Air Handling Units News & Trends

With the amount of time spent indoors and the impact that the spaces occupied can have on health, it is more important now than ever to ensure the air in homes and workplaces is as clean as possible. That is where the Project Sustainability Podcast comes in. Project Sustainability Podcast Hosted by a team of experts in sustainability and environmentalism, the Project Sustainability Podcast aims to educate and entertain listeners about a wide range of topics related to the environment...

Shared walls, or party walls, between multifamily homes are an issue for builders and homeowners alike. They are more difficult to air seal effectively, leading to issues when trying to meet code. Sealing party wall leaks is called compartmentalization. And research from the University of Toronto shows up to 20 percent of a neighbors’ air can transfer into a home through a shared wall. That’s why sounds and smells seem to infiltrate multifamily homes so easily.  Solution...

When it comes to measuring the airtightness of a home or building, and how much air is leaking into it, a blower door test is the universally accepted method. It’s why AeroBarrier uses the test as part of its air sealing process. A structure’s air change rate, or ACH, establishes a baseline of leakage before air sealing. During the AeroBarrier process, their software monitors the ACH as the technology seals leaks in the building envelope and dials in a precise level of airtight...

Service Experts has unified its four centers in Dallas-Fort Worth – Levy & Son, Stark Services, Calverley, and Crawford Services – under its flagship brand, Service Experts. One of the renowned residential HVAC service companies in the U.S., Service Experts’ more than 4,000 people serve 2,500 homes and businesses daily for everything from heating and air conditioning to indoor air quality, plumbing, electrical and other specialized home services. Its area centers have...

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...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist - Nuaire is pleased to announce that Passivhaus certification has been achieved on BPS Passivhaus air handling units (AHU) and XBC Passivhaus packaged heat recovery units. With buildings contributing significantly to harmful carbon emissions, Passivhaus provides proven solutions to deliver net-zero-ready buildings that also provide a high level of occupant health and wellbeing. Whole-building approach Passivhaus adopts a whole-buildi...

Following January's devastating Los Angeles-area wildfires, AAF International, a member of the Daikin Group, and global pioneer in air filtration solutions, is supporting the clean breathing efforts of Pasadena’s older adults this week by donating advanced home air filters and room purifiers in concert with the City’s celebration of Older American’s Month. As part of this initiative, AAF is giving the Pasadena Senior Center eight AstroPure air purification units for the Center...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has announced that its Magnelis® steel-based ventilation systems are now being made from XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel. Leading the way in sustainability, Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer to switch to this innovative steel, which will result in a 64% reduction in CO2 emissions on these products within the first year alone, compared with the same steel manufactured via the conventional s...

Berkshire-based mechanical and electrical engineering firm, Campbell West, has completed a major transformation at Hertfordshire University in Hatfield. The five-month project formed part of a wider renovation project by Carmelcrest at the University’s School of Creative Arts. The works included a complete overhaul of the building’s heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) infrastructure, as well as the refurbishment of the male, female, and disabled WC facilities...

The recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) solidified long-term opportunities for homebuilders to earn significant tax credits by improving the energy efficiency in new single- and multi-family homes. Federal tax credit 45L — the New Energy Efficient Home Credit — targets new homebuilders and is verified under the ENERGY STAR® New Home Construction and Net Zero Ready certification programs. Aeroseal® duct sealing and AeroBarrier envelope solutions are among the...

Fellowes, a fourth-generation workplace solutions corporation, specializing in advanced air quality management systems, has announced the launch of its ground-breaking Array networked air purification system featuring building management system (BMS) integration via BACnet/IP.  As the first and only localized BACnet-enabled air monitoring and purification system, Array sets a new standard for intelligent indoor air quality (IAQ) management. Elevated Air Control “Array redefines ind...

AeroBarrier’s X1 sealant is GreenGuard Gold Certified – guaranteeing Ultra-Low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and is completely safe for schools, hospitals, and the home. GreenGuard is a standard from UL Environment, an independent institution that scientifically measures environmentally safe indoor air quality, and strives to “Protect human health and quality of life by establishing standards and certification programs to reduce exposure to chemicals and to improve in...

Winters in Buffalo Grove, IL, can be long and freezing, so having a good heating system is a must. Many homes use forced-air heating, but these systems can spread dust, allergens, and other particles through the air. If anyone or their family member has allergies or asthma, they might be looking for a better way to heat their home. Radiant heating is a great option because it keeps residents warm, while also improving indoor air quality. Radiant heating Radiant heating works differently fro...

San Diego-based Solatube Home, the residential division of Solatube International Inc., the award-winning globally renowned manufacturer of tubular skylights and home ventilations systems, is making it easier than ever for Phoenix Metro homeowners to brighten their homes with natural light and improve indoor air circulation — while improving energy efficiency.  Unlike traditional skylights that can cause glare and heat buildup, Solatube tubular skylights use advanced optics to captur...

Lennox EMEA is taking cooling performance to the next level by introducing a new range of computer room air handling units (CRAH) designed specifically for high-performance Data Center applications.  The new CRAH-ApX Series, complete with adaptable design for tailored data center needs, provides hyperscale and co-location facilities with unparalleled cooling performance, efficiency and reliability. Advanced cooling solutions Hyperscale data centers are large business-critical facilities...

Leap Partners, one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing home service companies, is strengthening its presence in North Carolina with the acquisition of Greensboro-based Master Plumbers Heating and Cooling.  This strategic expansion builds on Leap Partners’ growing presence in the state, following its 2023 acquisition of Premier Indoor Comfort Systems in western North Carolina.    Shared Values, Stronger Together “We are thrilled to welcome Master Plumbers Heatin...

Energy efficiency and sustainability are currently the most pressing priorities on the European and global HVAC/R market. At ISH 2025, CAREL will be presenting solutions for heat generation and indoor air quality. Adopting advanced technologies helps optimize system performance, reduce energy consumption and simplify management, while ensuring the highest reliability and compliance with the latest regulations. Efficiency and sustainability in heat generation CAREL offers a full ecosystem of t...

Ciright, the trailblazer in custom software solution for applied systems, has been selected by XNRGY, a pioneer in energy-efficient commercial HVAC systems, to enable a revolutionary sale automation and selection software rendering digital twins within digital showroom across the "Industrial Metaverse." This innovative venture is set to transform how climate systems are designed, selected, and commissioned, merging Ciright’s advanced digital technology with XNRGY’s industry-pioneeri...

From 17 to 21 March 2025, CAREL will be exhibiting at ISH 2025, stand A61, hall 8, with the aim of continuing to promote not only energy efficiency and reductions in emissions, but also smart building management and technological innovation, through the proposal of innovative, high-performance tools for a more sustainable future. Heat pumps are a key element in reducing CO2 emissions in residential heating systems. CAREL offers an integrated system of advanced controllers, high-effici...

Marley Engineered Products (MEP), LLC., a choice for electric comfort heating and ventilation systems, proudly announces the unveiling of its new brand identity. This refresh aligns Marley Engineered Products more closely with its parent company, SPX Technologies Inc., reinforcing the brand's commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for a changing world. innovative heating technologies The rebranding initiative for Marley Engineered Products, featuring a new logo that harmon...

Organic Heat Exchangers (O-Hx) has secured a letter of intent from Organon Pharma (UK) to demonstrate the benefits of its patented EnergiVault® system, a revolutionary cold thermal energy storage solution, at Organon’s manufacturing site in Cramlington, UK. This agreement marks an important step towards evaluating the system’s potential for wider application. EnergiVault® demonstration During a three-month trial period, O-Hx and Organon will collab...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced the appointment of Matthew Pine, president and CEO, of Xylem Inc. to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2025. Sustainability, innovation “Matthew will be a strong addition to our Board of Directors given his global leadership experience and proven track record of transformation in large industrial companies,” said Dave Regnery, chair and CEO of Trane Technologies. “His passion for sustainability, innovation, a...

JTW Advisors LLC announced that its client, Gator Air Conditioning, a premier provider of residential HVAC services in the Sarasota and Tampa regions, has been acquired by Del-Air Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, backed by Astara Capital Providers. JTW Advisors served as the exclusive investment banker to Gator Air Conditioning for the transaction. reputation and the desirability The sale of Gator Air Conditioning attracted significant interest from a highly competitive field of...

Danfoss Turbocor® is celebrating three decades of operation in 2025. Founded in 1995 in Australia by a group of engineers and later acquired by Danfoss as a wholly owned company, the organization has grown to 350 employees with operation centers in the U.S., Denmark, and China. Over 140,000 Turbocor compressors have been installed globally as more customers seek to lower their carbon emissions and energy consumption. magnetic-bearing compressor technology The company is the pioneer in the...

Distech Controls™ Inc., an innovative pioneer in intelligent buildings, will demonstrate how its technologies deliver smarter, safer, and greener buildings at AHR Expo 2025. AHR Expo (Orange County Center, Florida, from February 10-12, 2025) is the major event for HVACR professionals and visitors to Booth 781 will see Distech Controls’ innovative BMS software suite, controllers, and displays as well as its range of sensors and interfaces. They will also learn more about Distech Cont...

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...

The project named Dubai Walk is still in the early stages but looks very ambitious. It will consist of 6.500 km (roughly 4.000 miles) of walkways in total throughout Dubai.  It also involves developing 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses to enhance connectivity all as part of a larger effort to increase pedestrian mobility from 13% to 25% by 2040. walkways waterfront paths There will be scenic walkways waterfront paths rural and mountain trails and city walkways. They will link major...

Multi-Wing doesn’t just make fans, it reimagines them. With a freshly rebranded identity and future-focused approach, Multi-Wing is redefining axial fans to deliver unmatched performance and customization. Their innovations incorporate internal rotor motors built for tough environments and modular designs that combine impellers, motors, and drives. These features bring flexibility and precision to every solution. smarter, durable axial fans Supported by extensive expertise in aerodynami...

MSA Safety Incorporated, a global provider of gas and refrigerant analysis, detection, monitoring, and tracking solutions for the HVACR industry, is the most recent addition to the Eurovent Middle East membership base. Data-driven insight Driven by its mission of safety, MSA Safety, Inc., has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, playing an instrumental but crucial role in helping to protect workers and facility infrastructure around the world. The MSA Safety product portfoli...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been named to the JUST 100, ranking 6th overall. The annual list, led by JUST Capital and published in partnership with CNBC, recognizes America’s largest public companies that are doing right by workers, customers, communities, shareholders, and the environment. sustainability "We are honored to be recognized by JUST Capital as a global leader in sustainability, delivering value to stakeholders including customers, communities, a...