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As extreme weather continues to strain the nation’s electric grid, FERC Chairman Rich Glick and Jim Robb, President, and CEO of NERC, encouraged the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB) to convene a forum to identify solutions to the reliability challenges facing the nation’s natural gas system and bulk electric system. In their joint letter, Glick and Robb recommended that NAESB convene the forum, as outlined in one of the key recommendations from the FERC-NERC report on t...
Panasonic is exhibiting at the CIBSE Build2Perform event at London Excel on the 29th and 30th of November. The company will showcase innovations in its heating and cooling range as well as sharing technical knowledge with building services professionals. Low carbon solutions Harvey Loyal, from the Specifications Sales Team at Panasonic, commented: “This event is a great opportunity for building services professionals to learn more about the wide range of HVAC&R products from Panason...
Panasonic is celebrating its Etherea Air Conditioners featuring nanoe X technology, reaching the shortlist in two categories of the RAC Cooling Awards 2022. Securing a finalist spot in the AC Product of the Year and the AC Innovation award categories, winners will be announced on 22nd September, 2022. Richard Bishop, the Head of Marketing for UK and Ireland for Panasonic commented, “Getting shortlisted in two categories is exciting news – we are delighted that the RAC Cooling Awar...
During a scorching-hot Canadian summer, users probably don’t think twice about the comfort the air conditioner brings to the home — until something goes wrong. And when that happens, the question becomes: can the AC be repaired, or does it need to be completely replaced? This brief guide looks at why AC units typically fail and what to look for when buying a new air conditioner so users can bring that cooling comfort back into their home. Most AC units last for a decade or more if u...
Comfortable workplaces spark greater productivity and within Canada’s ever-growing logistics space, the ability to maintain ideal temperatures in busy warehouse environments goes a long way towards keeping workers healthy, engaged, and performing at their peak. That productivity is more important now than ever before. A steady uptick in Canadian e-commerce and intensifying supply chain demands are placing downward pressure on warehouse and material handling operations, which are already b...
GoodWe has developed a one-stop EcoSmart Home solution that is able to scale in size to meet changing home energy needs. Being a high-tech enterprise that specializes in clean energy conversion, power equipment, energy storage, and energy management, GoodWe has been keen on creating systems that actively generate and store clean energy, and allow users to safely power their homes, during the day, at night, and even when the grid is down. EcoSmart Home provides an eco-friendly system to redefine...
Environmental impact is a concern for all industries. The overuse of resources and mishandling of waste by businesses across the planet puts significant pressure on the ecosystem. While the construction sector is an essential field, it is among those doing concerning levels of damage. A recent World Economic Forum report revealed that global construction produces 38% of global greenhouse emissions. More sustainable As such, there is an urgent need for construction businesses to be more s...
XOi Technologies, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces a new collaboration with FieldConnect, a pioneer in B2B SaaS for mobile field service providers. The powerful new integration connects two of the field service industry’s software providers and offers business owners a unique AI- and data-powered solution to increase productivity and profitability. Enhancing the value delivered by FieldConnect “XOi’s deep data cataloging capabilities, ad...
Danfoss have signed agreement to divest the business in Russia and Belarus to the local management. With the closing of the transaction, Danfoss will no longer operate in Russia and Belarus. Due to the tragic war in Ukraine, Danfoss decided to exit Russia and Belarus on April 1, 2022. Danfoss announces that Danfoss has signed an agreement to divest its business to local management. Monitoring the situation With the closing of the transaction Danfoss will no longer operate in Russia and Belaru...
To honor their latest partnership with Air Force Athletics, One Source Home Service by Air Pros USA organized a ‘Cool Theatre AC & Hot Summer Blockbusters’ event for Rocky Mountain Kids, a Colorado Springs nonprofit that empowers youth healing from abuse and neglect with housing and opportunities. The event provided Rocky Mountain Kids youth and their staff with a free movie theater experience. In addition to the free movie showing of Top Gun: Maverick, representatives from One...
When the L'lla Diagonal Shopping Center in Barcelona had an exacting range of requirements for its new primary air conditioner, Servoclima stepped up to the challenge with their SC | CTA horizontal air treatment units. SC | CTA range Servoclima provides a range of standard and bespoke units and is well-versed in adapting products to project requirements. The SC | CTA range offers robust and durable horizontal air treatment units, which cover a range of flows between 1,800 and 130,000 m3/h. Th...
Trane® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is growing the skilled labor workforce and supporting America’s dedicated military service members through its Trade Warriors program. The hands-on, 8-week training program, launched at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, was created by the Trane Residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business to provide service men and women with the necessary skills and certifications to begin a successful career in HVAC once t...
Thermo King® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, launches a new research and development (R&D) center adjacent to its sustainable manufacturing operations in Galway, Ireland. The R&D center, with a capacity for up to 70 engineers, adds to the company’s electrification design and engineering capabilities in Europe, which includes an R&D center in Essen, Germany. It is part of the company’s more than $100 million investment to deliver fully electric prod...
No stranger to tackling the impossible, with his ability to challenge traditional concepts and totally reinvent them, Ron Conry has been finding solutions and fixing problems in the air conditioning industry since the 1960s. This has resulted in enormous leaps forward in technological developments and environmental sustainability and CO2 emission reductions. He has been recognized for these extraordinary achievements have been awarded the Member of the Order of Australia. Improving medical pra...
QM Power announces the launch of Q-Sync® VS, a new line of energy-efficient variable speed permanent magnet AC (PMAC) fan motors. Q-Sync® VS adds variable speed capability to QM Power’s patented Q-Sync® control technology. This technology eliminates all power switching when the motor operates at AC line frequency, resulting in unsurpassed motor and system operating efficiency. System operating efficiency Compared to typical electronically commutated motors (ECMs), Q-Sync®...
Delta will be exhibiting a wide range of Electronically Communicated (EC) axial fans, blowers, and industrial automation solutions for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) applications at MCE 2022. Interest in EC technology is increasing due to the growing requirement across the building sector for energy-efficient and sustainable green solutions. Delta’s response to this trend is demonstrated by its full range of fans that utilize its state-of-art EC technologies and high-ef...
Leaks are among the most common issues that affect air conditioning systems. The good thing is that, with proper maintenance, users can stop such problems from developing. Should the system start leaking, users can count on Air Docs of the Treasure Coast, the top name for quality AC repair in Vero Beach, FL, for speedy solutions. Poor installation Air conditioning installation requires a lot of time, patience, and skill. Many things can go wrong during the process. Leaks can occur...
Danfoss, a manufacturer of high-efficiency electronic and mechanical components and controls for air-conditioning, heating, refrigeration, industrial, and water systems, has appointed Robert Gillis as Key Account Manager for its hydronic heating business in North America. Specifically, he will focus on supporting the growth of hydronic heating applications within the Northeast United States and Eastern Canada through Danfoss’ robust line of hydronic comfort controls, including valves, act...
Coolair Equipment Limited continue their expansion into new territories by establishing a permanent presence in South Wales. The move will allow the one-stop air-conditioning specialists to service clients in Wales and the South West. It follows Coolair Equipment Limited’s expansion into the North East and Scotland earlier this year. The company also has regional offices in Maidstone and the Midlands, and is headquartered in Manchester. The new arm of the business will be managed by Cheps...
New construction builders are currently facing a plethora of challenges to their industry, including supply chain issues and rising costs, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the industry’s viable growth, these setbacks can often hinder any further development, forcing the builder market to search for benefits to pass to unit owners. experts in emergency HVAC repairs Enercare is the expert in this space to deliver products and solutions that benefit all parties. For starters,...
Carrier continues the introduction of 2023 regulation-compliant equipment under its #2023READY initiative in advance of industry changes. Carrier introduced its redesigned Performance™ series 17 two-stage air conditioner and Performance™ series 17 two-stage heat pump that is compliant with the upcoming 2023 Department of Energy (DOE) minimum efficiency requirements. In addition, these two products have been tested under the new 2023 test procedures and have SEER2, EER2, and HSPF2 ra...
The standard for holiday rentals in the UK is high, with a very competitive market post-pandemic. Overall guest comfort is an important factor to ensure a successful year-round holiday rental and having high-quality heating and cooling can be the ideal accessory to help attract visitors. Installers, Pinder Cooling + Heating, helped take two-holiday rentals to the next level with Panasonic’s Etherea with nanoe™X. Ensuring Maximum Comfort The first property is a self-contained flat...
In most instances, when a duct cleaning technician arrives onsite at a job, the routine remains the same: unload a gasoline-powered air compressor from a vehicle, connect the necessary hoses and tools, and bring them into the space. Then, the technician will run a compressor to generate the proper level of air pressure and begin work. However, occasionally circumstances arise that may alter the process — such as jobs that require hundreds of feet of air hose, challenging access to ductwor...
Danfoss announces that its science-based target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated that the corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets submitted by Danfoss A/S are in conformance with the SBTi Criteria and Recommendations (version 4.2). Reduce GHG emissions The science-based target provides a clearly defined pathway for companies to reduce GHG emissions in line with the goals of the...
Fort Lauderdale-based Air Pros USA has announced the acquisition of Dallas Plumbing Company, a renowned family owned and operated HVAC and plumbing business that has been proudly serving home and business owners in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, in Texas, USA, since 1903. Dallas Plumbing Company will continue to provide the same excellent customer service with the technicians, installers and staff the community has come to know. Acquisition of Dallas Plumbing Company Led by four family generatio...
Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announces the participants selected for the Johnson Controls 2022 Community College Partnership Program. This year, the program will provide $1 million in philanthropic funding to nine community colleges across the United States, as well as the program's first Canadian institution, a total of 10 schools. Johnson Controls is committed to supporting the career pathways of historically underrepresented groups to foster th...
Carrier announces that its entire new WeatherMaker® line of rooftop units now feature the company’s innovative EcoBlue™ Technology. Previously available only on select units, EcoBlue Technology is designed to improve performance and efficiency while decreasing maintenance and installation costs. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. EcoBlue Technology features an exclu...
In a series from Motili, the company highlights PropTech, CRE, multi-family, and single-family industry news. Motili’s latest video takes a look at the importance of quality HVAC installation and the resources available to contractors to ensure they are performing optimally. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently reported that 4 out of 10 American homes have HVAC systems that are improperly designed and installed. Energy-Efficient living experience Quality installation...
Carrier Corporation (Carrier) has announced the launch of a new line of single-stage split system air conditioners that are compliant with the upcoming 2023 Department of Energy (DOE) minimum efficiency requirements and test procedures. 2023 compliant products Carrier’s latest launch is critical to fully transitioning inventory in the Southern regions to 2023 compliant products, prior to the January 1, 2023 date of installation cutoff for air conditioners sold in the Southern regions. Fi...
Imagine a hot Canoga Park summer without air conditioning? The air conditioning system can be a very best friend on the warmest days. Be sure users take the time to perform basic maintenance regularly as well as invest in a professional checkup at least once a year. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), good maintenance can save money and reduce the energy usage. Here’s a comprehensive air conditioning maintenance checklist, courtesy of the professionals at Tassio Temperature C...
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