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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 […]
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Dwyer’s differential pressure indicating transmitter
The Series AT-605 is an ATEX/IECEx approved Magnehelic Differential Pressure Indicating Transmitter from Dwyer Instruments. The unit provides for both visual monitoring and electronic control of very low differential pressures in hazardous locations. The dial gauge is supported by the two-wire, 4-20mA control signal, utilizing the Dwyer Magnehelic gauge mechanical design and Series 600 transmitter […]
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Marketing insights for the ‘new normal’
Digital marketing specialist Netstripes is offering a series of free webinars designed to help businesses increase their digital responsiveness. “The economic disruption caused by COVID-19 has adversely affected so many small and medium businesses, and in some cases, forced closure,” says Netstripes. “We understand that you are under pressure to sustain your business, deliver value […]
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ARBS webinar on in-building connectivity and 5G
Given that approximately 70 per cent of mobile data in Australia is consumed indoors, in-building connectivity will increasingly play a deciding role in where a business is located, with a flow-on effect on the occupancy rates of commercial buildings and real estate. This is the premise for Alex Fuershchke’s upcoming presentation at IBTech@ARBS 2022. Titled […]
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Workers urged to get flying start on licence applications
The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is offering new arrangements for mechanical services workers who apply for their occupational licence ahead of the January 1, 2022 deadline. Employees who perform mechanical services work for a licensed contractor, including refrigeration and air conditioning, have until January 1, 2022 to hold the relevant occupational licence. Normally, […]
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Natural Refrigeration Conference goes virtual
The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) has announced it is cancelling the face-to-face portion of the 2021 IIAR Natural Refrigeration Conference and Expo due to COVID-19. It will now be held online. The event was originally slated to be held in Palm Springs, California, USA, from June 21–23, 2021. The current regulations that affect meetings […]
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HVAC&R is helping NASA find life on Mars
Those in HVAC&R often talk about the impacts this industry has had in supporting our modern way of life. Now another achievement can be added to the list: interplanetary exploration. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) landed one its largest and most advanced rovers, named Perseverance, on Mars on February 18, 2021. The aim […]
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Welcome to the hydrogen-heated home
The UK government has confirmed the country’s first test homes completely relying on hydrogen for heating will be opened to the public, researchers and educators in April. The two semi-detached homes will showcase working hydrogen appliances in a domestic setting. They will demonstrate the potential of hydrogen as a direct lower carbon alternative to existing […]
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Changes imminent for NABERS Energy Ratings
NABERS Energy Ratings are set to change from July 1 this year to reflect the increasing decarbonisation of the grid. There are also plans to introduce a formal definition of “net zero” and recognise buildings that achieve this standard. Corine Mulet is Technical Projects Manager at NABERS and presented a session on the changes as […]
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Has China halted illegal production of CFC-11?
New studies indicate that China may have successfully curbed production of CFC-11, an ozone-depleting refrigerant also used for foam insulation. The chemical was banned, along with other CFCs such as R12 and R502, under the Montreal Protocol to stop the production and import of ozone depleting substances and reduce their concentration in the atmosphere. In […]
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Bitzer appoints new Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
Global HVAC&R company Bitzer has appointed Martin Büchsel as a new member of the executive board and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. He replaces Gianni Parlanti, who is resigning from his position and returning to his home country as Managing Director of Bitzer Italia at his own request. Büchsel has held leading positions at various […]
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VASA Wire & Gas Convention postponed until 2022
VASA, Australasia’s peak trade association for specialists in auto air conditioning, electrical and thermal management, has postponed its flagship Wire & Gas conference until 2022 due to logistical risks posed by ongoing pandemic-related disruptions. Wire & Gas, originally scheduled to take place from July 31 to August 2, 2020, was postponed until the equivalent weekend […]