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Southern Trust Home Services, an electrical, HVAC, and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, USA, announced that it has been selected to the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the first year Southern Trust has made the respected list. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment, its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Arm...

Daikin UK has opened the doors of two new Sustainable Home Centers, bolstering its national network to around 40-strong. A new center has opened in Basingstoke, in partnership with one of Hampshire’s specialists in renewable energy systems, UKHeatPumps. The second center, H2ecO, has launched in Poole, Dorset. heat pump technology adoption Local installers can use the centers to access free training and resources to help them diversify into renewable heating solutions and ensure the long-...

The pioneer in industrial automation cybersecurity certification, exida, has announced that Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has earned their third ISASecure Component Security Assurance Certification (CSA) for their YORK YMC2 Centrifugal Chiller. Defining the new standard in chiller technology, the YORK YMC2 Chiller is equipped to offer wideset operational range, while minimizing downtime. Designed with sustainability in mind, the YORK YMC2&...

Having a functioning water heater greatly impacts multiple aspects of daily routine. It allows to take a hot shower, wash clothing, and clean dishes. In addition, water heaters can help conserve energy in the home. Water heaters are essential to have in the home for their many benefits.  If the water heater is not working properly, it can cause great distress for the household and impact the ability to proceed with daily activities. At Van Drunen Heating and Air, here to help Indiana resid...

Air conditioning systems manufacturer - Daikin India said it will invest Rs 500 crore in the next three years to set up its third research and development (R&D) center in the country at Neemrana in Rajasthan. The center will start operations in 2023, the company said. The center will be spread over 24,000 square meters and employ more than 250 engineers dedicated to the R&D of India-specific products, the company said in a statement. new R&D center Besides, the facility will also...

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, a plumbing and HVAC company, serving residential and commercial locations in California and Arizona, USA, has announced the launch of its podcast, HeroTalk, which will promote the home service trades and discuss hot topics and issues affecting the industry. “We are excited to be able to offer our expertise on everything involving the home service industry from customer service to the work in the field to leadership and management,” said John Akhoian,...

Experience tomorrow's smart solutions today: From October 2 to 6, 2022, Bosch will present digital services and connected solutions for the entire building lifecycle at Light + Building in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, using real-world examples. In Hall 11.0, Booth B30, Bosch experts will provide insights into how IoT, connectivity, and the intelligent use of data can help to optimize the control of commercial buildings, operate them in a resource-efficient and sustainable manner, and provide a h...

SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power are joining forces to establish the ultimate partner in power electronics. On August 22, less than five months after it was first announced, the new leader in power semiconductor modules started doing business as Semikron Danfoss. With an existing workforce of more than 3,500 dedicated power electronic specialists, Semikron Danfoss will provide world-class technology expertise to its loyal customer base. The merger comes with a strong growth plan and a firm co...

New York City is pioneering the charge to advance building decarbonization and improve occupants’ comfort with a unique public-private initiative called the “Clean Heat for All Challenge” spearheaded by New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). By leveraging NYCHA's portfolio of 2,198 residential buildings, “Clean Heat for All” is designed to spur innovation and g...

Green construction innovators, Dura Products, have revealed its heavy-duty combined kerb and drainage system, Duradrain, has been installed in 12 countries across Europe. The recent expansion to central, north, and Eastern Europe, demonstrates the appetite across the continent for safe, affordable, and environmentally responsible construction solutions. Benefits in 12 countries  The 12 countries enjoying the widespread benefits of the combined kerb and drainage system, which comprises 70...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £3,300 by October and further to £4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £5,000 in July, costing the taxpayer £10 million. Energy efficiency measures In response, not-for-profit trade body the Energy and Ut...

The expected surge in the energy price cap to a rumored £4,266 in January 2023 is not only causing distress for households but has also blown a hole in the Government's domestic heating strategy. That’s the warning from the industry body, the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), which slammed the Government’s Heat and Building Strategy unveiled in October 2021, which includes a key commitment to mass heat pump rollouts in British homes instead of gas boilers.  domestic h...

The cooler weather brings relief, and by the end of the summer, it’s time to turn off the AC for the year. But before the shutdown AC, it helps to perform some end-of-summer maintenance to ensure everything is ready for next year. Van Drunen Heating and Air Conditioning can help. Call the team if have questions, or if ready to schedule the AC maintenance! Replace Air Filter By the time fall begins AC’s air filter is probably completely filled with dust and other debris. Dirty filte...

Even as COVID-19 variants continue to cause unease for Americans, the number of cases has dropped in the US. As people return to the workplace, employers, business owners, and building managers focus on creating safe indoor environments. But what about students? As students return to class, fixing school indoor air quality (IAQ) is more important now than ever in the past. Importance of clean air Clean air is important, not just for larger health threats, like COVID-19, but also for daily irr...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces the launch of a unique online resource to help HVACR dealers work together to ensure they are properly equipped for new 2023 efficiency standards. BDR’s Equipment Exchange allows individual dealers to connect online and arrange transfers of equipment impacted by a range of changing local, state, and federal energy regulations set to take effect on Jan. 1,...

Fujitsu General New Zealand has delivered the latest innovation in affordable, durable and reliable heat pump/air conditioner solutions, with the launch of the new wall mounted reverse cycle Comfort range. The new Comfort range features seven models from 2.0kW to 7.1kW cooling capacity and 2.5kW to 8.0kW heating capacity. Kyle Rafter, Head of Product – ANZ at Fujitsu General said the Comfort range was designed to ensure maximum value and user satisfaction, boasting energy efficient featur...

With more and more adults working from home, and an increasing number of students completing their education online, it is more important than ever to keep the risk of indoor air pollution as low as possible. Children and people living with respiratory conditions are at an especially high risk of being affected by poor indoor air quality (IAQ).  Napoleon wants to share a few easy habits that residents can adopt to ensure that the air quality in the home is optimal for everyone. Keep the...

Whether users replace a heating system or look to set up one for a new build, one central decision point is choosing between baseboard heat and forced air. Some of the variables to consider include the following: Which has a lower upfront cost of setup? Which is more efficient? Which is better for large or small homes? Which is best for lowering the spread of air contaminants? In this guide, Napoleon will answer all the above questions as it explores the pros and cons of baseboard...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £ 3,300 by October 2022 and further to £ 4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £ 5,000 in July 2022, costing the taxpayer £ 10 million. Subsidy should target energy efficiency measures in homes Data...

Evidence of heat pump costs for French consumers blows a hole in UK government policy, a renowned energy trade body has claimed. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), Mike Foster, believes this new evidence renders UK heat decarbonization plans ‘useless’ and calls for a Government re-set. Current government policy believes heat pump costs will fall by 25-50 per cent by 2025 and reach parity with a gas boiler by 2030. The average heat pump costs ar...

Sometimes, a simple, elegant piece of technology can deliver more with less. Ductless mini splits are a triple threat, compact wall units that generate heating, cooling, and ventilation. No ducts are required, and no dull whirring noises they operate in near silence. Also, ductless units use minimal energy. Typically, users spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when they upgrade from their traditional air system, according to ENERGY STAR®. Mini-splits Just...

Jobber, the global provider of home service operations management software, has announced the recipients of its US$ 150,000 Jobber Grants program. Twenty-five entrepreneurs were selected from thousands of applications and rewarded with funds, ranging from US$ 2,500 to US$ 15,000, in order to help grow and amplify the community impact of their home service businesses. Jobber Grants Program Sam Pillar, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Co-Founder of Jobber, said “Jobber Grants is th...

Therma-HEXX, the North American pioneer in modular radiant heating and cooling systems, announces the launch of high-performance ThermaPANEL modular hydronic radiant heating and cooling systems for new and refurbished residential, commercial and industrial applications. environmentally friendly system The new interior system is environmentally friendly, improves efficiency, and saves space and money just as architects, contractors, and developers are facing mounting pressures to employ strateg...

Former President Bill Clinton joined Empire State Realty Trust`s Chairman, President and CEO Anthony E. Malkin alongside the NYC Office of the Mayor, Governor Kathy Hochul, and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority NYSERDA at the Empire State Building on April 21, 2022, to announce the publication of the ‘Empire State Playbook: A Guide to Low Carbon Retrofits,’ how to implement successful net zero retrofits of existing commercial buildings. Co-developed with NYSER...

With the Humidity Calculator by E+E Elektronik, complex humidity calculations can be performed easily and in real-time. This free calculation tool works online in any recent browser and can also be installed as an app on smartphones or a PC. Up to 15 humidity-related parameters can be computed with the practical calculation program. In addition, the E+E Humidity Calculator features a separate calculation mode for determining the pressure dew point. Humidity calculation including measurement un...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has launched a new line of 14.3 SEER2 residential air conditioners, designed to meet the upcoming Department of Energy (DOE) efficiency standards that go into effect January 1, 2023. The re-designed air conditioners are available in 1.5 to 5 tons and feature aluminum alloy micro-channel coils to ensure maximum energy efficiency and durability at an entry-level price point. The new product line is avail...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) — also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association — has announced that its highly anticipated 2022 Fall Technical Conference will take place from September 15 to September 17, 2022, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA. 2022 Fall Technical Conference NADCA’s Fall Technical Conference is an annual event that is extremely popular with air duct cleaning technicians through...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has launched a new line of 14.3 SEER2 residential air conditioners, designed to meet the upcoming Department of Energy (DOE) efficiency standards that go into effect from January 1, 2023. The re-designed air conditioners are available in 1.5 to 5 tons and feature aluminum alloy micro-channel coils, in order to ensure maximum energy efficiency and durability at an entry-level price point. The n...

Johnson Controls has been recognized by independent analyst firm - Frost & Sullivan with its Best Practices Customer Value Leadership Award for 2022. The assessment, covering chiller systems in buildings in North America, pitted Johnson Controls against global peers and roundly praised the company’s technology and customer service as market leading. Connected chillers recognized “Chiller systems can account for 40% of a building's total energy demand and they are one of the bi...

An easily overlooked safety measure when installing rooftop units (RTUs) is the drain pan condensate overflow switch. This simple, low-cost device can save the building owner from costly water damage while helping to protect the contractor from associated drain pan overflow liability.      An Additional Layer of Protection Under International Mechanical Code (IMC) 307.2.3, HVAC equipment that produces condensate must have either a secondary drain line or a condensate overflow sw...