International Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry News

Chemours working with Axima towards HFO future

17/7/2019

Chemours has announced that it is working with Paris-based HVAC and refrigeration contractor Axima Refrigeration France to evaluate the use and future adoption of Opteon XL low GWP HFO refrigerants in commercial refrigeration before the next European F-Gas HFC cap and phasedown in 2021.

As a first step towards the reduction of CO2 quota, Axima Refrigeration France, part of the Engie group, has already adopted Opteon XP40 (R449A) for retrofitting existing R404A systems.

Refrigeration workforce tops 15 million

17/7/2019

More than 15 million people are employed worldwide in the refrigeration sector, according to a new publication to mark the recent World Refrigeration Day.

The International Institute of Refrigeration published a new informatory note to highlight The Role of Refrigeration in the Global Economy and also said that refrigeration, in all its forms, consumes about 20% of the overall electricity used worldwide.

CAREL appoints regional CEO

16/7/2019

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Mirco Cauz, CAREL

Mirco Cauz, formerly managing director of CAREL Central and Southern Europe, has been appointed as regional CEO for the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa Region.

The new regional structure means the managing directors of CAREL‘S Russia, Middle East, Alfaco Poland, Ukraine, South Africa and Central and Southern Europe subsidiaries will all report to Mr Cauz.

Elta Group acquires Smooth-Air

10/7/2019

Elta Group has strengthened its position in Australasia with the acquisition of leading New Zealand ventilation company Smooth-Air.

Nidec completes Embraco deal

2/7/2019

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Japanese electric motor company Nidec has completed the acquisition of Brazilian compressor manufacturer Embraco from Whirlpool Corporation.

Nidec entered into a stock purchase agreement with Whirlpool in April last year and completed the transaction after receiving the approval of relevant antitrust authorities.

Nidec recently announced it was to sell the Secop compressor business it bought in 2017 to ESSVP as a condition for the European Commission's approval of the Embraco deal, which Nidec believes will allow further expansion into the global refrigeration compressor market.

Embraco and its subsidiaries in Brazil, Mexico, the US, Russia, Slovakia and Italy, are now part of Nidec Global Appliance.

Panasonic PRO winners announced

10/6/2019

Panasonic has announced the winners of its 3rd PRO Awards, recognising installations across Europe that demonstrate excellence in design, specification and installation.

The biannual awards attracted the highest number of submissions to date, with entries from over 10 European countries competing for the four main main categories. The judges also announced four special recognition awards.

Star's level best delivering ice rink savings

6/6/2019

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Star Refrigeration has installed a new ice surface at Murrayfield Curling

A new ice surface installed at a curling rink in Edinburgh by Star Refrigeration has reduced the energy consumption of the refrigeration plant by 9%.

Home to 1600 members and 80 clubs, Murrayfield Curling is a staple for the winter sport in the Scottish capital, hosting a range of tournaments every year. After decades in operation, the rink required attention and Glasgow-based Star Refrigeration was appointed principal contractor for the renovation.

Air dryer treatment

5/6/2019

Desiccant air dryers offer manufacturers an economical way of protecting equipment, reducing maintenance costs and cutting their carbon footprint, according to Oxair, an Australian specialist in gas separation for international markets.

For many industrial operations it is important that pneumatic equipment is in an environment where the compressed air supply is clean and consistent. As well as affecting energy bills and production costs, contamination with water, dirt or dust can result in poor performance of equipment, breakdowns, corrosion of parts, failure of air cylinders and Solenoid valves as well as damage to air tools.

Lodam renamed BITZER Electronics

5/6/2019

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BITZER Electronics is the new name for Lodam

BITZER subsidiary Lodam Electronics has been renamed BITZER Electronics.

BITZER acquired the Danish controls company in 2007 and motor protection devices, IQ modules and frequency inverters from Lodam are now a key part of all BITZER compressors.

Keeping it cool for Champions League

29/5/2019

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The Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid

While this weekend’s UEFA Champions League final between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool is certain to be hotly contested, Conex Bänninger will be helping to keep things cool off the pitch.

The match takes place on Saturday (1 June) at the Wanda Metropolitano stadium in Madrid, with temperatures expected to be up to 33°C. At the heart of the 68,000-capacity stadium is a CO2 transcritical system with parallel compressors and multi-ejectors, providing cooling for a large kitchen that serves numerous restaurants within the ground as well as the VIP lounges.

BITZER updates selection software

28/5/2019

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BITZER has issued a new version of its selection and performance software, allowing users to select the latest compressor models and refrigerants.

The software is only recently available in version 6.10.0, which enables users to select many new compressor models and refrigerants, with a key focus on the long-standing company’s screw compressors. The performance data for compressors of the HS series ranging between 20 and 75 Hz is now available for all conventional refrigerants. The corresponding VARIPACK frequency inverter can be selected as an accessory for any compressor.

MEHITS makes low GWP choice

28/5/2019

Chemours has announced that MEHITS, part of the Mitsubishi Electric Group, has chosen low GWP Opteon XL41 (R454B) and XP10 (R513A) refrigerants for chillers and heat pumps.

Invertek appoints sales partner

23/5/2019

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Andy Whalley, global key account manager at Invertek Drives with Nemanja Milentijevic, CEO of EPS

Invertek Drives has appointed Electro Pneumatic Solutions as its sales partner for Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro.

Belgrade-based EPS is a leader in solutions for automation and industrial processes, working with companies in food processing, mechanical rooms, pharmaceuticals, energy, renewables and robotics.

Performance benefits of chiller plants with ice storage

23/5/2019

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Michael Tobias

Michael Tobias is the founder and principal of New York Engineers. He leads a team of 30+ mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineers from the company headquarters in New York City and has led over 1,000 projects in Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland and California, as well as Singapore and Malaysia.

Halton Group expands US operations

20/5/2019

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Halton will open a new US production unit of around 40,000 sq ft close to its existing plant in Kentucky. This will focus on the manufacture of air handling units, make-up air units and exhaust air pollution control systems for commercial kitchens.

This will allow the current plant, with a floor area of almost 86,000 sq ft, to focus on hood and air distribution solutions for commercial kitchens.

Carrier Transicold and Chemours work towards low GWP solution

8/5/2019

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Chemours says it is working with Carrier Transicold Europe to specify and adopt a low GWP refrigerant to replace R452A in transport refrigeration in 2021.

Chemours says its Opteon XL HFO refrigerants, including R454C (XL20) and R454C (XL40), are the lowest GWP and long-term options under F-Gas Regulation for transport refrigeration, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 85% when compared to R452A and 94% compared to R404A.

LU-VE completes AL Air deal

7/5/2019

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LU-VE has completed the 67.1 euro purchase of the air heat exchanger division of Alfa Laval (AL Air). The agreement to acquire the company was announced in December last year.

ZAbluefin leads way on energy index

24/4/2019

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Ziehl-Abegg has become the first company worldwide to certify a product range for the new fan energy index (FEI).

The energy efficiency metric was introduced last year by Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International to save energy, reduce operating costs, and accelerate decarbonisation.

ABB helping hotel cut energy usage by 40%

15/4/2019

The HVAC systems have been upgraded with variable speed drives and energy efficient electric motors

A top Spanish hotel is cutting energy usage by 40% after equipping its heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems with ABB drives and high efficiency motors. Usage at the InterContinental Madrid has been reduced by 445,000 kWh a year.

The hotel has eight pump groups that serve its HVAC systems as well as hot water supply for guest rooms, kitchens and other facilities. Although these systems were well maintained and in good condition, the hotel management was concerned that the energy efficiency levels were below current best practice.

CAREL announces senior appointments

10/4/2019

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Roberto Sandano

CAREL has appointed Allesandro Greggio and Roberto Sandano as group chief sales and marketing officers.

The moves follow the appointment of Giandomenico Lombello as group managing director, and will see Greggio focus on refrigeration and Sandano on HVAC.

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