Exhibitor bookings have opened for ARBS 2022, returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on April 27–29, 2022. Australia’s largest event for the HVAC&R and building services industry, ARBS 2022 will showcase new products and innovations from around the world that are anticipated to fuel significant growth in the sector. It will also continue […]
A new report from the German Environment Agency, and research from the University of New South Wales have raised more concerns about the environmental impacts of HFO refrigerants. When hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) were identified as greenhouse gases, and targeted for phase-down under the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) were put forward as an […]
A recent RMIT research project has highlighted the poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in some Victorian classrooms, and added to concerns around ventilation in Australian schools in general. Given their developmental stage and the amount of time they spend in the classroom, school children are particularly vulnerable to poor air quality. According to the report, […]
The Queensland government has indicated it will be working with the Commonwealth to resolve issues around automatic mutual recognition before adopting the reforms, due to take effect on July 1 around Australia. “The Queensland government is supportive of improving occupational mobility to support economic recovery, but not at any cost,” says the government. “It is […]
Fundamentals of Refrigeration is a new manual published by Volker Stamer, Director of the international Bitzer training centre Schaufler Academy. According to Bitzer, the text is a comprehensive guide to refrigeration, with a wealth of basic information aimed at new entrants to the industry, and extensive reference material that will serve experienced refrigeration technicians. “The […]
Daikin has announced a distribution partnership with American Air Filter (AAF), a leading company in the global filtration market. Daikin says the distribution relationship will strengthen its response to the growing need for ventilation and air purification and help position it in the market as a “company that provides solutions with air”. “A pioneer in […]
Engineers Australia CEO Dr Bronwyn Evans has been appointed as a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia (General Division) for significant service to engineering, to standards and to medical technology. As well as possessing a background in electrical engineering, Dr Evans has been an important figure for promoting the engineering sector and mentoring young […]
The ARBS Education and Research Foundation and Team Catalyst have published a detailed study of active chilled beam systems that they say offers “groundbreaking findings”. Funding was provided to Team Catalyst to research active chilled beam systems and to compare the performance of two chilled water plant configurations: Standard using chilled water plant of multiple […]
Fujitsu General Australia has expanded its anywAiR technology suite with the launch of the anywAiR technology wi-fi adaptor. The adaptor plugs into a select range of compatible Fujitsu General air conditioners including the wall-mounted Lifestyle Range (KMTC) indoor unit. It enables wi-fi control, allowing the unit to be controlled remotely by smartphone or tablet using […]
Heat transfer specialist Alfa Laval has published a white paper offering guidance on selecting and accommodating refrigerants for diverse heating and cooling applications. The document, titled Navigating a changing refrigerants market, was developed by the company as a response to customers seeking guidance when choosing from the growing range of new refrigerants generally, and natural […]