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Emerson has launched its new Energy Manager solution, a pre-engineered hardware and software offering designed to simplify industrial electricity monitoring with quick setup and intuitive operation. Ready out of the box, the Energy Manager solution monitors asset energy use in real-time, allowing manufacturers to gain deeper insight into energy consumption and operating costs, lowering carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and maximize energy and operational efficiency. Efficiency and sustainabi...
Blended Products, experts in specialty chemicals and gases, has become a distributor of Delta-T, an advanced surfactant that significantly enhances the efficiency of water-based heating and cooling systems. Delta-T Delta-T is a liquid additive, utilizing a patented formula developed by chemicals firm SafeSol following 15 years of research. It works by reducing the surface tension of water, which allows water within a heating or cooling system to reach a much greater surface area of heat...
From now through year-end, wholesalers can help an organization build homes for injured Veterans, when they stock up on Decon7’s powerful HVAC cleaner and disinfectant, D7. In a promotion sponsored by Decon7, the company will make a donation to Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) for every D7 quart kit sold from October through December 31, 2024. Disinfect and Donate 'Disinfect and Donate' is a partnership between Decon7 and HFOT to drive awareness of the non-profit’s mission to bui...
Danfoss, a global pioneer in engineering technologies, is proud to announce the release of its new and reliable EVR and NRV Safety Valves, approved to meet UL 60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-89 standards. EVR and NRV Safety Valves As the industry faces tighter safety regulations, the Danfoss EVR solenoid valves and NRV check valves provide a solution for separating flammable refrigerant charges (A2L, A2, or A3) in case of leaks, thereby reducing the total releasable charge in higher capacity systems...
CAREL is proud to announce the presentation of its near-term emissions reduction targets to SBTi, confirming its commitment to the fight against climate change and achieving its environmental sustainability objectives. The Science Based Targets initiative is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis. Greenhouse gas emissions The SBTi is included as a charity, with aid that will host i...
Johnson Controls announced the grand opening of its new Innovation Center – Warren Johnson Engineering Lab. The new 109,000-square-foot facility houses approximately 250 employees dedicated to advancing smart building technologies and sustainable solutions. new facility Since the company’s founding in 1885, innovation has been at the heart of Johnson Controls. The newly completed facility marks a significant milestone for the company, demonstrating its commitment to innovation, su...
Two Imax Xtra 2 240 kW Ideal Heating Commercial condensing boilers have been installed at Hull Maritime Museum as part of a major restoration project to the Grade 2* listed building. Dating back to 1871 when the building was Hull’s Dock Offices, the Hull Maritime Museum has been in operation since 1975 and had been heated by the same cast iron section boiler for the last 30 years. Imax Xtra 2 240 kW boilers The old boiler has been replaced by two Imax Xtra 2 240 kW boilers installed in...
Weil-McLain® has launched its latest promotion, offering contractors two chances to win big this heating season. Contractors who purchase residential high-efficiency boilers from an authorized Weil-McLain distributor can earn valuable rewards. Those who register and install the units can unlock even more incentives. Additionally, by joining The Weil-McLain Advantage™ program during the 2024 Double Down, Double Chance promotion, contractors can compete for regional prizes, including a...
Johnson Controls, the pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is supplying the municipality of Neustadt in Holstein, Germany, with a state-of-the-art heat pump that will use water from the Baltic Sea to generate green energy. The system will provide part of the heat supply to a new district in the city's harbor via its heating network. This seawater solution is the first-of-its-kind in Germany on this scale and represents a model for the transformation of heat supply. Heat...
Ideal Heating Commercial is delighted to have won a coveted BESA award for Training Provider of the Year, which was announced at the BESA Industry Awards 2024 on 17th October at The Brewery, London. This is the first year this specific award has been introduced by BESA, which aims to place a spotlight on the increased need for training and skills. Commercial heating systems Ideal Heating Commercial’s range of CPDs are designed to provide customers with the knowledge Ideal He...
The Miami Dolphins Football UNITES™ program and Air Pros USA, a pioneering residential air conditioning services company and an official Air Conditioning partner of the Miami Dolphins, came together to provide new A/C units for three households in need. The first recipient was Army Sergeant First Class - Daniel Matthews from United States Southern Command. Matthews lives with his wife, Jonell, and their two sons Dillon and Solomon in a home with an 18-year-old A/C unit. Un...
Danfoss has announced the winners of its 2024 EnVisioneer of the Year awards. ThermalWorks, Cloward H2O, and Jetson by Modine took top honors in the annual competition recognizing companies that use Danfoss products or solutions to realize significant energy or environmental savings. ThermalWorks, a manufacturer of modular cooling systems based in Bloomingburg, New York, was the winner in the System Integrator category. Danfoss Turbocor® compressor The unit uses a flooded pumped-liquid ov...
On 1 October 2024, Paolo Faraldi joined CAREL as the new 'Group Chief Technology Officer'. This strategic appointment reflects the Group’s commitment to strengthening the scope and development of its technical areas, with the aim of increasing the integration and coordination of its technological processes. Paolo Faraldi brings to the Group more than 20 years’ experience acquired at major international companies, such as Fiat, Indesit, Philips, and Electrolux, both in Italy and abro...
The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) is pleased to welcome David G.Victor to the Board of Directors. Victor, a globally renowned scholar on climate and energy issues, is a professor of innovation and public policy at the School of Global Policy and Strategy at the University of California San Diego. He also co-directs the Deep Decarbonization Initiative at UCSD, which aims to find solutions to overcome the engineering, economic and political challenges associated with achieving a...
With changing seasons, optimizing the HVAC system for clean air solutions can make a big difference in the home’s air quality. Common allergens like mold spores and ragweed can easily find their way indoors, worsening allergy symptoms. Fortunately, their trained and certified technicians have identified a few strategies that can help reduce these allergens and improve the home's comfort. Keeping the HVAC system well-maintained is one of the best ways to improve indoor air quality. Regular...
This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week and Ameren Illinois is reminding parents and high school driver ed instructors to have conversations with their teens or students about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. These rules address the greatest dangers for teen drivers: alcohol, inconsistent or no seat belt use, distracted/texting, drowsy driving, speeding, and having too many passengers. Drivers safety protocol A less talked about,...
GF Building Flow Solutions (formerly Uponor) has made further advances on its journey towards carbon-neutral operations, adding Hutchinson and Zella-Mehlis to its range of manufacturing locations that have reached carbon-neutral status (scope 1 and 2). This result highlights GF Building Flow Solutions’ ongoing commitment to minimize resource consumption. sustainable water solutions Thomas Fuhr, Chief Technology Officer at GF Building Flow Solutions, said, "GF Building Flow Solutio...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of its new YORK® Mission Critical Vertical Computer Room Air Handler (MCV CRAH), engineered to meet the growing demand for sustainable data center technology. Data centers are one of the fastest-growing areas of new construction around the world. Ensuring they remain efficient and sustainable is critical. The new MCV CRAH is specifically designed to support rapid data center expansion, wh...
Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire officially launched its new NICEIC-approved training facility at Tŷ Gwyrddfai in Penygroes, north Wales on 10th October with a morning of presentations and activities attended by over 50 invited guests. Tŷ Gwyrddfai is the first decarbonization hub of its kind and has been created to ensure that north Wales will be at the forefront of the decarbonization agenda. The facility is a collaborative project between Adra, north Wa...
American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate. As cold weather approaches, APM Steam urges facilities to prepare their steam s...
Wauseon Machine (WM), a globally renowned provider of automation solutions, tube forming technologies, precision machining and fabrications, highlights its Redeployable Automation Module, a transformative solution designed to enhance automation efficiency across industries. Engineered for versatility and cost-effectiveness, this platform integrates seamlessly into various manufacturing processes, offering flexibility from manual to fully automated operations. modular design Its modular...
A-Gas, a world pioneer in responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, offered its Rapid Recovery® services in the cleanup of Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. With a Rapid Recovery location in Charlotte, North Carolina, A-Gas is poised to provide the region with on-site refrigerant recoveries as needed. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Rapid Recovery Team collected refrigerant from big-box stores that experienced damage from the storm, minimizing the risk...
Cool Designs Ltd, the independent air conditioning and heat pump distributor, is expanding its technical and customer support team in response to continuing growth across the UK. Clive Dearlove Clive Dearlove joins as Contracts Manager, with a particular focus on applied projects involving chillers and air source heat pumps. He will manage contracts from the point of order through to delivery, and provide after-sales technical support. With 30 years of experience in the trade, inc...
Carrier Commercial HVAC recently completed a chiller replacement project at one of London’s most extraordinary venues, the ArcelorMittal Orbit in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford. Carrier Commercial HVAC is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Designed by sculptor Sir Anish Kapoor and engineer Cecil Balmond, the ArcelorMittal Orbit is one of the most striking and enduring visual legacies of the London 2012 Olympic an...
American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for healthcare facilities, colleges, universities, pharmaceutical companies, biopharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and government facilities. The Heat Loss Study offered by APM Steam includes a detailed site walk and thorough review of hot water, steam...
Supporting LG Electronics’ global business-to-business (B2B) expansion, the company aims to double its U.S. HVAC product sales by 2030, executives announced at LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA’s 2024 Dual Channel Leadership Summit. The two-day summit, which brought together pioneers from LG’s distribution customers and applied representatives, cultivated a collaborative environment supporting LG’s substantial B2B growth strategies. LG executives and gain insights A...
BITZER has appointed Ernest West & Beynon Ltd as an authorized Marine Service Partner, with a particular focus on the specialist cooling requirements of the marine and offshore industries. The agreement includes access to BITZER compressors, components, and refrigeration oils, plus Green Point services, including remanufactured compressors and site support. Refrigeration solutions Kevin Glass, Managing Director of BITZER UK, said: "With more than a century of experience in the marine and...
The first Global Stocktake (GST) took place at COP28 in Dubai last year. It assessed Parties’ progress towards achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and set out clear targets and signals to raise climate ambition going forward. As attention shifts to COP29 in Baku, Parties must account for how they have integrated outcomes from the GST in new climate targets—known as nationally determined contributions (NDCs)—due by February 10, 2025. Enhancing international coop...
GF Building Flow Solutions Americas (formerly Uponor North America), a global provider of Uponor-branded products, is introducing the latest advancement in PEX-a piping technology with the launch of Uponor ServicePEX™ for water service applications. Designed for both new construction and the replacement of outdated service lines, ServicePEX delivers clean, safe water from the main to the structure, offering a modern, dependable solution that prioritizes health, safety, and top-tier perfor...
Projective is pleased to announce that Bonheur ASA, the Norway-based industrial investment company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, has acquired a controlling stake in the Company. Building on 176 years of experience in, inter alia, renewable energy, shipping, and various maritime activities, Bonheur has developed a strong ecosystem of renewable energy-related companies. Projective is a global technical consulting and engineering firm that specializes in providing tailored solutions to large...
