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Groom Energy Solutions Acquired by DK Energy US

Firm is looking to develop its solutions in the United States

October 4, 2016

DK Energy US, a subsidiary of the EDF Group tasked with growing Dalkia’s business in the U.S., has acquired Groom Energy Solutions LLC. Groom Energy delivers commercial and industrial solutions spanning advising, designing, building, maintaining, and financing projects to enhance energy efficiency.

GSA, DOE Seek Innovative Building Technologies

Looking to improve performance of federal and commercial buildings

October 4, 2016

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a joint request for information (RFI) for next-generation building technologies in support of their respective Green Proving Ground (GPG) and High Impact Technology (HIT) Catalyst programs.

OptimumEDGE Provides HVAC Optimization for Smaller Facilities

For buildings that have up to three chillers with a combined cooling capacity of 400 to 2,000 tons

October 4, 2016

Optimum Energy has released OptimumEDGE™, a patented, quick-start HVAC optimization solution designed to shave chiller plant energy use by 13 percent on average — and cut water use as well — without affecting building operations or occupant comfort, said the company.

DriSteem Names Mechanical Sales Midwest as New Rep Firm

Has been a rep for commercial and industrial HVAC systems for nearly 50 years

October 3, 2016

DriSteem, a leading manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment systems, has announced the selection of Mechanical Sales Midwest as its new sales representative firm for DriSteem products in Kansas and western Missouri.

J.C. Cannistraro to Relocate, Consolidate Operations in Boston

Facility will be rehabilitated as a prefabrication and assembly plant for plumbing, HVAC piping, and more

October 3, 2016

Mechanical construction firm, J.C. Cannistraro LLC, has announced the planned relocation and consolidation of its manufacturing and warehousing operations from Stoughton, Watertown, and Wilmington, Massachusetts, to Boston’s Seaport District.

Arcoaire: RGH060 packaged gas/electric unit

Commercial Heating Showcase 2016: New HVAC Systems Help Keep the Commercial Market Warm

Heating equipment introduced for commercial buildings

October 3, 2016

Each year, The NEWS spotlights the industry’s latest commercial heating products. The manufacturers provided us with a brief description of features included with each product.

A building engineer examines an LST-style centrifugal cooling tower during a routine maintenance checkup. PHOTO COURTESY OF EVAPCO INC.

Technology, Demand Drive Cooling Tower Market

Water conservation, management, and efficiency driving innovation

Nicole Krawcke

October 3, 2016

A recent MarketsandMarkets study estimates the cooling tower market will reach $2.88 billion — a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2 percent — by 2020.

Rheem, Fujitsu Announce Collaboration

Partnership will greatly expand both manufacturers’ product offerings

October 3, 2016

The manufacturers further expect the relationship to expand to other product categories in the future, which will further include joint development of products as well as collaborative operational opportunities.

Mike Gambill, commercial specialist, Weil-McLain, assists with the installation of a Weil-McLain Evergreen boiler at a medical facility.

Commercial Market Embraces Condensing Boilers

Larger outputs, faster payback make condensing boilers an attractive choice

Joanna R. Turpin

October 3, 2016

BSRIA Inc. reports that from 2012 to 2016, sales of condensing boilers grew from 30 percent of the commercial market to over 60 percent, and that number is expected to climb to 80 percent by next year.

US Building Owners Will Lead Drive Toward Healthier Buildings

The business benefits of healthier buildings are getting increased attention

October 3, 2016

Building owners, developers, managers, and investors in the U.S. are increasingly interested in creating healthier buildings, according to a new SmartMarket Report by Dodge Data & Analytics, in partnership with Delos.