
Danfoss reports 18% organic growth in Climate Solutions in H1 2026
Data center demand and heat pump uptake lifted the segment's operational EBITA margin to 18.1%, prompting a higher group outlook.

Centrifugal pump market forecast to reach $58.94 billion by 2030
Electrical pumps are set to dominate as Asia Pacific leads growth, supported by infrastructure investment and demand for efficient systems.

NFRA Names 2026 Golden Penguin Award Winners in US
NFRA recognized 28 Gold and 25 Silver marketing programs spanning in-store, digital, wellness and community engagement.

CSIC Develops Nanomaterial for Passive Cooling Without Electricity
Summer field tests recorded a 12.9°C reduction, with researchers targeting scalable applications in roofs, facades, electronics and vehicles.

AFEC reports 11.4% growth in Spain’s HVAC market in 2025
Heat pump acceptance and stronger residential and industrial ventilation demand shaped the market amid evolving regulations.

Xinran Introduces Magnetic-Bearing Chillers for AI Data Centers
Xinran says its oil-free technology can cut cooling energy use by more than 30%, with sales and service expansion planned in seven markets.

Research and Markets forecasts green data center market growth to $525.8 billion
AI workloads and cloud expansion are accelerating demand for liquid cooling, power management and low-impact data center infrastructure.

ASHRAE Names 2026 Student Competition Winners for HVAC and Energy Designs
Winning projects span HVAC design, net-zero buildings, heat recovery and energy audits, with recognition planned in Chicago.

Carrier Solutions UK launches PartnerPlus installer platform
Installers can earn tiered rewards and access training, service discounts, marketing support and financial incentives through a single sign-on.

LG opens smart refrigerator factory in Brazil
The USD 310 million plant can produce about 600,000 units annually and is planned to become a Latin American export hub.

MSA Safety highlights refrigerant leak detection for HVAC-R
The multi-zone monitor and connected platform support early leak alerts, compliance reporting and energy analytics.

Hoshizaki America appoints rep group for three US states
FH&W will represent the Steelheart and Valiance lines, working with foodservice dealers, consultants, operators and industry partners.