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Composite materials have improved how they build everything. By taking 2 or more different materials and combining them, they create solutions with an entirely new set of characteristics. Composites have enabled the world industry to build lighter, faster, and stronger. In a similar fashion, teaming composites with heating blankets create a higher solution of efficiency and strength. Powerblanket began their journey right here, with concrete curing. They set forth to solve cold weather concrete...
Despite pandemic challenges, Thermo King Sales & Service in Des Moines is focused on the future and the service they provide to customers. And they demonstrated it in a big way namely a $3 million expansion and renovation investment in their facility and the growing market in and around the capital of Iowa. “We had outgrown our existing facility several years ago but were landlocked until the neighboring property went up for sale in late 2018,” said Matt Greibrok, vice president...
Armstrong Fluid Technology is offering a carefully researched and detailed whitepaper that analyzes the features and benefits of Hydronic systems compared to Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems. Entitled, The Advantages of Hydronic Systems Versus Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) – A Critical Analysis, the 18-page whitepaper presents a detailed review of technical data plus post-installation analysis of system types. The insightful analysis also examines the cost-savings claims made by...
Residential HVAC systems contain unique characteristics when compared to commercial systems. Smaller registers and lower airflow are two key differences when put up against larger setups. For these reasons, testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) in residential buildings require appropriately sized and spec’d out airflow measuring devices. airflow capture hoods Most airflow capture hoods are designed for large commercial registers, and in some cases, they are jury-rigged to accommodate...
Big goals and high expectations of the economy characterize the Green Deal of the European Union. "The key to the success of the Green Deal lies not least in the consistent development of the high CO2 reduction potential in the heating market," said Uwe Glock, President of the BDH. “At ISH 2021, the German heating industry will be showing technological innovations and solutions for the successful implementation of the Green Deal. The fair gets right to the point in the hot phase of the Gre...
The issue of indoor air quality has never been more important as businesses across the nation open their premises up again. Panasonic has recently seen increased demand from building services engineers for its CIBSE accredited CPD courses, and the company has now added a new training course on Indoor Air Quality. This new CPD, which can be taken online, highlights the importance and benefits of good Indoor Air Quality, and looks at the impact that poor air quality can have on health, well-being...
When users are looking at how the air conditioner works, it can depend on a wide variety of factors. Most people realize that the brand they select, the size, the features, and the efficiency rating all play a role in how well an air conditioner will cool the Los Angeles home. However, many environmental issues also play a significant part in not only the air conditioner’s performance but contribute to potential problems they may face. Their team of experts at Tassio Temperature wants to...
In the hottest days of summer, an inefficient HVAC system can run for much of the day. Older units tend to be less efficient than newer ones, but there are ways to improve the performance of air conditioning (AC) systems. Home owners diligently mow the lawn every weekend, but how often do they inspect the landscaping around the outdoor AC unit? This unit is typically tucked out of sight, so it’s easy to neglect. One should make it a point to maintain the area around it with a pair of trim...
DENSO Corporation has established 'Global R&D Tokyo, Haneda' as a new base for R&D on automated driving and related technologies. It is located in Haneda Innovation City, which was opened in 2020. Global R&D Tokyo In April 2018, DENSO set up Global R&D Tokyo near Shinagawa Station, to conduct R&D mainly on automated driving. The newly established Global R&D Tokyo, Haneda will have an office to design and develop automated driving technology, an automotive service buildi...
In the context of the current developments at the meat manufacturer Tönnies in Rheda-Wiedenbrück, there is currently a public discussion as to whether the ventilation system in operation could have contributed to the spread of the coronavirus. Martin Exner, professor at the Institute for Hygiene and Public Health at the University of Bonn, is quoted in a WDR report from June 24th, 2020. There it says: Exner has identified a ‘previously overlooked risk factor’ in his invest...
Portable air conditioners have become a popular summertime cooling solution, valued for their easy, non-intrusive installation, fast set up, and the ability to easily store them away after the summer season ends. There is no end to the possible applications for a portable unit. Bedrooms, sunrooms, workout rooms, garages and other areas where relief is needed from the sweltering summer months are a great place to use a portable AC. Even homeowners with central AC will be glad to have one of thes...
The BDH welcomes twelve new member companies to its ranks. The BDH's general assembly had previously spoken out in favor of admission at an extraordinary meeting. The new members produce ceramic chimneys or elements for such systems. The BDH is thus expanding the exhaust technology department, in which up until now only the manufacturers of stainless steel exhaust systems were represented. “It is expedient to bundle the interests of the producers of exhaust systems in one organization. In...
Pump insulation jackets are specialized protective equipment designed to fit around industrial pumping equipment. Many different industries pump fluids or gases through pipes and need points of pump access on their pipeline. These industries include oil and gas, agriculture, transportation, power plants, marine and aerospace, chemical, bio-pharmaceutical, and more. These pumps are critical locations and are greatly vulnerable, regardless of their contents. Keeping pumps functional and protected...
Industry-renowned efficiency, precise temperature control and new remote servicing capabilities improve home owner experience and reinforce Lennox’ leadership in product innovation. Lennox Industries (Lennox), a trusted HVAC brand for 125 years, is raising the bar on its Ultimate Comfort System, by unveiling a 99 percent efficient gas furnace with enhanced diagnostics, and a new Lennox PROs Service Dashboard for contractors, in order to improve customer relationship management and remote...
Unmatched for quality, ease and control, Friedrich’s new 2019 smart models have integrated Wi-Fi control through Friedrich Connect™, and are voice command compatible. From the commercial-grade, 20-gauge steel cabinet and fully enclosed fan motors to its unrivaled QuietMaster technology, Kühl represents a new standard in room air conditioners. 6,000 - 35,000 Btu/hr. Cooling only, heat pumps and cooling + electric heat models. Friedrichs Kühl's quiet des...
Applied Comfort Products celebrated the production of its 150,000th packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) in June. The milestone was reached last week when the EA product rolled off the production line at the company’s headquarters in Cambridge, Canada. heating and cooling solutions Applied Comfort has been trading for over 25 years and is a manufacturer of through-the-wall and zoned heating and cooling solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors. Brett Richardson, President...
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (or HVAC) is a modern technology that maintains temperature, good water pressure, and chemical composition within the design parameters. More and more people are interested in their health and conscious consumption. Buying HVAC systems online solves both these problems. When users are buying a new HVAC system, they create and maintain a perfect microclimate within the home comfortable for the user, for the plants, animals, and material objects (for exa...
Airedale International has showcased the ingenuity of its R&D team by developing a new dual-function version of its pioneering hybrid fan coil unit to meet evolving industry demands. They have launched the latest generation of the award-winning Artus fan coil unit range, now with a four-pipe integrated heating and cooling option for commercial and residential spaces. Artus fan coil unit The original, single coil Artus first appeared on the market two years ago and has since found success i...
Control Technologies, Inc. (CTI) is pleased to welcome industry-veteran Ariana Axelrod, PE, CEM in a leadership role for its Boston operations, alongside the HTS New England and DXS New England teams. Ariana is a licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Energy Manager with an extensive background in HVAC and building automation. “I have worked closely with the HTS and DXS team on various projects and have always admired their approach to supporting their customers,” said Axelrod...
56 percent of the total of approx. 21 million heating systems installed in Germany are technically outdated and therefore insufficiently efficient. This is the central result of the surveys that the Federal Association of Chimney Sweepers (ZIV) and the Federal Association of the German Heating Industry (BDH) carry out annually. “Over half of the heating systems are 20 years old and older. We should point out to our customers that these systems are now to be regarded as energetically ineff...
The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is warning that COVID-19 has caused an economic climate ripe for rogue trainers and rogue training courses. For those who have been made redundant, or those whose priorities have changed post-pandemic, seeking to re-train in a new sector is an attractive prospect. As one of the few industries operational during coronavirus, and vital to the UK’s economic recovery, construction has weathered the storm better than many othe...
HSB Living Lab and Leanheat by Danfoss have entered a collaboration to improve liveability in buildings. By harnessing feedback loops between building performance, indoor conditions and resident-perceived indoor comfort, the partnership project aims at bringing new insights on the interaction between smart maintenance and liveability. Smart maintenance and liveability Launched in June 2020, the new collaboration between the Swedish HSB Living Lab and Leanheat by Danfoss focuses on the optimal...
The Federation of German Heating Industry (BDH) sees the National Hydrogen Strategy (NSW) adopted by the Federal Cabinet as a positive move, as it creates a suitable framework for the future generation, transport, and use of hydrogen. National Hydrogen Strategy (NSW) “With the NSW, the federal government is sending a strong signal for the achievement of the ambitious 2030 climate targets,” commented BDH President Uwe Glock, adding “This means that climate-neutral energy sourc...
DENSO announced it has opened an Electrification Innovation Center at its plant in Anjo, Aichi, Japan. The move supports the company’s aggressive development and production of electrified automotive products, systems, and technologies. electric vehicles DENSO has long developed and produced key products for electric vehicles, including inverters and motor generators used in hybrid vehicles and battery packs in mild hybrids, also known as stop-start technology. As part of its efforts to...
WILO SE has published its current group-wide Sustainability Report 2019. “With our Sustainability Report 2019, we document the responsibility assumed by the Wilo Group towards our customers, our employees, society as a whole, and the environment,” explains Oliver Hermes, President & CEO of the Wilo Group. “With this report, we want to highlight what we’ve achieved to date and what we’ve got planned for the future, while at the same time inviting dialogue and di...
DrivingDigital transformation has been part of everyday lives for some time now. In addition to processes and products, services are also moving into the virtual space with increasing frequency, in the construction industry, too. Wilo, the Dortmund-based technology specialist, is going online with its new Building Information Modelling (BIM) Portal, in order to virtually design projects in building services and water management. Functional and technical properties Building Information Modelli...
With the increased use of Nest Thermostat technology, the Applied Comfort engineers prove compatibility with the Robertshaw PAC‐840000 Series electronic board used in the PTAC/PTHP products with the NEST Model T3007EF, 3rd Generation Learning Thermostat.
A number of American manufacturers of heating, cooling, and water heating products, and equipment, members of the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), joined more than 750 contractors and distributors, from across the country, in asking the US Congress to extend and expand existing tax credits for home energy-efficiency improvements. In a letter to the US House and Senate leadership, the companies, which represent some 2.4 million American jobs, requested the extension...
DENSO Corporation (DENSO) and Certhon Group (Certhon) announced that they established on May 29, 2020, DENSO AgriTech Solutions, Inc., a sales company focused on providing innovative horticulture solutions. agricultural products The joint venture will offer customers DENSO’s agricultural products, such as the Profarm T-cube, and Certhon’s horticulture products and services. Moreover, it will provide next-generation turn-key horticulture solutions, including agronomy consulting and...
AET Flexible Space systems have featured personal user control for thirty years, highlighting the advanced and user led design of their underfloor systems and this latest feature only serves to improve comfort cooling for office workers, by allowing individuals to take control of their environment. Underfloor AC systems Underfloor air conditioning systems are commonly used in office environments, utilizing the plenum beneath a raised floor as the ventilation zone. Fully conditioned air is supp...
