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The mercury is rising this week as hot air arrives from the continent and with rising global temperatures, effectively cooling data centers have become ever more vital. Technological advancements and reliance on innovations, such as 5G and AI (artificial intelligence) across industries means that downtime due to cooling related system failures must be avoided. Cooling failures cause outages in data centers Uptime Institute’s 2021 annual outage analysis lists cooling failures in the top...

For the first time, an industrial company integrates certified data from Eurovent into its BIM objects. Gree, in partnership with BIM&CO, has worked in this sense in order to boost the quality of its clients’ deliverables. By integrating the Eurovent certified dataset to its HVAC products, Gree allows its customers to save significant time, and access to critical data of the object taking a certified state, allowing to limit verifications. Focusing on BIM objects Gree, the world&rsq...

The joint Eurovent webinar on Energy Efficiency of Air Handling Units in Hot and Humid Climates is live on YouTube. The webinar by Eurovent, Eurovent Middle East, and Eurovent Certita Certification, is tailor-made for MEP engineers, consultants, manufacturers, and authorities from the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. Webinar agenda The live webinar gathered 300 attendees from over 50 countries, with an expert panel discussing the need for an energy label specifically for hot and h...

At the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Conference, UVDI is proud to introduce the next generation UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer is equipped with UV Smart Connect™ cloud communications technology making it even easier and more efficient to use. The newest UVDI-360 features the same independently proven effectiveness and user safety features trusted by over 1,100 hospitals worldwide. UV Smart Connect™ technology UV Smart Connect™ technology...

With new SAP10 regulations coming into force on 15th June 2022, more housing providers than ever will be looking to be fully compliant and ready to switch to more renewable heating systems for their new build projects, such as air source heat pumps. Low carbon solutions In addition, homeowners are more inclined to switch to more low carbon solutions and therefore making the size of the market and opportunities for installers a good time to invest and to become involved. Harvey Loyal, Air...

Driven by need and opportunity, the HVAC industry is reinventing itself daily, pushing operators to look for ways to enhance kitchen efficiency and productivity throughout the day. Hoshizaki America, Inc.’s new refrigerated Pizza Prep models do just that, designed with four new key features to combat current restaurant owners’ difficulties. New refrigerated Pizza Prep models Already the recipient of the 2022 Kitchen Innovations Award, these eleven new models – in...

Carrier Commercial Refrigeration is expanding its range of QuietCO2OL MC compact indoor refrigeration units, which use the natural refrigerant carbon dioxide (CO2), in order to strengthen its sustainable product offerings in the convenience store sector. Carrier Commercial Refrigeration is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold-chain solutions. QuietCO2OL MC refrigeration units With more than 20 new models featur...

EVAPCO, Inc. and Ti Cold announced that they have teamed up to share the stage at the ATMOsphere America Summit 2022 (formerly shecco), in order to discuss industry insights and real life examples of natural refrigerant-based solutions. EVAPCO and Ti Cold partnership The Sierra Supply Chain Services and Lineage Logistics facilities, designed and constructed by Ti Cold, were highlighted for their energy and cost saving features using the Evapcold Low Charge Ammonia Systems. Technology is a pow...

Whether having a small window unit or a large central air conditioner, doing routine maintenance is considered to be key. Regularly cleaning filters alone can reduce energy usage by 15%. To get the most out of the A/C, follow this air conditioner maintenance checklist and know when to call a professional. Filters Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton paper sheets Disposable filters, the kind most home owners have, are made of polyester or cotton...

A major Carrier Transicold customer in the UK has shared the results of a multi-year refrigerant performance evaluation on its range of truck and trailer refrigeration systems, demonstrating that a combination of R-452A refrigerant and Carrier’s all-electric E-Drive™ technology delivered close to a 50% reduction in carbon emissions from its units. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building a...

IEA Global Conference on Energy Efficiency brings together decision-makers, as new analysis shows faster action could cut energy use, by equivalent of China’s total demand.   Global energy and climate leaders are gathering in Denmark for a major ministerial meeting that could drive urgently needed improvements in energy efficiency, with new analysis by the International Energy Agency (IEA) showing that stronger efficiency measures can reduce energy bills, fuel imports and gr...

Whether users are in a residential or an industrial setting, they’ve all encountered situations where they’re forced to put up with noise disturbance from a pump, pipe or fan, but should they have to? Here, Adam Fox, director at vibration control specialist Mason UK, explains why simply following the available guidance should eliminate this all-too-common problem. Water pumps, ventilation, air conditioning, and heat pumps are all essential equipment in many modern buildings, whether...

Recently, GoodWe was awarded the title of Most Efficient Asian Storage Manufacturer by the Berlin University of Applied Science through SPI efficiency test. They know technology always comes from investment and accumulation, but few people note that this is the 10th year of GoodWe’s dedication to energy storage industry, experiencing accountable setbacks and honors along the way in order to achieve its mission and commitment. It was an extremely hot summer in 2012, a group of people in a...

Jobber, the globally renowned provider of home service management software, has announced the general availability of new features that make it easier for home owners to reward their service pros directly with tips and support their businesses through referrals to friends and family. These new features are designed to help service pros better meet increasing consumer expectations for seamless, technology-enabled service experiences. New tipping and referral features “Building a reputati...

The Meizhou Pumped Storage Power Station, installed with 4 × 300 MW units, developed by DEC, was launched on May 28, after four years of construction. Located in Meizhou, South China’s Guangdong province, the station is slated to cut the standard coal consumption by 171,000 tons and CO2 emissions by 428,000 tons per year.

Data sharing partnerships and an advanced mobile app are now part of Thermo King’s ConnectedSuite™ portfolio of solutions, further enhancing the customer experience with cloud-based data sharing and accessibility options. The ConnectedSuite™ portfolio has been expanded to bring greater flexibility and data-sharing options to customer fleets. This includes the Thermo King Connect app and new third-party partnerships, which allow users to integrate Thermo King’s TracKing&r...

The ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group (APG), an informal group of quality management system experts, auditors, and practitioners drawn from IAF and ISO/TC 176, has revised its paper ‘ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group Guidance on: Auditing Competence’. Competence is part of the backbone of any organization. The APG paper has been revised to provide an expanded view in relation to competence requirements throughout the entire body of ISO 9001 requirements.

Gel-clear, the refrigeration cleaning specialist, will be introducing concentrated versions of its popular non-hazardous food-safe cleaners: Eco-clear refrigeration sanitizing cleaner and Air-clear HVAC coil sanitizing cleaner. At the same time, Gel-clear will unveil Ice Clean, its first specialist cleaner for ice machines. Created with performance in mind the new range are 10 times more concentrated than any other concentrate on the market and is built on the Gel-clear ethos of solution lead,...

Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, LLC, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems, and contractor and industry educator Chris Stephens of HVACR Videos, are partnering to sponsor educational and training videos for HVACR contractors and service technicians.  Heatcraft will also work with Stephens to develop blog posts for Heatcraft’s website and feature Heatcraft subject matter experts on Stephens’ Livestream podcasts. In the first video sponsored by Heatcr...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has recently earned several prestigious awards and rankings that recognize the company’s ongoing leadership in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). The accolades include: induction into the Climate Leadership Awards Hall of Fame, by the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), Financial Times ‘Europe’s Climate Leaders 2022’, and 3BL Media’s ‘100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2022’. Trane Techno...

Humidity specialist - Condair is releasing a new whitepaper entitled - 'Making Buildings Healthier'. It contains information on how building managers can protect occupant health with a holistic approach to controlling their indoor environments.  The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has focused public attention on the risks posed by viral transmission in buildings. Contributory factors that have been known about for some time, have now been placed center stage, emphasizing the influence that elements, s...

Thermon Group Holdings, Inc., a global pioneer in industrial process heating solutions announced that it has acquired Powerblanket, a North American supplier of heated blankets built upon patented heat-spreading technology and portable industrial chillers. Powerblanket increases Thermon’s exposure to growing industrial and commercial end markets through its freeze protection, temperature control, and flow assurance solutions. Thermon solutions Thermon’s CEO and President - Bruce T...

While the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a temporary downturn in industrial activity, it provides a good opportunity to review and update your cooling tower treatment in the context of the UN’s Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs). Evoqua (Evoqua Water Technologies) is responding to these evolving water treatment demands with an ever-expanding portfolio of more sustainable solutions, including electrochlorination and UV disinfection. Biocides are, of course, effective against most bacte...

Transcontinental logistics and transportation service innovator Alliance Shippers Inc. is enhancing its refrigerated intermodal operations in North America with Carrier Transicold’s telematics solution and Vector™ thin-profile refrigeration units.  Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Two-way data control The telematics solution, supported by Carrier Transicol...

Bryant announced the installation of Bryant ductless systems in all Chip Ganassi Racing garages in support of cool, comfortable workstations. Bryant is once again sponsoring Tony Kanaan, driver of the No. 1 The American Legion Honda. This will be his 21st Indianapolis 500 appearance. Bryant, a supplier of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain...

Polymer pipework manufacturer - REHAU has reduced heat losses on its PP-R district heating pipe. The PP-R pipework’s lambda value has recently been improved to 0.023W/mK – a significant decrease over the previous polyurethane foam used. This market-leading new figure puts it at the forefront of large diameter district heating pipe performance for PP-R pipes. Heat loss reduction Over an example length of 250 meters, the newly-improved pipework achieves an impressive 24% reduction i...

Buying a new central air conditioner is a complicated decision for homeowners, especially if someone has never shopped for HVAC equipment before. Upon making right choice, rewards are a comfortable home, potentially lower energy bills, and a cooling system that won’t break down prematurely. If one makes the wrong choice, one may face higher installation costs, untimely air conditioner repairs, expensive energy bills, and a cooling system that may not cool the home efficiently or effe...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announces that Andy Erdmann has joined DriSteem as Director of Operations. Andy comes to DriSteem with over 30 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations. Prior to his current position, Andy was in leadership roles at Benchmark Electronics, MacDermid Colorspan and Stratasys, where he established the Eden Prairie site as a center of excellence. Adding to the production...

Airedale, the critical cooling specialists, is proud to announce that full-scale production has commenced at their US chiller plant in Rockbridge, Virginia. Headquartered in Leeds, UK, Airedale is now proud to operate from additional facilities in Consett (UK), Guadalajara (Spain), Dubai (UAE), Rockbridge (US), and Grenada (US). This milestone is part of a global expansion strategy and in response to the high demand for energy and water-efficient cooling solutions for a data center market expan...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has named Rodney Clark as Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, effective of June 1, 2022.   In this role, Rodney Clark will lead global sales excellence efforts across the company, replacing the outgoing Chief Commercial Officer, Brian Young, who retired at the end of last year. Clark also will take on a portion of the role being transitioned from Michael Ellis, executive vice...