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Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the promotion of Nazme Mohsina to the position of technical director. Previously associate director of certification, Mohsina will direct the activities of AMCA’s laboratory, located in Arlington Heights, Ill., in addition to continuing to administer the association’s Certified Ratings Program (CRP). Managing Projects And Priorities Mohsina joined AMCA in 2011 as certification/project engineer, a role in whic...

If one is currently a homeowner, they can expect their HVAC system to need repairs at some point in time. It’s common for certain parts to eventually malfunction or wear down. A homeowner who’s new to the process may not know what to expect when the technicians arrive. Read on to learn what HVAC repair involves when the system needs attention. Once the professionals arrive at the property, they’ll check the thermostat to ensure there’s not a problem with the settings. Th...

GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, Executives were at Doss High School to observe students presenting the final part of their Virtual Classroom experience.  The final challenge from GEA to students in the Manufacturing Pathway at Doss High School was to pick a problem at their school and apply the problem-solving methods they learned from GE Appliances' employees. Students at Doss said it takes a long time to get through the lunch line at their school, which means they aren't able to ea...

Rheem, globally renowned water heating and HVAC solutions firm, has announced its partnership with Plug and Play, a global innovation and startup accelerator platform. Rheem joins as an ecosystem partner for the Plug and Play Internet of Things vertical.  Established in 2006, Plug and Play brings together the best startups and the biggest corporations around the world through a series of industry-specific accelerator programs. The Plug and Play IoT program is one of the oldest and most suc...

JennAir celebrated the launch of the Flagship JennAir Experience at the Architects & Designers Building — the brand’s first permanent home in Manhattan — with an opening party for over 70 VIP influencers, trade partners and media. Guests were among the first to tour the Flagship JennAir Experience before doors open to the public on June 3, giving them a first-look at new luxury and the opportunity to come face to face with designers and brand product experts. Setting New...

Schneider Electric, a provider of digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced a project to supply locally produced 'green' electrical power to the MV Hamnavoe NorthLink ferry while docked in Stromness, Orkney, due to get underway shortly. The project is believed to be the first large commercial ship shore connection in the UK and is just one element of an overarching low carbon travel and transport project for the town. This power supply system, known as 'cold ironing'...

Global water technology company A. O. Smith Corporation has announced the introduction of its first A. O. Smith line of residential water treatment products available exclusively to the wholesale channel. Designed for plumbing contractors, the new A. O. Smith PRO water treatment line will include high-performance, commercial-grade point-of-use water filtration systems; water softeners and salt-free water conditioners; and water neutralizing and descaling accessories to allow for a fully compreh...

Panasonic Heating & Cooling is thrilled to announce they will be exhibiting and sponsoring Housing 2019 this year in Manchester, 25 – 27 June, Stand F11. Panasonic is sponsoring the Insight Theatre during the event with expert speakers giving an overview about Air Source Heat Pumps. Tony Nielsen, UK Marketing Manager for Panasonic, commented: “With the demand for renewable heating solutions for residential properties growing, Panasonic has developed a range of innovative renewab...

Armstrong Fluid Technology announced that it has signed the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment, launched by the World Green Building Council. The commitment is unique in positioning energy efficiency as a central component to achieving decarbonization across global portfolios. All signatories to the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment pledge to reach net zero carbon operating emissions within their portfolios by 2030. To meet this commitment, Armstrong will take the following actions to inco...

Johnson Controls announces Kathleen ‘Katie’ McGinty has joined Johnson Controls, as vice president, global Government Relations. McGinty will be responsible for government relations and regulatory activities worldwide that support energy efficient solutions, intelligent buildings and integrated infrastructures to deliver smart cities and communities. McGinty joins Johnson Controls with over 25 years of public and private sector experience and most recently served as senior vice pres...

Greenheck Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) now feature inverter compressors on select RV and RVE models offering 5 to 30 tons PDX cooling capacity. New models RV-110 and RVE-180, which can provide 30 tons to 70 tons of cooling, also accommodate inverter compressors. Inverter compressors provide precise temperature and humidity control and operate at reduced sound levels. They also help save energy by improving part-load efficiency. Inverter compressors typically achieve 15%-20% higher IEER...

SPX Cooling Technologies, Inc., a full-line, full-service industry provider of the design and manufacture of evaporative cooling towers and air-cooled heat exchangers, will showcase its mobile display trailer with displays of field-erected cooling tower components during the upcoming Fuel Ethanol Workshop, June 10-12, 2019, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Additionally, on June 12 at 3:30 p.m., SPX Sales Manager, Kent Martens will present “Cooling Tower Fundamentals&rdquo...

The Big Ass Fans family continues to grow with the announcement of Haldeman Inc. as the distributor of Big Ass Fans products, the design and build construction market in Southern California, USA. HVAC products distribution Since 1933, Haldeman Inc. has provided industry-renowned HVAC products to the best engineers and architects on the West Coast. With 40 premium vendors, Haldeman is a one-stop shop for everything a project, large or small, may need. “Haldeman has the experience and kno...

Big Ass Fans has released its next “big” thing to the public. With design that emboldens and airflow that awes, the i6 by Big Ass Fans brings comfort to your everyday spaces. Industrial design, aircraft grade aluminum composition, three size options (60”, 72”, 84”), 4 finishes (brushed silver, matte black, matte white, oil rubbed bronze) and a bevy of features put this fan in a class of its own. Temperature, humidity, and motion sensors enable SenseME technology &nd...

Danfoss Drives just got a new employee who doesn’t sleep, has an inhumanly steep learning curve and is available around the clock. So, customers who get a warning, alarm or fault code in their drive and have no user guide nearby to search for information need not worry. The ‘Danfoss Drives troubleshooting chatbot’ has been launched to provide immediate customer support. A real-time simulated conversation with a computer software really is the new black in our increasingly digit...

Big Ass Fans has unveiled Powerfoil D, the product of 10 years’ experience and purpose-built design. The exceptionally engineered Powerfoil D is the first and only direct-drive overhead fan designed for harsh industrial environments. Powerfoil D illustrates the company’s continued commitment to building premium-quality products specifically designed for customer spaces. Powerfoil D delivers strength and performance required for industrial applications, but with virtually silent oper...

ASHRAE and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalizing the organizations’ relationship. The MoU was signed by 2018-2019 ASHRAE President Sheila J. Hayter and AIA President William J. Bates on May 22. The agreement defines parameters on how the two societies will collaborate more closely to continue promoting the advancements of a more sustainable built environment. Training And Education Programs Areas of potential collabora...

Danfoss has boosted the part load performance and the operating map of its leading VZH variable speed scroll compressor range. The third-generation commercial inverter scrolls retain the strengths of the previous version, with the addition of the Intermediate Discharge Valve (IDV) technology for enhanced seasonal efficiency, and a wider operating map. The products are particularly suitable for comfort reversible applications and computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units.  Matthieu Stoll,...

Greenheck, a globally renowned company in manufacturing and distributing air movement, conditioning and control equipment, has announced the addition of two new models to its line of high-volume low-speed (HVLS) fans, the Model DS-3 three-blade HVLS fan and Model DC-5 five-blade HVLS fan. DS-3 and DC-5 fans Model DS-3 is a three-blade HVLS fan for large commercial and industrial spaces that offers capacities up to 164,900 cfm and is available in 14 to 24 foot sizes. Model DC-5 is a five-blade...

Adcock is an approved business partner for leading manufacturers. With priority access to the latest training, technical advice, and support. This enables the company to keep abreast of the latest innovations and emerging technologies. Adcock is pleased to announce the newly acquired Ambassador Installer status for all Danfoss Refrigeration condensing units. market-leading equipment Paul Parfitt, Associate Director at Adcock, says “This new association with Danfoss further enhances our...

ASHRAE and the International District Energy Association (IDEA) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalizing the organizations’ relationship. MoU agreement between ASHRAE and IDEA The MoU was signed by ASHRAE President Sheila Hayter and IDEA CEO/President Robert Thornton on May 22 The MoU was signed by 2018-2019 ASHRAE President Sheila J. Hayter, P.E. and IDEA President and CEO Robert Thornton on May 22. The agreement defines parameters on how the two organizations wi...

NevadaNano, a globally renowned company in LEL and flammable gas sensors, has announced that it will be a preferred provider to Sager Electronics, a renowned North American distributor of interconnect, power, and electromechanical components. As a result, NevadaNano will be able to provide their products to a larger audience. NevadaNano’s MPS sensors for Sager’s customers NevadaNano designs and manufactures high-performing flammable gas sensors “Sager is the renowned distrib...

The Big Ass Fans family continues to grow. The company said in a statement that they are excited to announce Tom Barrow Company as the distributor of Big Ass Fans products for the new design and construction market in the US States of Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. Online Learning Center Since 1955, Tom Barrow has provided a premier HVAC product line-up coupled with quality customer service Since 1955, Tom Barrow has provided a premier HVAC product line-up coupled with quality customer servi...

ASHRAE and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalizing the organizations’ relationship. ASHRAE and DOE sign MoU The MoU was signed by 2018-2019 ASHRAE President Sheila J. Hayter, P.E. and DOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Daniel R. Simmons, on May 22. The agreement defines parameters on how ASHRAE and the DOE will collaborate more close...

Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the addition of Aaron Gunzner in the new role of advocacy manager. Gunzner will assume responsibility for many activities related to advocacy in North America, including participation in code hearings, conferences, and meetings; service on advocacy-related committees; contributing to advocacy-related content and member advisories; improving infrastructure for advocacy; and contributing to positive industry relations. HVAC...

LondonEnergy is a long-standing client of Adcock and they have secured a maintenance contract extension for a further three years. Adcock is providing maintenance, reactive works as well as emergency breakdown cover for over one hundred air conditioning units. air conditioning equipment Yvonne Mitchell-Owen, Supply Chain Officer, commented: “Your response time was in some cases, within that workday, as LondonEnergy explained and prioritize our workload to your teams, the support and rec...

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) is proud to announce Sean Robertson as ACCA’s new Vice President of Membership and Business Operations and Todd Washam as Vice President of Public Policy and Industry Relations. Sean Robertson comes to ACCA with more than fifteen years of experience leading advocacy and member engagement efforts at the Alzheimer’s Association, the Land Trust Alliance, and the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. In each role, he harnessed the...

Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced it has acquired innovative energy efficiency technology from Whisker Labs and hired the team behind it. The technology creates a thermodynamic model of a home to accurately predict home heating and air conditioning run time and energy use to enable a homeowner to use less energy while maintaining comfort. “Whisker Labs has been a great partner for us, and adding this capability is yet another example of our commitment to compelling growth opportunities...

Voltas Limited, an AC brand, from the house of Tata's launches its new Brand Shop — M/s REKO Electronic, near Girja More, Asansol. The brand store features a well-designed and visually appealing display of new range of Voltas and Voltas Beko' products, comprising air conditioners, air coolers, commercial refrigerators, water dispensers, water coolers, refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves and dishwashers. Exceeding Customer Expectations Our new range of adjustable inverter ACs, co...

Carrier continues to invest in training programs to provide resources for dealers and to attract new technicians to the industry. To further its goal of providing cutting-edge training materials for dealers and distributors, Carrier will be working with Interplay Learning to create custom virtual reality (VR) training modules. Carrier users will also gain access to Interplay’s growing catalog featuring more than 100 hours of training The modules will feature product-specific content excl...