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TSMC, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (“SSS”), DENSO Corporation (“DENSO”) and Toyota Motor Corporation (“Toyota”) have announced further investment into Japan Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing, Inc. (“JASM”), TSMC’s majority-owned manufacturing subsidiary in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, to build a second fab, which is scheduled to begin operation by the end of the 2027 calendar year. Toyota will also take a minority stake. Togeth...

A new report from ABB Motion, entitled 'Circularity: No Time to Waste', reveals that 94 percent of HVAC businesses are feeling the effects of resource scarcity, prompting 69 percent to increase their investment in circularity initiatives within the next three years. scarcest resources Raw materials, energy, and labor are seen as the scarcest resources (all cited by 41 percent, 41 percent, and 38 percent respectively). This resource scarcity has led to increased costs for 38 percent of HVAC bu...

Mitsubishi Electric will again attend the Data Centre World Exhibition at the London ExCeL Centre from the 6th to the 7th of March 2024, to showcase its advanced range of data center solutions. At the show, Mitsubishi Electric, a pioneer in IT cooling solutions, will introduce a new approach to the overheating challenge by looking at data centers as useful energy sources and exploring ways to apply otherwise wasted heat to other applications. Data centers in decarbonization “Data center...

At its 28th annual breakfast for trade media at the AHR Expo on Tuesday, January 23, Danfoss focused on HVAC/R solutions for creating sustainable buildings – commercial buildings, data centers, and supermarkets through energy efficiency, decarbonization, and water neutrality.  The nearly 60 attendees had the opportunity to hear from Danfoss subject matter experts as well as industry partners on how Danfoss solutions are helping future-proof buildings to achieve greater energy efficie...

Machine vision has become an integral component of automated manufacturing processes. In older automated manufacturing lines, less efficient methods were used to corral a product part down a conveyor and into a precise position for fixation. This more manual process often required additional hardware to corral pieces down the assembly line in the proper direction or would require pre-fixturing a part with manual labor. This not only was more time intensive but also made manufacturing processes...

On John Podesta’s appointment as Senior Adviser to the President for International Climate Policy, Nathaniel (Nat) Keohane, President, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), said “The announcement that John Podesta will take over the international climate portfolio from John Kerry is a strong signal of the Biden Administration’s continued commitment to climate leadership globally. While he will have large shoes to fill, he is an ideal candidate to take on the role.&rdq...

The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) returned to Chicago for a lively week of learning, reconnecting, perusing, and demoing everything new coming to market in HVACR. Notable topics included all things decarbonization from equipment on the floor to discussions in education programming refrigerant regulation updates, the heat pump resurgence, and the unveiling of many new products that are shaping the path forward for HVACR.  Driving business &ld...

Daikin UK has acquired Robert Heath Heating Ltd, a heating service company. In a deal signed, the acquisition will serve to strengthen Daikin’s residential heating service network in the UK.  The move aligns with Daikin’s strategy to play a pioneering role in the UK’s transition towards low-carbon heating and consolidates its position in the renewable heating market. Air source heat pumps Air source heat pumps are expected to play a crucial role in helping the UK Govern...

BITZER, the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump specialist, is setting new benchmarks in the operation of reciprocating compressors. For all orders received from 1 January 2024, ECOLINE reciprocating compressors of the C3 series or later installed at the Schkeuditz factory will come with the new generation of the IQ MODULE CM-RC-02. The IQ MODULE simplifies and optimizes compressor installation, operation, maintenance, and retrofitting for refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pu...

Resideo Technologies, a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, and security, unveiled the First Alert L2 WiFi Water Sensor and Switch at the AHR Expo 2024 (booth #S10123) in Chicago. The First Alert L2 sensor is the latest addition to Resideo’s award-winning First Alert L Series, a line of connected water-leak detection and shutoff products to help protect homes from costly water damage. First Alert L2 sensor The First Alert L2 sensor can automatically shut of...

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC), a marketplace pioneer in cooling solutions, highlights their efficient, reliable cooling solutions for green hydrogen production and carbon capture, utilization, and storage. To achieve peak performance, these emerging green technologies depend on BAC's extensive range of cooling solutions, including evaporative open and closed circuit cooling towers, hybrid systems, adiabatic cooling, and dry cooling systems. Energy-efficient cooling solutions...

Winter Storm Gerri's frigid temperatures from Jan. 13 to Jan.16 were no match for the reliability of the Ameren Illinois natural gas supply system as customers cranked up their thermostats to stay warm earlier this month. Ameren Illinois’ diversified natural gas portfolio, gas storage capabilities, and strategy of purchasing gas during the summer months when prices are cheaper, saved customers approximately $22 million because Ameren was able to limit purchases of natural gas on the open...

LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA is expanding its line of cutting-edge heat-pump-enabled HVAC water products at AHR Expo 2024. LG’s growing assortment of water solutions highlights the company’s dedication to delivering products that redefine comfort, prioritize energy efficiency and champion sustainability for residential and commercial applications. LG’s heat pump technology Featured at AHR Expo 2024 (booth #S8345), the LG R32 Air-to-Water Heat Pump Monobloc system is...

Spencer Clark, Head of Residential Business Unit, Daikin UK, said: “It’s clear that UK homeowners favor air source heat pumps to decarbonize their home heating, with over 30,100 of the funding applications made through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) between May 2022 and December 2023, marked for air source heat pumps. That’s more than 95% of all applications made through the BUS over this period, with the majority of the other 5% submitted for ground source heat pumps." &ldqu...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, will showcase a robust lineup of all-electric heat pump solutions and supplementary products at the 2024 AHR Expo. The annual event will take place January 22-24 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago. Designed for life, inside and out, all-climate heat pumps provide unparalleled energy efficiency through their ab...

Finally, building managers can put away the complicated spreadsheets, and use a single digital dashboard to assess carbon footprints, set targets, and manage and track emissions. Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, sustainable buildings, announces Johnson Controls OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor, which uses digitally automated data collection and analytics to manage and track scope 1 and 2 emissions and assist building owners in reporting for certification and compliance framework...

Danfoss and Google have announced a strategic partnership to make use of the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and promote energy-efficient solutions in data centers. Under the partnership, Danfoss, the Danish multinational engineering group, will use Google Cloud’s generative AI capabilities to optimize the customer experience, streamline internal work processes and improve productivity across the organization. This can be done, for example, by using gen AI to...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of the next-generation YORK® YMAE Air-to-Water Inverter Scroll Modular Heat Pump, a high-efficiency air-to-water heat pump for the North American market. YORK YMAE The YORK YMAE is a sustainable, future-ready solution for offices and schools that want to minimize their environmental impact and electrify their heating and cooling. The YORK YMAE uses R-454B, a refrigerant that cuts clima...

The power of data analytics is quickly becoming a game-changer in the HVAC-R industry, largely because advances in detection technology are helping companies gather and deploy data in entirely new ways. This week at the AHR Expo 2024 in Chicago, MSA Safety, Inc., will display new connected solutions that make it easier to access and use data to help increase safety compliance, protect people and infrastructures, and reduce emissions. MSA Safety's new connected solutions at AHR Expo 2024 They...

Daikin, a pioneer global air-conditioning company, will highlight its commitment to advancing the HVAC industry’s transition to a sustainable future at the 2024 AHR Expo, Jan. 22-24 in Chicago. Heating and cooling solutions As a longstanding AHR Expo exhibitor, Daikin will display a wide range of heating and cooling solutions from across its portfolio, with a focus on decarbonizing homes and buildings to help improve the environment inside and out while reducing utility and operating cos...

HVAC technology pioneer LG Electronics USA is showcasing its latest innovations in advanced heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and building management solutions for residential and commercial applications this week at the 2024 AHR Expo® in Chicago. Throughout the show, attendees are encouraged to visit booth #S8345, where LG will highlight its industry-pioneering inverter heat pump technology, award-winning water solutions, and other innovative new products and controls, as well as dem...

As part of its over-arching sustainability efforts, Uponor is striving to offer sustainable alternatives for 50% of its product portfolio by 2027. ESG Framework The company’s ESG Framework (Environmental, Social, Governance) has launched a variety of products with significantly lower carbon footprints and is at the forefront of designing radiant heating and cooling systems that help customers achieve their decarbonization goals, while improving occupant comfort and reducing energy consum...

Designed to address skilled labor challenges with a solution that offers full-color differentiation for cold-water plumbing lines, Uponor AquaPEX® Blue pipe is available for residential and commercial domestic water applications. PEX-a pipe The high-quality PEX-a pipe is available in 1/2",3/4", and 1" coils and straight lengths to meet any project need, and it features a six-month UV resistance along with the highest chlorine resistance rating of ‘5’ for the greatest durab...

Imagine users at home, but instead of feeling comfortable and cozy, the windows are foggy, the walls feel damp, and users’re constantly battling with mould and mildew. This is not a scene from a horror movie but a reality for many homeowners who struggle with indoor humidity.  But this doesn’t have to be the reality forever. With correct humidity control, users can adjust and maintain a comfortable and healthy level of humidity indoors. Humidity control Humidity con...

Belimo demonstrated substantial sales growth in a year characterized by inflation pressures, rising interest rates, and slowing business momentum in the construction industry. In 2023, net sales grew 7.2% in local currencies and 1.4% in Swiss francs to CHF 858.8 million. The Americas market region reported impressive results with a sales growth of 7.7% in local currencies. This follows an extraordinary previous year in which Belimo was able to gain significant market share due to delive...

At the 2024 AHR Expo in Chicago, Friedrich Air Conditioning, a pioneering U.S. manufacturer of premium HVAC solutions, unveiled its newest product line-up for residential, commercial, hospitality, and multi-family applications. The products range from award-winning air conditioners to new heat pumps and more, exemplifying the company’s continuous commitment to quality and innovation. Author's quote “With decarbonization efforts at the top of mind in the HVAC industry, Friedrich h...

Mojave Energy Systems, founded to change the nature of air conditioning, announced that its ArctiDry pilot program units have surpassed ten thousand hours of runtime.  The units have recorded uptime of more than 96% and real-time data from the pilot units reveals that the dehumidification capacity represents 116% of the product design specification.   ArctiDry “Our commercial air conditioning system, ArctiDry, is outperforming expectations in all of our installations,&rdq...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of two next-generation industrial heat pumps, YMAE and YCPB, within its YORK portfolio. These technologies allow Johnson Controls to build on its pioneering position in the heating industry as Europe transitions away from boilers and fossil energy, aligning with the EU Heat Pump Action Plan. Author's quote “With heating and cooling contributing to a significant portion of car...

Modine, a pioneer in innovative heating solutions in the HVAC industry, will feature the new Amp Dawg™ electric unit heater, during the AHR Expo 2024, from January 22-24, 2024, in Chicago. The Modine Heating team will be at booth N1721 in the north building. innovative heating solutions “Over the past couple of years, there has been a push for more electrification for residential and light commercial heating applications in the HVAC industry,” said Jon Schlemmer, Vice...

Modine Coatings, a division of Modine and a pioneer in corrosion-resistant coatings technology for the HVAC industry is featuring its full portfolio of coatings at the AHR Expo 2024, from January 22-24, 2024, in Chicago, IL, exhibit booth #N1721. corrosion-resistant coatings Modine Coatings has the complete solution. ElectroFin® E-coat factory-applied coating is the perfect solution for large coils.  Insitu® Spray Applied coating, applied by a Modine Certified Applicator, is the...