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Reliable Controls® announces the release of the EnOcean® Transceiver (ET). The EnOcean technology is an energy harvesting wireless technology used primarily in building automation systems. Aesthetically designed to complement any decor, the Reliable Controls EnOcean Transceiver opens the door for integration of a wide variety of EnOcean wireless sensors and control devices with the MACH-System™. Integration with EnOcean devices The Reliable Controls MACH-ProLight™ control...
The best gas furnaces run quietly and efficiently, producing reliable indoor comfort winter after winter. Loaded with high-performance features, the durable Goodman brand GCVC96 two-stage gas furnace provides up to 96 AFUE heating – continuously monitored with ComfortBridge, Goodman’s latest communicating technology. ComfortBridge off-the-wall communicating technology gathers data constantly, making automatic adjustments as needed, using the minimum energy required to create consiste...
Côr 5C and 7C thermostats now work with Google Assistant, allowing customers to more easily manage their smart home. Côr is a brand under UTC Climate, Controls & Security, part of United Technologies Corp. (UTC). Google Assistant compatibility Google Assistant smart speakers, like Google Home, have integrated support for home automation Google Assistant smart speakers, like Google Home, have integrated support for home automation, letting users control smart home devices such...
Côr 5C and 7C thermostats now work with Google Assistant, allowing customers to more easily manage their smart home. Côr is a brand under UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Remote thermostats control Google Assistant smart speakers, like Google Home, have integrated support for home automation, letting users control smart home devices such as the Côr 5C and 7C thermostat with their voice. For example, customers can ask the Google Assista...
a-LIFE3 is the new professional fan coil Climaveneta branded with centrifugal fan and AC motor, dedicated to commercial and residential applications. The a-LIFE3 family is born from the experience and success of the a-LIFE2 range and introduces some important aesthetic and functional innovations. Functional And Aesthetically Innovative At the aesthetic level the new colour choice of the cabinet stands out, very similar to the white RAL9003 of the tangential fan i-LIFE2 SLIM fan coil, to unify...
NAVAC, the globally renowned supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps, in addition to a wide array of tools, gauges, charging machines and other industry-specific items, will introduce the latest product in its Master Series at the 2018 HARDI Annual Conference, taking place from December 1 to December 4, 2018, at the JW Marriott Hotel, in Austin, Texas, USA. At the show, NAVAC will feature the debut of its new NP12DM Vacuum Pump, which offers an impressive flow rate of 12cfm for fast, heavy duty performan...
At Adcock they strive to provide cooling and heating solutions that are sustainable with minimal environmental impact. Not only that, they are forward-thinking with the way they run their own business on a day-to-day basis to reduce the carbon footprint. SHEQ Manager ensures Adcock meets stringent environmental and quality levels too: “Adcock is joining the drive force to promote sustainable growth and address global warming, along with other environmental challenges associated with our s...
Voltas Limited, an AC brand, from the house of Tata’s launches its new Brand Store – M/S Global Electronics, in Bokaro’s premier shopping area, City Centre, Sector 4. The brand store features a well-designed and visually appealing display of new range of Voltas Beko & Voltas' products, comprising of refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves, dishwashers, air conditioners, air coolers, commercial refrigerators, water dispensers & water coolers. Technologically Advanc...
Data Aire, Inc. is proud to announce the dap4 touch for its precision cooling controller. The dap4 is the industry’s most advanced controller serving the telecom, government, special constant environments and indoor agriculture markets. Variable Compressor Screen The modern color touch screen allows easy access at your fingertips. The at-a-glance simplified screens offer a holistic view of the environment including: air temperature, humidity and unit operation status. New trending sc...
A. O. Smith Corporation celebrated the grand opening of its new Lloyd R. Smith Corporate Technology Center. The 42,700-square-foot research and development lab, located adjacent to the company’s world headquarters in Milwaukee, will serve as the company’s global innovation hub, where teams of engineers will concept, test and finalize core technologies to be used in A. O. Smith products around the globe. “We have a world-class team of extraordinary engineers and problem solvers...
HeatLink announces the launch of its new Smart System. The Smart System provides wireless and app-enabled control of HeatLink hydronic heating systems for residential and small commercial property owners. Automated wireless system Smart System app allows remote management of hydronic installations to control and monitor their system Consumers around the world are embracing home automation systems and they want a system that's easy to operate and provides peace of mind when they are away from...
Homeowners who have experienced flood damage from the recent hurricanes and tropical storms are advised to take important safety precautions about their home’s heating and cooling systems, according to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), the trade association representing manufacturers of HVACR and water heating equipment. “Standing water in a yard, house, or basement can damage a home’s heating, cooling, and water heating equipment in ways that...
Crestron can now control Gree GMV5 series, the new generation of VRF systems by Gree. The updated driver for CoolMasterNet allows Crestron integrators to integrate Gree GMV5. This update is significant because Gree is one of the most popular HVAC manufacturing brands in the world. The main benefits of this compatibility: Pain-free Gree GMV5 integration to Crestron, otherwise achievable only with significant effort Bidirectional communication with delay-free, real-time feedback between the s...
Raypak recently hosted a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art Innovation Learning Center at the company’s headquarters in Oxnard, CA. The Center is part of an extensive renovation and expansion of Raypak’s headquarter offices, testing lab and warehouse. copper fin-tube boiler An internationally renowned manufacturer of pool heaters and commercial boilers, Raypak is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2018. The company manufactured North America’s fir...
Reliable Controls announces the appointment of Alexander Song to the position of Regional Sales Manager, China. Alexander is joining the Reliable Controls China team and will work out of the company’s Shanghai office. He will report directly to Ian Giles, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Asia-Pacific region. Alexander brings with him over 20 years of sales and marketing experience with a strong background in the mechanical and HVAC industries. Reliable Controls sales, installation...
Reliable Controls announces that authorized dealer, Lucon Automation Co Ltd., is the winner of a platinum award from the 2018 Asia Pacific Intelligent Green Building Alliance (APIGBA) in the category of Excellent Intelligent Green Building Systems. The awards are classified into four types: “Design”, “Performance”, “Renovation”, and “System”. Lucon’s project, Power SCADA and Integrated Building Automation System was recognized in the “S...
Carrier is pleased to announce the opening of a new technology development center located at its Gurgaon facility. The new energy-efficient facility features state-of-the-art laboratory and testing facilities to aid in the development of Carrier heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) products; and will serve as an engineering hub in the region. By opening a development center, Carrier engineers will have greater resources to develop next-generation products using the latest technologi...
Temperatures in the UK are becoming increasingly unstable. The extreme fluctuations that are now being experienced, particularly during the winter months, have strengthened the case for a more widespread use of sophisticated heating controls. So how can heating controls help customers get-ahead of swinging temperatures? Greenstar Sense II weather compensator When weather systems like the ‘Beast from the East’ strike, heating controls that can automatically respond to cooling house...
Most garages are not connected to central heating, making them a large cold spot in most home heating systems. When winter comes, an unheated garage can be a less appealing place for home maintenance, tinkering, and other hobbies. Keep workspaces toasty even in the harshest winters with electric garage heaters from Marley Engineered Products. Electric heaters don’t require venting like gas heaters and can be more cost-effective. Risks with gas heaters Propane or natural gas heaters pose...
Working for Adcock Refrigeration and Air Conditioning as an engineer is a hands-on, rewarding, technical role requiring a high level of responsibility and customer care. For a snapshot of engineer life, the company has written an ‘Engineer Career’ series based on insight, tips and feedback from their own engineers. In part one, the reader can find out about various career paths and progression, from those that are out there every day doing the job successfully. "I believe a career i...
CoolAutomation’s Home Automation partner, Creston announces the new driver for CoolMasterNet allows Crestron integrators to connect Fujitsu VRF, adding another VRF manufacturer brand to CoolAutomation and Crestron HVAC compatibility list. The benefits of the compatibility: Fujitsu VRF integration to Crestron, otherwise achievable only with significant effort. Bidirectional communication with delay-free, real-time feedback between the systems. Connect more the one HVAC brand to the co...
Carrier Singapore (PTE) Limited has won the 2018 SEC-Senoko Green Innovation Award from the Singapore Environment Council (SEC) at the Singapore Environmental Achievement Awards (SEAA). The award recognizes Carrier’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship with breakthrough products such as the AquaEdge® 19DV centrifugal chiller. Carrier, a provider of high-technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Securit...
Johnson Controls International plc has named Visal Leng Vice President and President, Building Solutions, APAC effective Sept. 28, 2018. In this role Leng will serve as an officer of the company and oversee Johnson Controls Building Technologies & Solutions operations across the Asia Pacific region. Leng joins from Baker Hughes, a GE Company where he served as president Asia Pacific of the world's first and only full stream provider of integrated oilfield products, services and digital solu...
Johnson Controls announced it has acquired the assets of Lux Products Corporation (LUX), a provider of residential thermostats and smart home products. LUX markets several successful residential and commercial lines ranging from timers to smart home thermostats including Kono and Geo. “The acquisition of LUX strengthens our portfolio in the consumer retail channel and offerings in thermostats,” said Chris Eichmann, Vice President, General Manager of Johnson Controls. “We are e...
Heat Transfer Products Group, LLC (HTPG), manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment sold under the recognized brands of Russell, Witt, Kramer and ColdZone, announces the release of its new EcoNet Command Center for use with EcoNet Enabled Unit Coolers. The EcoNet Command Center builds on the innovations and intelligence of Rheem’s EcoNet Smart Thermostat technology and reengineers it specifically for commercial refrigeration applications. The ultra-thin programmable Command Cente...
SPX Cooling Technologies, Inc., a full-line, full-service industry specialist in the design and manufacture of evaporative cooling towers and air-cooled heat exchangers, will showcase Marley cooling tower components and promote the company’s service contractor training series, “Marley School of Cool,” at the Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA) Education Conference from Oct. 21-24, 2018, in Huntington Beach, CA. service contractor training series SPX Cooling Techn...
Worcester Bosch announced enhancements to their oil boiler range, which includes the Greenstar Danesmoor Regular, System and Utility models, as well as the Greenstar Heatslave II and Heatslave II External, to meet the requirement of lower NOx emissions under the ErP Directive, which came into effect in September 2018. Danesmoor and Greenstar oil boilers Enhancement to the Greenstar range has led to the creation of a transparent flame-producing, ‘hybrid burner’ The external body of...
Bodmin-based network service partner Carrier Transicold Cornwall has won the 2018 Carrier Safe award for the first time, after demonstrating its commitment to Carrier Transicold’s stringent health and safety program. Carrier Transicold, which operates in the UK as Carrier Transicold (UK) Limited, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Maintaining Safe Working Practices Over the past few years, we have targeted the development of our health...
Until now, the two brands – Salmson and Wilo – have been marketed side-by-side by Wilo Salmson France SAS. However, a change of strategy is now underway. In light of market trends and the digital transformation, the company has taken the decision to concentrate on Wilo, the group’s international brand currently enjoying strong growth, as its sole brand. Salmson products will gradually be replaced by Wilo products and the Salmson brand will disappear over time. The sales teams,...
The new ComfortPro® electric auxiliary power unit (APU) from Carrier Transicold provides quiet, emissions-free truck cab cooling while delivering one of the longest run-times in a battery-powered APU. Carrier Transicold is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The ComfortPro electric APU is powered by four Group 31 AGM (absorbent glass mat) batteries that are charged by the truck’s alternator. Thanks to innovative power management technolo...
