Thermostats News & Trends

Dura Products Launches New Mainstream, Cost-Efficient Recycled Plastic Channel Drainage

Sustainable construction innovator, Dura Products, has added a new low-profile, low-cost eco-friendly unit to its range of standard recycled and recyclable heavy-duty linear surface drainage systems. Durachannel 160 has been designed to suit mainstream applications such as forecourts, carparks, highways and any surface or structure requiring efficient linear drainage. A shallow-depth injection molded D400 linear unit manufactured with high recycled plastic content, Durachannel 160’s monol...

Ideal Heating Reinvests Apprenticeship Funding To Support Local Small Business

Delighted to have supported a local independent business by funding an apprenticeship for one of its employees. They have used part of the Apprenticeship Levy funding to pay for business services provider Bell4Business employee Connor Docherty to undertake a digital marketing apprenticeship. The apprenticeship will support the next stage of 21-year-old Connor’s professional development and enable Bell4Buisness to expand by offering additional services, thereby also benefiting its cli...

Industry Pioneers, Levergy and Ripley PR, Join Forces At AHR Expo To Outline Best Practices For Building Trust With Customers

Pioneering home service experts Heather Ripley and Ryan Redding will bring years of experience to an exclusive presentation at the AHR Expo on January 22 in Chicago. The duo is set to discuss strategies home service business owners can implement to forge better connections with customers and grow their business. “Building Trust and Success: The Essential Role of Reputation in Home Services Businesses” will be presented at 9:30 a.m. in S405a and is free to all registered AHR att...

Modine: Airedale’s ClassMate® Provides Parry McCluer Football Team With Cooler Air For Fieldhouse

Preparation for football season starts well before two teams take the field on Friday nights. It starts during spring practice and summer workouts. For Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, Virginia, those practices were brutal both on the gridiron and in their athletic fieldhouse. Temperatures inside the facility were hot and muggy. Some days, temperatures inside the fieldhouse would reach into the 80s and 90s. Because of the uncomfortable conditions, the facility was being underutilized...

Ideal Heating: Extended The Partnership With West Bromwich Albion FC For A Record Ninth Season

Delighted to announce the extended Principal Sponsor partnership with West Bromwich Albion Football Club by a further three years. First became the club’s Principal Sponsor in 2018 and they are thrilled that this extension will take the tenure to a record-breaking ninth season. Under the new deal, the logo will feature on the shirts worn by Albion men’s and women’s teams, and all youth age groups, as well as on those proudly owned by thousands of supporters. It means they...

Hensley Beverage: Opteon™ XL20 Paves The Way For A2L Technology In Commercial Refrigeration

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...

Laars® Heating Systems Introduces New NeoTherm® XTR Commercial Boilers And Volume Water Heaters

Laars® Heating Systems, a pioneering U.S. designer and manufacturer of boilers, water heaters, and pool heaters used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, announces the release of the new NeoTherm® XTR commercial boilers and volume water heaters. The NeoTherm XTR is available as a condensing boiler or volume water heater, with venting up to 150 equivalent feet, has top water and gas piping connections, and can be common-vented, offering increased installatio...

Resideo Announces Subscription Partnership With FilterEasy

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security and safety, announced a partnership with FilterEasy to launch a filter replenishment service. Resideo’s first direct-to-consumer subscription service will provide consumers with HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) air filter replacements when they need them. Filter replenishment service The filter replenishment service will feature FilterEasy’s innovative 1-inch M...

Marcone Honors Fallen Soldiers

Employees of Marcone, North America's major distributor of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen and pool and spa parts, recently joined thousands across the country in placing wreaths on the gravesites of fallen soldiers in an act of gratitude for their sacrifice. On Saturday, Marcone employees took part in Wreaths Across America, a nationwide initiative involving two million volunteers placing wreaths at more than 3,700 cemeteries across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and abroad. Marcone Exp...

SNIPEF Responds To Scottish Government's 'Starting A National Conversation On The Heat Transition In Scotland'

In response to the publication of the Scottish Government's 'Starting a National Conversation on the Heat Transition in Scotland,' Fiona Hodgson, Chief Executive of the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers Federation (SNIPEF), said, "We welcome the start of this crucial dialogue by the Scottish Government and particularly applaud the increased commitment to incorporating industry expertise into establishing achievable targets." She adds, "This represents a significant step forw...

Carrier Announces Agreement To Sell Carrier Commercial Refrigeration To Haier

Carrier Global Corporation, a globally renowned company in intelligent climate and energy solutions, entered into a definitive agreement to sell its global commercial refrigeration business to its decades-long joint venture partner - Haier (stock ticker: 600690) for an enterprise value of $775 million, including approximately $200 million of net pension liabilities. This represents about 16.5x 2023 expected EBITDA. The announcement follows last week's agreement to sell Carrier's Global Access S...

Ford And Resideo Launch 'EV-Home Power Partnership' Project Driving Vehicle-To-Home Energy Management Benefits For Customers

Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the 'EV-Home Power Partnership', designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. full-size electric truck The project will explore, test, and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bill...

Ford And Resideo Announces A Joint Simulation Project To Explore Vehicle-To-Home (V2H) Energy Management

Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announces a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the ‘EV-Home Power Partnership,’ designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. The project will explore, test and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bills, reduce stra...

Baxi's Parent Company - BDR Thermea Group Appoints New CEO

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...

Logic Air – Ideal Heating’s Flagship Heat Pump, Designed For Boiler Installers

Logic Air – the flagship heat pump of Ideal Heating is designed for boiler installers. The company has launched the perfect product for boiler installers moving into the heat pump market – Logic Air. This brand new monobloc air source heat pump has been specifically designed for boiler installers and the UK domestic market. It’s Ideal Heating’s flagship low carbon product, designed by the same experts behind their Logic range of boilers. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wilkinson, Pr...

Baxi Celebrates Apprentices’ Success At Inaugural Graduation Ceremony

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...

Installation Of Smart Thermostats With Air Docs

Welcome to the world of smart living! In today’s rapidly evolving world, where technology is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of the lives, it’s no surprise that even thermostats have become smarter. Smart thermostats have risen to prominence in recent years, offering a range of benefits that extend far beyond the realm of simple temperature control.  smart thermostats When Smart Thermostats are installed correctly by experienced professionals, they bring many ben...

Introducing The Gradient All-Weather 120 V Window Heat Pump: The Ultimate Solution For Year-Round Comfort And Savings

Gradient, a company built by thermal scientists to rethink HVAC and build products that are good for the planet and great at cooling and heating homes, announced the All-Weather 120 V Window Heat Pump. The new product from Gradient provides efficient, climate-friendly heating and cooling in the coldest winters and hottest summers, all while operating quietly and minimizing noise.  Selected by the Biden administration to feature at American Possibilities: White House Demo Day as an example...

Danfoss Turbocor® Celebrates A Milestone

Danfoss Turbocor, manufacturer and pioneer of the first oil-free, magnetic bearing compressor for the HVAC industry, is celebrating its 10th anniversary as a wholly-owned Danfoss company. Initially founded in 1994 and later becoming a joint venture with Danfoss in 2004, its Turbocor® compressors have delivered versatile and unmatched efficiency, with low-Global Warming Potential compatibility, helping to reduce emissions while earning strong return on investment for customers. Zero perform...

BDR's Trailblazer Sales Academy Empowers Territory Managers With Key Leadership And Sales Skills

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces its 2024 program for Trailblazer Sales Academy, an ongoing online training program for territory managers and distribution sales team members that focuses on developing sales skills, leadership agility and a strategic vision for territory growth. top territory managers Trailblazer Sales Academy features four live virtual workshops from January through May to he...

Breathe Better, Live Better: Nuaire Sponsors World Ventil8 Day 2023

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire is proud to be a sponsor of this year’s World Ventil8 Day, being held on 8th November. World Ventil8 Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of ventilation as a crucial part of enabling the health and well-being of people. This is just the second year for World Ventil8 Day, with its inaugural year in 2022 generating substantial media coverage, reaching 25 million people across social media, and attracting high-profil...

Interamericana University Of Puerto Rico Implements Sensibo Airbend To Improve Air Quality In Classrooms

Interamericana University of Puerto Rico has implemented Sensibo Airbend, a new software allowing them to manage air conditioning and air quality monitoring devices in bulk, reducing heating and cooling costs, while ensuring healthy air quality for students, over the course of ten years. Sensibo is a pioneering Climate Tech company that combines smart ACs with a more sustainable world. Air rate in classrooms Interamericana University of Puerto Rico has been looking for ways to keep its s...

Air Docs Winter HVAC Troubleshooting Guide

While Vero Beach isn’t known for snow, winter is quickly approaching and with the season it brings along its own set of problems when it comes to the home’s HVAC system. Because of this is important to stay ahead of potential issues and know how to troubleshoot them if temperatures drop to freezing and issues arise.  common HVAC system issues This introduction will discuss some of the common HVAC system issues at Air Docs, such as troubleshooting pilot light failures, frozen...

INFRICO Supermarket Becomes Eurovent Member

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...

DENSO Hosts Press Conference At Japan Mobility Show 2023

Denso Corporation (DENSO) hosted a press conference at Japan Mobility Show 2023, held at Tokyo Big Sight, in Tokyo, Japan, on October 26, 2023. Shinnosuke Hayashi, President and COO introduced the strategy to maximize their contributions to “Green” and “Peace of Mind.” Shinnosuke Hayashi, President and COO of Denso Corporation (DENSO) said that it is a great pleasure that the Tokyo Motor Show, which has attracted much public attention for decades, has been renamed the Ja...

BDR’s Self-Paced Courses Offer Training Opportunities To Support Contractors’ And Distributors’ Busy Schedules

Business Development Resources (BDR), a trusted provider of business coaching and training services for the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries, introduces a new program of self-paced online training courses to help service professionals maximize business results and support teams with ongoing training options. “As our industry evolves, the pace of business continues to accelerate,” said Matt MacArthur, Sr. Vice President of Training & Marketing at BDR. “Training rem...

REHAU Event Puts Retrofitting Residential Heat Networks In The Spotlight

Prominent polymer systems house - REHAU welcomed building professionals to London last week for the latest in its in-person Retrofit 23 series of panel events exploring the deep retrofit of homes at scale, looking at heat networks. Titled Retrofit Meets: District Heating, the October 11th event discussed retrofitting low-carbon technologies in residential projects, including district heating and heat pumps. Taking place at The Building Center, it featured sessions by speakers including Bean Bea...

BESA And Mitsubishi Electric Launch Guide To Tackle Mold In UK Homes

A new survey of over 2,000 UK homeowners has found that more than half have experienced serious problems with indoor air quality (IAQ) and poor ventilation pioneering to condensation, mold, and damp. 55% of respondents to a poll carried out by builder’s merchant Jewson said they had experienced IAQ and condensation issues in their homes in the past year– and 44% reported health-related side effects including allergies, respiratory infections, poor sleep, low mood, and difficulty con...

Flexible Equipment Procurement Key To F-Gas Compliance, Says Aggreko Expert

Amid an impending reform of UK F-gas legislation, a temperature control specialist is calling upon manufacturers to re-evaluate their approach to equipment procurement in order to futureproof against legislative shifts. This call to action, from Aggreko, follows the EU’s recent decision to completely phase out the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) by 2050. However, with the UK expected to revise existing EU legislation and adopt its own stance from 2025 onwards, manufacturers face an uncert...

Understanding HVAC Systems With Air Docs Insights

When it comes to creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere in the home, the choice of an HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system plays a pivotal role. Not only does it affect the daily comfort and air quality, but it also has a significant impact on the energy bills and environmental footprint. Selecting the right HVAC system for the home, therefore, is more than just a purchase—it’s an investment in the quality of life. steps to choose HVAC In this comprehen...

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