NUREMBURG, Germany — Air conditioning in Europe usually means split systems. The technology has been moving to a larger scale, using sophisticated components for operation and monitoring. New developments in A/C technology were on display at the most recent International Trade Fair for Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation (in German, Internationale Facfhmesse Kalte, Klima, Luftung, or IKK). IKK is one of Europe’s largest trade shows, with more than 800 exhibitors and 20,000 attendees. A number of manufacturers touted the high-tech add-ons to their A/C systems on display.
Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. (Germany) displayed a central controller, the G-50A, with Web server functions. The LCD allows the monitoring and operating of up to 50 individual or grouped indoor air conditioning units. It can also be connected to a local Intranet.