Air Handling Units News & Trends

As extreme weather continues to strain the nation’s electric grid, FERC Chairman Rich Glick and Jim Robb, President, and CEO of NERC, encouraged the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB) to convene a forum to identify solutions to the reliability challenges facing the nation’s natural gas system and bulk electric system. In their joint letter, Glick and Robb recommended that NAESB convene the forum, as outlined in one of the key recommendations from the FERC-NERC report on t...

Modine Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in technology in the HVAC industry, is dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) in K-12 schools. As part of that commitment, the company has developed a resource to help school facility managers discover and address their school’s IAQ needs. The IAQ Action Plan template was developed to help facility managers answer the White House’s Clean Indoor Air in Buildings challenge. Importance of IAQ &ld...

Panasonic is celebrating its Etherea Air Conditioners featuring nanoe X technology, reaching the shortlist in two categories of the RAC Cooling Awards 2022. Securing a finalist spot in the AC Product of the Year and the AC Innovation award categories, winners will be announced on 22nd September, 2022. Richard Bishop, the Head of Marketing for UK and Ireland for Panasonic commented, “Getting shortlisted in two categories is exciting news – we are delighted that the RAC Cooling Awar...

The latest generation of Toshiba’s flagship Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system, SHRM Advance, operates on lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) R-32 refrigerant. The combination of R-32’s lower GWP and reduced refrigerant charge enables SHRM Advance to deliver a significant reduction of up to 80% in equivalent carbon emissions. Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd (TCUK) is a joint venture between Toshiba Carrier Corporation and Carrier, which is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the provide...

Environmental health technology company - CASPR Technologies (CASPR Group) is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Matt Horine has joined CASPR Group in the capacity of the Chief Operating Officer. Matt Horine’s commercial operations experience includes scaling businesses and products across multiple industries including technology platforms and marketplaces, supply chain, security and building materials. Vast industry experience Matt Horine most recent...

An HVAC zone control system can help ensure that everyone in the family is comfortable. This is true even if residents need to maintain different temperatures in their home areas or zones. Atomatic Mechanical Services has provided consultations and installation for zoned heating and cooling for many years. With conventional furnaces and ductwork, air circulates through the air ducts and into each room until the thermostat reads the proper temperature. Before the heat is turned off, it can some...

GoodWe has developed a one-stop EcoSmart Home solution that is able to scale in size to meet changing home energy needs. Being a high-tech enterprise that specializes in clean energy conversion, power equipment, energy storage, and energy management, GoodWe has been keen on creating systems that actively generate and store clean energy, and allow users to safely power their homes, during the day, at night, and even when the grid is down. EcoSmart Home provides an eco-friendly system to redefine...

Ofgem has appointed Octopus Energy to take on supplying UKEIH’s 3000 domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers.  Funds that current and former domestic customers of the supplier have paid into their accounts will be protected, where they are in credit. Domestic customers will also be protected by the energy price cap with their new supplier.   Choosing another energy supplier  For existing UKEIH custome...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to introduce Stephen Finkel to their expanding team as Sales Manager for Western Europe.   In this role, Finkel will manage and support DriSteem agents in Western European countries, including those covering key markets such as Germany, Benelux, and the United Kingdom.  Finkel’s experience “I am excited to be working with DriSteem and l...

TruSens, the well-recognized in-home air purification solutions provider, continues to expand the clean air marketplace, with the introduction of the TruSens Performance Series Air Purifiers with Remote SensorPod Technology. The new Performance Series Z-7000 and Z-6000 are designed to eliminate 99.99% of airborne viruses and bacteria including Coronavirus (COVID-19), in larger commercial spaces up to 2,000 square feet. TruSens Performance Series Air Purifiers This portable new product line im...

The globally renowned mobile modular energy provider - Aggreko is pleased to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with entertainment company - Cirque du Soleil. Aggreko will support the world’s largest contemporary circus producer on a global scale at their Big Top shows, using their world-renowned mobile, temporary power supplies. mobile modular energy supplier The contract renewal sees Aggreko continue to be a key supplier for major Québec based organizations u...

Danfoss have signed agreement to divest the business in Russia and Belarus to the local management. With the closing of the transaction, Danfoss will no longer operate in Russia and Belarus. Due to the tragic war in Ukraine, Danfoss decided to exit Russia and Belarus on April 1, 2022. Danfoss announces that Danfoss has signed an agreement to divest its business to local management. Monitoring the situation With the closing of the transaction Danfoss will no longer operate in Russia and Belaru...

In the latest episode of the Stacey on IoT podcast, ranked by Listen Score in the top 0.5% most popular shows out of 2,874,390 podcasts globally, Johnson Controls Chief Technology Officer Vijay Sankaran discusses the transformation of the world’s buildings estate through the adoption of advanced technologies at scale. The podcast, led by technology sector opinion leader Stacey Higginbotham, a former senior writer at Fortune, sees a regular stream of industry leaders and pioneers sharing t...

Heat pumps are not only for residential applications, as many may assume. They can be an energy-efficient and economical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) alternative here in Canoga Park to the traditional HVAC systems the majority of commercial buildings use.  reducing energy costs  Many businesses trying to cut down on their energy costs, looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint as well, are looking for a heat pump to address this issue for them. Tassio Temp Co...

EDF Renewables UK is planning to develop a renewable energy project in Neath Port Talbot, near Crynant and Seven Sisters. The project – Hirfynydd Renewable Energy Park could have an installed capacity of 100 MW, enough green electricity for over 40,000 households. grid balancing services EDF Renewables UK is looking to develop a mix of technologies at the site, including a wind farm of up to seven turbines, a solar farm, and battery storage. Having a breadth of technologies increases t...

Heating systems are a standard home utility. But with constant use, even the most dependable of systems can fall into disrepair. To ensure they are running properly, users need to schedule regular system maintenance. For dependable heating repair in Vero Beach, FL, turn to Air Docs of the Treasure Coast. Here, they discuss some advantages of scheduling regular maintenance. Low repair costs  A significant benefit of regular heating maintenance is it helps reduce the number of re...

In June 2022, Sandometal was distinguished with the Corporate Merit Award during the Celebrations of the 25th anniversary of the elevation of Sobralinho to Vila. The award was delivered by the Treasurer of the Parish Council of Alverca do Ribatejo e Sobralinho, José Chumbo, and by the Executive Member, João Martins, to the representative and Chairman of the Board of Sandometal, Mr. Antonio Beirao. Corporate Merit Award for Sandometal It was with great pride that we received this...

When the L'lla Diagonal Shopping Center in Barcelona had an exacting range of requirements for its new primary air conditioner, Servoclima stepped up to the challenge with their SC | CTA horizontal air treatment units. SC | CTA range Servoclima provides a range of standard and bespoke units and is well-versed in adapting products to project requirements. The SC | CTA range offers robust and durable horizontal air treatment units, which cover a range of flows between 1,800 and 130,000 m3/h. Th...

The UK arm of one of the pioneering certification bodies is ready to meet the main challenges to the power, energy, and renewables sectors head-on as it plans for another three decades in business. West Midlands-headquartered AFNOR UK, which is celebrating its 30th birthday, works with clients across the UK to help ensure they comply with legislation as well as support them in their shift to net zero. transition to net-zero carbon Philip Daubeney, chairman of AFNOR UK, says that challeng...

Greenheck, the pioneer in engineering and manufacturing air movement, control, conditioning, and distribution equipment, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Founded by brothers - Bob and Bernie Greenheck upon returning home from World War II, the company started as a small sheet metal shop in Schofield, Wisconsin, USA. Niche in HVAC In its early days, Greenheck manufactured various metal products but soon found its niche in its first HVAC product, a powerless gravity ventilator. Currently, G...

As part of Danfoss’ controlled exit from Russia announced on April 1, 2022, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Armenia will become part of Turkey, Middle East, and Africa region as an independent Central Asia unit. This will take place with immediate effect. Working continues as usual Considering the effects of sanctions since the war in Ukraine started, supply chain disruptions, and other logistical challenges, Danfoss decided on April 1 to initiate a cont...

  Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the first winners of a new buildings' innovation award called OpenBlue Pioneers. Each OpenBlue Pioneer has proven instrumental in driving the future of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings; innovating with Johnson Controls AI-enabled OpenBlue technology to transform their spaces, businesses, and communities. In recognition, the winners have each been awarded a Blueprint of the Future Indu...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will invest approximately 2.2 billion Indian rupees, or 3.1 billion yen, in its subsidiary Mitsubishi Electric India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a new factory in India. Expected to start operations in December 2023, the new factory will manufacture inverters and other factory automation (FA) control system products, expanding the company’s capabilities to meet the growing demand in India. factory automation control system Mitsubishi Electric&...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has announced an update to Metasys, the company’s Building Automation System (BAS) that provides the foundation for fully optimized building management. Metasys 12.0 Metasys’ intuitive design integrates HVAC and non-HVAC systems into one platform for maximum operator efficiency. The Metasys 12.0 release is designed for fast troubleshooting in the field, to maintain the latest IT security and networ...

New construction builders are currently facing a plethora of challenges to their industry, including supply chain issues and rising costs, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the industry’s viable growth, these setbacks can often hinder any further development, forcing the builder market to search for benefits to pass to unit owners. experts in emergency HVAC repairs Enercare is the expert in this space to deliver products and solutions that benefit all parties. For starters,...

Human health and wellbeing are strongly linked to indoor air quality (IAQ), and as the pandemic carries on, monitoring and ensuring premium air quality in all indoor spaces is essential. In fact, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of improving IAQ, due to the fact that the virus is transmitted and can spread through the air. How can businesses of all kinds ensure clean indoor air now that restrictions have loosened and the expectation for good air quality has increased? Outdo...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced their newest product option, the XTP humidifier with an outdoor enclosure for wall/AHU installation projects.  XTP humidifier DriSteem’s new XTP humidifier with an outdoor enclosure was specifically designed for projects where desired electrode humidifiers and equipment must be located outdoors. This product line extension makes the DriSteem XTP one of t...

Since its founding in 2016, CASPR (Continuous Air & Surface Pathogen Reduction) Technologies has been a pioneer in smart environmental indoor technology for healthcare and other spaces. The company’s solutions work to ensure the air we breathe is the safest it can be, adding to the well-being and enhancing performance in the process. Its award-winning, patent-pending NCC™ technology proactively and continuously disinfects indoor air and surfaces at the molecular level. Applicat...

In most instances, when a duct cleaning technician arrives onsite at a job, the routine remains the same: unload a gasoline-powered air compressor from a vehicle, connect the necessary hoses and tools, and bring them into the space. Then, the technician will run a compressor to generate the proper level of air pressure and begin work. However, occasionally circumstances arise that may alter the process — such as jobs that require hundreds of feet of air hose, challenging access to ductwor...

To celebrate their technician’s skill and dedication, Total Comfort Solutions ran with the message of National HVAC Technician Day for an entire week, posting shout-outs and thanks to their technicians on social media, handing out gift baskets of peaches, and filming a thank-you video.  The video features messages of recognition from Director of Operations - Kelly Small, CFO - Rich Sweet, President - Todd Hyneman, and Director of Project Operations - Dean Rodgers, alongside foot...