Heating News & Trends

Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announces a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the ‘EV-Home Power Partnership,’ designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. The project will explore, test and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bills, reduce stra...

Takyeef Factory LLC, one of the major OEM manufacturers of HVACR equipment in the Gulf, has joined the Eurovent Middle East association, driven by its mission on delivering a broad portfolio of premium international products and underlining its commitment to support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in the region. Located on 30,000 square meters in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Takyeef specializes in the manufacturing of standard and customized HVACR equipment, includi...

The owner of an acclaimed new Cotswolds hotel has showered building services company - Campbell West with praise for its role in transforming the former 16th-century coaching house. Matthew Freud, one of the public relations industry’s pioneering figures, paid tribute to the Berkshire-based firm for “outstanding professionalism” following the opening of ‘Bull - A Coaching Inn’ in Burford, Oxfordshire. transforming the property He enlisted their services after set...

Modine, a technology and indoor air quality pioneer in the HVAC industry, is now offering the VidaShield™ UV24 Active Air Disinfection System product line to the K-12 school market. This innovative solution will further help equip schools with the necessary tools to combat airborne pathogens. VidaShield™ UV24 is a fast, continuous air disinfection system that combines an ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) chamber and air-circulating fans with an optional overhead ceiling ligh...

Design of buildings and spaces needs to remove barriers to inclusivity - including age, disability, ethnicity, gender, and neuro-divergence. As the world mark’s the UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) announces new guidance, Inclusive design for structural engineers. Aimed at all professions in the built environment, the guidance challenges perceptions that inclusive design is expensive and costs more. Collective ex...

ABM, a pioneering provider of facility services, infrastructure and eMobility solutions, announced the initiation of an Energy Performance Contracting program for Orange County Public Schools (“OCPS”), in central Virginia, USA. This marks the third energy savings project for OCPS by ABM. This new project creates an additional $6.7 million in projected energy and operating cost savings over a twenty-year period and includes an extensive upgrade to a critical HVAC mechanical system an...

Budderfly, the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints, announced a strategic partnership with Fujitsu General America, Inc., a subsidiary of one of Japan’s providers of air conditioning and heat pump equipment Fujitsu General Limited, to develop and deploy high-efficiency energy technologies for mid-market businesses across the United States. AIRSTAGE Variable Refrigerant Flow Under the terms of the agreement, Budderfly will leverage FGAI’s AI...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, introduces its Emerging Business Academy, a streamlined version of its flagship coaching program tailored to the unique needs of growing small businesses. BDR’s Emerging Business Academy, designed for businesses with four people or fewer, guides motivated owners to put specific foundational systems and processes into place to reach revenues of $1 million and beyond....

Increasing temperatures, population growth, urbanization, and rising incomes are driving the increased need for cooling. According to the first-ever Global Cooling Watch Report, launched at COP28, cooling demand could triple by 2050. This would lead to a doubling of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, which is equivalent to more than the total annual greenhouse gas emissions of the United States of America. sustainable cooling pledge Recognizing the need to act on cooling, Danfoss joined forces...

According to a survey of U.S. homeowners conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), 63% of American homeowners have heard of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and 54% ranked government incentive (such as a tax credit or rebate) as one of their top three reasons why they would consider installing a heat pump. These findings, among others, were uncovered by the METUS 2023 Heat Pumps & Homeowners Index. The survey explored American homeowners’ attitudes toward the IRA a...

Release of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Energy Efficiency 2023 report shows that not enough progress is being made on energy efficiency. The report reveals a slowing in global improvements in energy intensity-the IEA’s primary measure of energy efficiency–and, in response, Danfoss President and CEO, Kim Fausing is calling on governments to commit to doubling the rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030 at COP28 to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Keys to me...

Four Evomod 1000kW output boilers from Ideal Heating – Commercial Products have been installed at Beetham Tower in Manchester, which has the distinction of being one of the UK’s tallest buildings outside of London. improve energy efficiency The 47-storey building, which is home to the Hilton Hotel and private residential apartments, has been heated by four gas-fired atmospheric steel one-piece boilers, with a total heat output of 4800kW, since its inception in 2006. With the boile...

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...

Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC) announces enhancements to the Vertex® Evaporative Condenser, where peak reliability meets easy maintenance. For models with the EC Fan System, enhanced controls are now available including a user interface and integral pump control which maximizes uptime and reliability. “In 2018, when we launched the Vertex evaporative condenser, we began our innovation process by seeking to understand what our customers really need and want from us. After that launch,...

Baxi’s Parent company - BDR Thermea Group announced the appointment of Tjarko Bouman as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Tjarko Bouman will join BDR Thermea Group from 1 February 2024, as successor to Bertrand Schmitt, who is stepping down, as announced earlier this week. Refined new strategy Tjarko Bouman is currently CEO of NTS Group, a global company that develops, produces, assembles, and tests complex (opto) mechatronic systems and mechanical modules for high-tech OEMs in sem...

The CAREL Group has published a new white paper on humidity, temperature, and heat recovery control in painting processes, to disseminate knowledge that can be useful in reducing energy consumption and environmental impact, as well as obtaining high-quality and long-lasting coatings. Paint booths are subject to several national and international regulations and standards that define the essential design requirements to ensure proper operating and safety conditions for operators and equipment.&n...

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...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, will underscore the critical need for the adoption of new and existing solutions at scale, accelerated climate policy and transparent emissions reporting during COP28 in Dubai, November 30–December 12. As the window for limiting global warming to 1.5°C continues to narrow, Trane Technologies steadfastly encourages bolder accountability in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals–including Gender Equality (SDG5), Affo...

Daikin Europe N.V. is launching Stand By Me – Certified Partner, a unique Europe-wide support program for heat pump installers. The program allows the installer community to manage Daikin’s residential heat pump technologies and is open for all installers to join. It builds on Daikin’s tradition of assuring a strong, pan-European network of highly skilled installers and technicians for the Daikin heat pumps. Daikin is enhancing its support for all installers, ensuring the mark...

Fiona Hodgson, Chief Executive of the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers Federation (SNIPEF), has expressed frustration over the Scottish Government's decision to delay the banning of gas boilers, highlighting the significant impact on the plumbing and heating industry and public confidence. Author's quote "SNIPEF has consistently questioned the government's unrealistic targets for phasing out fossil fuel boilers," Hodgson stated. "This delay, although not entirely unexpected aft...

The CO-REF Vietnam (Cold Chain & Refrigeration Exhibition) is gearing up to be a flagship event, poised to unravel the latest advancements, technologies, and solutions in the dynamic realm of cold chain and refrigeration. Scheduled to take place on May 23 - May 25, 2024, the exhibition promises an immersive experience at the World Trade Center, in Binh Duong New City, Vietnam.  logistics and refrigeration systems The CO-REF Vietnam 2024 is not just an exhibition; it is a convergence...

Darren Gibula has recently returned to LG Air Conditioning Technologies as Vice President of Operations. In this new capacity, Darren has direct oversight of the following areas: business systems, operations, training, aftermarket support, and technical support call center. Darren will also work to provide the best possible customer experience and anticipates working cross-functionally with LGEAI, HQ, and others on many continuous improvement initiatives. Additional details Additional de...

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...

Daikin Applied has introduced Magnitude® WMT, a next-generation magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller that is able to deliver market-pioneering energy efficiency at all points of operation. performance and reliability WMT is the only chiller designed for the ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant R-1233zd(E) that also features oil-free magnetic bearing technology and a two-stage compressor. This combination provides premium performance and reliability while helping decrease c...

The New Flat Rate, the No. 1 price-generating software for home service contractors, has announced the launch of HVAC Lite, their new pricing menu that helps limit technician resistance by providing a straightforward language for HVAC tasks. Different from the fully-featured version of The New Flat Rate’s pricing menus, HVAC Lite removes the verbal packaging component and replaces it with tasks that are written in everyday language. HVAC Lite “The New Flat Rate was designed to do...

Baxi Heating’s parent company BDR Thermea Group announced that its CEO, Bertrand Schmitt, will be stepping down with effect from 31 December 2023 to pursue other opportunities outside the company. Under Bertrand’s leadership over the past seven years, BDR Thermea entered a new phase of growth and innovation. He drove and implemented his vision to make BDR Thermea Group a pioneering, globally recognized provider of sustainable heating solutions and services. heat pumps and hybrid sy...

The Chemours Company, a global chemistry company with pioneering market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials announced the creation of an international F-gas Lifecycle Program across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. The program aims to advance the safe, global recovery, reclaim, and reuse of fluorinated gases (F-gases) across its low global warming potential (GWP) Opteon™ products, Freon™ refrigerants, and FM-200&...

The fourth edition of UL 60335-2-40, the Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular Requirements for Electrical Heat Pumps, Air-Conditioners and Dehumidifiers, was published on December 15, 2022. This bi-national standard includes the following updates:   Updated definition and test method for releasable charge with relation of refrigerant leaks into the occupiable space Refinement of leak detection system requirements to accommodate variou...

Heat pumps are not new technology. They have long been utilized in residential applications to improve the efficiency of HVAC systems, reducing overall energy costs. As a simple description, a heat pump is a mechanical refrigeration system that is engineered to operate in reverse mode, producing heating instead of cooling. technology drivers In recent years, there has been a trend of new and increased applications for this technology coming from two primary drivers: Advances in technolog...

Duraplas, a provider of innovative plastic solutions, announced its partnership with MARS, a renowned master distributor in the HVAC-R industry.  Duraplas will provide MARS and its extensive network with access to the innovative PolarPad line of condenser pads to reshape the landscape of HVAC-R products. PolarPad line The HVAC-R industry has long faced limited options for condenser pads due to industry consolidation.  This partnership introduces a welcome change as distributors wil...