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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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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Auckland City Residential Completions Decline Amid Capacity Constraints
New Zealand: New dwelling completions in Auckland city are gradually declining, with Auckland Council data revealing a 5.9% drop in the...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Carver Group Expands UK HVAC Market Reach with Acquisition of S&P Coil Products
UK: The Carver Group, a Walsall-based business specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), has acquired S&P Coil...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Average Construction Costs in Major Indian Cities Rise by 39% in Four Years
India: Higher building material and labor costs have driven a 39% increase in the average cost of construction for housing projects in...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Copeland and Daikin Announce Joint Venture to Bring Inverter Compressor Technology to the US
US: Copeland and Daikin have partnered to introduce Daikin’s inverter swing rotary compressor technology to the US residential HVAC...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Electro Mart to Invest USD 42 Million to Increase AC Manufacturing in Bangladesh
Bangladesh: Electro Mart Limited (EML), an electronics and home appliance company in Bangladesh, plans to invest Tk500 crore (USD 41.7...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Panasonic Expands Heat Pump Production in Europe
Czech Republic: Panasonic has launched a new production line at its Plzen factory in the Czech Republic for its Big Aquarea M Series R290...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Fluidmaster Expands Global Presence with Acquisition of Haron International
AUSTRALIA: Fluidmaster Inc., a manufacturer of toilet tank components and trim, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Haron...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Vaillant Group Establishes New Factory in Remscheid
GERMANY: The Vaillant Group, a heating technology specialist headquartered in Remscheid, has inaugurated a new factory for electronic...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Swegon Signs Agreement to Acquire German Air Handling Unit Manufacturer HOWATHERM
GERMANY: Swegon has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire HOWATHERM Klimatechnik GmbH, a family-owned company specializing in...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read
Blue Star Reports Robust Growth in HVAC-R Market with During Festive Period
India: AC maker Blue Star Managing Director, B Thiagarajan, announced a nearly 30%Â growth in room air conditioner (RAC) sales during the...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read
LG Establishes New Company to Focus on HVAC and Clean Tech
South Korea: LG Electronics has unveiled significant organizational changes and executive appointments to support its long-term strategy,...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read
Kenya Tackles Housing Deficit with Affordable Housing and Industry Innovation
Kenya: Kenya’s construction industry players have been encouraged to align with the government’s affordable housing program to drive...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read
Saudi Arabia to Replace 250,000 Window ACs in 2025
Saudi Arabia:Â The National Center for Waste Management (MWAN), in collaboration with the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center, has launched the...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read
Daikin Expands in Cambodia with State-of-the-Art Facility in Phnom Penh
Cambodia: Daikin Airconditioning (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. (DAC) has inaugurated its new sales and service office in Phnom Penh, emphasizing...
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Nov 22, 20241 min read
Ideal Heating Shifts Focus to Heat Pumps with Government Support
UK: Ideal Heating is transitioning from producing 500,000 gas boilers annually to manufacturing heat pumps and low-carbon heating...
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Nov 22, 20241 min read
LG Electronics Plans Third Manufacturing Facility in India
India: LG Electronics is preparing to establish its third manufacturing facility in India, marking its first expansion in the country...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
Britain Doubles Heat Pump Funding and Eases Installation Restrictions
UK: The UK government has announced a significant increase in funding to encourage the adoption of heat pumps and relaxed planning rules...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
Del-Air Expands Reach in Florida with Colman Heating and Air Acquisition
US: Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric company has expanded its operations in Florida by acquiring Colman Heating and Air,...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
Siemens to Deploy Tech at 60 UAE Government Buildings, Saving Up to 27% Energy
UAE: Siemens Smart Infrastructure has partnered with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure on a decarbonization program to...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
Houston Astros and Daikin Announce 15-Year Naming Rights Deal for Daikin Park
USA: The Houston Astros and Daikin Comfort Technologies North America have signed a 15-year exclusive naming-rights agreement, renaming...
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