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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.
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Oct 15, 20241 min read
Airmax Heating and Cooling Partners with Columbia Home Services
USA: Airmax Heating and Cooling, a residential HVAC contractor in Wilmington, North Carolina, has formed a strategic partnership with...
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Oct 15, 20241 min read
Daikin Applied Acquires Varitec Solutions to Strengthen HVAC Offerings in the Southwest
USA: Daikin Applied has announced a majority investment in Varitec Solutions, a Phoenix-based leader in the design, development, and...
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Oct 13, 20241 min read
NIBE Akademi Welcomes Government Visit to Review Heat Pump Training Programs
UK/Europe: NIBE Akademi, the dedicated UK training facility of the heat pump manufacturer NIBE, recently received a visit from the...
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Oct 13, 20241 min read
Copeland Launches New Ammonia Heat Pump for District Heating and Industrial Processes
Germany/Europe/U.S.: U.S. manufacturer Copeland has launched an ammonia-based (R717) water-to-water industrial heat pump under its Vilter...
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Oct 13, 20241 min read
Johnson Controls Boosts Commercial Heat Pump Capacity with Izmir Plant Expansion
Turkey/Europe: Johnson Controls has expanded production capacity at its Izmir plant in Turkey with a $3 million investment aimed at...
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Oct 10, 20241 min read
Qvantum Expands Operations in France with A New Heat Pump Subsidiary
Sweden/France: Qvantum, a Swedish company specialising in heat pumps and energy systems, has expanded its presence in Europe by...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read
Beijer Ref Australia to Distribute Fujitsu Air Conditioners
Australia: Beijer Ref Australia has announced that it will begin distributing Fujitsu Air Conditioners through its wholesale network in...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read
Regency Ceramics Acquires Segno Ceramics to Expand Production Capacity
India: Regency Ceramics has announced the takeover of Segno Ceramics Pvt Ltd, located in Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. This all-cash deal will...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read
Hippo Homes Opens its 5th Store in India
India: Hippo Homes, a leading omni-channel provider of home building, renovation, and interior solutions has inaugurated its fifth retail...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read
Carrier Completes Sale of its Commercial Refrigeration Business to Haier For USD 775M
USA: Carrier Global Corporation has completed the sale of its commercial refrigeration business to its long-time partner, Haier, for an...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read
Panasonic Aims to Maintain 10-15% Growth in India
India: Panasonic is targeting a growth rate of 10-15% in India for 2024, driven by rising demand across various product categories for...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read
TKC Expands with a Second Location, Doubling Its Size
United Kingdom: TKC has announced a significant expansion with a new site located just two minutes from its headquarters, set to enhance...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read
BIS Certification Now Mandatory for Fans, ACs, and Plywood in India
India: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced mandatory certification for air conditioners (ACs) in India, requiring them to...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read
Valley Air Acquires Excel Heating & Cooling in Virginia
United States (Virginia): Valley Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing has acquired Excel Heating & Cooling, a well-established HVAC contractor...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read
Affordable Housing Supply Shrinks to 13% in India's Top Six Cities
India: The supply of affordable housing, defined as units priced under Rs 40 lakh (47,000 USD approximately), in India's top six...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read
Purmo Group Acquires Unitherm Heating Systems to Strengthen Heat Pump Solutions
Ireland/UK: On 1 October 2024, Purmo Group acquired Unitherm Heating Systems Ltd, an Ireland-based provider of holistic climate solutions...
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Oct 4, 20241 min read
UK Boosts Boiler Upgrade Scheme Funding by GBP 50 million
UK: The UK government has approved an increase in funding for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, allowing Ofgem, the independent energy...
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Oct 4, 20241 min read
Blue Star Expects Festive Surge in AC Demand
India: Blue Star Ltd. anticipates an increase in demand for air conditioners during the upcoming festive season. Although this demand may...
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Oct 3, 20241 min read
Samsung and Kohler Partners on Smart Water Management
USA: Samsung and Kohler have announced a collaboration to address the growing demand for sustainable home solutions, focusing on...
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Oct 2, 20241 min read
Brand K Group Acquires Aqualux Brand and Select Assets
UK: Brand K Group, a UK-based bathroom equipment and radiator supplier, has acquired the Aqualux brand and select assets for an...
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