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Greenheck Group, the globally renowned manufacturer of air movement, control, and conditioning equipment, with manufacturing locations across the United States of America (USA), was named as one of Forbes’ America’s Best Midsized Employers on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. Employers are chosen based on results from an independent survey that is distributed to more than 50,000 U.S. based employees, who are working for companies that employ more than 1,000 individuals. America’s Be...

Pioneer polymer building solutions supplier REHAU will be exhibiting at the first virtual edition of the HVAC and water trade show ISH Digital 2021. Usually held in Frankfurt, Germany, the online version of this exhibition will give contractors, developers, and consultants from the UK the chance to attend the international event they may not have usually been able to attend. Building services professionals At a time of construction boom in the UK, building professionals now have the opportuni...

Winter weather can make one freeze. With polar vortexes and snowfall, one might feel the need to turn up the thermostat a few degrees. But cranking up the heat will raise the utility bill, even if it’s only by a few degrees Fahrenheit. Chapman, the man for all seasons has advice regarding the right thermostat setting for every season so the bills stay low and the house stays comfortable. Recommended Thermostat Settings In The Winter Although the wind chill might make it frigid outside, i...

A high-performance pipe designed to make heating systems more sustainable than ever before has been launched by Uponor, a total solutions provider of systems for the safe transportation of water around a building.  Ecoflex VIP Thermo Ecoflex VIP Thermo represents the next generation of pre-insulated pipes, thanks to its ability to significantly minimize heat and energy losses. The product’s efficiency stems from its unique hybrid design that combines technology from bonded and unbon...

In a new video series from Motili, the company has outlined how strategic electrification and variable refrigerant flow or VRF systems are bringing environmentally-friendly heating and cooling options to residential and commercial building owners. Strategic electrification in HVAC Recent government programs, code requirements, and utility rebates have been driving a movement of the electrification of the HVAC industry. This strategic electrification in HVAC sees increased use of electricity in...

Innovative active air purification technology, manufactured by globally renowned HVAC and IAQ technology solutions firm, RGF Environmental Group, Inc., has become the only commercial product validated by third-party testing to confirm actual airborne inactivation of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus by as much as 99.96%. active air purification technology Distributed and installed in the United Kingdom via renowned HVAC specialists, Better Indoors, the RGF active air purification technology was...

Baxi Heating is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day, at an exciting time for the heating industry. Living in changing times, led by a reassessment of how people treat the planet and each other, increasing digitization, and the roll-back of globalization towards national priorities. These ‘megatrends’, which have been accentuated and accelerated by the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, are incredibly relevant to the roles that women take up in the workplace and the wi...

DiversiTech Corp., a globally renowned supplier and manufacturer of highly-engineered components, accessories and tools for heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) professionals, has announced that it has acquired Packard, the global supplier of electrical aftermarket and OEM components in the HVAC/R industry. Susan Kirkland, the President of Packard, said “Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Packard, Inc., one where the joining of two great...

The moment Rishi Sunak, UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, stepped up to make his budget speech, the entire nation collectively held its breath. While much had been already revealed on the extended furlough scheme and the expansion of the self-employment income support scheme, the UK Chancellor had reserved some announcements for the day. UK budget offers plumbing, heating incentives The budget covered several issues of particular interest to the plumbing and heating industry, including: Exten...

Wattco heaters can be installed in a tank or a container that is mounted on wheels for easy portability. Many applications demand heat in hard-to-reach places, which require heaters to be situated and moved to nearby locations that are not known beforehand. Highly efficient flanged immersion heaters are used where heated gas or liquid is needed. The salient features of heaters on wheels are that all components, such as temperature controllers and control panels are assembled in one unit. The he...

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) has written to the Prime Minister confirming they have reached an agreement in principle with UK boiler manufacturers, that they will support any future UK Government legislation which mandates all new models of domestic boilers to be “hydrogen-ready” from 2025. This commitment is several years ahead of similar action being proposed within the EU. Future Switch Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said “UK boiler manufacturers are...

Amen Air, Inc. and YORK Factory Direct (YORK) partnered with Building Homes for Heroes during a Welcome Home ceremony in Lutz, FL. for Army Staff Sergeant Mylee Cardenas. Cardenas joined the military following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, citing her devastation over what occurred as her inspiration to serve. US Army veteran While deployed in Afghanistan, Cardenas found a lump on her breast, but did not seek medical attention as she did not want to abandon her all-female unit and t...

American Coolair Corp. introduces its mixed flow fan with a direct drive motor. The MXFD combines the high volume flow capabilities of an axial fan and the pressure capabilities of a centrifugal fan. Designed to meet ducted fan needs both economically and efficiently, these fans operate reliably in most environments, including contaminated air. Combined with a VFD, variable frequency drive, the speed of the fan can be changed to match the performance required. less maintenance, long life...

Danfoss, a front-runner in the refrigeration industry, announced the newest addition to their digital service portfolio—Smart Refrigeration Solution, pioneering software originally developed by Honeywell. Smart Refrigeration Solution was created using customer requirements gathered from leading food retailers looking to reduce energy usage and improve the performance of their refrigeration system. “We are thrilled to incorporate Smart Refrigeration Solution into our Alsense™ c...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has announced that it has joined The Climate Pledge, a commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism. Signatories of The Climate Pledge commit to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of the goal set out in the United Nations' Paris Climate Agreement. The Climate Pledge Johnson Controls is one of 53 organizations that have now signed The Climate Pledge and the mov...

Victaulic, the globally renowned manufacturer of mechanical pipe joining, fire protection and flow control solutions has purchased a 220,000 square foot Waupaca manufacturing plant in Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. Enhanced Production capacity When operating at full capacity, the facility will increase Victaulic’s foundry production capacity by 70 percent in the U.S. and allow for future growth as Victaulic’s business demands increase. The facility, including two foundry molding line...

The heating industry is barring consumers from exercising their rights to choose efficient heating systems, according to consumer advice experts at The Heating Hub. Jo Alsop, Founder of The Heating Hub, said “For too long the UK’s domestic heating industry has been focused on volume boiler sales rather than on providing consumers with good advice about how to choose long-lasting, efficient systems.” highest boiler replacement Rate The United Kingdom has one of the highest bo...

SO Energy’s mission is to enable customers to achieve net zero carbon emissions. They want to make a greener future accessible to everyone, and they’re working on a number of ways to get closer to that goal. One of these ways is by installing solar panels and home batteries to turn customers’ homes into mini generators, generating what is currently the greenest electricity available. Support to scrap VAT on Low and Zero Carbon Products As part of this, SO Energy has long bee...

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, professional plumbers across the land will be celebrated on World Plumbing Day. While this year may look a little different, the critical worker status of plumbing and heating engineers has changed the way that many now view the industry. In the face of a global pandemic, it is those in the trade who have manned the frontlines, risking contact with COVID-19 virus, in a bid to keep the public safe and warm in their homes. World Plumbing Day Initiated by the World P...

On 8 February 2021, the Wilo Group successfully completed the acquisition of the Berlin-based Abionik Group from the private equity company, BID Equity, as well as other shareholders. In doing so, it is expanding its competence as a solution supplier in clean water treatment. Abionik currently employs around 170 people across eleven production and sales sites in Europe and Asia. Among other companies, the Abionik Group includes Martin Systems, Likusta Umwelttechnik, and Steinhardt, which specia...

Is the energy bill too high in the winter? Are users looking for ways to cut costs? There are several simple things users can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things users can do in day-to-day life to help reduce their heat cost this winter. Tassio Temp wants to help achieve the highest comfort in Los Angeles home at an affordable price. Air Seal Home Air leaks are where outside air enters the home or where the inside air can escape the home...

Moffitt Corporation has announced that they are ready to launch three new products into the industrial and commercial marketplace. These products complement the Moffitt message of Natural Ventilation Solutions, as they each promote a better work environment, by reducing temperatures, reducing the need for maintenance, and reducing the roof load on customers’ buildings. These products were developed by listening to customer feedback and through a focus on manufacturing sophistication. Mat...

Motili, a globally renowned provider of property and HVAC technology solutions, has announced that effective immediately the company will begin offering Clean Comfort Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) products with every installation and repair job at multi-family, tenant-occupied properties. Clean Comfort IAQ products Motili’s decision to offer Clean Comfort IAQ products is in response to growing industry need. Tenant demand for indoor air quality purification and products has increased signific...

With weather warnings in place across the country, a lot of people will be experiencing the type of freezing conditions ripe for plumbing disasters. When the temperatures drop below freezing, the water within exposed or un-insulated pipework can freeze. Boiler damage and burst pipes In plumbing systems, this can limit water supplies to taps, showers and toilet cisterns. In heating systems, this can limit water supplies to the boiler or heat source. As an added complication, water expands when...

Some people don’t know that poor indoor air quality can be dangerous to their health. However, the reality is that indoor air can contain harmful contaminants that lead to health problems. Fragrances, pet dander, household cleaners, and dust are some examples of indoor pollutants that often appear when a home air quality test is performed. Improving indoor air quality (IAQ) Since people spend most of their time indoors, it would be wise to keep the indoor air clean for a comfortable envi...

On 4 February 2021, the Wilo Group celebrated the opening of its new headquarters, the Wilopark, in Dortmund, Germany. Over 1,500 high-ranking international guests from the world of business and politics, as well as Wilo employees, took part in the digital (due to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic) event. Special guests, who sent a video message for the occasion, included Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel, Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia Armin Laschet, North Rhine-Westphalian Ministers Pr...

Despite the collapse of the most important markets outside Germany, including France, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom, in the first half of the COVID-19 plagued year - 2020, the German heating industry achieved robust growth worldwide of at least 3.1% down. Growth in German heating market “The initially high losses in southern Europe and the United Kingdom were partially offset by a race to catch up in the second half of 2020, at least in Italy, France, and the UK, so that the sales...

Recently, DEC has signed a contract for the supply of a complete set of equipment, namely the 1×135MW steam turbine island/package with Kerinci Captive Power Plant (expansion).  The power plant is located in Kerinci, Riau, Indonesia.

There probably isn’t a day that goes by that homeowners don’t use water heater. So it’s not entirely surprising when they fall victim to wear and tear after a few years. When they realize water heater is leaking, it can be worrisome. However, not all water heater leaks require a full replacement or even a major repair.  Common reason for leaks Of all the issues that could cause a water heater to leak, the most common are faulty cold and hot water connections, loose gask...

Global water technology company A. O. Smith Corporation announced the nomination of Victoria M. Holt and Michael M. Larsen to the board of directors. Victoria M. Holt recently retired as president and chief executive officer of publicly-traded Proto Labs, Inc., after leading the company since 2014. Headquartered in Maple Plain, Proto Labs engages in the digital manufacture of custom prototypes and production parts, and offers 3D printing, CNC machining and injection molding services. Ms. Holt p...