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Why is it important to test the sump pump? Despite its clunky name, the sump pump is arguably the most important piece of plumbing equipment for the basement. Why? Because it transfers water (usually from heavy rainfall or rising groundwater) away from the home. A sump pump prevents extensive and expensive damage to the foundation of the home and the possessions. Knowing if the sump pump is ready to go for the spring and summer months is key to preventing hefty repair costs. At the very least,...

HVAC and active air purification specialist, Better Indoors, has been listed as a chosen supplier for the provision of equipment for UV Infection Control by NHS East of England. Encompassing 22 NHS Trusts, the East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub has chosen Better Indoors as one of just a handful of suppliers for bespoke decontamination solutions – where its active air purification technology is the only product that doesn’t require evacuation and can operate safely in...

Over 3 million users attend music festivals every year in the UK, creating a staggering 23,500 tonnes of waste. WOMAD is already leading the way in sustainability, with several inspiring initiatives including green energy from Ecotricity and action on recycling, single-use plastics, water, and travel. Whichever events users choose to attend, here are the top tips for a sustainable and safe summer of festivals. Be COVID safe Wide open spaces like those at WOMAD are perfect for keeping us...

EDF Renewables Ireland is announcing plans to develop a 100MW wind farm to the south of Bellacorick in Mayo. The proposed project, which could consist of up to 25 turbines and power more than 60,000 homes, will be located in a forested area to the northeast of Slieve Carr, approximately 8 km southeast of Bangor Erris. environmental studies The project team is currently gathering wind data and mapping the environmental constraints on site which will be used to create a preliminary wind turbine...

ABB Robotics’ Research and Development center in China has been recognized by the Shanghai Government for its technological innovation and R&D capabilities. To be recognized, an R&D center must be established by global investors in Shanghai, operate at a global level and play a key role in global R&D projects and create unique technological innovation. At the Recognition Ceremony held on May 24, 2021, Rui Liang, Head of ABB Robotics in China, received the honor from Shangha...

Ruskin® has been awarded a patent for the unique blade design on its XP500WD stationary wind-driven rain aluminum louver, which provides both FEMA impact protection and Class A wind-driven rain protection. The blade’s ability to catch water and channel it away from the louver helps keep water out, boosting its already high performance against wind-driven rain. Combined with FEMA impact protection, the blade design makes the XP500WD a smart choice for extreme weather areas. Reducing s...

ABB has begun a pilot project with Equinor in Norway, at the Gina Krog platform in the North Sea. The project enables a digital transformation of monitoring of critical electrical systems on the platform, accelerating Equinor’s condition monitoring capabilities with a focus on improving safety, reducing operational costs, and increasing production efficiency. Adopting a collaborative maintenance model enables Equinor to start the journey from today’s planned maintenance program tow...

In light of the government closing its Green Homes Grant, Panasonic has announced an extension to its own Green Cashback Schemes to provide installers and homeowners with a longer period to benefit from this generous scheme. Now extended for a further two months, the two schemes offer generous cashback on the completion of installations of Aquarea Air-to-Water heat pumps.  Projects must be completed by 31 August 2021 and all claims for the cash need to be submitted by 30 September 2021. A...

With this report, IEA shows how the transition to a net zero energy system would be possible by 2050 while ensuring stable and affordable energy supplies, providing universal energy access, and enabling robust economic growth. While the study addresses the energy sector, the chapter on buildings does offer some perspectives. Buildings The 244-page study focuses on the energy sector. For information, abstracts from the chapter on buildings are copied below. It should be kept in mind that the...

The European Commission and Öko-Recherche recently presented the preliminary findings of the F-Gas review study. The study notably models the degree to which F-Gases could be substituted in RACHP equipment until 2050. Eurovent considers the substitution scenarios unrealistic and has expressed skepticism about the modeling assumptions used by the study consultant. Review of the study The study notably foresees that hydrocarbons could be used in up to 90% of small heat pumps as of 2025,...

Compact, climate-friendly, and with a stunning design: This is the new generation of Viessmann air/water heat pumps. Powered by green electricity, they produce CO2-free heat for heating, cooling, and DHW generation. All that alongside particularly climate-friendly refrigerants. The wall-mounted and compact devices in the Vitocal 25x-A and Vitocal 2xx-S lines recently won the iF Gold Design Award 2021. renewable energy The iF Design Award is awarded once a year and is one of the most renowned...

The calibration laboratory of sensor specialist E+E Elektronik has been commissioned by the Austrian Federal Office of Metrology and Surveying (BEV) to provide the national measurement standard (etalon) for CO2 gas concentration. This makes the calibration experts from Engerwitzdorf the highest metrological authority in the country for a further physical quantity following humidity, dew point, and air velocity. As the BEV's designated institute, E+E Elektronik is authorized to perform special...

Finding parts for Weil-McLain boilers just got a whole lot easier with the launch of a new interactive, mobile-friendly Weil-McLain Parts Catalog. The robust new tool makes it simple to find parts for Weil-McLain's full line of residential and commercial boilers. "With a link right on our home page, and multiple ways to search for specific parts, residential and commercial heating contractors, installers and distributors can quickly identify the parts they need for their specific Weil-McLain bo...

GE Appliances. (GEA), a Haier company, partnered with Chicago nonprofit Kitchen Possible to provide GE Digital Air Fry 7-in-1 Toaster Ovens to 46 households in Chicago’s Pilsen and East Garfield Park neighborhoods as part of GEA’s community engagement investments with nonprofit organizations and community partners who connect people with the resources they need to be successful. About Kitchen Possible Kitchen Possible teaches weekly cooking lessons to young people ages eight throug...

  The MCX15B2 and MCX20B2 controllers’ capabilities have been further extended with seamless WT-DM room thermostat integration to make it easier for OEMs and integrators looking for a one-stop-shop temperature control solution across a range of comfort applications. Used for room temperature or water-based floor heating systems, Danfoss WT-DM thermostats help maintain precise temperature settings. Their highly functional electron...

No matter how brief, power outages inevitably impact productivity. The good news is it is now easier to keep critical processes running reliably. Induction motors controlled by high-power VLT® drives can recover faster from mains drop-out, thanks to improvements in the flying start feature. Function The flying start feature kicks in to catch a motor that is spinning freely due to a mains drop-out or windmilling. This function is especially relevant...

Two of Carrier Transicold’s longest-serving network service partners have relocated to improved facilities, in a drive to ensure customers have access to the most modern and well-equipped dealerships, situated in the most convenient locations. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a foremost global provider of healthy, safe, and sustainable building, and cold chain solutions. Leading the investment, Robson Refrigeration, which trades as Carrier Transicold East &...

Carrier Transicold now provides remote monitoring of mixed fleets, including those using refrigeration systems from multiple manufacturers, through a single interface, the company’s versatile new Lynx™ Fleet platform. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the foremost global provider of healthy, safe, and sustainable building, and cold chain solutions. “The latest upgrade to our Lynx Fleet platform fulfills an important aspect of our digital vision, ena...

Daikin unveils the 4-step plan to transform residential heating and cooling for a greener Europe. The goal is to decrease CO2 emissions from residential buildings by raising the share of renewable heating and cooling systems to 40% by 2030. This is in line with the raised goal of cutting CO2 emissions from 40% to 55% by 2030, as signed in the European Climate Law on April 21. Renewable heating systems The majority of residential housing is still heated with outdated systems, often using pollu...

EDF Renewables is planning to develop a 49.9 MW solar farm in Glassthorpe between the villages of Flore and Upper Heyford, along the M1 Corridor, which will be capable of generating enough low-carbon electricity for the domestic needs of 9,562 households annually. A number of ecological and feasibility surveys have been carried out and the company is consulting with local people at an early stage about the proposal to get their views ahead of submitting a planning application later this year.&n...

As a business Worcester Bosch is continuously innovating and investing to reduce the impact across the globe, the brand new Greenstar 4000 boiler series has 100% recyclable packaging, and of course, still comes with all of the reliability and performance a user would expect from a Worcester Bosch boiler. Energy Efficiency The new Greenstar 4000 is the most environmentally friendly boiler to date. It features improved energy efficiency, where the boiler is able to turn down its output, this is...

AAON, Inc. announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Gary Fields, and Chief Financial Officer, Rebecca Thompson, will speak at the 14th Annual Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference held virtually on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 9:10 a.m. EDT.

Cenergist, an expert in high efficiency district heating and ground source heat pumps, announces that it has been appointed to deliver Leeds City Council’s £24 million ‘Clustering for Warmth’ initiative. Cenergist will design, build, operate and maintain low carbon district heating networks for 26 high rise blocks across Leeds over the next three years. The ‘Clustering for Warmth’ initiative forms part of Leeds City Council’s £100m investment in i...

Automatic flow balancing is what finally makes a new heating system perfect. It ensures even distribution of heat in the house and significantly reduces heating and electricity costs, which prevents follow-up costs for a repeat service call. It would be a clear win, then, to make automatic flow balancing easier and faster, especially in modernization projects. That’s why Viessmann offers two different innovative solutions that enable specialist partners to optimize heating sys...

CE+T Group has obtained the Gold label in recognition of retaining the Best Managed Companies label for four consecutive years. Each year, the Best Managed Companies program rigorously evaluates and challenges organisations’ strategy and operational management against a proven global framework based on four pillars: a clear long-term strategy, extensive capabilities, strong commitment, and excellent financial performance. After a challenging year, resilience, leadership and agility have b...

From 25 May to 8 June, Danfoss Drives will be hosting four business-relevant Factory Efficiency Days, in order to provide primarily European participants with valuable and innovative ideas on how to elevate energy efficiency in their factories. Renowned, expert industry speakers have been invited to cover everything from energy policies to energy management, distribution, and consumption and to take attendees through some of the technical trends that shape the society in 2021. Overall factory...

The new HZ700MD louver from Ruskin® is a 7-inch deep extreme performance louver comprised of two pieces – a 4-inch horizontal front and a 3-inch vertical rear louver. The HZ700MD was designed for applications needing a horizontal blade appearance but a vertical blade level of performance with Miami-Dade approval NOA No. 20-1201.01. For extreme weather areas “Ruskin designed the HZ700MD specifically for areas in the Miami-Dade or coastal regions that are aff...

Jobber, the foremost provider of home service management software for small businesses, announced an integration with Google’s Local Services Ads that will allow small home service businesses to offer instant booking options to customers in their area. Homeowners searching for services in their area will be able to see the pricing and availability of local home service professionals and instantly book new work at any time, day or night. The integration between Google and Jobber helps addr...

After two events outside Europe (2017 USA, 2019 China), the 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting (EEDAL) conference returns to Europe in 2021. The pandemic has obliged EEDAL to move its conference from November 2021 to June 2022. It would offer an opportunity to address Indoor Environmental Quality for the public that involves policymakers. Background EEDAL provides for international dialogue between the key players in the residential buildin...

The Building a Safer Future (BSF) Charter has launched its ‘Charter Champion’ company initiative to help companies drive the systemic culture change required to put building safety first. approach and performance Through robust self-assessment, benchmarking, and independent verification, the BSF Charter Champion company initiative will help companies identify potential issues and, in turn, develop continuous improvement plans to advance their overall approach and performance on lea...