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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...

After a highly competitive, multi-stage judging process, the Heating Installer Awards 2024 winners have been announced. National Heating Installer 2024 Nick Irlam of Irlam UK in Bolton-le-Sands has been crowned winner and awarded the coveted title of National Heating Installer 2024. Having been recognized as a regional winner for the North West two years in a row, Nick has scooped the top spot this year after impressing the judges with his professionalism, problem-solving, and commitment to c...

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...

MAN Energy Solutions will supply its large-scale heat pump solution to Scout Motors Inc. for its new electric vehicle production in the State of South Carolina, USA. This major venture is part of a multi-billion investment by Volkswagen AG in the American company, which is producing the next generation of fully electric pickup trucks and sport-utility vehicles (SUVs), echoing the iconic Scout vehicles built from the 1960s to 1980. Located in Blythewood near Columbia in the heart of South Caroli...

CASPR Technologies, a pioneer in innovative air and surface purification solutions, announces the launch of its Home PRO line, designed to revolutionize indoor air quality management in single-family homes and residences. Built on CASPR's cutting-edge technology, the Home PRO units offer unparalleled effectiveness in reducing odors and providing relief from allergies, ensuring a healthier indoor environment for homeowners and occupants. Indoor air quality technology The Home PRO units utili...

GlassHouse introduces the first customer intelligence platform for the trades and home services industries, a digital solution transforming how contractors and business owners engage with customers. GlassHouse’s leverages the industry’s deepest catalog of consumer data to empower contractors and business owners with unprecedented buyer insights, helping businesses work with the right customers, grow their revenue, and become more profitable. GlassHouse offers "Many home...

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...

As the push toward decarbonization and adoption of cleaner heating sources continues, Danfoss is releasing two new compressors for the North American market. The new lineup, which includes the BOCK® HGX56 CO2 T 6-cylinder semi-hermetic reciprocating compressor for large-capacity industrial heat pumps and the PSH scroll compressor for reversible rooftop units and hydronic systems in cold climates, offers new and extended compressor ranges to help OEMs accelerate the green transition for comf...

Seeley International is proud to announce the launch of the high-performance Climate Wizard Hybrid, the world’s most energy-efficient HVAC system. Specifically designed for the Californian market, this innovative technology promises to transform the way businesses and schools approach climate control, offering unmatched energy savings and other significant environmental benefits. Unprecedented Energy Savings and Environmental Benefits The Climate Wizard Hybrid unit delivers on average 6...

Rheem®, the Atlanta-based manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, donated $10,000 to Atlanta-headquartered, Habitat for Humanity® International, on July 2, following a successful six-week Charity Miles challenge. wellness journey Rheem employees embarked on a wellness journey that allowed them to earn miles for Habitat. Between May 6 and June 14, more than 130 employees volunteered to log their biking, walking, or running on the Charity Miles app, which turns miles logged into...

A collaboration between ABB and Arkitech has brought significant efficiency gains for the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system on board MSC Magnifica. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze data from over 1,500 sensors on the MSC Cruises ship, this technology enables up to 12 percent increase in chiller efficiency to achieve monthly energy savings of 100 MW by the 15-year-old ship, while maintaining optimal air-handling unit performance. energy effici...

250 local schoolchildren have pledged to write to their local Member of Parliament about climate change, having been inspired by guest speaker, Chris Packham, at this year’s Suffolk Youth Climate Conference. The event, held on the 3 July 2024 at Suffolk One Sixth Form College, was organized by the Suffolk Climate Change Partnership. It is just one way that the partnership is engaging with schools, charities, and community groups to bring about positive change, not just for the enviro...

In the corporate society, sustainability is a crucial element, and companies like Phoenix Mecano are welcoming sustainable practices. Its Green Team, a dedicated group of individuals from various departments, is driving the initiative towards an earth-friendly future. Phoenix Mecano recently sat down and chatted about sustainability, its impact on the company culture, and upcoming innovative projects. Impact of Sustainability Sustainability affects each department uniquely. For Ngoneh Je...

Kensa’s ‘game-changing’ compact Ground Source Heat Pump, the Shoebox NX, which was designed to deliver Networked Heat Pumps to the mass market, has become the latest award-winning product from Kensa after it was named Product Innovation of the Year at the 2024 Unlock Net Zero Awards. heat pump innovation Launched in February this year, Kensa’s Shoebox NX is five times more efficient than a gas boiler and is the latest small heat pump innovation from...

In an effort to accelerate the rollout of low-carbon technologies across the UK, REHAU has launched RAUVIPEX, a new high-performance pre-insulated pipe. Perfect for district heating and heat network projects, RAUVIPEX is an all-round performer, with high flexibility, low heat losses, and an innovative longitudinal water tightness barrier. RAUVIPEX is manufactured with REHAU’s tried and tested PE-Xa carrier pipes, proven in the industry for extreme durability for over 45 years. This h...

Prokeep, the distribution's pioneering communication engagement software, announced that it will work with Johnson Controls as a preferred vendor-offering its brand distributors' co-op reimbursement for better customer engagement and an easier way to drive sales. Prokeep empowers HVACR distributors with a centralized inbox for faster response times, more sales opportunities, and better customer communication history visibility, enhancing customer experience and relationships. Partner of the HV...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, announced the acquisition of Heat-Flo, a pioneer in stainless steel indirect water-heating and hydronic storage tanks for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The acquisition of Heat-Flo results in the broadest portfolio of indirect water-heating solutions in the industry and affirms Bradford White’s unwavering commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving...

Green construction innovator, Duraproducts, has announced the appointment of a new General Manager to drive the company’s ambitious growth plans over the next five years. Andy Leah, previously the company’s Technical Manager, took on the role on 1 June 2024. Andy Leah Andy studied mechanical engineering and has undertaken senior technical roles at Marshalls PLC and ACO, making him a natural fit to take Dura products into the next phase of growth, as Founder Phil Sutton explains, "...

Prompt action by Green Point UK, BITZER UK's compressor remanufacturing and services arm, ensured critical cooling at a major UK data center was maintained following the failure of several chillers at the site. The loss of cooling capacity meant the data center was vulnerable to a spike in ambient temperatures or an increase in the intensity of server usage, which could have overloaded the remaining cooling plant at the site, with potentially catastrophic consequences.  proactive approach...

OEMs can accelerate the green transition with new and extended compressor ranges for comfort and industrial heat pumps. The new lineup includes the BOCK® HGX56 CO2 T 6-cylinder semi-hermetic reciprocating compressor for large-capacity industrial heat pumps, PSH scroll compressors for reversible rooftop units and hydronic systems in cold climates, and the VZN inverter scroll compressors for light commercial heat pumps. ‘The Future of Heat Pumps’ - IEA report Heating and cooling...

Available from Hamworthy Heating, technical experts of commercial heating and hot water products, is the arrival of its new CO2 and CO2Q range of Tyneham monobloc heat pumps with natural refrigerant, to help future-proof investments. Tyneham CO2 Heat Pump Range Designed to achieve high temperatures of up to 70°C with ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) of just one thanks to the use of R744 (CO2) refrigerant, the latest CO2 and CO2Q Tyneham heat pumps are the perfect fit for both new b...

With temperatures soaring, how can users stay cool without the energy bill going up? Discover their tips and advice to help users control their spending by taking small, simple steps and optimizing the use. First of all, it’s important to choose the right air conditioning system. If users haven’t yet decided which type of air conditioning system is right for them. It’s important to take into account the expenses related to this system so there won’t be any unpleasant sur...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has again been named to the Financial Times Europe Climate Leaders list in 2024. This marks the fourth year that Johnson Controls has been included, each year since the list’s inception in 2021.  The Europe Climate Leaders list The Europe Climate Leaders list, compiled by the Financial Times, in partnership with data provider - Statista, shows that companies are increasingly accelerating on deca...

Marcone, North America's largest distributor of appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen, plumbing and pool/spa equipment, repair parts and solutions, recently hosted industry professionals in three locations across the country for periods of education and networking. Marcone business units in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Massachusetts, and Kansas brought together hundreds of HVAC professionals for a series of educational sessions aimed at giving business owners the resources to continue s...

Noritz America, a pioneer in tankless water heaters and high-efficiency combination boilers, recently previewed its new, ENERGY STAR-certified Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater for residential domestic hot water applications. Making its debut in Chicago at the 2024 AHR Expo in January, this newest addition to the Noritz offering consumes up to one-third of the electricity required by a standard residential electric water heater with a resistive element, yet maintains the same level of...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, has been recognized in TIME’s inaugural rankings of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies. The list, published in collaboration with market research company Statista, celebrates companies that advance sustainable practices and promote corporate responsibility and social stewardship. "It’s a tremendous honor to be included on TIME’s inaugural list of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies," said Paul Camuti, Executive...

Rheem, the Atlanta-based manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, released its fifth annual Sustainability Progress Report highlighting advancements in the ongoing global initiative, A Greater Degree of Good™. “Rheem’s commitment to excellence has propelled us – and our industry – forward,” said Chee Wee Gan, Senior Vice President, Strategy and Sustainability, Rheem, adding “Environmental initiatives will continue to be the guiding force in ev...