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GE Profile is turning laundry into a statement of design and performance with the latest evolution of its award-winning UltraFast Combo with Ventless Heat Pump Technology. Pioneering the way are two striking new finishes—Sapphire Blue and Jade Green—bringing a vibrant, design-forward aesthetic and personality to the laundry space. With a range of color options now available for consumers to choose, these premium finishes were rigorously tested for durability, lighting interaction, and long-term color integrity, ensuring they look as exceptional as they perform.  Most connected laundry appliance But color is just the beginning. As GE Profile’s most connected laundry appliance, the UltraFast Combo gets better with every update when connected to Wi-Fi through the SmartHQ app. Now, new and existing owners can unlock five new downloadable cycles designed to further meet real-life laundry needs, including:    Kids Wear: Heavy-duty cleaning for tough stains while preserving vibrant colors   Hand Wash: Gentle care for delicate items  Drain & Spin: Removes excess water before sensor-driven drying   Sweat Stains: Extra agitation for stubborn stains   King-Sized Comforter: Cold water wash and max spin for faster drying of bulky items   Engineered for speed and simplicity Engineered for speed and simplicity, the latest UltraFast Combo can complete a wash and dry cycle in just 90 minutes with the time-saving efficiency of Quick Cycle mode. Warm, high-speed airflow gently removes moisture from garments, drying even large loads quickly with less heat. From king-sized comforters to delicate fabrics, everything goes from start to finish in one machine, virtually eliminating the need to hang dry or transfer clothes between machines for the ultimate one-and-done laundry experience.  Latest evolution of the award-winning UltraFast Combo “With expressive new finishes, intelligent updates, and faster cycles, GE Profile continues to redefine the modern laundry experience,” said Lee Lagomarcino, vice president of clothes care at GE Appliances. “The latest evolution of our award-winning UltraFast Combo is a testament to our commitment to innovation, delivering powerful, personalized laundry solutions that enhance everyday living and appliances that only get better over time.”  To keep performance at its peak, GE Profile has also introduced smart maintenance alerts, including notifications for Drain Pump and Lint Filter cleaning, plus an Out of Balance Alert to help correct uneven loads and improve dry times. 

mSupply, a major North American distributor of plumbing, appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen and pool and spa repair parts, recently celebrated the opening of a combination branch location and regional distribution center in Denver, USA.  Located at 9400 E. 46th Pl., Unit 100 in Denver, the facility features a unique mixed-use concept that includes both a Comfort Air Distribution branch and 200,000 square feet of warehouse space – roughly the size of four football fields. As an mSupply company, Comfort Air Distributing sells HVAC products and equipment to industry professionals in Colorado and portions of Wyoming. Since 1987, Comfort Air has been a trusted provider of top-notch brands, including Rheem, Honeywell and Aprilaire. regional distribution center The regional distribution center is stocked with thousands of repair parts for the HVAC, plumbing industries The regional distribution center, meanwhile, is stocked with thousands of repair parts for the HVAC, plumbing, appliance and commercial kitchen industries. It also offers locker pickup options for technicians who need after-hours access. They can order a part online, then pick it up – or leave a part for a return – before or after business hours in a secured locker. Word from mSupply VP "It's exciting to bring such a dynamic and wide-ranging inventory to the region," said Jennie Bryan, Regional Vice President, adding "This location houses products closer to the customer, so they can initiate repairs and installations more quickly and efficiently." More than 300 customers toured the new center on Wednesday, attending a vendor fair populated by the industry’s most popular brands. A free training class also was held on the Vulcan-Lokring tool, providing guests with expert insight on theory and application. The event was sponsored by the following corporate partners: Aprilaire Bosch Buche & Associates Contact Sales Danko Mechanical Sales Electrolux Endres & Associates FedEx GE iWallet JB Warranty Kuhlmann Group LG Marcone Servicers Association Milwaukee Tools MJM Associates Nu-Calgon Pinnacle Sales PlumbMaster Priest-Zimmerman Ram Business Services Resideo Rheem Rossware ServiceWorks TM Sales Vulkan-Lokring Whirlpool New Distribution center The new distribution center allows Marcone to ensure next-day delivery to 93% of the U.S. population with flat-rate ground service. It is the fourteenth such center dotted throughout North America and one of two regional distribution centers being opened by mSupply in 2025. The other is scheduled to launch in Vancouver, Washington later this year. In 2024, the distributor opened regional distribution centers in Denton, Texas; Calgary, Alberta and Kansas City, Missouri. Words from the CEO "mSupply's dedication to serving our customers is clear with our investment in well-placed distribution centers," said Asterios Satrazemis, Chief Executive Officer of mSupply, adding "This infrastructure allows us to make sure our customers are always able to get the Right Product. Right Now."

GE Appliances, a Haier company, celebrated its fourth annual ‘Blue Wave,’ a global initiative inspiring employees to volunteer year-round in their communities. During its Global Day of Service on Friday, GE Appliances set a new volunteer record—achieving more than 15,000 service hours in the U.S. alone and surpassing last year’s milestone of 10,964 volunteer hours. “At GE Appliances, we’re deeply invested in the communities we’re a part of,” said Kevin Nolan, company president and CEO. Making meaningful impact “The Blue Wave reflects that commitment. It’s about giving our employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. I’m constantly inspired by how our teams show up, partnering with nonprofits to create solutions that really make a difference where it matters most—right at home. It’s a testament to their dedication and passion for helping to improve the lives of those around them.” 525 employees participated in more than 24 volunteer projects across the city on Friday The Blue Wave, which grew from GE Appliances’ annual fall community service project, has expanded into a year-round program—building and strengthening partnerships with nonprofit organizations across the globe. In Louisville, home of GE Appliances' corporate headquarters, 525 employees participated in more than 24 volunteer projects across the city on Friday. Assembling playground equipment These included organizing food banks, preparing meals for seniors, assisting with financial literacy programs, setting up fundraising events, assembling playground equipment, landscaping, and cleaning local parks. Similar volunteer efforts also took place across the U.S. and internationally. Employees at GE Appliances’ other U.S. manufacturing facilities added another 234 volunteers who helped make a difference in their cities and towns. Employees at satellite offices in India, Korea, and China also engaged in the Global Day of Service.

AHR Expo was back in a big way for 2022, reflecting a dynamic industry that not only survived the pandemic but has found new ways to thrive. Technical developments on display in Las Vegas spanned traditional product categories, which continued to display new levels of innovation in a mature market. Also reflecting progress were new digital offerings that increase control and efficiency of HVAC products and link them to the expanding world of data.  Omar Tabba, the Chief Product Officer at Brainbox AI, said “You see a lot of vendors at the show, who are software value-adds to equipment, to systems, to sensors, and there is a more genuine openness and acceptance that this is a valuable thing,” Connected cloud-based applications Omar Tabba adds, “An important driver in the market is the ability to have cloud-based applications connected to buildings. Another driver is an intense scrutiny to come up with environmentally friendly solutions and to reduce the carbon footprint.” Brainbox AI is among the companies leveraging the value of data in the building environment and applying it to increasing energy efficiency and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Brainbox cloud-based system At the AHR Expo 2022 show, Brainbox announced a distribution agreement with ABB The Brainbox cloud-based system leverages data from building systems, analyzes it in the Cloud using Artificial Intelligence (AI), and then guides the system to optimize building HVAC operations in real time. The company has three primary pathways into the market - strategic accounts for large end users, systems integrators/resellers, and through OEM partners. At the AHR Expo 2022 show, Brainbox announced a distribution agreement with ABB, to sell their cloud-based product around the world, thus taking advantage of a large global platform. “The show has been great,” said Omar Tabba, echoing the feedback heard throughout the show from multiple exhibitors, adding “We were kind of apprehensive, given the pandemic, about whether the attendance would be good. We have been blown away. We had a full booth the first two days, and the third day was good as well.” Transitioning to Heat Pumps Electrification is a driving trend in the market and Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US introduced a product that can help to smooth the transition from gas- and oil-fire furnaces to heat pump systems. Their intelli-HEAT Dual Fuel system is a heat pump that is installed on top of a furnace with an intelligent system that enables switch-over back and forth between the two systems to maximize efficiency. Mitsubishi Electric’s intelli-HEAT Dual Fuel system This intelli-HEAT system helps home owners who are comfortable with a furnace system make the transition to a heat pump that provides hyper-heating, down to minus 13 degrees F. Depending on the climate zone, the changeover temperature can be adjusted to ensure efficiency and every hour the heat pump operates, means no burning of fossil fuels, which is good for the environment. At 40% better efficiency, the system provides a return on investment (ROI) within 5 to 10 years. Also, the system creates a pathway for contractors into the home for future business, as the electrification transition continues.  Kumo cloud system At the AHR Expo 2022, Mitsubishi Electric also highlighted the Kumo cloud system At the AHR Expo 2022, Mitsubishi Electric also highlighted the Kumo cloud system, an app-based controller for residential systems that manages every indoor unit from a single app and connects with Google assistant and Alexa for voice control of each zone. Also previewed at AHR Expo was the Lossnay system from Mitsubishi Electric, a new wall-mounted residential ERV (energy recovery ventilator); a fan moves air through opposing channels, with a heat membrane that transfers the heat from one air stream to the other. In effect, incoming fresh air is preheated by the exhaust air going out. Hybrid VRF on display On the commercial side, Mitsubishi Electric offered a hybrid VRF that uses water as a hydronic energy exchange medium rather than refrigerant. A refrigerant loop connects the outdoor VRF unit to the BC controller, while a water loop is provided to each indoor unit. One cost benefit is to avoid the rising cost of refrigerant, while water also avoids the possibility of a refrigerant leak that could impact fire safety, especially in a setting such as a school. HEAT2O system using VRF technology The HEAT2O system from Mitsubishi Electric uses VRF technology to heat water in tanks from 175 to 500 gallons and using CO2 as a refrigerant. Heating water with heat-pump technology allows for just the capacity needed, can prepare for peak flows, or can phase down when demand is low. A shift to concerns about indoor air quality (IAQ) and healthy buildings was evident at the Carrier booth, which highlighted a new certification program called ‘Carrier Certified Quality Air Systems’. “It’s important to educate people about air quality,” said Holly Rhodes, Associate Director for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Products for Carrier Corporation. OptiClean Air Scrubber using long-life HEPA filter The booth highlighted the OptiClean Air Scrubber that uses a long-life HEPA filter for larger spaces The booth highlighted the OptiClean Air Scrubber that uses a long-life HEPA filter for larger spaces, such as school cafeterias; the unit is on wheels and plugs into an outlet for easy deployment. There was also a smaller Room Purifier, available as a consumer product, which can purify air in up to 550 square feet of a home, with prices ranging from US$ 350 to US$ 500. Carrier Corporation displayed at the AHR Expo for the first time as an independent company, since spinning off from United Technologies Corporation (UTC). The Carrier booth assembled all their brands under one footprint at the show, providing one face to the market. Also featured was the Abound cloud platform that unites air handling, air purifier systems and services to enable users to visualize indoor air quality with graphs and a dashboard that balances air quality and energy usage concerns. 19MV Water-Cooled Centrifugal chiller On the commercial side, Carrier displayed a smaller-footprint 19MV Water-Cooled Centrifugal chiller, at 300- to 700-ton capacities, with an EquiDrive compressor for better efficiency and small enough to pass through double doors. A higher-tier product, the 19DV chiller, at 300 to 1150 tons, uses low-pressure, low-GWP refrigerant and leverages “free cooling” (i.e., with the compressor off) to increase sustainability. Complementary Lines for Ducted and Ductless Air and Water Solutions is the new brand that combines the GE Appliances, Haier and Hotpoint brands under an umbrella that combines resources and renews their dedication to the professional side of the business. At the AHR Expo 2022, Air and Water Systems announced reentry into the ducted space for the first time in 40 years; with a full line of the Unitary brand residential products, including heat pumps, air handlers and other equipment. The new line is complementary to their mature ductless line and provides a more complete menu of options. SmartHQ Service diagnostics platform There is also a template that allows installers to pre-drill holes to simplify installation The emphasis is ease of installation and service. For example, a ‘kick-stand’ allows a unit to pull out from the wall to make connections and then pop back flush to the wall. There is also a template that allows installers to pre-drill holes to simplify installation. When changing a PCB, it is not necessary to take the unit apart. The SmartHQ Service diagnostics platform provides visibility into the internal parameters and operation of a system. A plug-in interface tool collects data to provide dealer-installers insights to help with troubleshooting and maintenance, and to analyze historical operation data. Performance, efficiency and enhanced ventilation LG displayed Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology, energy efficient heat pumps, and emphasized indoor air quality and building connectivity products. The LG Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller uses inverter technology to provide hot and cold water for comfort and process applications with new levels of performance and efficiency. The LG Split Compact Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) helps to address ventilation concerns in the age of COVID-19.