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Unlicensed operators arrested in sting
USA: In a clampdown on unlicensed contractors, authorities in Florida yesterday arrested nine individuals illegally offering plumbing, electrical or air conditioning services….
Turbocor compressor wins another award
USA: The Danfoss oil-less Turbocor compressor has been presented with a further award, this time from the influential Alliance to Save Energy….
AHRI to reveal latest low GWP gas tests
USA: Test results from Phase ll of the Low GWP Alternative Refrigerants Evaluation Programme (AREP) will be presented at a conference prior…
Fujitsu builds new r&d centre
THAILAND: Japanese manufacturer Fujitsu is to step up the development of commercial air conditioners by constructing a new r&d centre at its…
Management changes at Trox
GERMANY: There are changes at Trox with the sudden departure of chairman Michael Bauer and the appointment of Udo Jung as general…
US EPA considers future ban on R134a chillers
USA: The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering declaring refrigerant R134a as being unsuitable for use in chillers….
Customs seize R22 on Vanuatu
VANUATU: It appears nowhere is free from illegal imports of refrigerant, following a seizure of R22 on the South Pacific island nation…
US faces critical engineer shortages
USA: A critical shortage of hvacr engineers and installers has been reported across the USA, with an estimated 115,000 needing to be…
Hitachi’s air conditioner that sees all
JAPAN: Hitachi is to introduce an air conditioner that can detect a room’s occupants, room size and layout to provide perfect comfort…
Daikin Emura in limited edition finishes
ITALY: Daikin’s Emura air conditioner is being sold in a faux leather finish in Italy….