HVAC Plumbing - News
Clivet S.p.A., a pioneer in Europe’s HVAC manufacturing industry, and Mits Airconditioning Inc., one of North America’s pioneering HVAC distributors, are pleased to announce Mits Air’s Master Distribution rights for Clivet HVAC systems for commercial and industrial sectors in North America. “We were one of the first to bring European chiller and heat pump technology to North America over 20 years ago,” says Jack Eliav, President of Mits Air. “Our team has the...
Volume Control Dampers are the most common type of dampers used in the HVAC Ductwork. The dampers can be operated with an actuator or with a manual lockable handle. Standard Control dampers Standard Control Dampers offer the functionality of Air Volume Control, however the Pressure Drop across the damper must also be considered. Caryaire tested a damper of 600×600 mm with standard blades and also another damper of the same size with blades that offer a lower pressure drop. Their t...
Caryaire is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Patent for its innovative ventilation solution called Demand Based Turbo Jet (DBTJ). This green invention saves energy by providing effective ventilation when needed, based on occupancy and other sensing. It is specially designed for facilities where ceiling-based ventilation is not possible and linear throws are required quickly. reduces air conditioning It is specially designed for E-commerce and other warehouse facilities,...
SmartAC.com, a pioneer in customer loyalty management for contractors, has announced an extension fundraiser led by Mercury Fund, with follow-up participation from existing investors. The additional capital will enable SmartAC.com to expand its platform and scale operations to further meet the growing demand for technology and data-driven solutions in the trades. efficiency, cost savings SmartAC.com’s growth comes alongside industry consolidation and a rapidly evolving technological lan...
Employees of Marcone, a renowned North American distributor of residential and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool/spa parts and equipment, recently took part in a nationwide initiative to honor fallen soldiers by placing holiday wreaths on their gravesites. On Saturday, December 14, Marcone employees were among more than two million volunteers involved in Wreaths Across America at more than 4,600 cemeteries across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and abroad. Marcone honors fallen so...
Caryaire are pleased to announce the commencement of operations at their new factory at Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, India. A Havan ceremony was held in early December to kick-start the operations of this facility. The 32000 sq. ft. facility has modern manufacturing amenities and multiple 55 design elements. With four dedicated truck bays, ample goods movement space and advanced production capabilities, the factory has production and material processing capabilities to meet the growing customer d...
Caryaire announces the launch of its High-Performance Weather Resistance Louvers. Suitable of Intake and Exhaust, Model IL-352 is a Dual Layered Extruded Aluminum Drainable louver designed to have superior resistance to water penetration. The Louver consists of front drainable blades, characterized by gutters incorporated at the front edge to prevent water droplets cascading from blade to blade and becoming entrained in the intake airflow. Drainable Intake/Exhaust Louvers Vertical g...
Daikin Applied has introduced enhanced versions of the Trailblazer® AGZ-F air-cooled scroll chiller, Maverick® II packaged rooftop system and SmartSource® water source heat pump (WSHP) — all featuring R-32, an ultra-efficient, low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant. These products are now part of Daikin’s extensive lineup of low-GWP solutions, giving consulting engineers, contractors, and building owners and operators an array of technologies to decarbonize facil...
The Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research, the groundbreaking partnership between LG Electronics Inc. (LG) and the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), has opened state-of-the-art, real-world-simulated labs to conduct comprehensive studies on cold-climate heat pump HVAC solutions. cold climate heat pump labs LG and university researchers will conduct studies in two dedicated cold climate heat pump labs located in Anchorage and Fairbanks. These facilities are configured to replicate home...
Diversified Heat Transfer, Inc. (DHT), a globally renowned engineering and manufacturing company of heat transfer equipment and systems, is pleased to announce the launch of a new product aimed at the medical community. An offshoot of their SuperPlate (SP) Series of advanced plate-type water heaters, the new SPC Liquid to Liquid Cooling Heat Exchanger is a high-efficiency, brazed plate packaged cooling system. SPC Series The SPC Series satisfies the most demanding liquid-to-liquid cooling nee...
Daikin, in partnership with Bolton College, is launching a recruitment campaign to engage five apprentices for its Level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician Apprenticeship program. The trailblazing course is being rolled out for the first time this year, so the apprentices will be among the first in the UK to achieve this qualification. Carbon neutral by 2038 Daikin plans to recruit a significant number of more trainees from the GMCA area in the coming years This initiative marks a s...
Danfoss is proud to announce that their BOCK HGX56 CO2 T compressor has been named the winner in the Refrigeration category of the 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. The annual awards competition honors the most inventive and original products, systems, and technologies that will be showcased at this coming January’s International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) in the categories of Building Automation; Cooling; Sustainable Solutions; Heating; Indoor Air Qual...
Darren Finley, Managing Director for Commercial Products at Groupe Atlantic UK & ROI Division, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Industrial and Commercial Heating Equipment Association (ICOM) - a not-for-profit trade association, representing and promoting the interests of the non-domestic heating sector since 1933. Having worked in the heating industry for over 37 years and, as MD for Groupe Atlantic commercial brands Ideal Heating Commercial, Hamworthy Heating and ACV, Darren&rsq...
Mitsubishi Electric, the UK’s largest heat pump manufacturer, is proud to announce that its Training Centre in Hatfield has been approved as an LCL Level 3 training center for air source heat pumps. This prestigious accreditation is a testament to the company’s commitment to providing top-tier education and training for installers in the renewable heating sector. LCL Level 3 training Installers who register for the LCL Level 3 training at the Hatfield Training Centre, and who meet...
Danfoss and HOFOR are ready to optimize Copenhagen's future district heating with AI technology. The future of district heating lies in AI-based solutions that can help utility companies optimize and manage energy. Danfoss Leanheat® software In a step toward better energy management, HOFOR (Greater Copenhagen Utility) has partnered with Danfoss by investing in Danfoss Leanheat® software. Alongside investments in large heat pumps, geothermal energy, and other digital initiatives, HOFO...
BOXT, a pioneering home energy installation company, is the first company in the UK to offer a fully end-to-end online heat pump purchase and installation journey. With recent research suggesting that at least one in 10 households need to install a heat pump in the next five years, BOXT has extended its proven online formula to make purchasing an air source heat pump simple and straightforward for customers. Visitors to the BOXT website are able to complete a short ser...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the launch of the YORK® YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller designed to deliver high-efficiency performance, meet stringent sustainability standards, and aid in the decarbonization of large commercial buildings. YK-CP Centrifugal Chiller Available in 2,000 to 3,000 tons, it is optimized specifically for the use of the ultra-low GWP refrigerant R-1234ze(E) without requiring a larger chiller footprint or sacri...
Qvantum, a globally renowned expert in heat pump technology, is proud to announce its participation in a prestigious EU Pilot project, Annex 62, aimed at advancing innovation and development within the heat pump sector for multi-family residential buildings in cities. This collaboration underscores Qvantum's commitment to leveraging its extensive knowledge and expertise to contribute to significant advancements in the sector. key challenges of heating and cooling Qvantum is participating with...
Marcone, a renowned North American distributor of residential and commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and pool/spa repair parts and equipment, recently sponsored the annual Guns 'N Hoses fundraising event. Held on November 27 at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, the event is a fundraiser for Backstoppers, which supports the families of fallen or injured first responders. Guns 'N Hoses event Marcone is a longtime sponsor of the Guns 'N Hoses fundraising event The annual event rai...
UK government responsible authorities announced a doubling of funds available to help household occupants to switch their old heating systems to new heat pump systems to keep comfy its premises without large costs for heating. This program means the liberalization of rules of HVAC heating pump installations to get it more easier. The Labour government committed the country to an ambitious climate goal: at the United Nations COP29 climate summit of cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by...
West Africa Water Expo: 7th International Water & Waste Water Exhibition, which is organized by Elan Expo, will be held on 20-22 May 2025 at Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria. Improved water sources Nigeria is one of the biggest countries in Africa with its increasing population and annual GDP rates. With the increase in the population, the urbanization process is speeding and the local people have low-level access to improved water sources and sanitation. Wastewater Management in Lagos S...
Mega Clima Nigeria: 8th International Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Exhibition, which is organized by Elan Expo, will be held on 20-22 May 2025 at Landmark Center, Lagos, Nigeria. Mega Clima Expo is on the Stage in Lagos, Nigeria, for the 8th Time. Elan Expo is in Lagos again with its worldwide HVAC Shows brand Mega Clima Expo; 8th Mega Clima Nigeria Expo on 20-22 May 2025 with the product line of Ventilation & Air Conditioning Systems And Equipments, Heating Systems And Equipments,...
Mega Clima Kenya is HVAC+R industry exhibition, which will be organized by Elan Expo, will take place on 18-20 June 2025 at Sarit Expo Center at Nairobi, Kenya. Mega Clima Kenya The General Manager of ELAN EXPO - Mr. Suer AY expresses their success, "After the successful years with ELAN EXPO’s experience in HVAC+R sector, and lengthy discussions with the industry regarding the need for a focused HVAC+R event in Nairobi- Kenya, we have responded and will launch Mega Clima Kenya." H...
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is partnering with Pennsylvania's Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA) for the third consecutive year to expand training on heat pump technology to meet future marketplace demands. Already a supporter of ECA’s heat pump water heater installation and maintenance training program, the $50,000 grant from Bradford White’s Industry Forward® charitable giving program will allow ECA t...
Swedish heat pump manufacturer Qvantum has officially introduced its UK business, with invited guests attending the launch event at its new headquarters in Moorgate, London. Priding itself on being ‘more than just a heat pump manufacturer’, Qvantum’s ambition is to heat the cities of Europe using affordable renewable technology, alongside a commitment to generating positive change in electricity grid balancing. Unique heat pump solutions Qvantum UK CEO Phil Ord said: “...
Green Point UK, BITZER UK’s compressor services arm, is remanufacturing air conditioning compressors used in train HVAC systems to original factory specification, enabling customer Siemens Mobility to keep train fleets operating in tip-top condition and achieve its environmental and sustainability goals. To date, Green Point UK has remanufactured more than two hundred high-efficiency BITZER model 2FC-3.2Y-40S and ECOLINE 2FES-3Y-40S semi-hermetic compressors, key components of train HVAC...
Marcone Group, a renowned national distributor of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen and pool/spa parts and equipment, announced that marketing executive - Mary Jo Hann was named to the 'Top Women in HVAC' list by ACHR News. As Vice President of Enterprise Marketing, Hann was one of 13 women nationwide selected by the publication for their contributions to the traditionally male-dominated industry. Prior roles of Mary Jo Hann "There’s no doubt that Mary Jo is a standout withi...
Modine, a globally renowned HVAC manufacturer, announces they will showcase their newest heating solutions, including the recently updated line of Hot Dawg® Unit Heaters, at the 2024 Heating Air-Conditioning Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) Conference in Atlanta, on Dec. 7-10, 2024. During the conference, Modine will highlight enhancements to the rest of the Hot Dawg® line, which offers improved performance and efficiency. The gas-fired units have new features, including...
A whitepaper exploring the policy landscape around hybrid heat pump systems has been launched to provide a series of key findings that inform a recommended rollout of the technology in the UK. Global manufacturer of heating and hot water solutions - Baxi commissioned Gemserv (a Talan Company) to research and produce the report – entitled Unlocking the Power of Heat Pumps with Hybrid Installations – which was launched at an event in Westminster this week. heat pumps in hybrid config...
The indoor butterfly habitat at UK's Chester Zoo is a purpose-built space which is home to an array of butterflies, stream frogs, anoles and millipedes, mainly from South America and Southeast Asia. These species require a very warm environment, kept between 22°C and 25°C, whatever the weather outside in Cheshire. The habitat, which is 471 m2 and around 10 m at its widest part, was previously heated with a liquified petroleum gas (LPG) heating system but is now entirely heated by an air...
