World News
F-gas revision to ensure cylinder return
EUROPE: Refrigerant sellers will need to provide evidence of their arrangements for the return of cylinders for refilling under the F-gas revision…
ISH welcomed back but visitors drop 18%
GERMANY: The return of the ISH sanitary, heating and air conditioning technology exhibition to Frankfurt last week attracted 153,734 visitors, according to…
Scientists back propane in heat pumps
SWEDEN: More than 40 scientists from across Europe have signed a position statement backing what they say is the proven superior efficiencies…
Swegon presents first “green” Gold AHU
SWEDEN: Swegon has displayed its first concept air handling unit made from “green” steel at this week’s ISH trade fair in Frankfurt….
Kapur named as next Honeywell CEO
USA: Honeywell president and COO Vimal Kapur is to succeed Darius Adamczyk as CEO on June 1. …
All-Electric refrigeration unit debuts in Holland
BELGIUM: The first trailer featuring Thermo King’s new Advancer-e engineless and electric trailer refrigeration unit has started operations in the Netherlands. …
EPBD aims for climate neutral buildings by 2050
EUROPE: Industry groups have applauded the European parliament’s approval today of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)….
Daikin signals move to new HQ in Adelaide
AUSTRALIA: Daikin is to consolidate its business in Adelaide into a 7,580m2 office, warehouse and showroom space in the city’s Royal Park…
Eurovent publishes guide to rooftop units
BELGIUM: Eurovent has published a guidebook on rooftop units, giving an insight into types, design, applications, operation, selection and maintenance….
Panasonic focuses on European growth
JAPAN: Panasonic is to invest an additional JPY15bn (€105m) in its Czech factory as part of plans to accelerate growth of its European air-to-water heat pump and hydronic systems business. …