World News
Refrigeration can reduce GHG emissions
FRANCE: Expansion of the cold chain in developing countries could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 180-550 million tons of CO2e/yr between now…
Bouillot appointed Tecumseh Europe md
FRANCE: Organisational changes at Tecumseh Europe has seen François Bouillot appointed managing director….
Van blast “should not have happened”
AUSTRALIA: The authority responsible for enforcing occupational health and safety laws has warned of the dangers in transporting flammable gases….
Rettig acquires ac manufacturer Emmeti
NETHERLANDS: Maastricht-based heating equipment manufacturer Rettig ICC has completed the acquisition of Italian HVAC business Emmeti SpA….
Climaventa adds 1234ze chiller
ITALY: Climaveneta is the latest manufacturer to combine the low GWP refrigerant 1234ze with oil-free compressor technology in a range of chillers….
Supermarkets are key to HFC phase-down
UK: A leading consultant has warned that meeting Europe’s HFC phase-down targets hinges on supermarkets across Europe adopting lower GWP refrigerants….
Mitsubishi adds R32 to M series
AUSTRALIA: Mitsubishi Electric Australia has launched a new M Series split system range running on the lower GWP refrigerant R32….
Chemours to lay off 400
USA: Refrigerant manufacturer Chemours is to lay off 400 workers worldwide, roughly 5% of its workforce, following losses of $47m since its…
Singapore hosts Cold Chain Summit
USA: Following its inaugural event in London last year, Carrier is to hold its 2015 World Cold Chain Summit to Reduce Food…
Parker Hannifin heads AHR awards
USA: Parker Hannifin was a major winner at this year’s AHR Expo Innovation Awards, winning both the cooling and the tools &…