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Tag: air conditioners
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New energy labels explained
As reported previously, a new energy rating label is on the way for some air conditioners. The zoned energy rating label (ZERL) includes more detailed information to help customers choose the best air conditioner for their climate zone – and save money. The labels will be mandatory on new models from April 1, 2020. To […]
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The future of AC and heating?
A research team at Germany’s Saarland University has developed a prototype device that can transfer heat using “muscles” made from nickel-titanium. Nickel-titanium is a shape-memory material that releases heat to its surroundings when it is mechanically loaded in its superelastic state. It absorbs heat from its surroundings when it is unloaded. The team, led by […]
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Incoming: New AC energy-efficiency standards
As reported last month, the Australian government is changing energy efficiency regulations for air conditioners up to 65kW in capacity. A draft version of the new “determination” (the instrument that regulates energy efficiency) is now available, and more details of the changes have been confirmed. The first major change is the introduction of a more […]
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Lennox’s latest release
Lennox has released a new range of wall split-system air conditioners. The reverse-cycle inverter units are said to deliver more precise temperature control and greater comfort. “Advanced 3D airflow” circulates cold air from the bottom of the room and hot air from the top of the room, preventing temperature pockets from developing. The system also […]
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Regulators look to the stars for air conditioners
New labelling for air conditioners and highers standards of energy efficiency are on the way after the COAG Energy Council ministers met on December 19 and agreed to the Decision Regulation Impact Statement (RIS). The RIS proposed tightening regulations on the energy efficiency of air conditioners. Approximately 40 per cent of energy usage in Australian […]
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Daikin acquires major refrigeration business
Daikin has confirmed plans to purchase AHT Cooling Systems – a European manufacturer of plug-in refrigerator and freezer systems – for €881m (Au$1.38bn). AHT has its headquarters in Austria, as well as major facilities in China, the US and Brazil. It sells its products to 115 countries worldwide, and boasts a client list that includes […]
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Daikin releases new R32 units
Daikin has released the Super Multi NX with R32 refrigerant as an additional range alongside the current R410A Super Multi NX. The company is hailing it as the industry’s first R32 multi-split system. “The new Super Multi NX (R32) can maintain comfort in up to five rooms and will be able to connect to Daikin’s […]