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On 25 September at 10:00 (CEST), CAREL will be presenting a webinar-quiz, in English, on the topic of safety standards for the use of flammable refrigerants in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump (RACHP) systems. RACHP applications The progressive reduction in the use of fluorinated refrigerants has led to increased take-up of flammable refrigerants in the RACHP sector, in particular R290 (propane). The applicable safety standards define the safety procedures to be adopted during t...

On 09 July 2024, the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and BRCGS signed an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU). The updated MOU finalizes the endorsement of the BRCGS Global Standard Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing as an IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) sub-scope, adding it to seven BRCGS standards already endorsed. The BRCGS Global Standard Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing addresses the increasing consumer and regulatory demand for socially responsible go...

Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator - celebrated a significant safety milestone at its Commercial HVAC manufacturing facility and Rental Service office in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Trane Charlotte employees achieved 3,000,000 work hours, approximately ten years, without a lost day away from work due to a work-related injury or illness on May 21, 2024. Trane Charlotte has been in operation for 50 years and currently employs approximately 125 people. Trane Charlot...

The Board of Directors of AB Electrolux has appointed Yannick Fierling as the new President and CEO of Electrolux Group effective January 1, 2025. Yannick Fierling succeeds Jonas Samuelson, who earlier this year informed the Board that he would leave his position by the end of the year. Yannick Fierling has more than 20 years of experience in the household appliances industry, most recently as CEO of Europe for Haier Corporation during the years 2015 to 2024. Between 2000 and 2015, he...

Using Ideal Heating’s Evomax 2, the UK’s market-pioneering commercial wall-mounted boiler, the video takes the step-by-step through the process, from assembling the frames and mounting the boilers, through to the connections, and fitting the pumps, headers kits, insulation, and hydraulic separation. The video is time-stamped so they can see how the 90-minute cascade build progresses but, thankfully, the video itself is just a quick six-minute watch! "Installing boilers in a cascade...

When Mulalley and Co needed to update the existing boilers at its main office in Essex, a new Wessex ModuMax mk3 system from Hamworthy Heating – a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products – was installed to help maximize space at Teresa Gavin House. With its previous floor-standing system taking up much of the plant room floor at Teresa Gavin House, Hamworthy proposed a system using two Wessex ModuMax mk3 floor-standing, vertically stack...

Fellowes, a global pioneer and trusted partner in providing product solutions to fulfill a broad range of WorkLife needs, highlights its breakthrough Array™ Air Quality management system for corporate office applications. In a competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is paramount. A recent survey by Fellowes reveals that 91% of U.S. and Canadian employees consider clean air a fundamental right, with 89% stating it helps them perform their best at work.  Moreover, o...

Marcone announced expanded offerings in its Tulsa and Oklahoma City locations, representing the company’s growth as one of North America’s largest distributors of appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen, plumbing and pool/spa equipment, repair parts, and solutions. As a Marcone business unit, O’Connor Company added inventory in those locations to include appliance parts and plans to soon bring in plumbing products, in addition to their existing HVAC solutions. The move allows cust...

Former Eagles Quarterback, Ron Jaworski and his foundation, Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) are teaming up with Bradford White Water Heaters, to host a “Back to School Pep Rally” for the children of the Philadelphia Police Athletic League in Philadelphia that will prepare them for the start of the school year. Together, Ron Jaworski (better known as “Jaws”) and the community partners will provide new Book Bags, AT&T laptops, Shoes, Socks, School Supplies, Books, and m...

Cooper&Hunter, a globally renowned HVAC equipment manufacturer, has officially launched a University for technicians and contractors in the United States of America (USA). The University focuses on two aspects – in-depth knowledge about Cooper&Hunter and crucial sales skills, which combined make a contractor jump ahead of the vigorous competition in this industry. Cooper & Hunter University The University will be available to licensed technicians who are registered in the Co...

DENSO Corporation announced that it has signed a manufacturing license agreement with Ceres Power Holdings (CWR.L), a pioneering developer of solid oxide cell stack technology. DENSO aims to advance the early practical application of Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOECs) that produce hydrogen through water electrolysis. Application of SOECs Ceres has unique solid oxide technology joining metal and ceramic that leads to  version Cell stacks are one of the components of SOECs, playing a...

Investing in smart HVAC charging machines represents a significant advancement in improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of HVAC services. These sophisticated tools streamline the charging process, minimize errors, and save valuable time, providing numerous benefits to HVAC professionals. Explore why incorporating smart HVAC charging machines into operations can be highly beneficial: Enhanced Efficiency Automated Precision Smart charging machines automate the refrigerant charging...

Glenn Price has joined Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK as an Applied Specialist. He will look to support and develop the company’s offering across chillers, heat pumps, and close control systems. Following an electrical apprenticeship, Price has since spent more than 13 years in the air conditioning industry, covering installation, breakdowns and maintenance before extending his knowledge base to include chillers, heat pumps, and ventilation. He joins Fujitsu from wholesaler TF Soluti...

A primary school and bowls pavilion in a South Wales village have switched to clean, renewable heating, but in an innovative way that cannot be replicated anywhere else in Wales. Ffynnon Taf Primary School and the Pavilion at Taff’s Well Bowling Club in Taff’s Well, Wales, have had a bold new heating system installed by Kensa, the UK-based Ground Source Heat Pump specialists, that uses naturally occurring heat from the only thermal spring in Wales – the historic Taff&...

Baxi has launched a complete end-to-end range of products and services, including new AquaHeat heat interface units (HIUs), to provide a single point of contact for customers involved in heat network projects. From carrying out initial feasibility and design studies to supplying prefabricated centralized energy centers and HIUs to driving efficient system maintenance and system optimization, Baxi offers total customer support at every stage.  Heat networks Heat networks are an importan...

EDEN, a pioneering startup in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, has officially announced the launch of its Instant Quote solution that improves the transparency and accuracy of purchasing residential HVAC equipment. EDEN’s Instant Quote application integrates into an HVAC contractor’s website to provide a 24/7 interactive online experience for homeowners by providing them with accurate estimates based on the contractor’s pricing.  EDEN’...

Bosch, the supplier of technology and services, is continuing its growth course with a strategic acquisition. For its Energy and Building Technology business sector, the Bosch Group plans to take over the global HVAC solutions business for residential and light commercial buildings from Johnson Controls. As part of this transaction, Bosch also intends to acquire 100 percent of the Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning (JCH) joint venture, including Hitachi’s 40 percent stake. acquisi...

Vetter GmbH, a pioneer in safety solutions, is proud to unveil its latest innovative product: MAGNASEAL. This groundbreaking magnetic urethane sheet redefines how first responders and industry professionals handle hazardous material leaks. The Vetter MAGNASEAL Magnetic Sealing Patch instantly stops hazardous leaks. The patches are a highly safe and effective way to control liquids and gaseous substances leaking out of magnetic objects. Thanks to its unique self-adhesive, patented sealing soluti...

RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminum producers, has verified the carbon footprint of its products, reaffirming its status of a pioneering global low-carbon aluminum producer. The independent verification of greenhouse gas emissions was conducted by TÜV AUSTRIA Standards & Compliance, one of the world's foremost providers of certification, testing, inspection, and verification services. The analysis confirmed that 100% of RUSAL’s metal meets the low carbon aluminum (LCA) ben...

Mixergy and Daikin are excited to announce their new joint offering to social housing providers and new build developers. By combining a Daikin Altherma heat pump with a Mixergy smart hot-water cylinder, social housing providers and new-build developers can boost EPC scores while enhancing living standards for their tenants. This new partnership is a testament to Mixergy’s unique ability to save on hot water energy consumption for the home with any heating solution and Daikin’s driv...

Vaisala, a pioneer in measurement technology, partners with the BMW Group to implement real-time Xweather air quality data in the new BMW X1, X2, and 2 series, as well as MINI and MINI Countryman, through the new iDrive9 infotainment system. The addition is part of the BMW Group’s rollout of Android-based OS9, which has started in the UK and will be rolled out globally as of now. Xweather air quality monitoring informs drivers about current and expected conditions during their journey. Cr...

OEMs from the automotive, bus, truck, and train sectors, suppliers, R&D experts, policymakers, academics, and more will discuss the application of natural refrigerants in mobile air-conditioning (MAC) and heat pump systems at the ATMO MAC Summit 2024 × TU Berlin. The event will be hosted by ATMOsphere, a global market accelerator for natural refrigerant-based systems, and Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin)’s Chair of Heat Transfer and Heat Conversion....

Alleima, is thrilled to announce its latest compressor valve steel Freeflex® Versa, a successor of the award-winning Freeflex® Core. The new material contributes to designing smaller, more sustainable, and more energy-efficient compressors for refrigerators, and freezers. It is a pioneering compressor valve steel with exceptional fatigue resistance, residual stresses, and wear resistance. Progress in compressor valve steels Over the past decades, Alleima, a manufacturer of high-v...

Aircuity’s channel partner, Thrive Buildings, engaged with a medical college in New York City to build on the successful installation of the company’s demand control ventilation (DCV) platform and expand Aircuity beyond the 8th floor throughout the research building’s remaining labs and vivarium spaces. The goal was to further reduce the building’s carbon footprint and ensure compliance with New York City’s Local Law 97 (LL97) thereby avoiding significant fines. A...

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC) unveils Jeff Butler and Mary Kelly as the keynote speakers for CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama, October 7-10, at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Jeff Butler is a workplace strategist, who has offered expertise to help companies like Amazon, Google, and John Deere foster a harmonious and high-performing workplace. Butler will present a keynote address, “Building an Effective Multi-Generational Workplace.&rdqu...

Carrier’s award-winning line of WeatherMaker® single-packaged rooftop units are now available with more environmentally sustainable R-454B refrigerant, known commercially as Puron Advance. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The all-new Puron Advance™ 48FE gas heat and 50FE cooling-only WeatherMaker models feature Carrier’s refrigerant of choice for light commercial and residential applications. With a GWP...

Wauseon Machine, a globally renowned provider of automation solutions, tube forming technologies, precision machining, and fabrication, is proud to announce that Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Joe Gemma, was awarded the prestigious Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Award for 2024, recognizing his exceptional leadership and contributions to the automation industry. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) recognized Joe Gemma alongside two other industry pioneers for their significant impact wi...

Parts Town, the technology innovator and market-renowned distributor of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) food service parts, HVAC parts, and residential appliance parts, has announced the launch of its first visual search capability, their HVAC Data Plate Scanner, now available in the Parts Town mobile app. The new feature allows HVAC technicians to effortlessly identify and purchase the exact parts they need by simply scanning the data plate on HVAC equipment. OCR technology Traditional...

Daikin is pleased to announce a partnership with Kraken Flex to further the development of a more flexible and resilient energy system. This collaboration will promote better use of renewable energy and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. By integrating Daikin’s state-of-the-art heat pump technology with the Kraken Flex platform, Daikin customers will soon gain access to a range of advanced smart services, including Energy Optimization and Demand Response. These services will empower custome...

Daikin Applied announced the addition of air-source heat pumps to its award-winning lineup of Rebel® and Rebel Applied® packaged rooftop systems. With electricity-powered heat pumps, low-GWP R-32 refrigerant and ultra-efficient inverter compressors, the new Rebel Applied and Rebel units will help building owners optimize comfort and cost while decarbonizing their facilities. The units also include features that increase performance, especially in cold climates, and simplify installation...