Category Archives: Air treatment

Haier new smart manufacturing air conditioning factory?

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Unconfirmed Chinese press reports claim that Haier plans to invest CNY2.5bn (US$350m) to build a new smart manufacturing air conditioning factory in Qingdao, eastern Shandong Province.

The factory, near Haier’s current headquarters, will be capable of producing five million sets per year. These will include wall-mounted units, duct units, multi-splits, heat pumps and other products for the domestic market, Europe, North America, Australia, the Middle East, and southeast Asia.

The first phase is expected to be put into production in September 2026 and the second phase in December 2027.

New Faber extractor

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Introducing the new Modular hood by Faber S.P.A., their latest novelty for the kitchen which offers exceptional performance (720 m3/h extraction power to be precise), elegance and organisation all in one.

The hood is formed from individual 60cm modules, starting from the central module that contains the extractor hood. You can then create your own storage solution, adaptable to your exact spatial and design needs, since there is an optional choice of shelving modules that can be placed either side of the central module.

The aesthetic appeal of the Modular hood is also impressive. Open smoke-grey glass shelves with matte black frames provide a contemporary look for your kitchen. The flush LED bar complete with touch control,

Gree develop air conditioner

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Gree Electric held the “Gree Refrigerator and Washing Machine Life Appliance Strategy Conference” in Hebei on August 2. Chairman and President Dong Mingzhu revealed at the conference that Gree is developing an air conditioner that “does not require electricity.” The development of this technology began in 2012 and has gone through more than a decade of innovation and improvement

Morphy Richards Embarks on Global Innovation with World’s First Ductless Portable AC

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Morphy Richards is set to launch a groundbreaking new product – the world’s first certified ductless portable air conditioner. Prior to its official launch, this innovative product is already bringing cooling air to athletes in the Paris Olympic Village during the hot summer days.

Morphy Richards is introducing an array of new products in 2024, with the ductless portable air conditioner being a notable highlight. Adhering to their mission of “Innovate for enlightening progress,” Morphy Richards aims to enrich people’s lives with more joy by blending human-centric insights with smart design. The innovative portable air conditioner will make its debut on Kickstarter in early September this year and will also feature at the IFA Tech Show 2024 in Berlin

LG Establishes New Air Solution R&D Lab in Europe,

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LG Electronics (LG) is establishing a new Air Solution Research and Development (R&D) Lab in Frankfurt, Germany. The state-of-the-art facility will join existing LG Air Solution Labs in Changwon, South Korea; and Atlanta, Georgia, USA, to form a global R&D triangle.

The new 10,000-square-foot lab will focus primarily on developing high-efficiency heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions for Europe’s varied local climates. Research and testing will be carried out on a wide range of residential and light commercial HVAC systems, including heat pumps, energy monitoring systems and energy management platforms. Through executing an extensive, locally-focused R&D program, the Frankfurt lab will reinforce LG’s ability to provide HVAC solutions tailored for the European market.

Additionally, the new lab will collaborate with the company’s recently launched European Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research to develop heat pumps that can reliably deliver top-tier heating performance during Northern Europe’s harsh winters. To strengthen the capabilities of its European HVAC business, LG plans to nurture and actively recruit local talent in fields such as heat pump design and smart home technology.

Coway Launches Affordable, Cylindrical Model for Small Spaces: The Airmega 100

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Coway, a leading wellness tech company, newly launched the Airmega 100 air purifier, Airmega’s first cylindrical model offering an affordable and robust solution for smaller spaces within its product lineup in Europe.

The Airmega 100 has been meticulously designed with features that promote healthy air and rejuvenating rest amid hay fever season.

Featuring 360° air intake and a 3-stage HEPA filtration system, the Airmega 100 efficiently filters harmful pollutants and purifies the air within 63m2 space every hour. Using proprietary technology, the Airmega 100 captures 99.999% of nano-sized particles down to 0.01 microns, which is smaller than most allergens, bacteria, mold and pollen, and removes smoke and unpleasant odors, ensuring healthier indoor air.

Ebac signals ‘significant’ drop in trade

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Manufacturer Ebac is in talks with investors and finance firms to aid work on its latest project, despite noting “significant issues” with a decline in trade, accounts show.

The Durham business, which makes washing machines, dehumidifiers, water coolers and heat pumps, has filed delayed accounts for 2022 which also outline a “challenging” few years for the business. In 2022 turnover rose from £20.13m to £21.86m and operating losses narrowed from £3.07m to £2.7m, with the overall loss for the year coming in at £3.19m, down from £3.25m.Ebac is in more talks with financial organisations, saying the group is “well advanced in discussions with other third parties regarding potential equity investment, securing additional debt finance and is also exploring options regarding further connected party loans”.Following publication of the accounts, Mr Elliott said: “These accounts demonstrate that the business is making good progress following a globally challenging time. This has continued into 2023 and 2024 and following investment in bringing new products to the market, our heat pumps and home dehumidifier and ventilation system are attracting considerable interest

Faber launched new products

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Faber launched new products
4 BRAND-NEW extraction solutions from the inventors of the cooker hood:
– The Modular A space-saving marvel that combines shelving and extraction in one sleek wall hood, various size/shelf options available.
Galileo Stripes  Experience luxury with Faber’s new premium, sleek venting hob design.
– Galileo Bold  Make a statement with this bold addition to our venting hob lineup.
– In-Nova Zero-Drip Lite  The seamless integration your kitchen deserves combined with Faber’s anti-condensation technology.

In-Nova Zero Drip Lite –
Galileo Slim
Galileo Bold
Galileo Stripes

Gree Electric Appliances: Net Profit Reaches 29.017 CNY Billion in 2023,

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Gree Electric Appliances disclosed its annual report for 2023. The report reveals that in 2023, Gree Electric Appliances achieved an operating income of CNY 203.979 billion, a year-on-year increase of 7.93%. The net profit attributable to the shareholders of the listed company reached CNY 29.017 billion, marking an 18.41% increase from the previous year Furthermore, during the reporting period, Gree Electric Appliances’ products were sold to more than 190 countries and regions, with overseas business achieving operating income of CNY 24.904 billion, and the proportion of independent brands accounting for nearly 70%, an 8% increase year-on-year.

Midea to acquire Arbonia HVAC businesses

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Midea has agreed the €760m purchase of Swiss group Arbonia’s Climate Division, which includes HVAC businesses Sabiana, Termovent and Tecna.

The acquisition through Midea subsidiary Midea Electrics Netherlands BV follows an announcement by Arbonia at the end of February that it had received several “unsolicited expressions of interest” in purchasing its HVAC businesses