Heat Pumps News & Trends

Global HVAC technology pioneer LG Electronics has introduced “Pathway to Platinum,” a new initiative designed to elevate the success of LG’s Pro Dealers. The initiative focuses on enhancing dealer performance, expanding technical expertise, and helping dealers strengthen customer relationships through a comprehensive blend of education, marketing support, and business development tools. LG’s Pathway to Platinum program, introduced at the recent 2025 LG Pro Dealer Su...

Mark Twain once called golf “a good walk spoiled,” but then again, Twain never teed off at the Renaissance Club. Set just 20 miles from Edinburgh amid the rolling beauty of the North Berwick countryside, the Renaissance Club is a place etched in the sport’s history. It’s where the Scottish Open has been held since 2019, drawing the world’s top golfers to its fairways. But the appeal of this course extends far beyond tournament week. For those fortunate enough to l...

With the refrigeration industry managing the challenges of the transition to low-GWP refrigerants, Danfoss is looking forward to bringing its newest solutions for sustainable industrial refrigeration to the upcoming RETA National Conference, October 20-24, in Spokane, Wash. Conference attendees are invited to visit booth #1409 to learn more about how Danfoss technologies are enabling industrial refrigeration customers to implement low-GWP refrigerants safely and effectively. Danfoss BOCK HGX56...

Ameren Corporation announced organizational changes designed to drive consistent and continuously improving operating performance and enhance the breadth and depth of experience of its executive team, strengthening the company for the future. The changes are effective Jan. 1, 2026. Michael Moehn, currently senior executive vice president and chief financial officer of Ameren Corporation and chairman and president of Ameren Services, as well as interim chairman and president of Ameren Misso...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has launched a new heat pump promotion, to incentivize installations of its popular Vitocal 150-A air source heat pump. For every Vitocal 150-A heat pump registered on Viessmann’s VPlus platform and installed between October 1st and December 31st 2025, Viessmann will send the installer a pre-loaded card with £150 as well as crediting the usual VPlus loyalty scheme points. Installers can make unlimited purchases during the promotion period. Viessmann C...

Following his successful tenure as Sales Director at FSW UK, Steve Dinning has been appointed Managing Director of the company’s UK operations with immediate effect. Steve’s appointment as MD comes after 15 years at FSW UK. As Sales Director, he oversaw the development and growth of each of the FSW Group Businesses with further expansion of FSW’s UK presence. Key strategic customers The FSW UK GROUP is one of the largest independent wholesalers of refrigeration and air condi...

EOGB Energy Products Ltd. and Danfoss Burner Components have partnered to deliver a groundbreaking solution in the oil heating sector, centered around the Sapphire fully modulating oil boiler. At the heart of this innovation is the Danfoss BFPM 61 LE-S Oil Fuel Pump, the only pump on the market capable of practical modulation of liquid fuel. Danfoss’s advanced pump...

When COVID-19 disrupted international shipping, it revealed just how fragile global supply chains could be, especially for essential medical equipment. Across the U.S., hospitals and healthcare providers found themselves unable to procure basic items like masks, gloves, gowns, and even hairnets. The result was more than inconvenience; it was a systemic vulnerability that demanded urgent domestic solutions. U.S.-based PPE business Large hospital systems and national healthcare providers quickl...

When a homeowner in the Chicagoland area wanted to improve energy efficiency and lower propane heating costs, contractor James Downs of JMD Associates recommended an innovative solution: the ECO Hybrid Dual Fuel Hydronic System from Weil-McLain. Installed in a 20-year-old home near Lake Michigan, the system combines an air-to-water heat pump with a high-efficiency gas boiler to deliver optimal performance and flexibility across a wide range of temperatures. Ready for Hybrid Downs described th...

Ideal Heating has confirmed its continued support for Andy’s Man Club (AMC), strengthening a partnership that puts men’s mental health front and center – and uses Ideal’s reach in the trade to signpost men towards support. With more than 87,000 installers across the UK and a big presence in a male-dominated industry, Ideal Heating is in a unique position to help start conversations that many men find hard to begin. Nationwide program AMC is a men’s suicide-preven...

Imagine trying to replace miles of heating pipes in a busy hospital without disrupting patient care. That was the task facing mechanical and electrical engineering contractor FP Hurley & Sons at Warwick Hospital. The solution? A shift away from traditional welding in favor of the Victaulic grooved mechanical pipe joining system – a move that proved instrumental in overcoming logistical hurdles and ensuring quick and seamless project delivery. Major infrastructure upgrade The project...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a fully modular energy transfer system integrated with Armstrong’s Envelope platform for optimized selection and operation. Featuring heat load ranges from 56 to 840 tons, the new System Envelope - Energy Transfer Station (SE-ETS) uses a modular, packaged design to reduce lead-time, provide the lowest first cost, and reduce pump energy use by up to 50%. Optimization of performance Optimization of performance starts at the selection stage, with c...

As the UK transitions towards net zero, the pressure on house builders to deliver homes that are efficient, future-ready, and compliant with evolving regulation has never been greater. Heating accounts for nearly one third of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, making it a critical area for intervention. With the Future Homes Standard timetable banning the use of gas boilers in new-build homes imminently, house builders and developers must now find sustainable alternatives that are n...

In line with the Danfoss LEAP 2030 strategy, the acquisition of Palladio Compressors marks a significant expansion of their broad compressor portfolio, covering applications from light commercial comfort to large-scale process cooling, heating, and refrigeration. Over the past two years, Danfoss and Palladio have evaluated technological synergies, particularly in high-lift heat pumps. Integrating Palladio's screw compressors with the existing technologies promises competitive and advanced high...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has introduced a 10-year warranty on Vitodens 200-W boilers registered between September 1st and December 31st 2025. The promotion is open to all installers who register any combi or system (11-32 kW) Vitodens 200-W gas-condensing wall-hung boilers within 30 days of installation via the VPlus platform. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Energy efficient The boiler...

Resideo Technologies, a pioneering provider of home comfort, energy management, safety and security solutions, launches its new Honeywell Home Whole Home Dehumidifier. The company’s most advanced indoor air quality (IAQ) product offers unsurpassed installation efficiencies and elevates expectations for the dehumidification category. High-performance IAQ system Honeywell Home dehumidifier is a high-performance IAQ system with a tri-directional outlet for flexible Developed to address th...

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC), whose global headquarters is based in Jessup, Maryland, has been awarded on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-pioneering statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on August 21st, 2025, and can be viewed on the Forbes website. Two types of employee evaluations Forbes and Statista selected America’s Best-In-...

Eurovent, in collaboration with AMCA Europe and EVIA, has published a joint Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) guide on Regulation (EU) 2024/1834 – Ecodesign requirements for fans. This joint FAQ guide provides an industry interpretation on the implementation of Ecodesign requirements for fans set out in Regulation (EU) 2024/1834 published on 24 July 2024. It addresses common questions on the interpretation of the regulation and aims to support the understanding of open interpretations and...

American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneer in steam system services, announces the debut of its new Shopify-powered online storefront, marking a significant step forward in convenience for facility teams nationwide. Facility managers can now find more than 7,000 steam-system essentials from a wide range of manufacturers, all available with just a click. APM’s online store The new website places a comprehensive catalog at customers’ fingertips, including float and thermostat...

LG Electronics (LG) is expanding the global availability of its latest air-cooled Inverter Scroll Chiller, a next-generation heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) solution that supports the worldwide shift toward low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants and sustainable technologies. The new model adopts R32 refrigerant, which has a GWP approximately 70 percent lower than R410A. Designed as an inverter-driven heat pump system, the chiller delivers both chilled and hot water,...

Reliable Heating and Air, a trusted provider of professional heating and cooling solutions in Los Angeles, is proud to announce its official opening in Ventura County. Homeowners, renters, and property managers in the area can now access Reliable Heating and Air’s full suite of HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance services, delivered with the company’s hallmark professionalism, transparency, and customer-first approach. The expansion comes as demand grows for dependable HVAC...

HANSA Klimasysteme GmbH, based in 26683 Saterland / Strücklingen, has stood for customized, high-quality ventilation and air conditioning units for every conceivable application in industry and buildings since 1961. Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of the time. Customized system solutions for ventilation and air conditioning units in all areas of application are what HANSA Klimageräte GmbH is offering. The company is focusing on innovation and development in order to...

Q-PAC, a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of advanced commercial HVAC fan systems, announces its new annual summit, FLOW, taking place on October 9, 2025, at the Q-PAC Factory near St. Augustine, Florida, USA.  Designed for those who challenge convention and seek smarter ways to move air, FLOW brings together forward-thinkers, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers for a day of real conversations between users and designers, practical technical insights, and hands-on access to futur...

In facilities with high volumes of foot traffic, the constant opening and closing of doors not only lets in chilly air but can cause heating problems for the entire building. Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects. Vestibules, lobbies, entrance ways, and hallways are frequently populated, so it’s imperative that facilities hunker down...

Carrier Commercial Service and Automated Logic Field, part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, have launched the first cohorts of TechVantage Ignite, a program to develop the next generation of commercial HVAC technicians and controls engineers. TechVantage Ignite combines classroom training and self-paced online learning with mentorship and on-the-job training. The program begins with a two-week introduction at Carrier University’s C...

Sunnen Products Company, a global pioneer in high-precision bore finishing and measurement, proudly announces the launch of MB-30LO, its latest honing oil engineered for general-purpose metalworking and critical HVAC/R applications. As a versatile metalworking oil, it supports a broad range of machining processes, including drilling, tapping, reaming, and screw machines, alongside its superior honing performance for HVAC/R system servicing and fabrication. MB-30LO MB-30LO stands apart from...

Housecall Pro has launched AI-powered, hands-free invoicing within its pioneering home services software platform. With simple voice commands, field technicians in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other skilled trades can now generate and send invoices—eliminating manual entry and accelerating payments. “Every minute you spend on paperwork is a minute you're not earning money or serving customers," said Roland Ligtenberg, Housecall Pro Co-Founder and SVP of Innovation. "We built th...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, has announced its fall schedule of BDR University (BDRU) courses, designed to equip contractors with the tools and strategies they need to operate their businesses more efficiently and profitably. These live, interactive virtual training courses are open to business owners and managers as well as installers, sales teams, technicians and dispatchers from the HVAC, plumbing...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced the launch of the AI-powered Tech Assistant, a first-of-its-kind tool integrated within the Trane® Technician App™ and the American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning Technician App™ that empowers HVAC field technicians to solve problems faster with real-time, intelligent guidance. This breakthrough technology represents a significant advancement in field service capabilities, providing technicians with instant...

Eurovent is proud to announce codeBIM as a Silver Sponsor of the EUROVENT SUMMIT 2025. Join them on 24-26 September, in Prague, under the forward-looking theme #ManufacturingForTomorrow. codeBIM develops trusted industry 4.0 solutions for manufacturers in the construction industry that help grow business, strengthen brand preference, and open the door to bigger projects. 3D BIM model generator codeBIM will showcase its latest developments in BIM-based data management, cloud collaboration Wit...