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2.4 Europe
Reported by Alan Field, based on the BSRIA market survey This is a report about the central plant air conditioning equipment in Europe 2014 based on a market survey from the UK research association BSRIA due to be published at the end of November this year. The full set of the final BSRIA reports will contain in-depth analyses of the current structure of the industry and its future prospects.ciali...
2.3 Japan
In 2013, the Japanese economy showed a gentle recovery. A look at demand aspects shows that exports picked up gradually and domestic demand centering on personal consumption showed a firm trend. The r...
2.2 China
Real GDP growth in China came to 7.7% in 2013, the second consecutive year of growth below 8%. Chinese chiller market growth slowed along with the economic slowdown. The Chinese chiller market was val...
2.1.2 Canada
According to the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), chiller shipments in 2013 came to 727 units, a decrease of 12.2% from 828 units in 2012. Chillers include large...
2. Regional Reports--2.1 North America--2.1.1 The United Sta
U.S. GDP growth came to 1.9% in 2013 as the economy continued its moderate recovery track. The country’s manufacturing industry is enjoying a comeback, with new manufacturing facilities coming on line...
World Chiller and Large AC Market--1. The 2013 Overview
Amid ongoing instability in the global economy, the 2013 world chiller market recorded a slight increase, driven mainly by demand for energy-efficient buildings and demand from increasing urbanization...
Fujikoki’s Enthusiasm to Capture European Hearts
Leading Japanese air conditioner parts manufacturer Fujikoki was a first-time exhibitor at this year’s Chillventa expo. Fujikoki showcased its electric expansion valves for airto-water (ATW) heat pump...
Hitachi, a Long-time Brand Charming Europe
Booth Theme Hitachi displayed its new Set Free VRF system at Chillventa 2014. While the new Energy-related Products (ErP) Directive in force from 2013 only covers air conditioning products with a capa...
EC Approves Acquisition of Indesit by Whirlpool
The European Commission (EC) has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of the Italia-based Indesit Company S.p.A. by the U.S.-based Whirlpool Corporation. Both companies manufacture and supply major home appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, cooking appliances, dishwashers or, washing machine stumble dryers and microwave ovens. In addition, Whirlpool manufactures...
Danfoss China Intensifying Fight against Counterfeit in Comp
Danfoss Maneurop compressors have been very successful for several decades in the Chinese market. In return, several counterfeiters are willing to benefit from this situation and raise many issues mai...
