Variable Refrigerant Flow/Volume (VRF/VRV) News & Trends

YORK®, a premium brand part of the Bosch Home Comfort Group, has passed and exceeded the laboratory testing phase of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge for its rooftop unit (RTU). YORK developed an innovative, all-electric 15-ton heat pump, which allows for simultaneous compressor and electric heating to provide comfortable performance down to -10°F, while also minimizing the use of electric resistance heating. As a result, it helps to impr...

Distech Controls Inc., an innovative pioneer in intelligent buildings, announced an expansion of its Resense line of sensors and interfaces that create smarter, more dynamic spaces. The company’s award-winning product, Resense Move, introduced in 2024, is joined by a new line of Resense Air products. The expanded line strengthens the company’s position in redefining how spaces adapt and respond to the needs of occupants. Together with Resense Move, Resense Air empowers occ...

Q-PAC, a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of advanced commercial HVAC fan systems, is constructing a highly advanced airflow tunnel designed to set a new standard in the testing of multimotor plenum fans and similar fan systems in the HVAC industry. This tunnel will allow Q-PAC to conduct in-house, full-scale performance tests on entire multimotor fan configurations, providing trustworthy and highly accurate data that go beyond the limitations of extrapolating from single-fan tests. With...

Is it possible to engineer a sense of peace? That’s the challenge the development team behind Velvære has set for themselves. Velvære is a Park City, UT luxury development, which debuted its first residence in 2024. It’s named for the Norwegian concept of well-being, a way of life the entire community is built to promote and embody. Velvære “Velvære” includes not just personal satisfaction, but a sense of connection to nature; the practice of gi...

FLIR, together with Extech Instruments, announces the launch of several new products designed to give professionals smarter, faster, and more reliable ways to tackle inspections, diagnostics, and environmental testing. From underground plumbing inspections to refrigerant leak detection and air and water quality analysis, these new solutions extend Flir and Extech’s commitment to delivering rugged, accurate, and user-friendly tools for professionals across industries. FLIR VS80 High-Perfo...

This National Manufacturing Day, Ziehl-Abegg, Inc. proudly celebrates the skilled, passionate individuals who bring innovation to life every day on the factory floor. From machinists and engineers to production leads and apprentices, the Winston-Salem team has played a pivotal role in making 2025 the company’s strongest year yet, hiring 178 manufacturing jobs, earning multiple global sales awards, and achieving record-breaking growth month after month. Ziehl-Abegg’s North American...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s renowned solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVACR and building construction trades, has announced its new TurboShear® Rotary Panel Cutters. Designed for metal construction professionals, Malco’s new TurboShear® Rotary Panel Cutter (TSPC1) is the newest innovation in the TurboShear® line, built to handle tough jobs with confidence and deliver long-term performance without compromise. TurboShear® Rotary...

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...

Danfoss, a global pioneer in sustainable refrigeration solutions, announced the return of its Mobile Training Unit (MTU) to North America in 2025. The MTU provides hands-on training in transcritical sustainable refrigeration systems, helping original equipment manufacturers (OEM), contractors, and retailers achieve their sustainability goals and meet regulatory requirements. Equipped with live systems and trainer stations, the MTU offers immersive experiences designed to build confidence a...

Eurovent and UKHSA jointly release a scoping review examining the impact of indoor air quality and thermal conditions in educational buildings on health, well-being, performance, and absenteeism. Eurovent and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) are pleased to announce the release of a comprehensive literature review published in Environments, an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal on environmental sciences. How IAQ and thermal conditions impact The review synthesizes interdi...

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-...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been celebrated with a sweep of prestigious recognitions spotlighting its outstanding workplace culture and forward-thinking innovation. TIME, Fortune, Forbes, 3BL, and Glassdoor have all named Trane Technologies among this year’s best companies and workplaces. In just this month alone, Trane Technologies has been recognized in: TIME’s World’s Best Companies list for the third consecutive year; Fortune’s list of...

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...

During Climate Week NYC, Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced it has been named to Fortune's 2025 Change the World list, which recognizes companies delivering positive impact through business strategies. "Being named to Fortune's Change the World list affirms our purpose of enhancing the lives we live and the world we share," said David Gitlin, Chairman and CEO, Carrier, adding "This recognition reflects the passion of our nearly 50...

Baxi, part of the BDR Thermea Group, has announced the appointment of Alstom MD - Jason Baldock as the new Managing Director (MD) for Baxi UK & Ireland.  This follows the news that outgoing MD and Dutch national, Jan Rijnen has relocated to head up sister BDR company - Remeha, covering the Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg (Benelux) region. Jan will continue to be responsible for Baxi UK&I until Jason joins on October 1st.  Prior roles of Jason  Jason oversaw numerous...

Global pioneer in energy solutions Aggreko has bolstered its industrial HVAC and process temperature specialist support with two appointments across its European team. With over four decades of cross-sector experience at Aggreko between them, Andreas Essmann is now Business Development Manager for Temperature Control and HVAC in Europe North, while Christophe Chihaoui is Head of Temperature Control for France, and supporting Europe South. Heating and dehumidification solutions Aggreko special...

Wilo has bolstered its support for the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sector with the appointment of Lee Green as National Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland. Lee brings over 20 years’ experience in the HVAC industry with him, including stints at some of the nation’s largest merchants and manufacturers. indoor climate solutions Lee Green has specialized in business development, account management, and strategic sales leadership In this time, Lee Green has specialized in...

MILWAUKEE® expands the comprehensive ONE-KEY™ range to now include the M12™ Sub Compact FORCE LOGIC™ Hydraulic Press Tool with ONEKEY™. Users are provided with the ability to sync their tool with their phone utilizing wireless technology to access connected solutions for advancing on and off the job site. The M12™ Sub Compact FORCE LOGIC™ Hydraulic Press Tool with ONE-KEY™ features a state-of-the-art in-line...

A roundtable event hosted by heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi welcomed representatives from government and industry to discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding the decarbonization of heat in care homes. The roundtable was used to highlight the results of a recent Baxi research report. This summer, Baxi carried out a survey of over 400 care home managers, followed by an industry-led focus group to understand their attitudes towards decarbonizing heat in their buildings....

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...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced two groundbreaking developments: AI Control and ARIA, leveraging advanced technology to keep customers at the forefront of building optimization and energy management. “We’ve conducted hundreds of thousands of energy audits in commercial buildings and most operate about 30% inefficiently,” said Holly Paeper, President, Commercial HVAC Americas, Trane Technologies, adding “Through our purpose-built AI solutions for...

The European Climate Neutrality Observatory (ECNO) has released a 2025 report, which warns that building emissions remain one of the key roadblocks towards net-zero targets. Between 2018 and 2023, annual CO₂ cuts from the sector were about 16.5 million tons: and it has to double by 2030, the study says. The report points to stalled renovations as the main cause. Only 1% of buildings are upgraded each year, while deep retrofits reach just 0.2-0.3% of the existing stock. At the same time, embodie...

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...

New England-based HVAC distributor - API of New Hampshire/Delta T announced the retirement of longtime leader - Robert Engel, Jr. The successor to a business started by his father, Robert Engel, Sr., he has been a noted member of the HVAC community throughout the region. Engel grew up in the business, focused on supporting the success of area independent HVAC contractors. "It has been the honor of a lifetime to be part of this business," said Robert Engel, Jr., adding "This is the company my...

Saudi Arabia’s Western region is currently building on its $692 billion construction projects pipeline, representing 55% of the Kingdom’s $1.25 trillion development plan (Source: Knight Frank). In response to this burgeoning scale of opportunity, Jeddah Construct, the largest construction event in the Western Province, returns for its second edition from 28 – 30 September 2025 at the new Jeddah Superdome. Following a successful launch in 2024, the exhibition, organized by dmg...

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...

SmartAC.com has unveiled its newest evolution: the HVAC industry's first truly all-in-one membership retention and growth platform. For decades, contractors have been trapped in a cycle of re-buying the same customers year after year through expensive advertising and search. This enhanced SmartAC solution breaks that cycle by not only streamlining customer membership management, but also integrating powerful digital marketing, automated review generation, and multi-channel customer acquisition...

Ruskin® has relaunched its patented XP500 aluminum extreme weather louver with a new, low-leak flange mounting option. The new flange frame XP500 provides the same high performance as the standard model with easier installation and streamlined shipping. Ruskin XP500 louvers “The new flange frame option for Ruskin XP500 louvers is a direct result of customer feedback,” said Andrew Jones, Product Manager for louvers at Ruskin. He adds, “Designed f...

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC) highlights the Vertex® evaporative condenser, where peak reliability meets easy maintenance with enhanced materials, corrosion resistance, and remote monitoring. The Vertex condenser uses evaporative cooling and is an inherently sustainable solution for industrial refrigeration and process applications. Offering maximum uptime with easy and safe accessibility, it also has the lowest total cost of ownership with the lowest installation, ma...