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A.O. Smith, a manufacturer of hot water solutions for homes and businesses, has been named a 2020 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for its contribution and dedication to manufacturing high-efficiency water heaters. This is the second consecutive year that A. O. Smith has received this honor. Award winners are recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Each year, ENERGY STAR acknowledges businesses and organizations in their respecti...
DENSO Corporation (DENSO), the second largest advanced automotive technology supplier in the world, has announced its investment in Certhon Group (Certhon), operating mainly in Europe and the United States, to expand the horticulture business in the global market. DENSO and Certhon will collaborate to develop and provide greenhouse solutions. agricultural production system While food demand increases as the global population continues to grow, the number of the agricultural population is decr...
In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in the home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with indoor air quality (IAQ) here in California, creating some significant health problems. Tassio Temperature recommends taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality. Why Does Winter Cause Problems? During the warmer months, open windows and let the fresh air into the Los Angeles home. During the colder months, do the opposite, locking everything u...
The Annual General Meeting of March 30, 2020 was held at the headquarters of BELIMO Holding AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) excluding personal attendance of all shareholders. Having regard to ordinance 2 on measures to prevent coronavirus (COVID-19) the Board of Directors decided to take this precautionary measure for the protection of its shareholders. The independent proxy therefore represented 86.91 percent of voting share capital at 2020's Annual General Meeting. The shareholders approved all mo...
With a fresh and modern design that will adapt to any electronic device for comfortable viewing, the new website of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) will provide user-friendly access to the most relevant information in refrigeration As the only independent intergovernmental science and technology-based organization dedicated to refrigeration, the new website will continue to support the IIR mission to deliver quality refrigeration information resources whilst also promoting kn...
The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), the trade association representing manufacturers of heating, water heating, air conditioning, and commercial refrigeration products and equipment expressed its appreciation to the 23 states and the District of Columbia that thus far have heeded the industry's call for "essential business" status during this health crisis. "These governors deserve the thanks of the manufacturers, distributors, contractors, engineers, and technici...
The purpose of this communication is to confirm that ALL Evapco USA operations, including subsidiary companies, are open for business and ready to do their part to help the great country navigate the difficult waters created by COVID-19. Evapco is currently operating with full force and complying with all COVID-19 directives while the company designs and manufactures products which serve the critical infrastructure needs of the country, including business sectors in the food industry, healthcare...
The current national emergency with COVID-19 is unprecedented and at Baxi Heating, they are doing their best to continue to keep UK homes, hospitals and businesses supplied with heating and hot water during this difficult period. The vital work they are doing at this time was highlighted), when they were contacted by a supplier that had been asked for 32 hot water heaters to equip NHS isolation units. Although they had run out of stock of these water heaters, colleagues at the company’s f...
On behalf of the employees and management at Uponor North America, the company stated that they are operating safely in their multiple plants and distribution centers with office teams working from home to cater to all the requirements and queries of customers and partners. Key COVID-19 Precautions Key Coronavirus precautions adopted: Instituting an internal task force to continually monitor the situation; Moving office workers to remote locations; Practicing and monitoring social distanc...
Tripp Lite, a manufacturer of power protection and connectivity solutions, has made it easier to improve cooling efficiency in edge applications and data centers with the SmartRack® Aisle Containment System. The new aisle containment system, which keeps hot and cool air separated, promotes better temperature control and improved equipment performance in hot or cold aisle environments. The system incorporates existing rack infrastructure and can be easily installed and modified without assis...
During the current situation and the Government's instructions to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the very difficult decision has been taken to temporarily reduce Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning’s operations. This is to reduce movement of staff, both site and office based to protect not only the company’s own staff and their families, but also their clients and the wider community. As part of this temporary suspension, all site-based installation works will cease...
Ruskin wants to update their customers on how Ruskin is handling the effects of COVID-19. Ruskin takes the health and safety of their employees and customers extremely seriously, and they are working hard to minimize disruptions to all of their stakeholders. Ruskin HQ and all factories remain fully operational Cross-border transport of products continues without delays CDC guidelines followed in all of our facilities Ready to help re-route shipments or change shipping addresses updates...
Eurovent Middle East, as the region´s industry association for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) equipment manufacturers, is calling on building owners, operators and facility management providers as well as healthcare facilities to carefully observe the following recommendations by the industry to minimize risks related to the transmission of airborne viruses through ventilation and air-conditioning systems and support the government in its efforts to contai...
As the world works to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Trane Technologies team is adapting to this rapidly evolving situation, implementing safety measures and taking care of each other, along with the organization’s partners and customers. Trane Technologies’ business is largely categorized as ‘critical’ by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. They provide heating, cooling and ventilation solutions for essential spaces like homes, hospitals, ph...
As part of the commitment to employees and the communities where all live and work, GE Appliances (GEA) is investing in the One Louisville: COVID-19 Response Fund. Created by Louisville Metro Government, the Community Foundation of Louisville, Metro United Way and other corporate and community partners across Louisville, One Louisville is an emergency response fund that will rapidly deploy resources to individuals and community-based organizations impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak in the region...
As the novel COVID-19 continues its global spread, the importance of ensuring healthy indoor air quality is paramount to helping lower the curve of infections. Studies have demonstrated higher ventilation rates have a direct impact on lowering the spread of microbials in workplaces and other occupied spaces. ASHRAE Standard 62.1, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality, specifies minimum ventilation rates and other measures for new and existing buildings to provide acceptable indoor air qu...
Johnson Controls Chairman and CEO, George Oliver, reaffirmed that the Company is delivering 'essential products, services, and personnel' during the COVID-19 pandemic. "At times like these, it is critically important to reach out and let people know that we are here and that we continue to help hospitals, pharmacies and other essential businesses as needed to continue their operations," said Oliver. The Company first responded to the developing crisis in Wuhan, China where its local personnel i...
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of home comfort and security solutions, announced the appointment of Cynthia Hostetler as a new member of its Board of Directors. Hostetler has more than 20 years of leadership experience managing large investment funds, allocating capital for businesses - including restructuring and mergers and acquisitions transactions - and overseeing governance and regulatory compliance. Former president and board member Previously, Hostetler served as preside...
Danfoss’ precautions keep the business running : First and foremost, the company’s focus is on keeping everyone safe and they have taken prompt action all over the world to get the needed health and safety precautions in place to help ensure the wellbeing of all their colleagues. This is key to ensure that the company continue to operate and serve their customers. They are following the different requirements by local authorities, and their contingency plans have been quickly put...
Hi-line Industries, a supplier to the compressed air sector, has a solution for all companies seeking a temporary way of delivering high-quality, dry compressed air. An affordable and responsive rental scheme is now in place at the company, covering Hi-line’s comprehensive range of compressed air dryers. Although hiring a compressor is easy enough for short-batch emergency runs or exceptionally busy periods, finding specialist drying equipment is not so straightforward. And yet air qualit...
Trade associations and membership societies representing North America's Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration industry requested that federal, state, and local authorities grant "essential business" status to those technicians and engineers who are tasked with keeping the American people productive, healthy, and comfortable in these trying times. The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) joined with nine other organizations, representing the HVACR an...
Trade associations and membership societies representing North America's Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration industry requested that federal, state, and local authorities grant ‘essential business’ status to those technicians and engineers who are tasked with keeping the American people productive, healthy, and comfortable in these trying times. The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) joined with nine other organizations, representing...
Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning is happy to announce that that they are open for business under modified circumstances. All employees are practicing safe social distancing and additional recommended best practices for working, in lieu of the COVID-19 global pandemic. The company’s teams continue to adapt to the latest mandates and promote healthy, safe work environments. Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning strives to make this uncertain period as comfortable as possible...
The Coronavirus has a significant impact on the society at the moment. At Lochinvar Ltd, the company is taking a number of precautionary measures, including a more stringent cleaning regime at their premises and where possible, staff working from home. The company will continue to follow government guidelines but at the same time, strive to provide their usual high levels of customer service. Delivery timings To date, their normal delivery times are mostly unaffected and are as follows: Wat...
With people stockpiling toilet paper in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and a subsequent shortage on supermarket shelves, there will inevitably be those who are left without something that everyone’s come to assume will be there, whenever it is required. As a consequence, it will be tempting to reach for the wet wipes, paper kitchen towel, or cotton wool in desperation, but it is important to be aware that these items should never be flushed down the toilet. Avoiding plum...
Like many, Kevin Nolan, CEO, GE Appliances and his leadership team continue to closely monitor the evolving situation regarding coronavirus (COVID-19) both in the U.S. and globally. While the circumstances of COVID-19 remain dynamic and uncertain, the company have taken and continue to take assertive, steady action to help ensure that the employees as well as the supply chain at GE Appliances remain healthy and strong. As always, the health and safety of the employees and those the company serv...
The spread of COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus, continues to pick up pace globally and is increasingly a key priority and in view of the growing concern Daikin Applied (UK) Ltd and Daikin Applied Service would like to reassure the customers that they have adopted a risk-minimization approach to ensure minimum disruption to business. Unfortunately, the onset of the Coronavirus has caused many industry implications, this is a brief update on Daikins supply chain,...
Johnson Controls announced the release of Enterprise Management 2.2, an advanced version of the cloud-based analytics platform designed to help enterprises get the most out of their buildings. This innovative platform allows organizations to turn insights into action, helping meet energy, sustainability and occupant satisfaction goals. Enterprise Management gives organizations and a user’s insight into, and control of, energy usage; asset performance; space utilization and tenant manageme...
Amid concerns about the increasing scope of the coronavirus (COVID 19), International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) has announced the cancellation of its 2020 IIAR Natural Refrigeration Conference & Heavy Equipment Expo, a major industry event focused on natural refrigerants in the industrial and commercial sectors. IIAR Conference cancelled IIAR joins a growing list of HVAC&R organizations worldwide that have cancelled trade gatherings over the coronavirus. The IIAR Confer...
Adcock has been awarded a maintenance contract to look after all air conditioning and ventilation equipment located at the Amazon Fulfilment Center in Tilbury. The first maintenance visit was completed at the end of February. Entering into a maintenance agreement to service their equipment regularly, automatically takes all the pressure off Amazon, as the engineers at Adcock ensure to meet all the F-Gas requirements and are on hand 365 days, 24/7 for Amazon.
