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Aggreko Shares A New Report On Highlighting Solutions For High Energy Users To Navigate A Complex Energy Market

With grid instability and energy security continuing to prove challenging to industry across Europe, a new report is highlighting solutions for high energy users to navigate a complex energy market and avoid downtime from grid resilience issues. As rising costs resulting from Europe’s energy crisis begin to settle, the report, titled 'Race to Resilience', indicates that ongoing energy instability means power supply remains a major concern for energy intense industries at risk of shortfall...

HVAC Specialists - Campbell West Launches Electrical Division

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) specialist - Campbell West is continuing its ambitious growth with a new electrical division, allowing the firm to offer a more streamlined approach to building services projects. Campbell West, which is based in Bracknell, Berkshire, works with clients in both commercial and residential sectors, with customers including NHS Trusts, local government, and education settings.  electrical services The new electrical arm was launched in...

Dura Products Unveils New Corporate Branding, Reflecting Its Position As A Major Sustainable Construction Company

Dura Products has unveiled new corporate branding to reflect its position as a leading modern, sustainable construction company. The rebranding features new house colors, logos, and a new suite of company literature, all boasting a refreshing, contemporary look underlining the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and the environment. new logo The new logo's composition of green hues is not only visually appealing but also evokes a sense of environmental consciousness, while the...

Trane Technologies® Honored With AHRI Performance Award

Trane Technologies® earned a prestigious Performance Award from The Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) for achieving a 100% passing rate for all 82 of their residential furnace models tested during the three-year Performance Certification Program. AHRI’s Product Performance Certification Program is a voluntary program, administered and governed by AHRI, which ensures that various types of HVACR equipment perform according to manufacturers’ published...

Danfoss Introduces Updated Series Of Mechanical Thermostatic Radiator Valve Operators

Danfoss Climate Solutions is excited to introduce a new product line of thermostatic radiator valve operators to meet the demands for greater energy efficiency and customer needs, delivering unparalleled energy performance and replacing the RA2000 series of valve-mounted thermostatic operators.  The new product includes Danfoss’ unique gas-filled thermostats, including well-known features from previous thermostat ranges paired with new, innovative functionality. critical features A...

UK Is A Key Focus For Taconova’s Intelligent Building Technology Solutions

For more than 60 years, Taconova has been synonymous with constant simplification and innovation in the field of building technology, offering user-friendly and highly efficient solutions that save customers time, effort, and money. UK a key strategic market In 2022, Taconova completed the acquisition of the business activities of Heatlink Technical Solutions Limited and Heatlink Client Services in the UK to form Taconova UK Limited. The acquisition signaled Taconova’s intention to mak...

BITZER To Acquire Danish Company - OJ Electronics

The BITZER Group announces its intent to acquire OJ Electronics A/S, headquartered in Sønderborg, Denmark. With this, BITZER is broadening its portfolio of electronic components for the HVAC&R industry. BITZER and OJ Electronics have signed the acquisition contract. Expansion in electronics  The transaction is subject to the usual approval and is expected to close no later than in Q3 2023. With the acquisition, BITZER as a specialist in refrigeration, air conditioning, and...

Schmidt And Caesar To Chair PG-FIL For Next Term

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Filters’ (PG-FIL) has re-elected Marc Schmidt (AAF) as its Chairman and Thomas Caesar (Freudenberg Filtration Technologies) as its Vice-Chairman, during the group’s last meeting in Prague. unanimous re-election The Eurovent PG-FIL participants have re-elected Marc Schmidt as the group’s Chairman during its meeting in Prague on 04 May 2023. Marc will be supported by Thomas Caesar, who has been re-elected as the group’s Vice-Chairman...

Reduce Heat Gain: Knauf Offers Insulation Tips For Hot Weather

The United States of America (USA) is set to experience some scorching weather in summer. Que the summertime struggle to stay comfortable while also protecting the pocketbook, 'Who touched the thermostat?!' Insulation is commonly associated with keeping homes warm during the winter months, but it's just as important during the summer. Proper insulation can help keep the home cool and comfortable in the summer, while also helping users save on energy costs. Heat Gain and How to Reduce It In su...

Eurovent Middle East Welcomes Honeywell

Eurovent Middle East announces that Honeywell has become the latest addition to a growing group of industry players that are coming together to support the transition to more sustainable technologies in the Middle East.  This signifies the growing importance of collaboration among industry organizations to promote progress. Building management Mr. Tariq Al Ghussein, President of Eurovent Middle East, welcomes Honeywell, “With Honeywell, another big name in the industry is joining o...

Nose Wheel Steering–Ultra High Stability

A Flight Control System Manufacturer selected a competitor company’s 281 Pressure Relief valve for an actuator. The valve’s proved to have an instability issue causing the system manufacturer to 100% test and sort valves in-house. AUSCO responded with a valve design that incorporates a damper function, a design that has been used by AUSCO for decades, while meeting the same envelope requirement. Huge cost savings in eliminating 100% inspect and sort, and greater performance of an o...

Johnson Controls To Exhibit The Latest In Security Innovation At Its Advanced Services 25th Anniversary Expo

The Johnson Controls security team gathered with more than 40 exhibitors to showcase and demonstrate the latest in security innovation for the Advanced Services 25th Anniversary Expo. Advanced Services 25th Anniversary Expo Bringing together customers and partners from across the industry, Johnson Controls heard from the security professionals helping to make their vision to create a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable a reality. Johnson Controls celebrated the Advanced Servi...

IonicBlue® Receives Up To CAD $100 Million Investment From Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) Towards Decarbonization Projects

IonicBlue® has announced a CAD $100 million agreement with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) to make net zero more attainable to Canadian organizations striving to reach their decarbonization targets. IonicBlue is a joint venture between Johnson Controls (JCI), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, with funds managed by Apollo Global Management, Inc. (APO), a major global alternative asset manager. IonicBlue gets funding from Canada Infrastructure B...

Impact Of Climate Change On Built Environment By WMO

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) last week sounded the alarm that global temperatures may temporarily surpass 1.5 C of warming within the next five years. It has been indicated that global warming of this amount would have 'far-reaching repercussions for health, food security, water management and the environment'. The change is fueled by heat-trapping greenhouse gases and the naturally occurring El Niño event. Stephen Hodder MBE, Chair of the CIC Climate Change Committee, sai...

Pure Air Control Services Focus On Tax Initiative 179D For HVAC And Envelope Optimization

Tax Initiative 179D, also known as the Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction, is a federal tax incentive program in the United States of America (USA) that encourages energy efficiency improvements in commercial buildings. It provides a deduction for the costs associated with implementing energy-efficient HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, lighting systems, and building envelope improvements. History of Tax Initiative 179D Tax Initiative 179D was introduced a...

Panasonic’s Aquarea K Generation All In One: T-CAP And High Performance Now Available

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is pleased to welcome the All in One units, available in T-CAP and High Performance, of its latest Aquarea K Generation heat pumps to market. With reduced noise levels and enhanced comfort and efficiency, the new generation of Aquarea heat pumps offers extensive technological advancements whilst retaining the strengths of the Panasonic Aquarea range. Aquarea K Generation All in One units Aquarea K Generation is a ground-breaking low-energy system for...

Eurovent’s Decision-Making Bodies Met In Rotterdam For Its Annual Meeting To Discuss The Future Of The Association

On 15-17 May 2023, Eurovent’s decision-making bodies met in Rotterdam, Netherlands, for its Annual Meeting to discuss issues concerning regulations, developments and the future of the association. This years’ annual meeting was hosted by the Eurovent Member Associations Binnenklimaat Nederland and NVKL, which represent the interests of the Dutch air handling and refrigeration industries, and promote the importance of healthy indoor climate. Healthy indoor climate The Eurovent dec...

Johnson Controls Maximizes Data Center Cooling Efficiency With The YORK® YVAM Magnetic Bearing Chiller

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of the YORK® YVAM air-cooled magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller, operating with the ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, R-1234ze, for hyperscale and colocation data center cooling. YORK® YVAM chiller The YORK® YVAM chiller is one of the most efficient options for data center applications because its magnetic-bearing technology allows the system to operate very effici...

DENSO's Energy System Pilot: CO2 Reduction At Nishio Plant

DENSO Corporation announces that it launched on May 15 a pilot program to test a new energy management system at its Nishio Plant in Japan, as part of efforts to eliminate CO2 emissions from the facility. DENSO for years has been working to maximize the value of its Two Great Causes, Green and Peace of Mind, under the philosophy of “Bringing hope for the future for our planet, society, and all people,” a key component in the Long-term Policy 2030. In the Green domain, DENSO i...

Airthings Launches New App At The Facilities Show 2023

Airthings, the pioneering developer and manufacturer of indoor air quality solutions for commercial buildings and homes, has officially unveiled its newest app at the Facilities Show in London, the Airthings Business app. Airthings’ new app allows access to real-time and historical data, allowing building managers to monitor the energy efficiency and health of their buildings directly through their smartphones. It also expedites air quality monitor installation by simply scanning an Airth...

Daikin Applied Introduces Trailblazer® Heat Pump Chiller

Daikin Applied Americas announced the launch of the Trailblazer® HP, an air-cooled scroll chiller that uses heat pump technology to deliver electricity-powered heating and cooling for commercial buildings and industrial processes. Trailblazer HP The Trailblazer HP is built on a product platform that Daikin Applied has successfully leveraged in Europe, a region where heat pumps are prevalent hitting a record high in sales in 2022. This marks a significant, cross-region collaboration b...

The Centers For Disease Control And Prevention (CDC) Provides Funding For HVAC And IAQ Improvements

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides funding through the Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) program. This funding supports state and local health departments in their efforts to respond to public health emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, this allows public schools to provide CDC funding for HVAC and IAQ improvements. CDC Funding for HVAC in Schools The CDC has allocated ELC fun...

Bradford White Water Heaters Showcases Quality And Innovation At Eastern Energy Expo

Bradford White Water Heaters, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, will feature its innovative, high-performing and energy-efficient products at the Eastern Energy Expo in Atlantic City, New Jersey, May 21-24. “The Eastern Energy Expo is the pioneering event for the energy and comfort industries,” said Carl Pinto, Jr., senior director of marketing communications for Bradford White. “We continue to see significant growth with our por...

Johnson Controls Launches New HVAC Resource App To Help Contractors Improve Efficiency And Accuracy

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has expanded its collection of residential and commercial contractor resources with the new Johnson Controls Ducted Systems (DS) Solutions App. The free app provides contractors with instant access to commercial and residential equipment information to help streamline installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance processes. Digital resource The digital resource was designed to help contractors save time by reducing t...

Trane Technologies Acquires Helmer Scientific

Falls River Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of Helmer Scientific Inc. by strategic investor Trane Technologies. FRG acted as the exclusive M&A Advisor to Helmer Scientific. The deal represents FRG’s continued emphasis and success in the cold technology and life sciences landscape. The specific terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Helmer Scientific is an established, entrepreneurial, growth company that designs, integrates, manufactures, markets, and distributes sp...

AUSCO Has Renewed Its Nadcap Accreditation For Chemical Processing

AUSCO, a designer and manufacturer of precision hydraulics and fuel system components, has renewed its Nadcap accreditation for chemical processing. Fuel system components “This accreditation renewal attests to the stringent controls we maintain to ensure safe and quality chemical processing. It demonstrates our on-going commitment to manufacturing excellence and to delivering the highest standards of passivation,” explained Howard Naval, Director of Quality at AUSCO, Inc. ...

Johnson Controls' Katie McGinty Named To Constellation Research 2023 ESG50 Global List Of Top Sustainability Executives

Katie McGinty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer at Johnson Controls, a global pioneer for smart, healthy, sustainable buildings, has been named to the 2023 Constellation Research ESG50. The ESG50 lists the most influential global executives, who are advancing sustainability in their fields through new business models, emerging technologies, and ethical, humane leadership. This award follows a year of sustainability milestones at Johnson Controls as the comp...

Trane Technologies Outlines Transition Plan To Achieve Net-Zero Targets By 2050

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has released a first look at its Net-Zero Roadmap to decarbonize across its entire value chain by 2050. In 2022, Trane Technologies became the first in its industry – and one of the first companies in the world – to have its net-zero carbon emissions targets approved by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Trane Technologies’ Net-Zero Roadmap Sustainability is core to our strategy, and its success shows in our superior...

Eurovent Has Elected Rikard Lindbom As The Group’s New Vice-Chairman

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Energy Recovery Components’ has elected Rikard Lindbom (RECUTECH) as the group’s new Vice-Chairman. The election took place during the groups online meeting on 26 April 2023. Rikard Lindbom, Product Area Director Energy Recovery at RECUTECH has extensive experience in the energy sector and has been involved in the industry’s sales, production technology and development of calculation software for 15 years. Rikard will be supporting the group&r...

Aeroseal Joins The Growing Family Of Eurovent Middle East

Aeroseal, an American pioneer in duct sealing technology, has joined the growing family of Eurovent Middle East, aiming to increase awareness of the importance of ductwork for energy efficiency and Indoor Air Quality. Amidst minimum energy requirements for electrical HVAC equipment, the role of tight, easy to clean and maintain air ducts often gets ignored, while its impact on energy efficiency and IAQ is critical. Instant and measurable results Aeroseal’s HVAC solutions improve Indoor...

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