2LA flammable refrigerants - News
In the dynamic world of HVAC/R technology, they at NAVAC are constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation to address the industry’s evolving needs. One of the most exciting developments in recent years is the emergence of A2L refrigerants, such as R-32 and R-454B, promising a greener future for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. While these refrigerants offer lower global warming potential, their higher flammability presents challenges that demand innov...
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a pioneering supplier of Ductless and Ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump and air-conditioning systems, announces its upcoming launch of a new line of products utilizing a low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, marking a significant step forward in environmental sustainability in light commercial and residential heating and air-conditioning solutions. The new products are anticipated to be available in early 2025...
Geokey announced a new app integration with Resideo Technologies, a pioneering global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security, and safety, to provide multi-family dwellings access to enhanced smart home comfort and energy efficiency. The integration will transform the way residents take control of their indoor comfort and give building owners a way to monitor energy use and achieve savings. As part of this collaboration, Resideo’s Honeywell Home smart ther...
The HVAC industry is beginning to transition to new refrigerants required by the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020, which gradually phases down the use of existing classes of refrigerants and establishes new requirements for the refrigerants used in air conditioners and heat pumps. The new class of refrigerants has a lower global warming potential than current ones. As part of this transition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set transition dates for new equipm...
To address growing concerns about climate change and environmental sustainability, regulatory bodies, consumers and other stakeholders have placed an increased focus on the reduction of potent greenhouse gas emissions, such as traditional hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants, to the atmosphere. In the U.S., several states have introduced measures curtailing the use of these products, including the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB’s) global warming potential (GWP) limit of 750,...
DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the pioneering manufacturer of humidity control, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, is pleased to announce that Eric Skare has joined DriSteem as Senior Product Manager. Eric will oversee DriSteem’s Adiatec® evaporative cooling and humidification systems, which include high-pressure atomization and ultrasonic technologies. He will also manage DriSteem reverse osmosis water treatment systems and pre-treatment solutions. Compliance to t...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has launched a brand-new suite of redesigned, innovative, and environmentally friendly residential products that have been optimized for use with the low-GWP refrigerant R-454B, with delivery dates this quarter. “Designing future-ready technologies to meet upcoming standards reflects our overall commitment to driving sustainability while reducing install time and maintenance costs for our custo...
Danfoss is supporting the transition to low GWP refrigerants with its new DST G series of A2L refrigerant detection sensors, which feature a revolutionary patented inverted design. DST G series As HFC phasedown continues and A2L refrigerants become more widely adopted, the G series of sensors allows building owners and HVAC/R manufacturers to implement these new refrigerants with confidence. Thermal conductivity provides the best solution for A2L gas sensing. Built with thermal conducti...
Danfoss, a global pioneer in climate and energy solutions, has joined forces with Enersponse, a distributed energy resource (DER) management company based in California, to introduce cutting-edge services for American supermarkets.This collaboration aims to enhance energy flexibility in HVAC and refrigeration systems by unlocking benefits for the food retail sector with the Automated Demand Response (Auto-DR) solution. Energy efficiency The food retail industry is transforming through digitali...
For over 55 years, Danfoss Sensing Solutions has supplied innovative sensing solutions to HVAC/R system builders around the world. Now, as the industry transitions to low-GWP refrigerants, Danfoss has put its decades of sensing experience to work to design the safest and most accurate A2L refrigerant detection sensor on the market. A2L refrigerants Thermal conductivity provides the best solution for A2L gas sensing Built with thermal co...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of the YORK® YVWH Water-to-Water Dual Variable Speed Screw Heat Pump, the first screw heat pump in North America to use R-1234ze refrigerant. R-1234ze is a refrigerant with an ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) of 1, enabling the YVWH to go considerably beyond the refrigerant regulations that go into effect starting January 1, 2025, as currently proposed by the U.S. Environmental...
A-Gas, a globally renowned company in responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, announces its attendance at AHR Expo 2024. The conference and exhibition will bring HVACR industry professionals together in Chicago, Illinois, USA from January 22-24, 2024. Conference attendees can visit A-Gas at booth #S7197 in the South Building to learn how lifecycle refrigerant management incentivizes safe recovery and capture of refrigerant gases, which, in turn, enables a continued supply of HFC r...
Trane Supply, Trane Technologies’ HVAC parts and supply solutions business, and A-Gas are making refrigerant reclaim easier than ever for Trane Supply Customers so that together, they can increase their positive impact on the environment. Refrigerant reclamation involves processing used refrigerants to meet AHRI-700 specifications and performance. Reclaiming refrigerants reduces the need to manufacture virgin refrigerants, substantially reducing potential emissions and contrib...
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...
A new zero GWP/ODP compact ammonia chiller has been developed to future-proof end users against F-gas changes, while offering excellent energy efficiency, low running costs, and extended working life. The AMChill packaged chiller, developed by natural refrigeration specialist KGM Refrigeration Ltd with support from BITZER UK, runs on an ultra-low charge of ammonia, made possible by a new design that overcomes the need for a flooded evaporator. lightweight and compact Based on high...
Mitsubishi Electric will be exhibiting at CIBSE Build2Perform Live 2023, from 5th to 6th December, 2023 at ExCeL, London, United Kingdom, showcasing the range of commercial heat pumps and Hybrid VRF air conditioning solutions, including the Ecodan QAHV commercial heat pump and the City Multi Vertical Hybrid Branch Controller (HBC). The Ecodan QAHV utilizes CO2 and is specifically designed for commercial sanitary hot water applications. It can deliver hot water up to 90°C, making it an ideal...
In recent years, the field of refrigeration has witnessed a transformative shift, marking the dawn of a new era guided by ecological consciousness. As environmental concerns gain momentum and the need to mitigate climate change becomes more urgent, synthetic refrigerants known for their harmful impact are making way for a generation of ecological alternatives. Widely used but harmful Refrigeration equipment with standard, synthetic refrigerants is still widely used in many countries. The most...
Rheem, a global manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, received top honors in the plumbing category for its Triton® Light Duty (50- and 75-gallon) product in the AHR Expo’s 2024 Innovation Awards. Developed as a solution for small business owners seeking maximum hot water delivery, Triton Light Duty commercial units provide up to 97 percent thermal efficiency. “Rheem is committed to leading the industry with innovative, sustainable and smart products,” sai...
Laars® Heating Systems, a U.S. designer and manufacturer of boilers, water heaters, and pool heaters used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, will highlight innovation and efficiency at the 2023 American Society of Plumbing Engineers Tech Symposium in Bellevue, Washington, September 28 - October 1. Delivering opportunities “The ASPE Tech Symposium is one of the premier annual events for the plumbing industry,” said Chuck O’Donnell, director of marketi...
Danfoss is pleased to announce its participation in Busworld 2023 event, which is taking place at the Brussels Expo, in Brussels, Belgium, from October 7-12, 2023. This will be the first time that the company will exhibit at the trade show, since acquiring BOCK GmbH in March 2023. Danfoss representatives will be on-hand to demonstrate the entire line of BOCK mobile CO2 and low-GWP compressors – including the CO2 StarCO2mpressor with its innovative 'star' drive design – as well as th...
Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment and systems, is excited to unveil its new CO2 Transcritical Certification class, designed to empower experienced refrigeration professionals with advanced knowledge. This course builds on the foundation of the CO2 Transcritical Technology 101 program. This advanced class focuses on CO2 transcritical refrigeration systems, equipping attendees with the skills to master controls, startup...
Kelvion's new online tool guides users to the right heat exchanger for HVAC and refrigeration applications with just a few clicks. In supermarkets, data centers, or food processing, cooling is indispensable. By using the appropriate heat exchanger, plant operators can work efficiently while reducing CO2 emissions. But how do find the most suitable heat exchanger for the system? With the interactive online platform, K°oolville, Kelvion is launching an innovative product finder that lead...
Fieldpiece Instruments, the manufacturer of HVACR tools pros trust, announced two key achievements: the Fieldpiece CAT85K2 Combustion Analyzer HC was a Gold Winner in the 2023 Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration (ACHR) Dealer Design Awards, and the privately-held company was honored as one of 83 companies named in the 2023 Best Places to Work SoCal list. Dealer Design Awards Program The Dealer Design Awards Program, sponsored by ACHR the News magazine, recognizes product d...
Karen Boswell OBE, Managing Director of Baxi UK and Ireland, has been appointed the new chair of the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC). Succeeding the outgoing chair Steve Keeton, Director of External Affairs and Future Portfolio at Vaillant, Karen is the first female chair of the HHIC and is set to lead the membership following the Council’s recent AGM. Innovations and experience Since joining Baxi as Managing Director almost three years ago, Karen has successfully led Baxi...
Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator, has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators. The list ranks 100 global companies from a variety of industries that empower its employees to create new products, invent new ways of doing business or improve processes. Trane Technologies was also named as a finalist in the Sustainability category. “Relentlessly innovating for a more sustainable world is core to our business strategy, and every day...
Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced it has earned the Great Place to Work Certification for the third consecutive year. The certification is based entirely on feedback from the company’s employees. Great Place to Work® This year, 87% of Trane Technologies.’ employees say it’s a great place to work compared to 57% at a typical U.S.-based company. Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadersh...
UK-based renowned HVAC firm, Ideal Heating has unveiled a new dedicated training facility in Scotland, as it expands its world-class support to installers. The facility is located within The Energy Training Academy, in Dalkeith, near Edinburgh, a high-quality training and education center which opened its doors to engineers in January 2023. Ideal Heating unveils new training facility in Scotland The training room has now been launched with a special event attended by industry guests Ideal He...
ANEO Retail and Danfoss, the multi-national engineering group, are expanding their collaboration of innovative energy service solution for the food retail industry. After a successful establishment in Sweden, the journey now moves on to Denmark. ANEO Retail has developed a unique service model, ‘Energy as a service (EaaS)’, which allows grocery stores to subscribe to technical facilities as a service. The concept provides the customer with a highly flexible solution that gives acces...
Singapore Polytechnic (SP), Singapore’s first and oldest polytechnic, aims to be a national role model by making the entire campus CO2-neutral by 2030. The blueprint comes from the Danish town of Sønderborg, and the Danes will collaborate on the project. They hope this step forward for Singapore is just the beginning of a global scaling up. By 2030, at least one in five educational institutions in Singapore will be CO2-neutral, one of several goals in the ambitious Singapore G...
Baxi has launched a new range of Baxi direct and indirect hot water cylinders to complement the existing range from its Megaflo brand, giving installers a full choice of hot water storage options for customers. Designed and manufactured in the UK by the Heatrae Sadia hot water storage experts at Baxi, the new cylinders provide a high-performance and cost-effective option for heat-only and system heating setups. outstanding hot water performance Delivering up to 76 liters per minute of hot wat...
