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Logic Air – the flagship heat pump of Ideal Heating is designed for boiler installers. The company has launched the perfect product for boiler installers moving into the heat pump market – Logic Air. This brand new monobloc air source heat pump has been specifically designed for boiler installers and the UK domestic market. It’s Ideal Heating’s flagship low carbon product, designed by the same experts behind their Logic range of boilers. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wilkinson, Pr...
At a ceremony at the London Hilton Metropole for the H&V News Awards, Qvantum was presented with the award for Domestic Heating Product of the Year – Boilers, Heat Pumps, and Emitters, overcoming significant competition from other products by Tesla, NIBE Energy Systems, Daikin, Navien and others. H&V News Awards For nearly 30 years, the H&V News Awards has been recognizing and celebrating the most innovative and customer-focused products of the year, gaining a reputati...
Full-scale testing of the EnergiVault cold thermal energy storage system from Organic Heat Exchangers (O-Hx) has seen performance exceed expectations in areas including peak load support, resilience, and reliability. Benefits A 650kWh commercial demonstration unit with a cloud dashboard and integration to a building management system was installed at the Alnwick facility of drug development and manufacturing accelerator Quotient Sciences earlier in 2023, with benefits to date i...
As the world continues its push towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, heat pump technology has emerged as a solution for decarbonizing various sectors, particularly heating and cooling. Danfoss believes it's crucial to discuss and highlight the impact and potential of heat pumps in achieving a greener future. latest trends in heat pumps At AHR 2024, Danfoss will be on site to highlight the latest trends in heat pumps, including new applications and the critical role hydronic...
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...
Denso Corporation (DENSO), a globally renowned mobility supplier, hosted its annual Dialog Day on November 15, 2023. Aiming to enhance its concepts - “Green” and “Peace of Mind” to evolve from “a Tier 1 supplier that supports the auto industry” to “a Tier 1 supplier that supports a mobility-centered society,” DENSO has announced a new management structure strategy, its corporate value improvement strategy, its fundamental technology strategy and c...
Pioneering UK heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi has held an inaugural graduation ceremony at the Coventry Building Society Arena to celebrate the successes of its first group of apprentices. The event recognised the outstanding achievements of Baxi’s first cohort of field engineer apprentices, its degree apprentices, and colleagues from departments across the company who have completed apprenticeships in the last twelve months to help further their career. A visit to the Engin...
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the launch of its Ecodan R290 heat pump, further contributing to the decarbonization of home heating. The new model, manufactured in its factory in Livingston, Scotland, results from Mitsubishi Electric's decades of experience in producing heat pumps. The launch of the Ecodan R290, with its low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, is a big step towards more sustainable home heating. Using a hydrocarbon refrigerant that can achieve high Coefficient of Per...
Danfoss Power Solutions, a global supplier of mobile and industrial hydraulics, as well as electric powertrain systems, has launched its next-generation air conditioning hose for liquid lines in agriculture, construction, and commercial vehicle applications. EverCool EC005 Type G A/C hose The new EverCool EC005 Type G A/C hose simplifies installation, while offering weight reduction and proven reliability. The new EC005 hose is fully thermoformable, even over long lengths, eliminating the nee...
Heating and hot water solutions provider - Baxi has hosted the first official visit to its €13 million commercial heat pump R&D and laboratory site in Vilafranca del Penedès, Spain. Baxi is part of the €2.2 billion turnover BDR Thermea Group, one of the largest producers of heating appliances worldwide. commercial heat pump technology The 7,000 m2 Baxi factory, located near Barcelona and opened in 2022, is focused on developing and producing commercial heat pump tec...
Ventive is delighted to announce that it has recently secured its next round of funding, as the company works towards delivering its all-in-one Heat Pump technology to homes across the United Kingdom (UK). Ventive designs and manufactures intelligent heating and ventilation solutions to make buildings healthy, comfortable, efficient, and affordable. investment program The deal, led and syndicated by the deep tech and venture capital specialist EMV Capital, is an investment package provi...
Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces its 2024 program for Trailblazer Sales Academy, an ongoing online training program for territory managers and distribution sales team members that focuses on developing sales skills, leadership agility and a strategic vision for territory growth. top territory managers Trailblazer Sales Academy features four live virtual workshops from January through May to he...
Weil-McLain®, a global provider of high-efficiency commercial and residential hydronic comfort heating solutions, has launched a limited-time promotion for members of the company’s new growth and loyalty program, The Weil-McLain Advantage™. From now until the end of December, contractors from Weil-McLain’s five sales regions (West, Central, Mid-Atlantic, New York/New Jersey, and New England) can compete to register the most Weil-McLain boilers. The top “driver&rdquo...
Global home appliance and air solutions pioneer - LG Electronics Inc. (LG) and the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) have formed the Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research. The agreement will facilitate collaboration among LG innovators, university researchers, local industry, and government agencies to help drive market transformation through research on heat pump technology and electrification. Cold-climate heat pump technologies Addressing the growing worldwide interest in cold-clim...
Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire is proud to be a sponsor of this year’s World Ventil8 Day, being held on 8th November. World Ventil8 Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of ventilation as a crucial part of enabling the health and well-being of people. This is just the second year for World Ventil8 Day, with its inaugural year in 2022 generating substantial media coverage, reaching 25 million people across social media, and attracting high-profil...
Heat transfer specialist Alfa Laval is addressing the challenge of overwhelming choice in the processing industry’s heat exchanger market with a key appointment to its energy division and the launch of its new online design and specification tool, HEXpert. Recent market reports have suggested the global heat exchanger market will increase at a compound annual growth rate of 6% from 2022 to 2031, reaching $34.24bn, demonstrating the technology’s continued critical role in heavy proce...
NetScientific Plc, the deep tech and life sciences VC investment group, announces that its portfolio company Ventive has successfully closed a c.£900,000 investment. The Investment included £316,000 from existing shareholders and the conversion of two existing convertible loans (and interest thereon) valued at c.£600,000. This is the first closing as part of Ventive’s proposed £1 million to £1.5 million investment program, with further new investment an...
The Ideal System Filter is an efficient, full-flow, magnetic filter designed to protect central heating systems by removing suspended debris in a heating system, including iron oxide. A dirty heating system results in substantial efficiency loss and energy wastage, meaning it costs more to run and maintain. The functionality of the new system filter is very similar to the previous one: it has a 22 mm compression connections, can be mounted in different orientations, the magnet pulls out of the...
Heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier - TG Lynes has added an innovative solution for grooved piping systems to its extensive range. TG Lynes has become the only UK stockist of VSH Shurjoint products, which provide welding-free, time-saving solutions for the HVAC, sanitary, and industrial markets. The VSH Shurjoint product line by Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is renowned for reliable connections, easy installation, and safety. VSH Shurjoint A coupling can be instal...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of the first air-cooled variable speed drive (VSD) screw chiller in the United States of America (USA) to use ultra-low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant - R-1234ze. YORK® YVAA Style B The YORK® YVAA Style B Air-Cooled Screw Chiller, an evolution of the first-generation YVAA, is engineered to drive efficiency now and meet or exceed future regulatory requireme...
The new TIER 2 Standard Plus service pump is a reliable and efficient service pump, compatible with up to 30% biodiesel. It also offers high performance, while reducing overall costs of installers and end customers. Transitioning to liquid low-carbon fuels is an important part of the CO2 decarbonization journey. Many of these fuels, which are created from different types of raw materials, are already available and will contribute significantly to climate protection together with modern oil-fire...
XOi, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces two new promotions that strengthen the company’s product team as it continues driving the digital transformation of the skilled trades. XOi has named Lee Bridges vice president of product management to help shape the company’s long-term product vision and strategy and Greg Thoman has been named principal product manager. artificial intelligence “Lee has demonstrated a unique capacity to see the big picture...
SPX Cooling Tech, LLC, a full-line, full-service industry major in the design and manufacture of evaporative cooling towers and fluid coolers, has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Springfield, Missouri, USA that will expand the company’s capacity, while also allowing current operations to further optimize their legacy Marley® brand products. SPX Cooling opens new manufacturing facility in Springfield “For over 100 years, Marley has been the preeminent ma...
Baxi has launched a full suite of air source heat pump (ASHP) training courses to support heating engineers and installers as they look to become more familiar with and qualified to install the increasingly popular technology. From understanding how air source heat pumps work to designing, installing, and commissioning them, Baxi’s new courses have been developed to help installers work comfortably and efficiently with the technology, at every level of experience. New ASHP courses The n...
Indoor air quality, an often ignored aspect of the living spaces, is as significant as the aesthetic appeal of the homes. Imagine walking into a beautifully designed room, only to be greeted by a musty odor or allergens that leave the user with watery eyes and a runny nose. Not quite the welcoming space the user envisioned, is it? The heating and air conditioning systems have a profound effect on overall health and well-being. Air quality The quality of air in indoor space...
Eurovent has published its first-ever Recommendation on Hybrid Indirect Evaporative Cooling Equipment. The document was developed for the UNIDO Project and is now available for download on the Eurovent website. new Eurovent Recommendation The new Eurovent Recommendation was developed in the framework of the cooperation between Eurovent and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Its main objective is to specify the requirements and test methods for Indirect Evaporativ...
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, will showcase a range of innovative high-performance and high-efficiency products while serving as a major sponsor of PHCCCONNECT2023, the premier annual conference for plumbing, heating, and cooling professionals. PHCCCONNECT2023, scheduled for October 25-27 in Cleveland, is hosted by the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC), the top national organizat...
XOi, a global provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces a new partnership with the Independent Contractors Exchange (ICE) Group, a select group of independent HVAC contractors specializing in the service and installation of applied HVAC systems. As the premier commercial technical HVAC peer organization in North America, the ICE Group provides service excellence and innovation for applied HVAC systems including chillers, air systems, cooling towers, boilers, water systems a...
As they leave the record-breaking summer sizzle behind, the preparations for winter are heating up. Green living trends are also heating up as homeowners respond to rising energy bills and government incentives designed to slow down carbon emissions. Approximately 82% of homeowners report having some level of concern with their utility bills, according to the 2023 Heat Pumps and Homeowners Index conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS). Nearly half (46%) say the cost to cool thei...
NIBCO Inc. expands its line of carbon steel fittings to bring more press options for plumbing and mechanical carbon steel pipe applications and fuel and gas carbon steel pipe applications. The BenchPress and BenchPressG fittings are designed for efficiency, with easy, clean, and fast installation, for a wider range of applications. The line features a patented fitting design that creates consistent joints, is flame-free and environmentally friendly. BenchPressG fittings “This expansion...
