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Aircuity, a pioneer in airflow optimization technology, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the world’s largest Net Zero building. With nearly 1 million square feet in scope, this project marks a significant milestone for Aircuity, following its involvement in numerous Net Zero initiatives over the years. The building is designed to be the largest and tallest Net Zero building in the world and is targeting a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum rating along w...
ABB and CERN, the European Laboratory for Particle Physics, have identified significant energy-saving potential through a strategic research partnership focused on the cooling and ventilation system at one of the world’s leading laboratories for particle physics institutes, located in Geneva, Switzerland. The study included energy efficiency audits which have helped to identify a savings potential of 17.4 percent across a fleet of 800 motors. energy consumption roadmap The research, con...
Hoshizaki America, Inc., a major innovator in commercial kitchen equipment, is proud to announce the ground-breaking for its new two-story warehouse, located adjacent to its current manufacturing facility in Peachtree City, Georgia, USA. The ground-breaking marks the beginning of construction for a 120,000 square foot facility that will revolutionize Hoshizaki’s material flow throughout fabrication and assembly processes for its commercial ice machines. This investment in infrastructure...
Intelligent power management company - Eaton has again been recognized by Ethisphere, a global major in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Grounded in Ethisphere’s proprietary Ethics Quotient®, the World’s Most Ethical Companies assessment process includes more than 200 questions on culture, environmental and social practices, ethics and compliance activities, governance, diversity and init...
Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, has been recognized as a top workplace by Seattle Business Magazine, the Pacific Northwest’s premier business publication and pioneering employee engagement and workplace culture experts. For the second consecutive year, BDR was named one of Washington’s Best Companies to Work For in Seattle Business Magazine’s annual ranking of employers who p...
Mitsubishi Electric, a global pioneer in the manufacture and sale of heat pumps, electric, and electronic equipment, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship and role as the official heating and cooling partner for the Ideal Home Show 2024. This underscores Mitsubishi Electric's residential heating's commitment to promoting sustainability and home comfort. Home living environment The Ideal Home Show is an iconic event that brings together industry experts, innovative products, and cutting-edge...
The number of women in the workforce reached a record high in 2023. Yet, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported that only 10% of mechanical engineers and only 2.3% of HVAC mechanics and installers are women. As the HVAC industry continues to evolve, Johnson Controls believes a diverse workforce that empowers women is crucial for continued growth. women STEM graduates "As a woman business pioneer and engineer, it is extremely exciting to see the increasing numbers of women STEM...
Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a pioneer in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. This year, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 20 countries and 44 industries. Trane Technologies is one of ten honorees in the industrial manufacturing category. The World's Most Ethical Companies assessment is grounded in Ethisphere's proprietary EthicsQuotient®, an exte...
Heat Geek, the sustainable energy start-up, has announced a £3.7 million Seed funding round, bringing the total raised in 2023 to £ 4.2 million to power its mission to decarbonize homes via heat pump technology on a national scale. Nearly half the gas consumed in the UK each year goes on heating. Electric heat pumps use electricity rather than burning gas or oil. They are also highly efficient and consume around a fifth of the energy of a gas boiler for the same heat output. New di...
Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has received the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global pioneer in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, marking the 17th time Johnson Controls has been named to this list. Ethics at Johnson Controls "What we do every day at Johnson Controls makes the world more productive, more secure, and more sustainable. Creating winn...
Sensibo, the major Climate Tech company combining smart ACs with a more sustainable world, has released its 2023 Climate Impact report. The report outlines the remarkable achievements of Smart HVAC technology in 2023, where Sensibo successfully mitigated 111,011 gross tons of CO2-eq–equivalent to eliminating over 22,000 gasoline-powered vehicles from the roads for an entire year. Additionally, the company saved 272 GWh of energy and managed 868 MW. Sensibo’s smart heating products...
No matter whether building a new home or renovating an existing one, it’s likely that the air inside the home is filled with dust, mold, and allergens. Installing an AprilAire Whole-House Air Purifier helps decrease stagnant indoor air pollution, minimizing allergy symptoms and asthma triggers. AprilAire Whole-House Air Purifier Particles in air pollution can be smaller than 1/30th the diameter of a human hair. When they inhale them, they are small enough to get past th...
Dry climates and winter air can impact respiratory health, comfort, sleep, and energy costs as well as cause unwanted structural damage to the Healthy Home. That’s why they recommend AprilAire Whole-House Humidifiers for the home. They offer whole-house humidifier benefits for everyone in the family! In addition to alleviating dry winter air, homeowners can experience other whole-house humidifier benefits by reducing the prevalence of dust mites, allergens, and o...
Belimo achieved strong results and continued to deliver on its growth strategy despite complex economic conditions. Belimo pursued its long-term growth and investment strategy unwaveringly and successfully throughout 2023. Thanks to highly engaged employees and a strong network of suppliers, Belimo was able to master the year’s challenges exceptionally well. In line with its strategy, the Group welcomed almost 100 additional new talents during the year under review. Belimo invests in res...
Achieving a Healthy Home environment should be a top priority for families, homebuyers, home builders, and the like. “Air in homes typically gets trapped,” says Brandon Glancy, AprilAire Business Development and Training Manager. “It causes air to become super unhealthy and can wreak havoc on the way you feel, the way you sleep, and even the way you think.” Whether they’re looking to reduce allergy and asthma symptoms, protect against airborne viruse...
High humidity is a breeding ground for indoor air pollutants that can cause harm to the Healthy Home and overall wellness. Allergy and asthma symptoms like stuffy nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, and difficulty breathing are common with high humidity. Health Risks Associated With High Humidity Airborne viruses like influenza thrive in excess moisture, which is why the American Society of Heating Airborne viruses like influenza thrive in excess moisture, which is why the American...
Did they know that the air inside the home could be more polluted than the air outside? Up to five times more polluted, in fact. That’s because the homes are built so tight that they are trapping air pollution within the home and spoiling the air quality. That’s where AprilAire Whole-House Ventilation solutions come into play! AprilAire Whole-House Ventilation Key and Its Benefits Consider inviting AprilAire Whole-House Ventilation solutions to be...
In the US, air conditioning is a staple, especially in places like Florida. Mini split ACs are a popular choice due to their energy efficiency and flexibility. They work without ducts, consisting of an outdoor compressor connected to indoor air-handling units via a conduit. They offer advantages like individual room temperature control, low noise, and various installation options (single-zone, multi-zone, wall-mounted, floor-mounted, ceiling cassette). When choosing one, consider size, capacity...
Low-carbon heating and cooling for every UK home is one step closer as Kensa breaks ground with the next generation of heating. By 2050 millions of UK homes will need to decarbonise their heating and, with the launch of its new small and powerful Shoebox NX Ground Source Heat Pump, Kensa is unlocking a proven, Net-Zero-ready solution. Ground Source Heat Pump Kensa’s solution - Networked Ground Source Heat Pumps replicates the familiarity and accessibility of gas networks and enables the...
A brand-new Green Skills Hub has opened its doors at Stockport College, Manchester, in a bid to tackle the UK’s green skills gap–officially launched by Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester. The launch is a continuation of Daikin UK, a pioneering eco-heating technology brand, and its partnership with Quantum Group, one of the UK’s top providers of renewable and decarbonization training, to upskill the next generation of renewable heating professionals. Hands-on practical...
Danfoss is supporting the transition to low GWP refrigerants with its new DST G series of A2L refrigerant detection sensors, which feature a revolutionary patented inverted design. DST G series As HFC phasedown continues and A2L refrigerants become more widely adopted, the G series of sensors allows building owners and HVAC/R manufacturers to implement these new refrigerants with confidence. Thermal conductivity provides the best solution for A2L gas sensing. Built with thermal conducti...
Some of the hottest industry issues, including Government targets to install 600,000 heat pumps a year, will be discussed as a major trade body visits TG Lynes. The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is holding a meeting for members of its Heating & Plumbing Services (HPS) subgroup on March 27, 2024. The event will be hosted by TG Lynes at the Enfield base of the pioneering heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier. Members will have a chance to tour the facility...
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, is continuing its commitment to support training the workforce of the future, by providing strategic in-kind grant funding to the Center for Employment Training (CET), a national nonprofit technical training school. The grant, which stems from Bradford White’s signature charitable giving initiative, Industry Forward®, includes the purchase of nine 50-gallon AeroTherm&re...
Airmo Inc. Pressure Technologies, an industry pioneer in high-pressure technologies manufacturing, named Lucas Schmit as a Customer Relationship Engineer. Schmit will bring his vast knowledge of engineering to match clients’ unique needs with the best high-pressure systems, tools, and services. “Lucas brings a technical perspective and a personable communication style to help strengthen our customer communications and business relationships, as we continue to provide clients with th...
Big 5 Construct Saudi, the largest construction event in the Kingdom, became a dynamic hub of innovation and advancement on the second day of the exhibition. Running until 29 February, the event witnessed several product launches and live demonstrations, drawing visitors and potential buyers. products and technologies “Building upon the momentum of the first day, exhibitors spared no effort in showcasing their latest products and technologies, drawing crowds eager to witness...
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. has been named to the Indiana Chamber®’s 2024 list of Best Places to Work in Indiana, USA. The Chamber announced this year's winners on its website; rankings will be unveiled at an awards event held on May 8, 2024. The recognition is one of several the company received in the past 12 months, including awards at the national level presented by Newsweek and USA Today. Best Places award The Chamber’s nomination review process also includes a comp...
Modine, a pioneer in innovative heating solutions in the HVAC industry, has announced the launch of the MEW, a new corrosion-resistant electric unit heater that is designed to be used in non-hazardous washdown and corrosive environments. This new unit provides a heating option for use in farming and agriculture, food and beverage production, car wash, oil and gas, petrochemical, and dairy industries. MEW heater This is the latest product launch that expands the company’s electric heater...
His Excellency Mr. Majid Abdullah Al-Hogail, the Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing in Saudi Arabia inaugurated the 12th edition of the Big 5 Construct Saudi at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center, joined by Eng. Zakaria bin Abdulrahman Al-Abdulqader, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Saudi Contractors Authority. “The contracting sector is vital to our country's growth, supporting key initiatives of Vision 2030 and driving various sectors forward. Given its...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has again been named to the 2024 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook, recognizing the world’s major companies for sustainable business practices. Based on S&P Global's rigorous Corporate Sustainability Assessment, only companies scoring in the top 15% of their industry are included. The more than 9,400 companies assessed for the 2023 CSA were considered for inclusion in The Sustainability Yearbook 2...
Danfoss’ new PSH scroll compressor with vapor injection may be a game-changer for heat pump adoption. Its ability to operate in a wider range of ambient temperatures allows for an effective and efficient heat pump in colder climates. Increasing the operating range of heat pumps is essential for achieving decarbonization. range of capacities An R454B optimized dedicated heat pump compressor with higher allowable discharge gas temperature limits, the PSH compressor with vapor injection is...
