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Mitsubishi Electric has launched an air-cooled chiller with a new proprietary single-screw compressor to offer greater energy efficiency and high reliability for a longer operating life. The MECH-iF range offers capacities from 345kW to 921kW and is available with R1234ze (G04) or R513A (G05) refrigerant and brand-new proprietary screw variable speed compressors. MECH-iF range MECH-iF is a milestone in the company’s air-cooled screw chiller portfolio, paving the way for the development...

Hoshizaki America, Inc., a pioneer innovator in commercial kitchen equipment, proudly announces the advancement of one of its own, Sally Ray, to the position of Vice President of Marketing. Concurrently, the company warmly welcomes a new addition to its leadership team, appointing Loanne Freedlund as the new Vice President of Finance. Sally Ray has been with Hoshizaki for almost nine years, advancing through a variety of Marketing roles with increasing responsibility. Additionally, as a Certifi...

DENSO CORPORATION and other partners have been chosen by an industry-government-academia collaborative project aiming to expand the recycled content for automobiles in the fiscal year 2023 supported by Ministry of the Environment, Japan. The project, titled "Demonstration of Manufacturing-and-Recycling Integrated Process for Horizontal Cycle Enabled by Automated Sophisticated Dismantling of ELVs, (end-of-life vehicles)" has begun in early March and is scheduled to conclude by the end of Januar...

St. Paul Catholic Church in Valparaiso, Ind., took a significant step towards heating modernization by installing three state-of-the-art Weil-McLain Stainless Steel Vertical (SVF) 725 boiler units. G.L. Jorgensen Heating & Cooling, the installation contractor, played a pivotal role in the hydronic heating replacement project. St. Paul Catholic Church, spanning roughly 18,000 square feet with seating for 950 parishioners, sought a heating solution that not only accommodat...

Yorkland Controls Limited, a prominent player in the Canadian building controls, combustion controls, and parts industry, is excited to announce a strategic merger with US-based Building Controls & Solutions ("BCS"), a distributor of innovative building automation and control solutions and parts. This transformative merger is poised to create a powerful synergy that will offer expanded services and distribution capabilities in the Canadian market. customer satisfaction The merger brings t...

ACV UK, a hot water and heating specialist, is pleased to announce the launch of its new CIBSE-approved CPD training module, ‘Factors driving material selection for hot water storage products’. Split into easy-to-read sections, the new CPD looks at water composition, how this can vary between regions, and the effects it can have on materials commonly used in the manufacture of hot water tanks. It also covers the different types of corrosion and how this can trigger and manifest. ne...

A new build bespoke property from Dovecote Homes integrates cutting-edge green technology featuring the Panasonic 12kW Aquarea Monobloc air-to-water heat pump, alongside solar panels and a battery storage unit. The stunning property has achieved the most efficient EPC rating possible (A-rated) thanks to its thoughtful specification. The heating and cooling system was supplied and designed by Oceanair and installed by Danny Wakeman of Wakeman Heating & Renewables. Innovative Heating Solut...

Lochinvar, an industry major in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces the launch of its XCalibur™ Condensing High-Efficiency Tankless Water Heaters with X3® Scale Prevention Technology. Bringing to market new premium features, including an integrated recirculation pump and patented heat exchanger; enhanced installation flexibility, and high-efficiency performance, the XCalibur tankless water heater supports busy contractors and homeowners.   XCalibur tankless...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the globally renowned manufacturer of humidity control, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced the release of its latest whitepaper titled 'Understanding Humidification Solutions: Selecting the Right Type of Humidifier'. Humidifiers play a vital role in maintaining the right moisture balance for air in commercial facilities, safeguarding materials, optimizing processes, and contributing to a healthier and more comfortable working environme...

CEO Warrior, a global business training, coaching, and implementation organization for service business owners, has announced new additions to its leadership team to provide the home service and trade industries with the quality mentoring, coaching, and training services the company has long been known to provide. exceptional service and value “Our history has always been, and continues to be, focused on the trade services sector, and we want to ensure that we provide exceptional service...

STULZ Modular, one of the pioneering providers of modular data center solutions and a wholly owned subsidiary of STULZ GmbH, is cooperating with Asperitas in the field of liquid cooling. The aim of the collaboration with the Dutch immersion cooling specialist is to realize the benefits of immersion cooling for high-density data center environments. STULZ Modular and Asperitas The core of the cooperation is the implementation of a concept for a modular data center solution The core of the coo...

Carrier’s AquaEdge® 19DV water-cooled centrifugal chiller line is certified to comply with seismic requirements. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. 19DV centrifugal chiller The 19DV is the latest in Carrier’s lineup of chillers to be certified by California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI). It also meets the current International Building Code, California Building Code, and...

The Eurovent Board has welcomed TÜV NORD as its newest Associate Member. The membership approval makes it Eurovent’s eleventh Associate Member, reinforcing the association’s membership base. TÜV NORD is a technical service provider with worldwide activities in validating the safety of products and services in product inspection, testing, and certification. a unique network of experts Founded in 1869 and headquartered in Hanover, the group employs more than 14.000 people...

Danfoss' Alsmart™ programmable controller has won the esteemed MCE Excellence Award 2024 at the MCE Mostra Convegno Expocomfort. Recognized by the Technical Jury, this accolade underscores Alsmart's capacity to address the diverse needs of HVACR applications, while adhering to the highest global programming standards. Packed within a modular and flexible platform, Alsmart™ offers a strong package for efficiency and security in the industry. Danfoss Alsmart™ Universal Controll...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces the return of Profit Launch, the home service industry’s longest-running and highest-rated business planning workshop. BDR’s Profit Launch Business Planning for 2025 will begin in September and run through December with six different session dates for contractors to choose from. These three-day virtual workshops help home service contractin...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the expansion of its heat pump and chiller plant in Nantes, France, to support increased customer demand in the European region. The state-of-the-art facility, the company’s primary manufacturing hub for the design, engineering, and production of York-branded chillers and heat pumps in Europe, has doubled in size and recently started operations. energy transition “The electrification of he...

The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), Resilience First, and Resilience Rising today launched the Corporate Climate Resilience Pathways initiative, which aims to empower companies to enhance their resilience and contribute to a global ecosystem of resilient business practices. Climate change poses an urgent threat. As the backbone of the global economy, businesses play a pivotal role in driving forward resilience and mitigating the dire impacts of climate change. climate, sustaina...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, announces the introduction of Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units (MSZ-GS/MSY-GS), an update to the former models (MSZ-GS/MSY-GL). Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units Part of a mini-split system, Premier Wall-mounted Indoor Units can heat or air-condition any residential room. Premier MSZ-GS Indoor Units are compatible wi...

The Midea IN Cassette is a breakthrough in heat pump technology given its built-in design, blend-in style, and energy efficiency. The IN Cassette is ready to fit into home joist spaces, making it an ideal option for new homes, add-ons, and conversions at a later date. Users can precisely heat and cool the needed spaces and spots throughout their homes – its industry-exclusive compact size of 50.3" W x 13.19" D x 9" H means it can fit just about anywhere. IN Cassette features With the H...

Daikin Applied has introduced an enhanced Navigator® WWV water-cooled screw chiller with low-global warming potential (GWP) R-513A refrigerant. In addition to delivering industry-pioneering performance, customers can pair the new chiller with an optional Templifier® TWV water heater for energy- and cost-efficient heat recovery solution. The combination of a low-GWP refrigerant and heat recovery configuration allows building owners and operators to trim utility costs, and accelerate thei...

Global materials supplier - TG Lynes has further demonstrated its commitment to supporting women in plumbing by sponsoring an all-female competition for a third consecutive year. Sixteen female plumbing and electrical apprentices attended Lewisham College on International Women’s Day, March 8, to take part in skills challenges. plumbing category prizes The eight up-and-comers in the plumbing category were scored on their ability to carry out common trade tasks, including press-fitting a...

Toshiba Carrier UK has appointed Viridus Energy as its new distributor in Ireland for its full range of Toshiba air conditioning products. Toshiba Carrier UK is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Viridus Energy takes over from GT Phelan, which worked successfully with Toshiba for more than 40 years. The Dublin-based company already had a relationship with Toshiba Carrier UK before becoming its new distributor. Successful partne...

Goodman is turning HVAC on its side with the launch of its new Goodman brand split system, side-discharge air conditioners heat pumps designed to free up space for backyards, rooftops, or patios while delivering extremely quiet, premium-style performance. A compact, space-saving solution for homes with limited installation options, the new inverter-driven, variable-speed, communicatingGoodman SD is up to 53 percent lighter and 40 percent smaller than a traditional cube-style unit...

Micro-Air, an Innovative Motion Technologies (IMT) company, announced its acquisition of a new facility in Hamilton, NJ.  The 20,000 sq ft building provides the capacity to scale all business systems, including enhanced manufacturing processes, order fulfillment, and agile distribution practices to meet the growing needs of its distribution partners, dealers, and direct-to-consumer customer base. Current and future growth Micro-Air has committed to growing and developing its core product...

The Swedish heat pump company - Qvantum has recently acquired Electrolux Group's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Nyíregyháza, Hungary.  The appliance industry has long been recognized as a benchmark in terms of Operational Excellence and represents a model for the heat pump industry. Through the acquisition, Qvantum has access to superior mass production technology and know-how to accelerate its growth journey. Federico Rosales As of March 6th, Federico Rosales w...

A new data center in Frankfurt, due to open in 2024 summer, has sustainability at its heart, with the support of 20 highly energy-efficient dry coolers from Kelvion. Mainova WebHouse, a subsidiary of Mainova, one of Germany’s largest energy suppliers, is behind the new facility. It will be supplied with 100% green energy supported by an installed solar power system and also will use waste heat to power other buildings in the area. water-based system For sustainable cooling of the d...

State Water Heaters, a global manufacturer of commercial and residential water heaters, has announced the renewal of its long-term partnership with Jeb Burton at Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport for the 2024 NASCAR season.  This season marks State Water Heaters’ 12th in partnership with Jeb Burton, and Burton’s second season with JAR Bommarito Autosport.   Jeb Burton Jeb Burton is racing the No. 27 Chevrolet Camaro SS and competing in the NASCAR Xfin...

As homeowners transition their HVAC systems from heating to cooling this spring, K&N, the pioneer in performance filtration products for over 50 years, is now helping homeowners save money, while keeping their homes cooler and breathe easier with its new washable and reusable HVAC filters. Available on the website, these easy-to-clean air filters strike a perfect balance of airflow, protection, and tremendous savings, helping increase HVAC system efficiency and providing users with clean an...

Sherborne School in Dorset has successfully improved the reliability and efficiency of the heating system serving its Big School Room (BSR) building with the installation of four new Remeha Gas 120 Ace boilers using a Remeha prefabricated cascade arrangement. Remeha is part of Baxi. Founded in its current guise in 1550, Sherborne School’s history of educating boys dates back to the 12th century. Given its rich history and reputation for excellence, creating the optimal warm and comfortabl...

ECM Technologies, a pioneer in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation, has named Andrew Soulier as its first Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). In this role, Andrew Soulier will oversee all aspects of sustainability for the business, including strategic leadership, market development, and stakeholder engagement. He is also responsible for embedding environmental stewardship and leading practice in all aspects of manufacturing, operations, and distribution. Prior roles of Andrew Soulier Ext...