World News
DiversiTech buys mount firm Quick-Sling
USA: HVACR parts and accessories supplier DiversiTech has purchased Quick-Sling, the US manufacturer of mounting products. …
ASHRAE updates IAQ standard
USA: Requirements regarding multi-family dwellings, tobacco smoke, and operations and maintenance are among changes to ASHRAE’s indoor air quality standard….
Beijer Ref sees stable start to year
SWEDEN: Although sales increased, the investigation into the acquisition of UK refrigeration wholesaler HRP has contributed to Beijer Ref showing a 5%…
Fridge maker adds Italian style
ITALY: A collection of limited edition fridges decorated by artists from luxury Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana caused a stir last…
Alfa Laval hits out at duty “adjustments”
SWEDEN: A leading manufacturer has hit out at what it says are common industry practices to “adjust” plate heat exchanger heat duties…
USITC gives go-ahead to R134a probe
USA: Investigations into the alleged dumping of cheap R134a refrigerant on the US market are to continue after trade commissioners decided that…
Mechanical joint company Reflok closes
UK: Reflok, the company behind the mechanical aluminium pipe jointing system, has been closed down due to problems in the US….
AHRI signs Korean co-operation deals
USA: The US Air-conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has signed co-operation agreements with two Korean associations….
California could limit GWP to 150
USA: California could ban refrigerants with a GWP greater than 150 in all new non-residential refrigeration systems by 2020….
Sanhua joins AHRI
USA: Air conditioning and refrigeration controls and components manufacturer Sanhua International has joined the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI)….