Air Handling Units News & Trends

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association welcomes Michael McDavid and Clint Orr to its Board of Directors. Michael McDavid Michael holds Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) and Certified Ventilation Inspector (CVI) certifications As General Manager of Professional Abatement & Remediation Technologies (PART-LLC) in Fenton, MO, Michael McDavid has been in the HVAC system cleaning industry for nearly 20 yea...

Global climate innovator - Trane Technologies, through its strategic brand - Trane®, has joined forces with indoor air quality monitoring, reporting, and ventilation management company Aircuity® to provide automated, data-based indoor air quality monitoring and management solutions for building owners. energy efficiency The integrated Trane and Aircuity system, available in the United States of America (USA) and Canada, collects critical data about a building’s air quality and au...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, is pleased to announce the hiring of Tom Overs as vice president, residential business. Tom's experience  Before joining METUS, Overs spent 18 years with Lennox International and affiliated companies, serving in continually advancing roles including product manager, district manager, general manager, and vice president of Heatc...

Somerset powerhouse Hinkley Point B has been given permission to restart generating low-carbon energy. EDF has invested £3m over the past year in 2020 upgrading the Somerset plant while detailed assessments have been completed on the graphite in the nuclear reactors. On March 17, 2021, the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has given the green light to bring the plant back online. Power generation approval Peter Evans, Station Director of Hinkley Point B, said, “Our core pur...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), the provider of Zoned Comfort Solutions® and the foremost supplier of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heating and cooling systems, recently honored seven distributors with Diamond Service Group (DSG) Distributor of the Year Awards for outstanding performance. The Mitsubishi Electric DSG network comprises more than 300 technical service support professionals employed by distributors in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. DSG members ser...

Innovative active air purification technology, manufactured by globally renowned HVAC and IAQ technology solutions firm, RGF Environmental Group, Inc., has become the only commercial product validated by third-party testing to confirm actual airborne inactivation of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus by as much as 99.96%. active air purification technology Distributed and installed in the United Kingdom via renowned HVAC specialists, Better Indoors, the RGF active air purification technology was...

ROCKWOOL has unveiled a new HVAC Resource Hub to help designers and engineers select insulation products for HVAC settings. The online area features a wealth of technical literature, CPD learning modules and useful specification calculators helping users balance air quality versus thermal, acoustic and fire performance. HVAC Resource Hub Within the new HVAC Resource Hub, which can be accessed on the company’s official website, specifiers will find a comprehensive suite of tools to help o...

The launch of the lower GWP R-32 VRV 5 system marked an important step in the company’s roadmap to reduce CO2 emissions in light commercial and residential air-conditioning applications. Daikin reveals how its advanced Shîrudo technology supports the full flexibility of VRV and ensures compliance with the product-specific standards. There are two key standards governing the use of refrigerants in heat pumps; the generic EN378:2016 and the specific IEC60335-2-40:Ed.6. Given that IEC6...

American Coolair Corp. introduces its mixed flow fan with a direct drive motor. The MXFD combines the high volume flow capabilities of an axial fan and the pressure capabilities of a centrifugal fan. Designed to meet ducted fan needs both economically and efficiently, these fans operate reliably in most environments, including contaminated air. Combined with a VFD, variable frequency drive, the speed of the fan can be changed to match the performance required. less maintenance, long life...

Most homes built in the United States are designed with vented attics. But why do attics need ventilation? Users might be surprised to learn that a properly ventilated attic does a lot more than let a little air in and out. No matter, if the user lives in Florida, Minnesota, a new home, or an old one, a properly ventilated attic, is a must. Here are three convincing reasons why. Cuts Energy Costs In warm climates or during the summer months, excess heat builds up in the attic. On a 9...

Underfloor air conditioning systems and HVAC systems pioneer, AET Flexible Space, has announced that the company won the title of ‘Retrofit Project of the Year’, at the H&V News Awards 2020, for its work supplying its HVAC system for the refurbishment of the 24 St James Square building, in London, United Kingdom. Underfloor AC system installation The judges commented that the project was ‘an innovative use of building services, which addressed the challenge of a historic...

Humidity is the number of water molecules in the air around. Humidity level influences health. The average indoor humidity norm in summer is about 60% and in winter is about 40%. Scientists' researches show that the humidity level outdoors is not always in these norms and cannot control that. But as we spent at least 12 hours per day at home, we should monitor indoor air humidity.  Why is it essential to control humidity?  If indoor humidity falls below this mark in the hot season,...

R-22 is a poisonous gas. It is colorless, odorless, which makes it even more dangerous for human beings. The intoxication with such gas can badly affect the heart, liver, and lungs. It also can cause convulsions. If this gas is heated, the more dangerous chemical gases are produced. One of such gases, phosgene, was used in WWI as a chemical weapon. R-22 is also known as Freon. It was used in conditioners, fridges, and cars. This gas’ mass production is believed to be one of the Global War...

Eurovent Product Group Air Handling Units’ (PG-AHU) has published the first edition of Eurovent Recommendation 6/15 – Air Leakages in Air Handling Units. The recommendation presents guidelines for improving Indoor Air Quality and correcting the performance of Air Handling Units due to internal leakages. Eurovent Recommendation 6/15 is the first comprehensive publication that gives an in-depth overview of the issue of air leakages in Air Handling Units, including: Explanation of l...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has announced that it has joined The Climate Pledge, a commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism. Signatories of The Climate Pledge commit to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of the goal set out in the United Nations' Paris Climate Agreement. The Climate Pledge Johnson Controls is one of 53 organizations that have now signed The Climate Pledge and the mov...

Innovative home appliances, consumer electronics, solar panels and HVAC technologies from LG Electronics are delivering high performance, unparalleled home connectivity, enhanced convenience, and energy efficiency to The New American Home (TNAH) and The New American Remodel (TNAR), the official show homes of the 2021 International Builders' Show virtual experience (IBSx). The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) chose LG as Platinum Partner for the show's two featured "Net Zero" homes i...

Moffitt Corporation has announced that they are ready to launch three new products into the industrial and commercial marketplace. These products complement the Moffitt message of Natural Ventilation Solutions, as they each promote a better work environment, by reducing temperatures, reducing the need for maintenance, and reducing the roof load on customers’ buildings. These products were developed by listening to customer feedback and through a focus on manufacturing sophistication. Mat...

Motili, a globally renowned provider of property and HVAC technology solutions, has announced that effective immediately the company will begin offering Clean Comfort Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) products with every installation and repair job at multi-family, tenant-occupied properties. Clean Comfort IAQ products Motili’s decision to offer Clean Comfort IAQ products is in response to growing industry need. Tenant demand for indoor air quality purification and products has increased signific...

Some people don’t know that poor indoor air quality can be dangerous to their health. However, the reality is that indoor air can contain harmful contaminants that lead to health problems. Fragrances, pet dander, household cleaners, and dust are some examples of indoor pollutants that often appear when a home air quality test is performed. Improving indoor air quality (IAQ) Since people spend most of their time indoors, it would be wise to keep the indoor air clean for a comfortable envi...

High rise buildings and skyscrapers increasingly dominate skylines all over the world; London for example has around 450 skyscrapers planned for the next few years. They have the ability to spearhead regeneration and provide inspiration through changing the focal nature of a skyline. In this article, AET Flexible Space discusses the merits of adopting underfloor air conditioning in tall buildings, drawing from examples from Hong Kong and China. Maintaining Design balance  The term &ldquo...

The Transport Salaried Staff’s Association (TSSA) have just completed a fit-out of their new headquarters space on the second floor of 17 Devonshire Square, London. The 22,461 sq. ft. building is located in a prominent corner position within the square, and was fully refurbished with underfloor air conditioning to overcome severe slab to slab restrictions as part of major “cut and carve” works in early 2017. State Of The Art Services The building, described as a subtle blend...

One of the leading providers of underfloor air conditioning systems, AET Flexible Space, has won their first order from Australia, for the supply of their leading underfloor air conditioning equipment for the new build development of the Warilla Library located in the Wollongong area of New South Wales, Australia. The new build library with upgraded facilities was proposed as part of the Shellharbour Council Libraries & Museum Strategy 2014. The existing facility was constructed in 196...

The six-floor property offers both retail and office accommodation and was acquired by Royal London Asset Management from Development Securities for £8.85million. The 16,311 sq. ft. building has been stripped back to the core and undergone a full redevelopment, including redesigned windows and a vibrant new green brick façade to grant more architectural definition and visual interest from the street. M&E Consultant, MTT specified the mechanical services design for the refurbis...

Ofgem has appointed EDF to take on supplying Green Network Energy’s approximately 360,000 domestic customers and a small number of non-domestic customers. It has appointed British Gas Evolve, a trading name of British Gas Trading Ltd, to take on supplying Simplicity Energy's approximately 50,000 domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers. competitive tariff EDF and British Gas Evolve are offeri...

Johnson Controls, the front-runner for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced new Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments, science-based targets as well as a net zero carbon pledge to support a healthy, more sustainable planet over the next two decades. The company’s and customers’ emissions reduction will be driven by Johnson Controls’ OpenBlue technologies and innovations which leverage big data and artificial intelligence to optimize buildings s...

Facilio, an AI-driven property operations platform, and Italy-based Evogy, a digital energy service provider specializing in the Energy-as-a-Service model, announced a strategic partnership to deliver IoT-led solutions and services to drive sustainability and improve operational efficiency for real estate portfolios. Commenting on the partnership, Stefano Zanin of Evogy, CTO, and Co-Founder, stressed the need for a proactive response to climate change and adherence to sustainability, in real es...

Are users finding that certain rooms in the home are colder in the winter or hotter in the summer than the rest of the home? Are users wondering how to reduce the home energy bill? Now that the family is spending more time at home, are users looking for ways to improve the comfort of the home? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, investing in the energy efficiency of the home would be an excellent investment. These types of investments can provide extensive cost savings every year fo...

Singapore can save massive amounts of energy by modernizing its existing building mass. Between 30 and 40 percent is a realistic possibility. And Danfoss’ new Smart Buildings Training Center in Singapore is busy paving the way for the change to happen. Since the opening late last year, more than 30 consultants, contractors, and installers have already participated in trainings here. Johnny Lim, Mechanical, Engineering & Plumbing Consultant at Surbana Jurong, one of Singapore’s...

Stand outdoors on one of those days when the weather feels perfect, take a few deep breaths, and enjoy the fresh air. Later, take another deep breath—only inside California home. How does it compare? Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at Los Angeles home or business makes sense on so many levels. Consider health, comfort, and household budget. It’s hard to imagine a more important investment than improving the air users breathe! At Tassio Temp Control, they specialize in heating...

Among companies in Japan, Panasonic is well-known for its long-term commitment to environmental sustainability. This commitment is underlined by Panasonic Corporation’s Founder, Konosuke Matsushita's belief that ‘a company is a public entity of society’. It would be nonsensical for industrial activities to wreak havoc on the environment and as a result, detract from people's happiness. The founder's philosophy continues to live on. Panasonic Environment Vision 2050 In June 2...