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ITT broadens portfolio
presentation on the theme of radiant heating. Ceiling mounted ITT Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Laing GmbH of Germany, a privately-held leading producer of energy
radiant heating panels (RHPs) are produced by HCP, the specialist efficient circulator pumps primarily used in residential and commercial plumbing and heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC)
heating division of SAS International. systems. Once completed, the acquisition will significantly broaden ITT’s offering and will reflect the company’s continued strategic
Designed to inform both engineers and architects, the focus on satisfying the market’s growing demand for energy efficiency and lower life-cycle costs.
presentation provides an introduction and overview of energy “The addition of Laing’s energy-efficient circulators to ITT’s product portfolio significantly expands our offering to customers in the
efficient radiant heating panels (RHPs). It includes how RHPs work, HVAC industry,” said Gretchen McClain, president of ITT’s Fluid and Motion Control business. “Upon completion of the acquisition,
performance and applications, technical specifications, and design ITT will be able to offer customers a comprehensive range of high-performance and green pump technology and products that meet
considerations when specifying. more stringent energy standards.”
Radiant heating solutions are increasingly specified in the “The combination of Laing with ITT’s building services business is a logical step in our evolution,” said Oliver Laing, chief executive
healthcare and educational sectors, where the benefits of freeing officer of Laing. “The strength of ITT’s brands and their commitment to leading edge technology means that we will have even more
up floor and wall space, and integration with natural ventilation resources to develop new and innovative products for our customers, and expand our global reach.”
strategies are well recognised. Additionally RHPs can contribute “Laing’s energy-efficient A-class circulator pumps are an ideal match for our own HVAC products for the building services market,
towards reduced cleaning regimes and help meet infection control particularly with our Lowara and Flygt brands in Europe and Bell & Gossett in the Americas,” said Ken Napolitano, ITT’s President of
targets by reducing the cross infection risks associated with other Residential and Commercial Water business.
systems. European Union rules are expected to soon require the rating of circulators in an effort to save energy. A-class rated circulators,
such as those that will be offered by ITT upon completion of the acquisition of Laing, provide another energy-efficient solution for
residential buildings.
Samsung names distribution partners
Samsung has announced the appointment of Dysk Air Conditioning, Easy Air Conditioning and Gallant Air Conditioning to a new line-up
of distributors who will spearhead sales of its new DVM Plus III air conditioning systems alongside the range of RAC solutions.
Samsung plans to grow its overall UK market share by promoting DVM Plus III nationally through Specialist Distribution Partners, and
the new appointments represent a major advance in this business strategy. Jon Pettitt, national sales manager for Samsung Air
Conditioning, says with bases in the South East and Midlands, and branches in the North, the combination of Dysk, Easy and Gallant
makes Samsung products and expertise readily available to specifiers and installers in the major areas.
With offices in Hertfordshire and Leeds, Dysk Air Conditioning has established a solid track record of air conditioning solutions for all
sectors. managing director Andrew Skelton says: “We are delighted to be offering the highly respected Samsung brand which adds an
exciting new dimension to the range of products currently in our supply.”
Midlands-based Easy Air Conditioning managing director Neal Gooding says: “In DVM Plus III, Samsung has successfully refined the
VRF principle and replaced the inverter technology with digital scrolls to give a highly efficient and reliable alternative VRF system,
complemented by its vast range of splits and multi systems which we are delighted to add to our product portfolio.”
Gallant Air Conditioning, based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, has already established the Samsung brand with specifiers, installers
and end users and their services include technical support, in house design and application and a state of the art installer training facility.
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