Hitachi to Launch AIXROSS Air-Cooled Chillers for Data Centers in April 2027
Hybrid refrigerant pump configurations target lower energy and water use, while modular controls support resilient, expandable cooling.
CANNON Bono Introduces High-Temperature Industrial Heat Pumps
The range recovers process waste heat for hot water and steam, with capacities from 300 kW to 4 MW and COPs from 2 to over 6.
Study Reviews Water (R-718) Performance in High-Temperature Heat Pumps
Researchers report COPs of 1.3 to 6.10 at 130 to 250°C, while highlighting compressor and system design challenges.
Study finds R1270 can cut freezer energy use with compressor matching
Pairing R1270 with a lower-displacement fixed-speed compressor reduced 24-hour energy consumption by 3.6% versus R290.
AHRI Highlights Certification Benefits for HVACR Engineers in Latin America
Panelists urged certified equipment specifications, lifecycle cost analysis and post-project verification for mission-critical applications.
Cool Training Brings Natural Refrigerant Training to Eight Countries
Hands-on sessions and a Nordfrost plant visit built skills in safe, efficient natural refrigerant handling and system operation.
CIBSE MENA Launches Oman Subcommittee to Expand Engineering Network
Led by Ragu Mathukumar, the group will offer technical events, networking and professional development for Oman's building services sector.
UNIDO Promotes Industry Partnerships and Technical Skills at WorldSkills 2026
UNIDO's PPDP model links industry, governments and training providers, while new data maps 177 TVET initiatives across Africa.
UN Women and SEforALL expand women-in-STEM mentorship
The circular mentorship model pairs career guidance with feedback to employers on barriers, skills gaps and workplace support.
German HVACR Associations Call for Exemptions from Proposed PFAS Restrictions
Industry groups seek risk-based rules, transition periods and carve-outs where refrigerant alternatives are unsafe or unavailable.
AHR Expo Names 10 Category Winners of 2027 Innovation Awards
Winning technologies span chip cooling, heat pumps, water conservation, ductwork, automation, software, tools and plumbing.
Innovative Refrigeration Systems Acquires US Blast-Freezing Specialist QuickFreeze
QuickFreeze will retain its brand and management as the deal expands Innovative’s technology portfolio and manufacturing capabilities.