AMERICA
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
POLICY

UL Seeks Feedback on Proposed Changes for A3 and A2L Refrigerant Charge Limits

By Michael Garry , Jul 08, 2020, 22:19

Comments on changes to UL 60335-2-89 are due July 24.
EUROPE
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

Secop Announces Line of Variable-Speed R290 compressors

By Michael Garry , Jul 06, 2020, 20:18

The units are suitable for low- and medium-temperature light-commercial applications.

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EUROPE
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

New Mission for Refrigerants, Naturally!

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 07, 2020, 16:19

NatRefs group now focused on small organic-food retailers via the Refrigerants, Naturally! for Life project.
ASIA / PACIFIC
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION

What’s Driving the Cold Chain Expansion in the Philippines?

By Devin Yoshimoto , Jul 07, 2020, 13:22

Anthony Dizon outlines a shift from ‘wet markets,’ the growing population, and post-harvest needs.

ASIA / PACIFIC

ASIA / PACIFIC
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION

What’s Driving the Cold Chain Expansion in the Philippines?

By Devin Yoshimoto , Jul 07, 2020, 13:22

Anthony Dizon outlines a shift from ‘wet markets,’ the growing population, and post-harvest needs.
ASIA / PACIFIC
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
TRAINING / EDUCATION

Woolworths Seeks Refrigeration Apprentices

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 01, 2020, 17:28

Prospective applicants have until July 6 to apply.
ASIA / PACIFIC
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

Celebrating 100th Anniversary, Contractor AJ Baker & Sons Looks Ahead to a NatRef...

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 01, 2020, 11:04

Australian supplier of CO2 and hydrocarbon refrigeration marks its centenary.
ASIA / PACIFIC
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS
TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION

Cold Chain Intervention in India Cuts Post-Harvest Loss

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 01, 2020, 09:41

Pre-cooling units and refrigerated truck trips reduce losses by 76%, says Carrier study.
ASIA / PACIFIC
INDUSTRY NEWS

Accelerate Japan Goes Online, Launches New Website

By Devin Yoshimoto , Jul 01, 2020, 06:48

The new daily news website aims to connect the global clean cooling industry to the Japanese market.
ASIA / PACIFIC
AIR CONDITIONING
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS

UPDATED
Drawdown Australia Keynote Highlights Program for ATMO Australia on July 28

By Michael Garry , Jun 29, 2020, 17:46

Other topics include Cooling as a service, Clean Cooling, and the evolution of HVAC.
ASIA / PACIFIC
AIR CONDITIONING
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS

Entertainment Center Uses Hydrocarbon-Based Air Conditioning During Sweltering Summer

By Nicholas Cooper , Jun 29, 2020, 12:31

Popular landmark venue installs 22 Polaris units to cope with record-setting temperatures in Australia.
ASIA / PACIFIC

Cold Chain Innovation Hub in Philippines Launches Video Series

By Devin Yoshimoto , Jun 25, 2020, 10:37

The videos will provide updates on activities and other information.
ASIA / PACIFIC
AIR CONDITIONING
POLICY / LAW

AC and Refrigeration Contractors In Queensland Have till June 30 to get Free License

By Nicholas Cooper , Jun 22, 2020, 17:24

Normal QBCC fees for mechanical services license apply after that date.
AMERICA
RESEARCH & ACADEMIA

Purdue University Team Proposes Design for More Efficient Scroll Compressor

By Tine Stausholm , Jul 06, 2020, 10:02

The compressor’s drive relies on a gear mechanism to reduce overall friction and vibrations.
COOLING
SERVICE PROVIDERS

CaaS Prize Deadline Extended: Calling All Servitization Projects

By Ilana Koegelenberg , Jul 03, 2020, 11:37

CaaS projects in Asia, Africa and Latin America can enter until July 31.

EUROPE

EUROPE
STANDARDS / REGULATIONS

Denmark Plans Increase in HFC Tax, As Leading F-Gas Phase Down Continues

By Tine Stausholm , Jul 08, 2020, 15:10

An increase of €3-4 per kilo, or more, has been proposed, says Danish official at ATMO/DTI conference.
EUROPE
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

New Mission for Refrigerants, Naturally!

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 07, 2020, 16:19

NatRefs group now focused on small organic-food retailers via the Refrigerants, Naturally! for Life project.
EUROPE
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

Secop Announces Line of Variable-Speed R290 compressors

By Michael Garry , Jul 06, 2020, 20:18

The units are suitable for low- and medium-temperature light-commercial applications.
EUROPE
STANDARDS / REGULATIONS

Romania Ratifies Kigali Amendment, Bringing Ratifications to 98

By Tine Stausholm , Jul 06, 2020, 09:57

The ratification came into effect on July 1, 2020.
EUROPE
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS
HEAT PUMPS

NatRef Heat Pumps Seen as Key to Stemming Building Emissions

By Nicholas Cooper , Jun 30, 2020, 13:01

TripleAqua heat pump developer points to need for replacing HFCs in heat pumps.
EUROPE
COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION

New Report Highlights Importance of U.K Cold Chain

By Tine Stausholm , Jun 26, 2020, 16:20

The report details the contribution cold chain businesses make to the U.K.
EUROPE
AIR CONDITIONING
TRADE FAIR

ATMO/DTI: European AC Market Moving Away from High-GWP Refrigerants

By Tine Stausholm , Jun 25, 2020, 22:22

R407C and R410A are no longer the most commonly used refrigerants in AC.
EUROPE
COOLING

A New Way to Cool Vaccines Off the Grid

By Tine Stausholm , Jun 25, 2020, 13:30

Coolar’s solar-powered refrigerator uses water and adsorption technology rather than compressors.
EUROPE
AIR CONDITIONING
TRADE FAIR

ATMO/DTI: EIA Cites Hydrocarbon Charge Limit in ACs as Climate Obstacle

By Nicholas Cooper , Jun 24, 2020, 23:03

The IEC harge-limit standard needs to go up from 150g for split home ACs, says NGO.
WORLD
COOLING
NATURAL REFRIGERANTS

Report Offers Countries Guidelines for Assessing Cooling Needs

By Nicholas Cooper , Jul 03, 2020, 10:11

Draft framework is designed to help governments understand cooling demand and supply strategies.
WORLD
COOLING
REPORT / STUDY

Submit Your Best Climate-Friendly Cooling Products for New Global Climate-Change...

By Ilana Koegelenberg , Jul 02, 2020, 15:06

The report will include a list of the best cooling products that use natural (or no) refrigerants.

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