
Demand response programs for residential air conditioning have raised concerns, but are they as scary as they seem?

AIRAH’s 2025 Refrigeration Conference was billed as the hottest conference for the coolest industry, and it didn’t disappoint.

AIRAH’s recent Industry Night in Melbourne kicked off with a panel session to explore the skills shortage in our sector.

AIRAH, with support from the ARBS Foundation, is redeveloping a key resource to help improve the efficiency and safety of cooling tower systems.

AIRAH has noted the positives in an election-focused Federal Budget 2025-26, while also signalling missed opportunities.

The International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC) has launched a new mentorship program in celebration of International Women’s Day.

The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) has released its annual report on gender pay gaps in Australia, showing some improvement.

The DCCEEW has recognised qualifications for automotive industry professionals who require a licence to handle refrigerants safely.

AIRAH has announced two international keynote speakers and the full program for its 2025 Indoor Air Quality Conference on May 26–27.

The ABCB has confirmed that the 2025 edition of the NCC will not be published in line with the usual timetable, in May.

From April 1, 2025, Rinnai air conditioners now come with an extended seven-year warranty on a selection of systems.

Founded in February 1925, Australian owned and operated firm Embelton Engineering is celebrating 100 years of operation.

Podium has unveiled “Gary”, its AI employee designed to help HVAC&R, plumbing, and electrical businesses engage and convert leads.

Smardt has introduced the AeroPure AF Series of air-cooled chillers, which operate with oil-free, magnetically suspended compressors.

Testo has released its 174 series of data loggers, which it says provides efficient support for commissioning, inspection and maintenance.

Building Automation Products, Inc. (BAPI) has announced the launch of its new ZPM Standard Accuracy Pressure Sensor.

Daikin Australia is introducing a new heating and hot water solution called the EWYE-CZ air-to-water inverter heat pump.

Temperzone has launched its Clever MT series of aluminium AHUs, which it says are lightweight and highly corrosion-resistant.

Truwater has released an induced-draft, counterflow square PVC film-filled, FRP cooling tower called the EC-S Series cooling tower.

Ventrix has launched its Pipelounge multi-pipe support solution, which it says will reduce time during pipe bracket installation.