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Manufacturing has long been considered a male-dominated industry. At Ziehl-Abegg, that perception is changing. Five women at the company’s North American headquarters are not only thriving in their careers, but also reshaping what leadership, expertise, and growth look like in modern manufacturing. “We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where women thrive in manufacturing roles,” said Carmen Deese, Vice President of Human Resources, adding “These wom...

Carrier Solutions UK has officially opened its fully refurbished London Colney training center, marking the next step in the company’s nationwide investment in dedicated HVAC engineer training.  The enhanced and extended facility will deliver industry-renowned education and hands-on experience with Carrier Solutions UK’s latest innovations and new equipment, ensuring engineers can access consistent, high-quality training across the country. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (former...

Resideo Technologies announced the industry-changing Honeywell Home ElitePRO smart thermostat, powered by Pro-IQ services. It delivers the precise comfort and reliability that HVAC contractors demand from Honeywell Home, America’s No. 1 most trusted thermostat brand,1 and goes beyond expectations to provide an intuitive user interface on Resideo's largest touchscreen ever. The new smart thermostat streams live video from compatible doorbells, offers seamless indoor air quality (IAQ) monit...

Marley Engineered Products, LLC., a pioneer in innovative heating solutions, proudly highlights its expanded line of Infrared Radiant Heaters. Designed to offer unparalleled comfort and efficiency, these heaters are the perfect solution for a variety of applications, seamlessly blending into any space while providing silent and efficient warmth. Marley Engineered Products’ Infrared Radiant Heaters are engineered to enhance the visual appeal of any space. With a variety of mounting options...

In the heart of the Chianti region, CAREL has supported Merenti Refrigerazione in developing a technological solution for Antica Macelleria Cecchini, designed to preserve the quality of the meat through precise control of temperature and humidity. The project successfully combines respect for traditional craftsmanship with the efficiency and reliability of advanced control systems. CAREL’s Ultracella technology The initiative stems from Dario Cecchini’s desire to en...

Interplay Learning, the pioneering provider of immersive skilled trades training, has won the 2025 Instructional Impact Award by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). This prestigious recognition highlights Interplay’s ability to deliver measurable results through innovative instructional design and impactful training solutions. Interplay’s ongoing commitment This is not Interplay Learning’s first recognition from IACET. In 2024,...

With the refrigeration industry managing the challenges of the transition to low-GWP refrigerants, Danfoss is looking forward to bringing its newest solutions for sustainable industrial refrigeration to the upcoming RETA National Conference, October 20-24, in Spokane, Wash. Conference attendees are invited to visit booth #1409 to learn more about how Danfoss technologies are enabling industrial refrigeration customers to implement low-GWP refrigerants safely and effectively. Danfoss BOCK HGX56...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s pioneering solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVACR and building construction trades, announced several new tools making their debut at METALCON 2025, including new Drip Edge Folding Tools, expanded hex sizes for the 7-in-1 C-RHEX® Flip Bit, and the TurboShear® Rotary Panel Cutter. “At The Malco Group, our mission is to create innovative solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of metal roofing and buildi...

Prima Power, a pioneer in sheet metal working manufacturing solutions, showcases its advanced combination of punching and laser cutting technologies through two machines: the Combi Genius and the Combi Sharp. The Combi Genius is a next-generation punch-laser combination machine that redefines flexibility, productivity, and efficiency. Designed to meet the demands of modern manufacturing, it integrates high-speed punching and precise fiber laser cutting within a single, compact footprint &m...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a fully modular energy transfer system integrated with Armstrong’s Envelope platform for optimized selection and operation. Featuring heat load ranges from 56 to 840 tons, the new System Envelope - Energy Transfer Station (SE-ETS) uses a modular, packaged design to reduce lead-time, provide the lowest first cost, and reduce pump energy use by up to 50%. Optimization of performance Optimization of performance starts at the selection stage, with c...

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...

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...

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...

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...

LG Electronics (LG) is expanding the global availability of its latest air-cooled Inverter Scroll Chiller, a next-generation heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) solution that supports the worldwide shift toward low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants and sustainable technologies. The new model adopts R32 refrigerant, which has a GWP approximately 70 percent lower than R410A. Designed as an inverter-driven heat pump system, the chiller delivers both chilled and hot water,...

HANSA Klimasysteme GmbH, based in 26683 Saterland / Strücklingen, has stood for customized, high-quality ventilation and air conditioning units for every conceivable application in industry and buildings since 1961. Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of the time. Customized system solutions for ventilation and air conditioning units in all areas of application are what HANSA Klimageräte GmbH is offering. The company is focusing on innovation and development in order to...

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...

Carrier Commercial Service and Automated Logic Field, part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, have launched the first cohorts of TechVantage Ignite, a program to develop the next generation of commercial HVAC technicians and controls engineers. TechVantage Ignite combines classroom training and self-paced online learning with mentorship and on-the-job training. The program begins with a two-week introduction at Carrier University’s C...

Trafag, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-accuracy measurement devices, highlights the NAT 8252 Industrial Pressure Transmitter, designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial monitoring and control systems. With its ultra-compact design, fully welded stainless steel construction, and broad customization options, the NAT 8252 delivers a powerful combination of performance, reliability, and adaptability. NAT 8252 Industrial Pressure Transmitter Engineered with Trafag’s robus...

Housecall Pro has launched AI-powered, hands-free invoicing within its pioneering home services software platform. With simple voice commands, field technicians in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other skilled trades can now generate and send invoices—eliminating manual entry and accelerating payments. “Every minute you spend on paperwork is a minute you're not earning money or serving customers," said Roland Ligtenberg, Housecall Pro Co-Founder and SVP of Innovation. "We built th...

CAREL, the Italian multinational specializing in control solutions for refrigeration and air conditioning, will be exhibiting at Host Milano 2025, the major international event for the hospitality industry. CAREL’s presence at the event will focus on solutions for food service, combining energy efficiency, reliability, ease of use, and elegance. In plug-ins for professional and commercial refrigeration, the latest-generation electronic controls manage continuous modulation of compressor...

The Sensaphone® Sentry monitoring system gives facility managers peace of mind by keeping a constant watch on HVACR performance and environmental conditions. Operating 24/7, the cellular-based device tracks up to five key factors, including temperature, humidity, water leaks, power status, and more, making it ideal for HVACR, boiler, chiller, and cold storage applications. Sensaphone Sentry system The Sensaphone Sentry system enables proactive equipment protection through early detection...

Eurovent has released a Recommendation on AHU controls in Building Automation under the revised EPBD, outlining how integrated systems support compliance, enable monitoring, and optimize energy use. The recommendation outlines the capability of available AHU control systems to foster objectives of Directive 2024/1275, Recast EPBD, in a technically and economically feasible way. It provides recommendations on specific requirements to be implemented in the transposition of the Directive by M...

Saudi Arabia’s construction sector continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, with more than $400 billion worth of projects in the pipeline under Vision 2030. Against this backdrop, the 2nd MEP International Conference (MEPIC 2025) will take place on 10–11 September 2025 at JW Marriott Riyadh, in Riyadh, KSA, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to discuss the evolving role of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in shaping the Kingdom’s f...

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 experts for a day of real conversations between users and designers, practical technical insights, and hands-on access to future...

Baxi has launched the Amptec S, a state-of-the-art electric system boiler to provide an energy-efficient alternative heating and hot water solution to gas. As a pioneer in sustainable heating solutions, Baxi’s expansion of its established portfolio of electric boilers signals its ongoing commitment to enable installers to offer an alternative heating solution with the removal of gas without compromising on comfort. Reduced energy use and running costs Amptec S is open in six models, ran...