NEW PRODUCTS AIR COOLED CHILLER
VENTILATION CONTROL
Control for natural and hybrid ventilation systems
PASSIVENT has introduced the iC9000, a new and improved control system for use with its natural and hybrid ventilation systems. It offers all the benefits of the existing iC8000 controller in terms of energy and operational efficiency, multi-zone control and occupant comfort, but with added features and benefits that make it a more sustainable solution. Using Passivent’s
own natural ventilation software, it can be used as a stand-alone system or integrated with a Building Management System via BACnet communication.
The iC9000 includes BATTERY STORAGE
BESS range combines cabinet and container based designs
Launched within the Smartsys energy storage range, SOCOMEC has introduced two battery energy storage system (BESS) products, the Smartsys C260 and Smartsys M5000. The range targets commercial, industrial and utility-scale applications, including sites with renewable generation, EV charging infrastructure and grid- connected energy projects. The systems can provide energy storage alongside remote monitoring and control functions through the SoLive Pro BESS digital platform.
The Smartsys C260 is a compact
cabinet-based system combining battery storage and power conversion, offering 125 kVA and 261 kWh of capacity. It is suitable for smaller commercial and industrial installations and can be deployed in parallel configurations for increased capacity. At a larger scale, the Smartsys M5000 is a containerised battery system
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Modular system enables scalable cooling capacity
Expanding its cooling portfolio, TRANE TECHNOLOGIES added the FLEX N, a new range of modular full-inverter scroll air cooled chillers. The new units use non-ozone-depleting, ultra-low GWP R290 refrigerant and deliver high performance in a compact footprint across a broad range of applications, from comfort to demanding process cooling environments. FLEX N delivers seasonal efficiency
the new ‘Rotary’ sensor, a networkable, feature- rich user interface which combines the room sensor and room override into one unit. Its rotating dial, menu options and push-to-select functions via a full LCD display with configurable readouts make the user experience more intuitive. It also features a colour-coded halo LED ring, with green, yellow and red signalling changing CO₂ levels in the building. The system monitors air quality in real time,
reducing the burden on building services by using CO₂ and temperature-based demand control to regulate airflow within the required zones. It includes options for remote monitoring and data logging and, with less field wiring required compared to the iC8000 system, it can also offer a reduction in the overall cable and labour costs
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in both comfort and process cooling applications. In comfort cooling it achieves an average SEER of 5.4, while process cooling reaches an average SEPR HT of 5.9. The system operates across an extended range, supplying chilled water from 25°C to -12°C.
Its modular design supports installation of up to six units side by side with minimal clearance, enabling total cooling capacity of up to 750kW. Quick hydraulic connections and group control
are intended to simplify installation, commissioning and maintenance. Units are available in nominal capacities
from 64 to 125kW in four acoustic versions, with configuration options including integrated hydraulic modules, medium- and high-pressure pumps, bypass kits, protection panels, grilles and metal mesh coil filters. FLEX N integrates with building automation systems through the Trane
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GRID STABILITY SYSTEM Condenser package to strengthen grid
paired with a medium-voltage skid that integrates power conversion, switchgear, control systems and a transformer. It is designed for higher-capacity applications, including grid services and large energy infrastructure projects, with configurations ranging from 2.5 MVA / 5 MWh up to 5 MVA / 20 MWh. Both systems incorporate battery data analytics to monitor performance, support maintenance and manage battery usage over time.�
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stability for data centres a standardised modular system combining a synchronous condenser, flywheel, starting system, lube-oil system, cooling options, auxiliaries, an electrical house and an optional noise enclosure. It is supplied as a single integrated package to reduce on-site assembly requirements and simplify installation.
A pre-engineered modular synchronous condenser package has been launched by ABB, designed to support grid stability for large-scale data centres. The system is intended for use where rapid changes in electrical demand, associated with AI workloads, can place strain on voltage and frequency stability in power networks.
The package is installed at the grid
connection point and is designed to provide inertia and reactive power to help stabilise voltage and frequency during sudden load fluctuations. According to ABB, this is designed to reduce disturbances across the network and support more stable integration of high-demand facilities. The solution is delivered as
The design can support faster
deployment and commissioning, simplify grid connection processes and allow scalable capacity additions without redesigning core electrical infrastructure. The flywheel is included as part of the stabilisation system and is housed within an integrated safety
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EIBI | JULY � AUGUST 2026
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