Thermostats News & Trends

Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its final preparations for a trio of forthcoming energy sector events taking place in Europe and Asia. Visitors to the Teledyne GFD booth at All Energy 2025 (Glasgow, UK, 14-15 May), World Hydrogen Summit 2025 (Rotterdam, Netherlands, 20-22 May) and World Gas Congress 2025 (Beijing, China, 19-23 May) will learn for themselves the advantages of tapping into sector knowledge and solutions that stem from deca...

On National Apprenticeship Day, April 30, 2025, Ziehl-Abegg isn’t just celebrating a program—it’s celebrating people. People like Joshua Baxley, who walked through the doors of the company as a curious apprentice and now helps design next-generation airflow systems as a Jr. Project Engineer at the company’s state-of-the-art North American headquarters in Winston-Salem. Joshua’s journey is one of many that illustrates how apprenticeships are more than training&mdash...

HVAC wholesale giant Johnstone Supply recently honored Nidec Motor Corporation’s Morgan Silvey with its Leadership Award. The award was presented at Johnstone’s Spring Meeting and Trade Show in San Diego. Johnstone Supply representatives said Silvey was chosen for the award due to his leadership in achieving outstanding results with a clear dedication to excellence and partnership, contributing to substantial ECM motor growth in 2024. Johnstone’s Relationship with Nidec Silv...

Quilt, a pioneering innovator in smart home climate technology, announced an evolution in its business with the introduction of its Certified Partner Program, a collaborative initiative connecting HVAC professionals with Quilt's category-defining heat pumps. As part of this strategic expansion, the company is also broadening its service to three new markets this year - Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland - in addition to continuing its successful operations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Quilt&...

Fellowes, a fourth-generation workplace solutions corporation, specializing in advanced air quality management systems, has announced the launch of its ground-breaking Array networked air purification system featuring building management system (BMS) integration via BACnet/IP.  As the first and only localized BACnet-enabled air monitoring and purification system, Array sets a new standard for intelligent indoor air quality (IAQ) management. Elevated Air Control “Array redefines ind...

GF Piping Systems, Swiss provider of high-performance Flow Solutions, will showcase its cutting-edge direct liquid cooling (DLC) technologies at HVAC Korea 2025. From 9 to 11 April, attendees can visit booth B34 to explore the comprehensive polymer portfolio designed to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and longevity of mission-critical cooling infrastructure. Advanced liquid cooling solutions GF Piping Systems raises its advanced direct liquid cooling solutions, leveraging water’s s...

A newly built, state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility on the edge of Carsington Water in Derbyshire has bagged a coveted award for its heating and cooling system. Waters View, which is due to fully open to the public later this year, has been named as Ground Source Project of the Year at the National ACR & Heat Pump Awards 2025.  Sustainable comfort The installation features three 45 kW 350-G Vitocal ground source heat pumps The installation features three 45 kW 350-G Vitocal gro...

Anacove, the pioneering developer of AI-enabled, cloud-connected energy management solutions for the hotel industry, announced the formal market introduction of its Anacove Smart Thermostat as part of a complete line of energy management solutions that also include Anacove Staff Safety Alerts, Toilet Leak Detectors, and Asset Tracking Services. In tests with pioneering hotels for the last two years, including IHG Hotels, who have designated Anacove a preferred vendor, Anacove Smart Thermostats...

Baxi is encouraging social housing providers to ensure they have robust clean heat strategies in place for both new build and refurbishment projects following funding announcements in the Spring Statement. The call follows the government’s allocation of £2 billion to support the development of 18,000 new affordable homes, half of which is allocated for social housing. Sustainable social Housing Social Housing Fund in place to retrofit existing social housing and improve energy eff...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is introducing enhanced Modular Self-Contained (MSC) units to simplify HVAC installation. It enhances building performance, minimizing installation disruption and maximizing building productivity. The MSC’s enhanced innovative design streamlines the entire process from delivery to startup. Efficient Upgrades Made Easy “Trane's new MSC units are another example of how we are innovating to help current buildings upgrade to the most eff...

FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, introduced the Si1-LD. An industrial acoustic imaging camera that brings faster and more accurate compressed air leak detection to those operating on a modest condition monitoring budget. The new FLIR Si1-LD offers improved detection and quantification capabilities in comparison with the existing FLIR Si124-LD Plus, along with a higher upper limit frequency range.  Smarter Solutions FLIR Si1-LD offers improved detection and quantification capab...

The Minnesota Twins and Uponor, a GF Building Flow Solutions brand with North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.  Announced a multi-year partnership with a focus on enhancing and furthering the Major League Baseball club’s longstanding sustainability and community impact missions.  Partnering for impact This partnership marks Uponor’s first with a professional sports organisation supported by Oak View GroupConnecting the expertise of Uponor, a pioneer glob...

High-density applications are driving the shift toward liquid-cooled data centers. To address the increasing need for high-performance data centers, Munters, a technology pioneer in adaptable, energy-efficient air and liquid data center cooling solutions, has developed the LCX family of liquid-to-liquid Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) to supplement its existing Liquid-to-Refrigerant CDU product known as SyCool LCE. Built on proven components and backed by decades of engineering expertise...

A global climate innovator, has announced the new Trane® Hydronic Branch Conductor that helps retrofit and new buildings achieve higher energy efficiency and zone comfort from decarbonized, electrified heating and cooling without major structural disruptions. The Hydronic Branch Conductor, patent pending, supports simultaneous heating and cooling capabilities, and in certain applications can improve heating efficiency by more than 35%. Expanding Sustainable Chiller Solutions The company i...

GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, a provider of Uponor-branded products, is kicking off its pioneering with Water Tour to bring products and services directly to the professional construction industry. This mobile experience consists of a unique education and discovery space to promote the Uponor brand and showcase products, services, and innovation within the commercial domestic water design and installation sector. Recent 2025 AHR Expo The mobile unit made its debut at the recent 2025 AH...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the launch of the SpaceLogic™ Touchscreen Room Controller, an all-in-one device that leverages modern technology and seamlessly merges an innovative user interface with advanced functionality, setting a new standard for energy management and room control in buildings. Building owners and facility managers in both new and retrofit projects are under increasing pressure to...

Winter in Des Plaines, IL, can be brutal, and when the furnace keeps shutting off, it’s more than an inconvenience—it’s a real problem. Several common issues could be causing the system to malfunction, and understanding them can help determine whether it’s a simple fix or time to call in a professional. One of the first things to check is the thermostat. It might seem obvious, but sometimes the settings are incorrect or the batteries are running low. If the thermostat...

Carrier has launched a new line of K-Series WeatherMaker® Applied rooftop units available with more environmentally sustainable R-454B refrigerant, known commercially as Puron Advance. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The K-series is available in 20-to-60-ton nominal cooling capacities and features a robust indoor fan system and improved design for higher efficiency compared to legacy Carrier models. Variable Air Vol...

Workiz, the pioneering provider of field service management (FSM) solutions, announced a new collaboration with Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning. The two brands account for a large share of the residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. This strategic relationship marks another significant milestone for Workiz as it continues to grow its market share in the home services space and underscores its commitment to advancing the HVAC business...

Eurovent has released a second version of its Recommendation 9/12 on the performance efficiency standard for evaporative cooling equipment. The second edition includes radial fans, which are a sub-category of centrifugal fans. Evaporative cooling products The main purpose of this Recommendation is to define energy efficiency for mechanical draught evaporative cooling products and determine target levels to improve the energy efficiency of the population of mechanical draught evaporative cooli...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has been named a top thermal management provider for data centers by ABI Research. The recognition highlights Johnson Controls' excellence in innovation and implementation, driven by its comprehensive product portfolio, global presence, and customer-centric approach to the data center thermal management industry. Innovative building technologies "Johnson Controls has consistently exceeded market expectations for ther...

Furthering its vision to reinvent cooling to sustain the world, Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC) will showcase its sustainable refrigeration solutions at the 2025 IIAR Conference & Heavy Equipment Expo. From March 2nd to 5th in Phoenix, Arizona, BAC will display its line of commercial and industrial heat rejection products at booth #639. As a Gold Sponsor of the conference, BAC looks forward to connecting with industry pioneers and contributing to conversations surrounding the fu...

Furthering its vision to reinvent cooling to sustain the world, Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC) will showcase its latest innovations in sustainable cooling solutions at the AHR Expo 2025, the event for ‘everything new in HVACR’. This year’s Expo will take place from February 10-12, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Visitors are invited to explore BAC's groundbreaking products at Booth #6243, including the newly released immersion cooling tank, the T...

Marley Engineered Products (MEP), LLC., a pioneering choice among contractors for comfort heating and ventilation systems, will showcase its innovative line of products at the 2025 AHR Expo taking place February 10-12, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. At Booth 2511, attendees will experience four immersive “experience zones,” each designed to address distinct heating challenges and highlight MEP’s innovative products and technologies. With a focus on energy efficiency, advanced eng...

As the colder months approach in the Capital Region, ensuring the home’s heating system is in peak condition becomes a top priority. But if one and their family aren’t feeling as comfortable as they would like, one think that it’s time to consider a new furnace for the home. But how can one know for sure that the current furnace may be on its last legs? And what can users do if it doesn’t seem to be working properly? This article shares some of the signs the furnace will...

Hive has announced an upgrade to its smart thermostat technology, which now includes OpenTherm, delivering customers with OpenTherm-compatible Combi boilers a reduction of up to 12% in gas consumption. OpenTherm allows constant communication between the thermostat and the boiler, resulting in greater modulation of the flow temperature within a home heating system. OpenTherm-compatible heating kits The eco-tech brand will be rolling out its new OpenTherm-compatible heating kits The technology...

The new Sensaphone Sentry system is an easy, affordable remote monitoring solution to track HVACR equipment performance and critical conditions around the clock. Sensaphone will introduce the Sentry system at the AHR Expo 2025, at booth 1181, taking place from February 10-12, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, USA.  Sensaphone Sentry system The Sensaphone Sentry system uses cellular technology to remotely track up to five conditions, such as tempe...

Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been named America's Most Trusted® HVAC Brand for the 11th consecutive year by Lifestory Research. Trusted Study survey The 2025 Lifestory Research America's Most Trusted Study surveyed 8,856 consumers nationwide between January and December 2024 to identify the most trusted HVAC brand. Trane achieved the highest Net Trust Quotient score (113.4) among top HVAC brands and was named a 5-star Thermostat Brand in America...

Hamilton Specialist Referrals is a purpose-built state-of-the-art veterinary hospital caring for small animals. The clinic, based in Buckinghamshire, boasts the latest in cutting-edge, specialist treatments across four theater rooms, including an MRI and CT scanner. Hamilton Specialist Referrals brought in HVAC specialist - SFE Services to maintain its air conditioning systems across its pair of buildings, including the operating theaters and office space. Air quality is critical for Hamilton...

When the sweltering heat of summer arrives, air conditioning units become indispensable for maintaining comfort in homes and workplaces. However, neglecting the timely maintenance and repair of these systems can lead to significant energy inefficiencies, which not only inflate utility bills but also contribute to environmental degradation. Understanding the correlation between prompt repairs and energy savings becomes crucial as consumers strive to balance comfort and sustainability. This arti...