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Author: Danny Chan
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Reliable Controls among Canada’s Greenest Employers
Reliable Controls has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers (CGE). An initiative of Canada’s Top Employers, the CGE honour is given in recognition of employers that lead the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness. Part of CGE’s evaluation criteria looks at the company’s environmental initiatives and programs, and the extent to which […]
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Reece Group celebrates World Refrigeration Day 2020
For the second year running, Actrol along with Reece HVAC and Metalflex are celebrating World Refrigeration Day, on June 26. With social distancing measures still firmly in place in branches, celebrations will take on a digital spin this year, with a social media competition and customer giveaways throughout the day. “For those in the industry […]
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Thailand runs R290 safety test for AC units
The Thailand Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Action (RAC NAMA) has conducted Thailand’s first live safety testing of R290 (propane) for AC units. The results, which support the safety of the flammable refrigerant, have been submitted to the Thai government to assist in its review of the country’s building code, says the organisation. […]
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Government extends asset write-off scheme
The government has extended the instant asset write-off scheme until December 31, 2020, a move that has been applauded by The Australian Refrigeration Association (ARC). The ARC says that giving businesses six more months to immediately claim on purchases up to $150,000 represents a win for refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) contractors. The instant asset […]
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Focus on AC future
Shecco, the organiser of ATMOsphere, and the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) are teaming up to host an online event entitled “The Future of Air Conditioning”. Taking place from June 23–24, the ATMO/DTI Technical Conference will feature a range of special topics and technical sessions delivered by leading experts. On the first day, Senior Fellow of Rocky […]
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AC importer fined for R22 infringements
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has fined a Victorian-based importer and manufacturer of air conditioning equipment $12,600 for importing bulk hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) without a controlled substances licence. Importing HCFC without a licence is an offence under the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989, which is in place to protect […]
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AASA to hold global alliance meeting
As part of the ASHRAE Annual Meeting, the ASHRAE Associate Society Alliance (AASA) will convene its own meeting on June 17, just days ahead of the 2020 ASHRAE Virtual Conference scheduled to take place from June 22-25. The Alliance is an assembly of representatives of Associate Societies of ASHRAE, representing 15 regions and more than […]
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ACIF issues coronavirus recovery proposal
The Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) has issued a document proposing a number of key recommendations on guiding the construction industry out of the coronavirus disruption period. In the document entitled Construction’s Bridge to Recovery, the ACIF is calling on the government to assist with the economic recovery of the construction business through a list […]
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Chillventa 2020 cancelled
Chillventa 2020, a prominent Germany-based biennial event on the European HVAC&R calendar, has been cancelled. While a digital congress has now been scheduled to take place on the original dates (October 13-15), the next Chillventa will be held on October 11-13, 2022. For its tenth outing in 2018, the European event had surpassed 1,000 exhibitors […]
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Seeley’s new Wizard model
Seeley International has unveiled the Climate Wizard CW-6S, a new model in its series of indirect evaporative air conditioning products for commercial and industrial use. Using the company’s latest micro-core design, Seeley says the CW-6S offers better energy efficiency with a more compact footprint. The smaller build and design makes it an alternative for buildings […]
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Virtual seminars on a net-zero future
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) will be holding a series of virtual seminars on net-zero building practices and tackling future policy changes in Australia and New Zealand. Titled 2020 Vision for a 2030 Reality, the program will explore and answer pertinent questions facing building services engineers, in view of the 2030 deadline […]
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simPRO launches digital summit
Cloud-based operations management software company simPRO is organising a digital summit to provide an in-depth look at its software. Comprising a series of free webinars, the summit aims to gather field service professionals from around the world for an interactive and informative multi-day event. The simPRO Digital Summit will be held from June 24–26 […]
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Dwyer’s insertion thermal energy meter
Dwyer Instruments has released the Series IEFB, a field-adjustable insertion thermal energy meter that uses electromagnetic technology to accurately and reliably measure fluid velocity and energy consumption. The high-accuracy IEFB is adjustable to fit pipe sizes from 4–10″ (100–250mm), while the standard-accuracy IEFB fits pipe sizes 4–36″ (100–900mm). “The IEFB incorporates a temperature meter and […]
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AMCA advice on COVID-19 and HVAC
The Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors’ Association (AMCA) has released a position statement on the role of HVAC systems in mitigating the risks of airborne transmission of COVID-19. In the statement, the AMCA recognises that ventilation and air filtration provided by heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) can reduce the airborne concentration of COVID-19 […]
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HydroChem appoints new CEO
HydroChem has named Mike Lenton as its new CEO. Lenton’s predecessor, Nick Duncan, will be moving into a full-time strategy, talent-development and project role. Duncan has been credited with transitioning HydroChem to a national operation over the past 15 years. “Having recently completed 18 successful years as the General Manager of Hydro Flow, Mike is […]
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Get Cloud-based control
The airCloud Home is a cloud-based solution from Hitachi that enables users to remotely monitor and control their air conditioning system via the airCloud app – downloadable on any smart device operating on android or iOS systems. With the app, users can control the ideal climate throughout the home on their favourite mobile device. Controllable features […]
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IAQAA updates draft on COVID-19 guidelines
The Australian Chapter of Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) has released a new Draft Reference and Guidelines for Post Cleaning Validation of Buildings Contaminated with SARS-CoV-2. This is an updated version of the original Draft of guidelines, published in April, on the validation of post-cleaning work in buildings where a person infected with COVID-19 was […]
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Corrosion protection
Thermal-XR is a water-based acrylic from Promek Technologies that is specially designed for coating HVAC condenser coils. The company says the carbon coating restores thermal efficiency in HVAC&R systems. “Building owners and contractors no longer need to replace aging HVAC equipment,” says Promek. “Thermal-XR is a water-based high-quality acrylic specially designed for coating HVAC condenser […]
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Australia’s $3.8b cold-chain food waste
Failures in the cold food chain cost the Australian economy nearly $4 billion worth of wasted food at farm gate values, says a new government- and industry-sponsored study. The study was carried out by the Melbourne-based Expert Group for the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment and Refrigerants Australia. This is the first time […]
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AIRAH to hold Virtual Industry Showcase
On June 26, AIRAH will be celebrating World Refrigeration Day by staging its first ever Virtual Industry Showcase. Forming part of AIRAH’s Centenary celebrations, the exhibitor showcase and networking event is open to organisations, professionals and practitioners working in HVAC&R. In step with AIRAH’s ongoing COVID-19 response in converting some of its physical events into […]