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New Data Shows Canada Added 1.8 GW of Wind and Solar in 2022
CanREA’s new industry data shows that Canada is just starting to take advantage of its wind, solar and energy storage potential.

Emerson Selling Majority Interest in HVAC/R Business to Private Equity Firm Blackstone
The standalone Climate Technologies business, valued at US$14 billion, includes brands like Copeland, White-Rodgers, Sensi and more.

Ride the Lightning
By managing dual-fuel systems—gas boilers and electric heat pumps—modern controls can help deliver the most cost-efficient and comfortable solutions for your customers.

AHR 2023 Innovation Award Winners Announced
The 2023 AHR Expo Innovation Award Winners and finalists were selected in ten industry categories.
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Can Boilers Be “Resilient?”
Don’t write off fossil fuels just yet, as dual fuel options provide a logical bridge to lowering carbon emissions and keeping systems comfortable and resilient.

2022 Modern Hydronics Summit: A Roaring Success
Keynote speaker John Siegenthaler kicked off the 2022 Modern Hydronics Summit with an insightful presentation on how hydronic heating and cooling are a perfect fit for modern net zero homes.

WaterFurnace adds Advanced Remote Diagnostics/Controls to Heat Pump Systems
The Symphony 3.0 platform (contractor portal and home comfort platform) is available for its 3, 5 and 7 series and water-to-water WaterFurnace geothermal units.

Differing Deltas
Both temperature control and pressure control of circulators on your hydronics system can work when matching flow rate with heating demand, but there are important distinctions.

Armstrong Launches Mobile App to Optimize Pump Performance
The App is available for download in the Google Play Store and Apple Store.

Watts Launches Water Quality Performance Monitors
The performance monitors send notifications when routine maintenance is needed such as media or filter changes.

ASHRAE Conference Coming to Toronto
The five-day event includes eight conference tracks, over 80 sessions, tours, social experiences and industry-specific committee meetings.

Dynamic VAV Optimization
An AI approach also allows for a more efficient and cost-effective BMS setup.

Air Quality and Energy Efficiency
Combining a dedicated outdoor air system with active chilled beams is a modern hydronics solution for well conditioned spaces in buildings.

MEET Show 2022 Open For Registration
Taking place May 4 & 5 in Moncton, New Brunswick, educational sessions will include presentations by Robert Bean and Bill Hooper.

Registration Open for 2022 Modern Hydronics Summit
All new in 2022 will be Hydronics 101, a dedicated series of sessions exploring the fundamentals of hydronics systems.

CMPX 2022 Product Spotlight
We canvassed manufacturers and their representatives to share what visitors can expect to see at this year’s show, and as a result we over 100 items listed.

One Control to Rule Them All
How I got here and what I’ve learned about this industry.

The Ups and Downs of the Expansion Valve
While there are multiple methods of accomplishing heat transfer, the most common uses the vapour compression cycle.

Carlo Gavazzi introduces Low-Profile Switch Mode Power Supplies
Designed for building automation, the SPMA Series is a compact DIN mount solution with three frame sizes.

Maximizing Fleet Productivity and Profitability
Contractors who may have reduced service staff during the lean times of the pandemic are now having trouble keeping pace with the increase in business.

Fujitsu Offers New Single-Zone Halcyon Models
Enhanced controls platform provides multiple control options to optimize comfort and energy savings.

RIDGID PTC-400 Power Tubing Cutter
The PTC-400 has a quick-acting engagement feature with easy-to-use feed screw to ensure high-speed cutting.

Family Business Transitions
The story often goes like this: the older generation poured their blood, sweat, and tears into building their own contracting company.

ASHRAE Global Headquarters Reaches Net-Zero-Energy Milestone
In January 2020, ASHRAE began a $20 million renovation project on its new global headquarters building.

Viega Reduces Waste by Replacing Printed Instructions With QR Codes
Printed instructions inside the packages of most ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow products made in the U.S. are expected to be removed.

Right Time Group of Companies Acquires furnaceguys
Furnaceguys marks the tenth acquisition completed by Right Time and Gryphon Investors, and the first Saskatchewan-based acquisition.

Ontario Connecting Newcomers With Job Opportunities Across the Province
Organized by the YMCA/YWCA, tailored workshops are being provided to newcomers in Ottawa, Toronto, and other Ontario cities.

Parts Kits for Pumps and Circulators From Armstrong
The Parts Kits includes all the replacement parts and related hardware required to complete specific service and maintenance tasks.

Danfoss Celebrates New Canadian Office With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Danfoss has operated in Canada for 69 years, including in Mississauga for the last 47.

HVAC Companies Among Leaders in Canada
The Globe And Mail top growing companies in Canada list includes businesses with energy efficiency and HVAC connections.