UK News
BESA calls for urgent review of refrigerant safety proposals
UK: The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has added its voice to concerns being raised across Europe that the F-gas revision proposals could increase…
Hydratech opens facility in the US
UK: Hydratech, a leading UK formulator and manufacturer of glycols, heat transfer fluids and water treatment chemicals, has opened a US production…
David Summerfield 1934-2022
UK: The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has paid tribute to its former president David Summerfield whose death was announced this week. He was 88….
Aspen to acquire Italian company Vecamco
UK/ITALY: Aspen Pumps is set to acquire Vecamco, an Italian manufacturer and distributor of HVACR components and accessories….
New tool assesses ozone layer health
UK: Scientists have developed a new method for assessing the impact of ozone-depleting chemicals released into the atmosphere. …
CO2 supply concerns after plant shutdown warning
UK: Fears of a CO2 shortage have resurfaced after CF Fertilisers UK notified purchasers of CO2 of its intention to temporarily halt…
BESA flags fire damper safety issue
UK: Inspections carried out by maintenance contractors have revealed that a “huge number” of fire and smoke dampers have been incorrectly installed…
Labour market is major concern
UK: The labour market is currently the main area of concern for employers within the UK HVACR sector, according to a new…
Beijer Ref makes key appointments
UK: Beijer Ref has made two new director appointments to its UK and Ireland business….
Bookings open for IoR conference
UK: Bookings are now open for the IoR Annual Conference which this year focuses on examples of how the industry is helping cooling…