Commercial HVAC - News

Johnson Controls, the global provider for smart and sustainable buildings, announced the official opening of its S$50 million OpenBlue Innovation Center to create a future-ready built environment for Singapore and the region. The new facility, located within the School of Design and Environment (SDE), at the National University of Singapore (NUS), will be a living laboratory for a new breed of customizable, contact-free applications built on Johnson Controls unifying digital technology suite, Op...

A ductless HVAC system (or mini-split system) consists of an outdoor compressor/condenser and an indoor air-handling unit (evaporator). Unlike the central air conditioning system, these units do not use ducts. Mini-split systems pay for themselves over time. Here are 3 reasons why homeowners switch to ductless heating and cooling: 1) Increases energy efficiency Inverter-driven compressors of ductless systems speed up and slow down based on the needs of the system If users want a more efficie...

Heat Transfer Products Group, LLC (HTPG), manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment sold under the recognized brands of Russell, Witt, Kramer, and ColdZone, announces the release of its new Medium Profile, Heavy Duty and Warehouse Unit Coolers. The models are optionally available as EcoNet® Enabled Unit Coolers. The unit coolers were designed with efficiency, performance, and serviceability for medium, large, and warehouse walk-in coolers and freezers. Versatile EcoNet Portfolio...

Adding an ultraviolet (UV) lighting system to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment of the California home or business creates a healthier environment for users and their loved ones. At Tassio Temperature, they take great pride in providing reliable information about the latest trends, products, and services in the HVAC industry. Users can trust their certified team of professionals to offer them sustainable solutions that will add another layer of comfort, safety, and...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announces its coming launch of second-generation full-SiC (Silicon Carbide) power modules featuring a newly developed SiC chip for industrial use. The low power loss characteristics and high carrier frequency operation of the SiC-MOSFET (metal oxide semiconductor field-effect transistor) and SiC-SBD (Schottky Barrier Diode) chips in the modules are expected to facilitate the development of more efficient, smaller, and lighter-weight power equipment in various ind...

To help facilitate remote HVAC management during the on-going COVID-19 global pandemic, Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced that it will extend, until the end of 2020, the offer of free subscriptions for its cloud-based remote asset management and analytics service platform, Pump Manager. “The original offer of three free months of Pump Manager service to new customers was scheduled to expire in August but we recognize that there is still a need to maintain social distancing wherever...

Boilers are hardy and reliable. They heat water, and then distribute hot steam or hot water to rooms through a series of pipes. Boilers can be fueled by: natural gas heating oil propane electricity biodiesel-oil blend Boiler installation cost The cost of replacing a boiler usually includes all lines and wiring needed for the new system But like any other type of equipment, boilers have a lifespan, and selecting a new boiler system could be hard. The cost of replacing a boiler usually...

WINT - Water Intelligence, a globally renowned company in cutting-edge water management and leak prevention solutions for construction, commercial and industrial applications, has developed a solution that detects and prevents leaks and other issues in chilled water systems and pipes. Leak prevention solution The solution prevents water damage by detecting issues, automatically shutting off water flows and isolating impacted areas. WINT has developed a solution specifically designed to detect...

The heating and cooling system is the lungs of the home. Over time, dust mites or debris accumulate inside the air ducts, making them infested with mice or other vermin. Duct cleaning refers to the cleaning of various heating and cooling system components. From safety to comfort to health, it’s critical for homeowners to keep the ducts clean. Air ducts supply air to the indoor home environment. If they’re dirty, it could cause allergies and serious problems for people with respirato...

NearU HVAC Services announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Hagan Heating and Air, in Anderson, South Carolina. This marks NearU's fourth acquisition in six months. Under NearU's ownership, Hagan will strategically join forces with Carolina Heating Services, another NearU company that is based in nearby Greenville, South Carolina. Paul Hagan, the Founder of Hagan Heating and Air, will continue to lead the company's customer service efforts. Hagan heating and Air "Hagan Heatin...

Breathing safe fresh air is essential for healthy living, especially considering the majority of COVID-19 transmissions result from the aerosolization of the virus from coughing, sneezing and breathing. CIMR Tech, a provider of clean air defense solutions, helps to achieve a safe return to indoor spaces and drive economic recovery. In July 2020, Auburn University's McCrary Institute and Air University released a report proposing a "multi-layered air defense for critical infrastructure." CIMR&re...

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announces that Carrier, a provider of heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions, and its subsidiary EMSI are the first organizations in China to achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management. Properties in multiple cities including offices and a factory add to the list of over 500 facilities across the world taking proactive measures focused on prevention and preparedness, resilience and recovery in the...

Hunt’s Foodservice has taken delivery of 31 new vans and trucks fitted with Carrier Transicold refrigeration equipment, in a move designed to increase the versatility of its fleet by improving cold chain integrity on multi-drop delivery routes. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a globally renowned provider of innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies. The new vehicles include 20...

Zoning is used to enable homeowners to reduce conditioning energy usage in unoccupied areas, while simultaneously maintaining comfort conditions in occupied areas of the home. Multi-zone heating and cooling system allow to separately control various areas of the house. Zoned HVAC separates houses into different temperature zones which can be controlled separately. Each room can function as a zone.  Adding zones to your HVAC system Zone systems are a good choice when one has a lot o...

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, are delighted to announce that Heat Pump manufacturers across the UK have joined together to refresh the Heat Pump Benchmark commissioning checklist in line with the latest legislation, which forms part of the warranty of the appliance. Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said, “Benchmark is a nationally recognized scheme that places responsibilities on both manufacturers and installers to ensure best practice in installation, commissioning, a...

HVAC industry veteran Steven R. Scarbrough has been named senior vice president and general manager of Air Conditioning Technologies for LG Electronics USA. Scarbrough, who brings nearly two decades of experience to his new role at LG, will be responsible for leading LG’s commercial, residential, and applied air conditioning business in the United States. Based at LG’s U.S. air conditioning headquarters in Alpharetta, Georgia, Scarbrough reports to Senior Vice President DJ Kang, who...

Residential and commercial heating contractors can hone their boiler technology skills and knowledge by participating in Weil-McLain’s virtual 2020 School of Better Heating training program from September 15-17. The School of Better Heating program is an annual series of comprehensive condensing boiler technology training seminars from the North American designer and manufacturer of hydronic comfort heating systems. 2020’s program is a three-day virtual training session, each featur...

Uponor announces the appointment of Chris Hartwick as General Manager, Uponor Canada, with a strategic focus on Canadian sales, marketing, customer service and customer engagement. “We are thrilled to have Chris take on the leadership of the Canadian team. He brings both deep knowledge and new insight from industry experience. He is a demonstrated business leader with a proven track record of coaching and development,” Chris Budion, Vice President, Uponor North America said. Distri...

LG Air Conditioning Technologies has launched the new LG Pro Dealer Program, providing residential and light commercial HVAC contractors with access to premier benefits, state-of-the-art training and comprehensive dealer support. Designed to assist dealers in selling, installing and servicing the company’s award-winning product portfolio, the LG Pro Dealer Program will provide even greater resources and incentives to help drive growth for HVAC contractors. The program enhances the LG Exce...

As every year, the Executive Board of the Wilo Group has invited executives to an international top management meeting. For the first time in Wilo’s history, this meeting is taking place as a hybrid event, due to the ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. “We are pleased that we are now connected via live stream to over 100 colleagues from 35 countries, across different time zones,” said Oliver Hermes, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Wilo Group. Wilo top...

The ‘Heating with Renewable Energies’ funding scheme that came into effect at the beginning of the year as part of the climate package is taking effect on the market. According to the responsible Federal Office for Economics and Export Control (BAFA), a total of 130,697 funding applications were received in the first half of 2020. In the same period last year, the number of applications was 42,355. “The amended incentive program is a success model. It shows that people are rea...

The EE260 humidity and temperature probe is the latest product development for meteorology from E+E Elektronik. Among other applications, this high-precision sensing probe is perfect for reliable weather monitoring in road traffic or at airports. The sensor and probe heating enables precise and continuous humidity measurement even in areas with high humidity levels. Due to its compact design, the EE260 is compatible with commercially available radiation shields. Precise and Continuous The EE2...

Renowned UK manufacturer of boilers, Baxi Heating is delighted to announce the appointment of Karen Boswell as Managing Director of Baxi Heating UK and Ireland. She will lead the next stage of Baxi Heating’s journey towards a sustainable future and net zero carbon. Karen joins from Hitachi Rail and is an accomplished leader, whose career spans different industry sectors. She has a strong focus on business improvement and accelerating growth, is passionate about equality, diversity and inc...

Ductless HVAC systems (or mini-splits) are extremely efficient and provide consistent room comfort. Exploring the benefits that ductless systems provide: Greater efficiency Ductless HVAC systems have a high Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). Also, ductless models speed up and slow down based on the needs of the system instead of shutting off, which eliminates energy losses during compressor start-up.  Easy installation  Installing the ducts could take many weeks and cause a l...

Steril-Aire is a pioneer in the development of high-performance UVC solutions for air and surface decontamination. Air cleaning systems Dynamic Air Quality Solutions manufactures innovative and cost-effective air cleaning systems that save energy and reduce operating costs through lower fan energy, lower static pressure, and longer service intervals. Improve air filtration effectiveness with less energy and less waste with proven technology. DriSteem develops innovations that greatly improve...

Belimo completes a bolt-on acquisition of Opera Electronics Inc., a Montreal-based (Canada) specialist for air quality and gas sensors. The awareness for safety in buildings has been steadily increasing and safety-related products represent a growing global market. In the area of fire and smoke actuators, Belimo has reached a foremost position. Another application that saves lives and helps to minimize damage to buildings and tangible assets is the monitoring of toxic gases. This requires reli...

Lennox International, a pioneer in the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration markets, has announced additional training that will provide contractors with the proper knowledge to help improve indoor air quality (IAQ) through their Building Better Air initiative. Lennox is offering an additional training program for contractors to help improve indoor air quality in commercial spaces. The Building Better Air training program provides a structure to improve indoor air quality of commercial...

Panasonic Heating and Cooling Solutions has announced its support as Silver Sponsor at ATMOsphere Europe, taking place this October. The 10th annual conference will be the world's largest platform of natural refrigerant-based technologies, at which Panasonic will be highlighting solutions that support a sustainable cold chain, particularly focusing on CO₂ refrigeration. Located this year in Warsaw, Poland, ATMOsphere Europe will emphasize the importance of changing the future of natural refrige...

Panasonic is pleased to announce that its Aquarea J-Series Air Source Heat Pump has been shortlisted in the Domestic HVAC Product category of the 2020 H&V News Awards. The winners will be announced at a glamorous dinner at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane on 30th April 2020. The H&V News Awards are highly regarded within the industry and celebrate technology and solutions designed to meet today’s environmental challenges through innovative products and projects....

Grundfos, a globally renowned company in water technology, is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of its Americas Regional Center, located in Brookshire, Texas. LEED Platinum certification The 45,000 square foot facility is expected to be completed during the spring season of 2021. Grundfos is currently seeking to achieve LEED Platinum certification. The new offices will house company sales, operations, engineering, HR, finance, and other support functions. “To better serve the marke...