Latest News
HVCA appoints head of sustainability
David Frise has been appointed to the HVCA’s new senior post of head of sustainability.
Asda signals intent to rebrand Netto Stores
Asda has submitted planning applications to convert several Netto stores ahead of approval from the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) on the deal.
Honeywell supermarket refrigerant recieves ASHRAE designation
Honeywell’s new commercial supermarket refrigerant, Genetron Performax LT, has received the official designation of R-407F from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).
Freedom Heat Pumps opens for business
Freedom Heat Pumps has opened what it claims is the only business dedicated to the technology, supplying air source heat pumps from Samsung, LG and Hitachi.
Co-op profits up despite Somerfield integration disruption
Co-operative Group has posted a surge in first half profits but like-for-likes at its food arm fell because of disruption caused by the integration of Somerfield.
Chemical leak at Mitsubishi Electric factory
A chemical leak at Mitsubishi Electric’s air-conditioning equipment factory in Livingston, Scotland saw the attendance of 24 firefighters from Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue including three special operations units, early yesterday morning.
Cold Service expands operation
Refrigeration contractor Cold Service has expanded its operation with the purchase of Shrewsbury based Central Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
EcoCool conference details announced
EcoCool, the conference on energy efficiency in refrigeration and air conditioning systems organised by the European Partnership for Energy and the Environment, is to be held on 16th September in Budapest.
Foster Refrigerator achieves Carbon Trust Standard
Foster Refrigerator has become the first refrigeration manufacturer to be awarded the Carbon Trust Standard.
Refcom forms F-Gas committee to press industry concerns
Refcom has established an F-Gas committee consisting of key industry figures to oversee and monitor the mandatory certification scheme, independent of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
Morrisons and Arctic Circle team up on refrigeration tech centre
The supermarket chain Morrisons has collaborated with Arctic Circle on a new Refrigeration Technology Centre.
New BRA president announced
Marks and Spencer’s Bob Arthur is the new president of the British Refrigeration Association, taking over from Eddie Gitteos of Artic Circle.
Advanced's test kit means end of compressor failure
Advanced Engineering claims its new oil testing kit could mean the end of compressor failure.
Wireless technology taps into building temperature control
Wireless technology to control building temperature by tapping into the heating, ventilating and safety ducts could lead to significant time and cost savings for builders and building managers, according to a study by the North Carolina State University.
Halltherm compressor division moves to Doncaster
J & E Hall’s compressor remanufacturing division Halltherm has moved from Derby to Doncaster, and is now based on the same premises as sister company Coulstock and Place, which specialise in motor rewinds.
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Dean & Wood renew partnership
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Planning approved for Asda store
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Star Refrigeration launches duel purpose heat pump
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Refcom forms F-Gas advisory committee
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Capital Cooling has announces a 25% turnover increase
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Rivacold acquires Italian transport refrigeration manufacturer
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RAC Cooling Awards 2010 short list announced
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Simons selected to build 10 new Tesco stores
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Daikin distributor hits out at Mitsubishi recall
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Contractor fined after AC worker death
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First air-conditioned tube train rolls out
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Further details announced for ATMOsphere 2010
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HFC action group slams new refrigerant
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Aggreko manufacturing facility commences
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WR Refrigeration launches CO2 academy
RAC Yearbook now online
RAC’s comprehensive directory of over 2,000 suppliers to the refrigeration and air conditioning industries is now available online, enabling users to find the supplier or service they want at the touch of a button.
New! HVACR Index
The HVACR Index is an online tool analysing the top contractors and consultants in the building services sector.
COOLING AWARDS
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BLOGS
RHIs 1 - Installer 0
A week ago I received a phone call from an installer. He had been tipped off from an industry big wig that Renewable Heat Incentives (RHI) weren’t happening for at least two years.
Heat pumps are safe!
Last week you may have heard a packaged heat pump system malfunctioned in the West Country. There’s subsequently been much speculation about what happened - some of which are verging on libelous.
