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TROX, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality ventilation equipment, has re-joined the association, Eurovent Middle East, after a year of absence, renewing its commitment to joint industry initiatives, in the fields of standardization, education and raising awareness. TROX has been active in the Middle East for over 50 years, providing ventilation equipment to a wide range of prestigious projects. efficient ventilation solutions In light of the increasing importance of adequate and e...
Users are introduced to the Kanomax Climomaster Hot-Wire Anemometers – 6501 Series models and probes. Kanomax covers what is included with these instruments, their features, benefits, and differences, applications, and operating procedures. Climomaster anemometers are research grade handheld hot-wire anemometers that promises level 2% m.v. accuracy, making it the most accurate hot-wire airflow meter in the world. It offers a ton of flexibility and options, including 8 different probes typ...
The EPA recommends cleaning the air ducts periodically, even if the user isn’t noticing any problems with the air conditioning system? Over time, dirt, grime, and other pollutants can naturally accumulate in the air ducts. Even if the user does not observe a problem with the air ducts, it could still mean a bigger problem may be on the horizon. Perhaps users are wondering whether or not the air ducts need service. In fact, regular cleaning of the air ducts is more important than expected....
There are a wide variety of pipeline temperature sensors. Each style, no matter how it is made or configured, is absolutely critical in the discussion of an efficient thermal loop. Pipeline temperature sensors can come in the form of a RTD, Thermocouple, Thermistor or even a mercury filled bulb and capillary tube. Configurations can be as small and thin as a human hair, or larger than human arm. No matter the style or mechanical design, if the sensor is not placed in the proper location, the ap...
Carrier Transicold has raised the bar for electric auxiliary power unit (APU) performance with its new lithium-ion ComfortPro® electric model that delivers double the air conditioning runtime provided by some competitive conventional battery-powered APUs. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. “The new ComfortPro model is the first electric APU capable...
One of the North East’s air conditioning, climate change, and temperature control specialists, HLA Services, has landed a string of notable government and local authority contracts. Supported by Teesside-based company OPPORTUNI and its smart tendering platform, HLA Services has realized success with some lucrative public sector contract wins, including Durham University, Newcastle University, and Northumbria Police. Strong business portfolio The wins have allowed HLA Services to grow th...
In an ever-changing environment like the data center, it’s most beneficial to have as many intelligent systems working together as possible. It’s amazing to think of how far technology has come from the old supercomputers the size of four filing cabinets to the present data centers that are pushing 1,000,000 Sq. Ft. Managing a Data Center’s Needs Historically, managing a data center was fairly straightforward. In all the growth, one finds digging into the nuisances of every l...
Many factors influence parents’ decisions about where to send their children to college. Concern about the quality of education and its cost weigh on their minds, but health and safety do as well. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by real estate services company JLL, college air quality is one of the top three factors parents consider in their college selection. The pandemic hit higher education hard. The risks of in-class learning remain a concern, especially with the emerg...
Ofgem has launched an investigation into Community Energy Scheme UK’s sales and customer service practices. Ofgem’s investigation is in relation to sales practices, and solar panel installations, for social housing tenants in Stoke-on-Trent. Investigation details The investigation will examine whether the company breached consumer protection rules, including potential breaches of the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and the Consumer Contracts (Informa...
Schneider Electric, the front-runner in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, received top ranking for performance in its sector by Vigeo Eiris (V.E), the principal European environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating agency and part of the Moody’s Group. Schneider has also been included among the world’s most sustainable leaders in the mid-year reviews of the FTSE4Good Index and Euronext Vigeo Eiris indices. Earlier in the year, Schneider Elec...
SK Sales Ltd congratulates their Swansea Branch Manager, Scot Wallace, who has recently celebrated 20 years of exemplary service with the company.
Ofgem is issuing Symbio Energy with a provisional order, which compels it to pay around £450,000 in full for a government environmental scheme. The Feed In Tariff (FIT) scheme (1), which is administered by Ofgem, provides payments to owners of small-scale renewable energy generators, and is funded through compulsory levies on suppliers (2). Any supplier that fails to pay its payment by the deadline of 11 August 2021 is in breach of the rules of its supply license (3). Symbio fails to ma...
In 2019, the UK government announced that it would be bringing in a ban on gas boilers. This was originally scheduled for 2025 but has since been brought forward to 2023. The ban will help the UK towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2050; it’s estimated that 14% of all CO2 emissions are produced by the homes, with gas boilers making up the majority of these emissions. There is some confusion around the ban, what it means for UK households, and the consequences of not installing a g...
In 2022, the International Energy Agency (IEA) will host its seventh Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency – this time in the Danish city of Sønderborg, which is working towards reaching net-zero before 2030. In order to ensure an effective and green transition, Denmark – as well as the world as a whole – has to use energy more efficiently. This can be achieved through ensuring more efficient heating and cooling of buildings or using excess heating in e.g. super...
Like a 400-meter relay squad, a major marketing initiative from Daikin North America LLC (Daikin), a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd. (DIL), the manufacturer of heating and cooling products, is sprinting out of the blocks this summer. Anchoring this marketing initiative from Daikin is a nationally televised ad campaign featuring a legendary gold medalist spokesperson. Plus, Daikin has teamed with The Weather Channel, providing exclusive Daikin Air Quality Index alerts broadcast throughout...
Facilities managers may wonder how building occupants feel about the indoor environments where they spend most of their time. They may be interested to know that a majority of occupants may not feel their buildings have safe air quality. At least that was the findings of a recent survey conducted by the consulting agency Savanta. Safe Air Quality Survey Results The survey included 1,165 participants ages 18 and over from Canada and the United States. Survey respondents spend time in...
LG Electronics (LG) announces its commitment to set targets to follow science-based targets with the goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in the use phase of major LG products by 2030, making LG the first Korean company to participate in the net-zero global campaign, Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The campaign, led by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) with support of the CDP, United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), World Resources Institute (WRI), and World Wide Fund for Nat...
On/Off temperature control is the most common and widely used method of controlling a thermal system bar none. That’s how users' home air conditioning and heating system is controlled, ovens, water heaters; 50% of all of the electric load in the US is from thermostatically controlled loads When it comes specifically to controlling a heating or cooling system in industrial applications, thermostats still dominate the control scene. Mostly due to low expense points and ease of use. S...
CoolAutomation’s product line will be exhibited by the local partner, Refrioutlet, who will introduce the visitors to the Internet of Climate solutions. About AHR Mexico According to the AHR Mexico website, the event will showcase products from 350+ exhibitors and is expected to draw crowds of more than 8,000 industry professionals from Mexico, Latin America, and various countries worldwide. It provides a unique forum designed expressly for the HVAC&R community, allowing professiona...
As the hotel sector thrives amid the UK’s staycation boom, a report has revealed opportunities for hotel design to include further well-being and comfort measures, so as to meet changing expectations from prospective guests. This comes as research from a survey of 130 M&E contractors and architects, working in hotel construction, revealed that over half (52%) of respondents believe well-being is value engineered, out of projects later on in the build. REHAU’s report, ‘Des...
Kanomax USA is excited to announce the launch of their new 6820 series of Rotating Vane Anemometers. The 6820 Series replaces the 6810 Series as Kanomax’s main rotating vane offering. Three models are available: the 6822, 6824, and 6825. The 6822 is their base model, which offers air velocity measuring capabilities. Model 6824 measures both air velocity and temperature. Model 6825 measures air velocity, temperature, and relative humidity (RH). New 6820 series of Rotating Vane Anemometers...
Armstrong Fluid Technology has selected industry veteran Stephen Hart as the new Sales Director, UK. In his new position, Hart will be responsible for leading the sales and business activities throughout the UK including developing and executing the sales strategy. With nearly 30 years of experience in sales, marketing and management, he has extensive knowledge across a variety of industry sectors. Hart joins Armstrong from Frese Ltd, where he served as Managing Director. He brings with h...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in energy management and automation, today launches GenieEvo Connected, a comprehensive, reliable switchgear range with unparalleled connectivity for asset health monitoring. GenieEvo switchgear is a pioneering solution for large industries and mid-sized buildings. It has a 40-year proven track record of enhanced safety and reliable performance with a long, durable service life in data centres, factories, buildings and energy infrastructure. e...
What is a PID controller? In previous articles in their series covering the thermal loop, they mentioned that there are 3 main types of temperature control: On Off, Proportional, and PID control. Now they intend to go a little deeper into PID Temperature control and how it can help users decide the best way to control the temperature system. PID control loop is the most accurate of all types of thermal loop controllers. First, let’s define what PID means: Proportional Integral Derivative....
In June 2021, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) conducted a review of the latest COVID-19 science, data, and guidance. After consulting with the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), OSHA issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) for employers, working in healthcare and healthcare support services. However, despite the name ‘COVID-19 Healthcare ETS’, the rule applies to any organization that provides first aid services. This could include schools...
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announces the upcoming launch of the WELL Performance Rating, a new designation rewarding building owners and operators for using measurable and validated building and human performance metrics to gain insights into health and well-being of the people inside and enhance conditions in their spaces based on those insights. The rating will consist of features drawn from the WELL Building Standard (WELL) along with new pathways and beta features that...
Temperature controllers are designed to perform the function of keeping an object or process at the desired temperature. In every application where controlling a temperature is required, a controller is used to set a temperature by way of a set point. A sensor of some kind is used to compare the temperature at that location to the set point required. Some applications require heat to maintain a specific temperature, while some require cooling, and others require both. Maintaining temperatu...
The energy price cap will increase from October 1, 2021 for the 15 million customers Ofgem protects. Those on default tariffs paying by direct debit will see an increase of £139 from £1,138 to £1277. Prepayment customers will see an increase of £153 from £1,156 to £1309. This increase is driven by a rise of over 50% in energy costs over the last six months with gas prices hitting a record high, as the world emerges from the COVID-19 induced lockdown. Surging...
Jobber, the provider of home service management software, releases its Home Service Economic Report: 2021 Mid-Year Review, which features expert insights and proprietary data aggregated from over 100,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, window washers, plumbers, and more, who use the Jobber platform. “The Home Service category has demonstrated resilience throughout the pandemic and continues to experience positive growth,” said Sam Pillar, CEO & Co-Founder at...
RectorSeal®, Houston, a manufacturer of quality HVAC/R and plumbing tools and accessories and a wholly-owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc., is a master distributor of GulfCoat™ Circuit Shield™ conformal spray coatings. Circuit Shield coatings When properly applied, Circuit Shield coatings provide a clear, micro-thin acrylic coating that protects surfaces from the harmful effects of corrosion caused by environmental forces such as salty ocean air. Further, it helps to miti...
