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Author: Matt Dillon
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Roadmap aims to improve insulation installation
A coalition of insulation, building and organisations focused on energy efficiency has released a joint Roadmap for quality control and safety in insulation installation. The roadmap sets out a series of actions to ensure that insulation is installed following best-practice processes for quality control and safety. “Insulation is an essential component of a healthy, comfortable […]
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Massive sewer heat-recovery project under way in US
The largest sewer heat-recovery project in the US is now under construction in Denver. The AU$1.3 billion project is designed to use the consistent temperature of wastewater beneath the National Western Complex by way of an epic heat pump that works like a reversible air conditioning unit. Home to a stock show and rodeo, the […]
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Testo releases new thermal imager testo 883
Measuring technology supplier Testo has released its thermal imager testo 883. “This thermal imager, which offers the best image quality and automatic image management, was developed and manufactured entirely in Germany, and greatly reduces the day-to-day workload of those who specialise in the efficient operation of plants,” the company says. The testo 883 thermal imager […]
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AIRAH says Budget offers once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
Noting the signs of recovery highlighted in the 2021–22 Federal Budget, the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) has commended the government for seeking to build on this momentum through a suite of stimulus measures. AIRAH says that Australia can reap greater benefits at no extra cost by focusing on sustainable solutions […]
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Buildings with combustible cladding liable for fines
Owners of Queensland buildings with combustible cladding could now be liable for a hefty fine should their buildings be deemed unsafe. Time has run out for building owners to complete the process established by the Queensland state government’s Safer Buildings Taskforce to eliminate risk of catastrophic building fires caused by combustible cladding. The Safer Buildings […]
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IIR releases blueprint for sustainable development
The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has published its first Activity Report, emphasising the essential role of refrigeration at the heart of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals. Originally announced in 2015, the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were designed to provide clear universal sustainability objectives for nations across the globe. The SDGs […]
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RLS launches new website
RLS, the US-based manufacturer of the RLS Rapid Locking System line of press-to-connect fittings for the HVAC&R industries, has launched a new website for the Australian market. A new product catalogue and other marketing materials are also part of the marketing roll-out. The new website – at rapidlockingsystem.com.au – explains the potential advantages of using […]
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ASHRAE launches Vision 2030
US engineering body ASHRAE has launched its Vision 2030 webpage. The webpage can be found at ashrae.org/vision2030. ASHRAE says its Vision 2030 is about providing professionals in the building industry with the resources to drive the innovative and strategic improvements needed to foment the revolution of the built environment. “The Vision 2030 webpage provides guidance […]
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Lendlease office assets achieve carbon-neutral status
One of Australia’s largest group of office assets, Lendlease Funds Management’s Australian office portfolio, has been certified carbon neutral. The carbon-neutral status applies to more than $11.1 billion in office assets and 566,000m2 of floor space managed by Lendlease across three of its flagship office funds. The carbon-neutral goal has been achieved five years ahead […]
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Refrigeration 2021 goes hybrid
AIRAH has announced that its two-day Refrigeration 2021 Conference will be run as a hybrid event, with a modified live-streamed program to run alongside the live happening, slated for Melbourne over May 17–18. The program for attendees who join AIRAH for the live stream of the Refrigeration 2021 conference includes presentations and panels in one […]
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IIR partners with World Bank to set up Bangladesh cold chain
In partnership with British and Bangladeshi universities, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has inked a pact with the World Bank to develop a sustainable cold chain in Bangladesh. Named “Technical Assistance on Clean and Energy-Efficient cooling solutions for Livestock Supply Chain,” the project will provide the analytical underpinning to inform the Livestock and Dairy […]
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End of an era at Bitzer for ‘living legend’ Hermann Renz
After more than 50 years with German multinational Bitzer, stalwart Hermann Renz has worked his last day for the Rottenburg-based Teutonic titan. “In five decades and beyond … Hermann Renz has characterised the way in which Bitzer provides technical support and information to its customers,” Bitzer says. “During the years as Director Application Engineering and […]
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David Harrison elected new Property Council president
The Property Council of Australia has a new president: Charter Hall Managing Director and Group CEO, David Harrison. Harrison takes the reins of the industry association from JLL CEO Australia and New Zealand Stephen Conry AM, who has concluded his two-year term. GPT Group CEO Bob Johnston and Brookfield’s Sophie Fallman have both been elected […]
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Professor Ian Arbon to keynote 2021 IOR Conference
Professor Ian Arbon has been named a keynote speaker for the Institute of Refrigeration’s (IOR) Annual Conference – the Journey to Net Zero Heating and Cooling – Beyond Refrigeration 2021. The conference is slated to run over April 21–22. A Fellow of IMechE, Arbon boasts a long history in spearheading the Institution’s work in sustainable […]
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ASHRAE forms task force for building decarbonisation
ASHRAE has formed a task force to address climate change through decarbonisation strategies for the built environment. The ASHRAE Task Force for Building Decarbonization (TFBD) has been established to develop technical resources and provide leadership and guidance in mitigating the negative carbon impact of buildings on the environment and the inhabitants of our planet. “In […]
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Australia’s infrastructure investment roadmap charts a resilient future
According to the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA), the 2021 Infrastructure Priority List is a welcome step towards a resilient, inclusive and low-emissions future. Infrastructure Australia has added 44 new proposals to its $59 billion investment roadmap across transport, energy, water, waste, telecommunications and social infrastructure. “We are pleased with the clarity of criteria […]
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IIAR safety standard for CO2 systems open for review
The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) has invited comments for the fourth public review of BSR/IIAR CO2-202x, Safety Standard for Closed-Circuit Carbon Dioxide Refrigeration Systems. The public review period runs until March 14. “Substantive changes resulting from this public review will also be provided for comment in a future public review if necessary,” the IIAR […]
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Umow Lai fully integrates into Integral Group
Umow Lai’s Melbourne practice has taken the final step in joining the Integral Group brand. With the Sydney and Brisbane offices of Umow Lai having already been absorbed into the global operation, the rebranding of the erstwhile Victorian Umow Lai office – its national HQ – means the organisation previously known as Umow Lai will […]
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ASHRAE presents to congressional hearing on COVID-19 safety
US engineering body ASHRAE has provided witness testimony in a congressional hearing on COVID-19 risks and response in transportation systems. Titled “Protecting Transportation Workers and Passengers from COVID: Gaps in Safety, Lessons Learned, and Next Steps,” the hearing examined COVID-19 safety gaps in the protection of US transportation workers and passengers. “Protecting the transportation workforce […]
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Vale ozone pioneer Paul Crutzen
Dutch scientist Paul J. Crutzen, who earned the Nobel Prize for chemistry for his work understanding the hole in the ozone layer, has died. Credited with coining the term “Anthropocene” to describe the geological era shaped by humankind and its impact on climate change, Crutzen died on January 28. He was 87. Crutzen was the […]