World News
Honeywell licences R1234yf production in India
USA: Honeywell has entered into a supply and technology license agreement with Navin Fluorine International (NFIL) to produce the refrigerant R1234yf in…
Daikin to take share in Taiwan agent
JAPAN: The Nikkei reports that Daikin is to take a 10% stake in its exclusive Taiwanese distributor in an effort to expand…
Daikin MEA factory is Eurovent certified
DUBAI: Daikin’s air handling unit factory in Jebel Ali has gained Eurovent certification….
Cooling drives Danfoss to record profits
DENMARK: The demand for energy efficiency and climate-friendly solutions are said to be behind Danfoss’ 11% growth and record profits in 2015….
Europe braced for R32
ITALY: Mostra Convegno, which ended today in Milan, has provided a glimpse of a European future with “mildly flammable” R32 refrigerant….
Danfoss celebrates 50 millionth “golden egg”
DENMARK: Double celebrations at Danfoss today as the 50 millionth T2 thermostatic expansion valve rolled down the production line, 50 years after…
Spain to receive award for R22 seizures
SPAIN: Authorities in Spain are to receive a special award from UNEP for its efforts to stem the flow of illegal R22…
Bitzer approves low GWP R134a alternatives
GERMANY: Bitzer has announced the approval of the HFO refrigerants R1234yf and R1234ze(E) and blends R513A and R450A for use in its…
Ageing ammonia system falls foul of EPA
USA: A cheese manufacturer has replaced its ageing ammonia refrigeration system and agreed to pay part of a $100,000 settlement for breaching…
Bertland proposed for Lindab board
SWEDEN: Per Bertland, president and CEO of refrigeration wholesaling group Beijer Ref, has been proposed for election to the board of Swedish…