Europe
Energy Efficient Prosperity: Expanding Energy Access
This is the fourth of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries (Paris) - 13 October 2016 Sub-Saharan Africa faces what some energy analysts...
R454C brings a chill to R404A cabinet
October 12, 2016 GERMANY: Although designed only for use in new equipment, Chemours new low GWP Opteon XL20 (R454C) does feature in a R404A chilled drinks cabinet on the company’s stand at Chillventa....
AREA updates F-gas guide
October 12, 2016 BELGIUM: European contractors’ body AREA has updated its guide to the F-gas regulations and produced a separate flyer explaining suppliers’ obligations. In the latest version (v3) of its F-gas Guide, AREA has included clarifications provided by a European Commission’s information note for technicians and users, a table on “the next leak check”, information from some impleme...
Global frozen food market to grow 4% by 2019
October 12, 2016 London, UK: The global frozen food market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4% between 2015 and 2019, according to a report by Technavio. “Producers, globally, are innovating in terms of product formulations and packaging to keep the frozen food fresh,” says the report. “Organic and natural frozen food have also gained momentum in the market among cos...
F-Gas advice from Marshall
October 12, 2016 Cambridge, UK: Marshall Thermo King, part of the Marshall Fleet Solutions, has advice on the latest EU changes to F-Gas regulation. The report also includes confirmation of the...
Venstar’s ColorTouch Wi-Fi Thermostat Named Product of the Y
Oct 12, 2016 CHATSWORTH, Calif. - Venstar(R) announced that its ColorTouch(R) touch screen Wi-Fi(R) thermostat was named a 2016 Product of the Year by Business Intelligence Group’s BIG Award for Business awards program. The BIG Awards reward companies, products, and people that are leading their respective industries. “We are proud to acknowledge Venstar’s ColorTouch Wi-Fi thermostat as a 2...
Low carbon heating and cooling - drivers and challenges
Oct 12, 2016 Clients increasingly expect more sustainable buildings, for different reasons such as a desire for low energy costs, staying ahead of legislation, and enhancing a green reputation. In add...
Energy storage - the missing piece?
Oct 12, 2016 What is Energy Storage? The term ‘energy storage’ encompasses a wide range of technologies with diverse capabilities. Available storage options span the two dimensions of power ra...
Carrier’s Co2oltec(R) Refrigeration System Cools one of the
Oct 12, 2016 EBERGASSING, Austria Carrier Commercial Refrigeration Austria now provides sustainable carbon dioxide (CO2) refrigeration technologies for SPAR’s new distribution center in Ebergassing, A...
BFCMA publishes new commercial flue guide
Oct 12, 2016 The British Flue and Chimney Manufacturers Association (BFCMA) has introduced a new Commercial Flue Guide. Designed to provide a clearer understanding of how chimneys and flues should be selected and installed in commercial applications, the BFCMA says the new guide represents an invaluable resource for installers, suppliers, manufacturers and end users. The publication ...
