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Danfoss has announced further additions to its ETS range of electric expansion valves for heat pumps, close controls, and process chillers. The ETS 8M enables OEMs and end-users to benefit from greater efficiency and reliability, with low applied costs. New ETS 8M series To further strengthen and expand the choice available to OEMs, the new ETS 8M series offers additional options in the lower capacity end of the Danfoss EEV portfolio. With 4 sizes available from 12 to 40 HP (62 to 114 kW) with...
When it comes to an HVAC system’s energy recovery wheel, users may not be thinking about all the features and benefits. After all, it’s tucked away and not something users take notice of every day until users do. Energy recovery wheels are the workhorse of energy recovery ventilation systems. And with many facility managers responsible for increasing ventilation in the age of the pandemic, those wheels are working harder than ever. So, with that in mind, users inevitably...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, introduces the intelli-HEAT™ Dual Fuel System. This new Mitsubishi Electric solution connects with any thermostatically controlled furnace. all-electric heat pump The dual-fuel system empowers homeowners with a gas furnace to improve their home’s comfort and sustainability by using an energy-efficient, all-electric heat...
First Co. is on a mission to transform the industry through innovative products available for viewing during the 2022 AHR Expo, booth # N9722, Jan 31-Feb 2, 2022. First Co. introduces gas products to the market for the first time which are a part of this year’s showcased innovations. First-Pak and Eco Series Therma-Pak, both single packaged vertical gas units, are ready to be shared with the world at AHR 2022. The Eco-Series single packaged vertical product line is one of First Co.’...
Marley Engineered Products, a globally renowned company in high-performance, reliable heating and ventilation equipment, invites contractors, installers, engineers, system integrators and others in the industry to a product-focused educational webinar, covering the latest in electric heating connectivity and controls. Product-focused webinar The Marley Engineered Products webinar will walk through various supplemental heating solutions and how they can provide comfort control through programma...
Danfoss has named Jae Chon, the Director of Strategic Markets at Chesapeake Systems, a renowned Maryland-based HVAC consultant and equipment distributor, as its 12th EnVisioneer of the Year for their work on retrofitting the Towson Courthouse in Towson, Maryland. Chesapeake Systems recognized Chesapeake Systems was the project manager firm responsible for upgrading the courthouse’s HVAC system with a synchronized hydronic loop, utilizing Danfoss high efficiency scroll compressors, pressu...
SO Energy talked extensively about how to save energy in the home on its website and in many face-to-face office conversations. With energy prices rising, it’s never been more important to save energy, and so for a new perspective, it asked customers for their energy-saving tips. highlights Have an energy champion Have someone in the home whose responsibility it is to check lights are off, the thermostat is turned down and no appliances are left on standby needlessly. Only...
Edinburgh-based water retailer, Business Stream has delivered nearly £100,000 of funding to nine public sector initiatives, through its annual Public Sector Scotland (PSS) Water Efficiency Fund. The fund is part of a commitment made by the company to support public bodies across Scotland to deliver water efficiency projects, designed to deliver environmental and financial savings. Funding for water efficiency projects In 2022 successful candidates include a Glasgow City Council scheme a...
Since Cooper&Hunter’s introduction to the U.S. market in 2015, the company has placed great emphasis on its single and multi-zone mini-split systems. But, in an ever-growing and fast-changing market, C&H has decided to expand their product line up with the addition of air handler units and commercial VRF systems. Air handler units offer a versatile replacement for traditional air conditioning systems that can be connected to pre-existing ductwork, but with smaller units that are q...
Riello expands its product portfolio with the addition of its new model Array 800, completing the existing Array boiler series. Riello, a pioneer in manufacturing systems and technologies for heating, cooling, and energy efficiency in the residential and commercial sectors and a worldwide pioneer in combustion technology, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Continued boiler operation The...
Xylem, a global water technology company, announced its AHR Bell & Gossett Product Showcase, a new landing page designed to engage HVAC professionals attending the 2022 AHR Expo on Jan. 31-Feb 2, in Las Vegas, which the company will not attend in person as planned due to pandemic health and safety concerns. The product showcase provides information on the latest Bell & Gossett products, solutions and technologies addressing modern HVAC and plumbing challenges in commercial buildings. E...
Daikin Applied introduced SiteLine™ Building Controls, a portfolio of scalable, cloud-based technologies to effortlessly connect, monitor, and manage both individual pieces of HVAC equipment and integrated building systems. With SiteLine, building owners and operators have the tools and insights to optimize performance, improve indoor air quality, and trim energy use and carbon emissions. Transparency in the HVAC ecosystem The new controls portfolio provides complete transparency into t...
Yaskawa America, Inc. will exhibit at the AHR Expo, January 31 – February 2, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visitors to booth#C1358 (Central Hall) can expect to see the company’s complete range of HVAC drives, including new variations of the HV600. Show attendees are also invited to attend education sessions with top Yaskawa product experts. Booth Highlights: 1) HV600: A variable-speed drive engineered for use in HVAC building automation applications requiring reliable...
Building Talent Foundation (BTF) has announced the main findings of a residential construction workforce engagement study designed to probe into tradespeople opinions about their career plans. To improve industry strategies for building talent retention, BTF launched the survey with the support of Leading Builders of America (LBA). Amid increasing competition for frontline workers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BTF and LBA sought to better understand the current levels of engagement and prioriti...
Bluon, Inc., a fast-growing company with a mission to increase the capacity, performance, and GMV of the HVAC-R industry by empowering its technicians, has received the top software innovation award ahead of the 2022 AHR Expo. The Expo is the HVAC-R industry’s premier event and the award is sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI, the global standards for HVAC-R. Bluon’s support platform is a revolutionary mobile app that makes HVAC technicians in the field more effective, more efficient, and...
Robertshaw® will give International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo) attendees a first-hand look at its new simple and economical, yet powerful, line of pro-series wall thermostats in Booth C3518 in Las Vegas January 31–February 2, 2022. Eight models comprise the Pro-Series, enabling wholesale distributors to minimize inventory and contractors to limit their truck stock. At the same time, contractors won’t be overwhelmed with choices of models. Yet...
Carrier Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions, has signed a binding agreement to acquire Toshiba Corporation’s (TOKYO: 6502) ownership stake in Toshiba Carrier Corporation (TCC), a variable refrigerant flow (VRF) and light commercial HVAC joint venture with Carrier. The planned acquisition will strengthen Carrier’s position in one of the fastest-growing HVAC segments, as well as scale its global VRF product p...
Trimble has announced an innovative mixed-reality solution for construction layout, with the introduction of the FieldLink MR app. Built on the powerful Trimble Connect collaboration platform, Trimble FieldLink MR offers a completely new way to perform construction layout, enabling professionals to quickly navigate to tasks on the jobsite, getting more done in less time. The app runs on the Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2, a hardhat-integrated mixed-reality device. Trimble FieldLink MR Trimble w...
Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a new size range of design envelope permanent magnet pumps that are engineered to deliver 20% lower operating costs than variable speed pumps with standard induction motors. The new pumps are available with motors ranging from15 hp to 50 hp, and operate at NEMA Ultra-Premium Efficiency levels that exceed the efficiency targets of both the US Department of Energy and the European Union. Expensive competing model “Better performance at higher RPMs...
Bosch Thermotechnology, a global source of high-quality heating, cooling, and hot water systems announced the lineup of products that will be featured at its 2022 AHR Expo booth #N9717. Debuting at the Bosch booth are two new versions within the IDS Family, IDS Premium Connected and IDS Light, and the third generation of the Climate 5000 ductless system mini-split heat pump. All three products are set to become available to the market in the first half of 2022. Inverter Ducted Split Light comp...
Jobber, the provider of home service management software released its latest Home Service Economic Report: 2021 Review. The report features expert insights and proprietary data aggregated from more than 160,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, window washers, plumbers, and more, who use Jobber. “The performance of the Home Service category has made the trades an attractive option for entrepreneurs, those seeking a career change, and young adults entering the...
EDF Renewables UK is launching its 2022 apprenticeship scheme, which will offer applicants from all over the country the opportunity to become Onshore & Offshore Wind Turbine Technicians. As part of the scheme, new recruits will spend a year and a half at Tyne Coast College at the Wallsend Campus, before learning the practical elements of the job at a number of EDF Renewables sites. These include operational wind farms such as Dorenell and Fallago Rig Wind Farm in Scotland, and service cent...
ClimateCraft’s highly popular FanMatrix arrays are built to offer efficiency, redundancy and longevity in use. When space is an issue, the compact MiniMatrix delivers a compact yet powerful solution. For lower airflow applications, the efficient and economical ECM array takes ECM-driven fan applications to a new level of efficiency and space-saving performance. FanMatrix arrays FanMatrix arrays feature direct-drive fan wheels for a simple fan design. Optional BalanceStream technol...
RectorSeal LLC, a globally renowned manufacturer of quality HVAC/R and plumbing tools and accessories, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc., introduces Calci-Flush standard tank water heater flush. Calcium and scale build-up is a leading cause of premature tanked water heater failure. Unless the tank is adequately flushed regularly, its heating ability will be hindered by the formation of calcium deposits that are released through normal operation or when chemicals enter an un...
Airius, a Colorado-based technology company focused on air movement and indoor air quality, announces the release of its new BACnet MS/TP destratification fan controller during the 2022 AHR Expo. “Do you struggle with controlling your building? With our BACnet fan control integrated into your network, you can take better control of your building’s stratification issues, save money and improve building comfort by achieving the operational excellence you desire,” said Christian...
Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), the pioneer in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced at the Air-conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration (AHR) Expo trade show in Las Vegas, three of its latest innovations. Building on more than 20 years of experience in creating control solutions for the HVAC brands, the company announced the launch of its next generation of connected thermostats marketed as the UEI Comfort Line. The UEI Comfort Line is...
Fenwal Controls introduced the ConnectedControls IoT platform, a wireless control system for use with gas ignition controls within freestanding commercial and industrial heaters. The Wi-Fi-enabled module is compatible with many Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) heaters and introduces remote monitoring and control. Fenwal Controls, a supplier of gas ignition and temperature control components, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and int...
DRI-STEEM Corporation, the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced that they are offering a free ON-DEMAND webinar that addresses the important role of humidity control in reducing airborne virus transmissions in K-12 schools. The webinar is presented by David Baird, DriSteem Senior Applications Manager. Maintaining relative humidity levels The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way people do almost everything. It is not the first virus...
Built on a foundation of precise superheat control, the Danfoss TD1 thermostatic expansion valve now features a more sustainable stainless-steel capillary tube and sensing bulb. As part of Danfoss’ industry-renowned portfolio of low- and ultra-low GWP compliant solutions, the TD1 delivers up to 15% more energy savings and up to 20% reduction in pull-down time under actual operating conditions compared to capillary tubes. TD1 thermostatic expansion valve Known for its high efficiency and...
Automated Logic is bringing reliable and flexible building automation to customers with its new hosted and managed Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering, WebCTRL® Cloud. This new solution for the WebCTRL building automation system (BAS) brings deployment flexibility to customers while helping them scale for growth and reduce their support burden. Automated Logic, a provider of innovative building-management solutions is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, saf...
