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The HVAC industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven primarily by new environmental regulations and the integration of smart technology. From changing refrigerants to stricter efficiency standards, from smart technology to better sustainability, the HVAC market continues to evolve at a breakneck pace. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: Which current technology will revolutionize the HVAC market in the next 10 years?

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of Metasys 15.0, its flagship open building automation system. Engineered to meet the demands of mission-critical environments, Metasys 15.0 delivers unmatched scalability, built-in resiliency and instant energy intelligence giving facility managers the tools to optimize building performance, ensure compliance and accelerate decarbonization. New features include support for up to 1,000 IP dev...

Because we spend about 90% of our time indoors, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is critical. Poor IAQ, including pollutants such as mold and chemicals, directly impacts health, causing respiratory issues, headaches, and fatigue. Good IAQ enhances comfort, productivity, and overall well-being. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How can HVAC systems ensure better indoor air quality (IAQ)?

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, safe, healthy and sustainable buildings, has expanded its data center thermal management offerings with the launch of its Silent-Aire Coolant Distribution Unit (CDU) platform. This latest addition to Johnson Controls’ end-to-end thermal management portfolio enables data centers to seamlessly transition to liquid cooling as rack densities rise. The Silent-Aire CDUs offer a wide range of scalable cooling capacities from 500kW to over 10MW in f...

With the acquisition of Johnson Controls’ residential and commercial HVAC business, Bosch’s Home Comfort Group has vastly expanded its global footprint. The acquisition, which was finalized on July 31, expands Bosch’s North American presence to complement its already dominant positions in the rest of the world. Champion in the HVAC and water space The newly combined businesses will include 26 research and development facilities globally and 33 factories worldwide.  Pr...

Artificial intelligence (AI) acts as a powerful new tool to automate tasks, analyze massive datasets, and enhance decision-making. The impact is widespread for almost any industry you can name, leading to increased efficiency, innovation, and personalization across various sectors. To focus the discussion on HVAC, we asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How can artificial intelligence (AI) be used to increase HVAC profits?

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announces the launch of new PENN System 550 C550A web-enabled control modules designed to streamline the transition from analog to digital temperature, humidity and/or pressure sensing within commercial HVAC-R equipment. System 550 C550A is an easy-to-configure functional replacement for legacy System 350. PENN System 550 C550A C550A control modules feature a guided setup that allows users to easily configure...

The Bosch Group reaches the next milestone in its corporate strategy 2030 and is consistently focusing on growth. The company has successfully completed the largest acquisition in its history. The acquisition of the residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business from Johnson Controls and the acquisition of the Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning joint venture were completed as scheduled on July 31. The contracts were signed roughly one year...

The Johnson Controls Building Analytics for Sustainability and Health Center at Clemson University will provide funding for two research projects aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing energy usage in buildings. Located in the Watt Family Innovation Center, the center serves as a multidisciplinary hub for outreach, innovation, education, research and the development of student talent in the building operations industry. Johnson Controls has committed $1 million in funding for rese...

Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades, is now accepting applications for its prestigious Pillar and Women to Watch awards, which will be announced at the organization’s annual conference in October and in the inaugural edition of its new magazine, respectively. “As an organization that supports women in a predominately male industry, we always look to find ways to r...

Percheron Capital ("Percheron"), a private equity firm focused on partnering with high-quality essential services businesses, announced the launch of its commercial HVAC service platform in partnership with industry veteran Katrina Liddell. The platform is actively establishing partnerships with top-performing commercial HVAC companies that prioritize world-class customer service, technical expertise and a values-driven culture rooted in teamwork and employee development. Percheron's commercia...

An upgrade to the Johnson Controls flagship building automation system (BAS), Metasys 14.1 offers a suite of new and enhanced features that answers the need for more comprehensive energy management. The BAS, which combines HVAC, fire, security and lighting systems into one, seamless platform, allows facility managers, IT teams and decision makers to optimize operations, fortify cybersecurity, advance energy and emissions goals, boost productivity and strategically modernize facilities. Buildin...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, relaunched its Connected Sprinkler service, which provides real-time insights and predictive maintenance to help save facility managers and building owners time and money. This service uses digitally enabled solutions, to enhance fire safety throughout the building lifecycle by providing data-driven maintenance information. Integrating advanced technologies “With the continued evolution of our Connected Sprinkl...

Johnson Controls commercial heat pumps are delivering a competitive advantage to customers and partners across all industries – from global industrial and manufacturing organizations to hospitals, local municipalities, and utilities – while having a positive impact on the environment. The results are significant: In 2024, Johnson Controls helped cut customers' expenses by 53% and reduce emissions by 60% compared to conventional natural gas boilers.  Words from Johnson Control...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the new Hygood® Inert Gas System 300 (IGS-300), strengthening its position in the fire suppression category. Engineered for simplicity and designed for safety, the new Hygood IGS-300 helps protect a diverse array of buildings with valuable or sensitive assets and provides several capabilities that align with market and customer expectations for performance, cost and lead time. Hygood Ine...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, safe and sustainable buildings, is celebrating 140 years of achievements and industry-firsts. Since its founding in 1885, Johnson Controls has continuously improved the built environment, delivering the first automatic sprinkler and then the first room thermostat shortly thereafter.  Fire protection and smart security portfolio Johnson Controls is serving customers throughout the building lifecycle with one of the largest portfolio...

Installing HVAC equipment is not as simple as plugging in an appliance. Installers often face many hurdles, including complex system design, space constraints, accurate sizing and load calculation, and proper ductwork installation. But what are we forgetting? We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the most overlooked factor when installing HVAC systems?

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, safe, and sustainable buildings, released a new commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting quantifying the Total Economic Impact™ and benefits of its OpenBlue platform. In the study, Forrester found that a model organization representing a composite of interviewed customers from multiple industries deploying OpenBlue, including FM:Systems solutions, could achieve up to a 155% return on investment (ROI) over three years. Smart bu...

Building design and HVAC are interdependent aspects of creating a comfortable, healthy, energy-efficient, and functional indoor environment. How important is collaboration as architects and HVAC engineers seek to ensure that a building's form and function are harmonized with an efficient and effective HVAC system? We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How does building design impact HVAC systems – and vice versa?

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of the NSW8000 Series Wireless Network Sensor for Metasys building automation systems (BAS) and FX series programmable controllers. This innovative multisensor offers a seamless and cost-effective solution for real-time monitoring of temperature, relative humidity (RH), and occupancy (PIR) detection with optional CO2 sensing for improved air quality monitoring.  Integration of building sensor...

The HVAC Industry gathered in Orlando for AHR Expo 2025, focusing on the latest advancements in technology. Attendees included contractors, manufacturers, engineers, system design professionals, facility managers, architects, wholesalers, and distributors. This year’s expo highlighted game-changing innovations, regulatory shifts, and emerging trends designed to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and connectivity. For HVAC professionals, these developments translate into practical soluti...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has been named a top thermal management provider for data centers by ABI Research. The recognition highlights Johnson Controls' excellence in innovation and implementation, driven by its comprehensive product portfolio, global presence, and customer-centric approach to the data center thermal management industry. Innovative building technologies "Johnson Controls has consistently exceeded market expectations for ther...

Johnson Controls, a global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer effective March 12, 2025, following the Company’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.  He succeeds George R. Oliver following a thorough succession planning process.  Non-Executive Chairman Oliver, who led the Company’s successful transformation into a pure-play building solutions provider, wi...

A combination cleaner-disinfectant from Decon7 Systems introduced just one year ago at the 2024 AHR Expo, has already made its mark with HVAC wholesalers and contractors interested in increasing their IAQ (indoor air quality) offerings and revenue. The EPA-registered product, D7, is affordable and easily applied to HVAC equipment during routine maintenance visits. This product-service offering adds a profitable revenue stream while improving IAQ for residential and commercial custo...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the acquisition of Webeasy, a prominent Dutch provider of building automation and control systems. This strategic acquisition reinforces Johnson Controls’ commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and energy efficiency while expanding its capabilities in the growing market for smart, connected buildings across Europe.   Expanding Global Reach in Building Automation   Webeasy, headqu...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) Commercial Heat Pump Accelerator program is designed to enhance building efficiency and electrification. Running from 2024 through 2027, the program aims to overcome adoption barriers, promote advanced heat pump technologies, and create sustainable solutions for HVAC professionals. Compared with conventional packaged rooftop units (RTUs) with natural gas heating, heat pump RTUs are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs by up to 50%. F...

It’s often said the only constant in life is change. In the HVACR industry, that phrase has been especially true. We saw another year of transitions in 2024 that included evolving efficiency and refrigerant regulations, changing corporate net zero targets, the continued emergence of advanced heat pumps, and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in building management.  Smart and sustainable Throughout these transformations, the industry continues to overcome challenges and in...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of the YORK® YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller designed to deliver high-efficiency performance, meet stringent sustainability standards, and aid in the decarbonization of large commercial buildings. YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller Available in 2,000 to 3,000 tons, it is optimized specifically for the use of the ultra-low GWP refrigerant R-1234ze(E) without requiring a larger chiller footprint or sacri...

airCore 700 with HeatForce is Hitachi's newest ENERGY STAR® certified cold-climate heat pump for light commercial and residential applications. Available up to 3 tons and utilizing low-GWP refrigerant R-32, it features a best-in-class piping length and a universal single-split outdoor unit with multiple indoor options to fit a wide variety of applications. With HeatForce technology, it offers 100% heating capacity at 5°F and 70% heating capacity or greater at -13°F,...

Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning UK & Ireland has announced a new partnership with HomeServe, one of the UK’s pioneering home assistance providers, to offer Annual Service Plans for Hitachi Air Source Heat Pumps. This partnership ensures homeowners and landlords can keep their heat pumps running smoothly year-round, with services carried out by qualified engineers. Heating and cooling solutions Partnership aims to provide customers’ peace of mind by offering service p...