Components News & Trends

The new Contain-Air solution from FPS Air Compressors will transform the way companies gain quick and economic access to compressed air systems. As a turnkey product, the ground-breaking Contain‑Air portable compressed air room arrives on-site pre-installed and ready to use, providing unparalleled convenience, cost reductions and space savings to boost the competitiveness of UK businesses. Adopting Contain-Air avoids the complex installation, high costs and considerable space demands...

Danfoss is pleased to announce its participation at Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024, taking place from March 12-15 in Milan, Italy. Under the theme ‘Shift your perspective’, Danfoss will encourage attendees to take a fresh look at how they decarbonize and see how proven technologies can help them accelerate the progress towards carbon neutrality. Danfoss will also showcase its newest technologies for heat pumps and chillers that help buildings, industries and communities decr...

CAREL’s participation at MCE 2024 CAREL will coincide with the presentation of two innovative new products for the residential heat pump market. Heat pumps are a fundamental element in the decarbonization of the residential heating sector, helping reduce CO2 emissions. The constant growth in sales of heat pumps in Europe and the United States demonstrates the increasing importance of this technology in the HVAC industry. Heat pump refrigerant circuits To address the emerging challe...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Evaporative Cooling Equipment’ (PG-CT) has released its third version of Recommendation 9/11–2023: Application of Machinery Safety Regulation for cooling towers.  It outlines the elements composed in machinery and their importance. Eurovent 9/11 Recommendation The Eurovent 9/11 Recommendation is to be used as a guideline by the manufacturers The Eurovent 9/11 Recommendation is to be used as a guideline by the manufacturers of cooling towers,...

Victaulic, the US-headquartered expert in mechanical pipe joining systems, is set to exhibit its comprehensive solutions for piping and flow control systems at the Big 5 Construct Saudi exhibition, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 26-29 February, 2024. consistent, reliable quality With Saudi Arabia experiencing a surge in construction across housing, infrastructure, and tourism, Victaulic stands ready to offer seamless support throughout project lifecycles. From design and engineering with 3D mo...

LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its latest heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions at AHR Expo 2024, taking place in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A., from January 22-24, 2024. LG’s energy-efficient residential and commercial HVAC lineups on show at the event delivered exceptional performance and demonstrated the company’s steadfast commitment to environmental responsibility. Air Solution booth In the Air Solution booth, LG is putting the spotlight on several of its cutt...

Re/genT B.V. has formally joined Eurovent as its newest Associate Member. The organization specializes in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps, with an emphasis on green innovations and energy efficiency. Ecodesign requirements Re/genT B.V. has its own R&D and testing laboratory for modern research and development activities. They conduct verification of Energy Labeling and Ecodesign requirements for domestic and commercial refrigerators and freezers, and are actively involved i...

In this article, Ron Heymann, Senior Regional Manager, HVACR at ABB, will explore the crucial role of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) solutions in hospitals, with a particular focus on the use of variable speed drives (VSDs) to improve indoor air quality and energy efficiency. The quality of HVACR systems holds significant implications, specifically within hospitals, as inadequate air quality and the presence of harmonics in electrical distribution networks can...

Machine vision has become an integral component of automated manufacturing processes. In older automated manufacturing lines, less efficient methods were used to corral a product part down a conveyor and into a precise position for fixation. This more manual process often required additional hardware to corral pieces down the assembly line in the proper direction or would require pre-fixturing a part with manual labor. This not only was more time intensive but also made manufacturing processes...

The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) returned to Chicago for a lively week of learning, reconnecting, perusing, and demoing everything new coming to market in HVACR. Notable topics included all things decarbonization from equipment on the floor to discussions in education programming refrigerant regulation updates, the heat pump resurgence, and the unveiling of many new products that are shaping the path forward for HVACR.  Driving business &ld...

BITZER, the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump specialist, is setting new benchmarks in the operation of reciprocating compressors. For all orders received from 1 January 2024, ECOLINE reciprocating compressors of the C3 series or later installed at the Schkeuditz factory will come with the new generation of the IQ MODULE CM-RC-02. The IQ MODULE simplifies and optimizes compressor installation, operation, maintenance, and retrofitting for refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pu...

Airedale by Modine, the critical cooling specialists, announces the completion of delivery of their largest ever bespoke free cooling chillers, each measuring a significant 22 meters long (73 feet), and housing 36 fans. The vast order, for an undisclosed data center operator, is believed to be one of the largest single, colocation orders taken by Airedale in their 50-year history. It consists of 21 of the super-sized chillers, 2 free cooling DeltaChill chillers (16 fan), 72 AireWall units, 12 S...

Ruskin introduces the TDFi-FA thermal dispersion fan inlet system for fan array applications within commercial HVAC systems. Using highly-accurate thermal dispersion sensing technology, the TDFi-FA measures both airflow rate and temperature and communicates system data to the building automation system (BAS) through analog outputs or communication protocols. This optimizes system performance for greater efficiency while maintaining fresh air ventilation for healthy environments. TDFi-FA therma...

LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA is expanding its line of cutting-edge heat-pump-enabled HVAC water products at AHR Expo 2024. LG’s growing assortment of water solutions highlights the company’s dedication to delivering products that redefine comfort, prioritize energy efficiency and champion sustainability for residential and commercial applications. LG’s heat pump technology Featured at AHR Expo 2024 (booth #S8345), the LG R32 Air-to-Water Heat Pump Monobloc system is...

The trend is more integration with devices from several manufacturers communicating between them. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a group of tools aimed at the interconnectivity of physical devices over the Internet, allowing them to gather and share data. These devices range from home appliances to industrial sensors and wearables. End-users experience The essential idea is to give these objects the ability to communicate and intelligence so they can communicate between themselves and wi...

Bell & Gossett, a Xylem brand, is pioneering innovation in hydronic system solutions with the debut of its hydrovar® X-enabled line of smart, connected products designed to improve the sustainability of commercial buildings and reduce complexity in the design process. The pump plus smart motor combinations are launching with Bell & Gossett’s e-1510 end-suction pump, e-80 vertical in-line pump and TECHNOFORCE™ e-HV packaged booster system at AHR Expo 2024, representi...

Uponor announced that the company will expand its Kitting Services into Canada. This offering, which was introduced in the U.S. in 2023, has revolutionized commercial construction by delivering prepackaged kits containing the exact number of parts needed to job sites for buildings with high repeatable room types, such as apartments, hotels, dormitories, assisted-living centers, and hospitals. The results indicate projects are completed faster, easier, and with more consistency through boosted...

With energy efficiency, decarbonization, and water conservation continue to trend in commercial building design and construction, Uponor is responding with valuable resources and solutions that will help engineers design more efficient, sustainable buildings that can provide greater performance and longevity, while also minimizing risk. Uponor Academy for Engineers The first resource, Uponor Academy for Engineers, is an online webinar series that helps professionals build their knowledge base,...

Designed to address skilled labor challenges with a solution that offers full-color differentiation for cold-water plumbing lines, Uponor AquaPEX® Blue pipe is available for residential and commercial domestic water applications. PEX-a pipe The high-quality PEX-a pipe is available in 1/2",3/4", and 1" coils and straight lengths to meet any project need, and it features a six-month UV resistance along with the highest chlorine resistance rating of ‘5’ for the greatest durab...

Belimo demonstrated substantial sales growth in a year characterized by inflation pressures, rising interest rates, and slowing business momentum in the construction industry. In 2023, net sales grew 7.2% in local currencies and 1.4% in Swiss francs to CHF 858.8 million. The Americas market region reported impressive results with a sales growth of 7.7% in local currencies. This follows an extraordinary previous year in which Belimo was able to gain significant market share due to delive...

Retrofits are key to climate protection in the building sector. In order to support the uptake of retrofit solutions, the Passive House Institute’s 27th International Passive House Conference will take place with a focus on significantly improving the energy performance of existing buildings to the EnerPHit standard.  The conference will take place from 5 to 7 April in Innsbruck, Austria and it also includes a Passive House specialists' exhibition. The conference program is now onlin...

DENSO CORPORATION announced that it has integrated the management of three production and sales companies in Brazil as of January 1, 2024: DENSO DO BRASIL LTDA., DENSO MAQUINAS ROTANTES do BRASIL LTDA., and DENSO SISTEMAS TERMICOS do BRASIL LTDA. After the integration, the new DENSO DO BRASIL LTDA. manufactures and sells automotive components, including thermal products, which were previously produced independently by the three companies. electrical components and alternators In 1975, DENSO e...

Sustainable construction innovator, Dura Products, has added a new low-profile, low-cost eco-friendly unit to its range of standard recycled and recyclable heavy-duty linear surface drainage systems. Durachannel 160 has been designed to suit mainstream applications such as forecourts, carparks, highways and any surface or structure requiring efficient linear drainage. A shallow-depth injection molded D400 linear unit manufactured with high recycled plastic content, Durachannel 160’s monol...

Preparation for football season starts well before two teams take the field on Friday nights. It starts during spring practice and summer workouts. For Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, Virginia, those practices were brutal both on the gridiron and in their athletic fieldhouse. Temperatures inside the facility were hot and muggy. Some days, temperatures inside the fieldhouse would reach into the 80s and 90s. Because of the uncomfortable conditions, the facility was being underutilized...

The demands on refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump systems are increasing. Numerous potential combinations make system design more and more complex. The completely revised BITZER SOFTWARE assists with the selection and combination of compressors and components, all the way to heat exchangers and comprehensive compound systems. BITZER Software Even more, products are integrated, designed even more clearly, and optimized for all devices, these are the advantages of the completely rev...

Sound is a critical consideration in the selection and application of fans. Despite this, fan sound remains one of the least understood topics in the air handling industry. This series of articles provides a better understanding and point of reference on how fan sound is developed, rated, applied, and controlled. Understanding the Development of Fan Sound Data and the Product Rating Process (FA/120-23) Products that are independently third-party tested and performance certified assure the...

Surely not many companies haven't asked themselves at least once what influence increasing digitization and Industry 4.0 will have on their business model. STULZ specialized in data center air conditioning back in 1971, and as a company they have experienced many digital trends in the flesh. But if they get to grips with the latest reports talking about digital transformation and Industry 4.0, they quickly realize that this time they are facing something bigger. Digital transformation Overhas...

Discussing the feasibility and benefits of relocating a home furnace to the attic. This article factors to consider, such as attic suitability, accessibility, structural integrity, and heat distribution. Benefits include space-saving, noise reduction, improved heating distribution, and better indoor air quality. Drawbacks include monitoring challenges, ductwork issues, and increased ceiling openings. attic furnace installation The decision to move the furnace should align with construction or...

Eurovent Middle East has been invited by UNEP to jointly organize two side events during the global climate conference COP28 taking place in Dubai, UAE, from 30 November to 12 December 2023. The side events will consist of a roundtable on technical developments in cooling for hot ambient temperature countries, as well as a panel discussion on certification aspects and capacity building. increased cooling demand Cooling demand is soaring globally, but even more so in high ambient tem...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Handling Units’ re-elected Martin Lenz (TROX) as the group’s Chairperson and Andy Bijmans (Systemair) as its Vice-Chairperson. The election took place during the group’s last meeting in Hinwil.  Martin Lenz Participants of the Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Handling Units’ (PG-AHU) re-elected Martin Lenz, Head of International Business Development / Head of Research and Pre-Development at TROX GmbH (Germany) as the group&rs...