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Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, will join the Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA) January 5-8 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, NV to demonstrate the mobile interactivity of its sustainable, energy-efficient Trane® and American Standard® Heating and Air Conditioning solutions with other smart home appliances and devices. Trane Home and American Standard Home are the first digital solutions in the HVAC industry to seamlessly integrate a home’s HVAC syste...
XOi Technologies, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces an integration with the end-to-end cloud-based field management solution Service Pro® by MSI Data. The integration of XOi and Service Pro offers contractors a powerful data-driven solution that addresses chronic skilled labor shortages by enhancing technician performance and productivity. real-time decision-making “XOi’s tech-enablement data, documentation, and support features allow us to enhan...
Comfort of any living room consists of many key factors. Among them, the main ones are temperature, humidity and air quality. If temperature and humidity can be regulated by traditional indoor climate units, so then, ventilation systems are responsible for air quality. Within large years of experience in the production of ventilation units, COOPER&HUNTER introduces more and more new & actual products taking into account the latest technological achievements. HRV..TKEC & HRV..WKEC s...
“There are two types of contractors in the future, those on cloud-based software and those out of business.” Why is it important to consider how technology influences all industries? Well, technology is the way of the future! Have users paid close attention to how technology has transformed other industries? For example, look at how it transformed the taxi industry. Uber and Lyft gave the taxi market a run for their money, and now, not many individuals call a taxi company when they...
The Maintenance Agreement that the user, as an HVAC contractor can sell may seem like an afterthought, but actually, it can be one of the most important aspects of their HVAC company. If users currently are not offering HVAC Maintenance Agreements to their customers, here are 4 reasons why users should be using them to help improve their HVAC business and the relationship user have with their customers. Following are 4 reasons why HVAC service contracts are important for technicians t...
It’s certainly not easy starting an HVAC business, but with the proper HVAC business plan in place and the appropriate licenses secured, users are ready to hit the ground running. When the user identified which types of services they will offer while creating their HVAC business plan? Depending on the service offering, the user will need to be licensed in each area they plan to service- plumbing, electrical, air quality, cooling, etc. And, the user needs to be legally...
Running an HVAC business can be challenging. It’s no longer about just user HVAC capabilities and skills, but about the day-to-day operations, the schedules, the invoices, the trucks, the marketing, and the employees. It sounds like a lot but Payzer is there to help users get a handle on where to start as well as the key things to keep in mind while running a user business. 1) Have a solid business plan A business plan is crucial for the growth and success of a user HVA...
Energy conscious John Hazelton, CEO of CER Installations Ltd, recently completed a large, 654m2 bespoke designed self-build home in Hampshire. For this modern 5-bed property, John worked closely with the Panasonic team to ensure that his new home provides year-round comfort plus reaches Passive House energy efficient standards, with indoor air quality being a priority. Having run a successful HVAC installation company for some 45 years, John has worked on some national projects for...
The Air Alert app has officially partnered with UNITED24. American actor - Mark Hamill, an ambassador of the fundraising platform, has voiced the English version of the app. In addition, push notifications signaling the end of an air raid now call to make a donation to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The legendary actor behind Luke Skywalker will notify users about five types of danger: missile attacks, artillery shelling, street fighting, radiation and chemical threats. Mark Hamill has al...
Founded in February 2020, following an acquisition between the France Air Group and the HVAC branch of the SIG Group, the Airvance Group is an expert in indoor air handling and air quality in buildings. Airvance Group’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Laurent Dolbeau, represents the 4th generation of this entirely family-run group. Digital creation and investments during lockdown The Airvance Group was established remotely during the COVID-19 lockdown Now ranking in the Top 5 of Europea...
Plasma ionization unit can be fitted into the return air side of a ducted unit to provide a continuous stream of ionized particles using Plasma Air’s Bi-Polar Ionization system, neutralizing pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses, as well as molds and odors. Applicable concealed ceiling units The PA604 can be fitted to the supply return air side of a ducted fan coil. The power supply can be run from the fan coil supply – please see install instructions for correct fitment and plac...
To save on energy bills, 56% of UK residents have reduced their central heating usage by at least three hours a day in December 2022, according to Uswitch.com. With winter approaching, which regions will benefit from warmer homes and lower energy bills due to more efficient boilers? As part of their boiler statistics report, Uswitch.com investigated energy performance certificates (EPC) for regions across Great Britain. Based on the performance and costs of hot water and heating systems, they c...
XOi Technologies, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces the addition of Chief Financial Officer Leon Weiss and Chief Product Officer Jeff Grisenthwaite to the company’s leadership team. extensive executive experience Weiss and Grisenthwaite each bring extensive executive experience in the software industry to XOi as the company continues to transform technology for field service contractors. “Leon and Jeff bring unique experience and skills that align wi...
The trade body, Energy and Utilities Alliance, has applauded the Government for announcing its intention to switch UK boilers from natural gas to hydrogen-ready gas boilers. These boilers will become mandatory from 2026, under the plans announced. A hydrogen-ready boiler, out of its box, will run on natural gas and at the point when the gas network switched to hydrogen, it can be converted in the home to use 100 percent hydrogen. This conversion is similar to the 1960s conversion from Towns Gas...
On the basis of years of expertise gained in the air filtration industry, they have decided to create their own reference point providing expert technical/commercial support in response to the growing demand on the German market. They are pleased to announce the opening of their new Sales Office, which will be located in: Fritz-Vomfelde-Str. 6 – 40547 Düsseldorf, Germany.
Abdula Maulik, the General Manager of the Project Development Department, State Electric Company Limited, Maldives, issued the Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC) for the Diesel Engine Generation and Seawater Desalination Project in the Maldives to Dongfang Electric International Corporation, which represented the complete successful performance of the project.
Trane Technologies’ Residential HVAC business announces a price increase of up to 10 percent on select residential heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment. The increase applies to Trane®, American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning, RunTru™ by Trane, and Ameristar™ by American Standard equipment, and related parts and supply brands. The price increase for residential equipment and select parts and supplies will take effect on products that shi...
Small-format food retail stores now have the ability to implement CO2 refrigeration systems without excess first-cost investments. Danfoss’ CO2 MiniPack Controller provides a complete packaging solution that makes CO2 approachable for small-format food retailers who would like to harness its benefits, even those with little CO2 experience. With the functionality of a dedicated CO2 controller, minimal complexity, and unique ease of use at competitive pricing, the MiniPack Controller is a f...
Another PCIM Europe in the books, this time completely digital. SEMIKRON followed suit with online presentations and webinars to showcase the latest product updates. Semikron presented the eMPack as a solution for Automotive traction applications with two presentations in the eMoblity Forum by Oliver Tamm and Ingo Rabl. Also, Stefan Häuser, Bernhard Eichler, and Emiliano Meza held two live webinars about the solutions for the smart grid and the high-power modules in the field of renewables...
The Government’s recently announced ECO+ Scheme has been hailed as a welcome step in the right direction in improving energy efficiency in UK homes by an industry trade body. ECO+ scheme Set to launch in Spring 2023, the ECO+ scheme will set aside £1 billion to improve insulation among the UK’s homes. It will help to reduce energy costs for households by around £310 a year and extend support to those in the least energy-efficient homes in lower Council Tax bands. It fo...
iGas USA, one of the world’s largest refrigerant gas suppliers, announces the opening of their newly constructed, 2 million sq. ft. state-of-the-art production facility which is located on 40 acres of land in Abu Dhabi. Currently, iGas is in process of fulfilling its first production run with initial deliveries to arrive in the US in early Q1-2023. efficiency of refrigerant gas At the forefront, iGas promotes the production, efficiency, and quality of refrigerant gas “We are very...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, will showcase innovative, new technologies and capabilities that address decarbonization and occupant health, safety, and comfort along with Johnson Controls-Hitachi at the upcoming 2023 AHR Expo (booth B1617), Feb. 6-8 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. At the show, Johnson Controls will demonstrate its products and solutions that improve sustainability and optimize building performance aligned with pending U.S. governm...
Plans for the largest green skills renewable training center in Greater London to open in Spring 2023 have been unveiled. The partnership between heat pump manufacturer Daikin UK, renewable technology solutions and training provider Quantum Group and the Centre of Engineering & Manufacturing Excellence (CEME) will be a huge step forward in the drive to decarbonize homes across the region and create jobs in the green skills sector. Installing heat pumps The Centre of Excellence will help t...
Interplay Learning, the provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, has been named to the Inc. 2022 Best in the Business list in the Prosperous and Thriving ($5-$50 million in gross revenue) category. Inc.’s Best in Business Awards honor companies that have made an extraordinary impact in their fields and on society. The list, which can be found in the Winter issue of Inc. magazine (on newsstands Dec. 13), recognizes the most dynamic companies of all sizes a...
Superior Sensor Technology announced its precise differential pressure sensor technology has the potential of greatly improving the detection of ammonia leaks or clogs in HVAC or industrial refrigeration equipment. Using an advanced pressure sensor technology, called NimbleSense, the company’s differential pressure sensors achieve extreme pressure measurement accuracy within 0.05% of the selected pressure range. When used in HVAC and industrial equipment, this precise measurement capabili...
Johnson Controls International plc (JCI), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has named Jim Lucas as Vice President of Investor Relations, effective from now. Olivier Leonetti, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Johnson Controls, said “I am thrilled to welcome Jim to our team. His diverse background and strong track record of financial leadership, investor relations strategy, and Wall Street expertise will be invaluable to Johnson Controls.”...
With Solar + Storage becoming a growing trend, energy storage converters must consider the requirements of solar. For AC-coupled systems, a bidirectional AC/DC converter is required. SEMIKRON offers a portfolio of power modules with topologies, which increase efficiency while both charging and discharging the batteries. DC-Coupled systems SEMIKRON will also discuss DC/DC topologies for DC-coupled systems, which can pair with 3-Level solar inverters. In order to meet 1500VDC designs, SEMIKRON...
Forklifts and industrial vehicles require reliable, compact power inverters. For the low voltage range (24V-144V), the SKAI 3 LV is the solution. Rather than starting from scratch or using an inflexible inverter design, SEMIKRON offers a new solution with the SKAI 3 LV. Users can now focus on the IP that matters most without getting stuck in the power hardware and packaging details. Proven manufacturing expertise Once the design is ready, this new approach then offers mass production through...
Extech’s new 42280A series temperature and humidity data logger features several notable enhancements over the company’s highly successful legacy model to ensure even higher performance and capability levels in indoor environmental monitoring applications. This latest-generation highly accurate and reliable meter will serve as an invaluable asset for any company looking to monitor the air quality of their production area, for example. 42280A features A direct replacement for...
With businesses around the world facing unprecedented pressure from the cost of energy and the urgency of climate change, a new report from the Energy Efficiency Movement shows that improving industrial energy efficiency is the fastest and most effective way for a business to cut energy costs and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Energy Efficiency Movement is a global forum of around 200 organizations sharing ideas, best practices and commitments to create a more energy-efficient world. &lsq...
