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Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will preview its new YORK heat pump portfolio at the AHR Expo 2023, taking place from Feb. 6 - Feb. 8, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Visitors to booth B1617 will be the first to see the new offerings, which include a two-module unit of the YORK® YMAE Air-Cooled Inverter Scroll Modular Heat Pump and 1:12 scale models of the YORK® YVWH Water-to-Water Dual Variable-Speed Screw Heat Pump and YORK...
Honeywell announced that Heatcraft Refrigeration Products (Heatcraft), a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems as part of Lennox International, is developing new walk-in unit coolers, condensing units, and condensers for supermarkets and retailers that operate using Honeywell Solstice® L40X (R-455A). Honeywell Solstice L40X Honeywell Solstice L40X is a ready-now, low-global-warming-potential (GWP), energy-efficient hydrofluoroolefin (HFO)-blend solution for commerc...
Johnson Controls-Hitachi continues to exceed demands for sustainable, energy-efficient heating and cooling products with the North American launch of the Yutaki M R32 monobloc air-to-water heat pump. This all-in-one solution can deliver heating, and cooling and even serve as a domestic water heater with an external tank. The three-ton and four-ton systems are engineered to deliver a consistent, 140 F heating capacity even within sub-zero ambient temperatures and can generate up to four times mo...
Daikin, a pioneer in air conditioning company, announced that it will spotlight its work to extend the boundaries of energy efficiency at the 2023 AHR Expo. A proud expo exhibitor and attendee for decades, Daikin will display its research and development efforts, core technologies, and new offerings, which demonstrate a unified approach to efficiency-focused innovation across the company’s portfolio of brands. Efficiency in HVAC systems “From homes to high-rises, the climate impac...
LG Electronics U.S.A.’s Air Conditioning Technologies division’s Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller provides a wide range of both hot and chilled fluid for comfort and process applications. The heating performance of the LG Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller provides engineers and owners with a valuable option in their demand to exceed market trends and assist in promoting electrification and carbon reduction efforts active in the marketplace. High-Performance heating As states acro...
From 04 February to 08 February, 2023, the Eurovent Team is going to be at the ASHRAE Winter Conference 2023 and AHR Expo 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Both the conference and expo provide forums where manufacturers and suppliers come together to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. ASHRAE Winter Conference and AHR Expo events Visitors can request a meeting by simply sending Francesco Scuderi an email ASHRAE Winter Conference - an event that brings together HVACR experts...
SPX Cooling Tech, LLC, the globally renowned full-line, full-service industry major in the design and manufacture of evaporative cooling towers and fluid coolers, will feature new and innovative products in Booth B1819, at the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo). AHR Expo 2023 takes place from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2023, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. SPX Cooling to exhibit at AHR Expo 2023 SPX Cooling’s booth will foc...
Johnson Controls-Hitachi continues to exceed demands for sustainable, energy-efficient heating and cooling products with the North American launch of the Yutaki M R32 monobloc air-to-water heat pump. This all-in-one solution can deliver heating, cooling and even serve as a domestic water heater with an external tank. The three-ton and four-ton systems are engineered to deliver a consistent, 140 F heating capacity even within sub-zero ambient temperatures and can generate up to four times more t...
Hitachi Europe, Ltd. has announced the appointment of Andrew Barr as the President of Hitachi Europe, Ltd. The new appointment will take effect from 1st April 2023. Andrew Barr, currently the Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO) of Hitachi Rail, Ltd., has dedicated almost 20 years of his career at Hitachi, spearheading the growth of the Rail business in Europe and globally. In-depth knowledge of Hitachi and the mobility sector Andrew Barr will lead Hitachi Europe’s business in this...
The Chemours Company (Chemours), a global chemistry company with market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, began taking orders from North American customers in December for its Opteon™ XL41 (R-454B) hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant, which the company will start fulfilling by the end of Q1 2023. Opteon™ XL41 is an R-410A replacement in new air conditioning and heat pump applications, offering zero ozone depl...
Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will showcase innovative, new technologies and capabilities that address decarbonization and occupant health, safety and comfort along with Johnson Controls-Hitachi at the upcoming AHR Expo 2023 (booth B1617), from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. At the show, Johnson Controls will demonstrate its products and solutions that improve sustainability and optimize building performance align...
PARAT Halvorsen will deliver the complete IEL Electrical Steam Boiler system to Oslo's fishing and seafood processing company. 1200kW IEL Electrical Steam Boiler The delivery includes the 1200kW IEL Electrical Steam Boiler with 400V connection, 10 barg design pressure, and 184°C design temperature. PARAT will also deliver a 1000ltr Degassing tank, Feedwater Pumps, Blow Down Tank, Start-up, and personnel training. PARAT designs quality, long-lasting industrial electrical low volt...
ABB E-mobility has announced the delivery of its one millionth electric vehicle charger, the latest milestone in the company’s ongoing mission to enable an emission-free future through smart and reliable EV charging solutions. ABB E-mobility’s new production facility With a presence in more than 85 markets, the launch of ABB E-mobility’s new $30 million, 16,000m2 production facility in Valdarno, Italy in 2022, completed a doubling of the company’s production capaci...
Ofgem has awarded up to £58m to five pioneering projects in the 2020 Network Innovation Competition to help support the transition to a net zero emissions economy at the lowest cost to consumers. Winning gas innovation projects include a world first trial of a 100% ‘green hydrogen’ network for 300 households in Fife to use hydrogen to cook and heat their homes instead of gas. Electricity projects which have secured funding are aimed at boosting the grid’s flexibility to...
XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, announces the launch of a newly updated website to introduce its exclusive suite of digital tech-enablement tools designed to transform field service businesses. Smart diagnostics XOi equips the current and next generation of field service professionals with smart diagnostics, high-powered data analytics, and live on-the-job virtual support and training to deliver meaningful actionabl...
The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA); also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association announces the publication of a white paper on methods of inspecting and cleaning open-air plenums. The paper addresses common contaminants found in open-air plenums that can adversely impact the conditioned space and provides guidance for the inspection and cleaning of those areas. Open-air plenums Open-air plenums are found in both commercial and residential settings a...
Interplay Learning, the provider of online and virtual reality training for the essential skilled trades announced the release of its highly anticipated Hospitality catalog which helps hotel brands and hospitality management companies save time and money by streamlining operations and empowering them to deliver an exceptional guest experience across all properties. Hospitality training With a growing catalog of expert-led training and hands-on 3D simulations in HVAC, plumbing, facilities maint...
Marley Engineered Products, a promising choice among contractors for comfort heating and ventilation systems, is offering its QMark® MUH unit heater and Berko® HUHAA unit heater in ready-to-install PRO Series bundles that include the most commonly-ordered safety, installation, and control components to make heating any space effortless. MUH-Pro+ and HUHAA Pro+ Series bundles The MUH-Pro+ and HUHAA Pro+ Series bundles, which include the SmartSeries® Plus thermostat and B10 mounting...
The Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Filters’ (PG-FIL) has released its new Recommendations 4/24 Energy consumption evaluation of air filters for general ventilation purposes and 4/25 Energy consumption evaluation of air filters for general ventilation in NRVUs in the context of Ecodesign. The purpose of the Recommendation 4/24 is to provide a generic methodology for estimating energy consumption of air filters for general ventilation under actual operating conditions, taking into consid...
As part of its commitment to achieving net-zero goals, Johnson Controls (JCI), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, recently signed the Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge initiated by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). Ahead of the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) being hosted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), this pledge bolsters the UAE’s climate leadership in the region, as it prepares to harness innovation a...
In an annual survey completed by the Drucker Institute and published in The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), Johnson Controls ranks 95th among the best-managed companies in the United States of America (USA). The Management Top 250 ranking features U.S. companies measured for corporate effectiveness, which is defined as ‘doing the right things well.’ Johnson Controls ranks among Best-run U.S. Companies Each company also receives a rating on the following dimensions of corporate performa...
General Filter are delighted to inform that from 13 to 17 March 2023 they will be one of the main exhibitors at ISH 2023, the world’s renowned trade fair for energy-saving, air-conditioning and building automation technologies with focus on renewable energies. Attendees can visit General Filter in Hall 8.0, Stand B89 at ISH 2023. They can come and see all the news and innovations to ensure maximum air quality in civil, industrial, pharmaceutical and hospital environments. Follow General F...
The January 2023 issue of the Healthy Indoors Magazine contains an article on the IICRC’s new mold standard for IAQ professionals. The standard for remediation services serves as a guide to help professionals in their efforts to improve indoor air quality. The information in the standard also benefits facilities managers looking to improve the safety of buildings under their supervision. The following is a summation of the IICRC and its new standard. About the IICRC The IICRC is an orga...
Embraco, a global provider of refrigeration technology for the complete residential and commercial cold chain and a Nidec Global Appliance brand, is bringing to the AHR Expo 2023, in Atlanta (USA), from February 6-8, at booth #B2339, the results of a case study with an ice machine that reached 34% energy savings after having its compressor switched. In the study, a model using R404A refrigerant was replaced by the Embraco EMX compressor, which runs on natural refrigerant R290. The exchange also...
Global technology and engineering giant Emerson becomes the newest addition to a growing group of industry players supporting joint initiatives in the fields of regulatory development, education, and awareness raising. The move underlines the association’s successful development over the past years and its commitment to providing neutral and unbiased expertise to the market. innovative solutions Emerson looks back at over 130 years of corporate history. With more than 85.000 employees a...
Ruskin is pleased to announce three new sunshade models are now available. These basic horizontal designs offer an airfoil, rectangle tube, or Z blade design in a variety of depths and options. The three new sunshade models from Ruskin include: SSRTH (Sunshade Rectangle Tube Horizontal Mounted) Comes as a 4", 6" and 8" depth Outriggers can be tapered, channel or tube Facia can be channel, round tube, or bull nose Corners can be straight or miter corner SSAFH (Sunshade Airfoil Horizo...
The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association announces that its 34th Annual Meeting & Exposition will take place March 27-29, 2023 at the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. cleaning, and restoration of HVAC systems The industry’s largest annual event will bring together a diverse group of professionals involved in the inspection, cleaning, and restoration of HVAC systems. With industry-s...
Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced that it acquired Hybrid Energy AS, a growing provider of high-temperature energy management solutions with a focus on heat pumps for district heating and industrial processes. The unique technology of Hybrid Energy will provide new, cost-effective solutions to customers, while addressing decarbonization and sustainability efforts in Europe and beyond. Sustainable energy management technologi...
As the HVAC system does its year-round work of providing clean fresh air to buildings, dirt builds up. Not only dirt, but particles, such as dust and pathogens that cause illness and disease. However, a clean system keeps building occupants healthy. Dirty HVAC ducts could contribute to more serious health problems and pose a threat to those who suffer from respiratory illnesses, autoimmune diseases, or certain environmental allergies. For this reason, commercial HVAC air duct cleaning is critic...
Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organization dedicated to the development and promotion of secure interoperability and energy savings across long-life appliances, HVAC systems and TVs within the connected home ecosystem, has announced the release of its HCA Interface Specification 1.0 for Cloud-to-Cloud (C2C) interoperability at the Consumer Electronics Show 2023 - CES 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, from January 5 to January 8, 2023. The HCA exhibit is located in booth #52739 in the Venet...
