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Carrier Opens New Training Academy in Bracknell
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RACKNELL, UK, Jul. 12, 2024 – Carrier has officially opened a new training academy at its Bracknell service and rentals depot. The new state-of-the-art facility
reinforces Carrier’s dedication to training and inspiring the next generation of engineers and technicians while helping to address the skills gap in the HVAC sector. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The training academy offers trainee engineers and
technicians hands-on experience with Carrier’s commercial product portfolio, including heat pumps, chillers, and air handling units. To enhance their learning and understanding of total life cycle asset management, trainees can also gain skills in service repairs and upgrades, such as VFD (Variable Frequency Drives), refrigerant, compressor overhauls and controls, as well as modernisation and preventative and predictive maintenance. Opening the academy is an important step towards Carrier’s Environmental, Social & Governance
(ESG) goal to support its customers’ shift towards sustainable solutions and avoid more than 1 gigaton of greenhouse gas emissions from their carbon footprint by 2030. “The grand opening of our new training academy marks a significant milestone for Carrier and stands as
a testament to our commitment to building a skilled workforce capable of leading the way in intelligent climate and energy solutions,” said Andrew Paddock, Managing Director Carrier Commercial HVAC UK and Nordics. “We recognise that a future without new talent and continual skill enhancement makes it difficult to fully embrace the electrification of heating systems and to meet net zero targets.” During the grand opening, guests were able to tour the new facilities and see learning come to life with
equipment demonstrations. Attendees also celebrated the achievements of its graduating apprentices who have progressed through Carrier’s Apprenticeship programme. Shortly after, guests then heard more about how Carrier is actively growing its apprenticeship programme with the recent appointment of a dedicated apprenticeship programme leader, Adele Watson, along with plans to recruit 20 new apprentices in the coming months. “With the skills gap growing and the industry at risk of losing a wealth of knowledge when our experienced
technicians retire, it is crucial that we invest in training new talent,” said Adele Watson, Apprenticeship Programme Lead UK. “Our apprenticeship programme, supported by our new training academy, is designed to help young people master skills for the future so we can achieve sustainability and decarbonisation goals.” Over the coming months, Carrier will develop a training programme focused on educating its engineers about the adoption of new refrigerants, including R290, and invite customers and contract partners to experience exclusive training days at the new facility, further enhancing their awareness and understanding of Carrier’s HVAC solutions. Additionally, the training academy will also be utilised for Carrier’s CIBSE-approved CPD training courses to support HVAC professional’s ongoing professional growth.
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ACV UK announces free commissioning promotion on all WaterMaster Evo condensing gas fired water heaters.
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o help customers get the most from their hot water system, ACV UK, hot water specialist, is
offering free commissioning across all six models in its WaterMaster Evo range, from 1st July until 30th September 2024*. The latest free commissioning promotion from ACV UK ensures customers have everything they need to ensure optimum performance and maximum efficiency when specifying a WaterMaster Evo condensing water heater. For added peace of mind, when commissioned by ACV within three months of the installation date, a five-year warranty is automatically applied to the appliance at no extra cost. The WaterMaster Evo is a gas-
fired stainless steel condensing water heater with tank-in-tank technology that offers a durable solution with long-term cost savings. Available in six models with power outputs from 25 – 120kW, all models in the WaterMaster range are ErP compliant and have NOx emissions of <40mg/kWh. Designed to reduce maintenance and increase system lifespan, the WaterMaster Evorequires no cathodic protection and features a corrosion-resistant stainless steel heat exchanger and tank to increase system lifespan. Compact and lightweight, with a small footprint, the WaterMaster Evo can also help to simplify installation in small plantrooms. With over 100 years of experience, ACV is a leading specialist in the design, manufacture, and distribution of hot water generation products. Offering a wide range of quality products designed to provide an efficient and economical hot water solution to suit a wide range of applications. When you order an ACV product, you can be assured of a dedicated customer support service to match. To find out more about the WaterMaster Evo range of gas fired water heaters or for more information on ACV products, please go to our website.
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New Three Channel Programmable Thermostat from Sangamo
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ith energy efficiency top of the agenda for homeowners and businesses, Sangamo is pleased to announce the launch of its new three channel
programmable thermostat with RF and Wi-Fi, which provides the means to operate and control separate heating zones within a residential property and in doing so increase efficiency and reduce energy use and utility costs. Traditionally UK heating systems and controls typically mean
that the whole property will be heated when a call for heat is made from the system’s thermostat. For a certain size of property, however, heating is only required on one floor of a property or another at a given time, dependent on the user’s habits. Therefore, heating the whole property based on one thermostat is not efficient. Modern day heating systems for certain sizes of properties are now encouraged to have separated heating
zones controlled independently in order to increase efficiency and reduce utility cost. For new builds, regulations are set-out specifically for system requirements. In essence heating systems should have the flexibility to only heat the property when and where it is required. For example, for the ground floor living zone the heating will be on during the day and off at night, whilst for a first floor bedroom zone the heating for the bedrooms will be off during the day but operational at night. The Building Regulations which cover the energy performance of new and existing buildings have been
subject to change in recent years with the approval of Part L (or Document L). Part L of the Building Regulations states that ‘for wet heating systems in new dwellings with a floor area of 150m2 or greater, a minimum of two independently controlled heating circuits should be provided.’ The new Sangamo Thermostat Kit is suitable for properties with two-zoned heating systems and is designed to help installers comply with the requirements of Part L Building Regulations where two zone heating is stipulated. The kit comprises two RF programmable room thermostats to control heating over two zones and hot water programming, and one receiver complete with three independent channels – two for heating and one for hot water. The system can be programmed and controlled directly or remotely via the ClickSmart+ app. One of the main features which supports the new programmable thermostat’s energy efficiency lies within
the programming capabilities. When a call for heating or hot water is made, it requires it to be within a specific time and below a specific temperature. For example, the ON period would be between 0800 and 1130 hours if the temperature is below 19 degrees. Up to six on and off periods per day can be programmed. Another key energy efficiency feature is the OWD (Open Window Detection) function. This is enabled in the parameter settings and uses sudden changes in temperature or humidity to detect if a window is open and switches off the heating until the window is closed to save energy. Easy installation and ease of programming and operation are at the heart of the new kit. Thermostats can be wall mounted and are supplied with wall-fixing mount, a free-standing base for table top positioning.
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High-Quality Lighting Solutions from Offices to Retail Spaces
Transforming Workspaces:
RILUX, a leading provider of innovative lighting solutions, is proud to announce the successful culmination of a seven- year collaboration with luxury Polish brand WITTCHEN.
This partnership has transformed WITTCHEN’s headquarters, encompassing office spaces, logistics, and warehouse areas, with superior, energy-efficient lighting that enhances working conditions while minimising power consumption. This achievement has also earned WITTCHEN significant energy efficiency certifications. WITTCHEN, renowned for its exclusive leather clothing, accessories, and suitcases, operates its headquarters and distribution centre from Palmiry, near Warsaw. Committed to creating a comfortable, inspiring workplace and reducing CO2 emissions, WITTCHEN undertook a comprehensive modernisation of its lighting systems, turning to TRILUX for its expertise. The collaboration commenced in 2017 with TRILUX developing a bespoke lighting concept for WITTCHEN’s
new 3,000-square-metre office building and outlet. Prioritising high lighting quality for employee well-being and safety, aesthetic luminaire design and high energy efficiency, TRILUX installed 544 lighting solutions. This included the award-winning SOLVAN FLOW pendant luminaires, enhancing the office’s interior elegance, and 60 CANILO track spotlights, showcasing WITTCHEN’s luxury products in the outlet. Following the successful office project, TRILUX extended its involvement to WITTCHEN’s logistics centre, installing nearly 300 E-LINE NEXT LED continuous line luminaires across the new 8,500-square- metre facility. With an energy efficiency of up to 190 lm/W and a lifespan of 70,000 hours, these lights ensure consistently low operating costs and exceptional lighting quality. For the warehouse refurbishment, TRILUX provided a combination of E-LINE NEXT LED, MIRONA FIT LED high-bay luminaires, and DEVEO FIT LED moisture-proof luminaires, all managed via the TRILUX LIVELINK light management system. “Throughout the various project phases, we consistently addressed challenges and met WITTCHEN’s needs with solutions that offered long-term investment value,” said Marcin Szymanski, Project Manager at TRILUX. Modernising the warehouse lighting and implementing a light management system significantly improved lighting quality and reduced electricity consumption by 120 MWh per year. This efficiency led to WITTCHEN receiving Energy Savings Certificates, accelerating the return on investment. Additionally, the reduction in peak power consumption enabled the installation of a dedicated electric vehicle charging station on the company premises for public use. Hubert Pienkowski of WITTCHEN commented, “As demanding customers, we value the quality
of the products and services we receive. In evaluating potential lighting suppliers, TRILUX met our expectations with its product quality, punctual delivery, competitive prices, and technical support.”
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