
LG signs North American AI data center chiller supply agreement
The multi-year program will support projects exceeding 5 GW with air-cooled centrifugal chillers featuring refrigerant free-cooling.

Women in HVACR honors industry leaders at 2026 US conference
The three-day event combined mentorship and networking with sessions on AI, career development, workforce retention and business growth.

MagPro launches 1.85 MW AeroLev chiller for AI data centers
Cooling-tower-free architecture, oil-free magnetic bearings and modular design target water-scarce, high-ambient sites.

Danfoss launches ACE edge controllers for refrigeration and HVAC
AK-EC Lite connects up to 15 devices, supports secure remote access and is scheduled for initial deliveries in January 2027.

Eliwell and Schneider Electric to showcase connected cooling at Chillventa
The companies will highlight controls, cloud monitoring, leak detection and energy optimization for refrigeration, HVAC and data centers.

Atlas Copco completes acquisition of Chinese heating and cooling manufacturer
Guangdong Euroklimat joins the Oil-free Air division after reporting 2025 revenue of RMB 1.281 billion and employing about 1,000 people.

Castel launches Kelvin humanoid robotics trial in Italy
The 12-18-month project will assess human-robot collaboration in production and offices while building internal AI and robotics skills.

Panasonic Heating & Cooling launches new European brand identity
The update accompanies investment in European manufacturing, R&D and training, including a €320 million expansion of its Czech heat pump facility.

Mitsubishi Electric Releases Chip-to-Grid AI Data Center Designs
The architecture integrates AC and 800VDC distribution, on-site generation, battery storage and dual-loop cooling for high-density AI loads.

ASHRAE Opens Abstracts for 2027 Annual Conference in New Orleans
Eight technical tracks will cover refrigeration, HVAC&R systems, decarbonization, indoor environmental quality, research and operations.

Carrier Japan launches AquaForce 30XFZ chiller for data centers
The unit combines integrated free cooling with restart in as little as 120 seconds to support efficiency and business continuity.

SANHUA Introduces Cost-Effective CO2 Condensing Unit Package
The integrated package gives OEMs a single source for CO2 components and controls, with cloud connectivity and smartphone monitoring.