Air Ventilation News & Trends

Electrolux Group is three years ahead of plan. In 2018, the company was among the first 100 companies to set its global science-based climate target and is now one of the first to meet it. This is just one of the highlights from the Electrolux Group Sustainability Report 2022. Electrolux Group has reduced its absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions (direct and indirect in operations) by 82%, compared to 2015 – going beyond its 2025 target of 80%. Electrolux Group Sustainability R...

ABB’s production hub in Xiamen has become a flagship site for sustainable manufacturing and is paving the way to a clean energy future in China, with its scalable blueprint for success, which uses ground-breaking new energy monitoring systems combined with on-site renewable energy generation and storage for impressive emission and cost reductions. China is aiming to hit peak emissions before 2030 and reach carbon neutrality by 2060. To make this net zero energy transition a reality, colla...

11 Madison Avenue, an Art Deco marvel located in Manhattan’s Midtown South neighborhood, has for more than 70 years stood for the finest in New York architecture and innovation, while reflecting the city’s dynamic evolution and reinvention. SL Green Realty, which owns 11 Madison Avenue, is a pioneer in building sustainability. Among the company’s sustainability initiatives was installing an energy-efficient system that would cool the building, while continuing to decrease gree...

Trane - by Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator - and the City of Alton, Illinois have entered into an agreement for a comprehensive energy and infrastructure upgrade on all five City facilities. Trane collaborated with a City of Alton project team to identify opportunities that support the City’s sustainability focus and energy reduction goals. Trane offers Comprehensive HVAC Upgrades Planned upgrades include replacing the outdated HVAC systems in the City Hall, public w...

Eurovent India invites senior consultants and key industry stakeholders to an expert workshop on energy efficient IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) solutions. It will take place on 12 April 2023, 16:00-21:00h in New Delhi, India and will conclude with a networking dinner. The workshop is organized by Eurovent’s local Indian Working Group comprised of major HVACR companies active and manufacturing in India. Eurovent workshop on energy efficient IAQ solutions Aside from technical topics related to...

Facility managers understand that ventilation plays a critical role in maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ), especially in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals. Ventilation in hospitals is the process of exchanging indoor air with outdoor air, in order to improve the quality of indoor air. It is essential to maintain adequate air change rates, so as to ensure a healthy indoor environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Importance of Good Ventilation Explained below are three main point...

The thermostat is one of the most important components of the home’s HVAC system, and it’s essential for maintaining comfortable temperatures year-round. But how long should a thermostat last? It’s not always easy to answer this question, as it will depend on the type of thermostat users have and how well they maintain it. Atomatic Mechanical Services, Inc. discusses the average life expectancy for a thermostat and some signs that the thermostat should be replaced. On average...

Installing a whole-house UV air cleaner is an excellent way to combat allergens and reduce indoor air pollution. Atomatic Mechanical Services, Inc. will explain what whole-house UV air cleaners are, how they work, and who would benefit the most from having one installed. A whole-house UV air cleaner is an HVAC system add-on that uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, mold, and other particles in the air. These systems install directly into the AC unit or furnace and use germicidal UV-...

For those who are looking to replace or upgrade their HVAC system, they’re in luck as there are new tax credits available that can help them save quite a bit. These tax credits were created as part of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. They allow property owners to get up to a few thousand dollars back, when they purchase and install a new qualifying heat pump, air conditioner, furnace, or biomass boiler. The tax credits also cover certain high-efficiency appliances or appliances that have...

Research shows that businesses around the world remain concerned about the impacts of energy security and prices, which could be a catalyst for a range of environmental, social and economic ripple effects. According to ABB Electrification’s Energy Insights survey of 2,300 leaders from small and large businesses across a range of sectors, 92 percent of respondents feel that the continuing instability of energy is threatening their profitability and competitiveness. Energy costs and insecu...

International technology specialist ebm-papst is putting its trust in the expert consultancy services offered by Bosch Climate Solutions as it develops a climate neutrality strategy. Analyzing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions  Over a period of around five months, the two companies worked together to analyze the energy needs of the ebm-papst Group’s international sites and draw up a roadmap for reducing emissions by over 47,000 metric tons of CO2 in Scopes 1 and 2, in other words, direct...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, will host SPARK, the ultimate training and networking event for contractors in Savannah, Georgia, in 2024. SPARK 2024, the third installment of the annual event, gives service professionals a unique opportunity to connect with colleagues and industry experts and recharge their businesses. SPARK 2024 will feature keynote presentations, business development sessions, breako...

Finally, building managers can put away the complicated spreadsheets, and use a single digital dashboard to assess carbon footprints, set targets, and manage and track emissions. Johnson Controls (JCI), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, sustainable buildings, announces Johnson Controls OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor, which uses digitally automated data collection and analytics to manage and track scope 1 and 2 emissions and assist building owners in reporting for certification and co...

Finally, building managers can put away complicated spreadsheets, and use a single digital dashboard to assess carbon footprints, set targets, and manage and track emissions. OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, sustainable buildings, announces Johnson Controls OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor, which uses digitally automated data collection and analytics to manage and track scope 1 and 2 emissions and assist building owners in reporting for certification...

At ISH 2023, to be held in Frankfurt from 13 to 17 March, CAREL will be participating for the first time ever as a Group, presenting a global HVAC offering together with Group companies Enginia, HygroMatik, Klingenburg, and Recuperator. Sustainable solutions On show will be a complete range of innovative and sustainable solutions to improve indoor air quality, increase performance and reduce energy consumption. The primary objective is to guarantee correct air recirculation, as well as to co...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched Connect Box, an open and easy-to-use IoT solution designed to manage small to medium-sized buildings. User-friendly approach The latest addition to the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, Connect Box is a user-friendly approach for monitoring building performance, with the potential to optimize energy efficiency by up to 30 percent and to substantially improve indoor air quality in small to medium-sized buildings such as schools, retail shops, apartments o...

DENSO Corporation and DENSO Fukushima Corporation have announced that they will start a demonstration project at DENSO Fukushima in March 2023, in order to produce and use green hydrogen at its plant, in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation, as part of the initiative to realize carbon-neutral manufacturing. Through the demonstration project, the two companies aim to build a model of local production for local consumption of hydrogen and realize carbon-neutral plant. Under the slogan...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a renowned global provider of home comfort and security solutions and distributor of commercial and residential security and audio-visual products, announced it has completed the acquisition of privately held distributor BTX Technologies, Inc. ("BTX"), based in Hawthorne, New York, USA. Founded in 1967, BTX Technologies, Inc. is a major distributor of professional audio, video, data communications and broadcast equipment. Additionally, BTX offers a private brand port...

AGronomic IQ is a globally renowned company that builds all-in-one grow room HVAC systems to deliver precise temperature and humidity control with exceptional energy efficiency. Servicing the commercial cannabis grower industry, the Ottawa-based manufacturer, which also operates from a 150,000-square-foot facility in Montreal, has been a flag-bearer for energy efficiency from the get-go. Agronomic IQ opts for A readily applicable solution When supply chain constraints forced Agronomic IQ to s...

Commercial building facility and energy managers have the option of a powerful new tool to analyze building usage and emissions with the launch of the ABB Ability™ Building Analyzer. The new digital solution provides comprehensive and actionable insights that can deliver cost reductions, improved energy efficiency, time savings, and increased comfort, allowing users to make critical steps on their building decarbonization journey. intuitive and accessible digital tool Beth Ray, Head o...

HVAC & Refrigeration Live (HVACR Live), the UK’s only dedicated national exhibition for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration sectors will take place from 18 to 19 April 2023 at London Excel. HVACR Live comes at a time when trade shows are seeing a resurgence in the post-COVID and post-Brexit world. European manufacturers are keen to consolidate their presence in the UK while those from further afield see the opportunity to make new trade deals directly with UK...

Eurovent India will be at ACREX India 2023, an exhibition which is scheduled to take place from March 14 to March 16, 2023, for air conditioning, heating, ventilation and intelligent buildings, focused on advancements in the HVAC sector technology with exhibitors from more than 40 countries. Eurovent’s Vanshaj Kaul (Director India) and Markus Lattner (International Director) will be at the exhibition. Attendees can request a meeting with them by simply sending them an email or calling the...

The CAREL Industries S.p.A. Board of Directors has approved the consolidated results as of 31 December 2022. Consolidated revenues came to € 544.9 million: an increase of 29.6%. Financial highlights of CAREL: Consolidated revenues of € 544.9 million, +29.6% compared 2021 (+26.5% at constant exchange rates). Consolidated EBITDA of € 111.7 million (€ 7.5 million from the change in the scope of consolidation due to several acquisitions), +31% compared to 2021. Consolidate...

Employment of HVAC mechanics and installers is projected to grow five percent from 2021 to 2031 with more than 20,000 job openings estimated each year on average over the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Despite the vast opportunity and ongoing skilled trades labor shortage, women remain significantly underrepresented only making up 2.3% of HVAC mechanics and installers in 2022. diverse and inclusive team Johnson Controls is actively working to increase the number of...

Jobber, the provider of operations management software for home service businesses announced that Jobber Grants, designed to recognize home service excellence and spotlight the work of small home service businesses across the U.S. and Canada, is now accepting applications through June 8, 2023. Twenty-five businesses will be awarded grants totaling $150,000 USD. Finalists will be announced in August 2023.  Application criteria Home service professionals, ranging from aspiring to experienc...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, launched the newest development in the Choice line of commercial rooftop units (RTUs) available from Johnson Controls®, YORK® and TempMaster®. The 12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs surpass aggressive Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 efficiency standards by 6-45%, depending on the efficiency level, while maintaining an economical advantage. Available in high-efficiency, ultra-high-efficiency and heat pump models, Choice...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has launched the newest development in the Choice line of commercial rooftop units (RTUs) available from Johnson Controls®, YORK® and TempMaster®. The 12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs (rooftop units) surpass aggressive Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 efficiency standards by 6-45%, depending on the efficiency level, while maintaining an economical advantage. New product line of Choice RTUs We've ele...

Eurovent will participate at Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023, a trade fair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning in Poland, which is taking place from March 1 to March 3, 2023. The fair presents HVAC manufacturers who will be showcasing heating systems, heat pumps and heat exchangers, refrigeration systems and measurement technologies. Eurovent to participate in Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023 Igor Sikonczyk will be present at the Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023 trade fair Igor Sikonczyk, Eurovent’s Senior T...

EBRS government scheme will provide energy bill relief for all non-domestic customers in Great Britain, with discounts applying initially for the period between 1 October 2022 and 31 March 2023, after which further support will be subject to a review by HM Government. Eligibility Those eligible for the EBRS include: Businesses. Voluntary sector organizations, such as charities. Public sector organizations such as schools, hospitals, and care homes. Who are: On existing fixed price c...

DRI-STEEM Corporation, the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to announce the addition of Adiatec® ultrasonic humidifiers to their evaporative cooling and humidification product line. Adiatec ultrasonic humidifier The DriSteem Adiatec ultrasonic humidifier uses high-frequency oscillating piezoelectric transducers to agitate the water, causing it to develop into very small droplets of mist. This fine mist is carried out of th...