Air Handling Units News & Trends

Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, has been named to the Fortune magazine World’s Most Admired Companies list for the tenth consecutive year. “We’re very proud of this significant honor,” said Dave Regnery, Chair and CEO of Trane Technologies, adding “Every day, our people around the world bring our purpose to life by boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.” improves indoor air quality “Our innovati...

Even though users cannot see it, the home’s air is a part of the comfort and health. Maximizing the air quality in the home can lead to a healthier and more comfortable daily life. Air cleaners or purifiers can help boost the home’s air. Filters as part of the furnace is one way that users can improve the air quality. They can grab and hold bits of dust, dirt and other tiny floating things. UV-Light air purifiers take this air scrubbing to another level. Let’s look at how the...

The GLO UV-C disinfection upper-room fixture series from UV Resources now includes two new open-style luminaries designed to irradiate and inactivate airborne pathogens in occupied spaces with high ceilings (12-feet and taller). The GLO ‘open’ fixtures for tall spaces direct UV energy upward and outward to create an intense zone of ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) or UV-C in the upper air. At the same time, occupants can safely go about their business in the lower portion o...

Rheem is connecting industry professionals with leading product lines and expert engineers across its family of brands, including the Rheem Air and Water Divisions, Ruud, Raypak, HTPG, and Eemax. Together they will showcase an array of innovative, reliable, sustainable, and efficient product solutions ideal for both commercial and residential applications.  Company leaders and knowledgeable product experts will share insights on Rheem’s ‘Greater Degree of Good’ sustainabi...

NIBCO Inc. has announced the release of its PVC Termination Vent Screens (#4818-SCRN) for high efficiency appliance lines, in residential construction. The new vent screens prevent wildlife, leaves and debris from blocking PVC exhaust vent pipes. PVC Termination Vent Screens Available in 2", 3" and 4" diameter sizes, the vent screens are easy to install by push or interference fit with PVC or ABS sockets. No solvent cement or glue is required for installation. Marilyn Morgan, the Senior Produ...

Panasonic worked with experienced HVAC installer, CER Inst Ltd, and with John Hazelton, CER Managing Director to provide the ideal energy-efficient HVAC solution to these prestigious stores. The project design featured the use of a range of Panasonic cutting edge technology to overcome resistance from the incumbent product provided by a UK Manufacturer. Four Panasonic ECOi 3-pipe VRF units were incorporated into the design at Lakeside (totally capacity of the project was 195kW) and three ECOi 2...

Airedale, the critical cooling specialists, announces the forthcoming launch of four ground-breaking data center cooling solutions, all to be unveiled at their virtual Cooling Innovation Day event, to be held on 1st February 2022. During this free-to-attend online event, the four new cooling solutions will be exclusively revealed and senior members of the Airedale team will take part in a Q&A to discuss the offers. Prior to the unveiling, a high-profile industry panel discussion will take p...

Is it known that the steel oil drum has been almost unchanged since its invention in 1901? Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, also known as Nellie Bly, made the first usable and practical oil drum to carry crude oil. The universal 55-gallon drum is the storage container choice of industries worldwide for almost every liquid except crude oil. They are easy to fill, stack, store, and ship. But, sometimes, they aren’t so easy to empty. Barrels containing high viscosity liquids need a little hea...

Danfoss Power Solutions (DPS) is establishing a stand-alone business unit, White Drive Motors & Steering, and is preparing an immediate sale of the business unit. This is a necessary step to get the regulatory approvals needed to close the Eaton Hydraulics acquisition. Since Danfoss announced the acquisition of Eaton Hydraulics, the transaction has been subject to the usual closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Danfoss is now establishing and preparing to sell a business unit - White...

A renowned Missouri company has introduced the first major innovation in HVAC in nearly a 100 years, The Cocoon system. The Cocoon system, developed by Cocoon Revolution by Thermasi, relies on thermal mass heat, powered by economical electricity, in order to produce cost-effective warmth, without the safety risks and environmental concerns of natural or propane gas. The Cocoon system Named after nature’s ultimate warm and safe place, the Cocoon system is made in the USA Named after nat...

Munters has acquired EDPAC, an Ireland-based manufacturer of data center cooling equipment and air handling systems for a purchase price of MEUR 29. The acquisition is part of Munters' strategy to grow in the prioritized data center segment. Munters is a pioneer of energy-efficient data center cooling solutions in North America and strengthens its presence in Europe through the acquisition. About EDPAC EDPAC reported net sales of MEUR 17 and an adjusted EBITDA of MEUR 1.7 in the financia...

Eurovent announced that the globally renowned association has welcomed Deltrian (Deltrian International), a Belgian manufacturer of air filtration systems, as its newest Corresponding Member. The membership for Deltrian was formally approved during a meeting of the Eurovent Board of Directors in December 2021. New Eurovent member, Deltrian International Founded in 1967, Deltrian International has expertise in air quality management in various fields Founded in 1967, Deltrian International ha...

Ruskin has announced the release of the new EME620DD and BLD723 louvers, which are wind-driven rain AMCA certified louvers, made for exceptional protection against water, air, and wind penetration. EME620DD louver The EME620DD louver from Ruskin is a newly designed, 6" deep, horizontally bladed louver, which is specially designed for building applications that require wind driven rain protections. BLD723 bold line drainable louver Ideal for architects, who want to make a design statement, th...

Senseware has announced that Boston Properties, Inc. (BXP), the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of Class A office properties in the United States, has selected Senseware’s technology solution to implement real-time Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitoring across BXP's portfolio as part of its healthy building strategy. Data-driven approach to operations Doug Linde, President of Boston Properties, Inc. (BXP), said “As a leader in sustainable and healthy property dev...

Marston Holdings, the United Kingdom’s renowned provider of integrated, technology-enabled transport solutions, has announced its acquisition of Vortex IoT Limited (Vortex), supplier of environmental sensors, networks and data solutions that support improved air quality and decarbonization initiatives. Marston Holdings supports government, utilities and private sector clients through the delivery of market renowned integrated technology-enabled solutions, from design through to implementa...

Environmental health technology company, CASPR Group is pleased to announce Jon Zucker as its President. Jon Zucker joined the CASPR Group in late 2021. Jon Zucker’s goal is to guide CASPR Group into a scalable, sustainable company, as it manages increased demand for its proprietary Natural Catalytic Conversion (NCC) technology. The company’s solutions provide healthier indoor air and surface environments, across industries, including healthcare, education, transportation, and comme...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart and sustainable buildings announced it has been named among the world's 100 most sustainable corporations in the 2022 Global 100 ranking by Corporate Knights. It is the eighth time Johnson Controls has received this honor. The company ranked first out of 26 in its Corporate Knights peer group for HVAC equipment manufacturing and first out of 74 in its industry group for Building Products. Johnson Controls jumped to 12th in the overall ran...

Kanomax USA will be exhibiting at AHR Expo 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada from Jan 31 to Feb 02, 2022!  The AHR Expo provides a unique forum where manufacturers of all sizes and specialties come together to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. The AHR Expo Since 1930, the AHR Expo has remained the industry’s best place for OEMs, engineers, contractors, technicians, facility operators, architects, educators, and other industry professionals to explore the latest trend...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of OpenBlue Indoor Air Quality as a service. The new offering is the first dedicated “as-a-service" Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) solution for buildings, delivering energy-efficient, turnkey clean air outcomes with an innovative financing model. Healthy building strategy “Johnson Controls believes the best healthy buildings strategy is a holistic one,” said Ganesh Ramaswamy, vic...

ActivePure, the globally renowned company in 24/7 surface and air purification technology, will attend and exhibit at the 2022 International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition - AHR Expo 2022, the essential event for HVACR. The AHR Expo 2022 event is co-sponsored by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the Air-Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and is held concurrently with ASHRAE’s Winter Con...

Carrier Corporation will showcase the latest products and services from across its global HVAC product portfolio, including building automation, digital solutions and its Healthy Buildings Program, at AHR Expo 2022, taking place in Las Vegas from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, 2022. Carrier at AHR Expo 2022 Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the renowned global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. “We are excited to display our inno...

CIAT UK is rolling out its automated indoor air quality (IAQ) system Epure® Dynamics for use in hospitality venues, offering hotels, restaurants and pubs enhanced levels of protection as they welcome back customers. The Epure Dynamic IAQ control system is available on CIAT fan coil units and ducted units and is part of #CIAT4life, a campaign to increase awareness of CIAT’s range of advanced IAQ  solutions and services. CIAT is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provid...

It can be difficult to keep warm indoors during the colder months of the year. However, there are some ways to stay nice and warm even when things are chilly outside. Air Docs Heating & Cooling is the pioneer in heating repair in Fellsmere, Florida, USA. Following are some helpful tips to help users stay warm. Install an efficient furnace An efficient furnace is a must during the cold months of the year. By availing of a heating installation service from a reputable heating and cool...

The second unit using China’s home-grown third-generation nuclear power technology 'HPR1000' has begun generating electricity. The major parts of the unit were developed by DEC. The 1,161 MW unit in the city of Fuqing, East China’s Fujian province, is expected to generate nearly 10 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, equivalent to a reduction of 3.12 million tons of standard coal consumption and 8.16 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions.  

When Airxchange® was founded 40 years ago, the Massachusetts-based company set out to develop a product that improved HVAC efficiency while simultaneously allowing building owners to increase ventilation. Now, in the midst of a global pandemic, that longstanding mission is more relevant than ever. As the leading provider of energy recovery wheels – the workhorse of an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) – Airxchange® has developed a range of products that make it affordable to...

Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, has been named one of America’s Most JUST Companies for the fifth consecutive year, and a member of the JUST 100 by JUST Capital. Trane Technologies ranked second among companies in the building materials & packaging industry and moved up 67 spots overall since the previous year for its outstanding commitments to its employees, community, and the environment. JUST Capital JUST Capital is a not-for-profit that does comprehensiv...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has announced that it has partnered with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Together, Johnson Controls and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America will strive to improve health outcomes for families managing asthma and allergies, by raising awareness of the connection between indoor air quality (IAQ) and health. Importance of well-managed indoor environments Well-managed indoo...

In recent years, employers have come up with an array of office perks and benefits to attract workers and keep them happy. While free snacks and beverages are a nice perk and unlimited vacation days sounds nice too, a healthy work environment is what workers need most. That includes the air needed to breathe. About three percent of the air an occupant in the average office building breathes in consists of air exhaled by other people. This is why workplace air quality is important, especially du...

Fresco Genius is the first fully integrated aftermarket parking air conditioner, made to provide maximum comfort using the vehicle’s original ventilation system with the engine off. It interfaces with the electronics of the vehicle and does not require modifications to the cabin or the hatch, ensuring a cooling capacity of 2800 W in max A/C. Fresco Genius is now available for most commercial vehicles on the market.

Eurovent extends its warm welcome to its newest member Vertiv. It is one of the providers of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions. Vertiv solves the most important challenges faced by data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling, and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Thermal management solutions The company is a provider of high-performance th...