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Axiom Cloud Inc. and Turntide Technologies announced an agreement in which Turntide will become a minority investor in Axiom and license its technology. By removing technological barriers and providing ongoing support, Turntide will help Axiom Cloud accelerate its impact on retail grocery and other markets with commercial refrigeration assets. As part of the agreement, Axiom will license portions of its IoT infrastructure to Turntide to support Turntide's mission to eliminate the 25% of global...

In an effort to strengthen its AirTech business and sharpen alignment with its strategic objectives, Munters, a globally renowned company in energy efficient air treatment and climate solutions, will exit the non-core part of the commercial desiccant dehumidification market. This decision primarily affects the U.S. market as it is the primary region where Munters’ commercial products are sold. Desiccant dehumidification units Commercial products have been manufactured in the company&rsqu...

Airthings, a global authority in indoor air quality and producer of award-winning radon and indoor air quality monitors, has acquired Airtight, a Norwegian proptech company that develops smart sensor technology to significantly reduce energy waste from buildings. With the acquisition, Airthings emerges as a pioneer in helping businesses around the world use air quality and environmental data to improve energy efficiency, comfort and to ensure a healthy, productive indoor environment. People spe...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the ideal indoor humidity level should be between 30 – 60%. It’s optimal for overall wellness and the efficient functioning of the respiratory immune system. One of the biggest problems faced by people during winter is dry air. Low humidity contributes to the development of colds and flu. 60 to 80 percent of the human body is made up of water, which is why such an adverse bodily reaction to dry air.  Maintaining normal ho...

Panasonic has welcomed Kooltech, one of the UK's independently owned distributors of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning products, to its distribution network. Kooltech will now distribute Panasonic’s full range of commercial refrigeration CO2 Condensing Units from its seven branches across the UK. Paul Taylor, UK Sales Manager explains, “We are delighted to welcome Kooltech on board as a UK distributor of our Cold Chain CO2 Condensing Units. The company has a large, knowledgeable te...

The final compliance phase of the DOE-mandated 2020 commercial refrigeration regulations was complete as of July 10, 2020, for medium and low-temperature unit coolers and for low temperature condensing units and packaged systems. This journey included years of strict testing, meticulous engineering, continuous education, and an unwavering commitment to deliver new products that not only meet DOE Annual Walk-in Energy Factor (AWEF) minimum efficiencies but also improve serviceability and unit pe...

Jan Brockmann will join the Bosch Group on November 1, 2020, and will take over as Chairman of the Bosch Thermotechnology Division on January 1, 2021. Jan Brockmann is currently serving as the Chief Operations and Technology Officer of AB Electrolux, based in Stockholm, Sweden. He will succeed Uwe Glock, who will change to the Supervisory Board of Bosch Thermotechnik GmbH on January 1, 2021, and will continue to serve as President of the Federation of German Heating Industry (BDH). De-fossiliz...

The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the International Energy Agency (IEA) have developed a 50-page report titled ‘Cooling Emissions and Policy Synthesis Report: Benefits of cooling efficiency and the Kigali Amendment’. The report highlights the growth of cooling appliances in numbers, addresses the COVID-19 estimated impacts and outlines six important opportunities identified under the K-CEP program. According to the report, there are an estimated 3.6 billion cooling a...

In the six weeks since Carrier launched its BluEdge service platform, the program is gaining momentum with key wins in all three of its business segments. Carrier has signed more than 300 service agreements with customers selecting service programs that most effectively meet their needs. Carrier Global Corporation is a provider of an innovative heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies. Enhancing efficiency and performa...

One year on from the launch of Airedale International’s Azure range of R32 products, DeltaChill R32 air cooled chillers are now eligible for 3 BREEAM credits, highlighting the range’s energy efficient qualities and helping contractors achieve environmental targets on new build projects. BREEAM aims to reduce the life cycle impact of new buildings on the environment by awarding credits for products used within the building’s design which reduce the building’s carbon footp...

Fleet connectivity and remote monitoring has never been more important, or more valuable, than now. With the world’s pandemic challenges, fleets have been forced to re-think service offerings and practices in order to limit contact with customers and equipment. At the same time, the requirements of keeping products safe throughout the cold chain – and providing the necessary proof points, is vital to all involved. This includes the communities depending on the essentials to be deliv...

When the heatwaves start heading in, everyone wants to have a cool place to retreat indoors. Of course, the user would rather not drive up their energy bills to keep things comfortable A little common sense can help them manage the cooling costs this summer. Use these tricks to get the most out of the AC unit—especially during triple-digit days outside. One way to better regulate the indoor temperature is to change how the ceiling fan blades rotate throughout the year. In the winter, they...

DENSO Corporation announced it has established the Pittsburgh Innovation Lab, a new U.S. R&D center designed to strengthen open innovation and enhance technology development that enables automated driving. DENSO began operations in Pittsburgh in July 2020. automated driving technologies DENSO’s development of automated driving technologies stems from its broader mission to offer safe and secure means of transportation for all people globally. At the Pittsburgh Innovation Lab, the co...

After successful pilot programs at dealerships in both North America and Europe, Thermo King, a pioneer in transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications, officially launched its elite and standardized service excellence model. Branded as Blue Track by Thermo King, the customer-centric service delivery model will soon be integrated into participating dealer locations. By the end of 2020, nearly all regions within North America will have Thermo King Blue Track dealer...

Johnson Controls announces it has acquired the remaining stake of Qolsys Inc., a residential and commercial security and smart-home manufacturer, after owning a majority since 2014. Qolsys enhances Johnson Controls global innovation platform delivering next generation security and smart building solutions. The Qolsys founders and leadership team will remain in Silicon Valley (San Jose, CA) assuming key roles in Johnson Controls global intrusion business. Delivering safety and security Johnson...

Energy Solutions announced the company has hired Jeff Richardson as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and will start September 21, 2020. Jeff joins Energy Solutions after serving as SVP of Nuclear Projects for Ontario Power Generation (OPG) in Canada responsible for OPG’s $12.8 billion nuclear megaproject. Jeff has more than 25 years of nuclear industry experience, having started with Entergy Operations, Incorporated and later moving into Entergy Nuclear, Incorporated where he was responsible...

Further to renewed interest in CO2 as a natural refrigerant for the Commercial Refrigeration sector, Panasonic is pleased to announce the first of its new ‘free’ online training sessions in the use of CO2. The first, 90-minute session takes place on Microsoft Teams. The session will be headed up by Jaume Casanovas, Panasonic’s European Product and Planning Specialist alongside, Indy Tharnvithian, UK Technical Expert for CO2 commercial refrigeration solutions. The training is a...

The quality of the air that everyone breathes, indoor and outdoor, is a valuable asset, and has been important to General Filter Group, since their foundation. The company firmly believes that everyone needs to contribute to preserve it. ‘Clean Air’ project General Filter Group has created the ‘Clean Air’ project, in collaboration with Fondazione Francesca Rava N.P.H. Italia Onlus To launch and spread this message of improving the quality of air, General Filter Group...

Almost 5 years ago, Danfoss introduced NovoCon S, the first –of-its-kind digital actuator, specially designed for AB-QM pressure independent control valves (PICVs). At the time, this was a revolutionary actuator for controlling flow through terminal units in hydronic HVAC applications. NovoCon S digital actuator With its bus-communication for BACnet MS/TP or Modbus RTU protocols, NovoCon S is a front runner in establishing new and innovative IoT solutions for smart buildings. The concep...

Greenheck has introduced two new heavy-duty industrial control dampers for high temperature applications. Models HCD-324 and HCD-524 feature a high temperature blade design to control airflow and provide shutoff in industrial process systems. Model HCD-324 has a pressure rating up to 25 in. wg and velocity rating up to 5000 fpm. Model HCD-524HCD-324_Open has a pressure rating up to 45 in. wg and velocity rating up to 5000 fpm. Both models have a temperature rating of -40 degrees F to 1000 degre...

Viessmann has introduced the new Vitocal 100-A air source heat pump, the most compact and affordable model in its range. Designed for ease of installation in the standard British heating system - and therefore ideal for the replacement of gas and oil boilers - the monobloc unit’s tight dimensions are perfect for homes where space is at a premium. Its A+++ rated energy efficiency will benefit end-users with low running costs. Viessmann UK’s Managing Director, Graham Russell, said: &l...

Johnson Controls, a pioneer in creating smart buildings and helping reopen buildings as part of the 'new normal', announces the launch of its smart elevated skin temperature scanning solution, the Tyco Illustra Pro Thermal EST. A healthy and safe environment starts with a holistic approach that encompasses not only a building's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) infrastructure, but adds temperature screening among protocols including contact tracing, frictionless entry and exits,...

Danfoss is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its popular TU stainless steel thermostatic expansion valve, trusted for the most demanding refrigeration applications by OEMs and installers worldwide. TU thermostatic expansion valve With more than 15 million valves sold since its launch in 1995, TU's combination of high precision and unique stainless-steel construction has made it a staple of cold-chain systems in particular. Equipment manufacturers have come to value the TU's robustness, reli...

Water heaters are one of the most frequently used appliances in the home. As such, they often fall victim to signs of overuse, commonly caused by a lack of routine maintenance. There are many ways to prolong the life of the water heater, in addition to keeping the home safe. Maintaining the water pressure within the tank water heater is extremely important. Water pressure that is too high is one of the most common causes for a leaky or burst hot water tank. To prevent this expensive and potenti...

Danfoss Editron has joined the National Zero-Emission Truck (ZET) Coalition. The initiative is attempting to create a five-year point-of-sale incentive program totaling over US$ 2 billion at the federal level that would introduce tens of thousands of zero-emissions trucks into American fleets. Organized by CALSTART, the ZET Coalition is aiming to inject life into the U.S. economy by increasing manufacturing capabilities in the electric bus and truck industries. Trucks and buses represent 4% of...

The Indoor Air Quality experts within Madison Industries have joined forces to launch the Indoor Air Hygiene Solution Center at Indoor Air Hygiene to further their shared mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive in the fight against COVID-19.  This free resource will help people open their doors with confidence and maintain healthy indoor spaces moving forward—from universities and school districts to businesses and medical facilities. Scientifically validated...

The Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has opened an office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to further the interests of its members and certification program participants by enhancing relationships with manufacturers and governmental and non-governmental organizations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. “Our Dubai office further expands AHRI’s global reach and provides us with a unique opportunity to develop and nurture relationships with man...

Despite pandemic challenges, Thermo King Sales & Service in Des Moines is focused on the future and the service they provide to customers. And they demonstrated it in a big way namely a $3 million expansion and renovation investment in their facility and the growing market in and around the capital of Iowa. “We had outgrown our existing facility several years ago but were landlocked until the neighboring property went up for sale in late 2018,” said Matt Greibrok, vice president...

Armstrong Fluid Technology is offering a carefully researched and detailed whitepaper that analyzes the features and benefits of Hydronic systems compared to Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems. Entitled, The Advantages of Hydronic Systems Versus Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) – A Critical Analysis, the 18-page whitepaper presents a detailed review of technical data plus post-installation analysis of system types. The insightful analysis also examines the cost-savings claims made by...

DENSO Corporation expressed its deepest sympathy to all those affected by the rainstorm disaster in Japan, in July 2020. DENSO Group companies are donating 3,000,000 yen (approximately US$28,000) and 500,000 yen (approximately US$4,600) from the DENSO Group HEARTFUL Fund to the Central Community Chest of Japan, to support the recovery and rebuilding efforts.