Corporate News

Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator has received the 'Top Project of the Year Award for Energy Innovation' in the 2024 Environment+Energy Leader (E+E Leader) Award program for its decarbonization-focused program with the State of New Mexico, USA.  emissions reduction Trane played a crucial role in helping the State of New Mexico achieve its emissions reduction and resiliency goals through a comprehensive program supporting the modernization of state-owned buildi...

For many years now, predictive AI has been an integral part of many data center control and monitoring systems. It helps data center operators to increase energy efficiency and detect impending failures at an early stage. With the triumph of ChatGPT, the subject of generative AI is now also evolving into an international megatrend. Drafts, text, images, videos – nowadays everything can be processed or changed using generative AI. AI applications Add to this the fact that servers used fo...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings released its 2024 Sustainability Report, marking significant progress and unwavering focus on decarbonizing the built environment. Scope 3 emission reduced Notably, the company reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 43.8% since 2017, putting it ahead of schedule in achieving its 2030 science-based target of a 55% reduction. The company also reported a 27.1% reduction in Scope 3 emissions derived from its p...

Mitsubishi Electric’s full range of Ecodan heat pumps and hot water cylinders are to be stocked by one of the north-west’s best-established independent merchants, The Boiler Shop. All Ecodan state-of-the-art products will now be available for The Boiler Shop’s customers, providing them with sustainable and energy-efficient heating solutions that also offer controllable home comfort. The Boiler Shop is a proud family business established in 2000 serving the profession...

Eurovent has released an Industry Recommendation that provides a methodology to calculate life cycle energy consumption and costs of air handling units. It aims to support the environmental impact assessment of air handling units (AHUs). The ‘Eurovent Recommendation 6/19: Life cycle cost calculation for AHUs’ defines a standardized methodology for calculating the energy demand and the resulting life cycle costs (LCC) of air handling units to estimate the total costs of ownership of...

Ideal Heating opened a new £1m training center to serve the south of England. The Training and Technology Center is strategically located close to the M1 north of London, meaning it is easily accessible for thousands of heating engineers across the South and much of the Midlands. The new facility is at Insignia Park in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, just a few minutes from Luton.  skills to fit, maintain, and service It will be used by the Expert Academy training team to equip ins...

The Viessmann Academy, the training center of Telford-headquartered Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has partnered with Shrewsbury Colleges Group to offer a BPEC Level 3 Award in Installation & Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps. qualification route The partnership has been developed to offer Viessmann installers a qualification route for heat pumps and to help increase the number of qualified heat pump installers in the region, to meet growing market demand. The formal heat pump qualific...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the pioneering manufacturer of humidity control, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to announce that Eric Skare has joined DriSteem as Senior Product Manager. Eric will oversee DriSteem’s Adiatec® evaporative cooling and humidification systems, which include high-pressure atomization and ultrasonic technologies. He will also manage DriSteem reverse osmosis water treatment systems and pre-treatment solutions. Compliance to t...

EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) is a report detailing the environmental footprint associated with a product. With EPD, DEVI brand ensures and comprehensively demonstrates the environmental impact of their products at various stages of their life cycle. DEVI Product Catalog Some of the products are already verified by the audit made by Bureau Veritas In DEVI Product Catalog, customers may see this sign marking many products for indoor and outdoor installation – heating cables, h...

Honeywell announced that Bosch’s newest line of heat pumps will incorporate Honeywell’s energy-efficient Solstice low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant. As part of this collaboration, Bosch technicians will be trained in the safe maintenance and installation of these next-generation low-GWP solutions. The collaboration with Bosch also supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to align its portfolio around three compelling megatrends, including the energy transitio...

Property operations software firm Facilio announces the launch of its ready-to-deploy refrigerant tracking and leak detection software solution. This is meant for all grocery and convenience store operators who want to implement an automatic leak detection system to identify and mitigate potential refrigerant leaks to achieve 100% compliance. The new regulations under the proposed American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act will result in store operators facing hefty fines (up to $57,000 pe...

Cool Designs Ltd, the UK's major independent air conditioning distributor, has opened a major new branch at Holmes Chapel near Crewe, in the latest stage of the company's ongoing expansion plans.  new facility The new facility, located near the M6, includes a showroom, offices, workshop, and conference center, plus an additional 11,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, enabling CDL to increase equipment stocks and further enhance support for its rapidly growing customer base in the Midlands and...

As the calendar turned to a new year, Aeroseal wasted no time getting started. January kicked off with a bang for the climate tech pioneer, marking the beginning of what promises to be a great year ahead.  Awards & Recognition  Aeroseal was first thrilled to learn it made the Cleantech Group’s 2024 Global Cleantech 100, an annual list of the top companies offering innovations to fight climate change. Aeroseal not only secured its place on the list, but also emerged as...

Proper maintenance of the air conditioning system is crucial, especially in hot areas like Vero Beach. Beyond filter changes, it involves inspecting components, checking coolant levels, and adjusting thermostat settings.  Seasonal prep Seasonal prep includes cleaning around the outdoor unit in spring and switching to programmable thermostats for summer efficiency. Fall and winter prep involves turning off power to the unit and covering it to protect against ice and snow. Professional ma...

On April 11th, a brand-new state-of-the-art heat pump showroom and training center opened its doors in Honiton. Daikin Sustainable Home Center Daikin, the UK’s heat pump manufacturer, has continued to grow its Sustainable Home Network, which provides local access to the latest heating and cooling technologies and training facilities to upskill heating engineers as the nation transitions from fossil fuels to renewable energy. This is Daikin’s fifth Sustainable Home Centre launch in...

ABM, a globally renowned provider of integrated facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, announced the initiation of an Energy Performance Contracting program for the Clarke County Commission in Alabama, USA. The project includes upgrades to HVAC systems, lighting technology, and related controls that are expected to create $1.8 million in cost savings over 20 years and will also improve security and indoor air quality for the county’s facilities. Security and...

Uwe Sigloch (Vice President of Global Product Management, ebm-papst) was elected as the new Chairperson of the Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ (PG-FANS), during the group’s recent meeting on 21 March 2024 in Warsaw. Uwe Sigloch Uwe Sigloch has several years of experience in the Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’, where he previously held the position of Vice-Chairperson since 2014. He will solemnly take up the role for the next two years as the only...

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), the pioneer in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, published the fifth edition of its HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual, which is available digitally and in print. This edition presents the methods and procedures for properly designing an HVAC air distribution system, with new detailed information on duct design, duct fitting selection, examples, calculations,...

Johnson Controls has joined the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Campaign, a voluntary initiative comprising of industry leaders and champions that assists public sector organizations across the nation modernize buildings, address maintenance backlogs, reduce energy and water expenses, support local economic development and achieve efficiency and environmental goals. Johnson Controls will collaborate with the DOE to promote and share...

Johnson Controls (JCI), the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, was named the overall leader for its smart building management platform in the Smart Building Management Platforms competitive assessment, conducted by ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm. Researchers assessed the Johnson Controls OpenBlue ecosystem of connected technologies and services, scoring it highest in implementation among nine other platform providers. The findings were reconfirmed...

Galletti, an Italian-based HVACR manufacturer has joined Eurovent as its newest member. The Eurovent Board announced Galletti’s membership during its online meeting on Tuesday 19 March 2024. chillers and heat pumps Galletti, a family-owned company founded in 1906, manufactures hydronic indoor units, chillers, and air-water and water-water heat pumps. Through its new ‘Open Innovation’ approach, the company develops advanced design solutions for the tertiary and residentia...

Air pollution can have serious medical consequences for those living in locations with a poor rating. From triggering respiratory conditions to long-term impacts, such as dementia, it is clear why a variety of efforts are being made to help clean the atmosphere. With this in mind, David Millward, Group Product Manager from Elta Group, delves into the issues surrounding the right to clean air and why it shouldn’t stop there. Link between air pollution and medical illnesses The link betwe...

Hoshizaki America, Inc., a pioneer innovator in commercial kitchen equipment, proudly announces the advancement of one of its own, Sally Ray, to the position of Vice President of Marketing. Concurrently, the company warmly welcomes a new addition to its leadership team, appointing Loanne Freedlund as the new Vice President of Finance. Sally Ray has been with Hoshizaki for almost nine years, advancing through a variety of Marketing roles with increasing responsibility. Additionally, as a Certifi...

The Cleantech Group names Aeroseal, a pioneering force in the Climate Tech industry, as its 'Company of the Year' for North America. The selection process included companies making significant progress in championing sustainable innovation. This additional award comes after Aeroseal proudly announced inclusion in the Cleantech Group’s 2024 Global Cleantech 100, an annual list serving as a definitive guide to the top companies offering notable contributions and solutions to the eminen...

Welcome to the essential guide to Air Duct Cleaning in Vero Beach, a key component of maintaining a healthy, comfortable living environment in the home. As spring arrives, bringing with it the urge to freshen up the spaces, it’s crucial not to overlook the hidden systems that play a significant role in daily comfort and well-being. Among these, air ducts are pivotal, yet they often go unnoticed until problems arise. Home’s indoor air quality In Vero Beach, where the blend of...

DigiCert, Inc., a provider of digital trust, and Macnica announce they will provide public key infrastructure (PKI) to Panasonic Life Solutions India Private Ltd., one of the manufacturers of home appliances. Together, they will introduce the first room air conditioner in India equipped with Matter 1.2, a common standard for smart homes. As a novel common standard that enables seamless compatibility and secure connectivity between IoT devices within a smart home, the Matter standard provides th...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s major solution developers and manufacturers of various high-quality tools for the building construction trades, announced the winners of its second annual Building Exterior Trade-Pro of the Year Award program. The contest recognizes five of the top U.S. construction professionals committed to excellent work, supporting their communities, and working safely in the field. Winners list The following winners will receive $1,000 in Malco tools of their choosi...

Vaisala’s journey of increasing climate action and reducing emissions continues as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved Vaisala’s near-term science-based emission reduction targets. According to the targets, Vaisala commits to more than halve its direct greenhouse gas emissions (scope 1) and purchased-energy emissions (scope 2) from 2021 level by 2030. Moreover, Vaisala commits to more than halve its other indirect emissions (scope 3) in relation to gross profit...

In a bid to address the nearly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions emitted by buildings, Johnson Controls has joined forces with the Department of Energy (DOE) to accelerate the electrification of heating and cooling systems in commercial buildings. One powerful tool to decarbonize buildings are heat pumps. However, less than 15% of commercial buildings in the United States currently utilize heat pumps, highlighting the need for a concerted effort to promote their adoption. Heat pump adoptio...

Yorkland Controls Limited, a prominent player in the Canadian building controls, combustion controls, and parts industry, is excited to announce a strategic merger with US-based Building Controls & Solutions ("BCS"), a distributor of innovative building automation and control solutions and parts. This transformative merger is poised to create a powerful synergy that will offer expanded services and distribution capabilities in the Canadian market. customer satisfaction The merger brings t...