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As the world’s first professional platform dedicated to the electric heating industry in the Southeast Asian market, this exhibition is themed “Green Energy · Heating the Future.” It integrates the entire industry chain, combining technologies, policy resources, and market demand to create an international event featuring exhibitions, business matchmaking, and technical exchange. The exhibition is expected to attract 400+ exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions,...
Weil-McLain®, manufactured by WM Technologies, LLC, a renowned North American designer of hydronic heating systems, is advancing its bold rebranding initiative with the launch of a new brand campaign: “One Brand. Every Application. Only Weil-McLain.” This campaign marks the next step in the company’s evolution, building on its updated visual identity introduced earlier this year and reinforcing its future-forward commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and system-wide...
Carrier has introduced the new, high-efficiency AquaSnap 30RQM Modular Air-Sourced Reversible Heat Pump with a compact footprint and scalable design, and performance features and options for greater efficiency. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The 30RQM can be tailored to the unique size and demands of the building, with reliable performance at low ambient temperatures to reduce the need for traditional boiler systems...
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...
Anacove, the pioneering developer of AI-enabled, cloud-connected hotel energy and operations management software solutions, announced that its line of Smart Thermostats, Toilet Leak Detectors, Asset Tracking Tags, and Staff Safety Tags now integrate seamlessly with the SkyTouch Technology Hotel Property Management System (PMS). AI-enabled energy “The integration of our AI-enabled energy and operations management hotel software solutions with the SkyTouch PMS makes it easier than ever for...
In Buffalo Grove, IL, commercial buildings rely on HVAC systems to stay comfortable and efficient. While winter might seem a long way off, summer is actually the best time to prepare. Late summer HVAC audits help users identify any potential issues ahead of time that could affect their system’s performance and energy costs in the winter months. Summer gives users a chance to check their heating system before it’s needed. Technicians have more open schedules, and small issues can be...
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...
Air-Con International, a pioneering provider of reliable HVAC solutions, highlights the superior benefits of R32 refrigerant as a core component of its TOSOT product line, delivering advanced heating and cooling for both residential and commercial applications. With a focus on energy efficiency, operating performance, and environmental responsibility, Air-Con International continues to provide innovative climate control solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of modern customers. Heating...
Kelvion, a global pioneer in thermal solutions, is significantly expanding its manufacturing footprint with the addition of 55,000 m² of new production space to support the surging demand for high-performance cooling solutions in the rapidly growing data center industry. This strategic move reinforces Kelvion’s commitment to enabling the digital transformation with scalable, energy-efficient, and reliable thermal technologies. By expanding production in Tulsa, Oklahoma (U.S.) a...
Facility managers in present healthcare and institutional environments face an increasingly complex juggling act. Optimizing aging steam infrastructure, reducing operating costs, and meeting sustainability goals, plus doing it all with limited in-house personnel and shrinking budgets, is no realistic feat. It’s no surprise, then, that forward-thinking organizations are moving away from a piecemeal, transactional approach to steam system maintenance and embracing long-term, bundled...
Carrier Commercial HVAC has been supporting London Gatwick Airport with its ‘Decade of Change’ goals by providing proactive service and maintenance for the airport’s cooling infrastructure. Carrier Commercial HVAC is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. London Gatwick is the UK’s second-busiest airport, welcoming tens of millions of passengers every year. To maintain optimal conditions for passengers, staff, an...
Diversified Heat Transfer, Inc. (DHT), a premier engineering and manufacturing company of heat transfer equipment, announced a significant expansion of its sales network into the mountain states. DHT has partnered with Shamrock Sales, Inc., a respected manufacturer's representative firm, to offer DHT products across Colorado, Montana, and most of Wyoming. Shamrock Sales, based in Denver, Colorado, has been a trusted name in hydronic heating, cooling, and plumbing since its establishment in 199...
MILWAUKEE delivers the brand new M18 FUEL High Performance 4-mode 16mm SDS-Plus Hammer. A completely versatile and compact design, with 4-mode operation- rotary hammer, hammer only, rotation only, and variolock for maximum versatility and light material removal. Drilling up to 58 holes ⌀10 x 50 mm, on an M18 HIGH OUTPUT 3.0 Ah battery per charge. The light and safe solution for end users in the later stages of construction and renovation. Never compromising on important ergonomics and performa...
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...
Renfrewshire Council is to replace the gas supply in two of its council housing high-rise blocks with an innovative networked ground source heat pump solution, which will be the largest installation of its kind in Scotland. Residents at the two multi-storey blocks in Gallowhill, Paisley will see their gas supply replaced with the renewable heating system, installed by contractor Kensa, which collects heat from underground pipes and transfers it to homes using an individual shoebox ground source...
NIBCO INC. has announced the promotion of Will Hummel to Director, Sales Enablement. In this newly created role, Hummel will lead the development and implementation of a strategic sales enablement program designed to equip the sales team with the tools, training, and insights they need to succeed. He will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between sales strategy and broader business goals, with a focus on delivering greater value to customers and enhancing the overall c...
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...
Air-Con International, a global provider of reliable HVAC solutions, highlights the superior benefits of R32 refrigerant as a core component of its TOSOT product line, delivering advanced heating and cooling for both residential and commercial applications. With a focus on energy efficiency, operating performance, and environmental responsibility, Air-Con International continues to provide innovative climate control solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of modern customers. TOSOT syste...
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, visited Truro-based ground source heat pump manufacturer Kensa to hear from Cornish businesses driving green growth and investment, and take part in a roundtable to discuss their role in Britain’s energy transition. During the visit, the Chancellor met with Kensa representatives and heard about the company’s pioneering approach to clean heat and its investment expansion plans for the next five years. These include ramping up productio...
Major players in the UK’s transport refrigeration market will be among over 50 exhibitors at this year’s Cold Chain Hub by TCS&D. Cold Chain Hub 2025, the UK’s premier event for the cold storage and distribution sector, will take place at Birmingham’s NEC on 9 & 10 September. Supported by the Road Haulage Association, the exhibition will showcase some of the biggest players in the industry, bringing cold supply chain specialists together under one...
Infinitum, creator of the sustainable air-core motor, announced the appointment of Vikas Desai as Chief Commercial Officer. Vikas will oversee Infinitum’s commercial efforts and revenue growth. Vikas brings three decades of customer-focused leadership experience to Infinitum, having built and scaled multiple global businesses across the solar energy and technology sectors. Prior to joining Infinitum, Vikas served as Chief Commercial Officer of Maxeon Solar Technologies, where he oversaw...
Victaulic, the global pioneer in mechanical pipe joining, has partnered with renowned mechanical, electrical and HVAC contractor, WS Swift to successfully retrofit and upgrade the HVAC system within an iconic 265,800 sq. ft. office and retail building in the heart of London. This project, carried out over the summer of 2024, involved replacing the existing chillers with cutting-edge air source heat pump systems — all while the building remained fully operational and occupied without...
An HVAC system is essential to keeping a commercial property comfortable for employees, customers, and visitors. But like any complex system, it doesn’t last forever. Fortunately, the HVAC system often gives users signs that something isn’t right long before it completely fails. Catching these early indicators can save the business from major disruptions and prevent costly emergency repairs. Recognizing early signs of trouble allows users to make smaller, more affordable repairs be...
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...
Hans Steenbeek, owner of the installation company - A1 Montage in Barneveld, Netherlands, was surprised at how his customer - Marinde from Amsterdam found him: not through traditional advertising, but via an AI search. The query: underfloor heating with just 20 mm panel thickness, ready for direct tiling. The result: Uponor Siccus 16 – and an installation company in the Amsterdam region. It did not take long for the system to be put in place in Marinde’s kitchen, perfectly aligned w...
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...
Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades, is now accepting applications for its prestigious Pillar and Women to Watch awards, which will be announced at the organization’s annual conference in October and in the inaugural edition of its new magazine, respectively. “As an organization that supports women in a predominately male industry, we always look to find ways to r...
Air-Con International, a pioneering provider of reliable HVAC solutions, highlights its Multi-Split System as an ideal solution for technicians and contractors seeking flexible, energy-efficient climate control. The Multi-Split System is engineered for straightforward installation and reliable performance, allowing HVAC professionals to deliver customized comfort to multiple zones from a single outdoor unit. This makes it especially suitable for retrofit, renovation, and new construction j...
