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Heatmasters heat treatment furnaces are designed together with the customer to ensure that they provide a heat treatment furnace that is a perfect fit for the operations and heating processes. Recently, Heatmasters delivered another preheating furnace that was tailor-made and delivered to a large multinational corporation providing integrated solutions for the marine industry. The customer will be utilizing this furnace for pre-heating works in a variety of locations worldwide. Heat treatment...
Carrier has launched its new Wi-Fi-enabled smart air purifier, a simple, cost-effective way to improve the quality of indoor air in almost any room of a home or apartment – and the newest offering in Carrier’s Healthy Homes Program. The Carrier smart air purifier continuously samples incoming air, measures levels of pollution and indicates air quality with an easy-to-read LED screen. Additionally, the Carrier Home app allows homeowners to create a healthier home from anywhere. Car...
Warm drowsy meetings, stuffy classrooms, freezing office spaces, cold waiting areas, or just a room at home that never seems to feel ‘warm enough’. Everyone understands the importance of thermal comfort. And they understand its impact, particularly following a year where everyone has spent more time inside than ever before. The bodies are amazingly sensitive to temperature change. A lack of thermal comfort makes us feel stressed, annoyed, and distracted if it is too cold and sleepy,...
CoolMasterNet’s hardware was recently modified to comply with the KNX standards. With this hardware development, CoolMasterNet seamlessly integrates with the KNX ecosystem and is discoverable in ETS (all editions). How Does the Integration Work? CoolMasterNet is a Universal HVAC gateway. It enables a VRF HVAC to be accessible and fully controllable through the KNX-based devices, providing bi-directional communication with real-time feedback. To simply design the project with the E...
Ruskin launches new CFD7T-SR UL Classified ceiling radiation dampers for wood truss construction. Unlike other ceiling dampers designed and tested for wood truss applications, the CFD7T-SR is supplied as a Ruskin CFDR7T damper factory mounted on top of an R6 insulated steel plenum. Meeting the requirements Model CFD7T-SR meets the requirements for fire/radiation dampers established by: National Fire Protection Association NFPA Standards 80, 90A, 92A, 92B, and 101 ICC Inter...
GE Appliances. (GEA), a Haier company announced a new Vertical Terminal Air Conditioner (VTAC) poised to reinvent the design of Single Packaged Vertical Units (SPVU). The GE Zoneline® Ultimate V10™ was designed in collaboration with hotel and residential property owners and architects to create a new way of installing the air conditioning chassis that makes installation 60% faster. With additional features like ultra-quiet cooling, onboard diagnostics, and SmartHQ WiFi capabilities, t...
GE Appliances. (GEA), a Haier company is continuing its U.S. manufacturing expansion with a $5 million investment in its Selmer, Tennessee Monogram Refrigeration subsidiary to begin production of new Zoneline® vertical terminal air conditioners, or VTACs, commonly used in hotels and private residential facilities. The new product line was formerly produced in Mexico, and the decision was made to restore production closer to U.S. customers. The new investment will create the fifth assembly l...
Microbusinesses have a vital role in the United Kingdom (UK) economy and the energy retail market, accounting for 96% of all UK businesses (5.7 million), 33% of UK employment and a significant proportion of energy expenditure (£3.4 billion in 2020). They are usually enterprises employing up to 10 people. When buying energy, most microbusinesses rely entirely on electricity as a source of power and 62% think of energy as a significant cost to their business. Almost all use a broker to get...
Payzer, a fast-growing mobile and cloud-based software provider, has closed a $23M Series D round of equity capital led by Harbert Growth Partners. Existing and new investors including Grotech Ventures, Route 66 Ventures, Ferguson Ventures, IDEA Fund Partners, and Alerion Ventures also participated. Payzer intends to use the proceeds to increase its focus on delivering its software product, Payzerware, for HVAC, plumbing, electric, roofing, and other specialty trade markets. innovative managem...
American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning, a provider of long-lasting, quality HVAC equipment for more than a century announced that it will be the newest sponsor of the Home Builders Institute (HBI), the educational resource for career technical education in the building industry. Addressing the demand for skilled contractors According to PBS, the shortage of skilled tradespeople in the U.S. is a persistent problem. American Standard is partnering with HBI schools to help address...
Owens Corning is launching AirCare™ Contractor Program™, a turn-key offering that helps contractors blend consultative expertise with practical service solutions to support in-home comfort, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Tested in the field by a cohort of leading contractors, the AirCare™ Contractor Program brings a whole-house, system approach to help HVAC equipment deliver its full potential to the in-home environment. Ductwork reduces energy loss, imp...
Architects no longer have to choose between looks and value when selecting indoor units for HVAC systems. Hitachi’s new Silent-Iconic™ design panel offers both. The Silent-Iconic transforms the Hitachi non-ducted, ceiling-mounted 4-way cassette indoor unit into a sophisticated architectural detail, combining the subtlety of ducted-concealed indoor units with the cost-effectiveness of 4-way cassettes for an optimal solution that is ideal for contemporary settings. Affordable premium...
Allied Air Enterprises, a Lennox International Inc. Company, announces new PRP14 and PRP16 Residential Packaged Units designed for unmatched application flexibility and simple installation. A new base rail design offers secure handling and placement in downflow applications, while upward flanges on downflow connections help water stay out of ducting. Each unit is shipped convertible-ready for downflow and horizontal applications, so a kit is no longer required for installation. A bottom utility...
Uponor’s Board of Directors has appointed Michael Rauterkus as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uponor Group and the Chairman of the Executive Committee. He will join the company and assume the CEO responsibility effective from August 21, 2021. Michael Rauterkus has long experience, wide knowledge and good networks from the industry, as his most recent operative role was being the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Grohe AG, a German sanitary technology manufacturer. Vast...
Trane® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator is launching new offerings to help customers meet energy efficiency, sustainability, and indoor air quality goals as part of its Wellsphere™ holistic approach to indoor environmental quality (IEQ). “Trane’s holistic approach to building wellness helps our customers optimize IEQ in their buildings while increasing energy efficiency and sustainability,” said Manlio Valdes, vice president, Trane p...
Kurt’s AC & Heat and YORK® Factory Direct partnered with Building Homes for Heroes during a Welcome Home ceremony in Ocklawaha, FL., for Army Specialist James Lipscomb. During a mission in Iraq, Specialist Lipscomb was injured when his truck hit an IED. He suffers from degenerative joint disease, PTSD, and a traumatic brain injury. For his service to his country, Specialist Lipscomb was awarded a Purple Heart. To support Specialist Lipscomb, Johnson Controls and YORK Factory Di...
Aspen Manufacturing, LLC, one of the largest independent manufacturers of evaporator coils and air handlers for the residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) marketplace in the United States and Canada, is pleased to announce that Riley Archer has joined the Company as its Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Facility expansion Aspen has experienced strong growth over recent years in both revenue and business complexity is driven by robust industry demand fu...
As of August 1, Maria Fernanda Souto will join Danfoss to head the new Group Strategy Function. Together with a new, incoming strategy team, she will assist the leadership team in developing and tracking the strategy of Danfoss. Maria comes from a position as Group Vice President Head of Strategy in Kongsberg Gruppen in Norway and 11 years as associate partner in McKinsey & Company. Green Transition Increased global focus on energy efficiency and electrification as part of the green...
In the spirit of the 2021 World Refrigeration Day, Eurovent introduces its Cooling Champions. Meet some of the faces from the Eurovent family in a short video that explains why the HVACR industry is cool and why it matters in everyone’s daily life. Follow the Eurovent Cooling Champion video series throughout the summer and join them in celebrating the coolest day of the year. The theme of the 2021 World Refrigeration Day is ‘Cooling Champions: Cool Careers for a Better World&rsquo...
As of August 1st, 2021, Maria Fernanda Souto will join Danfoss to head the new Group Strategy Function. Together with a new, incoming strategy team, she will assist the leadership team in developing and tracking the strategy of Danfoss. Maria comes from a position as Group Vice President Head of Strategy in Kongsberg Gruppen in Norway and 11 years as associate partner in McKinsey & Company. Increased global focus on energy efficiency and electrification as part of the green transition...
The Viessmann Foundation has already been able to hand over around 50 air purification units to social institutions and schools, including the Frankenberg nursing school, Immanuel Hospital in Berlin, and the Sachsenhausen middle school. The experience with the Vitovent 200-P units has been positive throughout. "The filter units are an asset and provide a sense of security in times of pandemic," says Nermin Akkus, Principal of the Mittelpunktschule Sachsenhausen, adding "Especially during the hi...
Primary Engineer® announces Baxi Heating as a new funding partner for the Primary Engineer Structures and Mechanisms with Basic Electrics Project for schools in the Preston area. The projects which will be supported by Baxi Heating engineering professionals in the classroom will enable primary pupils to have an inspiring introduction to engineering and develop skills such as visualizing, problem finding and creative problem solving, testing and evaluation, improving, and adapting along with...
Schneider Electric, the frontrunner in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Antoine Sage as Chief Financial Officer UK & Ireland. Based in London, Antoine will take up his new post from 1st July 2021 and report to Kelly Becker, Zone President UK & Ireland. He will be responsible for a broad spectrum of central functions, including tax, treasury, credit control, financial accounting, and planning, as well as pensions, prem...
Aeroseal, LLC, a climate tech company shrinking carbon emissions from residential and commercial buildings, announced it has raised $22 million in funding. The Series A round was led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV) with participation from Energy Impact Partners and Building Ventures. Interior and exterior of every structure Homes and buildings consume 40% of the nation’s energy, but an average of 30% of this energy is wasted Homes and buildings consume 40% of the nation’s e...
Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has launched through its YORK brand a 10-year residential HVAC leasing program: Ultimate Home Comfort. This industry-first solution provides homeowners with a new, fully installed YORK high-efficiency HVAC system with no money down, as well as factory-backed 10-year parts and labor coverage, and 10 years of service repairs and annual maintenance – all for one, low monthly payment. Ultim...
With the summer season right around the corner, users' thoughts may be turning to keep cool during those summer heatwaves. One of the best ways to do that is by making sure the HVAC system is in good repair and ready for the scorching days ahead. It’s best to have the HVAC system checked out by a reputable professional HVAC service early in the spring, just in case users are going to need HVAC system repair to make it through the summer heat. If technicians are asking if an HVA...
What do they do if users have to replace an old oil boiler with a sustainable, environmentally compatible alternative, but a heat pump or a gas connection is not suitable? More than a quarter of all heat generators in Germany are oil heaters. However, almost 4.8 million boilers in the country are outdated and inefficient. It has been confirmed that new oil boilers will have to be installed in combination with renewable energies from 2026. Proven condensing boiler The new ‘Future Fuels R...
CIC has launched ‘Carbon Zero: the professional institutions’ climate action plan’, which was spearheaded by CIC’s Climate Change Panel, which is chaired by CIC’s Deputy Chairman, Stephen Hodder MBE. The CIC Climate Change Panel coordinates the efforts of the professional institutes in the built environments to meet the UK government's 2050 net zero emissions targets. Climate Action Plan This Climate Action Plan is proposed by the professional institutions and or...
Ahead of the summer heat across the United Kingdom, REHUA, the globally renowned polymer specialist, has upgraded their smart heating control, in order to be able to seamlessly transfer between heating and cooling. NEA Smart 2.0 Allowing developers and contractors to provide efficient heating and cooling from a single solution, the NEA Smart 2.0 uses a series of algorithms to regulate temperature. These algorithms allow the device to learn occupant habits and data from multiple sensors in floo...
HMS Networks launches a new IR-based Intesis® AC interface that enables integration of any air conditioning unit, regardless of brand, into Modbus or BACnet Building Automation Systems. Controlling Air Conditioning systems HVAC systems are usually the largest energy consumers in a building. Therefore, it is crucial for building owners to monitor and control these systems to save costs and energy. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has made it increasingly important to find new ways of in...
