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Oneflow is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO certifications in three critical areas: Information Security (ISO 27001), Quality (ISO 9001), and Environment (ISO 14001). Oneflow builds an AI-driven contract automation SaaS platform designed to help businesses modernize their legacy contract management processes. Oneflow has been listed on Stockholm’s Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market since April 2022.  ISO certifications The ISO certifications highlight Oneflow’...

Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK has added a new ‘soft-black’ version to its AIRSTAGE wall mount range that can be connected to split and multi-split systems. Operating on lower GWP R32 refrigerant and available in capacities from 2 to 4.2kW, the new unit (model ASEH KMCG-B) has a compact chassis depth of just 220mm due to the design of its high-density multipath heat exchanger.  service and maintenance Built-in Wi-Fi capability makes it controllable via the AIRSTAGE Mobil...

CIAT Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Heat Recovery Units were installed at the Radisson RED Liverpool, the first outpost of the prestigious international hotel chain in the north of England. CIAT is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Housed in a Grade II-listed property with roots dating back to the 1800s, the hotel is a blend of historical significance and contemporary design and a distinctive addition to the city’s hospitali...

Smart thermostats offer advanced control, energy savings, and enhanced comfort by learning the habits and adjusting temperatures automatically. They allow remote management via apps and voice commands, integrate seamlessly with other smart home devices, and provide detailed energy usage reports. Professional installation ensures optimal setup and performance, making smart thermostats a valuable investment for a more efficient and comfortable home. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the sm...

Harts Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians, a top-rated home services company founded in 2013 delivers five-star service to more homeowners in the greater Seattle/Eastside area with the opening of a new location in Tukwila. The Tukwila branch ensures Harts Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians offer comprehensive coverage along the Maple Valley Highway corridor. The fast-growing company’s fourth location offers complete plumbing and sewer service as well as electrical. hyd...

Kingsdown Compressed Air Systems Limited (Kingsdown), a distributor of compressed air and other equipment in the UK has become part of Atlas Copco Group. Kingsdown was founded in 1996 and is located in Wrotham, Kent, England. The company has a wide range of customers in all types of manufacturing industries, such as food & drinks, textiles, printing, and advanced manufacturing. strong sales and service "Kingsdown is well renowned with strong sales and service and has an impressive mar...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the globally renowned manufacturer of humidity control, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is excited to announce that Jake Wegner has joined DriSteem as Director of Sales, Americas. In his new position, Jake will be responsible for all aspects of DriSteem sales operations in North America plus Central and South America. This includes overseeing the regional sales management team, inside sales support, and OEM sales. Sales and marketing teams...

Proper insulation in Florida homes isn’t just about keeping out cold weather—it’s crucial for keeping heat and humidity at bay. Signs the home needs better insulation include higher energy bills, uneven room temperatures, drafts, moisture issues like mold, and an HVAC system that runs constantly. Addressing these issues with professional insulation services can lead to energy savings, improved comfort, and a more eco-friendly home environment. For expert insulation services in...

The market for connected objects for the home is changing rapidly. In June 2021, in the segment of air conditioning and heating equipment for the home (new and renovation), AIRWELL launched My Hybrid Home: a solution that combines connected objects and artificial intelligence to create energy (photovoltaic) that can be reused in the home and better control its consumption by optimizing it.  At the same time, the DEP – Diagnostic Performance Energétique – is enriched with...

Seeley International is proud to announce the launch of the high-performance Climate Wizard Hybrid, the world’s most energy-efficient HVAC system. Specifically designed for the Californian market, this innovative technology promises to transform the way businesses and schools approach climate control, offering unmatched energy savings and other significant environmental benefits. Unprecedented Energy Savings and Environmental Benefits The Climate Wizard Hybrid unit delivers on average 6...

In the corporate society, sustainability is a crucial element, and companies like Phoenix Mecano are welcoming sustainable practices. Its Green Team, a dedicated group of individuals from various departments, is driving the initiative towards an earth-friendly future. Phoenix Mecano recently sat down and chatted about sustainability, its impact on the company culture, and upcoming innovative projects. Impact of Sustainability Sustainability affects each department uniquely. For Ngoneh Je...

Prompt action by Green Point UK, BITZER UK's compressor remanufacturing and services arm, ensured critical cooling at a major UK data center was maintained following the failure of several chillers at the site. The loss of cooling capacity meant the data center was vulnerable to a spike in ambient temperatures or an increase in the intensity of server usage, which could have overloaded the remaining cooling plant at the site, with potentially catastrophic consequences.  proactive approach...

OEMs can accelerate the green transition with new and extended compressor ranges for comfort and industrial heat pumps. The new lineup includes the BOCK® HGX56 CO2 T 6-cylinder semi-hermetic reciprocating compressor for large-capacity industrial heat pumps, PSH scroll compressors for reversible rooftop units and hydronic systems in cold climates, and the VZN inverter scroll compressors for light commercial heat pumps. ‘The Future of Heat Pumps’ - IEA report Heating and cooling...

Maximize the mini split’s lifespan and efficiency with regular maintenance and smart usage. Understand the system’s operation, clean or replace filters every two to four weeks, and keep the outdoor unit clear. Use ‘AUTO’ mode for optimal fan speed and consider a smart thermostat for efficient control. For expert help, contact Air Docs Heating & Cooling in Vero Beach, FL. Lifespan of the mini split system Maximizing the mini split lifespan not only ensures the home...

The Filtration Division of power management company, Eaton, has enhanced its condition monitoring portfolio with the new PFS 02 particle flow sensor. This compact sensor offers a reliable, in-line solution for continuous contamination monitoring of hydraulic and lubrication oils and is suitable for operating pressures of up to 6,000 psi (420 bar). While Eaton’s previous particle measuring devices consisted of two separate components - the sensor and the evaluation unit - the PFS 02 partic...

Maintaining good air quality in homes is crucial, especially following recent air quality alerts in Central Ohio, USA. According to 10TV’s Weather Blog, these alerts underscore the importance of monitoring and enhancing indoor air quality (IAQ) to protect everyone’s health and well-being. Identifying Indoor Pollutants Dust and Pollen: Common allergens that can trigger respiratory issues. Mold and Mildew: Often found in damp areas, these can cause serious health problems. Volat...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced its successful completion of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump (CCHP) Challenge for high-efficiency heating in extremely cold temperatures. After surpassing DOE laboratory tests, the Trane® high-efficiency, Cold Climate Heat Pump prototype, installed at a Boise, Idaho residence, successfully warmed the home for two winters by extracting heat from the air – relying on its backup...

Knowing how to regulate the air conditioner is important to keep comfortable and optimize energy consumption. To do this, here are a few things users should consider: 1. Understand the air conditioner To regulate the air conditioner as effectively as possible, users need to understand how it works. This is because when the user sets the air conditioner to a desired temperature, the system will start to reach that temperature.  The air conditioner will automatically switch off when the te...

The smart electricity metering market in Asia-Pacific is inching ever closer to the historic milestone of 1 billion installed smart meter devices. The latest research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight analyses the development of smart metering technology in China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia and New Zealand. According to the study, the installed base of smart electricity meters in Asia-Pacific will grow at a...

The UK’s largest installer and operator of last mile multi-utility networks, GTC, and the UK’s pioneering manufacturer and installer of award-winning, British-made, ground source heat pumps, The Kensa Group, have joined forces to deliver a low-cost renewable heating and cooling solution for tens of thousands of new build homes a year – introducing the Networked Ground Source Heat Pump solution. This solution offers a clean alternative to gas, which is planned to be banned in n...

Geokey announced a new app integration with Resideo Technologies, a pioneering global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security, and safety, to provide multi-family dwellings access to enhanced smart home comfort and energy efficiency. The integration will transform the way residents take control of their indoor comfort and give building owners a way to monitor energy use and achieve savings. As part of this collaboration, Resideo’s Honeywell Home smart ther...

Contractor in Charge, the top provider of start-to-finish 24-7 customer engagement, appointment booking, full-service bookkeeping and controller services for home service contractors, announces a strategic partnership with SF&P Advisors, the pioneer in residential and commercial mechanical, HVAC and plumbing mergers and acquisitions. With the partnership, SF&P Advisors’ clients can leverage the Contractor in Charge’s expertise and proven solutions in addition to SF&am...

UK: Energy services company - Hometree has raised £250 million of debt financing from Barclays to accelerate green home improvements with 'pay as you save' finance for UK homeowners. The scheme will apply to the installation of solar panels, battery storage systems, and heat pumps through a range of lease and loan products.  Zero-deposit payment plans With the zero-deposit payment plans including system monitoring and repairs, Hometree maintains that homeowners will even be able to...

Carrier group company - Sensitech is set to acquire the cold chain monitoring systems business of Swiss company - Berlinger & Co AG. Established in 1865, Berlinger is a family-owned company that specializes in innovative and customized solutions for monitoring temperature-sensitive goods in the pharmaceutical and life science, clinical trial and global health segments. Sensitech to acquire Berlinger & Co AG The monitoring solutions business of Berlinger includes approximately 85 emplo...

In pursuit of Xylem’s pledge to Building Better Futures and a focus on continuous improvement and excellence across all systems and solutions, Bell & Gossett’s redesigned Glycol Make-Up Unit GMU560 offers new enhancements. Ideal for use with automatically recharging glycol or glycol/water recirculating systems, this upgraded model is engineered with efficiency in mind. Critical system pressure levels The utilization of a 115V Flojet diaphragm pump helps maintain critical syste...

Heating and hot water solutions manufacturer, Navien UK has announced the evolution of its Navien Choice loyalty program with the launch of Navien Choice Plus. new program Indeed, the new program aims to offer installers more opportunities to earn points in exchange for a variety of rewards. Following a four-tier membership system of silver, gold, platinum and diamond, installers can progress up the ladder based on the number of Navien products they install and register through the program....

According to the WHO, the air inside offices and homes can be up to five times more polluted than the air outside as pollutants, chemicals and toxins contaminate the spaces where they live and work, and climate change is making the situation worse. As most spend an average of 90% of time indoors, it is critical that the multitude of negative effects air pollution can cause are addressed such as allergies, asthma, poor sleep, skin irritation, coughs, runny noses, and itchy eyes as well as more lo...

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a critical component of daily health and well-being, yet it's often an aspect of the environment everyone overlooks. Given that the average person spends about 90 percent of their time indoors (EPA), the significance of maintaining clean air in homes, schools, and workplaces is more important than ever. Indoor Air Pollution Indoor air pollution can be a stealthy health hazard, with the EPA finding that indoor air can be 2-5 times more polluted than outdoo...

NAVAC, the world’s major supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps in addition to a wide array of tools, gauges, hoses, recovery units, and industry-specific items, has launched its NX1 NEXUS Digital Manifold Gauge, an innovative solution that combines advanced smart device technology with Bluetooth and wireless connectivity to enhance the diagnostics process for HVAC professionals. NX1 NEXUS As a smart manifold gauge, NAVAC’s NX1 NEXUS wirelessly integrates with the myNAVAC™...

Baxi is lowering trade pricing on its hot water cylinders and Baxi 400 and 600 Combi 2 gas boilers from June 1st. Baxi will be applying price reductions of up to 14% on its gas boilers thanks to being able to pass on savings on supply chain costs and manufacturing efficiencies across several of its boiler and hot water cylinder lines. Inflation in April Inflation in April was reported as being down to 2.3%, which partly reflects reduced pricing in global manufacturing supply chains. Baxi say...