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

For those who are looking to replace or upgrade their HVAC system, they’re in luck as there are new tax credits available that can help them save quite a bit. These tax credits were created as part of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. They allow property owners to get up to a few thousand dollars back, when they purchase and install a new qualifying heat pump, air conditioner, furnace, or biomass boiler. The tax credits also cover certain high-efficiency appliances or appliances that have...

Viessmann has introduced the Vitovolt 300 solar PV system to the UK to make it easier for British home owners to cover as much of their electricity needs as possible through renewable energy. The powerful and efficient, quality-assured photovoltaic solution comes with a 15-year product guarantee and incorporates a modular package of accessories that fit together seamlessly. The result is a Viessmann ecosystem for tailoring to the needs of individual households, which can include sustainable he...

Research shows that businesses around the world remain concerned about the impacts of energy security and prices, which could be a catalyst for a range of environmental, social and economic ripple effects. According to ABB Electrification’s Energy Insights survey of 2,300 leaders from small and large businesses across a range of sectors, 92 percent of respondents feel that the continuing instability of energy is threatening their profitability and competitiveness. Energy costs and insecu...

Finally, building managers can put away the complicated spreadsheets, and use a single digital dashboard to assess carbon footprints, set targets, and manage and track emissions. Johnson Controls (JCI), the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, sustainable buildings, announces Johnson Controls OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor, which uses digitally automated data collection and analytics to manage and track scope 1 and 2 emissions and assist building owners in reporting for certification and co...

Eurovent Product Group ‘Rooftop Units’ has published the first release of its Guidebook on rooftop units. The Guidebook gives an insight into types, design, applications, operation, selection and maintenance of rooftop units. Eurovent has published it’s first-ever Guidebook on rooftop units, which provides a comprehensive overview of the rooftop technology. Eurovent’s first-ever Guidebook on rooftop units The Guidebook is the first compendium of its kind developed by t...

At ISH 2023, to be held in Frankfurt from 13 to 17 March, CAREL will be participating for the first time ever as a Group, presenting a global HVAC offering together with Group companies Enginia, HygroMatik, Klingenburg, and Recuperator. Sustainable solutions On show will be a complete range of innovative and sustainable solutions to improve indoor air quality, increase performance and reduce energy consumption. The primary objective is to guarantee correct air recirculation, as well as to co...

Meet the Eurovent Team at ISH in Frankfurt from 13-16 March. ISH is one of the trade fairs for HVAC which focuses on sustainable heating and air conditioning technology as well as intelligent home systems. The Eurovent Team members Francesco, Igor, Ngoni, and Stijn will be at the trade fair. Visitors can request a meeting with them by simply sending them a message or calling on their mobile phones. Their contact details can be found on the Eurovent website. joint reception Eurovent will hav...

Johnson Controls., the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has launched its first air-cooled scroll chiller in the U.S. to use R-454B refrigerant, the YORK® YLAA Air-Cooled Scroll Chiller, and the first free-cooling screw chiller in the U.S. to use R-1234ze refrigerant, the YORK® YVFA Free-Cooling, Variable-Speed Screw Chiller, driving efficiency of performance and getting ahead of the regulatory curve. R-454B and R-1234ze refrigerants have among the lowest g...

Airzone, the pioneer in dynamic HVAC control solutions, announces the long-awaited launch of Easyzone in the North American market. Easyzone is a plug-and-play, all-in-one zoning solution for concealed inverter and VRF HVAC units. At launch, Airzone will offer custom zoning kits for Samsung, Daikin, Mitsubishi, and LG systems, with more to come throughout 2023. Easyzone is well established in the European marketplace as an easy-to-install and energy-efficient zoning solution. It ships as a pre-...

DENSO Corporation and DENSO Fukushima Corporation have announced that they will start a demonstration project at DENSO Fukushima in March 2023, in order to produce and use green hydrogen at its plant, in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation, as part of the initiative to realize carbon-neutral manufacturing. Through the demonstration project, the two companies aim to build a model of local production for local consumption of hydrogen and realize carbon-neutral plant. Under the slogan...

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a key element for the future reduction of air transportation’s carbon footprint, and Airbus is continuing its testing of this bio-jet fuel with a new VOLCAN flight test campaign using the best-selling A320 Family aircraft. An A321neo took off from Airbus’ headquarters in Toulouse, France with both of its engines powered by 100% unblended SAF. Since the end of February, the aircraft has been closely followed by a data-collecting airplane with the mi...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a renowned global provider of home comfort and security solutions and distributor of commercial and residential security and audio-visual products, announced it has completed the acquisition of privately held distributor BTX Technologies, Inc. ("BTX"), based in Hawthorne, New York, USA. Founded in 1967, BTX Technologies, Inc. is a major distributor of professional audio, video, data communications and broadcast equipment. Additionally, BTX offers a private brand port...

AGronomic IQ is a globally renowned company that builds all-in-one grow room HVAC systems to deliver precise temperature and humidity control with exceptional energy efficiency. Servicing the commercial cannabis grower industry, the Ottawa-based manufacturer, which also operates from a 150,000-square-foot facility in Montreal, has been a flag-bearer for energy efficiency from the get-go. Agronomic IQ opts for A readily applicable solution When supply chain constraints forced Agronomic IQ to s...

Airbus Helicopters has partnered with the Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation to develop CityAirbus NextGen’s future missions for medical services in Norway. eVTOL aircraft To this end, the parties will jointly measure the added value of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for a selection of medical services use cases across the country to integrate the operational requirements right into the configuration of Airbus’ eVTOL. Focusing on how eVTOL aircraft can be...

HVAC & Refrigeration Live (HVACR Live), the UK’s only dedicated national exhibition for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration sectors will take place from 18 to 19 April 2023 at London Excel. HVACR Live comes at a time when trade shows are seeing a resurgence in the post-COVID and post-Brexit world. European manufacturers are keen to consolidate their presence in the UK while those from further afield see the opportunity to make new trade deals directly with UK...

Eurovent India will be at ACREX India 2023, an exhibition which is scheduled to take place from March 14 to March 16, 2023, for air conditioning, heating, ventilation and intelligent buildings, focused on advancements in the HVAC sector technology with exhibitors from more than 40 countries. Eurovent’s Vanshaj Kaul (Director India) and Markus Lattner (International Director) will be at the exhibition. Attendees can request a meeting with them by simply sending them an email or calling the...

Employment of HVAC mechanics and installers is projected to grow five percent from 2021 to 2031 with more than 20,000 job openings estimated each year on average over the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Despite the vast opportunity and ongoing skilled trades labor shortage, women remain significantly underrepresented only making up 2.3% of HVAC mechanics and installers in 2022. diverse and inclusive team Johnson Controls is actively working to increase the number of...

Uponor is enhancing its radiant manifold offering with the introduction of the new Commercial Stainless-Steel Manifold that provides more than double the gallons per minute (gpm) of standard manifolds to meet the demanding applications of large commercial hydronic distribution, radiant heating and cooling, snow and ice melting, permafrost prevention (cold storage), and Radiant Rollout™ Mat systems. accuracy and performance Designed for stronger capabilities, greater accuracy, and better...

Danfoss has officially finalized its acquisition of BOCK GmbH—a pioneer in CO2 and low-GWP compressors, a deal which was first announced late last year. The completion of the acquisition reinforces Danfoss’ position as a preferred destination for greener cooling and heating solutions. This announcement is made in parallel with Danfoss releasing strong 2022 results, which demonstrate the huge growth potential in products and solutions that contribute to meeting global and regional cl...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has launched the newest development in the Choice line of commercial rooftop units (RTUs) available from Johnson Controls®, YORK® and TempMaster®. The 12.5- to 27.5-ton RTUs (rooftop units) surpass aggressive Department of Energy (DOE) 2023 efficiency standards by 6-45%, depending on the efficiency level, while maintaining an economical advantage. New product line of Choice RTUs We've ele...

The main goal in purchasing an air conditioner should be to enjoy cool and comfortable temperatures in the home. But to realize that goal, it’s not enough to select a reliable AC unit – they also need to ensure that it is installed properly and running efficiently. This sounds easier than it actually is, but the only surefire way to get it right is by investing in a professional AC installation. Still skeptical about it? The experts at Air Doc’s of the Treasure Coast are...

Energy Solutions announced that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has completed its review of the License Termination request for the La Crosse Boiling Water Reactor (LACBWR) Decommissioning project located in Genoa, Wisconsin. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission - NRC has approved the request for Energy Solutions to finalize documentation for the plant’s license transfer back to Dairyland Power. NRC completes review of License Termination request “We appreciate the NRC’...

Eurovent will participate at Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023, a trade fair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning in Poland, which is taking place from March 1 to March 3, 2023. The fair presents HVAC manufacturers who will be showcasing heating systems, heat pumps and heat exchangers, refrigeration systems and measurement technologies. Eurovent to participate in Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023 Igor Sikonczyk will be present at the Warsaw HVAC Expo 2023 trade fair Igor Sikonczyk, Eurovent’s Senior T...

Breathing in clean air is essential for health. Unfortunately, the air inside the homes can be more polluted than outdoor air. Poor indoor air quality can be caused by a variety of factors, including dust mites, mold, pet dander, and chemicals. In this blog post, Atomatic Mechanical Services discusses some of the common causes of indoor air quality problems as well as solutions to improve indoor air quality in the home. Common Causes of Poor Indoor Air Quality Dust Mites Dust mites are micro...

While winter is almost over, it’ll be here again before they know it – they need to be thinking about how they want to keep their home and walkway safe and snow-free next winter. Snow melt systems are a great solution for those in the cold Chicagoland area. They provide a fast, efficient, and cost-effective way to melt the snow around the home while also keeping them safe from slippery surfaces. Atomatic Mechanical Services explores the benefits of snow melting systems, as well as h...

Carbon monoxide detectors are designed to alert home occupants in the event of a carbon monoxide leak. But what do they do when they hear their carbon monoxide detector going off? Just because they don’t smell anything, or nothing seems out of the ordinary, doesn’t mean there isn’t a carbon monoxide leak in the home. In this blog post, Atomatic discusses how carbon monoxide alarms work and what steps they should take if one goes off, as well as the possibility of false alarms....

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been recognized by LexisNexis as one of the world's most innovative companies in its latest report, ‘Innovation Momentum 2023: The Global Top 100.’ Top 100 recognizes companies advancing innovative solutions to challenges and laying the intellectual property foundations for further breakthroughs. "We are accelerating our pace of innovation to achieve Johnson Controls' vision of smart, autonomous building...

When summer is in full swing, so is the demand for quality air conditioning. There are so many different styles and models to choose from, including ducted systems, refrigerated air conditioning, split system air conditioners, and evaporative units. If they are currently in the market for a new cooling system, this article is here to help. choices for air conditioning While these systems are perfect for certain situations, they will not be suitable for everyone Of all the cooling system...

Paragon House – an 11 story teaching block at the University of West London (UWL), has recently replaced its gas boiler heating system with a ground-breaking first for Europe and the UK, by Finn Geotherm installing three x 210kW Panasonic air-to-water heat pumps with a bespoke cascading thermostatic control system to heat the entire building. The University of West London were looking to improve the energy performance of the building in a more sustainable way, reducing their carbon footpr...

The Eurovent Team is going to be present at EuroShop 2023, from 27 February to 02 March, 2023. Euroshop is one of the most renowned world retail trade fairs, where manufacturers offer their products and solutions for retail industry, by showcasing their retail technology and store designs. The Eurovent Team members - Francesco Scuderi and Massimiliano Ferrario will be at the trade fair. Visitors can request a meeting with them by simply sending them an email or calling them on their mobile phon...