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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...

Great River Greening is proud to announce a bold, multi-year effort, supported by Uponor and the Minnesota Twins, to protect Minnesota’s most vital resource: water. Together, they aim to restore critical lands, strengthen the vitality of the waterways, and build healthier, more resilient communities for generations to come. By combining their strengths, this partnership unites Great River Greening, Minnesota’s pioneer in community-driven land restoration; Uponor, a GF Building Flow...

Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, announced that strong sponsor support is helping position its 2025 Bet on Yourself conference as one of the most impactful events in the organization’s 22-year run. Gratitude to incredible contributions “This group of sponsors has made the Bet on Yourself convention possible, and we want to extend our gratitude to the...

The International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 opened at the Expo & Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, marking a major convergence of innovation, expertise, and sustainability in the built environment sector. Spearheaded by BCA International, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), and in partnership with RX Singapore, IBEW is the anchor platform for a week of diverse activities catering to the entire built environment ecosystem. With industry ex...

National Pump Company, a recognized market pioneer in vertical turbine pumps, is expanding its NSF 61-certified product catalog with a substantial range of new material options, giving customers more flexibility than ever before in meeting specific project requirements. This latest update marks the most significant advancement to date. With the addition of 19 materials, the total number of NSF-certified choices has increased from 36 to 55 across 13 certified components. Extensive NSF material...

GE Technology Inc. (Getek) announces the launch of the ACU portable air cleaning unit. ACU combines high-efficiency particulate control with customizable molecular filtration in a self-contained mobile unit, offering a solution for indoor air quality and controlled-environment contamination control in both commercial and industrial settings. HEPA and Molecular Control Unlike conventional portable air cleaners limited to HEPA filtration and generic carbon media, the ACU offers ULPA-class parti...

In an era of rising energy costs and growing concerns about sustainability, organizations across industries are rethinking how they manage indoor climate control. While central HVAC systems remain essential in most facilities, portable HVAC units have emerged as a complementary solution that addresses specific cooling needs with greater precision and efficiency. By enabling targeted temperature control where and when it is required, portable systems can reduce wasted energy, improve occupant...

Oatey Co., a globally renowned manufacturer in the plumbing industry since 1916, announced that Liz Wells has been promoted to Vice President, Information Technology. Liz Wells joined Oatey nearly four years ago as Manager of IT Programs and most recently served as Director of IT Business Operations. Rise of Oatey’s digital abilities Throughout her tenure, Liz Wells’ leadership has been instrumental in shaping Oatey’s technology landscape, guiding the evolution of critical s...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Women 2025. Compiled in collaboration with market research company Statista, this prestigious ranking recognizes Trane Technologies’ efforts to create a workplace where all employees can thrive, lead, and are empowered to succeed. Exceptional talent at Trane Technologies “We are incredibly proud of the exceptional talent at Trane Technologies and the environme...

As part of a major decarbonization initiative in one of London’s most prestigious commercial districts, ACV UK, a renowned specialist in hot water and heating solutions, has delivered a fully electric plant room solution for a high-rise building in Canary Wharf. Featuring E-Tech W electric boilers and Smart L 600 indirect cylinders, the new system replaces the site’s gas-fired plant, supporting the client’s transition to a low-carbon future. Net-zero legislation The project...

The region’s premier built environment event, International Built Environment Week (IBEW), returns from 3–5 September 2025 with a renewed focus on elevating industry expertise through its inaugural IBEW Expert Series. Spearheaded by BCA International, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Building and Construction Authority, in partnership with RX Singapore, this year’s conference introduces a dynamic new format designed to drive deep knowledge exchange and empower built environme...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced the launch of the BrainBox AI Lab – igniting a new era in energy optimization for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions in the built environment and refrigerated transport. The Trane Technologies BrainBox AI Lab is dedicated to advancing technologies designed to support more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable building operations across the industry. Forefront of digital and AI solutions Organization is...

Q-PAC, a major innovator in the design and manufacturing of advanced commercial HVAC fan systems, is setting a new benchmark in fan performance, reliability, and installation ease with its flagship product. The Multimotor Plenum Fan (MPF) is reshaping traditional fan architecture in the HVAC industry as a fully integrated system designed to simplify installation, reduce downtime, and improve reliability across commercial buildings. Q-PAC Fan The Q-PAC Fan delivers superior airflow and built...

The widespread adoption of battery energy storage systems (BESS) serves as an enabling technology for the radical transformation of how the world generates and consumes electricity, as the paradigm shifts from a centralized grid delivering one-way power flow from large-scale fossil fuel plants to new approaches that are cleaner and renewable, and more flexible, resilient, distributed, and cost-effective. The dramatic growth of the electric vehicle market has accelerated the adoption of stationa...

SFA SANIFLO USA, a division of SFA Group and a global pioneer in above-the-floor macerators, grinders, drain pumps, and lift stations, has named Giulio Marcato to the position of Country Manager USA. Based at SFA Saniflo USA headquarters in Edison, he will report to Stéphane Harel, Deputy Chief Executive Officer at SFA Group. Strong background Marcato succeeds Regis Saragosti, who is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities “Giulio brings a strong background in pump t...

Automated Logic - Canada, Ltd., a major provider of innovative building-management solutions and a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced that it has acquired Control Solutions, Ltd. (CSL), an independent provider of integrated building-automation systems headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia. The transaction establishes ALC’s first company-owned controls field office in Vancouver, significantly expanding its intel...

Carrier Solutions UK has partnered with River Island and installing contractor - Bry-Kol Developments Ltd to deliver a tailored HVAC solution for the retailer’s newly expanded store at The Chimes Shopping Center, Uxbridge.  Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Precise climate control The project involved relocating River Island from a single-level space of 848 sqm t...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton announced that Gerald Johnson has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors effective July 23, 2025. Gerald Johnson is the retired Executive Vice President (EVP), Global Manufacturing and Sustainability, of General Motors, where he led the company's global manufacturing operations, labor relations, and sustainable workplace practices. Roles of increasing responsibility Over the course of his career, spanning more than 40 years at GM, h...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton is adding a new clean energy project to drive carbon reduction at its operations in Wisconsin, advancing its commitment to achieve net-zero operations by 2050. The joint project with We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, and Eaton will help strengthen energy security, deliver cost-effective power to the grid, and reduce Eaton’s carbon footprint at five locations in Wisconsin, where the company conducts research and makes electrical inf...

The Johnson Controls Building Analytics for Sustainability and Health Center at Clemson University will provide funding for two research projects aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing energy usage in buildings. Located in the Watt Family Innovation Center, the center serves as a multidisciplinary hub for outreach, innovation, education, research and the development of student talent in the building operations industry. Johnson Controls has committed $1 million in funding for rese...

The 17th Real Estate Development (RED) Summit – Saudi Arabia | Europe Edition, hosted by GBB Venture, turned the spotlight on Lisbon, as it welcomed some of the most influential names from Saudi Arabia's evolving real estate sector for two days of purpose-driven exchange, global synergy, and fresh perspectives. Held at the iconic Lisbon Congress Centre's RIO Pavilion, the summit brought together key decision-makers from Saudi Arabia's rapidly evolving real estate sector and Europe's pione...

The new Baxi Quinta Ace S wall-hung boiler series combines all the pioneer features of the Quinta Ace with stainless-steel heat exchanger options for increased design flexibility. The replacement to the Potterton Commercial Sirius three series, the new Quinta Ace S offers enhanced quality, improved controls, advanced connectivity, easier installation, and greater sustainability. The Quinta Ace S is suitable for multiple applications with outputs from 50 kW to 150 kW, up to 1,200 kW in cascade....

Typically, vacuum cleaners are relied on for managing dust and dirt around the home, but with so many types of vacuum cleaners available presently, how can users be sure that theirs knows how to clean carpet efficiently and improve whole-house cleanliness? Vacuums can kick up more dust than they capture, especially if one doesn’t use a HEPA filter to help prevent dust from blowing back into the air. With a HEPA filter and confirmation that the vacuum is fully sealed, users can protec...

Tens of millions of students are heading back to school and will start sharing the same air with many different people for several hours a day. In what is known as the 'back-to-school plague', these first few weeks provide a fertile breeding ground for both students (and their families) to get ill due to the swapping and recirculating of aerosols. Luckily, there is a solution. Indoor air quality Using an AprilAire Whole-House Air Purifier with an AprilAire MERV 16 Air Filter can help protect...

Carrier Solutions UK has successfully supported a major refurbishment at The Reach Hotel in Manchester (formerly La Reserve Apartments), delivering a Toshiba Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) solution in collaboration with trusted contractor A.C. Mechanical Services (ACMS). Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Toshiba’s VRF technology The system ensures even comfort, prec...

An upgrade to the Johnson Controls flagship building automation system (BAS), Metasys 14.1 offers a suite of new and enhanced features that answers the need for more comprehensive energy management. The BAS, which combines HVAC, fire, security and lighting systems into one, seamless platform, allows facility managers, IT teams and decision makers to optimize operations, fortify cybersecurity, advance energy and emissions goals, boost productivity and strategically modernize facilities. Buildin...

Shared walls, or party walls, between multifamily homes are an issue for builders and homeowners alike. They are more difficult to air seal effectively, leading to issues when trying to meet code. Sealing party wall leaks is called compartmentalization. And research from the University of Toronto shows up to 20 percent of a neighbors’ air can transfer into a home through a shared wall. That’s why sounds and smells seem to infiltrate multifamily homes so easily.  Solution...

When it comes to measuring the airtightness of a home or building, and how much air is leaking into it, a blower door test is the universally accepted method. It’s why AeroBarrier uses the test as part of its air sealing process. A structure’s air change rate, or ACH, establishes a baseline of leakage before air sealing. During the AeroBarrier process, their software monitors the ACH as the technology seals leaks in the building envelope and dials in a precise level of airtight...

For data centers close to residential areas, compliance with noise regulations is extremely important. Air conditioning systems can be problematic in this respect. Chillers with a cooling capacity of 500kW, in particular, often generate a lot of noise during operation. Here, low-noise solutions from STULZ ensure the necessary noise reduction. Data center operators For a data center running in continuous operation 24/7 all year round, there is genuine cause for concern As long as data centers...

Closed-circuit cooling via the raised floors allows the data center air conditioning to constantly satisfy the ever-present demands for low running costs, high flexibility and redundancy with a well-proven system. However, in most cases, the air is not regulated as it exits the raised floor. Here, sensor-controlled raised floor grilles with a variable opening angle are an essential element for restricting the energy consumption of the air conditioning system. Actual airflow rate As a rule, th...