWARE assists with the selection and combination of compressors and components, all the way to heat exchangers and comprehensive compound systems. BITZER Software Even more, products are integrated, designed even more clearly, and optimized for all devices, these are the advantages of the completely rev...
On the conclusion of COP28 in Dubai: “Coming into COP28 I was looking for three things in relation to the global stocktake: a clear and unambiguous signal that the world will accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels; assurance that this will be reflected in the climate targets of countries to be tabled in 2025; and a commitment to enhance international cooperation to tackle climate change." New climate targets “The outcome of the first global stocktake under the Pari...
TE Connectivity, a globally renowned company in connectors and sensors, has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the 12th consecutive year. This designation continues to demonstrate TE's dedication to sustainable business practices that provide value to its customers and are aligned with the company's commitments to its owners. Dow Jones Sustainability Index The Dow Jones Sustainability Index analyzes approximately 13,000 companies around the world using the Corporate Susta...
Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been named to the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the third consecutive year and the North America Index for the thirteenth consecutive year. The company performed in the 98th percentile in the Building Products industry in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA score as of November 27, 2023), with a perfect score of 100 in the Resource Efficiency and Circularity category. Sustainability practices The No...
Siemens has published its fiscal year 2023 Sustainability Report which demonstrates strong progress towards a range of targets. Since the baseline year of fiscal 2019, the CO2 emissions within Siemens’ own operations have been halved. In addition, more than 90 percent of Siemens’ business enables customers to have a positive sustainability impact: With the aid of Siemens technologies sold in fiscal 2023, customers will avoid around 190 million tons of CO2 emissions–an imp...
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...
ABM, a pioneering provider of facility services, infrastructure and eMobility solutions, announced the initiation of an Energy Performance Contracting program for Orange County Public Schools (“OCPS”), in central Virginia, USA. This marks the third energy savings project for OCPS by ABM. This new project creates an additional $6.7 million in projected energy and operating cost savings over a twenty-year period and includes an extensive upgrade to a critical HVAC mechanical system an...
Release of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Energy Efficiency 2023 report shows that not enough progress is being made on energy efficiency. The report reveals a slowing in global improvements in energy intensity-the IEA’s primary measure of energy efficiency–and, in response, Danfoss President and CEO, Kim Fausing is calling on governments to commit to doubling the rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030 at COP28 to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Keys to me...
Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC) announces enhancements to the Vertex® Evaporative Condenser, where peak reliability meets easy maintenance. For models with the EC Fan System, enhanced controls are now available including a user interface and integral pump control which maximizes uptime and reliability. “In 2018, when we launched the Vertex evaporative condenser, we began our innovation process by seeking to understand what our customers really need and want from us. After that launch,...
Baxi’s Parent company - BDR Thermea Group announced the appointment of Tjarko Bouman as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Tjarko Bouman will join BDR Thermea Group from 1 February 2024, as successor to Bertrand Schmitt, who is stepping down, as announced earlier this week. Refined new strategy Tjarko Bouman is currently CEO of NTS Group, a global company that develops, produces, assembles, and tests complex (opto) mechatronic systems and mechanical modules for high-tech OEMs in sem...
The CO-REF Vietnam (Cold Chain & Refrigeration Exhibition) is gearing up to be a flagship event, poised to unravel the latest advancements, technologies, and solutions in the dynamic realm of cold chain and refrigeration. Scheduled to take place on May 23 - May 25, 2024, the exhibition promises an immersive experience at the World Trade Center, in Binh Duong New City, Vietnam. logistics and refrigeration systems The CO-REF Vietnam 2024 is not just an exhibition; it is a convergence...
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...
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...
Pioneering UK heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi has held an inaugural graduation ceremony at the Coventry Building Society Arena to celebrate the successes of its first group of apprentices. The event recognised the outstanding achievements of Baxi’s first cohort of field engineer apprentices, its degree apprentices, and colleagues from departments across the company who have completed apprenticeships in the last twelve months to help further their career. A visit to the Engin...
Heat transfer specialist Alfa Laval is addressing the challenge of overwhelming choice in the processing industry’s heat exchanger market with a key appointment to its energy division and the launch of its new online design and specification tool, HEXpert. Recent market reports have suggested the global heat exchanger market will increase at a compound annual growth rate of 6% from 2022 to 2031, reaching $34.24bn, demonstrating the technology’s continued critical role in heavy proce...
Some of the coolest additions to Auburn University’s Jordan-Hare Stadium this year come courtesy of Carrier local dealers in Alabama, with five comfort stations now located throughout the stadium for each home football game. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Carrier worked with its regional distributor Mingledorff’s and local HVAC contractor Jackson Services to provide comfort stations at Auburn Tiger home ga...
Daikin Applied has announced two new products that add to its lineup of Trailblazer® air-cooled scroll and Pathfinder® air-cooled screw chillers, and build on the company’s commitment to helping customers decarbonize their facilities. Daikin’s new Trailblazer Chillers Daikin’s new Trailblazer (model AGZ-F) is one of the first chillers available in North America with low global warming potential (GWP) and highly efficient R-32 refrigerant. The company has also added a...
The new TIER 2 Standard Plus service pump is a reliable and efficient service pump, compatible with up to 30% biodiesel. It also offers high performance, while reducing overall costs of installers and end customers. Transitioning to liquid low-carbon fuels is an important part of the CO2 decarbonization journey. Many of these fuels, which are created from different types of raw materials, are already available and will contribute significantly to climate protection together with modern oil-fire...
Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of its new 2024 Ducted Systems Academy training opportunities and industry resources. The industry-pioneering programs feature a combination of hands-on experiences, virtual resources, and on-demand and in-person courses at the state-of-the-art Ducted Systems Academy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All resources are developed by experienced industry experts and designed to help residential and commercia...
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...
According to recent research, a significant portion of office buildings in the United Kingdom do not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) legislation. David Millward, Group Product Manager at Elta Fans, urges building owners and facilities managers to conduct thorough reviews of ventilation systems to fill in any gaps in compliance with the MEES and also Part F of the Building Regulations. Pioneering UK property consultancy Carter Jonas conducted research revealing only 31.6%...
TIME honored Sensibo by listing them among the Top Best Inventions for 2023. TIME’s annual list recognizes products, software and services that are solving compelling problems in creative ways. Sensibo Air Pro, the world’s first smart AC and Heat Pump controller with indoor air quality monitoring, was selected as a special mention in TIME's Best Inventions list for 2023. The TIME recognition comes amidst extreme weather and climate change in various par...
A Dumbarton-based global pioneer in temporary power, temperature control, and energy solutions, Aggreko, is reaffirming its commitment to development, skills, and training as its successful apprentice program celebrates its latest class of graduates. Andrew MacNaughton, Calum Michie, Lewis Chisholm, Derek Collie, and Rafal Fijalkowski will all be graduating from Aggreko’s apprentice program in Scotland, with all being offered permanent roles within the company. developing talent Aggreko...
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, will showcase a range of innovative high-performance and high-efficiency products while serving as a major sponsor of PHCCCONNECT2023, the premier annual conference for plumbing, heating, and cooling professionals. PHCCCONNECT2023, scheduled for October 25-27 in Cleveland, is hosted by the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC), the top national organizat...
IMBAT, one of Türkiye’s major manufacturers of rooftop units, water chillers, and close control units, has been formally approved to join the Eurovent family during a recent meeting of the association’s Board of Directors. Since 1991, IMBAT has been one of Türkiye’s market pioneers in developing solutions in air conditioning and food refrigeration areas by manufacturing energy-efficient products such as rooftop units, cold storage devices, air conditioners, and water...
Midea America, a manufacturing partner of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge, has completed lab testing with its forthcoming cold-climate heat pump system and is proud to announce the outstanding results. Midea’s 3-ton model achieved 118% of rated capacity heating output at -15 degrees Fahrenheit–meaning the Midea unit can utilize the heat pump for primary heating, reducing the need for auxiliary heat strips or other heating sour...
Air Pros USA, a pioneering residential air conditioning services company and one of the fastest-growing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning companies in the nation, is honored to announce it has become the official Air Conditioning partner for the Florida Panthers. This is a multi-year partnership and the first NHL partnership for Air Pros USA. Starting this fall, Air Pros USA will receive corporate partner benefits with the NHL team, most notably their logo embellished on the state-of-t...
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