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Knowing how to regulate the air conditioner is important to keep comfortable and optimize energy consumption. To do this, here are a few things users should consider: 1. Understand the air conditioner To regulate the air conditioner as effectively as possible, users need to understand how it works. This is because when the user sets the air conditioner to a desired temperature, the system will start to reach that temperature. The air conditioner will automatically switch off when the te...
When Spain’s DESAL+ LIVING LAB announced a new world record for SWRO energy efficiency this May, Danfoss high-pressure pumps were at the heart of the innovative solution. The breakthrough could have significant consequences for a thirsty world facing the combined threats of water scarcity and climate change. Desalination is an increasingly critical source of drinking water for millions of people worldwide. But while seawater is abundant and ‘free of charge’, the electrical ene...
Geokey announced a new app integration with Resideo Technologies, a pioneering global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security, and safety, to provide multi-family dwellings access to enhanced smart home comfort and energy efficiency. The integration will transform the way residents take control of their indoor comfort and give building owners a way to monitor energy use and achieve savings. As part of this collaboration, Resideo’s Honeywell Home smart ther...
Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, has announced its ambitious greenhouse gas emission reduction goals, including a target to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, which have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). A corporate climate action organization, SBTi enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis. SBTi-validated targets SBTi's Target Val...
ENERtec Asia 2024 is set to transform Southeast Asia's energy landscape. Organized by Informa Markets, this premier event will enhance its focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with the introduction of a new segment - BATTERY & EV Tech (Energy Storage & EV Technology and Solutions). ENERtec Asia Scheduled from 26 to 28 June 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), ENERtec Asia will be a one-stop hub for exploring the transformative power of battery technology. This...
GF Building Flow Solutions Americas (formerly Uponor North America), a global provider of Uponor-branded products, announced that Hailey Mick, Business Development Manager of Engineering Services, was recently selected as the incoming President of the ASHRAE Tennessee Valley Chapter. Her two-year term will begin on July 1, 2024. ASHRAE, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, advances the arts and sciences of HVACR and their allied fields while striv...
The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has called for the incoming UK government to prioritize a number of key initiatives to provide the sector with confidence and clarity. Among what the HPA calls its Key Asks, the association presses for a removal of barriers to heat pump uptake and a reduction in the upfront and running costs. Clear roadmap for policymakers The HPA says its demands in advance of the July general election are designed to provide a clear roadmap for policymakers, ‘ensuring t...
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Danfoss announced their collaboration to deliver HPE IT Sustainability Services – Data Center Heat Recovery, an off-the-shelf heat recovery module, helping organizations manage and value excess heat as they transition towards more sustainable IT facilities. AI integration The rapid integration of AI technologies across organizations and businesses is expected to have a dramatic increase in the power demand and utilization of AI-optimized IT infras...
With net zero and energy efficiency high on the agenda for commercial kitchen operators, Elta, a pioneering manufacturer of fans and ventilation equipment, has launched its latest range of Qube inline ducted box fans. The new EC versions are energy efficient and suitable for high-temperature commercial kitchen ventilation applications, as well as for general ambient temperature building ventilation. The upgraded models of the Qube, which are available in AC as well as EC, are Elta’s most...
UK: Energy services company - Hometree has raised £250 million of debt financing from Barclays to accelerate green home improvements with 'pay as you save' finance for UK homeowners. The scheme will apply to the installation of solar panels, battery storage systems, and heat pumps through a range of lease and loan products. Zero-deposit payment plans With the zero-deposit payment plans including system monitoring and repairs, Hometree maintains that homeowners will even be able to...
Daikin Europe is launching a new polyvalent cooling and heating unit for industrial and commercial applications. Operating with R513A refrigerant, the Daikin EWYS-4Z polyvalent unit features Daikin single-screw compressors with variable frequency drive and variable volume ratio. R513A is an A1 non-flammable blend of R134a and R1234yf, with a GWP of around 630. Noise configuration Models are available in capacities from 400 kW to 800 kW in cooling and heating mode. A reduced noise config...
Carrier is partnering with the Department of Energy to develop next-generation heat pump technologies that result in higher efficiency light commercial rooftop units with reduced life cycle costs for end users including school, retail and office space customers. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The Better Buildings Commercial Heat Pump Accelerator is aimed at addressing the climate crisis by accelerating...
Alliance Air, a subsidiary of Daikin Applied, a pioneering global commercial and industrial HVAC manufacturer, broke ground for the construction of a new energy-efficient manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico to support sustainable data center growth across North America. The new $121 million USD, 460,000 square-foot facility is expected to support over 1,000 production jobs and over 1,150 total new permanent jobs in the northwest region of Mexico. This investment will expand on the establi...
Installers of 24VDC equipment and systems often find that they also need a 12VDC power feed for other peripherals in the same system. The customary solution is to provide a separate 12VDC PSU and back up battery. Dycon's unique D25D60K2412 module does way with the need to have separate 12VDC and 24VDC PSUs to drive such systems, saving significant costs and installation time both at initial installation and during retrofits to existing 24VDC installations. Simple fit module The D25D...
According to the British voting public, UK political parties aren’t doing enough to prioritize Sustainability in the upcoming election. With nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of Britons saying that green issues should be one of the top priorities in the General Election, politicians who don’t are clearly out of step with public opinion. building heating emissions With 17% of heating emissions from buildings coming from homes in the UK, it is no wonder that these issues are important...
Heating and hot water solutions manufacturer, Navien UK has announced the evolution of its Navien Choice loyalty program with the launch of Navien Choice Plus. new program Indeed, the new program aims to offer installers more opportunities to earn points in exchange for a variety of rewards. Following a four-tier membership system of silver, gold, platinum and diamond, installers can progress up the ladder based on the number of Navien products they install and register through the program....
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a critical component of daily health and well-being, yet it's often an aspect of the environment everyone overlooks. Given that the average person spends about 90 percent of their time indoors (EPA), the significance of maintaining clean air in homes, schools, and workplaces is more important than ever. Indoor Air Pollution Indoor air pollution can be a stealthy health hazard, with the EPA finding that indoor air can be 2-5 times more polluted than outdoo...
NAVAC, the world’s major supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps, in addition to a wide array of tools, gauges, hoses, recovery units, and industry-specific items, has launched a comprehensive training program, named My NAVAC University. Designed to train the next generation of HVAC technicians, NAVAC’s new training initiative aims to equip technicians with knowledge and skills that transcend beyond mere tool proficiency. comprehensive training programs NAVAC is empowering techn...
Baxi is lowering trade pricing on its hot water cylinders and Baxi 400 and 600 Combi 2 gas boilers from June 1st. Baxi will be applying price reductions of up to 14% on its gas boilers thanks to being able to pass on savings on supply chain costs and manufacturing efficiencies across several of its boiler and hot water cylinder lines. Inflation in April Inflation in April was reported as being down to 2.3%, which partly reflects reduced pricing in global manufacturing supply chains. Baxi say...
Baxi has added new Auriga medium-temperature monobloc heat pumps, compatible cascade and hybrid controls, and a pre-contract design guidance service to its existing commercial heat pump offering. R290 propane heat pump Heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi has announced the arrival of its new Auriga mid-temperature monobloc commercial heat pump series with compatible cascade and hybrid controls. Baxi’s expanded commercial heat pump offering backed with a design guidance se...
Carrier is excited to announce the launch of three innovative controllers designed to expand the capabilities and performance of the i-Vu® building automation system. These new controllers, the TruVu™ 022 Advanced Application Controller, TruVu Compact BACnet Router, and TruVu Compact Link, are designed to deliver enhanced comfort, control, and seamless integration, helping operators drive efficiency and sustainability in their buildings. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation...
As National HVAC Tech Day approaches on June 22nd, it's the perfect time to celebrate and acknowledge the dedicated HVAC technicians who work tirelessly to ensure users' comfort, often in extreme conditions and challenging environments. In 2024, Midea, an innovator in air treatment solutions, is proud to spotlight its commitment to the future of the HVAC industry through recent and ongoing donations to trade schools and colleges. advanced heat pump technology These donations of advanced...
Commercial buildings are huge, and they require huge HVAC systems to make the large space comfortable for people. Unlike home units that cool just one house, office buildings require powerful equipment that can handle up to hundreds of tons. That is why building owners need to carefully choose the right HVAC system for their building based on the size and the number of visitors every day. To choose the right HVAC system for any commercial property, owners will need the help of professional HVAC...
Artificial intelligence will either add to the burden on their already-strained electrical grid or people can use it to solve their most complex demand optimization problems, paving the way to a secure energy future. The choice is theirs. It is encouraging to see American homes, vehicles, and new industrial facilities moving away from fossil fuels in favor of clean electricity. A less welcome trend is the rapid growth in electricity demand that the power grid is unprepared for. The proliferatio...
Geoclima launches the CM + FC chillers, a revolutionary range that integrates Free Cooling technology into the Circlemiser series. These next-generation chillers utilize cold ambient air to lower the entering water temperature and use cylindrical microchannel heat exchangers (Circlemiser) to reduce the load on compressors further. Benefits of chillers The series integrates the coils in a concentric configuration, with the condenser placed inside the free-cooling heat exchanger under a single...
Deane Flint has joined Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK as Chief Operating Officer. Ian Carroll moves to become Deputy Chief Executive Officer and retains overall responsibility for UK operations. Flint was most recently Head of Northern Europe for HVAC at Haier and previously spent 20 years at Mitsubishi Electric, latterly as Branch President UK & Ireland. Deane Flint At Fujitsu, Deane Flint will be responsible for day-to-day operations and developing market share. He said...
Indoor air quality (IAQ) has been getting a lot of attention. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that air inside buildings can be two to five times more contaminated than the air outside. It is disconcerting when users consider on average they spend around 90 percent of time indoors. One of the key contributors to indoor pollution is volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals contaminate indoor air and can negatively affect the health and well being of occupants. V...
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its on-site hose assembly workshop program. The program brings hydraulic hose replacement and repair capabilities directly to construction, oil and gas, mining, and other sites where hydraulic equipment operates, minimizing operational disruptions. Danfoss on-site hose assembly workshops are fully equipped mobile containers stocked with specific Danfoss hoses, fittings, and tooling to suit the needs of the work site. The workshops enable on-the-spot hose ass...
Ice Air, an innovator of HVAC solutions, has introduced the iCool XC™ Wall-Mounted Heat Pump, a sleek, compact (7.75” depth) versatile All Climate Comfort™ product that’s easier to install because of two (2) very small wall openings needed. “It’s remarkable,” says Ric Nadel, Ice Air Founder and CEO, adding “because the iCool XC heat pump technology enables up to 25% greater efficiency and zero emissions. The design is compatible with any dé...
Adsorbi AB, a research-based startup originating from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, has announced the launch of its first commercial product: a cellulose-based material that protects artwork and sensitive objects from degradation by air pollutants. The adsorbing material combines a long product lifetime with high security, making it ideal for museums and archives. air purification in art "Our research stems from art conservation where paintings, artifacts, and other sensitive o...
