Solstice Introduces R-1234yf Retrofit for 100 Million R-134a Car Systems
The three-step process uses existing workshop equipment, with components to be distributed through European aftermarket channels.
LG Expands ThinQ UP Software Upgrades to 37 European Countries
Planned ThinQ app updates include coordinated energy controls and a Fireplace Mode for compatible ARTCOOL and DUALCOOL AI models.
Chilling Prospects 2026 highlights cooling access gaps amid rising heat mortality
The assessment urges investment in reliable power, passive design and efficient equipment across 77 heat-exposed countries.
VDKF Survey Shows Stable German Refrigeration Sector in 2026
Order backlogs rose to 13 weeks, while skilled-labor shortages and tighter F-gas quotas pose mounting challenges for contractors.
World Ventilation Day 2026 to focus on overheating and cooling
A London industry event will examine low-energy design, AI-enabled air quality monitoring and the business case for ventilation retrofits.
SNS Insider forecasts smart AC market to reach USD 76 billion by 2035
Energy efficiency requirements, connected controls and rising cooling demand are expected to drive 13.3% annual growth through 2035.
STULZ launches TelAir 4 and WallAir 4 cooling units for 5G and edge
Both series use R454C, integrated free cooling and EN 378-compliant A2L safety systems, with capacities from 6 to 17 kW.
Daikin releases 2026 reports with focus on cooling and refrigerants
The company links energy efficiency, refrigerant circularity and heat pumps to its FUSION30 growth strategy.
MRCOOL launches 15,000 BTU TravelCool heat pump for US RV market
The inverter-driven R-32 system offers ducted or ductless configurations, app-based controls and operation as quiet as 55 dB.
Nessum expands in HVAC and smart grid applications as LSI shipments top six million
Daikin is integrating the IEEE 1901-based technology into D4-NET, while PPC applies it to European grid modernization projects.
New Zealand adopts Fifth Edition G4/AS1 ventilation pathway
Designers, contractors and suppliers must update specifications, design references and quality systems for new consent applications.
Midea partners with NARAP to expand HVAC training in Nigeria
The initiative uses NARAP’s state branch network to deliver instruction on HVAC technologies, installation standards and after-sales service.
Insights on Air Conditioning
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
From Food Security to Energy Efficiency: CIVUFA 2025 Defines Africa’s Refrigeration Priorities
Refrigeration has emerged as a strategic pillar for sustainable development in Africa, influencing food security, public health, energy efficiency, and job creation. This priority was strongly underscored at the first International Conference on the Popularization of Refrigeration in Africa (CIVUFA), held on November 12, 2025, in Ouagadougou. Gathering nearly 300 participants from 23 countries, the
Stephen Gill on World Refrigeration Day and His Industry Journey
By Ilana Koegelenberg Stephen Gill, founder of World Refrigeration Day and newly appointed Head of Industry Insights for HVAC Europe at Haier, discusses how a chance encounter led to a 45-year career and ultimately sparked a global movement to raise awareness of the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump sector. Refrigeration Industry (Ri):