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Reversible air conditioning is the all-in-one solution that combines the benefits of a heat pump and air conditioning. This type of technology combines cooling and heating functions to adapt to different seasons. This solution offers significant space savings, increased comfort, and real energy savings. reversible air conditioner Reversible air-conditioning, also known as an air-air heat pump, heats indoor space in winter and cools it in summer. It is a simple and economical way of combining...
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security and safety, announced a partnership with FilterEasy to launch a filter replenishment service. Resideo’s first direct-to-consumer subscription service will provide consumers with HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) air filter replacements when they need them. Filter replenishment service The filter replenishment service will feature FilterEasy’s innovative 1-inch M...
Commenting on the Government’s plans to invest £6 billion a year in heat and energy efficiency improvements, Tamsin Lishman, CEO of The Kensa Group said, “Long-term policy certainty is the most critical factor in delivering business investment, and this is particularly true of an emerging sector like ours." She adds, "Today’s confirmation of how the government will spend £6 billion/year supporting heat pumps and energy efficiency improvements provides businesses wi...
The recently concluded 2023 edition of ENLIT was held in Paris from November 28–30. Boasting 700 exhibitors and welcoming over 14,000 attendees, this conference has solidified its position as one of Europe's largest gatherings for industry professionals. 8 featured zones and pavilions This dynamic platform facilitates crucial discussions on the pressing energy challenges facing not only Europe but the entire world. The 8 featured zones and pavilions – Country Pavilions, EU P...
On 30th November 2023, the UK Government briefed the Heating and Hotwater Industries Council on the confirmed details of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM), which following much feedback from Baxi and others across their industry, has changed from what was initially outlined. Air Source Heat Pumps The UK Government is targeting 600k heat pump installations each year by 2028. Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) are currently the only, immediately available means to decarbonize heat and hot water i...
Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the 'EV-Home Power Partnership', designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. full-size electric truck The project will explore, test, and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bill...
Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announces a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the ‘EV-Home Power Partnership,’ designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. The project will explore, test and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bills, reduce stra...
The New Flat Rate, the No. 1 price-generating software for home service contractors, has announced the launch of HVAC Lite, their new pricing menu that helps limit technician resistance by providing a straightforward language for HVAC tasks. Different from the fully-featured version of The New Flat Rate’s pricing menus, HVAC Lite removes the verbal packaging component and replaces it with tasks that are written in everyday language. HVAC Lite “The New Flat Rate was designed to do...
The Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Handling Units’ re-elected Martin Lenz (TROX) as the group’s Chairperson and Andy Bijmans (Systemair) as its Vice-Chairperson. The election took place during the group’s last meeting in Hinwil. Participants of the Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Handling Units’ (PG-AHU) re-elected Martin Lenz, Head of International Business Development / Head of Research and Pre-Development at TROX GmbH (Germany) as the group’s Chairperson du...
Logic Air – the flagship heat pump of Ideal Heating is designed for boiler installers. The company has launched the perfect product for boiler installers moving into the heat pump market – Logic Air. This brand new monobloc air source heat pump has been specifically designed for boiler installers and the UK domestic market. It’s Ideal Heating’s flagship low carbon product, designed by the same experts behind their Logic range of boilers. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wilkinson, Pr...
Welcome to the world of smart living! In today’s rapidly evolving world, where technology is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of the lives, it’s no surprise that even thermostats have become smarter. Smart thermostats have risen to prominence in recent years, offering a range of benefits that extend far beyond the realm of simple temperature control. smart thermostats When Smart Thermostats are installed correctly by experienced professionals, they bring many ben...
Rheem, a global manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, received top honors in the plumbing category for its Triton® Light Duty (50- and 75-gallon) product in the AHR Expo’s 2024 Innovation Awards. Developed as a solution for small business owners seeking maximum hot water delivery, Triton Light Duty commercial units provide up to 97 percent thermal efficiency. “Rheem is committed to leading the industry with innovative, sustainable and smart products,” sai...
The Ideal System Filter is an efficient, full-flow, magnetic filter designed to protect central heating systems by removing suspended debris in a heating system, including iron oxide. A dirty heating system results in substantial efficiency loss and energy wastage, meaning it costs more to run and maintain. The functionality of the new system filter is very similar to the previous one: it has a 22 mm compression connections, can be mounted in different orientations, the magnet pulls out of the...
Denso Corporation (DENSO) hosted a press conference at Japan Mobility Show 2023, held at Tokyo Big Sight, in Tokyo, Japan, on October 26, 2023. Shinnosuke Hayashi, President and COO introduced the strategy to maximize their contributions to “Green” and “Peace of Mind.” Shinnosuke Hayashi, President and COO of Denso Corporation (DENSO) said that it is a great pleasure that the Tokyo Motor Show, which has attracted much public attention for decades, has been renamed the Ja...
The second phase of Xingtan Weihe's New Materials Science and Technology Industrial Park customized launching ceremony was grandly held. The second phase of 80,000 square meters construction project will be completed within this year, promoting Xingtan's new material area. The direction of technological and intelligent industries will be transformed and upgraded. At present, the 60,000 square meters of the first phase of Weihe New Science Park has all been sold out and delivered to more than 30...
Business Development Resources (BDR), a trusted provider of business coaching and training services for the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries, announces a new solution to help industry business owners optimize their field service management software and get data and insights that drive long-term profit and growth. BDR’s Field Service Software Integration assists contractors in streamlining their existing service management software settings and integrations, equipping them and the...
CAREL announces its participation at Refrigera Show 2023, the Italian event focusing on the entire industrial, commercial, and logistics refrigeration supply chain, to be held in Bologna, Italy, from 7 to 9 November, 2023. efficiency and connectivity At stand F06, hall 30, CAREL will be presenting its offering of advanced solutions with high efficiency and connectivity. The proposal covers the main refrigeration applications, a rapidly evolving sector in terms of sustainability thanks to the a...
As they leave the record-breaking summer sizzle behind, the preparations for winter are heating up. Green living trends are also heating up as homeowners respond to rising energy bills and government incentives designed to slow down carbon emissions. Approximately 82% of homeowners report having some level of concern with their utility bills, according to the 2023 Heat Pumps and Homeowners Index conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS). Nearly half (46%) say the cost to cool thei...
Airzone Control, a provider of HVAC solutions for zoning, automation, and smart control announces a new integration with Network Thermostat (NetX), a provider of smart thermostats for institutional, commercial, and industrial markets. The integration between Airzone and NetX enables bi-directional communication between NetX thermostats and the Inverter/VRF HVAC units common in new construction and modern luxury homes. Bridging the Divide NetX has a 30-year legacy of supplying on-site an...
Trane® Residential (Trane) and American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning® (American Standard), two pioneering providers of home comfort solutions and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems announced the addition of Link Zoning to Trane and American Standard’s award-winning Link product portfolio. With the new Link Zoning systems, independent Trane and American Standard dealers can provide homeowners with the most advanced and quietest zoning technology, which inc...
As the temperatures cool down and customers begin to prepare for the winter months, Ameren Illinois and Google are joining forces with the Environmental Law and Policy Center to give Ameren Illinois heating customers another helpful way to save energy. Customers can get a Google Nest Thermostat, at no cost with tax and shipping included, thanks to a special promotion that runs through November 30. Approximately half of a typical residential customer’s utility costs go toward heating and c...
The 5th Intersec Saudi Arabia trade show is currently taking place (3 – 5 October 2023) at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC), in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is hosting over 200 exhibitors, and among the presence of key government leaders, agencies and global organizational (with their world-class speakers, innovative products, and technological solutions are IFC Certification. Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023 Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023 serves as the central...
Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has announced the appointment of Ana Paula Assis to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Assis is the Chair and General Manager of IBM in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). “Ana Paula has been instrumental in driving growth and transformation in markets around the world throughout her career,” said Dave Regnery, the Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Trane Technologies. Ana Paula Assis joins Trane Technologie...
Phoenix-based ECM Technologies, a pioneering innovator in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation solutions, is proud to announce its strategic international partnership with Singapore-based company, AC Wise, to distribute ThermaClear® – a groundbreaking HVAC anti-thermal degradation technology – to the Asian market. As the demand for energy-efficient and sustainable technology grows, ThermaClear's entry into the international market holds the promise of optimizing operations, r...
Ameristar® by American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning, an affordable and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems brand, announced the launch of their new website, Ameristarhvac.com. The new platform allows homeowners to take advantage of an all-in-one destination for seeking out product support, both before and after making a purchase decision. New website launched - Ameristarhvac.com American Standard has been making homes comfortable for more than a century and now th...
BITZER will be attending the international trade fair for buses and coaches, Busworld Europe 2023, in Brussels, Belgium, from 7 October to 12 October 2023. At Stand 528 in Hall 5, the specialist in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technologies will be presenting components for energy-efficient, future-proof mobile air conditioning and heat pump systems, including the CO2LITE, its new, compact reciprocating compressor for the natural refrigerant CO2 (R744). eco-friendl...
Uponor North America celebrated the grand opening of its newly constructed Uponor Experience Center, located at its regional headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota, USA. Boasting 4,500 square feet of hands-on displays, full-scale residential and commercial training areas, and cutting-edge innovation showcases, the new Uponor Experience Center is a flexible education and discovery space designed to advance the technical skills of current and potential customers. In addition, it will hel...
XOi, the globally renowned provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, announces two new sales promotions as the company continues to build opportunities and provide support for contractors and field service business owners. In their new roles, Enterprise Account Executive - Austin Piazza and Account Executive - Lindsey Fisher are responsible for developing and enhancing relationships, and educating the industry about XOi’s unique...
Thermo King, a globally renowned company in sustainable transport temperature control solutions and a strategic brand of global climate innovator - Trane Technologies, proudly announces the launch of TracKing Pro telematics. This latest premium digital offering harnesses the power of cutting-edge algorithms that use machine learning to estimate fuel usage and increase fleet uptime, enabling transportation companies to operate more efficiently. TracKing Pro Telematics TracKing Pro telematics p...
Resideo Technologies Inc., a global manufacturer and developer of technology-driven products and components that provide critical home comfort, energy management, and safety and security solutions, has been added to USAA's PERKS program to help its members protect against water damage and optimize home efficiency. USAA members can purchase Resideo's Honeywell Home smart thermostat and its First Alert® WiFi Water Leak & Freeze Detector at a discounted price through the PERKS program and...
