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Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced it has acquired Buoy Labs, based in Santa Cruz, California. The newly acquired company produces an innovative Wi-Fi enabled solution that tracks the amount of water used in a home, integrating smart software and hardware that can identify potential leaks and intervene to prevent them through its subscription-based app services. “Today’s announcement is part of our vision to provide whole home management through four areas – comfort, securit...
Carrier Transicold’s Supra CNG PIEK certified and multi-temperature truck refrigeration unit has won the Innovation Award 2019 in the transport equipment category presented by SITL (Transport & Logistics Innovation Week). SITL 2019 was held March 26-28 at Parc des Expositions – Paris Porte de Versailles. Supra CNG refrigeration unit This is the fourth innovation award for the Supra CNG unit since its launch in 2017, including the Sustainable Innovation Award This is the fourth...
GE Appliances, a Haier company, announced a new partnership with Affiliated Builders Group (ABG), a buying group for the residential construction industry based in Edmond, Okla., representing more than 100 builders nationwide. “We have long prided ourselves on aligning the independent homebuilders we represent with manufacturer partners that have a strong focus on innovation and quality,” said Todd Waddle, President of ABG. “GE Appliances has strong brand recognition and prov...
The Big Ass Fans family continues to grow. The company announced Norman S. Wright Mechanical Equipment as the distributor of Big Ass Fans products for the design and new construction market in Northern California, Hawaii, Guam and Nevada. Energy, sustainability and comfort solutions NSW has provided customers exceptional systems knowledge for more than a century NSW has provided customers exceptional systems knowledge for more than a century. Its product lines feature the latest in energy, su...
Customers in France can now experience the performance, efficiency and environmental benefits of a completely compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered solution for refrigerated trucks during field tests of IVECO's first Stralis NP refrigerated truck equipped with the Carrier Transicold’s Supra CNG refrigeration unit. The truck will be on display at the SITL tradeshow, Porte de Versailles, France March 26- 28 in IVECO’s stand in Hall 1 - L8. Carrier – IVECO partnership Carrier Tra...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the appointment of Nico van der Merwe as VP of Home and Distribution for the UK and Ireland. His role will cover the Schneider Electric Residential Channels and Distribution network and partners. For the past three years, Nico has been in charge of Schneider Electric’s Channel Development for Europe, playing a vital role in formulating and strategic transformational projects. Nico brin...
A. O. Smith Corporation and The Water Council (TWC) announces WATERSURPLUS as the 2019 winner of the BREW Corporate Accelerator: Powered by A. O. Smith challenge. The BREW Accelerator program is designed to help support entrepreneurs and startups that are developing innovative freshwater technologies. WATERSURPLUS, of Loves Park, Illinois, provides water treatment engineering and design services, custom equipment, a diverse rental fleet, a complete line of pre-engineered filtration equipment an...
Victaulic, the globally recognized manufacturer of mechanical pipe joining systems, has announced the launch of its VicFlex Style AB6 Bracket for cold storage applications. VicFlex Style AB6 Bracket Created to adjust to any ceiling or wall thickness, the bracket is available for order with the V33, V36, or V40 dry sprinkler and the Series AH2-CC or Series AH2 braided hose. The industry-renowned seal integrity stays intact, protecting against condensation with a simple, one-person installation...
Voltas, India’s pioneer in cooling products, and an AC brand, from the house of the Tata’s, has further strengthened its leadership position in the Cooling Products space, by launching its new range of Voltas Adjustable Inverter ACs. Launching the new range of air conditioners, Mr. Pradeep Bakshi, Managing Director & CEO, Voltas Limited said, “Having already built a strong equity in the savings and comfort space, we want to take our product offerings to the next level of c...
AMCA revises Publication 802 for Power Generation Fans. Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the revision of AMCA Publication 802, Industrial Process/Power Generation Fans: Establishing Performance Using Laboratory Models. Power-Generation Fans The newly designated AMCA Publication 802-19 outlines methods used by manufacturers to determine the performance of full-size industrial-process and power-generation fans. These methods include: The prediction of f...
In recognition of his contribution and service to the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, his customers and community, Sonny Roncancio has been selected as a member of the prestigious Carrier Dealer Hall of Fame. The announcement was made at the recent 2019 Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer National Meeting in Huntington Beach, California. HVAC industry expert Sonny and the entire Fresh Air organization embody the qualities the Carrier Hall of Fame has come to signify"...
There’s a good chance that, for the past few years, users have been hearing HVAC contractors talk about the R-22 phase-out or the ‘Freon’ phase-out, especially if they own an AC system that still relies on it. But what even is the phase-out? And how does it impact users? Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is here to clue everybody in on it. What Is R-22 Refrigerant? Nearly all modern cooling systems rely on a refrigerant loop, in order to cool homes Nearly all...
ISH, the trade fair for HVAC + Water, once again gave an impressive demonstration of its importance for German and international visitors and exhibitors. Achieving the climate targets is only possible by interconnecting systems and trades. With innumerable solutions, the global meeting place generated a plethora of fresh and future-oriented impulses. Latest innovations and trends From 11 to 15 March, around 190,000 visitors (2017: 198,810) from 161 countries (2017: 153) made their way to Fran...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in energy management and automation, releases new products to help installers comply with the changes brought about by the latest edition of the IET Wiring Regulations. The 18th Edition came into force on 1st January 2019 and brings with it many alterations to wiring safety and practices. New regulations highlight an increased need for surge protection devices and an expansion in the use of fire-resistant supports. Risk assessment process The installation of su...
The Supra S6 new-generation truck refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold combines improved performance, efficiency and reliability with a contemporary new design, making it a welcome addition to fleets that deliver food, pharmaceuticals, flowers and other refrigerated goods. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Corporation, a global provider of innovative heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies and solutions. Supra S6 truck refrigerat...
When the user is making an investment with new HVAC equipment, they obviously want it to last as long as possible. That’s where a good warranty—or two—can help. Homeowners often have the option to get HVAC warranties for both parts and labor. Knowing a little more about each policy can help them determine the path that’s right for the user. They have two different types of warranties to review with new HVAC equipment. The labor warranty covers service call charges and la...
Pump and pump systems need to operate reliably at all times. This applies in equal measure to the high-efficiency pumps in use at Shanghai Airport and the pumps that keep football pitches the perfect shade of green. High-efficiency pumps As well as supplying highly efficient, high-quality products, Dortmund-based pump manufacturer, Wilo takes it one step further by offering individual service packages that are tailor made to the customer’s requirements. “The customer should be del...
Armstrong Fluid Technology is exhibiting at ISH 2019, the world’s trade fair focusing on the responsible management of water and energy in buildings, located at the Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre. Located at stand A68 in hall 9.0 the Armstrong booth includes a range of the most innovative, high value solutions available in the industry. Armstrong’s fluid flow and control portfolio for commercial and domestic customers provide the highest energy efficiency and redundancy while...
GE Appliances, a Haier company, has partnered with Cirrent to deliver easy Wi-Fi onboarding and reliable connectivity of their smart home products. GE Appliances is a provider of connected appliances and offers a wide range of products that make customers’ lives easier while improving their daily routines. GE Appliances’ connected products are updated remotely with new capabilities and can assess their own performance, allowing for unparalleled service. Wi-Fi enabled appliances Cir...
Johnson Controls has added a new outdoor air handler to its YORK® Solution™ line of products. The new YORK® Solution™ Endura™ includes a zero-penetration roof backed by the confidence of the Endura10R™ 10-year roof warranty. The patent-pending triple-layer roof system has no fasteners, metal seams or caulking, leaving nothing to invite water penetration. The YORK® Solution™ Endura™ also comes with an optional full-length integral service vestibule...
Soft and fluffy seasonal allergen particles roam freely in the air. They are deceivingly delicate, yet dangerous and outright aggravating to allergy sufferers everywhere. Whether it is birch, oak, grass, or ragweed pollen, it can wreak havoc on a person’s immune system, as well as the installed residential HVAC system, impairing day-to-day living. Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning offers key tips to help people combat seasonal allergies in the PNW this spring. The tips include:...
When workstations, desks and counters leave employees cold, supplemental radiant heating can be a necessity to keep things comfortable. The 202SL Series underdesk portable radiant heater is a safe, economical choice to deliver just what a chilly workspace needs. Radiant heating without a fan or blower Radiant heating technology functions without using a fan or blower, so it heats up without creating a distraction or moving any air. The freestanding unit has a thin profile, making it easy to s...
As World Plumbing Day approaches on Monday 11 March, 2019, calls are being made for the UK Government to take action on avoidable scalding and burn injuries. Figures from the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE) show a worrying rise in the number of incidents, highlighting that developed countries still have problems, when it comes to safe water within the home. According to NHS Hospital Episode Statistics for England, the CIPHE has found that from 2017-2018: 755...
The Ariston Thermo Group attends ISH 2019 – held in Frankfurt, 11th-15th March – the world’s biggest showcase for innovative energy-efficient heating, air-conditioning technology, renewable energies and bathroom design, with more than 2,500 exhibitors. Ariston will present its main solutions of the year in all the thermal comfort categories: the new Lydos Hybrid Wi-Fi, the latest generation electric storage water heating solution with integrated Wi-Fi which can be remotely mana...
Throughout 2019, Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. is making ANSI/AMCA Standard 208, Calculation of the Fan Energy Index, available for download at no cost in its online store. The ratio of the electrical power of a reference fan to the electrical power of an actual fan, both calculated at a given airflow and pressure duty point, FEI ‘levels the playing field,’ enabling meaningful comparisons of many different fan types. It was developed by AMCA and its...
On Monday, March 11, 2019, professional plumbers across the land can hold their heads up high, as the world celebrates World Plumbing Day. Initiated by the World Plumbing Council (WPC), of which the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is a member, World Plumbing Day highlights the global water and sanitation crisis, while also promoting the important role that plumbing plays in the health and safety of modern society. While in the United Kingdom, there is a feeling a...
ECR International, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Mincarelli to the position of IT Support Tech at the firm. Mr. Mincarelli joined the firm on March 4th 2019 in the Utica facility. Anthony received a Computer Network Technician Associate Degree from Herkimer County Community College. A resident of Frankfort, Anthony is looking forward to using his knowledge of hardware and networking that he learned in the course of securing his college degree and time as a Cisco Academy...
Lake Erie College (LEC) has joined forces with Trane, globally renowned provider of indoor comfort solutions and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, to provide students the opportunity to enroll in an eleven month HVAC training program working inside a brand new, state-of-the-art NC3 Lab. The program was originally created last year as a beginner’s guide to commercial heating and cooling controls and relied on existing equipment already serving campus buildings. NC3 Lab The course&r...
Panasonic Heating and Cooling will preview the new Aquarea J Generation at ISH, the world’s trade fair for the sustainable management of water and energy in buildings (Frankfurt, 11h – 15th March). Located in Hall 11, Booth E67, Panasonic will highlight the environmental benefits of its new Aquarea J Generation of air-to-water heat pumps and showcase new commercial solutions. Aquarea is known for being a highly efficient solution, utilizing the air as a renewable energy source. Now,...
ECR International is pleased to announce Ava Enoch as their new Manufacturing Engineer. In this position, Ava will primarily be responsible for Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWI’s), supporting the Continuous Improvement of our Manufacturing Operations and transitioning new products into production. Culture of Continuous Improvement ECR is focused on creating a culture of Continuous Improvement in support of the BDR initiatives, and Ava will play a key role in creating and supporting t...
