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World agrees to HFC phase down talks
DUBAI: The world’s governments have agreed to start formal negotiations to phase down the production and consumption of HFCs….
Eurovent offers reports online
FRANCE: Refrigeration and air conditioning certification body Eurovent Certita Certification is now offering downloadable product performance reports….
Ozone hole – one of the largest ever
SWITZERLAND: Despite the phase-out of ozone-depleting refrigerants, the Antarctic ozone hole is currently among the largest ever observed….
Emerson ready for EPA/DOE challenge
USA: Emerson Climate Technologies says it is prepared for the challenge presented by the EPA’s SNAP rulings and the DOE’s energy reduction…
AHRI appoints COO
USA: The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has appointed John Lanier as chief operating officer….
AIRAH seeks new CEO
AUSTRALIA: AIRAH, the Australian refrigeration and air conditioning institute, is looking for a new CEO after the resignation of current incumbent Phil…
Bubble control at the flick of a switch
USA: A way of controlling the the boiling process, independent of temperature, could produce significant improvements in cooling and heating system efficiencies….
Purdue conference call for papers
USA: Those looking to present papers at next year’s Purdue Conferences on compressors, refrigeration and air conditioning and high performance buildings have…
EIA calls for ambitious MP proposals
UK: Prior to next week’s Montreal Protocol meeting in Dubai, the EIA has called for more ambition from the developed countries in…
Beijer Ref to move Stuttgart branch
GERMANY: Beijer Ref Deutschland is to move its Stuttgart branch facility to a new location with over 1,000m² of warehouse and offices….