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Latest News from BRG and the Global Building Products Industry
Stay informed regarding BRG's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for HVAC equipment, components & controls, bathroom & kitchen products, plumbing, pipes, valves & fittings and thermal insulation.


HVAC Costs Climb in the US: New Refrigerants and Supply Chain Issues Drive Price Hikes
US: The cost of HVAC equipment has risen significantly due to increased raw material prices, supply chain disruptions, higher demand, and...
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Jul 9, 20241 min read
ACS Acquires AboveAir Technologies, Enhancing Specialty HVAC Offerings for Data Center
Oklahoma City, United States: AirX Climate Solutions, Inc. (ACS) announced the acquisition of AboveAir Technologies, a leading HVAC...
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Jul 9, 20241 min read
BUTEC Group Rebrands and Expands in South Africa with Strategic Acquisitions
South Africa: BUTEC Group, a Lebanese-based contracting company, has rebranded the two South African companies it acquired from ENGIE in...
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Jul 9, 20241 min read
Bangladesh Ceramic Sector Struggles Amid Gas Shortages and Rising Costs
Bangladesh: The ceramic industry in Bangladesh is facing severe challenges due to a critical shortage and price hike of natural gas,...
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Jul 9, 20241 min read


Zehnder Group Acquires Siber to Strengthen Its Ventilation Business
Siber, Spanish manufacturer of ventilation systems, is acquired by the Zehnder Group for an estimated €86 million (US$93 million). The...
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Jul 8, 20241 min read


TCL Air-Conditioners Lead Philippines with Premium Flagship Products
TCL air conditioners have been rising to the top of the Philippine AC market for several quarters in a row in all three types: inverter,...
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Jul 8, 20241 min read
Carrier Launches Cooling-as-a-Service Portfolio to Simplify HVAC Operations
USA: Carrier has launched its Cooling-as-a-Service portfolio to help commercial customers streamline HVAC and energy system operations...
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Jul 5, 20241 min read
Canada Expands Heat Pump Rebates For British Columbia Residents
Canada: More residents in the Canadian province of British Columbia (B.C.) are now eligible for heat pump rebates as the province expands...
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Jul 4, 20241 min read
TIGI Expands in Renewable Heat with Key Partnerships
Israel: Israeli firm TIGI has announced two strategic initiatives to strengthen its position in the renewable heat sector. The company...
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Jul 4, 20241 min read


Bradford White Acquires Heat-flo
USA: Bradford White Corporation, a manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, announced the acquisition of Heat-flo, a...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Carrier Completes Sale of Industrial Fire Business
USA: Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, has completed the sale of its Industrial...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Nordic Climate Group Expands into Netherlands with Key Acquisitions
Netherlands: Nordic Climate Group has expanded into the Netherlands by acquiring Dutch installers Compair Airconditioning BV and T&S...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Swegon Acquires Dutch Indoor Climate Leader HC Groep
Netherlands: Swegon, a supplier in the field of indoor environment, offering solutions for ventilation, heating, cooling and climate...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Samsung Partners with Unitherm for Heat Pump Distribution in the UK
UK: Samsung Climate Solutions has entered into a distribution agreement with Unitherm (UK), a heat pump supplier based in Exeter, to...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Daikin Aims to Make India An Export Hub by 2030
India: Daikin Air Conditioning India, a subsidiary of Japan's Daikin Industries, is set to expand its operations significantly over the...
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Jul 1, 20241 min read


Health Canada Issues Recall for 5550 Heat Pumps
Canada: Health Canada has issued a recall for three brands of heat pumps, with approximately 5,549 units sold in the country. The recall...
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Jul 1, 20241 min read


Haier Announces New Distribution Partnerships in Europe
Greece/Netherlands: Expanding its European presence, Haier HVAC Europe has secured a distribution agreement with Kokotas Klimatismos in...
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Jul 1, 20241 min read
German Solar Thermal Market Declines Significantly Amid Challenges
Germany: The solar thermal market in Germany has faced a significant downturn, with sales of solar collectors dropping sharply from...
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Jun 28, 20241 min read


Heat Geek and Vaillant Forms Strategic Partnership
UK: Heat Geek has announced a new strategic partnership with Vaillant, aiming to establish a benchmark for heating system design and...
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Jun 27, 20241 min read
Federal Government Finalizes Ban on High-GWP Small Air Conditioners in Australia
Australia: The federal government has amended The Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Regulations to ban the import...
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Jun 26, 20241 min read
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