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R449A and R513A included in Bitzer software
SWITZERLAND: German compressor manufacturer Bitzer has now included DuPont’s XP40 (R449A) and XP10 (R513A) in its latest compressor selection software….
Viessmann launches 1234ze heat pump
GERMANY: Viessmann is to introduce a commercial/industrial heat pump using the low GWP HFO 1234ze….
Viessmann coating wins Gulfood award
GERMANY: Viessmann’s SmartProtec anti-microbial powder coating has been highly commended at the Gulfood Awards 2015 in Dubai….
Truckers warned of hydrocarbon safety risks
AUSTRALIA: The Australian Trucking Association has warned of the safety risk associated with the use of cheap, hydrocarbon-based refrigerant gases….
Radermacher is double medal winner
FRANCE: Following his IoR J&E Hall Gold Medal award last month, Dr Reinhard Radermacher has received a further award from the International Institute….
ISH launch for R32 vac pump
GERMANY: Tool manufacturer Rothenberger is to launch an R32 vacuum pump at the ISH exhibition which opens tomorrow in Frankfurt….
Help sought for duct certification
FRANCE: Eurovent Certita Certification is looking to form a committee to establish requirements for a new ventilation duct certification programme….
Blygold opens office in Berlin
NETHERLANDS: Heat exchanger corrosion protection company Blygold has opened a third office in Germany….
Armacell buys Canadian manufacturer ITP
LUXEMBOURG: Armacell is to acquire Canadian extruded polyethylene foam manufacturer Industrial Thermo Polymers Ltd (ITP)….
Bertland increases stake in Beijer Ref
SWEDEN: Recent share trading has altered the balance of power at Europe’s leading refrigeration wholesaler Beijer Ref….