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Temperzone launches virtual exhibition
Temperzone has announced the launch of a new virtual exhibition showcasing Temperzone and Hitachi products. According to the company, the site was partly created to circumvent COVID-19 restrictions that have made it difficult to present their products at physical exhibitions. The virtual tour provides a visual perspective of the products as well as the ability […]
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Voice-activated smart home system
Voice activation technology is not only used for “hands-free” driving or streaming music through a smart speaker. The iZone Smart Home System allows voice activation technology to control all smart devices in a home. Pairing a Google, Amazon or Apple smart speaker with the iZone Smart Home System allows users to voice activate smart home […]
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What is the most common RAC fault?
A new report prepared by the Expert Group for the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment lists the most common faults identified in residential and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. It also gauges the impacts of these faults and highlights how routine maintenance could significantly reduce electricity use, refrigerant leaks and emissions. The […]
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Kestrel offers HVAC&R a lift
Helicopters traditionally used in aerial firefighting now offer opportunities for heavy lift users, including those working in the HVAC&R industry, says local aviation operator, Kestrel Aviation. With fire seasons between the northern and southern hemispheres now starting to merge, Kestrel is moving into domestically based larger capacity aircraft to provide the services which have traditionally […]
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Plug-and-play standard switch cabinet
The FrigoPack BLU kompakt is a new plug-and-play standard switch cabinet from control technology specialist KIMO. The unit allows operating up to two compressors with a maximum refrigerating capacity of 50kW. The cabinet is designed for easy commissioning. According to KIMO, refrigeration technicians have only to connect the power cables to the mains and motor […]
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The Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants are back
The 2021 Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants (RAPG 2021) program is now inviting applicants to win $30,000 worth of grants. Now into its ninth year, the program was established to help ease the financial strain felt by many apprentice plumbers, and to invest in the skills of future plumbers and provide assistance so that they can […]
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Round two of WA Clean Energy Future Fund
Round two of Western Australia’s Clean Energy Future Fund is now accepting applications. Launched in April 2020, the state government fund supports the implementation of innovative clean energy projects in Western Australia. According to the WA Government website, these are projects that offer high public value through contributing to one or more of the following […]
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NCC seminars return in 2021
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is holding a seminar series across Australia in May about the National Construction Code (NCC). The seminars will provide a deep-dive into selected NCC content, and an overview of some provisions proposed for NCC 2022. The presentation topics will be tailored towards industry-specific needs, and aimed at practitioners of […]
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Why some people might feel the cold more than others
New research has revealed almost 20 per cent of people worldwide lack a protein called α-actinin-3 in their muscle fibre. The skeletal muscle in this group of people is made up of more slow-twitch muscle fibres. These muscles are more durable and energy efficient and provide better tolerance to low temperatures than fast-twitch muscle fibres. […]
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New report on potential health impacts of HFOs
A new report has highlighted the possible environmental and human health risks posed by some HFOs – the newest generation of synthetic refrigerants – breaking down in the atmosphere. Report and statement of the downsides of HFO refrigerant usage has been produced by Refolution Industriekälte GmbH, a European refrigeration company that specialises in low-temperature systems […]
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Airmaster acquires Specialised Fire Protection
Airmaster has entered into an agreement to acquire fire protection services company Specialised Fire Protection. Through this acquisition, Airmaster says it will build upon its portfolio of specialist in-house knowledge and expertise in fire services, while continuing to service Specialised Fire Protection customers. “With over 50 years of combined experience, and a customer base that […]
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Natural refrigerants virtual trade show returns
Shecco has announced a second virtual trade show for natural refrigerants, ATMO VTS 2.0, to be held from March 30–31, 2021. According to the organisers, the first ATMO VTS, which took place on September 1–2, attracted more than 4,500 registered attendees and 75 exhibitors from the natural refrigerants industry. “ATMO VTS 2021 will give that ‘real’ […]
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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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iZone offers smart energy monitoring system
The iZone Smart Monitoring system is designed to show how much power appliances are using, thereby allowing householders to minimise their energy bills by scheduling appliances to exploit off-peak tariffs. According to the company, the system monitors how efficient appliances are, when they may be operating, and how their usage during a 24-hour cycle impacts […]
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Recessed wall VOC sensor
The new VT0R VOC Value Series sensor from Senva is designed to sense thousands of VOCs coming from sources such as paints, glues, cleaners, alcohol, building products, smoke, and other harmful or offensive gases. VOC refers to volatile organic compounds that can be found in a number of harmful gases, odours and smoke. “Its ability […]
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Mobile air filtration solution
The CAFNO portable active air filtration unit, RAF2020, is a mobile solution for treating small to large rooms. The US-developed product has been designed to help reduce aerosol transmission of airborne viruses along with particle, odour and VOC reduction. According to local distributor FridgeWize Australia, the combination of a variable speed motor along with GPS […]
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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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Glen Dimplex acquires majority shares in Thermofilm
The Glen Dimplex Group has announced its acquisition of majority shares in Thermofilm Pty Ltd. Thermofilm has over 30 years’ experience in the outdoor heating category. Based in Dandenong South, Victoria, the company produces and distributes a range of “Heatstrip” outdoor radiant heating products – both electric and gas. They also developed the “CrossRay” barbeque […]
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Beijer Ref’s Australian plant completes relocation
Beijer Ref’s Australian manufacturing operation SCM REF Australia has completed its relocation into a new purpose-built facility at Bankstown, Sydney. The OEM has been set up to service the Australian refrigeration industry, with a focus on natural refrigerants. As part of the push for sustainability under the combined Beijer Ref umbrella, Kirby and Beijer Ref […]
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Safe Work releases guidance on workplace ventilation
A new COVID-19 fact sheet on improving ventilation in indoor workplaces has been developed by Safe Work Australia. The fact sheet highlights practical steps to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and improve ventilation in indoor workplaces. The advice covers three main points. Ensuring HVAC systems are operating properly. This includes checking that systems […]