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Mitsubishi Electric will host a CIBSE Journal webinar on Wednesday, 24th April 2024 at 1 pm, to discuss the legislation and initiatives driving changes in the way needed to heat, cool, and ventilate large commercial buildings to reach net zero emissions in the United Kingdom (UK). decarbonization solutions With 80% of the buildings to be used in 2050 already built, decarbonizing the built environment is not just about designing new and greener buildings, but rather adopting innovative solution...
Hamworthy Heating, a technical expert in commercial heating and hot water products is pleased to announce it has expanded its pioneering CIBSE-approved Continuous Professional Development (CPD) portfolio with the launch of three new learning modules, as part of its latest hot water series on Domestic Hot Water (DHW) Best Practise. Designed for anyone involved in managing domestic hot water in commercial buildings, the new series of CIBSE-approved CPD modules enables consultants, contractors, an...
Property operations software firm Facilio announces the launch of its ready-to-deploy refrigerant tracking and leak detection software solution. This is meant for all grocery and convenience store operators who want to implement an automatic leak detection system to identify and mitigate potential refrigerant leaks to achieve 100% compliance. The new regulations under the proposed American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act will result in store operators facing hefty fines (up to $57,000 pe...
Cool Designs Ltd, the UK's major independent air conditioning distributor, has opened a major new branch at Holmes Chapel near Crewe, in the latest stage of the company's ongoing expansion plans. new facility The new facility, located near the M6, includes a showroom, offices, workshop, and conference center, plus an additional 11,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, enabling CDL to increase equipment stocks and further enhance support for its rapidly growing customer base in the Midlands and...
On April 11th, a brand-new state-of-the-art heat pump showroom and training center opened its doors in Honiton. Daikin Sustainable Home Center Daikin, the UK’s heat pump manufacturer, has continued to grow its Sustainable Home Network, which provides local access to the latest heating and cooling technologies and training facilities to upskill heating engineers as the nation transitions from fossil fuels to renewable energy. This is Daikin’s fifth Sustainable Home Centre launch in...
ABM, a globally renowned provider of integrated facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, announced the initiation of an Energy Performance Contracting program for the Clarke County Commission in Alabama, USA. The project includes upgrades to HVAC systems, lighting technology, and related controls that are expected to create $1.8 million in cost savings over 20 years and will also improve security and indoor air quality for the county’s facilities. Security and...
Uwe Sigloch (Vice President of Global Product Management, ebm-papst) was elected as the new Chairperson of the Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ (PG-FANS), during the group’s recent meeting on 21 March 2024 in Warsaw. Uwe Sigloch Uwe Sigloch has several years of experience in the Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’, where he previously held the position of Vice-Chairperson since 2014. He will solemnly take up the role for the next two years as the only...
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), the pioneer in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, published the fifth edition of its HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual, which is available digitally and in print. This edition presents the methods and procedures for properly designing an HVAC air distribution system, with new detailed information on duct design, duct fitting selection, examples, calculations,...
Mitsubishi Electric has launched an air-cooled chiller with a new proprietary single-screw compressor to offer greater energy efficiency and high reliability for a longer operating life. The MECH-iF range offers capacities from 345kW to 921kW and is available with R1234ze (G04) or R513A (G05) refrigerant and brand-new proprietary screw variable speed compressors. MECH-iF range MECH-iF is a milestone in the company’s air-cooled screw chiller portfolio, paving the way for the development...
Johnson Controls has joined the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Campaign, a voluntary initiative comprising of industry leaders and champions that assists public sector organizations across the nation modernize buildings, address maintenance backlogs, reduce energy and water expenses, support local economic development and achieve efficiency and environmental goals. Johnson Controls will collaborate with the DOE to promote and share...
Johnson Controls., the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is showcasing its portfolio of in-house developed and cyber-hardened access control and video surveillance solutions for enterprise applications during ISC West. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls experts are on hand to discuss the latest solutions enhancing physical and cyber security, while adapting to compliance regulations. “The enterprise security landscape is undergoing a transformative s...
Johnson Controls (JCI), the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, was named the overall leader for its smart building management platform in the Smart Building Management Platforms competitive assessment, conducted by ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm. Researchers assessed the Johnson Controls OpenBlue ecosystem of connected technologies and services, scoring it highest in implementation among nine other platform providers. The findings were reconfirmed...
Galletti, an Italian-based HVACR manufacturer has joined Eurovent as its newest member. The Eurovent Board announced Galletti’s membership during its online meeting on Tuesday 19 March 2024. chillers and heat pumps Galletti, a family-owned company founded in 1906, manufactures hydronic indoor units, chillers, and air-water and water-water heat pumps. Through its new ‘Open Innovation’ approach, the company develops advanced design solutions for the tertiary and residentia...
Air pollution can have serious medical consequences for those living in locations with a poor rating. From triggering respiratory conditions to long-term impacts, such as dementia, it is clear why a variety of efforts are being made to help clean the atmosphere. With this in mind, David Millward, Group Product Manager from Elta Group, delves into the issues surrounding the right to clean air and why it shouldn’t stop there. Link between air pollution and medical illnesses The link betwe...
Ruskin is pleased to announce the BTD830 bubble tight isolation damper, the company’s newest addition to its bubble tight product series. The BTD830 is a rectangular bubble tight damper ideal for applications where extremely low leakage is required. The rectangular design offers more free area, lower pressure drops, better airflow compared to round or oval dampers, and is a lower-cost alternative to other bubble tight dampers. BTD830 single-bladed bubble tight isolation damper Standard...
Hoshizaki America, Inc., a pioneer innovator in commercial kitchen equipment, proudly announces the advancement of one of its own, Sally Ray, to the position of Vice President of Marketing. Concurrently, the company warmly welcomes a new addition to its leadership team, appointing Loanne Freedlund as the new Vice President of Finance. Sally Ray has been with Hoshizaki for almost nine years, advancing through a variety of Marketing roles with increasing responsibility. Additionally, as a Certifi...
DENSO CORPORATION and other partners have been chosen by an industry-government-academia collaborative project aiming to expand the recycled content for automobiles in the fiscal year 2023 supported by Ministry of the Environment, Japan. The project, titled "Demonstration of Manufacturing-and-Recycling Integrated Process for Horizontal Cycle Enabled by Automated Sophisticated Dismantling of ELVs, (end-of-life vehicles)" has begun in early March and is scheduled to conclude by the end of Januar...
Welcome to the essential guide to Air Duct Cleaning in Vero Beach, a key component of maintaining a healthy, comfortable living environment in the home. As spring arrives, bringing with it the urge to freshen up the spaces, it’s crucial not to overlook the hidden systems that play a significant role in daily comfort and well-being. Among these, air ducts are pivotal, yet they often go unnoticed until problems arise. Home’s indoor air quality In Vero Beach, where the blend of...
DigiCert, Inc., a provider of digital trust, and Macnica announce they will provide public key infrastructure (PKI) to Panasonic Life Solutions India Private Ltd., one of the manufacturers of home appliances. Together, they will introduce the first room air conditioner in India equipped with Matter 1.2, a common standard for smart homes. As a novel common standard that enables seamless compatibility and secure connectivity between IoT devices within a smart home, the Matter standard provides th...
St. Paul Catholic Church in Valparaiso, Ind., took a significant step towards heating modernization by installing three state-of-the-art Weil-McLain Stainless Steel Vertical (SVF) 725 boiler units. G.L. Jorgensen Heating & Cooling, the installation contractor, played a pivotal role in the hydronic heating replacement project. St. Paul Catholic Church, spanning roughly 18,000 square feet with seating for 950 parishioners, sought a heating solution that not only accommodat...
Vaisala’s journey of increasing climate action and reducing emissions continues as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved Vaisala’s near-term science-based emission reduction targets. According to the targets, Vaisala commits to more than halve its direct greenhouse gas emissions (scope 1) and purchased-energy emissions (scope 2) from 2021 level by 2030. Moreover, Vaisala commits to more than halve its other indirect emissions (scope 3) in relation to gross profit...
Airzone Control, a provider of HVAC solutions for zoning, automation, and smart control, announces the launch of the Aidoo Z-Wave. Designed as an integrator-friendly system add-on, the Aidoo Z-Wave bridges the gap between the Inverter/VRF or mini-split HVAC system and any Z-Wave-enabled smart home platform. This ground-breaking controller offers unprecedented control over Inverter/VRF and mini-split HVAC systems, significantly boosting energy efficiency. Z-Wave’s mesh network topol...
Inta (Intatec), one of the UK’s major heating and plumbing product manufacturers, has launched its new Inta Tenant Hub. This cutting-edge assembly has been designed to give specifiers a simple solution to water management and measurement in multi-tenant buildings. Inta Tenant Hub The Inta Tenant Hub combines several essential components into one compact unit, including a stop valve, an adjustable pressure-reducing valve, a pressure gauge, a Class D water meter carrier, and a doubl...
ACV UK, a hot water and heating specialist, is pleased to announce the launch of its new CIBSE-approved CPD training module, ‘Factors driving material selection for hot water storage products’. Split into easy-to-read sections, the new CPD looks at water composition, how this can vary between regions, and the effects it can have on materials commonly used in the manufacture of hot water tanks. It also covers the different types of corrosion and how this can trigger and manifest. ne...
Following a record year for its residential building services division, Wilo has announced the appointment of Dan Williams to its business development team. Dan Williams Dan Williams, a former Assistant Manager at a national plumbers’ merchant and a plumbing and heating engineer by trade, has joined Wilo as a Business Development Representative, to continue growing the pump manufacturer’s presence in the UK. With ten years of experience in the HVAC industry, Dan will be covering t...
XOi, the global provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, and AAON, a world major in HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments, are collaborating to create a fully connected equipment lifecycle, empowering technicians and factory experts to quickly and efficiently resolve issues, improve productivity, and enhance customer experience. XOi’s field intelligence-powered solution and deep data insigh...
Harts Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians, a top-rated electrical and plumbing company founded in 2013, has officially launched expert HVAC services to homeowners throughout Tacoma, Seattle and the surrounding area. The move helps Harts become a one-stop-shop for area homeowners. As part of the introduction of HVAC services, the company formerly known as Harts Services has changed its name to Harts Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians. Residential home service “Over the...
Excited to announce the release of the brand new BIM Tool, a software service solution that empowers customers and stakeholders to leverage Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance project efficiency and collaboration. BIM is digitalizing the way buildings and HVAC projects are designed, constructed, and operated. It enables users to create virtual models that contain all the essential data about a building, from architectural plans to mechanical systems. Range of benefits By integratin...
More than 200 of Logic Air heat pumps are being installed in properties across the North East as part of a major social housing upgrade program. Heat pumps form part of a £7m retrofit upgrade investment by Bernicia Group and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The investment will mean hundreds of tenants will benefit from improvements to their homes to meet Government targets, including the installation of heat pumps and solar panels, as well as better insulation. I...
Lochinvar, an industry major in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces the launch of its XCalibur™ Condensing High-Efficiency Tankless Water Heaters with X3® Scale Prevention Technology. Bringing to market new premium features, including an integrated recirculation pump and patented heat exchanger; enhanced installation flexibility, and high-efficiency performance, the XCalibur tankless water heater supports busy contractors and homeowners. XCalibur tankless...