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BITZER Awards Valerius Füner Prize At Chillventa 2024

Promoting young talents is just as important for HKA as it is for BITZER. For the best bachelor’s degree with a focus on refrigeration, air conditioning, and environmental technology, Svenja Keppler accepted the 2024 Valerius Füner Prize during the first day of the Chillventa 2024 trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany. Christiane Schaufler-Münch, Member of the Supervisory Board of BITZER SE and Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees of THE SCHAUFLER FOUNDATION presented a check for the...

Daikin Advances In DOE Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge

Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc. (Daikin), a global pioneer in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) manufacturing, has advanced to the final stage of the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge. This milestone follows the successful completion of multiple field tests, underscoring Daikin's commitment to product innovation in energy-efficient electric heating solutions.  Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump DOE's...

SFE Services Cooling Solutions At Temple End Vets

Temple End Vets is a Buckinghamshire-based group of independent veterinary clinics operating in High Wycombe, Stokenchurch, Flackwell Heath, Marlow, and Holmer Green. The clinic is long-established and traditionally owned. Temple End Vets first brought in HVAC specialist - SFE Services to maintain and service the air conditioning in its High Wycombe clinic in 2019.  air conditioning Temple End Vets requested SFE Services install air conditioning at its Flackwell Heath branch, as temperat...

Project 2025 Reprises Effort To Eliminate Weatherization Assistance

The 887-page Project 2025 policy agenda for a conservative administration swings an axe at federal clean energy programs. The Heritage Foundation-led plan would repeal the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and eliminate many Department of Energy programs. That includes efficiency tax credits, home energy rebates, industrial demonstrations, appliance standards, the entire Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, ARPA-E research, loans for clean energ...

Chillventa 2024 Highlights BITZER's Energy Efficiency

BITZER is committed to ensuring long-term business success and growth for its customers and partners, which is why the specialist in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technology will be focusing on natural refrigerants and solutions for increasing energy efficiency in new and existing systems at Chillventa 2024. ‘SHAPING THE FUTURE WITH YOU’ will be the company’s trade fair motto at stand 350 in hall 7. refrigerants and energy efficiency The refrigeration, air c...

Rogerio Federici To Succeed Ricardo Schneider At Danfoss Turbocor

Danfoss announced that Rogerio Federici will succeed Ricardo Schneider as the new Head of Danfoss Turbocor® Compressors, effective January 1, 2025. Ricardo Schneider, a recognized pioneer in the HVAC industry, will start a transition to retirement after 32 years with Danfoss and 16 years as President of Danfoss Turbocor. Schneider will remain onboard as an Executive Advisor for Danfoss, ensuring a smooth transition for the business. Rogerio Federici Rogerio Federici, currently Head of Sal...

Eurovent India Elects New Chairpersons In HVACR Industry

Concluding its first two years of establishment, the local Working Group of Eurovent members and certified manufacturers active in India has elected new Chairpersons to steer the group’s activities for the next two years. Eurovent India members gathered in Mumbai for its Annual Meeting, which was followed by a technical workshop titled ‘Energy Efficient Indoor Air Quality Solutions’, that welcomed almost 200 professionals from various industries. Energy efficiency in ventilat...

STULZ climate control solutions for African IT

Africa is the world's second-largest continent and also comes second in terms of population. It comes as no surprise, then, that the local Data Center market has developed strongly over recent years. This has a number of reasons. Where IT is concerned, the countries have some catching up to do, but the continent's decision-makers have recognized this and embraced new technologies with remarkable enthusiasm.  Mobile communications coverage is good or even very good, which opens up a multitu...

Optimize Energy Costs With CLIMASET's CAREL Solution

The increase of the electricity price carries the need to reduce the system management costs: the first thing to do is to understand which machines are too much energy-intensive. Here is the CLIMASET s.r.l. solution: CAREL energy meters + energy plugin for boss supervisors. CAREL energy meters record the consumption of each machine and they allow users to carry out a complete and detailed analysis to: Identify when and where consumption occurs; Identify wrong behaviors and uses; Diagnose f...

Gulf-O-Flex EPD Portal Listing Boosts Sustainability

Rubber World Industry LLC, the UAE-based pioneer in the manufacturing of high-quality rubber insulation products stands out as an innovator in the HVACR sector in a world where people are becoming more aware of their environmental impact. Since its founding in 1993, the business has made a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability by offering cutting-edge rubber insulation solutions that actively promote environmental sustainability, in addition to meeting the strictest inter...

Sustainable Insulation By Rubber World At Big 5 Expo

Rubber World Industry LLC, a manufacturer of rubber insulation products, is pleased to announce its participation in the Big 5 Expo 2024, where it will unveil its latest Environmental ProductDeclaration (EPD)-approved product line, including the widely recognized Gulf•O•Flex® brand. This marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, innovation, and global expansion. sustainable insulation solutions Rubber World Industry is proud to be...

Daikin WME-D Chiller: Low-GWP Refrigerant & Efficiency

Daikin Applied has introduced the Magnitude® WME-D, a next-generation water-cooled centrifugal chiller featuring a two-stage, oil-free compressor and low-global warming potential (GWP) R-515B refrigerant. With an optimized compressor-refrigerant combination, the WME-D improves performance for up to 40% more energy savings than traditional fixed-speed compressors. low-GWP refrigerant The combination of a low-GWP refrigerant and enhanced efficiency allows building owners and operators to ac...

Advanced Valve Technology In HVAC By Carrier

Carrier’s lineup of communicating peripherals for the i-Vu® building automation system has been expanded to include smart valves with Characterized Control Valve (CCV™) technology and smart damper actuators. These intelligent devices further enhance Carrier’s range of peripherals designed for the i-Vu system, helping operators improve comfort and efficiency in their buildings. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), a global pioneer in intelligent cli...

Weil-McLain Simplicity Combi Boiler: High-Efficiency Heating

Weil-McLain®, a pioneer in hydronic comfort heating solutions, introduces the new Simplicity™ high-efficiency combination gas boiler.  Featuring pioneering-edge hydronic technology for residential applications, the unit combines the warmth of high-efficiency space heating and the convenience of on-demand domestic hot water (DHW) in a reliable, cost-effective, and easy-to-install package. Durable heating solutions "This advanced combi boiler meets the growing consumer demand for...

Danfoss Unveils New Brazed Plate Heat Exchangers

Growing their already extensive brazed plate heat exchanger portfolio, Danfoss proudly unveils their latest innovations featuring the Micro Plate™ technology. With increasing regulations on the climate harming F-gas refrigerants worldwide, Danfoss steps up to meet the demand for products that operate with more climate-friendly natural refrigerants, such as R290 propane. Danfoss’ new innovative brazed plate heat exchangers Danfoss has introduced three innovative brazed plate heat e...

CAREL's HVAC Innovations At Chillventa 2024

At Chillventa 2024, to be held from 8 to 10 October in Nuremberg, CAREL will be presenting its latest technologies developed for the HVAC sector, with a strong focus on energy efficiency and natural refrigerants to meet the industry’s regulatory requirements and environmental goals. The coming into force of the new F-GAS regulations, together with European and global decarbonization targets, make the use of low GWP refrigerants such as propane essential. industrial heat pumps CAREL off...

Amazon Sustainability Accelerator Empowers Start-Ups In Europe

Start-ups tackling some of the world’s biggest sustainability challenges will trial the technology with Amazon across Europe after winning funding in this year’s Amazon Sustainability Accelerator. Eleven start-ups have been awarded the opportunity to test their pioneering innovations within Amazon operations with a potential investment of up to £2 million.  The start-ups will work with Amazon in the UK, Denmark, France, Germany, and Spain to test new ways to recycle elect...

Bradford White Water Heaters at PHCC CONNECT2024

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks and a Diamond Sponsor for PHCC CONNECT2024, will present a selection of their innovative and energy-efficient water heating solutions during the show in Birmingham, Alabama, Oct 7-10. PHCC CONNECT2024, held at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, will feature more than 20 educational sessions covering topics like finance, business management, legislation, regulatory issues, influ...

Danfoss ED3 Charger Wins OEM Off-Highway Top Product 2024

Two of Danfoss Power Solutions’ newest products have been recognized in OEM Off-Highway magazine’s 2024 Top New Products awards program. The Editron ED3 onboard charger and electric power take-off were named the winner in the Electrical & Electronics category, while the DVG 60/100 directional valves received an honorable mention in the Fluid Power category. Now in its 16th year, OEM Off Highway’s annual awards pr...

CAREL's Total-Store Boosts Efficiency Across Mega Image Stores

CAREL, in collaboration with Technoelectric, has provided the retailer Mega Image with the Total-Store system for energy monitoring and optimization across 973 stores in Romania, achieving an overall energy saving of 14%. Total-Store is a solution designed to integrate refrigeration, HVAC, and lighting technologies, allowing remote management of all energy consumption areas, both for new store projects and for retrofitting existing ones. Transition to natural refrigerants Mega Image found To...

Climaset S.r.l. Algorithm For Heat Pump & Water Heater

The Climaset s.r.l. energy costs optimization algorithm works by smartly combining the heat pump and the water heater. The regulation software calculates which of the two energy sources it’s the cheapest to use in every moment. By inserting the energy needs of the house, the yield curves of the energy sources, the price of the fuel, and the price of the electricity per unit of measurement, the Climaset s.r.l.’s algorithm real-time calculates the hourly cost of operation and, accord...

SIA Celebrates New Wood Burning Stove Allowance In Scotland

The Stove Industry Association (SIA) has welcomed the announcement by Alasdair Allan, Minister for Climate Action in Scotland, that wood-burning stoves will be permitted for installation in new build homes, heralding it as a 'common sense and progressive step'. The Ministerial Direction, which comes after months of campaigning by the SIA on behalf of its members and the wider stove industry, has been issued to all councils in Scotland now. Bioenergy heating It permits, for domestic buildings,...

Sauermann Group Joins Verder To Fuel Global Growth

The Sauermann Group is pleased to announce a major step in its global development. On September 18th, Sauermann Group was fully acquired by Verder, a global technology major in advanced pumping & scientific solutions.  This strategic acquisition marks a significant step forward for Sauermann Group. With Verder’s extensive international network and resources, Sauermann is well-positioned for accelerated growth. advanced technological solutions "We are thrilled to welcome Sauerma...

Energy Audits Key For ESOS Phase 4 Compliance By 2027

The fourth phase of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is on the horizon with the deadline for Action Plan submissions set for December 5. And sector pioneer Green Zone Surveys is in a pole position to streamline a process aimed at reducing UK emissions by 78 percent come 2035, on the journey towards a net zero future. ESOS compliance “We understand that there’s a lot to get to grips with when it comes to the issue of compliance around ESOS,” says Ben Palmer, Green...

Marcone Opens New Dallas Distribution Center

Marcone, a renowned North American distributor of plumbing, appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa repair parts, celebrated the opening of its regional distribution center in suburban Dallas earlier this week. Located at 165 N. I-35 East, Ste. 141, the distribution center boasts 200,000 square feet of warehouse space – or roughly the size of four football fields. It is filled with thousands of repair parts for the plumbing, appliance and commercial kitchen industries. Stre...

APM Steam Trap Survey Services - Optimize Steam System

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a global provider of steam systems maintenance services, announces its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate. steam trap surveys APM Steam experts conduct steam trap surveys to test and document...

CLIMASET's Retarder Prover Room Control Kit

CLIMASET s.r.l. Offers the regulation for retarder prover rooms. The control kit is composed of a pCO5+ programmable controller and one or more pGDN user terminals. The program for retarder prover rooms may operate in two different modes: Manual mode, with fixed parameters set by the user, Automatic mode, with programs with four cycles and an infinite maintenance phase. user interface The program manages the room in its entirety, controlling: Cooling, heating, humidifi...

Fujitsu's J-Series VRF Launches With R32 Refrigerant And Upgrades

Fujitsu has launched the latest version of its award-winning J-Series heat pump mini VRF system operating on lower-GWP R32 refrigerant and delivering significant efficiency improvements.  The AIRSTAGE J-VS is the result of two decades of development and multiple upgrades as 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the product affectionately dubbed 'Little Napoleon'.  AIRSTAGE J-VS Aimed at small to medium-sized commercial applications or large residential spaces, the J-VS is available in...

Preventative Maintenance With GulfClean® Coil Cleaner And Salt Reducer Products

Contractors know that hurricanes and severe storms bring more than just wind and rain. They also carry debris, salt, and other corrosive elements that can compromise the performance and lifespan of HVAC systems. For contractors committed to delivering top-quality service and ensuring system longevity, hurricane season is the vital time to promote care and maintenance of HVAC systems. regular maintenance program Even hurricanes that leave minimal structural damage can cause problems behin...

Vero Beach AC Repair Costs: A Comprehensive Guide

The average cost of AC repairs in Vero Beach, FL typically ranges from $150 to $600, depending on the complexity of the issue and the service provider. If users are sweating it out in the Vero Beach heat, the last thing they want is for the AC to go on the fritz. But when it does, the big question on everyone’s mind is: “How much is this going to cost me?”. Whether the unit is blowing warm air, making strange noises, or just not turning on, knowing the potential costs can help...

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