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Armstrong Fluid Technology introduces DEPM pumps
Armstrong Fluid Technology introduced its range of design envelope permanent magnet (DEPM) pumps for the Australia and Asia-Pacific markets at ARBS 2024.
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Tradies urged to protect their tools
The Crime Statistics Agency has released the recorded crime statistics from 2023, with over $33 million worth of tools stolen in Victoria.
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Air conditioning mandatory in new rental standards
The Victorian government is calling for feedback on proposed new minimum standards for rental homes and rooming houses related to energy efficiency and safety. This includes, for the first time, a requirement for cooling.
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REHVA releases sustainability manifesto
(REHVA) has released the REHVA Manifesto for sustainable, healthy and affordable buildings – the “2050 ready building” pact.
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Improving sustainability in Australian cold storage
Are Australian cold storage facilities making the most of the latest practices and technology to improve their sustainability?
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Kirby expands line with Contractor condensing units
Kirby has introduced its Kirby Contractor condensing unit range – powered by Embraco and Copeland KCM – to the Australian market.
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NSW reviewing professional registration rules
The NSW government is reviewing the Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) Act, which requires engineers to be professionally registered.
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ASHRAE calls for IEQ25 papers
ASHRAE is calling for papers for the IEQ (Indoor Environmental Quality) Conference, held from September 24–26, 2025 in Canada.
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AIRAH announces new president and board
AIRAH has announced the composition of its new seven-person board – including its new president – at its annual general meeting.
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ARBS 2024: Highlights from the industry’s biggest expo
After three days, more than 9,000 visitors and 360 exhibitors, ARBS 2024 – hailed the biggest ARBS ever – has drawn to a close.
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Wilson releases Aqualux heat pump
Australian hot water system manufacturing company Wilson Industries has released the Wilson Aqualux heat pump.
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Living beyond our means: Australia’s refrigerant reckoning
Australia is using more refrigerant than it imports and will face a reckoning when stockpiles run out, according to Cold Hard Facts 4.
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Carrier launches XCT8 variable refrigerant flow
Carrier Australia has launched a new variable refrigerant flow (VRF) into the Australian market called the XCT8.
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GBCA to hold air tightness masterclass
The Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) is holding an online air tightness masterclass on Tuesday, June 18.
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ACCU scheme invites new emissions reduction methods
DCCEEW has announced that it will receive suggestions for new methods of emissions reduction under the Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU) scheme.
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ARBS preview: What to expect in 2024
Australia’s largest international HVAC&R and building services trade show, ARBS 2024, begins in Sydney this morning.
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Understanding the impacts of damp and mould
Researchers at the Queensland University of Technology have released a study exploring building-related symptoms (BRS) caused by damp and mould.
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Researching homeowners’ electrification journeys
Researchers at UTS are researching and documenting “typical journeys” of homeowners who are undertaking renovations, appliance upgrades and electrification.
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The hateful eight: Major challenges for SMBs in FY25
Small-to-medium businesses will face increasing challenges next financial year, with economic growth staying muted until the end of 2024.
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Hisense appoints Rybinski as HVAC general manager
Hisense has appointed Peter Rybinski as Executive General Manager – HVAC, expanding its commitment to the Australian HVAC&R market.