NEW PRODUCTS EXTERIOR LIGHTING


Reduced material luminaire achieves more with less


Newly relaunched as Facet Zero, TRT LIGHTING has redesigned its Facet bulkhead as an amenity luminaire. The changes are focused on reducing material use, improving optical performance and adjusting environmental lighting characteristics. Facet Zero uses reduced material


COLD STORAGE Compact plug-in cold storage container


The L-STORE from TRANE is a compact plug-in cold storage container designed for users who need small-scale temperature-controlled storage without building a permanent cold room. The unit is self-contained and connects to a standard electrical supply, allowing it to be installed and put into use without construction work. It uses a Thermo King VX-Series


refrigeration unit and is specified to reach temperatures down to -25°C. It is designed to operate in ambient conditions ranging from -20°C to +45°C. The containers are manufactured in Europe using insulated panel construction intended to maintain stable


internal temperatures and consistent performance over time. Two sizes are available: a 2m x 2m x 2m unit with a single-phase 230V supply, and a larger 4m × 2m × 2m version with a three-phase 400V connection. Both models include a single insulated door fitted with a silicone curtain, along with a non-slip floor, internal lighting, a door- opening sensor and an internal safety handle. An optional telematics package allows remote monitoring and control via web or mobile access. L-STORE strengthens Trane’s thermal systems portfolio, extending operating


setpoints from -30°C to +120°C. ■ Trane.eu


content compared with its predecessor, including 50% less metal and 66% less plastic, resulting in an overall product mass reduction of 48%. It achieves a TM66 circularity score of 2.8. The luminaire is engineered to produce zero upward light, limiting light emitted above the horizontal plane. It is supplied in a standard 2700K colour temperature. In performance terms, Facet Zero


delivers efficacies of up to 162.8 lm/W, with revised optical distributions designed to support wider spacing between fittings.


The design incorporates a one-piece LED lens and cover system that reduces component count. It also includes replaceable control gear and optional Lumi- LinQ wireless lighting controls for remote operation and management. “Facet Zero reflects a shift in how we


approach exterior lighting design,” says Ross Evans, MD at TRT Lighting. “By reducing material use, improving optical performance and eliminating upward light, we’ve created a luminaire that delivers on both sustainability and performance. It’s about achieving more with less; not just in energy terms, but across the entire product


lifecycle.” ■ www.trtlighting.co.uk


THERMAL BATTERY


Compact thermal storage unit for heat shifting and recovery


The Central Bank Mini (P58) is a thermal battery developed by SUNAMP for storing and releasing heat in commercial and industrial heating systems. It uses the company’s Plentigrade P58 phase- change material to store thermal energy in a compact, sealed unit. The system is designed to store heat


from sources such as heat pumps, boilers and waste heat recovery systems at temperatures of up to 80°C and discharge it at around 53°C. It is intended for low- temperature hot water and space heating applications, as well as process heat use cases.


The Central Bank Mini has a footprint of 1.2 x 1.0 x 1.47m and is designed to store up to 80kWh of thermal energy per unit. It uses an insulated, non-stratified internal design with an integrated heat exchanger to manage heat transfer and minimise losses.


It is designed for integration with multiple heat sources, including boilers and heat pumps, and can also operate


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with waste heat and renewable energy systems. The unit is modular and can be connected in series or parallel to increase storage capacity depending on site requirements. The Central Bank Mini is described as having low standing heat losses and not requiring routine internal


servicing under normal operation. ■ sunamp.com


HEAT PUMP


Meeting demand for sustainable heating solutions


The AQUA-G EVO series is the latest addition to the ECOi-W commercial heat pumps range from PANASONIC. Using the latest R290 technology, the new heat pump is claimed to deliver high seasonal efficiency, quiet operation and reliable heating even in extreme conditions. The AQUA-G EVO has been purpose-built to meet the rising commercial demand for sustainable heating technologies that can effectively replace gas boilers across commercial, light industrial and multi-residential buildings. Using the natural refrigerant R290, with an ultralow Global Warming Potential (GWP) of just 0.02, the range aligns with evolving F-gas regulations and supports corporate sustainability commitments across European markets.


Featuring an inverter-driven


compressor and pump, the AQUA-G EVO delivers stable temperature control and strong seasonal energy efficiency, directly reducing energy consumption and operational costs. Advanced refrigerant circuits and defrost management logic ensure reliable performance throughout harsh winter conditions. At -10°C outdoor temperature, capacity losses are around 15%, while conventional heat pumps have approximately 38% capacity loses at this temperature. Engineered to serve a variety of installation environments, the heat pump is available in 60, 80 and 110kW. It can also be fitted as a cascade system of up to eight units, providing a combined


heating capacity of up to 880kW. ■ www.aircon.panasonic.eu/GB


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