Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
March 2011

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Asda - Energy Efficiency, Trial Not Error

Asda’s refrigeration manager Brian Churchyard’s stance on refrigerants has caused controversy. Andrew Gaved finds out what drives the man and his policies
Do RHIs mean good news?

Is there any good news from the RHI announcement for the RAC and heat pump industry?
RHIs set to bring long-term gains

Krystyna Dawson, Senior Manager Heating Projects and Tom Garrigan, Senior Test Engineer, at BSRIA assess the recent RHI announcement
RHIs set to bring long-term gains

Krystyna Dawson, Senior Manager Heating Projects and Tom Garrigan, Senior Test Engineer, at BSRIA assess the recent RHI announcement
Wolseley UK achieves Carbon Trust Standard

Wolseley UK has achieved the coveted Carbon Trust Standard for cutting the carbon footprint of all of its UK operations including all subsidiaries.
WR Refrigeration becomes distributor of Arneg refrigerated cabinets

WR Refrigeration has become an approved distributor of Arneg, the top Italian manufacturer of refrigerated cases.
Advisors appointed for sale of Iceland Foods

The Landsbanki resolution committee has hired UBS, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch to advise on the possible sale of Iceland Foods.
A-Gas announces major expansion plans

A-Gas International is set to launch an expansion in the UK, and internationally, after securing investment from leading mid-market private equity firm LDC, in a deal worth £70 million.
Air source heat pump innovation - a case study

An innovative air source heat pump solution was required to reduce building carbon emissions, says Jodi Willis of energy and sustainability company MTT
Air source heat pump innovation - a case study

An innovative air source heat pump solution was required to reduce building carbon emissions, says Jodi Willis of energy and sustainability company MTT
Air source heat pumps - alternative schemes

Post RHI announcement Tom Garrigan of BSRIA looks at the schemes available for air-source heat pump schemes and how they can benefit system specifiers.
Air source heat pumps - alternative schemes

Post RHI announcement Tom Garrigan of BSRIA looks at the schemes available for air-source heat pump schemes and how they can benefit system specifiers.
Air Source Heat Pumps dropped from Renewable Heat Incentive

Air Source Heat Pumps have been dropped from the Renewable Heat Incentive, for the first year at least.
Airedale International Air Conditioning invests in £500k training centre

Leeds-based Airedale International Air Conditioning is making a major investment in a £500,000 state of the art training centre designed to equip a new generation of engineers with the skills and expertise to install and service increasingly high tech air conditioning and control systems.
Aldi, Lidl and Waitrose fastest growing retailers

Hard discounters Aldi and Lidl and upscale grocer Waitrose were the fastest growing food retailers in the last three months.
Anonymous Fridge Guy - Why should we be liable?

After the furore of CO2 locking fittings bursting the retailer in question is now starting to go through the motions of replacing the fittings in question in all the stores.
Artificial cloud could help Qatar World Cup cooling

Scientists at Qatar University claim to have developed artificial clouds to provide shade for stadia and training grounds at the 2022 World Cup.
Asda and green lobyists fall out over refrigerant choice

Supermarket giant Asda has accused green lobby group the Environmental Investigation Agency of having a ‘one-dimensional view of the future of refrigeration’ following a war of words over the EIA’s new Chilling Facts report.
Asda invests a further £27m to bolster fresh food

Asda is to invest a further £27m in quality improvements across its fresh food business, which will include “market-leading quality specifications.
Asda opens converted Netto stores

Asda opened its first two converted Netto stores on Tuesday in Wakefield and Worksop.
Asda set for massive expansion as OFT approves Netto purchase

Supermarket giant Asda will open 168 stores in 2011 after its acquisition of 194 Netto stores was cleared by the Office of Fair Trading.
Beijer and Carrier sign deal to distribute Toshiba in 11 European countries outside of UK

Distribution giant G & L Beijer has signed a letter of intent with Carrier Corporation to distribute Toshiba residential and light commercial HVAC products in 11 European countries, including France and Germany.
Big firms target low-carbon start-ups

The world of energy efficiency and micro-renewables has something of the 1990s dotcom fever about it.
Blowing hot and cold about the government’s renewables plans

So the government has finally decided what it is going to do to with the Renewable Heat Incentive. True to form when it comes to green legislation, the final decision appears to be short on logic
BUDGET 2011: Britain to become 'world leader' in green energy

Chancellor George Osborne has said he wants Britain to become a world leader in advanced manufacturing and green energy.
BUDGET 2011: Cost of procurement to be slashed by 20pc

The Government has promised the construction industry it will remove as much as 20 per cent of the cost of public procurement.
BUDGET 2011: Government to publish quarterly forward construction project programme

The government has said it will “help contractors” by publishing a quarterly list of all construction projects where public funding has been agreed.
BUDGET 2011: Green Investment Bank borrowing powers delayed

Chancellor George Osborne has confirmed that £3 billion will be provided towards a Green Investment Bank but that the bank will not be able to borrow until 2015/16.
Business Edge signs Italian F-Gas training agreement

Training providers Business Edge Ltd and Centro Studi Galileo (Italy) have signed an agreement providing F-Gas certification to Italian technicians.
Buyer sought for Blighline after administration

A buyer is being sought for British display case manufacturer, Blighline, after appointing administrators on March 23.
Capital Cooling announce distribution partnership

Capital Cooling have announced the formulation of a partnership with Pastorfrigor and Pastorkalt for the distribution of their products in the UK.
Carrier to offer full energy and management services

Carrier Corporation is setting out on a radical strategy that will offer retail and commercial clients full energy management services.
Carrier unveils ‘building solutions’ operation

Carrier Corporation has unveiled its high-end consultancy and equipment service for building owners,
China refrigeration and A/C exhibition details announced

RAV China, the 2011 Guangzhou International Refrigeration, Air-condition, Ventilation & Air-improving Fair, is to be held August 11-13.
CIBSE supports wider roll out of DECs

CIBSE has come out in support of the UK Green Building Council call for the wider roll out of display energy certificates contained in its report ‘Carbon Reductions in Existing Non-Domestic Buildings’.
City launches local procurement charter for developers

The City of London Corporation has launched a local procurement charter calling on developers and contractors to source 10 per cent of goods and services locally.
Cold Service Group launches distribution division

Cold Service Group has launched has launched a new business division aimed at providing refrigeration contractors and food retailers with a full range of display cabinets, counters and equipment from Pastorfrigor and Pastorkalt.
Construction confidence plummets

Confidence has fallen sharply in the construction industry, according to a report by Grant Thornton UK and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Controversial refrigeration report sees Waitrose retain top spot

Waitrose has retained top place in the third edition of The Environmental Investigation Agency’s controversial supermarket survey, Chilling Facts.
Controversial supermarket survey now online

The Environmental Investigation Agency’s controversial supermarket survey, ‘Chilling Fact’s is now online to view
Cooling Industry Awards 2011 - Entry tips and advice

As RAC launches the 2011 Awards, Andrew Gaved gives some pointers on giving your entries the best chance to shine
Co-op first to benefit from DCI's CO2 plant technology

DCI Refrigeration and Electrical is targeting convenience stores with its newly launched CO2 technology plant, with the Co-op first in line to come onboard.
Co-op's food business profits's surge in 2010

The Co-operative Group’s food business operating profits soared 33.3 per cent in 2010
Cost savings and government incentives driving building energy reduction

More than 800 leaders in six countries agree that improving energy efficiency in buildings is top strategy for reducing carbon footprint
CV Show 2011: Ford debuts Super Sport Van

The Commercial Vehicle Show saw Ford take the wraps off the next evolution of its iconic SportVan – the Transit SuperSportVan.
CV Show 2011: Mercedes launch electric Vito

Mercedes took the inevitable plunge into the electric vehicle arena at the CV Show with the launch of its Vito E-Cell.
Daikin air-cooled inverter chiller offers claimed highest efficiency

Daikin Europe N.V. has introduced its EWAD~CZ air-cooled inverter chiller range, claimed to have the highest ESEER in the market – up to 6 (with optional fan speed regulation).
DCI Refrigeration opens South's first CO2 training facility

DCI Refrigeration and Electrical has opened the South’s only test plant and training facility for the greener refrigerant CO2.
Do RHIs mean good news?

RAC asks industry experts “Is there any good news from the RHI announcement for the RAC and heat pump industry?”
ECA urges rethink of feed-in-tariff cuts

Electrical contractors have called on the government to reconsider the level of its proposed reduction in feed-in-tariffs.
EDF Energy and Daikin announce partnership

EDF Energy has signed a partnership agreement with Daikin to supply the Altherma range of air source heat pumps to its domestic customers across Great Britain.
EIA responds to criticism of Chilling Facts report

Fionnuala Walravens of the Environmental Investigation Agency responds to industry criticism over its Chilling Facts report
Emerson approves UV leak detection dye

Emerson has approved Spectroline UV leak detection dye for use in its Copeland compressors – the endorsement is claimed to give the dye the only OEM certification.
EPEE calls for ‘phase-down’ not ‘phase-out’ for forthcoming F-Gas review

An HFC phase-down, rather than phase out, would be a better outcome for the forthcoming F-Gas review,
European Heat Pump Forum date announced

The 4th European Heat Pump Forum (EHPA) is set to be held on 1st June in Paddington, London.
F-Gas Deadline here - Refcom suspends 2384 companies

Refcom, the F-Gas registration body, has today suspended 2384 active interim companies, with a total of 5844 engineers, after the arrival of the F-Gas deadline.
F-Gas Directive may cause 'EU environmental catastrophe' says AREA

The EU faces a potential environmental catastrophe if it does not tighten up its own F-Gas Directive, according to the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration European Association (AREA).
F-Gas regulators in action

The regulators for the F-Gas and ODS laws have been working directly with the rac supply chain to ensure that firms understand and comply with the rules.
F-Gas regulators promise to ramp up activity

Regulators have promised to ramp up compliance activity around the F-Gas and ODS Regulations in 2011-2012
FMB survey reveals members Green Deal doubts

More than 40 per cent of Federation of Master Builders members believe homeowners are unlikely to take advantage of the Green Deal.
Food inflation drops as grocers ramp up promotions

Food inflation dropped in March as grocers ramped up promotions, according to figures from the British Retail Consortium.
Getting our heads around all these environmental demands

Keeping on top of this environmental business is pretty hard work isn’t it?
Government publishes draft grocery adjudicator bill

The Government has published its draft Groceries Adjudicator Bill which aims to referee between grocers and suppliers.
Government will learn from 'inefficient' feed-in tariff for heat incentives

Climate change minister Greg Barker has insisted the government must learn its lesson from the “inefficient” feed-in tariff scheme.
Green light for HFO1234yf from US environment authority

The US Environmental Protection Agency has given official final approval to HFO1234yf for use in new cars and light trucks, marking another step in the commercial development of the refrigerant.
Grocer Haldanes begins legal proceedings against Co-op

Independent grocery retailer Haldanes has begun legal proceedings of its own against the Co-operative Group after the Co-op started an action to recover unpaid rent.
Grocery sales growth slows in last month

Grocery sales growth has slowed sharply in the past month according to the latest market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel.
Harp International and Mexichem UK sign new refrigerant agreement

Harp International has announced a new five year exclusive partnership agreement in the UK and Ireland with global fluorochemical manufacturer Mexichem.
Heat Pump Institute gives cautious welcome to RHI but still has 'serious concerns'

The Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Institute said it was pleased that the government has revealed air source heat pumps are ‘definitely included’ in the second phase of the Renewable Heat Incentive.
Heat pump suppliers react to RHI news

Air source heat pump suppliers have expressed disappointment at the news that there will be no Renewable Heat Incentive payment till at least October 2012
High hopes for Retail Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct for Retail Refrigeration has now been put out for consultation,
HRP annouces Mitsubishi training courses across UK

Refrigeration and air conditioning wholesale supplier HRP has announced it’s bringing its latest Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) installation and service training course to a number of locations across the UK.HRP is offering a free ‘hands-on’ practical MHI RAC/PAC workshop for air conditioning engineers with leading industry instructors through its high-tech mobile MHI training rig. HRP will be taking the training rig around a number of its UK trade centre’s, providing customers with
HVCA appoints new chief executive designate

The HVCA has appointed Blane Judd to the position of chief executive designate.
HVCA calls for wider use of DECs

HVCA is backing the call for wider use of display energy certificates (DECs), but warns that the scheme is bound to fail unless enforcement is also stepped up.
IMC acquires controls company Silvertree Engineering Ltd

The IMC Group Ltd has announced the acquisition of Silvertree Engineering Ltd, making it the fourth subsidiary in the group’s stable of instrumentation, measurement and control companies.
Ingersoll Puts Hussmann up for sale - reports

Ingersoll-Rand has put its Hussmann refrigerated display division up for sale according to news agency reports
Interview: Asda's Brian Churchyard explains refrigerant strategy

Asda’s refrigeration manager Brian Churchyard’s stance on refrigerants has caused controversy. Andrew Gaved finds out what drives the man and his policies
Johnson controls launches next generation cooling products

Johnson Controls has introduced a several new products, aimed at increasing building cooling energy efficiency.
Joint ACRIB / SKILLcard for refrigerant handling launched

Engineering Services SKILLcard and the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board (ACRIB) have launched a joint ACRIB/SKILLcard scheme.
Key refrigerant chemical to be made in China

Dow Chemical Co. said it has agreed on a deal with Befar Group Co. Ltd. to make a key refrigerant chemical in China, according to Canadian Business.com
Lack of skills threatens recovery hopes

A skills crisis is jeopardising recovery in the construction industry, according to the results of a survey carried out by the Chartered Institute of Building and shared exclusively with CN.
Last chance to contribute to Retail Code of Conduct

The consultation period for the Code of Conduct for Carbon Reduction in the Retail Refrigeration Sector closes on Tuesday 31st May.
Locking caps fitted to stop refrigerant inhalation

Locking caps are being fitted on home air conditioning systems to deter young people from inhaling the refrigerant through the service valve.
Lorne Stewart turnover drops by £10m

Building services contractor Lorne Stewart said it has managed to maintain its profit levels in 2010 despite turnover falling by £10 million to £173m.
Luton college uses ground-source heat pumps

The newly constructed Luton Sixth Form College is using Dimplex ground source heat pumps in a large-scale 1.5MW installation.
M & S announces return to France

Marks & Spencer today announces that it will return to France, which will see the opening of a number of Marks & Spencer Simply Food stores at strategic locations in and around Paris.
M&S open 'greenest ever store'

Marks & Spencer Chief Executive Marc Bolland has opened the retailer’s claimed greenest ever store at Ecclesall Road in Sheffield.
Microsoft to slash data cooling energy use

Microsoft is planning to slash the amount spent on the cooling of servers at its datacentres across the world, aiming to drastically increase efficiency over the next two years.
Miliband speaks out over supermarket growth

Labour leader Ed Miliband has spoken out against the growth of supermarkets warning it is changing the face of the country.
Mitsubishi Electric launch renewables training centre

Mitsubishi Electric has launched a Renewable Training Centre at its headquarters in Hatfield, which it claims will double training course availability.
More sub-contractors working at reduced capacity

Less than half of specialist contractors are operating at more than 75 per cent capacity, according to a new specialist contractors survey.
Morrisons extends opening hours

Morrisons has extended its opening hours at the majority of its 440 stores as it seeks to increase sales and productivity.
Morrisons like-for-like sales up

Morrisons like for like sales rose by 2.5 per cent in its first quarter to 1 May, excluding fuel and VAT.
Morrisons picks upmarket towns for convenience project

Morrisons is to target well-heeled customers with its new convenience store format, with the first to open in the affluent Yorkshire town of Ilkley.
Morrisons prepares bid for Iceland

Morrisons is preparing a £1.5bn bid for frozen food retailer Iceland
Morrisons to open 'next-generation' superstore in October

Willmott Dixon claims it’s to create a new Morrisions superstore with several energy reduction firsts
New Refrigerants Question Time

Refrigerant choice proves a hot topic for London event
No RHI for air source heat pumps, it's all your fault!

Today further information about the RHI grant was released on the DECC web site (see News). As expected it is a weighty document full of information. From the point of air source heat pumps a subsidy towards the installation cost is available at £850 a system. The much anticipated rebate towards run cost has been put on hold until October 2012.Why, you may ask, has this been done?The answer is simple, DECC do not think that air source heat pumps are a proven technology
Ocado 'encouraged by business progress'

Online grocer Ocado said it is “encouraged by the progress of the business so far this year” as it revealed that EBITDA is expected to grow 12 per cent in its first half
One person dies and three injured after Freon escape

One person died and three were injured by an apparent escape of Freon gas from cooling units being removed from a building in Charlestown, USA.
ONS revises construction output fall to 4pc

Construction output dropped by 4 per cent in the first quarter of 2011 rather than the 4.7 per cent suggested little more than a fortnight ago, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Panasonic set to become ‘top three player’

Panasonic has announced its intention to increase its European market share, backed by a major 10 million euro marketing campaign.
Qatar turns to World Cup A/C solutions for athletics championships

Qatar is hoping the air-conditioning solutions proposed for the successful 2022 World Cup bid will also help secure the 2017 world athletics championships bid
R22 smuggling operation prosecution

A Miami man has pleaded guilty to illegal refrigerant smuggling operation
RAC Cooling Industry Awards 2011 - deadline extended to June 10th

The deadline for entries into the RAC Cooling Industry Awards 2011 has now been extended until 10th June 2011
RAC Energy Efficiency Roundtable - Part 2

In Part 2 of RAC’s Energy Efficiency roundtable, the attendees focus on efficiency design and standards
RAC Engineer - Spring 2011

RAC Engineer is the only magazine in the industry that is aimed directly at refrigeration and air conditioning engineers.
RAC Engineer - Summer 2011 - Free to Download!

RAC Engineer is the only magazine in the industry that is aimed directly at refrigeration and air conditioning engineers.
RAC Engineer - Summer 2011 is now free online! - Simply register to view

RAC Engineer, the only magazine in the industry that is aimed directly at refrigeration and air conditioning engineers, is now free online!
RAC/Mexichem Energy Efficiency Roundtable - Part 1

Our latest Round Table debate considered Energy Efficiency, an issue guaranteed to provoke strong opinions – and our delegates from across the industry proved up to the task
RAC/Mexichem Energy Efficiency Roundtable - Part 2

In Part 2 of RAC’s Energy Efficiency roundtable, the attendees focus on efficiency design and standards
RAC/Mexichem Energy Efficiency Roundtable - Part 3

In Part 3 of RAC’s Energy Efficiency roundtable, the attendees focus on the future of energy efficiency and how to get it made a priority
RAC/Mexichem Energy Efficiency Roundtable - Part 3

In Part 3 of RAC’s Energy Efficiency roundtable, the attendees focus on the future of energy efficiency and how to get it made a priority
RAC/Star Refrigeration Roundtable - Heat Recovery - Part 1

Heat recovery represents huge potential for the coolling industry.In Part 1 of the RAC Heat Recovery Roundtable the attendees discuss the current state of the technology - simply register to view
RACplus.com is now available on your mobile

RACplus.com is now available on your mobile, simply go to M.RACPLUS.COM on your mobile to register for the latest industry news and views
RAC's Anonymous Fridge Guy speaks out on commisioning

RAC’s undercover refrigeration engineer speaks out against commisioning practice in his ‘Anonymous Fridge Guy’ Blog
RAC's Retail newsletter - sign up today!

RACplus.com has launched the industry’s very first retail e-newsletter, to compliment its weekly industry newsletter.
RDM hosts first international conference

UK energy and building controls specialist RDM has held its first international distributor conference at its headquarters in Glasgow.
Refcom launches new website for F-Gas

F-Gas certification body, Refcom, has launched a new-look website this month to make it easier for companies to obtain the mandatory Full Certification.
Refcom recieves F-Gas recognition from EPEE

F-Gas companies register Refcom has received European recognition for its F-gas expertise from the European Partnership for Energy and the Environment (EPEE)
Refrigerant prices set to rise as summer heats up

The shortages of refrigerant experienced in the spring look set to worsen as the summer progresses, according to experts in the sector.
Refrigerants debate heats up as Asda slashes leak rate

Asda’s refrigeration boss has stoked up the debate over refrigerant choice after successfully bringing new store leak rate beneath 3 per cent
Retail Code of Conduct invites consultation

Retail Code of Conduct is open for consultation - guide/details and consultation documents attached
Retail Code of Conduct revealed

The Carbon Trust, in collaboration with the BRA and IOR, is putting the final touches to the voluntary Code of Conduct for Retail. The Trust’s Keith Horgan provides a preview of the groundbreaking document
Retail Code of Conduct revealed

The Carbon Trust, in collaboration with the BRA and IOR, is putting the final touches to the voluntary Code of Conduct for Retail. The Trust’s Keith Horgan provides a preview of the groundbreaking document
RHI falls short of real incentive for RAC firms

The long-awaited Renewable Heat Incentive scheme offered good news for the environment, but mostly bad for rac firms reports Andrew Gaved
RHI provides spur for absorption and adsorption chillers

One part of the cooling industry will benefit from the RHI, as the government has ruled cooling from absorption and adsorption chillers as eligible for payments.
RLtec announces Sainsbury's deal

RLtec has signed a lucrative 10-year commercial deal with Sainsbury’s that will result in green smart grid technology being installed in more then 200 of the retail giant’s stores.
Sainsbury’s fourth quarter like-for-like sales grew 1 per cent

The grocer’s chief executive Justin King said the like-for-like performance meant Sainsbury’s had outperformed the market, but he remained cautious on the outlook.
Sainsbury’s King warns slump in consumer confidence will persist

Sainsbury’s chief executive Justin King has signalled that consumer sentiment has collapsed since the beginning of the year and shows no signs of improvement
Sainsbury's eyes Iceland stores

Sainsbury’s is to take a look at frozen food chain Iceland as it seeks to accelerate growth of its convenience format.
Sainsbury's launches Carbon Academy

Sainsbury’s has launched a Carbon Academy, which will provide environmental training to 20,000 people by 2020.
Sainsbury's profit's up 9 per cent

Sainsbury’s has reported underlying pre-tax profit up 9 per cent to £665m in its full year, saying it “outperformed the market in a challenging environment”.
Shoppers complain over Waitrose's new website

Waitrose has suffered a blow after customers complained of problems on its new £10m website, which was launched with much fanfare two weeks ago.
Shopping centre development at lowest level for 16 years

Shopping centre space increased at the slowest rate for 16 years and development is set to remain subdued over the next few years.
Space Air-conditioning announces strategic plans

Independent Daikin distributor Space Air-conditioning plc has recruited several new staff members as part of a strategic realignment of departmental responsibilities.
Star installs cooling plant at Arla foods

Star Refrigeration has installed a high efficiency multi-temperature cooling plant at Arla Foods in West Yorkshire.
Star Refrigeration and Camil Farr success at H & V News Awards

Star Refrigeration has won the Industrial/Commercial Heating Product of the Year, while Camil Farr took the Air Conditioing Product of the Year award at this year’s H & V News Awards
Star Refrigeration provides heat pump solution to Norway military base

UK firm Star Refrigeration has designed an innovative renewable energy heat pump system to serve a military base in Norway.
Strategic alliance allows HVCA member companies access to MCS scheme

HVCA members now have access to a tailor-made microgeneration certification scheme (MCS) for installers of renewable technologies.
Supermarket shake-up

The Office of Fair Trading has given the green light to two major supermarket moves.
Tesco chief executive says UK performance 'below par'

Tesco chief executive Phil Clarke has vowed to fix the UK business with an overhaul of ranges, better communication with customers and faster innovation after admitting its performance has been “below par”.
Testo launches digital manifold for refrige and heat pumps

Testo has launched a new digital manifold designed for multiple measurements for both refrigeration systems and heat pumps.
The Big Question: Can AC inspections benefit RAC industry?

The hot topic tackled by leading industry figures this month: What can the RAC industry do to capitalise on the AC inspection element of Energy Performance Certificates?
The four R's of F-Gas and ODS Regulatory Activity

F-Gas Support gives invaluable advice on complying with the Regulations
The future is local, says Asda chief

Asda chief executive Andy Clarke said the future of retail is local and supermarkets need to be clear about the role they play in local communities.
UK public buildings Energy Certificates published

The Centre for Sustainable Energy(CSE) has published the full Display Energy Certificate (DEC) Register for all UK public buildings, making it publicly available in one place for the first time.
US agrees to withdrawl of HFC-134a

The US Environmental Protection Agency has agreed to grant a petition filed by several NGOs to withdraw the agency’s approval of HFC-134a.
US GreenChill partner stores now total 7,000

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) GreenChill partnership now totals 7,000 partner stores located in all 50 states - the partnership now represents a claimed 20 per cent of the supermarket industry.
US search for alternative refrigerants

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) will launch an industry-wide cooperative research program to identify and evaluate promising alternative refrigerants, according to Appliance Magazine
Vent-Axia announces new training/technology centre

Vent-Axia has opened its new technology showroom, together with BPEC (British Plumbing Employers Council (Training) Ltd) approved training centre, located at its head office in Crawley, West Sussex.
Vent-Axia launch new air-handling range

Vent-Axia has introduced a new range of handling units featuring heat recovery technology and an A+ energy class efficiency rating.
Waitrose boss happy with Ocado deal, at present

Upmarket grocer Waitrose managing director Mark Price has said he is “really happy” with the retailer’s relationship with online grocer Ocado
Waitrose to open 'dark store'

Waitrose is to open a dark store in west London in October to ramp up its London online delivery.
Walmart to set up London team to look at acquisitions

US giant Walmart is to set up a London team to launch into Europe.
What's new in Commercial Cooling - Part 1

RAC speaks to a contractor and a manufacturer in Part 1 of Cooling for Commercial Spaces
What's new in Commercial Cooling - Part 1

RAC speaks to a contractor and a manufacturer in Part 1 of Cooling for Commercial Spaces
What's new in Commercial Cooling - Part 2

George Hannah, Airedale product development director, looks at chiller technology and asks do you sacrifice an element of efficiency to achieve a low GWP?
What's new in Commercial Cooling - Part 2

Martin Fahey, product marketing manager Mitsubishi Electric, ponders the ban on R22 and while Vent Axia’s Nygel Humphrey sees energy recovery as a key technology driver
Whose fault is this RHI failure for air source heat pumps?

Today further information about the RHI grant was released on the DECC web site (see News on this page). As expected it is a weighty document full of information. From the point of air source heat pumps a subsidy towards the installation cost is available at £850 a system. The much anticipated rebate towards run cost has been put on hold until October 2012.Why, you may ask, have we been penalised?The answer is simple, DECC do not think that air source h
Will F-Gas review affect refrigerant choice?

The hot topic tackled by leading industry figures this month: Will the F-Gas review influence refrigerant choice?”
WR Refrigeration completes F-Gas compliance

WR Refrigeration has announced that its engineers have successfully completed F-Gas refrigerant safe handling training and assessment,

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