Heating News & Trends

Zoning is used to enable homeowners to reduce conditioning energy usage in unoccupied areas, while simultaneously maintaining comfort conditions in occupied areas of the home. Multi-zone heating and cooling system allow to separately control various areas of the house. Zoned HVAC separates houses into different temperature zones which can be controlled separately. Each room can function as a zone.  Adding zones to your HVAC system Zone systems are a good choice when one has a lot o...

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, are delighted to announce that Heat Pump manufacturers across the UK have joined together to refresh the Heat Pump Benchmark commissioning checklist in line with the latest legislation, which forms part of the warranty of the appliance. Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said, “Benchmark is a nationally recognized scheme that places responsibilities on both manufacturers and installers to ensure best practice in installation, commissioning, a...

Residential and commercial heating contractors can hone their boiler technology skills and knowledge by participating in Weil-McLain’s virtual 2020 School of Better Heating training program from September 15-17. The School of Better Heating program is an annual series of comprehensive condensing boiler technology training seminars from the North American designer and manufacturer of hydronic comfort heating systems. 2020’s program is a three-day virtual training session, each featur...

Uponor announces the appointment of Chris Hartwick as General Manager, Uponor Canada, with a strategic focus on Canadian sales, marketing, customer service and customer engagement. “We are thrilled to have Chris take on the leadership of the Canadian team. He brings both deep knowledge and new insight from industry experience. He is a demonstrated business leader with a proven track record of coaching and development,” Chris Budion, Vice President, Uponor North America said. Distri...

The future of residential comfort heating has arrived with the introduction of the ECO Tec high-efficiency boiler from Weil-McLain, North America’s renowned boiler manufacturer. The new ECO Tec is a high-quality boiler that meets nearly all residential application needs including multi-zone and combi applications. ECO Tec high-efficiency boiler The ECO Tec high-efficiency boiler features a long-lasting fire tube heat exchanger The ECO Tec high-efficiency boiler features a long-lasting...

As every year, the Executive Board of the Wilo Group has invited executives to an international top management meeting. For the first time in Wilo’s history, this meeting is taking place as a hybrid event, due to the ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. “We are pleased that we are now connected via live stream to over 100 colleagues from 35 countries, across different time zones,” said Oliver Hermes, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Wilo Group. Wilo top...

The ‘Heating with Renewable Energies’ funding scheme that came into effect at the beginning of the year as part of the climate package is taking effect on the market. According to the responsible Federal Office for Economics and Export Control (BAFA), a total of 130,697 funding applications were received in the first half of 2020. In the same period last year, the number of applications was 42,355. “The amended incentive program is a success model. It shows that people are rea...

The EE260 humidity and temperature probe is the latest product development for meteorology from E+E Elektronik. Among other applications, this high-precision sensing probe is perfect for reliable weather monitoring in road traffic or at airports. The sensor and probe heating enables precise and continuous humidity measurement even in areas with high humidity levels. Due to its compact design, the EE260 is compatible with commercially available radiation shields. Precise and Continuous The EE2...

Renowned UK manufacturer of boilers, Baxi Heating is delighted to announce the appointment of Karen Boswell as Managing Director of Baxi Heating UK and Ireland. She will lead the next stage of Baxi Heating’s journey towards a sustainable future and net zero carbon. Karen joins from Hitachi Rail and is an accomplished leader, whose career spans different industry sectors. She has a strong focus on business improvement and accelerating growth, is passionate about equality, diversity and inc...

Ductless HVAC systems (or mini-splits) are extremely efficient and provide consistent room comfort. Exploring the benefits that ductless systems provide: Greater efficiency Ductless HVAC systems have a high Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). Also, ductless models speed up and slow down based on the needs of the system instead of shutting off, which eliminates energy losses during compressor start-up.  Easy installation  Installing the ducts could take many weeks and cause a l...

Newberry, South Carolina is a town with a rich historic personality. Settled in 1745 by Scotch-Irish, English and German immigrants, Newberry became a leading cotton market with the coming of the railroad. Today, Newberry has retained and preserved much of its original small town charm. Its downtown business district and residential streets are lined with historical buildings and Antebellum homes - there are, in fact, several blocks in which every building is listed on the National Register of...

Panasonic is pleased to announce that its Aquarea J-Series Air Source Heat Pump has been shortlisted in the Domestic HVAC Product category of the 2020 H&V News Awards. The winners will be announced at a glamorous dinner at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane on 30th April 2020. The H&V News Awards are highly regarded within the industry and celebrate technology and solutions designed to meet today’s environmental challenges through innovative products and projects....

Grundfos, a globally renowned company in water technology, is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of its Americas Regional Center, located in Brookshire, Texas. LEED Platinum certification The 45,000 square foot facility is expected to be completed during the spring season of 2021. Grundfos is currently seeking to achieve LEED Platinum certification. The new offices will house company sales, operations, engineering, HR, finance, and other support functions. “To better serve the marke...

As Albert Einstein once said, “We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” That wisdom has been put into practice in the form of a smarter approach in the way modular schools can be built and used. Pre-fabricated, modular classroom In 2006, the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland, in partnership with the Council for Educational Facility Planners (CEFPI), held a national design competition, The Portable Classroom Design Challeng...

When Tuscaloosa County developed its HVAC wish list for their high school’s new addition, it looked something like this: Reliability, energy savings, installation ease, sufficient ventilation, quiet operation and aesthetics. A tough call when faced with the typical budget restraints facing school districts around the country. The Tuscaloosa County School System’s architect and engineer turned to a combination of Bard 12 SEER “Quiet Climate” wall-mounts and Q-Tec heat pu...

Located on a 75-acre wooded site that included a pond and natural trail, the Countryside Charter School knew that an environmentally friendly design for their new, permanent school facility was critical. The Bard Q-Tec Heat Pump was the logical choice. No stranger to Bard products, the first Countryside Charter School classes held in 1997 were taught in modular classrooms heated and cooled by Bard Gas/Electric wall-mounts. As enrollment grew and a permanent site for their K-12 program became ne...

Manufacturers continue to make improvements in heat-pump technology, including higher efficiencies, contractor-friendly designs, and innovative extras like two-stage compressors that allow them to run at lower speeds and cut down energy use and homeowners’ bills. Below is a sampling of six of the latest products to hit the heat pump market. Nortek Global HVAC introduced the W-Series of air conditioning and heat pump equipment for residential and light commercial applications, completing i...

HTS Texas is happy to announce that Chris Hoffmann has joined its team as the General Manager of the Airside Products Group (APG). With 30 years in the HVAC industry in both residential and commercial sectors, Hoffmann brings his wealth of expertise in sales, marketing, product development, and engineering to their APG department. “I look forward to working with clients and customers around the state and leading the growth of APG for HTS,” Hoffmann said. “I have worked with HT...

Johnson Controls, the global provider for smart and sustainable buildings, and the administrators and board members of Monroe Township Public Schools (MTPS) are working together to secure an energy-efficient future for the school district. Both entities have entered into a $24.1 million turnkey Energy Savings Improvement Plan (ESIP) contract in an effort to transform the environment, operation and energy efficiency of the facilities. The project is driven and funded entirely by energy and util...

A new report from the Carbon Trust, ‘Heat pump retrofit in London’, shows how heat pumps will have a critical role in tackling emissions from London’s buildings and delivering the Mayor’s 2030 net zero ambitions. The report, commissioned by the Mayor of London, includes detailed analysis of the potential to retrofit heat pumps across a range of existing buildings in London and recommends an action plan for scaling up energy efficiency and heat pump retrofit across the ca...

HVAC systems have a big impact on the quality of the life. Purchasing a new system is a significant investment and it should involve careful planning. Listed below are the steps that one can take in order to choose the system which is right for the home: Insulating and cleaning the ducts: Ensure that the ducts are in good condition. It’s advisable to employ a professional contractor who will properly insulate the ducts and clear them of dust and any other debris. Finding a furna...

The Wilo Group has been selected this year to participate together with 49 other worldwide operating companies in the global sustainability and climate protection initiative called ‘50 Sustainability & Climate Leaders’. The participating companies act on the basis of the 17 sustainability goals of the United Nations (UN). Sustainability “We are proud and happy to be part of this initiative. The Wilo Group, as a leading technology company in the pump industry, is committe...

In an effort to strengthen its AirTech business and sharpen alignment with its strategic objectives, Munters, a globally renowned company in energy efficient air treatment and climate solutions, will exit the non-core part of the commercial desiccant dehumidification market. This decision primarily affects the U.S. market as it is the primary region where Munters’ commercial products are sold. Desiccant dehumidification units Commercial products have been manufactured in the company&rsqu...

Air Technical Services and F.W. Webb Company partnered with other local contractors and Building Homes for Heroes during a Welcome Home ceremony in Barnegat, NJ, for Navy Hospital Corpsman First Class Corey Reed. After serving his country for more than 20 years, he suffers from severe PTSD, a traumatic brain injury, migraines, left foot fasciitis, elbow fractures, right knee injuries and tinnitus. His injuries require specific modifications to his home in order to live safely and focus on his re...

AFX is the new Air Fin Cooler range for cooling operations in power and heavy industry, chemicals and petrochemicals as well as turbine and compressor cooling according to API 661. Kelvion is adding two new solutions to the Air Fin Cooler market – the AFX Alu and the AFX HDG. AFX brings Kelvion’s extensive know-how and experience from countless customized Air Fin Cooler projects to a standardized and modular design to improve heat transfer and boost efficiency. Advanced Tube Techno...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the ideal indoor humidity level should be between 30 – 60%. It’s optimal for overall wellness and the efficient functioning of the respiratory immune system. One of the biggest problems faced by people during winter is dry air. Low humidity contributes to the development of colds and flu. 60 to 80 percent of the human body is made up of water, which is why such an adverse bodily reaction to dry air.  Maintaining normal ho...

Baxi Heating is delighted to announce that it will be reopening its popular Warwick Commercial Training Academy this September after its enforced closure due to COVID-19. The commercial training facility was established over two years ago, guided by in-depth research into attitudes and expectations regarding training, to ensure that heating engineers have the opportunity to refine their skills and gain practical experience in a real-world environment. Free in-person single-day courses From Se...

They say it’s the little things that can make a big difference. That can certainly be the case with the pilot light and water heater. The pilot light is a small component but if it’s not working properly, the entire unit is useless. If homeowners are having trouble with the pilot light staying lit, Pratt Plumbing explains the most common causes. What does the pilot light do? The pilot light creates a small flame that is used to ignite the burner which then warms up water in the ta...

Gas heating in new build houses will be banned by 2025, but gas hobs will still be allowed, according to Chancellor Philip Hammond. New homes will use heat pumps and energy-efficient measures to heat them. This leads to the natural question: why are specialists nonetheless suggesting that tradespeople take the gas specialization route? Admirable environmental goal Skills Training Group explains that even the Government’s own Spring Statement summary shies away from explicitly stating th...

Like all businesses today, the HVAC industry is growing and changing rapidly. New technologies and enhancements in comfort, efficiency and design are happening every day. Marley Engineered Products, a renowned manufacturer of specified floor-to-ceiling heating and ventilation solutions, believes that knowledge is power. That is why Marley is introducing Marley e-Heat University, a free collection of online webinar trainings designed by its product and industry experts. “In today’s e...