HVAC Commercial Market - Articles - Page 183

Before drawing off the boiler’s old water, pour a pint or so of oil on the surface of the water in the expansion tank, which is always to be found at the highest point in the system.

Summer, Hot Water, and Steam

The effects of fresh water and near-boiling water on iron pipe

July 11, 2016

I was thinking about how we’ve grown so used to central heating and, with the exception of an occasional cleaning, pretty much ignore our boilers and heating systems when the weather gets hot and sticky. I wondered if it had always been this way...

US to See Strong Residential HVAC Growth, Steady Commercial HVAC Growth

Residential momentum continues, commercial is stable

July 11, 2016

The U.S. residential HVAC market is forecast to see significant growth due to lower unemployment and gas prices, coupled with higher consumer confidence and pent-up demand. The commercial HVAC market is expected to see more steady growth.

Nortek Enters Into Agreement to be Acquired by Melrose Industries

Purchase price represents a premium of approximately 38 percent to Nortek’s closing price on July 5

July 7, 2016

Nortek Inc., a global diversified company whose offerings include heating and cooling products, ventilation products, and more, announced that it has signed an agreement and plan of merger with Melrose Industries PLC, a UK listed public company, to be acquired by Melrose for $86 per share in cash.

New ASHRAE Handbook - HVAC Systems and Equipment Published

Nearly 90 percent of the chapters have undergone revision

July 7, 2016

ASHRAE has announced revisions to the majority of chapters, including major updates related to thermal storage and district heating and cooling, in its newly published 2016 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment.

IEA SHC Publishes 2016 Report on Solar Heating and Cooling

Growth seen in large-scale solar thermal systems and solar heat in industrial processes

July 7, 2016

The International Energy Agency, Solar Heating and Cooling Programme (IEA SHC) released the 2016 edition of its report on the global status of the solar thermal heating and cooling market.

OESP Selects New Executive Director

Judy Garber to retire on Aug. 1 after 16 years of service to the association

July 6, 2016

The membership of the National Association of Oil and Energy Service Professionals (OESP) has unanimously voted to hire Jaffe Communications of Newark, New Jersey, to serve as its next executive director, following the retirement of Judy Garber on Aug. 1.

Insulation Market Projected to Reach $93.34 Billion by 2024

Regulation in the EU and U.S., increasing construction in Asia Pacific and the Middle East are driving growth

July 5, 2016

The global insulation market is forecast to reach $93.34 billion by 2024, according to a new report by Grand View Research Inc. The rising importance of energy efficient buildings owing to escalating energy costs is expected to remain a key driving factor for the global insulation market.

Renewable Energy Supplied Almost a Quarter of Global Power in 2015

Wind and solar PV had record additions for the second consecutive year

July 4, 2016

Renewable energy accounted for nearly 25 percent of global electrical capacity in 2015, according to a new study, Renewables 2016 Global Status Report, by REN21. The power sector experienced its largest annual increase in capacity ever, with significant growth in all regions.

Minimizing Energy Usage in Data Centers

Evaporative cooling is emerging as a popular option

Joanna R. Turpin

July 4, 2016

According to a recent study from BSRIA, data center traffic is expected to grow at a 23 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR), reaching 8.6 zettabytes by 2018. That means a lot of new data centers will be popping up around the country. Cooling these data centers is an energy-intensive endeavor.

Australian Organization Unveils High-Efficiency Solar Air Conditioning

System is in operation at Stockland Wendouree Shopping Centre in Ballarat, Victoria

July 4, 2016

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) has unveiled a solar-powered air conditioning system to cool Australian commercial buildings and achieve greater energy efficiency.