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Hapman, a pioneer in the design and manufacture of custom bulk material handling equipment, is proud to announce its new test lab designed to help processors more accurately evaluate how materials will perform in conveying applications. The expanded facility allows customers to validate equipment selection, refine system design and reduce project risk before equipment is installed. Conveyors and integrated system tests The facility now accommodates bulk bag unloading and filling, higher-throu...
Bosch Home Comfort Group will make its landmark debut at AHR Expo 2026. The recent milestone of incorporating the YORK® and Hitachi brands in its portfolio sparks a new era for the company fueled by the strength of these iconic brands. From Feb. 2–4 in Las Vegas, attendees will be the first to experience the Bosch Comfort Revolution through an immersive booth experience that demonstrates how the expanded portfolio creates a single, powerful ecosystem that redefines comfort for contrac...
As the latest in the DST series of durable, compact pressure sensors from Danfoss Sensing Solutions, the DST P070 offers a range of features ideally suited for heat pump installations. "Heat pumps play a central role in our transition away from fossil fuel-driven HVAC systems. For example, the REPowerEU targets require that the amount of newly installed heat pumps double every four years, meaning they will need 60 million more heat pumps installed by 2030." "Yet, HVAC system builders often str...
These two Hitachi air conditioning design concepts won the Red Dot Design Concept Awards 2025, including “Best of the Best” award for “airCloset” and Desgin Concept Award for “airHive”. Rather than leaving HVAC idle between cycles, these award-winning concepts weave air conditioning into furniture and architectural features, keeping spaces functional and comfortable all year. integrating vertical vents Closets are large and tall, and they are usually fixed...
Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces a new partnership with PPATEC, the technical education provider for the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association. The first results of the partnership will be a pair of hands-on courses, led by seasoned BDR coaches at PPATEC’s Grantville, Pennsylvania, training facility. The first of these courses, Managing & Growing Service Profitably, will be tau...
SmartAC, the premier B2B SaaS platform providing smart monitoring, analytics, and an end-to-end customer engagement for HVAC service providers to accelerate sustainable, long-term growth, has announced a strategic partnership with Simmons One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning™, a family-owned HVAC pioneer serving Fayetteville, Laurinburg, Pinehurst, and eight additional North Carolina markets. Through its partnership with SmartAC, Simmons One Hour continues to achieve over a 50% club me...
Panasonic, a foremost provider of ventilation and sustainable home comfort solutions, today announces its new Whisper Symphony™ exhaust fan, now available for purchase in stores and online at The Home Depot and Do it Best. Designed for modern homeowners and DIYers, this innovative fan enhances daily bathroom routines by combining Panasonic’s superior ventilation, energy-efficiency, and immersive audio into a single, easy-to-install solution. Features The Whisper Symphony&trad...
Construction has started on what will be the UK’s third Community Heat Hub – a low-carbon heat solution that provides heat and hot water to residential communities via a heat network developed and designed especially for low-rise, low-density sites. Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire contracted the solution from GTC for its Swinnow Park development in Wetherby – a first in the region for the housebuilder. Low-carbon heat and hot water This is the second Community Heat Hub...
Quilt, the smartest way to heat and cool the home, now announced the closing of a $20 million Series B fundraising round, bringing its total funding to $64 million. The round was co-led by Galvanize and Energy Impact Partners (EIP), with participation from Gradient Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, Incite Ventures, and Alumni Ventures. As demand for Quilt’s heat pump systems continues to grow, this investment will accelerate the company’s commercial expansion across the United States,...
Carrier Solutions UK partnered with SpeedyFit to deliver a premium Toshiba air conditioning installation at Tingdene Caldecott Hall Country Park in Great Yarmouth, providing a high-end climate control solution tailored to the luxury park environment. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The project, led by Simon Baker, Regional Sales Manager (West Midlands) Resident...
Hitachi Cooling & Heating brand is proud to announce the launch of its new generation of wall-mounted air-conditioning systems, airHome 800 HeatForce. Designed for modern residential living and available in both single- and multi-split configurations, the upgraded range combines contemporary styling with exceptional efficiency and advanced air-quality technologies. High efficiency, even at extreme cold Operating with low-GWP R32 refrigerant and available in capacities from 2.5 to 5kW, air...
Synchrony, a pioneering consumer financing company, and Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS), a pioneering provider of residential and commercial heating and cooling solutions in the United States, now announced the renewal of their strategic residential consumer financing business relationship. Effective October 1, 2025, this multi-year agreement builds upon a decade-long collaboration. Synchrony’s dedication “As we mark a decade of successful collaboration with METUS, o...
Gree, one of the world’s pioneering HVAC industry players and the largest manufacturer of air conditioning units globally, participated at a pioneering event for the construction industry in the Middle East - ‘The Big 5’ at the Dubai World Trade Center from the 24th to the 27th of November. Showcasing its latest innovations and comprehensive product portfolio, Gree reaffirmed its commitment to advancing energy-efficient, smart and durable solutions for diverse climatic condit...
Ideal Heating is kicking off the festive season with its first ever Christmas jumper fundraiser. The one-of-a-kind, limited-edition knit is available to pre order now exclusively through Ideal’s Connect platform, with 80% of every sale going to Shelter UK, the housing and homelessness charity. Installers should move fast, with around 200 jumpers being released. Pre orders are live now – giving installers time to wear them on site, during winter call outs or on their Christmas night...
Only around 5% of the Government's annual air source heat pump installation target is being met in England and Wales under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), according to new data analyzed by Hewer Facilities Management. The Government is targeting 600,000 heat pump installations annually by 2028. However, a review of publicly available MCS data by Hewer, a major heating, plumbing and building services provider, shows that on average only 36,167 units have been installed per year in the three yea...
Carrier Solutions UK has welcomed the UK Government’s decision to extend the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) to include air-to-air heat pumps, recognizing the policy update as a major catalyst for a residential air-conditioning market in the UK. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. For the first time, households will be able to access grant support for air-to-air heat pum...
Global HVAC technology pioneer LG Electronics is supporting the modernization of America’s aging homes, leveraging its comprehensive suite of unitary (ducted) residential HVAC solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of the housing market. The company’s offerings – from proven electric inverter heat pump solutions and vertical air handling units to all-new gas furnaces – helps address the need for energy-efficient and connected living spaces, providing a bridge betw...
Jobber, the globally renowned provider of home service software, released its latest Home Service Economic Report: Q3 2025. The edition combines Jobber’s proprietary platform data aggregated from more than 300,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and more, with external economic indicators to provide comprehensive insight into the trends shaping one of the fastest-growing and most essential parts of the small business economy, Home Service. Ste...
tekmar, a Watts brand, has announced the launch of the new Smart Heat Pump Control System, designed to streamline the installation and operation of hydronic heat pump systems. This innovative controller offers flexibility and efficiency for residential and light commercial applications. Smart Heat Pump Control System The Smart Heat Pump Control System operates up to four heat pumps in either 2-pipe or 4-pipe configurations, with the ability to expand control to 16 heat pumps through optional...
Harts Plumbers, Electricians & HVAC Technicians, a top-rated home services provider serving the greater Seattle and Tacoma areas, continued its commitment to giving back in 2025 by donating more than $18,000 through multiple local projects and partnerships. This year, Harts donated $5,000 to the Wounded Warrior Project and $13,250 to Seattle Children’s Hospital, furthering the company’s mission to make a positive impact in the communities it serves. “Giving back is a huge...
Indoor air quality and ventilation specialist Nuaire is proud to have sponsored the Ventil8 Day Exchange, which took place on Thursday 6th November at The Building Centre, London. Organized by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), the Ventil8 Day Exchange is part of the World Ventil8 Day initiative, bringing together professionals from across the built environment to share insights, innovations, and practical solutions for improving indoor air quality (IAQ). This year&rsqu...
Aira introduces the new Aira Power range, completing the fully integrated Aira Home Energy System, designed to slash energy bills, decarbonize homes and accelerate Europe’s transition to affordable, secure and clean energy. Building on the success of its market-pioneering Aira Heat Pump, Swedish clean energy tech company, Aira, reaches a new milestone with the launch of two new products – the Aira Power Hub (inverter) and Aira Power Store (battery). Connected in one system, the...
Rocket Group, a pioneering home services network and consulting company, announces the acquisition of Veterans AC PHX, a veteran-owned HVAC company based in Phoenix, Arizona. This is the third Arizona acquisition following successful entries into Camp Verde and Tucson, creating service coverage across Arizona's most populated areas. The acquisition aligns with Rocket Group's mission to empower home service businesses through proven strategies, cutting-edge technology, and real-world experience....
Surface Igniter, LLC, a global innovator in hot surface ignition technologies, is proud to highlight the DS022KX Flat Igniter, a trusted component designed to deliver dependable ignition performance for a wide variety of appliances. As a reliable replacement for Electrolux part 5303935066 and multiple other OEM part numbers, this igniter stands out in the appliance, OEM, facilities, food service, and maintenance repair markets. Engineered with a flat blade style, the DS022KX Flat Ign...
BSRIA, a world-renowned authority on the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) markets, has released its latest analysis on global air conditioning (AC) trends, reporting growth driven by climate extremes, changing construction cycles, and rapid technological advancement. At a global level, sales are forecast to continue an upward trend, and 2025 is expected to close showing an overall increase of 3.7% in growth compared to the previous year. However, while demand for cooling has gr...
As heating season begins, installers are being advised to check they are commissioning new heating circulation pumps correctly to avoid undermining energy efficiency. The warning comes from Wilo, the efficiency-first pump manufacturer. With colder months approaching, installers once again will face more callouts to replace broken heating circulation pumps for homeowners and landlords. However, even if modern alternatives are being fitted, installers are still being urged to check they are...
Danfoss will exhibit its broad portfolio of technologies that increase data center uptime and reliability at SuperComputing 2025, November 18-20, in St. Louis, Missouri. At booth 2237, Danfoss will showcase its high-performance HVAC components, fluid conveyance products for liquid cooling systems, variable frequency drives, and other power distribution solutions under the theme, “You run the data. We keep it cool.” Energy-efficient, reliable, and sustainable operations D...
Despite 80% of UK homeowners saying they care about climate change, heat pump adoption in UK homes remains critically low, with only 6% making the switch. According to Mitsubishi Electric’s latest report, Heat Pumps: Accelerating the Switch, one of the biggest barriers isn't technology or awareness, but the cost of electricity. Average household electricity bill For many UK households, switching to a heat pump isn’t a question of willingness, but the affordability of electri...
Bosch Home Comfort, a major source of high-quality heating, cooling and hot water systems, has unveiled a new electric replacement to gas furnaces in the Bosch 115V Modular Blower – which can be paired with a Bosch Cased Coil and Inverter Ducted Split (IDS) outdoor unit to provide a 115V electric heat pump solution. While many heat pump-compatible air handlers require 240V breakers, the Bosch 115V Modular Blower can utilize the 115V/120V breaker sizes most frequently paired with furnaces...
Malco Tools, one of the nation’s major solution developers and manufacturers of various high-quality tools for the HVAC trade, announced the winners of its New Product Ideas Contest, which aimed to solicit ideas for new products from trade pros in the field. First place in the New Product Ideas Contest was awarded to Aurelio “Cheekz” Godina from Nebraska, who submitted an idea for a new duct notcher. “Malco’s tools have been a part of every stage of my career...
