Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems (VRF or VRV) News & Trends

Neighborly®, the world’s largest home services company, is proud to support the upcoming Military Thriving™ event, taking place on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at “The Hive” in Virginia Beach. Organized by ZeroMils, the event aims to empower Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on franchise ownership opportunities available through Neighborly’s extensive network of home service brands. Impactful solutions This all-day convening w...

Fujitsu has launched the latest version of its award-winning J-Series heat pump mini VRF system operating on lower-GWP R32 refrigerant and delivering significant efficiency improvements.  The AIRSTAGE J-VS is the result of two decades of development and multiple upgrades as 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the product affectionately dubbed 'Little Napoleon'.  AIRSTAGE J-VS Aimed at small to medium-sized commercial applications or large residential spaces, the J-VS is available in...

Contractors know that hurricanes and severe storms bring more than just wind and rain. They also carry debris, salt, and other corrosive elements that can compromise the performance and lifespan of HVAC systems. For contractors committed to delivering top-quality service and ensuring system longevity, hurricane season is the vital time to promote care and maintenance of HVAC systems. regular maintenance program Even hurricanes that leave minimal structural damage can cause problems behin...

Rheem®, the Atlanta-based manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, joined forces with the 9/11 Day Meal Pack to honor the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.   "We are proud to support 9/11 Day and its mission to inspire the spirit of unity, service and shared humanity throughout the country and in our own backyard," said Dipa Homer, Executive Vice President, Global Human Resources and Communications, Rheem. 9/11 Day Meal Pack Program Dipa Homer adds: "The 9/11 Day...

Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric, Florida’s foremost indoor comfort provider, has announced the acquisition and merger of ARS®/Rescue Rooter® Vero Beach. ARS® Vero Beach is a trusted brand serving Florida’s east coast with plumbing, air conditioning, and heating services. The new partnership will provide diversified services for ARS®/Rescue Rooter® customers and clients to include a full suite of home services from Del-Air, including; air conditio...

The On The Tools Awards 2024, with Headline Sponsor Jewson, is proud to spotlight the exceptional achievements in heating installation and plumbing within the construction industry. The awards celebrate the expertise and dedication of professionals who are crucial to ensuring efficient and effective heating systems and plumbing solutions. Heating Installer of the Year Chris Starsmore, Astar Living Luke Stanyer, Blue Bulldog Plumbing and Heating Mark Deakin, Flo Rite Plumbing and Heating...

Emerson has announced the TESCOMTM AGI BR Series Flushing Ring, a comprehensive packaged solution for flushing and bleeding applications in petroleum refineries, biofuel refineries, and petrochemical facilities. By providing a complete, modular valve assembly with a single part number, the AGI BR Series flushing ring streamlines ordering and allows for easy reordering with customer-specific test requirements. Flushing ring products Most flushing ring products are sold as separate components a...

Underscoring its commitment to environmental stewardship, LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA is working with Hudson Technologies, Inc., a globally renowned provider of innovative and sustainable refrigerant products and services to the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration industry, to support LG Air Conditioning Technology USA’s customer base with access to Hudson’s reclaimed EMERALD Refrigerants™. Darren Gibula, Vice President of Operations for LG Air Co...

Brands in transport refrigeration solutions will be among over 40 exhibitors at the 2024 Cold Chain Hub exhibition. Cold Chain Hub 2024, the event dedicated to the UK’s cold storage and distribution sector, will take place at Birmingham’s NEC on 9 & 10 October. Cold Chain Hub 2024 Organized by the team behind pioneering magazine, TCS&D, the show is supported by the Road Haulage Association and has attracted some of the biggest players in the industry.  Cold Chain Hub...

Daikin has launched its game-changing Multi+ system. It combines the best of an Air-to-Air heat pump with a domestic hot water tank, as well as air purification in one energy-saving system.  The Multi+ system uses state-of-the-art technology to create a comfortable home all year round, while ensuring a plentiful supply of hot water. The system can be programmed to meet the individual user’s needs for heating, cooling and hot water.  Electric booster heater The system also feat...

From September 4th to 7th, Geoclima Asia proudly participated in Bangkok RHVAC 2024, one of the world’s premier HVACR events, held at the BITEC Trade & Exhibition Center. The event was a huge success, attracting visitors and professionals from across the globe, eager to explore the latest technological innovations. Particular attention was drawn to the Circlemiser, the chiller featuring microchannel cylindrical condensers, that continues to impress with its increased heat ex...

Kian Capital-backed Team Air Distributing (“Team Air”), a renowned wholesale distributor providing OEM-branded HVAC equipment, parts and supplies to residential and commercial contractors, has completed the acquisition of Best Choice Supply (“BCS”), a family-owned HVAC wholesale distributor. BCS was founded in 1988 and has a long track record of providing high-quality service to the Lexington and Somerset, KY regions. The company is committed to providing exceptional ser...

Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Recognized by the United Nations’ United 4 Sustainable Smart Cities initiative, the DLWC system draws water at 4C through pipes deep in Lake Ontario to a facility downtown where heat exchangers chill the water that flows to downtown...

Green Point UK, BITZER UK's compressor remanufacturing and services arm, has introduced a specialist support service for refrigeration contractors responsible for maintaining cooling systems based on screw compressors. advise and support engineers Will Pribyl, General Manager, says, "Tackling screw compressors in the field can be daunting due to their complex design and mechanical sophistication." He adds, "GPUK can advise and support engineers to give them the knowledge and confidence to car...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the expansion of production capacity at its plant in Izmir, Türkiye. This three-million-dollar investment enables Johnson Controls to address increased European market demand for commercial heat pumps by improving production efficiencies and offering shorter delivery times for HVAC solutions for commercial customers throughout Europe. HVAC solutions “Heating and cooling are a significant fa...

AtmosZero, the company on a mission to decarbonize steam, announced that former industrial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) executive, Michael Schwartz, has joined its Board of Directors.  Michael Schwartz assumes this role as AtmosZero scales manufacturing for its Boiler 2.0 technology globally and continues to expand its reach into new applications and sectors. Prior roles of Schwartz Schwartz served as the President and CEO of DAA, a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, L...

For 50 years, Danfoss’ reliable sensors have helped supertankers secure efficiency in operation and optimization of the energy output. Supertankers sailing the world seas are built to withstand harsh conditions from the humid southern hemisphere to the heavy, cold storms on the North Sea. But it’s what’s inside, that matters. Behind the long vessel’s hull, Danfoss’ Sensing Solutions are working hard to reduce energy costs, monitor engine operations, and convert pow...

Houston-based Propel Air Fans announced the launch of a new product, a first-of-its-kind large industrial standing fan for indoor and outdoor use called the Model 2. The ground-mounted, water-resistant fan – with five aluminum blades ranging in size from 10 to 16 feet – is designed with an adjustable height setting that makes it an ideal use target for parks and other types of outdoor gathering spaces and event venues. Comprehensive cooling solutions “The Propel Ai...

Midlands-based WilSon Energy, a globally renowned provider of fully integrated Heating, Metering, Pre-Payment and Billing & Bureau Services for residential homes and commercial developments, has launched an online store for genuine heating interface unit (HIU) spare and replacement parts. Featuring over 100 products, the online store covers the full spectrum of spare and replacement parts required for WilSon’s range of KaMo and KVM Energy heat interface units, as well as multi-utilit...

Rheem has announced its intent to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH), a major manufacturer of air conditioning products, from Madison Industries. NGH is based in O’Fallon, Missouri with manufacturing in Saltillo, Mexico, and a distribution center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, USA. Rheem to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH) “Nortek Global HVAC has a history of delivering market leading innovations going back over 100 years. Like Rheem, NGH has a collaborative culture with an unwavering c...

Duraproducts, a globally renowned provider of innovative, sustainable construction solutions, has been chosen by ABM Contractors to supply its pioneering Durakerb HB2 range of recycled kerbing units, for the refurbishment of the company’s headquarters car park in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland. Established in 1994, ABM Contractors is a well-respected contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality building solutions across Ireland. Following a period of growth, it became clear that a...

LG Electronics (LG) is completing its global R&D triangle with the establishment of the Chinese Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research (CCAHR) in Harbin. The consortium, which joins existing LG-led initiatives in North America and Europe, will develop next-generation core technologies for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions capable of providing strong, dependable performance in extreme cold conditions. Reliable HVAC solutions To mark the official launch of CCAH...

Viessmann Climate Solutions has forged a partnership with the national distributor, APP Plumbing and Heating. This alliance brings immediate benefits to independent merchants, as they gain wide-scale access to Viessmann's complete portfolio, including gas boilers, heat pumps, and commercial heating solutions. The partnership also offers nationwide next-day delivery and modern fulfillment services, enhancing merchants' flexibility to scale and better serve their customers. valuable additio...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioning Europe (MHIAE) is excited to announce its participation at the Chillventa 2024 exhibition from 8-10 October 2024, alongside their German distributors, Stulz (Hall 4, Booth number 4-367).  Chillventa is the premier global event for refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and heat pump technologies. At the exhibition, a variety of cutting-edge products will be showcased, highlighting the latest advancements in HVAC technology. R32 VR...

From October 15th to 19th, the 130th Canton Fair was held in the Guangzhou Pazhou Complex. 93 companies from Shunde participated in the offline exhibition, and 358 booths were arranged. Shunde District Economic Promotion Bureau and Shunde District Import and Export Chamber of Commerce jointly "set up the stage" to allow enterprises to "sing". The "Shunde Home Appliances Export Excellent Products" exhibition area is set up in the most central position of the Canton Fair, organized by Shunde ente...

Unipipe Solutions, an innovative pioneer in the industrial piping sector, will be showcasing UnipipeHP and UnipipeEZ solutions at the American Society of Plumbing Engineers Trade Show from October 21st-22nd, 2024, in Columbus, OH. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore Unipipe's state-of-the-art products in Booth 1821. This includes the UnipipeHP advanced aluminum piping system, specifically engineered for the highest-pressure applications, and UnipipeEZ, designed for compressed air ap...

Titus, a world pioneer in air distribution, has launched the Nexus OR (Operating Room) Suite, an all-in-one OR system that delivers clean air and high-quality lighting, while maximizing space and performance in hospital operating rooms. The fully-customized system features a modular design using combinations of airflow diffusers, gel-seal HEPA filters and LED lights that allow for virtually unlimited layout options. With this flexibility, the system can be designed to meet exact OR specificati...

Ameren is reminding its customers to take extra safety precautions when encountering company vehicles and crew members on area roadways. As a critical service provider that is responsible for emergency power restoration and repairs, while working in extreme weather and challenging terrain, it's important that motorists stay safe and keep crews safe by moving over and slowing down. Missouri’s Move Over Law and Illinois’ Scott’s Law require drivers to slow down or change lanes w...

While Berkeley, California’s gas ban has been stopped cold, eighteen states are turning up the heat with legislation, regulatory action, and subsidies. The disruption is substantial. For the first time in thirty-six years, the EIA has paused the production of its “Annual Energy Outlook” for a year to recalibrate its forecasting model to incorporate these changes and those from the Inflation Reduction Act. Utility regulatory proceedings State regulatory bodies are increasing...

Daikin Applied has introduced the next generation of its self-contained HVAC system (Model SWP J-Vintage), a cost-effective, highly efficient unit enhanced with the low-global warming potential (GWP) R-32 refrigerant.  Designed to meet the unique demands of floor-by-floor applications, the SWP J-Vintage offers a range of features and benefits to help customers reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining superior performance and low costs. SWP J-Vintage   "The evolution of our se...