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Armstrong Fluid Technology announced an ECM Pump-Less-Volute, a new variable-speed version of the popular Gold Series Pump-Less-Volute. The new ECM Pump-Less-Volute uses a permanent magnet motor that is up to 40% more efficient than a standard induction motor. Armstrong Pump-Less-Volute kits (PLV) are a complete repair solution for Armstrong dry rotor S&H and 1050 & 1060 Series. Armstrong standard and ECM PLVs can also be used to re-build or upgrade select B&G or Taco circulator mod...

General Filter announces that they will participate in MCE Expocomfort 2016. They look forward to welcome visitors to their ‘green space’ (Pavillon 13, booth C20) inspired by their sustainable philosophy. A great opportunity to ‘touch and feel’ General Filter’s comprehensive assortment of filters, ranging from an efficiency class G2 up to U15, accessories and systems for filtration, included the latest Energy Saving line, that maximizes efficiency, and Nanowave, th...

General Filter improve its line of filtration products for hospitals and cleanrooms including products for air conditioning, operating room, laboratories and specific systems designed for the needs of infective, intensive care, and CAT wards. The line covers all needs in compliance with local and international laws and regulations. A brand new information brochure about all the filtration products for hospital and cleanroom will be soon available in English, Italian, Spanish and French. Indoor...

General Filter launches a line of filter pockets in synthetic nano fibers that substantially improve the technical performance of the classic fiberglass products. In recent years the development of nanotechnology has achieved remarkable results in many industrial applications, such as the chemical, pharmaceutical, electronics, medicine, construction, sport sectors, and they are now also used to enhance the performance of synthetic filters. Obtaining satisfactory results The amazing properties...

It is estimated that in a commercial building the air conditioning system contributes to approximately 50% to energy consumption and that, in particular, the air filtration system it is responsible for about 30%. General Filter, in order to help companies optimize the overall energy efficiency, is to launch a new range of products specifically developed for the energy saving, supported by tailor-made consultancy services to guide customers in choosing the best, yet environmentally-friendly, com...

General Filters Inc. has announced launching NanoWave, a new line of filter pockets in synthetic nano fibers that substantially improve the technical performance of the classic fiberglass products. In recent years, the development of nanotechnology has achieved remarkable results in many industrial applications – such as the chemical, pharmaceutical, electronics, medicine, construction, sport sectors – and they are now also used to enhance the performance of synthetic filters. Grow...

Beginning this summer, Carrier is launching a national program with Clayton Home Building Group, one of the nation’s largest off-site and on-site home builders, to provide SmartComfort by Carrier furnaces for all off-site constructed by Clayton Built homes nationwide. The SmartComfort by Carrier brand products will be exclusive to Clayton in the off-site built housing industry and run on the same technology that is featured across Carrier’s portfolio of products. Carrier, a pioneer...

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and UN Environment completed the first round of training sessions for the Refrigerant Driving License (RDL), a global refrigerant management initiative on June 24-27 in Kigali, Rwanda. This pilot stage initiates a global program to help Article 5 (developing) countries transition to alternative refrigerants under the Montreal Protocol Kigali Amendment’s hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phasedown schedule. First pilot program &ldqu...

Reliable Controls has become the first manufacturing-based and software/hardware-related organization certified as an Accredited Employer as part of Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s Member-in-Training (MIT) Program. As an Accredited Employer, Reliable Controls is now able provide their engineers-in-training (EITs) with a training program that facilitates an expedited pathway to professional engineer (P.Eng.) designation. To achieve accreditation, Reliable Controls, in collaboration with E...

ECR International Inc. announced the addition of two floor-standing condensing boiler models, the Dunkirk DCCF-150 & DCBF-125, which meet ENERGY STAR Most Efficient status. AI control technology These combi and space heating boilers respectively are an extension of the company’s current wall hung DCC & DCB product families. Both models feature ECR’s renowned AI Control Technology. With this innovation, the boiler automatically calibrates with the touch of two-buttons. The...

ASHRAE is celebrating the important role refrigeration and air conditioning play globally across many aspects of modern life on World Refrigeration Day, June 26. World Refrigeration Day was established in 2018 to serve as a means of raising awareness and understanding to the general public of the significant role that refrigeration and refrigerants play in modern life and society. Development Of Refrigeration Technologies Industry associations and societies from across Europe will participate...

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announces that Donald Prather, ACCA Manager of Technical Services, received the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Distinguished Service Award. ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award recipient In recognizing his contributions, ASHRAE noted that, “It is the volunteer effort of people such as Mr. Prather, which allows ASHRAE to contribute technical advances for the benefit of the industry and pub...

The Water Council’s BREW Accelerator winners unveiled their innovative freshwater technologies to water industry leaders, investors, community and corporate partners at the annual BREW Demo Day. The BREW (Business – Research – Entrepreneurship – in Water) program is the world’s foremost freshwater business accelerator that fast-tracks early freshwater technology startups and prepares them to enter the global water industry market successfully. With financial suppor...

Greenheck, a globally renowned company in manufacturing and distributing air movement, conditioning and control equipment, has announced the release of heavy duty, rectangular industrial isolation control damper, Model HCD-221, incorporates the square-blade design found on Greenheck’s bubble tight damper. Model HCD-221 isolation control damper The square-blade design enables the damper to provide shutoff with very low leakage in HVACHCD-221 or industrial process control systems. With a f...

The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigerating Exposition) announces its call for entries for the 2020 Innovation Awards Competition. The annual competition honors the most innovative and original products, systems and technologies showcased at each year’s AHR Expo. Exhibitors are encouraged to submit new or upgraded products for consideration through August 6, 2019. 2020 Innovation Awards Competition The Innovation Awards debuted in 2003 to highlight the HVACR...

A new publication is now available from industry leading organizations to demonstrate to contractors and designers that zero energy office buildings are attainable.  Advanced Energy Design Guide Advanced Energy Design Guide for Small to Medium Office Buildings - Achieving Zero Energy provides direction for designing and constructing zero energy office buildings in all climate zones. The guide was developed by ASHRAE, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Illuminating Engineering...

On 25th June 2019, the world's first hydrogen powered domestic boiler will be put into operation in a real life situation in Rozenburg, the Netherlands. The boiler had been developed by BDR Thermea Group, a globally renowned manufacturer of smart thermal comfort solutions, whose mission is developing and producing heating and hot water solutions with virtually no Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions. This ground-breaking boiler burns pure hydrogen that has been produced by wind or solar energy withou...

The introduction of this product series completes the final phase of an overall redesign of Gibson®, NuTone® and Frigidaire® branded 1.5- to 5-ton, single-phase air conditioning units and heat pumps. The air conditioner is available in 13-, 14-, and 16-SEER models, and the heat pump is available in 14- and 16-SEER models. Standard features include Copeland scroll compressors and a liquid line filter-drier for field installation in an accessible position to facilitate easy periodic c...

In recognition of outstanding sales and distribution performance for fiscal year 2018, CCOM Group, Inc. has received the prestigious Harold V. Goodman award from Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. The Harold V. Goodman Award - honoring Goodman’s trailblazing founder who introduced affordable and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems to the HVAC industry is presented annually to the most outstanding Goodman independent distributor of the year, based on multiple benchmarks. “I...

ASHRAE installed its 2019-2020 presidents, executive committee officers and directors during its 2019 ASHRAE Annual Conference, June 22-26, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. ASHRAE’s 2019-20 president is Darryl K. Boyce, P.Eng., Fellow Life Member ASHRAE. During his inaugural presidential address, Boyce announced that the new Society theme will be ‘Building for People & Performance - Achieving Operational Excellence’. The theme focuses on overcoming the challenges associated...

Carrier recently invited its channel partners and Controls Expert contractors to participate in the Carrier Controls Expert Expo in Orlando, Florida. Carrier Controls Expert contractors are certified professionals who install, service and deliver Carrier’s i-Vu building automation system. The Expo is part of the Carrier Controls Expert continuing education training program that launched in 2013 and currently has more than 600 certified contractors in over 20 countries. Carrier, a pioneer...

CoolAutomation announces extended compatibility for CoolMasterNet with Blue Star HVAC systems. CoolMasterNet is now able to fully integrate Blue Star DVRF with any Home Automation system. This development enables Blue Star installers to further partner with Home Automation integrators in order to significantly simplify the integration of DVRF with Home Automation control systems.

GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, announced three significant investment and job growth initiatives in Georgia that will significantly expand the company’s operations in the state and are part of GE Appliances’ goal to become the leading appliance manufacturer in the U.S. The initiatives include $43 million invested in the company’s Roper Corporation facility in Walker County, creating 100 new jobs; a $32 million investment to build a new Southern Logistics Center in Murra...

American Coolair has added a FGXM36 to its Exterior Mount Fan Series. Exterior Mount Fans mount directly on farm buildings, eliminating the need for fan housing. The new FGXM36 Damper Door fans are designed to be mounted over a wall opening. The fans can be installed as part of a new construction or to replace existing fans. The fan panel is constructed of reinforced fiberglass and is coated with a U.V. gel coat for long life. Baked on epoxy-coated galvanized structural uprights securely hold t...

GrayWolf introduces a greatly enhanced version of its versatile cloud-based web application. Access real-time and logged data from any of our Wi-Fi enabled AdvancedSense® meters, WolfPack® monitors or WolfSense® LAP tablet-based kits. In addition, our cutting-edge DirectSense® II probes will soon offer an optional, installed WiFi card allowing for direct communication to most internet connected devices via GrayWolfLive 3.0. GrayWolf manufactures various advanced portable, semi-p...

NevadaNano announces the release of the new MPS Family of Gas Sensors. NevadaNano designed these sensors for broad application where combustible gas safety and gas leak detection are critical. They are the first to accurately detect and classify flammable, methane, and A2L refrigerant gases using a single calibration. NevadaNano’s detection technology is the first new approach to flammable gas detection in over 40 years. Because of this new and innovative technology, the sensors bring mor...

The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) announced that it has submitted comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), in opposition to a fourth round of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports The comments, which were in response to a May 17 Federal Register notice, echoed AHRI’s previous opposing comments (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3), re-emphasizing that the tariffs limit member company access to...

The meeting represents a useful exchange of experiences about safety and sustainability between important national and international companies operating in Italy. The conference is also an opportunity for sharing and debating on important issues such as application methodologies and above all studies about safety-related and sustainability experiences within large organizations. These will be the key points of the meeting that will take place on Friday 21st June at Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has unveiled its self-regulating variable speed fire pump which, in addition to new safety benefits, also holds the distinction of being the first fire pump to meet NFPA-20 (2019 Edition), Section 4.8 standards. “The new Design Envelope Fire Pump will provide safe, reliable performance in fire suppression systems, along with complete transparency into the operation of the pump. The Design Envelope Fire Pump also makes fire suppression systems that require a vari...

Voltas Limited, an AC brand, from the house of Tata’s launches a new brand shop – M/s Rams AC Systems at Chackai, Thiruvananthapuram. The brand store features a well-designed and visually appealing display of new range of Voltas and Voltas Beko' products, comprising air conditioners, air coolers, commercial refrigerators, water dispensers, water coolers, refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves and dishwashers. Conveniently located near the city centre, the new brand shop would e...