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 15 May 2023

Paul Bennell elected Cold Chain Federation president

Paul Bennell was elected the new president of the Cold Chain Federation at its AGM on 5 May 2023, effective immediately. He will lead the organisation’s Board as it works to support new opportunities for, and address the challenges facing, the UK’s ... 
 15 May 2023

Clivet opens new European hub

Clivet has established its European Hub in the SuperLab Bicocca in Milan, an eco-sustainable building born from a major recovery project of the former Breda offices. It opened last autumn to host companies and start-ups and is also open to the ... 
 15 May 2023

Sales boost for Conex Bänninger thanks to technical team’s testing regime

Conex Bänninger has opened-up the domestic market for its >B< Press copper fittings (15mm-28mm) after undertaking an extensive testing programme leading to approval for use with M profile jaws.... 
 15 May 2023

New-generation Toshiba MiNi-SMMS: small in size, big in performance

Toshiba Air Conditioning is expanding its portfolio with a mini variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system that takes advantage of low-GWP R32 refrigerant. The new-generation R32 MiNi-SMMS VRF system provides comfort in a highly efficient and effective ... 
 15 May 2023

Chillers for food and pharmaceutical industries

Two chillers have resulted from a collaboration between Frascold and ASKI Refrigerazione, a professional in the design and creation of chillers for industrial refrigeration. The first chiller preserves fruit in Mali and the second is used for the ... 
 4 May 2023

Trane Technologies acquires MTA, expanding industrial process cooling solutions and services

Trane has acquired MTA, an Italian-based manufacturer and distributor of sustainable solutions in industrial process cooling, air conditioning and air treatment. Providing process chillers and an expanded rental and services business, MTA will ... 
 4 May 2023

IOR previews Kit Bag to promote cooling careers to young people

The Institute of Refrigeration is pleased to announce a preview of its new STEM Kit Bag, which will support members talking in schools and career fairs.... 
 4 May 2023

Retrofit failure could spark new energy crisis, warns BESA

A collective failure to retrofit commercial buildings to meet net zero targets threatens to ignite a new energy crisis, according to the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).... 
 4 May 2023

Panasonic HQ heat pump training centre receives ministerial visit

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions was pleased to receive a visit from Rt Hon Grant Shapps, MP for Welwyn Hatfield and Secretary of State for the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, to its Welwyn headquarters to see first-hand the new ... 
 3 May 2023

Heat Recovery business creates new engineer role

A Yorkshire-based Heat Recovery business has created a new role as it experiences unprecedented demand for its services. DK Heat Recovery has recruited time-served refrigeration service engineer, Calum MacPhee to the new role of engineering manager ... 
 25 Apr 2023

Panasonic’s 2023 product catalogue: the essential tool for HVAC+R professionals

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has released its new product catalogue for 2023. This comprehensive guide showcases the entire Panasonic range of HVAC+R solutions, designed to meet the needs of residential, commercial, and industrial ... 
 25 Apr 2023

Humidity Solutions expands team

Following the continued growth in its core businesses, Humidity Solutions has welcomed Colin Turnbull to the team as installation and contracts manager.... 
 25 Apr 2023

Williams provides Walkers Garden Centre with future proof refrigeration and meat ageing

Dry aged meat has soared in popularity in recent years. The rich flavour and tender textures are a hit with customers looking for a different experience, but you need specialised equipment like the Meat Ageing Refrigerator from Williams ... 
 25 Apr 2023

First Mats enhances industrial floor fans range

First Mats, the leading workplace products specialist based in Birmingham, UK, is proud to announce the expansion of their range of Industrial Floor Fans. The company has overhauled their offerings to provide customers with a wider variety of high-... 
HVACR Live took place at London Excel on 18 and 19 April 2023.
 24 Apr 2023

HVACR Live 2023 opens with a positive buzz after five year hiatus

HVACR Live opened with a positive and excited buzz last week after a five year hiatus due to the pandemic. Exhibitors and attendees alike found the event informative, engaging, and a great opportunity to network and learn more about the latest ... 
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 22 Apr 2023

FETA chairman calls for Net Zero pragmatism

The annual FETA lunch took place on 20 April at the Brewery and was attended by over 600 industry professionals from across the trades serviced by ADCAS, BCIA, BFCMA, BRA, HPA and HEVAC.... 
 21 Apr 2023

BESA appoints new membership director

Rebecca Fox has joined the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) as its new director of membership.... 
 21 Apr 2023

ACR News Awards 2023 winners announced

Designed to celebrate excellence and innovation in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry, the ACR News Awards 2023 took place on the 19 April at the Park Plaza, London Riverbank and hosted by comedian Rhys James.... 
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