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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.


Havells India Makes US Debut with Major Investment and New Product Launches
India/USA: Havells India has become the first Indian electronic company to introduce its own brand in the US, selling air conditioners,...
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May 30, 20241 min read
Chinese Air Conditioner Makers Hold Prices Steady Despite Copper Price Surge
China: Despite the rising costs of copper, a crucial material in the air conditioning industry, Chinese air conditioner manufacturers are...
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May 30, 20241 min read


Heat Pump Manufacturer Aira Opens Facility in Manchester
UK: Aira, the Swedish heat pump supplier, has inaugurated a new site in Manchester, UK. This facility will serve as the company's...
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May 30, 20241 min read


Heat Pump Installations take a Hit Due to High Prices in Scotland
UK: Scottish ministers have cautioned that heat pumps remain prohibitively expensive for ordinary homes, as new numbers show the Scottish...
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May 29, 20241 min read
Local HVAC Firm Joins Hands with Mitsubishi Electric to Open a Facility in Vietnam
Vietnam: Climaveneta Chat Union Refrigeration Equipment Vietnam opens a manufacturing plant in a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric...
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May 29, 20241 min read


Samsung and Lennox Establishes Joint Venture in US and Canada
USA/Canada: Lennox, a leading provider of climate solutions in the HVAC industry, has announced the establishment of a Joint Venture with...
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May 29, 20241 min read


Innovative HVAC Partnership Aims for Net Zero Emissions at Chester Zoo
UK: Mitsubishi Electric has partnered with Chester Zoo to provide heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment aimed at enhancing the...
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May 28, 20241 min read
Colorado Awards $7.7 Million for 35 Innovative Geothermal Projects
US: Colorado Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Energy Office have announced $7.7 million in grants for 35 geothermal projects across...
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May 28, 20241 min read


Haier to Acquire Carrier Commercial Refrigeration Following EU Approval
Europe: The European Commission has approved Haier Smart Home's acquisition of Carrier Commercial Refrigeration (CCR) for $775 million,...
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May 28, 20241 min read


Xiaomi Air Conditioner Sales in China Soar by 63% in Q1 2024
China: Xiaomi has reported a 63% year-on-year increase in air conditioner sales for the first quarter of 2024, shipping 690,000 units....
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May 28, 20241 min read


Bitzer and Beijer Ref Strengthen Sustainable Supply Partnership with Three-Year Extension
Germany: Bitzer has extended its partnership with wholesale specialist Beijer Ref for an additional three years to enhance the...
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May 28, 20241 min read
Danfoss Power Solutions Appoints Domenico Traverso as President of Fluid Conveyance Division
Denmark: Danfoss Power Solutions has announced the appointment of Domenico Traverso as the president of its Fluid Conveyance division,...
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May 27, 20241 min read


Interest in Heat Pumps Continues to Grow in the UK
UK: Interest in heat pumps continues to grow, with increasing numbers of installations reported under the Microgeneration Certification...
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May 27, 20241 min read


RUUD Selects Modern Electronics as Exclusive Distributor for Advanced Air Conditioning Systems
Saudi Arabia: RUUD, a leading brand in the HVAC industry under Rheem Middle East, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Modern...
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May 27, 20241 min read


Heat Pump Demand in Britain Heats Up with Boiler Scrappage Scheme
UK: The UK's Boiler Upgrade Scheme, offering grants for low-carbon home heating upgrades, is a success. Applications for heat pumps, a...
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May 24, 20241 min read
Denmark is Set to Relaunch its Subsidy Program for Heat Pumps
Denmark: Denmark is relaunching its heat pump subsidy program starting May 27th. This program offers financial aid to homeowners looking...
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May 24, 20241 min read


AC Sales in India Surge as Heatwave Intensifies
India: India's sweltering summer has triggered a surge in demand for appliances that combat the heat. Air conditioner (AC) sales have...
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May 24, 20241 min read


New District Heating Facility in Hamburg Nears Completion
Germany: A new pressurized heat storage facility nearing completion at the Tiefstack cogeneration plant will be commissioned by Hamburger...
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May 24, 20241 min read


Hisense Australia has Appointed Peter Rybinski as the HVAC Division Executive General Manager
Australia: Hisense has appointed Peter Rybinski as executive general manager of HVAC, focusing on its industry-leading heating,...
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May 22, 20241 min read


The EU Report Pinpoints Sweden, Bulgaria, and Portugal As The Best Countries For Heat pumps
A report by the EU's Joint Research Centre found that Sweden, Bulgaria, and Portugal have energy price ratios where power is at most 50%...
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May 22, 20241 min read
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