World News
EBM-Papst buys electronics firm
GERMANY: Fans and motors manufacturer EBM-Papst has acquired a majority shareholding in Spanish electronics specialist IKOR….
Efficient fridges reduce German retailer costs
GERMANY: More efficient refrigeration and LED lighting helped reduce energy costs in the German retail food industry by 5% in 2015….
Dubai rethinks air conditioned city plan
DUBAI: Developers have scaled down plans for Dubai’s proposed Mall of the World, dubbed the world’s first temperature controlled city….
More compressors optimised for low GWP gases
GERMANY: Bitzer has optimised its two-stage reciprocating compressors to operate with the lower GWP refrigerants R448A and R449A and thermostatic expansion valves….
Armacell opens factory in Russia
LUXEMBOURG: Foam insulation manufacturer Armacell has opened a new production facility in Russia….
Seeking harmony on compressor standards
USA/EUROPE: Two of the leading US and European associations are seeking to harmonise compressor performance ratings and testing standards….
Leminar opens largest ME ductwork factory
DUBAI: Leminar Air Conditioning Industries has opened what is described as the largest ductwork manufacturing facility in the Middle East….
AC checks advised after house fire
AUSTRALIA: The South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service is advising homeowners to check their air conditioners after fire caused AUS$30,000 damage to a house in Adelaide today….
Refrigeration key to reducing food waste
SINGAPORE: A third or more of annual food production is never eaten, yet more than 50% of the wasted food could have…
DiversiTech acquires sealant firm Cliplight
USA: HVACR parts manufacturer DiversiTech has acquired Cliplight, the Canadian producer of system sealants and leak detection equipment. …