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 17 Aug 2023

Partner Focus: Happy 20th birthday, Blended!

As 2023 unfolds, we take a moment to recognise that Blended, experts in speciality chemicals and gases, is turning 20, writes commercial director, Simon Barker.... 
 17 Aug 2023

FETA’s Wendy Belfield appointed as member of Industry Competence Committee

Wendy Belfield has been appointed on to the Industry Competence Committee (ICC), which has been set up by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to monitor and help to improve industry competence. Belfield is a member of the recently established ... 
 16 Aug 2023

Panasonic increases UK capacity of heating and cooling stock

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has expanded its stock storage and handling capabilities with the addition of a new warehouse. With over 80,000 sqft the new space, located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, secures Panasonic’s logistical ... 
 15 Aug 2023

LG launches Multi V i with cutting-edge AI engine

LG Electronics (LG) has launched the new Multi V i, a Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) solution equipped with the company’s AI engine, in key global markets starting in Europe. Suitable for mid- to high-rise buildings, such as offices, schools, ... 
 15 Aug 2023

Henchman launches new Fully Adjustable Tripod Ladder PRO range to help professionals get the job done, safely

Professional gardeners, landscapers and arborists alike can take their jobs to new heights with the launch of Henchman’s strongest and most versatile tripod ladders yet.... 
 15 Aug 2023

AEMT moves to support equality, diversity and inclusion across its sector

With support from its members, the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) has launched a committee which aims to drive, support and promote equality, diversity and inclusion within the electromechanical sector.... 
 15 Aug 2023

Cool Designs’ apprentices acquit themselves with distinction in National Qualifications

Apprentices at air conditioning distributor Cool Designs have achieved notable success in this year's exams for national industry qualifications.... 
 15 Aug 2023

Aermec appoints Andrew Hawes as GM

Industry stalwart Andy Hawes has joined Aermec as general manager, technical services as part of the company’s further expansion and vision to make Aermec UK a Centre of Excellence within the HVAC industry... 
 15 Aug 2023

Air conditioning is a must for hybrid workers returning to the office

Samsung Climate Solutions has revealed the results of bespoke research which finds that although almost two-thirds (64%) of workers in the UK with hybrid working patterns are planning to spend more time in the office in 2023 than in 2022, 66% would ... 
 14 Aug 2023

BESA Conference - book now!

Taking place at the Novotel London West on the 12 October, the conference will centre around three primary themes: addressing business challenges and finding solutions, engaging in technical sessions with actionable insights, and empowering aspiring ... 
L-r: Adrian Catchpole, current CIBSE president; Dame Judith Hackitt; Dr Hywel Davies, CIBSE Technical Director; Kevin Mitchell, CIBSE past president; and Ruth Carter, CIBSE CEO.
 8 Aug 2023

New CIBSE Fellowships recognise Building Safety Act

Two of the key individuals behind the Building Safety Act, Dame Judith Hackitt and Dr Hywel Davies, were awarded Honorary Fellowships to CIBSE in recognition of their lifetime contribution to the construction and building industries.... 
 8 Aug 2023

BCIA releases new technical guide addressing embodied carbon

The BCIA’s Technical Working Group has produced a new Technical Guide to add to its online portfolio of Guides available to download.... 
 2 Aug 2023

Actuate UK calls for clarity on the CE and UKCA mark transition for construction products

Actuate UK has welcomed the Department of Business & Trade (DBT)'s announcement to indefinitely extend recognition of CE mark for some goods coming into Great Britain but asks for clarity on construction products. While DBT includes some ... 
 1 Aug 2023

Les Corbett joins Pastorfrigor GB

Industry expert Les Corbett has joined the Essex based commercial refrigeration business Pastorfrigor GB as engineering manager.... 
 1 Aug 2023

MHIAE awarded Frost & Sullivan’s 2023 European Company of the Year

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioning Europe (MHIAE), a division of MHI Group, has been recognised for its innovative and energy-efficient commercial heat pumps, receiving Frost & Sullivan’s 2023 European Company of the Year Award.... 
 1 Aug 2023

REFCO celebrates its 51-year anniversary with global customers

?To mark 51 years of its history, REFCO invited its sales partners to Switzerland for a two-day anniversary event. Founded in 1972, REFCO has developed into a globally-recognised manufacturer of high-quality tools for professional refrigeration and ... 
 28 Jul 2023

MHIAE adds new ZTL series to its line-up of indoor air conditioning units

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioning Europe (MHIAE) has extended its range of indoor units for the European market with the launch of the new ZTL series for residential and commercial applications. The ZTL range fits into the Standard Plus ... 
 27 Jul 2023

IOR Environment Committee explores the impact of rising ambient temperatures and extreme heat events in the UK in a new podcast 

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) podcast series, The Tip of the Iceberg looks at critical environmental issues facing the cooling industry. In the latest episode issued this week, IOR members Rob Lamb, Chris Green and Brian Churchyard discussed ... 
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