CHILLVENTA PART 2


says Gilmar Pirovano, EMEA sales director for commercial applications at Nidec Global Appliance. Embraco’s stand at Chillventa had the brand’s main variable speed reciprocating compressors in the current range for commercial applications, all running on natural refrigerants (R600a or R290).


New condensing units Among the product launches displayed will be the two new versions of Bioma, a condensing unit lineup designed for low noise and easy access to components. This solution for cold rooms and outdoor applications can deliver 50% of noise reduction versus the next best alternatives. One of the new models is the Bioma 5HP


powered by a variable speed scroll compressor, adding this option to the existing portfolio up to 10kW of cooling capacity, The other new Bioma will come with two scroll compressors: a variable speed (inverter) one and a fixed speed one. The pair extends the cooling capacity of this product line from 10kW (5 HP) to 20 kW (10HP), making the installation process simpler for larger applications that used to demand two units. Both launches are also more resistant to rust, which is ideal for outdoor units.


Visitors will have the chance as well to see the


new range of indoor R290 condensing units for Europe, for use in applications such as under- counters, blast chillers and cold rooms. The models come with a set of new features and are available in variable speed and fixed options to deliver the energy efficiency the application demands. “Condensing units have the advantage of being a complete cooling circuit, reducing the refrigeration equipment manufacturer’s effort in the product design phase and installation”, explains Pirovano.


Complete fixed speed compressors range At Chillventa, Embraco also reinforced the concept of having a fixed speed (also known as on-off) compressors range capable of covering the whole range of commercial applications. It starts with compressors that deliver from 3 cc of equivalent displacement and 144 W of cooling capacity, such as the EM, up to 38 cc and 1.7 kW (LBP conditions), such as the NJX. “Our fixed speed portfolio was defined to be the standard solution to comply with local legislation demands while it also is attuned with environmental impact reduction,” says Mr Pirovano. All Embraco on-off compressors lines that were present at Chillventa are said to be among the most energy efficient fixed speed compressors in the market - and have options in R290.


Invertek Drives joins EHPA R


ecord growth in the global heat pump market is leading to greater recognition of the importance of


variable frequency (VFD) drive technology in the efforts to support decarbonisation and reduce climate change. At Chillventa, Invertek Drives announced its membership of the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA) and met with the association’s Secretary General, Thomas Nowak, to discuss Invertek’s investment in in VFD technology to support the rapidly growing heat pump market.


A global manufacturer and innovator of VFD technology, Invertek has already launched a VFD aimed specifically at OEMs involved in heat pump manufacturing. Optidrive Coolvert is designed to work specifically with heat pumps, BLDC compressors and CDUs. It is also supporting the growth in the refrigeration market where natural CO2


and propane


refrigerants are used. “Heat pump sales in Europe grew by 34 per cent in 2021. That was 2.18 million heat pumps, an increase of more than half a million in just one year,” said Mike Carman of Invertek Drives. “Globally, the sales of heat pumps


are reaching significant levels countries tackle climate change and look to reduce carbon emissions through greater use of renewable technology. “Our VFDs are already significantly reducing energy use in electric motor,


He added: “We recognise the importance of the heat pump market in supporting decarbonisation and the importance of VFD technology to support this. By becoming part of the ever growing EHPA we will work with them, their members and other stakeholders to support the sector’s rapid growth globally.”


The EHPA published a report into the


European heat pump market in July. It revealed more than 2.18 million heat pumps were sold in 21 countries in 2021, an increase of 560,000 on 2020. It stated


that more than 44 million tonnes of CO2 were now being avoided as a result. EHPA secretary general, Thomas Nowak, said: “Heat pumps boost Europe’s energy security and climate action, and the more the sector works together, the stronger we can be.”


He added: “That is why we are delighted to welcome Invertek Drives to EHPA, and to thank all our more recent and longer standing members for their hard work and contribution to making this a truly united sector. At a time of climate crisis and spiralling gas prices, it is more important than ever to speak with one voice.”


pump and compressor applications as well as significantly increasing efficiencies in such processes. This is leading to a reduction in harmful emissions, helping support the drive to cut climate change.”


Lu-ve first to obtain Eurovent certification for CO2


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U-VE Group is the first company in the Eurovent program to obtain certification for CO2


gas coolers marketed under the


LU-VE Exchangers and Alfa LU-VE brands. For over twenty years, LU-VE Group has voluntarily participated in the certification program of Eurovent, the European association for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, process cooling, and food cold chain technologies.


gas coolers


LU-VE Group prioritizes transparency and subjects its products to tests and controls by a third party to guarantee their performance. The "Eurovent Certified Performance" (ECP) attestation verifies the compliance of products with regard to the performance of: Q Capacity Q Energy consumption Q Air quantity Q Sound levels Q Construction characteristics.


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