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Greenheck, the globally renowned company in manufacturing and distributing air movement, conditioning and control equipment, offers the most UL certified dampers and the largest selection of AMCA licensed dampers in the industry. HBR-150 Industrial Backdraft Damper Greenheck’s HB Series of heavy-duty industrial backdraft dampers has grown with the addition of the HBR-150, a round industrial backdraft damper with a flanged-style frame. The HBR-150 is rated for velocities up to 4000 fpm an...

With four models to choose from, Lochinvar’s EFB wall-hung, gas-fired condensing boilers are available in outputs ranging from 85 to 151kW, based upon a system design of 50/30°C. EFB boilers Operating at seasonal efficiencies of up to 96% (Gross CV), all models feature a pre-mixed burner, which will modulate down to 20% of output and accurately matches heat output to demand. This ensures that optimum efficiency is maintained even in part load demand periods. EFB boilers can be eithe...

Panasonic has received an iF Design Award for its residential Floor Console Air Conditioner. The iF Design Award, presented by the International Forum Design, celebrates outstanding design amongst designers and manufacturers, providing a gold standard for pioneering products. Judges consider everything from environmental impact, functionality and cosmetic appearance. Panasonic’s Floor Console Air Conditioner with R32, which offers a stylish alternative to traditional radiators, won the pr...

Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning supports their rapidly expanding portfolio, by providing their clients with on-going maintenance, reactive works and emergency breakdown cover for air conditioning, ventilation and chiller equipment. The company is also carrying their dilapidation reports and identify high energy plant with suggestions for upgrades and system replacements.

Danfoss has qualified its range of DSH scroll compressors for use with R454B and R452B refrigerants, giving OEMs ‘ultimate flexibility’ when offering alternatives to R410A. Already a popular option for commercial chillers and rooftop systems using R410A, with Intermediate Discharge Valve (IDV) technology to enhance seasonal part-load cooling efficiency, the DSH scroll compressors now support R454B and R452B refrigerants. The option to use new, lower-GWP refrigerants was prompted by...

Carrier is proud to introduce its new TruVu multi-purpose control (MPC) platform for monitoring and control of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. This powerful control platform consists of a TruVu MPC processor, featuring built-in BACnet routing and integration capabilities, along with expansion modules that can be added to support up to 180 total input/output (I/O) points for a variety of HVAC applications. Carrier is globally renowned in high-technology heating, air c...

Whirlpool Corporation released its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s progress and accomplishments in the 2018 operational year, with particularly strong results in its efforts to reduce the amount of natural resources required in manufacturing its appliances. Whirlpool Corporation’s sustainability agenda encompasses stakeholder engagement, executive accountability and science-based methodology to focus on actions that drive absolute and positive enviro...

Air conditioning and commercial refrigeration major, Blue Star Limited’s wholly owned subsidiary in Dubai, Blue Star International FZCO, through its subsidiary Blue Star Systems and Solutions LLC, announced the inauguration of its new office and its first state-of-the-art flagship showroom in Dubai. Blue Star International FZCO Blue Star International FZCO, headquartered in Dubai, manages the international business operations of Blue Star Limited. Blue Star Systems and Solutions LLC is a...

NevadaNano develops portable gas sensors that are made to detect any flammable gases. For nearly 100 years, pellistor/catalytic bead sensors have served as high-tech canaries in the proverbial coal mine. Portable gas sensors NevadaNano’s gas sensors alert workers in potentially explosive atmospheres NevadaNano’s gas sensors alert workers in potentially explosive atmospheres, especially in the mining, gas and oil industries, to dangerous levels of flammable gasses. In the 1960s, no...

The Argo Multiple Boiler Control (MBC) is ideal for multiple boiler system applications. The Argo MBC operates up to four boilers and resets the heating system water temperature based on outdoor air temperatures. The Argo boilers are piped in primary/secondary arrangement and the MBC control automatically selects how many boilers are needed to maintain the required heating load. Selecting multiple Argo boilers maximizes one's energy savings and provides a backup heating source. This product pai...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of critical comfort and security solutions primarily in residential environments, announced a strategic agreement with GOME Telecom Equipment Co., Ltd., a key member of the GOME Group. The cooperation agreement will combine Resideo's extensive technical expertise in smart homes with GOME’s distribution capabilities in China’s retail market to deliver high-quality smart-home products and services throughout the country. Household-products...

Resideo Technologies, Inc. announces details of its Resideo Premier Security Dealer Program for top professional security and smart home dealers. The new, exclusive loyalty program will help dealers expand their offerings in the security and smart home markets, while driving value for homeowners. Building on its commitment to the professional channel and drawing from nearly 30 years of successful loyalty programs, the new Resideo Premier Security Dealer Program will provide sales and marketing...

Resideo Technologies, Inc. is highlighting its latest offerings at ISC West 2019 for the first time as a standalone company, following its successful spinoff from Honeywell late last year. The security industry will see Resideo’s new home automation platforms, a new security dealer loyalty program and how the companies’ new voice, video and mobile solutions integrate with consumer’s connected lifestyles to give dealers opportunities to expand their businesses. Home Security Sy...

Engineers, architects and specifiers can now look to MasterSpec for assistance when specifying ‘aire’ curtains by Powered Aire Inc. into their projects. This alliance complements Powered Aire’s goal to provide readily accessible information to a fast-paced design world that thrives not only on product performance but ease in acquiring the elements that design professionals need. Powered Aire Inc. information, including complete product descriptions, photos, links to data pages...

Cylon Auto-Matrix, a pioneer in smart buildings and energy efficiency technology, announces that Steve Brock has joined the North American sales team as Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast region. Building Automation Controls Steve brings a wealth of experience in the Building Automation Controls industry having held a variety of sales and management positions with major manufacturers in North America. Setting Steve apart is his knowledge of Cylon Auto-Matrix products from his tenure with...

The introduction of Boiler Plus legislation in April 2018 has encouraged innovation within the industry and delivered a greater range of heating system products for consumers to choose from, says the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC). Controlling Domestic Heating Systems Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said, “Mandating certain controls, such as programmable timers and modern thermostats, is leading the market to develop new products and improve existing ones to cater for the...

Panasonic has introduced a new Aquarea Cascade Controller, with a highly integrated interface, to deliver increased energy-efficiency for large applications. The controller can operate up to 10 Aquarea air-to-water heat pumps (160kW) simultaneously or in cascade mode, helping to meet the heating or cooling demand of commercial buildings more efficiently. For large projects, efficiency is the key to creating a more sustainable building and reducing heating and cooling costs. Cascade control is...

Panasonic has introduced its most advanced Etherea VKE series to date. The new VKE models boast the highest energy class, A+++ in heating and A+++ in cooling, of any Etherea range so far. With a slim and elegant design, plus new nanoe X air purifying technology and built-in WLAN connection - the VKE models provide a stylish and more intelligent air conditioning solution. Available in a range of capacities, there’s an Etherea model that suits every space. The highlight of the VKE series in...

Water technology company A. O. Smith Corporation announces that it has acquired Water-Right, Inc., a Wisconsin-based water treatment company, for $107 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition includes all Water-Right subsidiaries, real estate, and sister company Mineral-Right, Inc. Family-owned Water-Right, Inc., based in Appleton, Wisconsin, is a water quality solutions provider with a complete line of residential and commercial products and systems for a wide variety...

Danfoss is headed to China Ref 2019. Danfoss is looking forward to 4 days of seeing and sharing exciting new technologies, trends, and innovative ideas. As a pioneer in energy efficiency, Danfoss China will unite three business segments — Cooling, Heating, and Drives — at the 30th annual China Refrigeration Exhibition (CR2019), which will take place at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 9th to 12th. Cutting Edge Industry Information The Danfoss booth can be foun...

Carrier Transicold of Detroit and Refrigeración Especializada para el Transporte de Occidente (RETO) have been named dealers of the year for North America and Latin America, respectively, at the annual meeting of Carrier Transicold’s Truck/Trailer/Rail Americas dealers. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier, global provider of innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies. Carrier Transicold recogni...

With fan energy index (FEI) beginning to replace fan efficiency grade (FEG) as the metric used for fan-efficiency provisions in model and state energy codes and standards, Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the publication of AMCA Advocacy Brief, Fan Energy Index, a multimedia document aimed at code officials and others considering proposals to convert FEG provisions to FEI. Online Educational Modules Produced in partnership with Colorado State University...

CoolAutomation announces its plans for a major expansion of its global presence with the appointment to its management team of several seasoned key executives: Yaron Benvenisti as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Koen Pepermans as EVP Global Sales and Business Development, Roy Muchtar as VP Products and Adam Itshar as Head of Cloud Software. Home automation professionals Igor Mitbarg, Co-founder and the company’s new EVP Customer Success: “We have been fortunate sin...

DENSO, the world’s second-largest mobility supplier, announced it will invest approximately 180 billion yen (USD 1.6 billion) over three years – from FY2018 to late FY2020 – to support its aggressive development and production of electrified automotive products, systems and technologies. To achieve its long-term business goal to create and inspire new value for the future of mobility, DENSO is focused on increasing its performance in the area of electrification. Advancing aut...

Heatmiser is market renowned in the manufacture of underfloor heating thermostats. Their thermostat series include manual dial type, digital programmable and models that provide full app control of the underfloor heating system. This extensive range ensures there are options available for all customers. Underfloor heating thermostats Their underfloor heating thermostats are used by many of the United Kingdom’s underfloor heating manufacturers Their underfloor heating thermostats are use...

Victaulic celebrates a century of innovation - 100 years since it was granted its first industry patent for mechanical pipe joining solutions. On its Centennial ‘Innoversary’, the company continues to develop and patent ground-breaking technologies, with a current portfolio of more than 2,000 patented solutions that transform the building and industrial construction industries, while driving new industry standards in performance and safety. The Victaulic coupling On April 4, in 19...

Panasonic has introduced its most efficient Aquarea range to date. The new Aquarea J Generation scores highly on energy efficiency, design and comfort with new features that deliver benefits for both residential and commercial customers. Aquarea is known for being a highly efficient solution, utilizing the air as a 100% renewable energy source. Now, the J Generation features an improved heating efficiency compared with the previous generation, with a COP of 5.33 on the WH-UD03JE5 model and a Do...

Porex, a globally-renowned company in the field of advanced porous solutions and member of the Filtration Group, has won a Bronze Edison Award in the medical category for its FORTRESS Pipette Tip Filter. In its 32nd year, the annual Edison Awards honors the best in innovation and excellence in the development of new products and services. FORTRESS pipette tip filter The FORTRESS pipette tip filter, used in liquid handling for analytical, clinical and blood transfusion medicine markets, is a ma...

Filtration Group Corporation has announced the expansion of their product line of self-supported pleat air filters with the release of the MERV 10 AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X. AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X The new AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X was engineered to improve indoor air quality while having an equal or better total cost of ownership compared to traditional MERV 8 pleated filters on the market currently. Its design incorporates an increased air particle removal rate that captures 2.5x more airborne irritants...

Heatmiser features two models in their range of neoHub Mini Series Thermostats. Their neoHub Mini OT works with up to 2 neoAir v2-M Smart Wireless Thermostats, offering smart control of 2 zones. Heatmiser’s neoHub Mini Series Thermostats The neoHub Mini OT will automatically control the boiler flow temperature By connecting the neoHub Mini OT to an OpenTherm compatible boiler, customers can benefit from an extremely energy-efficient heating system. The neoHub Mini OT will automatically...