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i-Hub Digital Summit
AIRAH and the Innovation Hub for Affordable Heating and Cooling (i-Hub) are hosting a free online knowledge-sharing summit in June and July. The series of three webinars will bring together leading universities, researchers, consultants, building owners and equipment manufacturers in a connected research and development community. They will discuss the i-Hub projects, their progress, and key findings […]
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Thailand runs R290 safety test for AC units
The Thailand Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Action (RAC NAMA) has conducted Thailand’s first live safety testing of R290 (propane) for AC units. The results, which support the safety of the flammable refrigerant, have been submitted to the Thai government to assist in its review of the country’s building code, says the organisation. […]
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Licence deadline looming for RAC contractors
The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is encouraging air conditioning and refrigeration contractors to apply for a free Mechanical Services licence by June 30. Existing air conditioning and refrigeration contractors have until June 30 to submit an application for a free Mechanical Services – Plumbing licence using the alternative qualification pathway provided by transitional […]
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Government extends asset write-off scheme
The government has extended the instant asset write-off scheme until December 31, 2020, a move that has been applauded by The Australian Refrigeration Association (ARC). The ARC says that giving businesses six more months to immediately claim on purchases up to $150,000 represents a win for refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) contractors. The instant asset […]
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Focus on AC future
Shecco, the organiser of ATMOsphere, and the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) are teaming up to host an online event entitled “The Future of Air Conditioning”. Taking place from June 23–24, the ATMO/DTI Technical Conference will feature a range of special topics and technical sessions delivered by leading experts. On the first day, Senior Fellow of Rocky […]
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Learning skills for energy compliance
The National Energy Efficient Building Project (NEEBP), on behalf of the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Energy Council National Energy Productivity Plan, has developed the Energy Efficiency Skills Program. Offered as part of the Cross-Industry Skills Training Project, the Program is designed to help industry professionals comply with set requirements under the National Construction Code […]
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AC importer fined for R22 infringements
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has fined a Victorian-based importer and manufacturer of air conditioning equipment $12,600 for importing bulk hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) without a controlled substances licence. Importing HCFC without a licence is an offence under the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989, which is in place to protect […]
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AASA to hold global alliance meeting
As part of the ASHRAE Annual Meeting, the ASHRAE Associate Society Alliance (AASA) will convene its own meeting on June 17, just days ahead of the 2020 ASHRAE Virtual Conference scheduled to take place from June 22-25. The Alliance is an assembly of representatives of Associate Societies of ASHRAE, representing 15 regions and more than […]
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IWBI launches WELL Health-Safety Rating
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has launched the WELL Health-Safety Rating for all building and facility types. The tool is an evidence-based, third-party verified rating system focusing on operational policies, maintenance protocols and design strategies to address a post-COVID-19 environment. The WELL Health-Safety Rating is one of the earliest outcomes of IWBI’s Task Force […]
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Free webinars on re-opening buildings
AIRAH as part of its relationship with the ASHRAE Associate Society Alliance will offer three free webinars focused on mitigating potential health risks during re-opening of buildings closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. As buildings begin to reopen after the COVID-19 closures, it is important to make sure that building readiness plans are in place for […]
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Beijer Ref and Bitzer sign Australian agreement
Wholesaler Beijer Ref Australia and the refrigeration and air conditioning technology specialist Bitzer Australia have inked a partnership agreement that will see Beijer Ref offer the complete range of Bitzer products and services in Australia. The companies have signed a rolling one-year agreement that allows Beijer Ref Australia to offer the whole range of Bitzer […]
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Tender for maintenance and leak prevention program
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is developing an education program to encourage refrigeration and air conditioning equipment owners and facilities managers to improve their level of preventive maintenance. The program aims to reduce refrigerant and energy-related greenhouse gas emissions and at the same time reduce consumer costs by having their equipment operate […]
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ACIF issues coronavirus recovery proposal
The Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) has issued a document proposing a number of key recommendations on guiding the construction industry out of the coronavirus disruption period. In the document entitled Construction’s Bridge to Recovery, the ACIF is calling on the government to assist with the economic recovery of the construction business through a list […]
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Chillventa 2020 cancelled
Chillventa 2020, a prominent Germany-based biennial event on the European HVAC&R calendar, has been cancelled. While a digital congress has now been scheduled to take place on the original dates (October 13-15), the next Chillventa will be held on October 11-13, 2022. For its tenth outing in 2018, the European event had surpassed 1,000 exhibitors […]
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New regs for air-handling and water systems in WA
The Western Australian Department of Health (DOH) has prepared a second discussion paper to explore new regulations around air-handling and water systems. In May 2019 the DOH released a discussion paper for public consultation to investigate the most effective option for managing the potential public health risks associated with air-handling and water distribution systems to […]
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US HVAC&R professionals weathering COVID-19 crisis
The results are in from a survey exploring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on US HVAC&R professionals. The survey was conducted by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). About 3,000 of its members replied to “ASHRAE’s Survey of the Impact of COVID-19 on Members Professionally and Their Businesses”, which explored […]
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Virtual seminars on a net-zero future
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) will be holding a series of virtual seminars on net-zero building practices and tackling future policy changes in Australia and New Zealand. Titled 2020 Vision for a 2030 Reality, the program will explore and answer pertinent questions facing building services engineers, in view of the 2030 deadline […]
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AMCA advice on COVID-19 and HVAC
The Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors’ Association (AMCA) has released a position statement on the role of HVAC systems in mitigating the risks of airborne transmission of COVID-19. In the statement, the AMCA recognises that ventilation and air filtration provided by heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) can reduce the airborne concentration of COVID-19 […]
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HydroChem appoints new CEO
HydroChem has named Mike Lenton as its new CEO. Lenton’s predecessor, Nick Duncan, will be moving into a full-time strategy, talent-development and project role. Duncan has been credited with transitioning HydroChem to a national operation over the past 15 years. “Having recently completed 18 successful years as the General Manager of Hydro Flow, Mike is […]
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BBC series to explore impact of green buildings
The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) is collaborating with BBC StoryWorks to produce a film series about sustainable buildings and construction. The series launches later this year, and will recognise the impact buildings can have on both the quality of people’s lives and our natural environment, particularly in the mitigation of and adaption to climate […]