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

Katie McGinty, the Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer at Johnson Controls, joined CNBC Co-Anchors - Karen Tso and Arabile Gumede for a live broadcast on June 30, 2023 to talk about: the imperative for decarbonization to tackle the 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions coming from buildings; the clean, green premium driving growth in the real estate sector; the AI revolution driving that transformation in buildings; and ESG as just good business to cut waste a...

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, a family-owned home service company serving Brooklyn and Manhattan since 1906, says that homeowners can save some money and keep their energy costs down while they’re on vacation by following a few easy tips in summer. Regimen to save money “We remember the big things like hiring someone to watch the pets and getting a neighbor to take in the mail while we’re away on vacation,” said Michael Petri, owner of Petri Plu...

Eco-heating and cooling technology brand Daikin UK has partnered with Quantum Group, one of the UK’s top providers of renewables and decarbonization training, to roll out to approximately 150 further education colleges that offer built environment study programs. This innovative partnership is the first of its kind in the UK. Bridging green skills gaps The UK is facing a major challenge to fill the green skills gaps needed to meet the Government’s ambitious target of net zero by 2...

Worldwide demand for sustainable cooling and ventilation solutions continue to grow, and government policy is starting to reflect the societal movement towards reducing the impact of industrialization on the planet. The cooling industry is no exception, and it continues to be challenged to find more efficient solutions, that deliver reduced emissions, reduced energy consumption and reduced waste, without compromising on performance. This article highlights how taking a systems approach to chill...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. recently announced its planned expansion to its line of condensate pumps with the introduction of the VCMA-20-PRO series. With the slimmest footprint of all Little Giant condensate pumps, the VCMA-20-PRO Series offers the broadest range of installation flexibility, allowing for critical condensate removal from air conditioning, refrigeration, and dehumidification equipment even in tight spaces. The pump is also suitable for high-efficiency oil and gas-fired condensin...

Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator, has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators. The list ranks 100 global companies from a variety of industries that empower its employees to create new products, invent new ways of doing business or improve processes. Trane Technologies was also named as a finalist in the Sustainability category. “Relentlessly innovating for a more sustainable world is core to our business strategy, and every day...

Trane Residential, a residential HVAC brand, has teamed up with FilterTime, a home air filter subscription company co-founded by NASCAR® driver - Blake Koch to offer homeowners the convenience of purchasing air filters and having them delivered to their door with free shipping through Trane Filters powered by FilterTime. one-time purchase With the new service, customers can make a one-time purchase or sign up for an ongoing subscription by using the Trane Home app or visiting TraneFilters....

Airzone, a provider of intelligent and innovative HVAC control solutions announces a new integration with Lutron, the global pioneer in lighting and shading control solutions.  This integration enables precise temperature control and category-pioneering HVAC energy efficiency via Lutron’s Homeworks home automation system.  Innovation in Energy and Elegance  Airzone specializes in smart HVAC system control. Over the past 25 years, Airzone has built an exclusive library of...

Eaton and SIA Engineering Company Limited have signed an agreement to form component maintenance, repair and overhaul joint venture. The JV will inspect, test, repair, maintain, modify and overhaul Eaton-manufactured aircraft components installed on airframe and engine fuel systems and hydraulics systems. The JV builds presence and service capacity for Eaton and SIAEC customers in the Asia Pacific region. Corresponding equity stake Under the agreement, Eaton will hold a 51% equity stake in t...

Hoshizaki America, Inc. (hereafter ‘Hoshizaki’), a globally renowned manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment based in Peachtree City, Georgia, sued Blue Air FSE LLC and its parent company, Bluenix Co., Ltd., for patent infringement in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and has filed a complaint requesting that the International Trade Commission institute a related patent infringement investigation. In these lawsuits, Hoshizaki accuses several Blue Ai...

RunTru by Trane, a brand that delivers dependable, cost-effective HVAC solutions announced the launch of their new website, RunTruHVAC.com. all-in-one destination The launch of RunTruHVAC.com provides homeowners with an all-in-one destination to seek out product support before and after making a purchase decision. RunTru’s website will deliver a new way for consumers to connect with quality dealers across North America, and access RunTru products and services that are endorsed by A...

Interplay Learning, the globally renowned provider of immersive training solutions for the skilled trades, announced the launch of its new driving safety training. Designed to address the crucial need for workplace safety among trade companies worldwide, this innovative training can equip employees with the necessary skills to be safe and secure while driving on the job. Interplay’s new driving safety training Interplay’s newly introduced driving safety training offers courses ta...

DENSO Corporation announced that it has concluded a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) on starting negotiations for the transfer of selected internal combustion engine parts operations to Niterra Co., Ltd. The two parties decided to sign the MOU during a Board of Directors meeting on July 10, 2023. In the process of achieving carbon neutrality, electrification is picking up pace throughout the auto industry. internal combustion engine At the same time, the auto industry is workin...

Mitsubishi Electric has marked the 30th anniversary of its factory in Livingston, Scotland, an advanced facility for the manufacture of heat pumps as the nation looks to reach net zero. Livingston plant Established in 1993, the Livingston plant has been manufacturing air conditioning units for 30 years and producing heat pumps for installation across the UK and Europe since 2009.  Currently, it is the largest heat pump manufacturer in the UK, employing 1,840 people and helping to support...

BITZER, the specialist for refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technology, has formally completed the acquisition of Danish company OJ Electronics A/S within three weeks. center of excellence With the acquisition and the consolidation of OJ Electronics and BITZER Electronics, both based in Sønderborg, BITZER manages to establish a center of excellence for electronic components for the HVAC&R industry in Denmark. The acquisition of OJ Electronics by BITZER was formally co...

Following recent concerns expressed by the Competition and Markets Authority over misleading claims around green heating, energy trade body Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) are urging consumers to ‘stick some on the card’ as a way of protecting themselves when buying a heat pump. The EUA has teamed up with Lincoln Green Solicitors, who specialize in seeking consumer redress when heat pumps do not perform as promised, to promote a simple way of protecting consumers. Cost-free adv...

Construction machines worldwide emit the equivalent to the emissions from global aviation with 50% of these emissions coming from excavators alone. Immediate attention to the possibilities for reducing carbon emissions from heavy vehicles such as construction vehicles is necessary to reach global climate goals, according to the latest whitepaper from Danfoss. New Danfoss Impact whitepaper Launching the new Danfoss Impact whitepaper at the UIA’s World Congress of Architects in Copenhagen...

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. Refrigeration products De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms, and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and cold rooms, De Rigo ha...

BITZER's new SPEEDLITE ELV52 scroll compressor is designed to meet the challenging requirements of air conditioning for electric buses and trains. Air conditioning systems for modern public transport have to meet a unique set of demands. Space and weight constraints, rapidly changing conditions and working life have a direct impact on operators' investment and running costs, as well as future compatibility. Compressors must also be quiet with low vibration, and be very reliable due to the high...

Viessmann has added three new, lower output variants to its popular Vitocal 150-A/151-A domestic air source heat pump range. The 4, 6, and 8 kW models complement the existing 10, 13, and 16 kW heat pumps launched in 2022, providing a wider choice of outputs and allowing heating modernization projects suited to a broader range of properties. Vitocal 150-A/151-A models All Vitocal 150-A/151-A models provide both heating and cooling and are available to purchase for connection to a single-p...

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the major Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. De Rigo Refrigeration joins Eurovent Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and col...

Britta Permats is the Managing Director at Svensk Ventilation (The Swedish Ventilation Association), where she previously served as Technical and Environmental Manager. As part of their ‘Faces of the Eurovent Commission’ series, she gave a synopsis of the Swedish IAQ and IEQ initiatives that Svensk Ventilation participates in. Britta Permats has been long involved in the Eurovent Commission and several Task Forces of Eurovent. She is a Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)...

Eurovent, REHVA, and Nordic Ventilation Group have launched a common proposal on implementing Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) requirements introduced by EPBD under revision. These new provisions added by the Commission's and Parliament's initiative, represent an important step forward to ensure healthy and comfortable IEQ in buildings. Guidelines and examples In this document, IEQ substance and requirements are explained just on a few pages In this document, IEQ substance and requiremen...

New “Smart Store” will work as Danfoss’ test center for energy efficiency technology. "The Smart Store" is expected to be approximately 50% more energy efficient compared to a typical supermarket with a first-generation CO2 refrigeration system. New flagship “Smart Store” supermarket in Nordborg, Denmark: Runs off sustainable energy sources Reuses the excess heat created by cooling cases, reducing supermarket heating costs by up to 90% Not only operates as a...

Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. and Asia AMCA announce they have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ISHRAE). Per the agreement, AMCA International, Asia AMCA, and ISHRAE agree to exchange information and work together to conduct studies related to safety and health in the built environment, with particular emphasis on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refriger...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced it has earned the Great Place to Work Certification for the third consecutive year. The certification is based entirely on feedback from the company’s employees. Great Place to Work® This year, 87% of Trane Technologies.’ employees say it’s a great place to work compared to 57% at a typical U.S.-based company. Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadersh...

RunTru, a brand that delivers budget-friendly heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products that are built to last, alongside Ameristar, a brand known for providing durable and dependable systems, has released respective 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Ductless Systems to help homeowners maintain a comfortable temperature within their home. Designed to help reduce environmental impact, the new RunTru and Ameristar 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Systems provide homeowners with more efficient, value-priced...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association announces that its 2023 Fall Technical Conference will take place September 7-9, 2023 at the Embassy Suites in Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas, USA. Fall Technical Conference NADCA’s Fall Technical Conference is an annual event that provides education to air duct cleaning technicians throughout every stage of their careers. It features hands-on training tha...

DENSO Corporation announced it plans to launch a pilot program in July at its Hirose Plant that uses an SOEC (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell), a DENSO-developed device that produces green hydrogen through electrolysis of high-temperature steam, to help power and increase the sustainability of its manufacturing operations. The trial will incorporate a verification test using the produced green hydrogen in a prototype power card line. DENSO for years has pursued initiatives in the three areas...

Ruskin® announces Jay Ramkumar will serve as its new Executive Director of National Sales. In his role, Ramkumar will lead in building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with Ruskin customers. 19 years of experience Previously, Director of Louvers and Architectural Solutions and Product Application and Sales Support for Ruskin, Ramkumar brings nearly 19 years of experience in the application and design of HVAC systems to his new role. During his time as Director of Product...