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LG HVAC Premier Service Champion Program Launch

Global HVAC technology pioneer - LG Electronics continues to set new standards in HVAC training and customer service excellence with the launch of the Premier Service Champion Program, a new initiative designed to equip LG distributors and applied representatives with advanced technical knowledge, hands-on training, and cutting-edge industry resources. The program provides comprehensive education modules and expert-led workshops to enhance technical expertise and troubleshooting skills, raising...

Emerson's Smart Dust Collector Solutions

Emerson announced the launch of a new solution for Dust Collector Monitoring and Control. A wide range of industries—including cement, mining and metals, chemicals and plastics, food and dairy, power, utilities, and more—handle materials that generate significant amounts of dust and particulate emissions. Automating dust collection monitoring is an effective way to optimize filtration, ensure environmental compliance, reduce costly maintenance, and avoid expensive unplanned downtim...

Johnson Controls Marks 140 Years Of HVAC Innovation And Excellence

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, safe and sustainable buildings, is celebrating 140 years of achievements and industry-firsts. Since its founding in 1885, Johnson Controls has continuously improved the built environment, delivering the first automatic sprinkler and then the first room thermostat shortly thereafter.  Fire protection and smart security portfolio Johnson Controls is serving customers throughout the building lifecycle with one of the largest portfolio...

Carrier Launches New VRF System At UK Construction Week 2025

Carrier Solutions UK is set to make an impact at HVAC+R at UK Construction Week 2025, with an impressive stand showcasing its expanded portfolio of best-in-class heating and cooling solutions. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Latest advances in heat pumps Under the theme “Power Play as One Team”, Carrier Solutions UK’s stand will unite three of the...

Data Center Cooling Systems: Optimize Efficiency

Modern data centers require advanced cooling solutions to operate at peak performance. As one of the most rapidly growing industries in the world, data centers are changing how they develop new cooling technology at a record pace. The data center market is projected to continue growing by 8.5% per year over the next five years, to over $600 billion by 2029. Global power demand by 2028 Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are driving increased data center demand, and the...

Viessmann Launches Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control

Viessmann Climate Solution UK's Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control is now available for new Vitodens 050-W gas condensing boilers, allowing end-users to wirelessly control their hot water and heating. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Launched in 2023 for its Vitodens 100-W and 111-W unvented system and combi storage boilers, Viessmann has also released a Vitotrol 100-EH model for heat pumps,...

Baxi Survey: Net Zero Enthusiasm In School Heating

A survey conducted by Baxi of 200 state school estate managers, consultant engineers, and M&E contractors has found that while enthusiasm for net zero and support for low-carbon heating systems in schools is thriving, persistent barriers remain. The survey found extremely strong support for net zero within schools, with 90% of estates managers who responded agreeing that net zero is a priority, a sentiment echoed by 78% of consultant engineers and contractors. 99% of the school estate manag...

Andrew Stride Leads A-Gas Expansion In Nova Scotia

A-Gas, a pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services, announces that Andrew Stride will serve as General Manager for their Canadian operations and expanded business in Nova Scotia. Andrew Stride joined A-Gas in the fall of 2021 and became Director of Operations in Canada in late 2023. During his tenure leading A-Gas’ Canadian operations at the Hamilton site, Andrew has led the start-up facility in Stoney Creek, Ontario, fro...

Ziehl-Abegg Apprenticeship: Transforming Careers

On National Apprenticeship Day, April 30, 2025, Ziehl-Abegg isn’t just celebrating a program—it’s celebrating people. People like Joshua Baxley, who walked through the doors of the company as a curious apprentice and now helps design next-generation airflow systems as a Jr. Project Engineer at the company’s state-of-the-art North American headquarters in Winston-Salem. Joshua’s journey is one of many that illustrates how apprenticeships are more than training&mdash...

Johnstone Supply Honors Nidec's Morgan Silvey

HVAC wholesale giant Johnstone Supply recently honored Nidec Motor Corporation’s Morgan Silvey with its Leadership Award. The award was presented at Johnstone’s Spring Meeting and Trade Show in San Diego. Johnstone Supply representatives said Silvey was chosen for the award due to his leadership in achieving outstanding results with a clear dedication to excellence and partnership, contributing to substantial ECM motor growth in 2024. Johnstone’s Relationship with Nidec Silv...

Ideal Heating's Evomax 2 Powers Ash View Extra Care

Ideal Heating Commercial POD Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and Evomax 2 condensing boilers have been installed into Ash View Extra Care in Huddersfield as part of a heat network designed to heat the 50 one and two-bedroom flats and communal areas, along with hot water, at this new development for Kirklees Council.  Ash View Extra Care is a specialist housing development, designed to maintain the independence of older people who have care and/or support needs. Hard-wired Mbus heat meters Id...

Hamworthy Heating's Free Offer On Stratton mk3 Boilers

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce a new offer for 2025: free commissioning on all Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boilers. This free commissioning promotion applies to all Stratton mk3 models ordered between April 1 and invoiced by December 31, 2025, and offers customers the opportunity to optimise their system’s performance from the outset. For added peace of mind, each boiler is also backed by...

GF Building Flow Solutions: Top Workplace 2025 Award Winner

GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, the manufacturer of Uponor-branded products, has been named a 2025 USA Top Workplaces Culture Excellence winner across three categories: Innovation, Work-Life Flexibility, and Compensation & Benefits. This is the company’s fourth consecutive year on the national Top Workplaces list. The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. These awards are bas...

Quilt's Certified Partner Program For HVAC Pros

Quilt, a pioneering innovator in smart home climate technology, announced an evolution in its business with the introduction of its Certified Partner Program, a collaborative initiative connecting HVAC professionals with Quilt's category-defining heat pumps. As part of this strategic expansion, the company is also broadening its service to three new markets this year - Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland - in addition to continuing its successful operations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Quilt&...

Hitachi Announces The Launch Of Yutaki M Series 2 Heat Pump

Following its European debut in September 2024, the compact Yutaki M R32 Series 2 air-to-water heat pump is now fully available in the UK market. Designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind, it delivers space heating, cooling, and domestic hot water (DHW) — all in a sleek, modern unit ideal for small homes and new-build properties.   With models ranging from 4.3 kW to 8 kW, the Yutaki M Series 2 fits perfectly into homes with limited indoor space. Its monobloc design means everyt...

GF Building Flow's Sustainable Water Solutions

“Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting climate change, as well as on the delivery of hygienic drinking water, GF Building Flow Solutions strives continuously to pioneer in sustainable water solutions for buildings." "The manufacturing of our products and solutions is based on sound environmental management practices, embracing renewable energy sources across our global operations to reduce their environmental footprint. We are committed to takin...

GF Building Flow Prioritizes Carbon-Neutral Operations

GF Building Flow Solutions advances its carbon-neutral journey, adding three more manufacturing sites – Cerkezkoy (Turkey), Ecoflex production in Hassfurt (Germany), and Apple Valley (USA) – to its carbon-neutral operations (Scope 1 & 2). This result highlights GF Building Flow Solutions’ ongoing commitment to minimize resource consumption.   Manufacturing of products and solutions “Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting c...

Medford Wellington Partners With Morris Mechanical HVAC

Medford Wellington, a business continuity company that has been providing New England enterprises with commercial services and construction for almost 60 years, announced a strategic partnership with Morris Mechanical, a well-respected HVAC service provider based in Clinton, MA.  This marks Medford Wellington’s third expansion in the past year, reinforcing its commitment to meeting growing demand and serving as a single-source partner for businesses across New England. Morris Mechan...

Trane Technologies Achieves CDP 'A List' For Climate Leadership

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate by CDP, earning a place on its annual ‘A List’ for the third consecutive year. Of the record 22,400 companies that received a climate score this year, Trane Technologies is distinguished as part of the 2% of scored companies to earn an ‘A’ rating. CDP’s rigorous scoring process CDP’s rigorous scoring process assesses the compr...

NIBCO PressACR: Fast HVACR Installation Solution

NIBCO INC. introduces its PressACR® 1 3/8” OD jaw that is compatible with the RIDGID® and Milwaukee Tool® 32kN tools, as well as NIBCO’s PC-280 tool. The NIBCO PressACR fitting press end connection reduces installation time while the patented interior groove design and gray HNBR seal make it suitable for high-pressure HVACR applications rated up to 700 psi. PressACR 1 3/8” OD next generation jaw “At NIBCO, we are dedicated to providing the HVACR industry wi...

Carrier Training Academy Opens For UK HVAC Engineers

Carrier Solutions UK has officially opened its state-of-the-art training academy in Stockport, where it will offer industry-renowned education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK. The flagship facility represents a significant investment in professional development, providing a dedicated center of excellence for engineers to train on the latest heating and cooling technologies. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pionee...

A-Gas And RSI Forge Ahead In Refrigerant Management

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant and fire suppressant management, acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI), a recognized brand in the Canadian refrigerant industry. The acquisition, finalized in late March 2025, further solidifies A-Gas' position as a world pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. A-Gas' commitment A-Gas' commitment to delivering enhanced refrigerant keys and support to busi...

Hitachi Residential HVAC Expands Across Canada

Master is proud to announce the nationwide addition of Hitachi residential HVAC products, marking a major expansion of its industry-pioneering portfolio and a strengthened partnership with Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning. With more than 70 years of expertise in residential air conditioning, more than 40 years of pioneering DC inverter technology, and most recently, the introduction of the groundbreaking FrostWash™ technology, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning is a global...

Navien NCB500: Compact System Boiler For Modern Homes

Boiler manufacturer, Navien UK, has unveiled a brand-new compact system boiler, helping homeowners benefit from all the advantages of its NCB500 combi boilers, such as a 10-year warranty, stainless steel heat exchanger and cupboard fit dimensions. Designed for modern family homes, Navien’s NCB500 system boiler is a great option for homeowners looking for a cost-effective yet advanced heating solution, which is the ideal choice for properties having an existing hot water cylinder. First g...

IRA: Aeroseal's Role In Energy-Efficient Homebuilding

The recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) solidified long-term opportunities for homebuilders to earn significant tax credits by improving the energy efficiency in new single- and multi-family homes. Federal tax credit 45L — the New Energy Efficient Home Credit — targets new homebuilders and is verified under the ENERGY STAR® New Home Construction and Net Zero Ready certification programs. Aeroseal® duct sealing and AeroBarrier envelope solutions are among the...

Optimize Home Efficiency: Earth Day Energy Solutions

This Earth Day, let’s focus on simple actions everyone can take to save energy and reduce the overall environmental impact. Implementing these tips can lead to significant savings on energy bills and contribute to a healthier planet. Maximize Natural Light Utilize natural light as much as possible. Arrange the workspace near windows and consider using light-colored curtains that allow sunlight to penetrate the home while preserving privacy. Upgrade to LED Lighting If not already switch...

Prima Power: Innovative Bending Machines

Nowadays, products are experiencing progressively shorter life cycles, demanding businesses to enhance their production flexibility. The key to navigating this challenge lies in embracing adaptable technologies capable of swiftly accommodating frequent redesigns. Precise and automated machinery emerges as a cornerstone in maintaining quality, accuracy and aesthetics in manufacturing processes. With the industry facing a shortage of skilled labor, the significance of intuitive, highly automated...

Transform Building Stock: Passive House Conference 2026

The 28th International Passive House Conference will take place in the German city of Essen in April 2026. The main theme of the conference is 'Driving Transformation with Energy Efficiency!': High energy efficiency is essential to making the buildings ready for the future. The conference with its varied programme will take place in Essen's House of Technology. The call for Papers has begun and will run until the end of June 2025. Future-proof building stock The Passive House Institute and it...

Matt Rogers Joins Quilt's Board For Smart Home Growth

Quilt, a pioneering innovator in smart home climate technology, announced that Matt Rogers, CEO and co-founder of Mill, co-founder of Nest, and founder of Incite, has joined its board of directors. A prominent figure in the smart home, design, and climate space, Rogers is widely respected for creating the iconic smart thermostat and for accelerating growth for mission-driven organizations. Quilt's growth and innovation Quilt, Nest and Mill are among the most successful startups in the smart h...

Malco Tools Wins 2025 Metal Of Honor Award For Excellence In Manufacturing

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s renowned solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, has earned the 2025 Metal of Honor Award from Metal Roofing Magazine. This is the 10th year Malco has earned the recognition, which is voted on by roofers and contractors.  Marking its 21st year, the Metal of Honor program gives metal roofers the opportunity to cast their ballot on which companies and products are the highest quality and...

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