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Setting the guidelines for indoor pollutants
After its launch late last year, the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems Against Airborne Infection Transmission, has scheduled its first guest webinar. The free webinar will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 2–3pm and will be presented by Professor Tunga Salthammer of the Fraunhofer WKI, Germany. Professor Salthammer will discuss the […]
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Webinar on NABERS embodied emissions consultation
NABERS is seeking feedback on its embodied emissions discussion paper, and has scheduled a webinar as a key part of the process. “We know that Australia currently has no consistent method of measurement for embodied emissions,” says NABERS. “Over the past 12 months, NABERS has worked in partnership with the GBCA and collaborated with industry […]
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RectorSeal launches Cover Guard
Cover Guard lineset covers are now available through RectorSeal Australia. RectorSeal says the lineset covers are designed for residential and commercial HVAC installations of ductless and ducted systems, providing four-stage adjustable support from 5.8–10.18cm. Quick snap-on covers accommodate multiple linesets and condensate drains. “Cover Guard lineset covers do not release under pressure,” says the company. […]
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Rectorseal adds condenser wall brackets to portfolio
RectorSeal Australia has added AC condenser wall brackets to its HVAC product portfolio. The company says the brackets are engineered to provide robust and secure support for ductless condensers. They are are made from heavy-duty steel with a durable powder-coated finish, and feature a sliding cross bar that provides a wide range to fit a […]
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Fujitsu General fits out luxury project
Fujitsu General’s R32 Bulkhead Reverse Cycle Split Systems contributed to the aesthetic of a recent eco-tourism project on a greenfield site in Inman Valley, South Australia. Created by luxury accommodation business ESCA, the project involved two standalone resort-style suites overlooking the Inman Valley to Encounter Bay and the Southern Ocean. Described as “luxury off-grid accommodation […]
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Smart tech for sustainable buildings webinar
Fredon and uHoo will host a free, one-hour webinar titled A Comprehensive Approach to Making Buildings Smart, Healthy and Sustainable, on Tuesday, February 7. Guest speakers will explore the uses and importance of smart technologies, and the ways in which the built environment can improve sustainability by maximising opportunities presented by these smart technologies. According […]
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Leaders in environmental protection recognised
Dr Helen Tope and Michael Bennett have been recognised for their work in environmental protection and the HVAC&R industry. Dr Tope was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for her service to environmental protection, particularly of the ozone layer, through leadership, research and policy development. Dr Tope has worked on aerosols […]
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Property Council appoints new Chief Executive
The Property Council of Australia has announced the appointment of Mike Zorbas as the new Chief Executive of the organisation. Zorbas has jointly acted in the Chief Executive role since December. He previously served as Group Head of Government, Media and Industry Affairs at Lendlease Australia, Group Head of Strategy and Corporate Communications at Grocon, […]
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AIRAH seeks speakers for 2023 conferences
AIRAH is seeking speakers to share ideas, research, and findings for the Institute’s 2023 conferences and forums. Events slated for 2023 include the Indoor Air Quality Conference (Brisbane, July 17–18); the Future of HVAC (September 13–14, Melbourne); the Building Physics Forum (September 13, Melbourne); and the Big Data and Analytics Forum (September 14, Melbourne). Those […]
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New cooling technology harnesses ions
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory claim to have developed a new cooling method, which they have named “ionocaloric cooling”. In a recent paper published in Science, researchers explained that ions in solution can be used to control the melting and crystallisation of a material, creating an ionocaloric cycle. Existing and […]
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ABCB seeking refrigeration case studies
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has released a request for tender for case studies and analysis of energy efficiency for refrigerated spaces. This work will help determine whether such spaces will become regulated through the National Construction Code (NCC). The case studies will be site-specific, providing illustrative examples across the range of types of […]
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Industry calms fears around incoming NSW licence
The mechanical services licensing saga took another twist when NSW Fair Trading sent out an email earlier this month to contractors urging them to start applying for the new mechanical services licence, which comes into effect on March 1, 2023. The email warned that the licence will be legally required by those “testing and commissioning […]
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Embraco adds to compressor offering
Embraco has launched its VESH variable speed compressor, a new generation of the VES series. According to Embraco, the VESH can achieve up to 50 per cent energy savings when compared to a traditional standard fixed speed compressor, and around 30 per cent compared with more energy efficient fixed speed models. “VESH pushes the limits […]
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WR Ahern Award recognises pick of the papers
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The AIRAH WR Ahern Award recognises the best technical paper by an AIRAH member published in Ecolibrium over the previous year. This year’s winner was Stefan Jensen, F.AIRAH, for his paper “Best-practice energy performance benchmarked for refrigerated warehouses”, published in […]
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Teamwork secures renewable energy award
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The AIRAH Awards category for Innovative use of Renewable Energy in HVAC&R is open to all individuals, recognising work carried out during 2020/2021. This award recognises initiatives that, through the innovative use of renewable energy, significantly improve the performance of […]
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Dr Stephen White awarded AIRAH’s highest honour
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The James Harrison Medal is the highest honour AIRAH can bestow upon an individual. Named after Australian refrigeration pioneer James Harrison, it recognises the highest levels of individual achievement in the Australian refrigeration and air conditioning industry. The James Harrison […]
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Broad skillset recognised in student award
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The AIRAH Award category for Student of the Year – Trade is open to all AIRAH members, recognising work carried out during 2020/2021. This award is given to an outstanding student at any level in the HVAC&R industry’s trade sector. […]
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Award marks bright path for future leader
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The AIRAH Awards category for Future Leader is open to all AIRAH members who are actively engaged in the HVAC&R industry, recognising work carried out during 2020/2021. This award recognises emerging leaders in any facet of the HVAC&R industry, and […]
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AIRAH Awards 2023: Peter Barry wins WH Ahern Award
Peter Barry, M.AIRAH, has taken home the coveted WH Ahern Award at the AIRAH Awards 2023, held in Sydney.
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Excellence in Sustainability award for regional NSW first
During the holiday period, HVAC&R News is featuring the winners of the AIRAH Awards 2022. The AIRAH Award category for Excellence in Sustainability is open to all individuals, companies, corporate bodies, institutions and government authorities, recognising work carried out during 2020/2021. This award recognises Australian initiatives that have made clear improvements in the sustainability of […]