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During its 63rd meeting, the General Assembly of the Eurovent Association defined a new vision for the future of the European HVACR industry. Mr. Naci Sahin starts the final year of his second election term as President of Europe’s Industry Association for Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, and Food Cold Chain Technologies. Eurovent Annual Meeting Different than usual earlier events, the Eurovent Annual Meeting, originally planned to take place in Hamburg, Germany, moved online in...
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a globally renowned provider of home comfort and security solutions, has announced that it has selected Anthony L. (Tony) Trunzo to serve as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective June 8, 2020. restructuring programs "Tony's skills are a perfect match at this critical time in Resideo's transformation," said Jay Geldmacher, President and CEO of Resideo Technologies, adding "Tony has the ability to combine strong operational excellence and financial discipline fro...
Adcock was appointed by CBRE to carry out the maintenance F-gas checks on Arup’s climate control equipment at their head office. During the visit, Adcock’s engineers spotted leaking condenser coils and swiftly organized the delivery of new coils and associated scaffolding to complete the job. The engineers replaced 12 condenser coils with a total of 132 kg of R134a refrigerant being used.
Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in digital transformation, energy management, and automation solutions, has announced a series of informational webinars that explore the strategies, tools and technologies to face the challenges in the energy industry. Interactive, digital webinars The webinar series includes 9 interactive, digital webinars, led by industry experts advising utilities industry professionals on how to incorporate the latest technologies to create more efficient...
Is the home air conditioning system not working? When struggling with the AC, sometimes the first instinct is to pick up the phone and contact the local HVAC technician. However, certain AC issues are a lot easier to solve than imagined. Air-Rite Heating & Cooling cares about saving home owners’ time and money. That’s why the company is providing residents with a basic air conditioning troubleshooting guide that details common AC problems and the solutions needed to get their ho...
Filtration Group announced the acquisition of OXYPHEN, an innovator in track-etched membranes. As part of the Filtration Group family, Oxyphen has strengthened its ability to partner with customers in life science, consumer and industrial markets with its customized membrane solutions. “We are excited to have a great entrepreneur like Annette Heusser and the team at Oxyphen joining us on our common mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive,” said Tim McCarty, CE...
Berner announced the Berner Air Curtain App. The Berner App, an air curtain app to control architectural air curtains from a smartphone, is available now at the Google Play Store and Apple App Store The company also standardized its patented digital controller, the Intelliswitch™, across its product suite of air curtains in the Berner Architectural category. Both the app and the roll-out of the Intelliswitch™ will serve to simplify and enhance ease-of-use of...
Home owners tend to put a lot of emphasis on the temperature range in their homes. When living in a place like the US state of Colorado, home owners need to make sure that their homes are kept cool and comfortable in the summer and warm and cozy in the winter. Need to look beyond temperature It is totally understandable that, given the spectrum of temperature extremes, home owners put a lot of focus on their HVAC systems. However, as a trusted HVAC company based out of Loveland, Colorado, Fort...
During these difficult times, it may dawn on home owners that their home air quality could contain harmful bacteria and infectious diseases. With the shortage of common household disinfectants, such as Lysol and other cleaning agents, home owners might feel concerned and wonder about the best ways to protect their family from viruses. More than ever, air purification systems are an essential solution to combat contaminants that may be floating around in your home. Air-Rite Heating & Cooling...
The MBS 1600 pressure transmitters are built tough to withstand the harsh environments that wind power applications face. The dedicated range of pressure transmitters comes with all the needed electrical and pressure connections for easy integration into the nacelle. Its robust design ensures relentless monitoring of the pressure in pitch cylinders, brake systems, power packs, gearboxes, and cooling systems – to allow for higher performance, quicker corrections, and predictive maintenance...
The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, together with the heating industry has created a useful guide offering advice to frontline heating engineers on operating safely during the COVID-19 crisis. These are based on Government recommendations, which change daily. HHIC will keep the guide as up-to-date as possible. Guide to safety HHIC has created this guide to put all of the relevant information in one place Stewart Clements, Director, HHIC said: “Maintaining the supply of hea...
GE Current, a Daintree company announces the opening of a new distribution center in the greater Atlanta area. With the addition of this location to its distribution network, Current will be able to provide same-day and next-day service to its lighting and controls customers regionally. Growing customer base “Our new Atlanta distribution center enables Current to meet the growing needs of our customers in the southeastern United States in the fastest and most efficient manner,” sa...
Proximity Systems, Inc., a globally renowned provider of innovative health care furniture and technology solutions, has announced UV-Cube, a new product in their lineup of UV-C disinfection devices. Designed to disable pathogens by breaking the DNA sequence and rendering them unable to reproduce and spread, UV-Cube provides automated, chemical-free disinfection. UV-Cube offers quick and easy way to disinfect handheld equipment and devices, eliminates 99.9% of infection-causing pathogens after o...
Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a global manufacturer of dust, mist and fume collection equipment, has doubled the size of its testing laboratory to include a climate-controlled facility with a new full-size dust collection test rig. The new equipment is dedicated to testing in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 199-2016, Method of Testing the Performance of Industrial Pulse Cleaned Dust Collectors. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 199-2016 testing Unlike other air filter standards that focus on HV...
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of home comfort and security solutions, announced that the company has appointed Jay Geldmacher as president and CEO and a member of the board of directors, effective May 28, 2020. Geldmacher succeeds Mike Nefkens, whose departure the company announced in December 2019. This leadership transition is the result of a comprehensive search process and follows the company's recently announced board changes, which included the addition...
Any home is more than just four walls, it equates to security and comfort for everyone in the family. When the outdoor temperature soars, people want to escape to a cool dwelling space. However, like all things mechanical, all air conditioning systems are prone to malfunction without routine maintenance. If an air conditioner has stopped working properly, residents can try these DIY tips to troubleshoot potential issues. Thermostat malfunctioning issues If the temperature in the house is too...
The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), joined by the Consumer Technology Association and the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers filed a motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to intervene on the side of the Department of Energy (DOE) in a lawsuit filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council against a rule issued in earlier 2021 governing the Department's rulemaking procedures. Updated process rule The Procedures for Use in New or Revi...
It might still feel like spring now, but the hot summer days are fast approaching. And while it’s always nice to soak up the sun outside, people want to keep cool indoors. For that, an efficient AC unit is key. An annual maintenance plan appointment can help make sure everything is running smoothly. But what about those older air conditioning units? Users may have heard about the refrigerant phaseout for certain HVAC systems. If they're worried about what that means for their home, L...
With the Charger Low NOx Lochivar expands their range of Low NOx atmospheric gas water heaters, with three large commercial water models. Their complete Low NOx range has been designed to provide the most practical, cost-effective solution for replacement of existing water heaters. Their Low NOx Charger range is the only series of atmospheric gas water heaters available in the UK market with an output up to 90kW. They also meet strict ErP legislative requirements for NOx emissions. Condensing...
Johnson Controls announced Sensormatic Solutions, its global retail solutions portfolio, expanded its offerings to help retailers protect its employees, customers and assets in brick-and-mortar store operations and warehouses amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, these new offerings help retailers to adhere to recommended store occupancy and social distancing guidelines during the current situation and in preparation for the reopening and recovery period. Retail “As retailers face t...
Johnson Controls has announced that it will be exhibiting at the 2020 Wolfe Research Virtual Global Transportation & Industrials Conference. Johnson Controls International plc Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, George Oliver, and Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer, Brian Stief, will speak at the 2020 Wolfe Research Virtual Global Transportation & Industrials Conference on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the comp...
LIXIL, a provider of water and housing products, announces an exclusive discount on its lineup of plumbing products from each brand in the U.S. portfolio, including American Standard, GROHE and DXV, to active and retired members of the United States military. The discount, which is estimated to be 50 to 90 percent off retail prices, is extended to service members from all branches of the United States military as an expression of gratitude for their contribution to our nation. Redeem the disco...
To help facilitate remote HVAC management during these challenging times, Armstrong has announced that it will provide its cloud-based subscription service, Pump Manager, to new customers with three months of free service. cloud-based subscription “While we are practicing social distancing to protect ourselves and those around us, we still have to ensure that our buildings operate as effectively as possible.” said Tunji Asiwaju, Global Performance Management Services with Armstrong...
Can a tankless water heater help save money? The answer to the question is yes, a tankless water heater can save money for home owners. However, there is a lot to consider when deciding if a tankless water heater in Fort Collins, Colorado, is actually the right system for specific needs and personal user preference. Plus, there is budget to be considered as well. Because a tankless water heater can certainly save money, home owners have to look at it as a long-term investment. High efficiency...
The new Ecosable is a fully room-sealed condensing high-efficiency water heater (93%). It has a stainless steel tank which means that no anodes are needed which simplifies maintenance. The compact construction allows for easy installation in small rooms. The Plug & Play technology connects air inlet, exhaust outlet, water, electricity and gas. All one has to do is set the temperature on the touch screen display and the system functions properly. Features of EcoSable Other features of EcoS...
AAON, Inc. announced that Norman H. Asbjornson, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of AAON, Inc. (the “Company”), will transition to the role of Executive Chairman, effective May 12, 2020. The Company also announced that Gary D. Fields, President, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (in addition to his current position of President), also to be effective May 12, 2020. As Executive Chairman, Mr. Asbjornson will lead the Board and continue to provide the full benefit of h...
Johnson Controls has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Virtual Goldman Sachs Industrials & Materials Conference 2020 on May 15, 2020. Johnson Controls International plc Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), George Oliver, and Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Brian Stief, will speak at the Virtual Goldman Sachs Industrials & Materials Conference 2020, slated to take place on Friday, May 15, 2020. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the...
Armstrong Fluid Technology has achieved the prestigious ‘Management Status’ in the 2019 CPD Climate Change Rating Report. Based on companies acting to address climate risks and build a zero-carbon economy, the CPD Global Report rates companies worldwide on their current environmental footprint and how they act to improve it. greenhouse gas emissions Of the more than 8,400 reporting companies, less than 9% achieve the prestigious ‘Management Status.’ Armstrong launched...
Filtration Group’s mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive has never been more important than it is currently. At Filtration Group, they are committed to continuing their operations as an essential business, keeping the team members safe, and to working with their customers to bolster the economy and fight the coronavirus. The health and wellbeing of the team members and the communities in which they live and work is their top priority. Safe working environment Fi...
Model ECV-40 is an addition to Greenheck’s energy core ventilator (ECV) line. The ECV-40’s new design features a dual-fan arrangement consisting of direct drive mixed-flow plenum fans with variable frequency drives (VFDs) replacing the forward-curved fan typically found in energy core ventilators. The mixed flow fan, a hybrid between an axial propeller and a centrifugal fan, reduces brake horsepower requirements by up to 50%. The VFDs facilitate ease of balancing at start-up. Sound...
