Heat Pumps News & Trends

ATMOsphere, publisher of NaturalRefrigerants.com, has announced that the ATMOsphere (ATMO) Europe Summit 2025 will be held in Padova (Padua), Italy, November 24–25. This 15th annual edition of ATMO Europe will gather key industry experts, including manufacturers, policymakers, end users, and contractors, to learn about the latest developments in sustainable cooling and heating, including those using natural refrigerants and refrigerant-free solutions, such as caloric cooling. La...

ATMOsphere, publisher of NaturalRefrigerants.com, has announced that the dates for its ATMOsphere (ATMO) America Summit 2025 will be Wednesday, June 11, and Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Atlanta, and registration is open. This 14th annual edition of ATMO America will gather key industry experts, including manufacturers, policymakers, end users and contractors, to learn about the latest developments in natural refrigerant-based HVAC&R systems, including those using CO2 (R744), hydrocarbon...

The Board of Directors of GF has nominated Thomas Hary as new President of GF Piping Systems, effective 1 June 2025. He succeeds Andreas Müller who has assumed the position on an interim basis alongside his role as CEO of GF. Thomas Hary (44), a German citizen, has held various positions at GF since joining the company in 2005. He began his career in strategic planning at GF Machining Solutions and moved to GF Piping Systems in 2011. Wide range of business segments Since 1 October 2019,...

A South East-based property developer has delivered its latest exclusive development of 10 energy-efficient, high-end homes with the support of Baxi’s air source heat pumps and supporting services. Riverdale Developments set out to deliver homes with a low environmental impact and a luxury, high specification finish, so the developer’s appointed heating contractor, Jackson Plumbing & Heating Ltd., required a suitable heating system to meet such requirements. low-carbon heating...

Madison Industries, one of the world’s largest privately held companies, announced the successful acquisition of Research Products Corporation (RPC), a pioneer in innovative indoor air solutions for both residential and commercial environments. RPC will become a part of Madison Air’s premier platform of air quality solutions. Madison Air was established under the visionary leadership of Madison Industries Founder and CEO Larry Gies, with a mission to make the world safer, healthier...

PSR Mechanical, a pioneering commercial HVAC service provider in Seattle, has partnered with ECM Technologies, a national pioneer in HVAC operational efficiency and energy conservation, to bring ThermaClear® to the local market. This groundbreaking HVAC treatment significantly improves system performance and extends equipment life. The first Seattle treatment took place at The Museum of Flight, the world’s largest independent, nonprofit air and space museum, housing more than 150 airc...

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a pioneering supplier of all-electric, all-climate Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, shared a customer success story on Weber State University, an energy-conscious school that uses all-climate heat pumps throughout its campus buildings. VRF solution from Mitsubishi Electric Weber is also using a ductless, water-source VRF solution from Mitsubishi Electric The Ogden, Utah-bas...

CM Heating and Cooling, a top-rated HVAC contractor in Washington State, is thrilled to announce the winner of its Mother’s Day A/C Giveaway, Amey Leach, a devoted mother of two, including an eight-year-old cancer survivor was surprised with a brand-new air conditioning unit with an estimated value of up to $10,000, free of charge. CM Heating and Cooling representatives CM Heating and Cooling reps were on hand to surprise her with the unit as well as install CM Heating and Coo...

Vega Movil, one of the Dominican Republic's most prominent automotive dealership networks, faced a pressing challenge after expanding its operations to new warehouse facilities in Santiago, La Vega, and Punta Cana. Despite modern infrastructure, these facilities grappled with soaring electricity bills that strained operational budgets. The core issue stemmed from the HVAC systems, which, although newly installed, lacked automation. This absence of smart climate control led to inefficient energ...

Eurovent is proud to announce J2 Innovations’ continued support as Gold Sponsor of the EUROVENTSUMMIT for a second consecutive year. Join them on 24-26 September in Prague, under the forward-looking theme #ManufacturingForTomorrow. J2 Innovations is a provider of control and management software specifically designed for HVAC and refrigeration equipment. J2 Innovations is a wholly owned subsidiary of Siemens and is known for creating the FIN Framework, a next-generation software platform f...

Blue Point Capital Partners and its portfolio company, Pinnacle MEP, announced the strategic acquisition of Hammans Electric, Inc., a licensed electrical contractor with more than 30 years of experience in commercial and industrial services throughout the Indianapolis area. This is the second transaction for the Pinnacle platform in partnership with Blue Point since the firm’s initial investment last year, and the fifth Indianapolis-based add-on overall, bringing the total number of inv...

Garnett Station Partners, a New York-based principal investment firm that manages over $3.5 billion of assets, announced the launch of its newly formed Commercial Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (“Commercial MEP”) services platform, Grizzly MEP, in partnership with industry veteran Kelly Romano, who will serve as Chairman of the Board. The Grizzly MEP platform partners with high-quality service providers to support outsized growth and drive increased efficiency, reliability an...

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC), a global pioneer in cooling solutions for industrial, manufacturing, commercial, and refrigeration markets, is pleased to announce the appointment of Morin Process Equipment as their new representative for industrial, power, and process in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arkansas. BAC's presence Morin Process Equipment, with its headquarters in Pelham, Alabama, boasts a team of over 100 professionals dedicated to providing best-in-...

A reliable water heater is essential for comfort in Glenview, IL. But like any household system, the water heater can show signs of wear long before it fails completely. Catching these warning signs early can save users from cold showers and costly repairs. If the water isn’t as hot as it used to be or the temperature fluctuates unexpectedly, it may be time for a tune-up. In many cases, sediment buildup at the bottom of the tank interferes with heating efficiency. Other times, the thermo...

Residents in 74 homes are having their lives changed and bills reduced thanks to ground source heat pumps (GSHP) in Appledore and Charing. The £2.2m scheme is the first time that Ashford Borough Council has installed GSHP heating systems in its residential properties. Energy-saving measures The scheme is part of a bigger drive by the council to retrofit around 700 homes with energy-saving measures using Government funding of £5.1m. The money – from the Social Housing Decarbo...

Mitsubishi Electric has welcomed the Government’s release of another £940 million for Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund to help Local Authorities remove gas heating from their buildings. As the UK’s largest heat pump manufacturer, Mitsubishi Electric is now calling on the Government to look at similar initiatives to help reduce carbon in the private sector. Heat pumps and low-carbon heating Since 2020, the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund has made...

The Malco Group, one of the nation’s pioneering manufacturers and distributors of high-quality solutions for the HVAC/R and building construction trades, is proud to announce the launch of several new products designed to improve efficiency, durability, and performance in the field. New products from The Malco Group Long Cut AVs® | Malco Tools – Ergonomic aviation snips engineered for longer and faster precision cutting of sheet metal. The metal cutting snips featur...

QuickFitting®, a pioneer in plumbing and HVAC solutions, announces the launch of HVAC/R Push-to-Connect refrigerant fittings, an innovation that simplifies the installation and maintenance of HVAC/R systems. With no flaring, brazing or special tools required, installers can connect refrigerant lines in seconds simply by pushing the fitting onto the pipe. This approach enables contractors and technicians to make leak-free connections in seconds to reduce installation time and simultaneously...

CAREL will participate in LIGNA 2025, the pioneering international trade fair for wood processing, taking place from May 26 to 30, 2025, in Hannover, Germany. The company will showcase advanced solutions for controlling environmental conditions in industrial processes. CAREL’s offering for the sector includes humidification systems, heat recovery units, and integrated control of high-efficiency components, all designed to reduce energy consumption and improve the quality of finished produ...

Noritz America, as part of an ongoing program to enhance its entire product offering in 2025, recently introduced an upgraded version of its flagship commercial unit, the NCC199CDV Pro Condensing Tankless Water Heater. Engineered for a wide range of heavy-duty commercial applications, the new ENERGY STAR-rated NCC199 CDV Pro incorporates several new, installer- and end-user-friendly features, while retaining an industry-renowned, 10-year warranty on its dual stainless steel heat exchangers...

Nidec Global Appliance’s booth at AWE 2025 - one of the world’s largest home appliances and consumer electronics trade shows - held from March 20 to 23, 2025, in China, was the stage for the launch of the new Embraco residential refrigeration compressor: the Embraco Atom. It stands to be the most compact variable-speed compressor for residential applications on the market, designed to democratize this energy-efficient technology. The product was granted the AWE Innovation Award duri...

Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing, a trusted name in home comfort solutions throughout North Carolina and Virginia, announced that it is expanding its service area into Carroll County, Virginia, with the acquisition of V & H Heating & Cooling. Not only will Jay’s retain all of V & H’s employees, but the acquisition is also a deeply personal one for owner Jamie Vaughan, a fourth-generation HVAC professional. V & H Heating & Cooling was originally founded as...

Navien UK, a pioneering provider of heating and hot water solutions, has expanded its exclusive partnership with Ultimate Renewables Supplies to include the distribution of its new PEM750 heat pump. Navien UK partnered with APP Wholesale Ltd in 2024 to bring its full line of heating and hot water products to regional and national merchants across the UK. Navien’s low-carbon technology The addition of the PEM750 further strengthens this established relationship, providing installers The...

The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial – the UK’s market pioneer of high efficiency commercial heating solutions – is focused firmly on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years, brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation. heating system replacement New CPD concentrates on modern, energy-efficient plant room retrofits using heat...

Wolong Electric America, a pioneer in industrial motor and drive technology, is proud to highlight the EMR-Bulldozer Series, a ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance integrated drive motor engineered for ultra-high efficiency, robust performance, and long-term reliability in harsh HVAC conditions. With efficiency equivalent to IE5, the highest currently recognized international standard, the EMR-Bulldozer motors deliver outstanding power density and energy savings, making them ideal for demand...

Automated Logic and the Laurel Institutes are partnering together to help build a new generation of HVAC technicians, while outfitting campuses in three states with the latest building automation systems. Automated Logic, a pioneering provider of innovative building-management solutions, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative The partnership is part of Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative, which...

UL Solutions, a service provider to the HVACR industry and various other sectors, has become the first official Silver Sponsor of the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT, taking place from 24-26 September, 2025, in Prague, Czechia. UL Solutions is a pioneer in applied safety science. It transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, plus software and advisory offerings...

Global HVAC technology pioneer - LG Electronics continues to set new standards in HVAC training and customer service excellence with the launch of the Premier Service Champion Program, a new initiative designed to equip LG distributors and applied representatives with advanced technical knowledge, hands-on training, and cutting-edge industry resources. The program provides comprehensive education modules and expert-led workshops to enhance technical expertise and troubleshooting skills, raising...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, safe and sustainable buildings, is celebrating 140 years of achievements and industry-firsts. Since its founding in 1885, Johnson Controls has continuously improved the built environment, delivering the first automatic sprinkler and then the first room thermostat shortly thereafter.  Fire protection and smart security portfolio Johnson Controls is serving customers throughout the building lifecycle with one of the largest portfolio...

Carrier Solutions UK is set to make an impact at HVAC+R at UK Construction Week 2025, with an impressive stand showcasing its expanded portfolio of best-in-class heating and cooling solutions. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Latest advances in heat pumps Under the theme “Power Play as One Team”, Carrier Solutions UK’s stand will unite three of the...