Mark Vender

October 19, 2018

AIRAH Award finalists – Excellence in Innovation

Features

In the lead-up to the AIRAH Awards gala dinner on November 15, HVAC&R News is profiling finalists in some of the different categories. The AIRAH Awards recognise excellence and achievement within HVAC&R, with initial nominations coming from those working within the industry. Click here to see all the finalists for the 2018 awards. The Excellence […]

October 18, 2018

New comparisons in commercial HVAC systems

News

The ARBS Education and Research Foundation has released the results of a comparative study conducted on HVAC systems in commercial buildings. The research and the resulting report – touted as a world first on air distribution systems – was conducted in Sydney by Team Catalyst. “There are few surprises for experienced HVAC engineers who understand […]

October 18, 2018

Reader discount at Aitcool

Business

Aitcool Australia is offering an exclusive 15 per cent discount to HVAC&R News readers – just use the discount code AIRAH15. Aitcool is the exclusive Australian distributor of Wenling Aitcool tools and equipment. “We are proud to be supplying industry-leading equipment to assist the trade,” says managing director Daniel Groves. “We specialise in R32-ready non-spark […]

October 15, 2018

HyChill issues statement on factory fire

News

HyChill has issued a statement about the fire that broke out at its Melbourne factory last week. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) and Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB) were called to the scene on Canterbury Road in Kilsyth at around 2pm on Friday afternoon. They transported one man to The Alfred hospital and closed the road […]

October 15, 2018

simPRO roadshow gets rolling

Events and conferences

Job management software specialist simPRO has announced its next round of Australian roadshows. The sessions will cover all new simPRO releases so far in in 2018 including SMS, Data Feed, Form Builder, Quote & Sales Module and simPRO IoT. It will also preview other products and updates to be released this quarter and beyond, including […]

October 12, 2018

Fantech upgrades Gorilla range

Business

After launching the Gorilla X HVLS fan range last year, Fantech has introduced a number of upgrades to meet the demands of most applications. “Designed to save energy costs, improve comfort and increase productivity, the Gorilla X range of HVLS fans generate a gentle, slow-moving airstream that covers a large area,” Fantech says. “This makes them ideal for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, […]

October 11, 2018

NCC update: “Brace yourselves”

NewsRegulations

That was the message from Mike Dodd, senior policy officer at the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB), at the recent Future of HVAC Conference. He presented an update on the changes to Section J of Volume 1 of the National Construction Code (NCC), which will be published in February 2019 and come into effect in […]

October 10, 2018

Actrol launches DC-3 Smart Refrigeration system

BusinessNews

After a preview at ARBS earlier this year, Actrol has announced the arrival of its DC-3 Smart Refrigeration system. Australia’s first “plug and play” system for walk-in/reach-in coolrooms, it promises a step change for an industry which, until now, has had to rely on bespoke solutions. The launch is scheduled for November 1. To create […]

October 8, 2018

Daikin releasing new Zena range

Business

Daikin is releasing its new Zena designer series of wall-mounted split-system units. The new range will be available from late October, and will consist of an enhanced line-up ranging from 2.5kW through to 6.0kW. “The indoor unit presents itself in an outstandingly minimalist and compact design of only 798mm in width, 185mm in depth, and […]

October 4, 2018

AIRAH Awards finalists announced

Events and conferencesNews

The Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) has announced the finalists for its annual awards. Over the past 15 years the AIRAH Awards have established themselves as the leading event for recognising excellence and achievement in Australia’s HVAC&R industry. Prizes will be awarded in 10 different categories this year, including Future Leader, […]