Predictive Maintenance
KNIPEX offers plumbers a range of tool rolls and sets designed for protection and easy access. KNIPEX is offering a range of tool rolls and bundled sets for some of its most trusted plumbing tools. The durable polyester rolls are designed to keep popular pliers protected, organised and easy to
BMS & Controls
KE2 Therm Solutions’ KE2 Service Tool App – now under the Distech Controls portfolio, part of Acuity Brands – has snagged a Gold Award at the ACHR News 2023 Dealer Design Awards, marking it as a pinnacle in HVACR product design. The KE2 Service Tool App secured its Gold Award in the
Heat Pumps
Reece has consolidated and expanded its services to Queensland's Wide Bay Burnett region with a new Bundaberg multisite. Reece has opened a new multisite location at 16 Lillian Crescent, Kensington, in Bundaberg, Queensland, which houses relocated Actrol and Plumbing branches, alongside new Irrigation & Pools and Civil branches.
BMS & Controls
Trane – by Trane Technologies – is partnering with Northern Illinois University (NIU) on a campus-wide energy-saving infrastructure programme in DeKalb, Illinois. The initiative aims to significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions across the university's facilities. The 18-month project will see Trane and NIU upgrade the DeKalb campus with energy-saving
BMS & Controls
Airedale by Modine's Helix Unit Controls platform combines hardware and software for efficient HVAC automation. The Helix platform includes features such as self-diagnostics and compliance with Ecodesign standards. It also facilitates connectivity between multiple units and to ACIS or third-party BMS systems. Key components include the Vu Display,
Refrigerants
Star Data Analytics (SDA) promotes its Ethos Energy Management system, which aims to deliver energy savings in refrigeration and heating applications. Ethos uses artificial intelligence to optimise the performance of refrigeration and heating equipment, identifying inefficiencies and aiming to reduce electricity consumption. This system for controls analyses real-time plant operations
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The passing of Christiane Schaufler-Münch, Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board of BITZER SE, sees her shares transferred to THE SCHAUFLER FOUNDATION, ensuring the company's continued independence. Christiane Schaufler-Münch’s shares will transfer to THE SCHAUFLER FOUNDATION, solidifying its influence. This arrangement, coupled with the appointment of Christian Wehrle
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Updated VAT guidance clarifies which energy-saving materials qualify for zero-rate VAT until March 2027. NIBE has announced updated guidance on VAT rates for energy-saving materials, effective from April 2022 in Great Britain. The revised rules remove both the social conditions test and the 60% test for qualifying installations in England,
Heat Pumps
Airedale is focusing on precise and energy-efficient cooling solutions for the pharmaceutical sector. Airedale's announcement highlights the critical need for precise climate control in pharmaceutical manufacturing and research. The company emphasises maintaining temperature, humidity, air pressure, and airflow to ensure product integrity and sterility, addressing key challenges like
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Eurovent has issued complementary Product Category Rules (cPCR) guidance to standardise environmental reporting for commercial refrigeration equipment and facilitate the development of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD’s). The guidance supplements EN15804 or EN50693 and is intended for manufacturers, consultants, and environmental professionals. It addresses product descriptions, performance, service life, lifecycle
Chillers
Trane Technologies' acquisition of LiquidStack signals a strategic expansion into data centre liquid cooling technology. This acquisition, expected to close in early 2026, builds upon Trane's existing minority investment in LiquidStack made in 2023. This move demonstrates a focused pivot towards the specific challenges of data centre
Heat Pumps
Airedale by Modine are emphasising their expertise in healthcare cooling systems designed to meet HTM 03-01 (2021) standards. Airedale by Modine offers a range of cooling systems, including air handling units, reversible heat pumps, controls, chillers and condensing units, designed for healthcare applications. They offer sustainable solutions using low GWP