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KARYER Leaves a Strong Impact at MCE 2026
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KARYER Leaves a Strong Impact at MCE 2026

Partner's material KARYER participated in Mostra Convegno 2026, one of the most significant meeting points of the HVAC&R industry, held in Milan, Italy, from March 24-27, 2026. The exhibition showcased the latest innovations and engineering solutions in heating, cooling, ventilation, and air conditioning technologies to industry professionals. Throughout the event, KARYER had the opportunity to

9 Apr 2026
Exclusive Press Tour at Epta’s EuroShop 2026 Booth: Zenith, CO2 Systems and Digital Services
Interview

Exclusive Press Tour at Epta’s EuroShop 2026 Booth: Zenith, CO2 Systems and Digital Services

Right after Epta’s EuroShop 2026 press conference - where the Group presented the “Good never stops” vision and the Hauser deal - Sergei Mukminov, Editor-in-Chief of RefIndustry.com, joined an exclusive booth tour led by Aurélien Tissot, Marketing Senior Director of Epta Group. The tour moved through the key zones of Epta's stand — from the

Sergei Mukminov · 7 Apr 2026
Uğur Beverage Coolers: Powered by Eliwell by Schneider Electric Technology, Ready for Class A Efficiency
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Uğur Beverage Coolers: Powered by Eliwell by Schneider Electric Technology, Ready for Class A Efficiency

Partner's material   When Uğur Cooling Inc. Co. - a global leader in beverage refrigeration - set out to transform the efficiency of its best-selling coolers, the goal was as ambitious as it was strategic: move from Energy Class B to Class A and stay ahead of the rapidly evolving sustainability expectations of the beverage

31 Mar 2026
MCE 2026 Opens in Milan with Focus on Natural Refrigerants, Data Center Cooling, and Heat Pumps
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MCE 2026 Opens in Milan with Focus on Natural Refrigerants, Data Center Cooling, and Heat Pumps

The 44th edition of MCE – Mostra Convegno Expocomfort opened today at Fiera Milano Rho, with over 1,600 exhibiting companies from 48 countries presenting technologies across 12 halls through 27 March. The event is expected to draw more than 120,000 professionals, including official delegations of 320 selected international buyers from 39 countries. This year’s edition

24 Mar 2026
Greenwashing in HVACR: When Sustainability Claims Outrun Technical Reality
Market Research

Greenwashing in HVACR: When Sustainability Claims Outrun Technical Reality

As decarbonization becomes a sales language, the industry needs better proof—not louder slogans. Sustainability is no longer a side note in HVACR. It sits at the center of tenders, boardroom strategy, product launches, and customer messaging. That shift is understandable. Manufacturers face pressure from regulations, ESG expectations, and rising customer scrutiny. Contractors and consultants are

18 Mar 2026
EuroShop 2026 maps retail refrigeration’s shift to CO2 and data
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EuroShop 2026 maps retail refrigeration’s shift to CO2 and data

EuroShop 2026 in Düsseldorf put retail infrastructure back in focus, and refrigeration was one of the clearest technology signals on the show floor. For commercial refrigeration teams, the message was practical: retailers want solutions that reduce climate impact while delivering measurable results in daily operation. CO2 continued to dominate “future-ready” system discussions, while propane and

18 Mar 2026
At EuroShop 2026 Arneg presents new solutions for efficient and sustainable refrigeration
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At EuroShop 2026 Arneg presents new solutions for efficient and sustainable refrigeration

Partner's material  On the occasion of EuroShop 2026, the Arneg Group presented “A World of Values”, a statement of identity even before being an exhibition concept. A clear message: innovation only makes sense when it generates concrete, shared and lasting value. Within the 2,300 m² exhibition space, visited by thousands of industry professionals, Arneg presented

17 Mar 2026
A Stop at the BITZER Booth at EuroShop 2026: New CO2 Units and Retrofit Performance Kits
Interview

A Stop at the BITZER Booth at EuroShop 2026: New CO2 Units and Retrofit Performance Kits

At EuroShop 2026, Sergei Mukminov, Editor-in-Chief of Refindustry.com, spoke with Jörg Wittmann, Key Accounts & Market Sector Supermarket Sales EMEA BITZER, at the BITZER booth about two practical themes for food retail refrigeration: what’s next in CO2 condensing units, and how to improve part-load performance in existing compressor installations after store retrofits such as adding

Sergei Mukminov · 13 Mar 2026
Danfoss Climate Solutions Sets a Growth Course: Kristian Strand on Strategy and Talent
Interview

Danfoss Climate Solutions Sets a Growth Course: Kristian Strand on Strategy and Talent

At EuroShop 2026, Sergei Mukminov, Editor-in-Chief of Refindustry.com, spoke with Kristian Strand, President of Danfoss Climate Solutions. Building on their previous conversation at Chillventa 2024—when Strand led Danfoss Commercial Compressors—the interview explores his first year in the new role, Danfoss’ priorities for the next five years, and how the company integrates acquisitions while keeping customer

Sergei Mukminov · 5 Mar 2026
When regional performance doesn’t add up
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When regional performance doesn’t add up

Partner's material Europe is a continent that spans many different climates, from Athens to Oslo, seasonal temperatures vary significantly. The performance of heat rejection equipment can be impacted by the installed environment, which means that the data used for purchase, design and installation decisions must be accurately adapted to different climate zones. If HVACR professionals

23 Feb 2026
Insights from KARYER at AHR Expo 2026
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Insights from KARYER at AHR Expo 2026

Partner's material KARYER, which participated in AHR Expo 2026 held in Las Vegas between February 2-4 2026 as KR Coils, states that it had the opportunity to observe the direction in which HVAC&R industry is progressing through interactions with professionals from different fields. According to the trend report published by the organizers, the main topics

17 Feb 2026
EuroShop 2026 spotlights CO2 retail refrigeration and store-wide control
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EuroShop 2026 spotlights CO2 retail refrigeration and store-wide control

EuroShop 2026 takes place in Düsseldorf, Germany, on 22–26 February 2026. The show runs on a three-year cycle and brings together retail technology and in-store infrastructure topics that matter to food and non-food operators and their HVACR partners. The exhibitor notes below reflect only what companies have publicly announced so far from the provided materials,

16 Feb 2026