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June 30 - Trane Increases Investment in China

American Standard Companies decided to invest US$11 million to build a new factory in the Torch High-tech Industrial Development Zone of Zhongshan of Guangdong. The factory is expected to be put into use this year.
On March 22, 2005, American Standard Companies held its global board meeting in Beijing for the first time. It has also decided to move its Asia/Pacific headquarters to Shanghai because of the excellent market development of Trane Air Conditioner, a company of American Standard Companies.
In 2004, American Standard Companies had annual revenues of approximately US$10 billion all over the world, of which US$250 million was from China.
Different from the alreadysqueezed residential air conditioner market, there is still a large market space for the commercial ACs used in supermarkets, office buildings, and hotels. According to China Household Electrical Appliances Association (CHEAA), there is a 20 billion yuan market of commercial ACs in China, and it will probably be increased to 35 to 40 billion yuan by the year 2010. In metropolises such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, the demand for commercial ACs increases 70 to 80% each year.
There are about 100 commercial AC players in China. Overseas brands include Daikin, Hitachi, Mitsubishi, Carrier, York, Trane, McQuay, Electrolux, LGE, and Samsung. Domestic brands include Gree, Midea, Haier, Hisense, Shinco, and Chigo.

June 28 - Huge Crowds Flock to CR 2005, Beijing

China Refrigeration 2005 (The 16th International Exhibition for Refrigeration, Air-conditioning, Heating and Ventilation, Frozen Food Processing, Packaging and Storage) was held in Beijing Exhibition Center from April 12 to 14, 2005. Participants included more than 400 exhibitors from 23 countries in the world. Due to the limited assembly hall space, it became necessary to deny participation of about 200 additional exhibitors.
The current expo was valuable enough in terms of the number of participating companies, contents of display, presence of the industry's key persons. The expanding production volume, diversification of produced items, and the rapid growth of the market itself in China are increasingly attracting the related enterprises and persons to China and CR Expo from all over the world.
The current expo had the following characteristics:

• The presence of executives of major companies and institutions.
• Some new products were unveiled for the first time.
• More and more componet producers participated, indicating this expo is working well as actual meeting/ negotiating place.
• Regular participants were there as usual.

June 26 - York Receives EPA 2005 Climate Protection Award

York International Corporation is among a select group of organizations and the only HVACR company to receive a 2005 Climate Protection Award from the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). York was recognized in an award presentation May 4 in Washington, DC, for its pioneering work and ongoing development of energy-saving technologies applied to chillers. York technology reduces chiller energy consumption typically by 15-25% annually.
According to UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme), it is widely recognized that the indirect effect of electricity consumption is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions from chillers. Average annual energy savings of 20% mean a significant reduction in CO2 emissions, resulting in substantial climate protection.
With its annual Climate Protection Awards, EPA "honors the extraordinary accomplishments of individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to protecting the environment," according to the agency's Web site. "In 1998, EPA established the Climate Protection Awards to recognize exceptional leadership, personal dedication, and technical achievements in protecting the Earth's climate."

June 24 - U.S. Chiller Services & McQuay Sign MOU

U.S. Chiller Services (USCS), the region's undisputed market leader in the field of large tonnage chiller services and energy solutions, recently announced they have signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement with McQuay International appointing USCS as McQuay's authorised service representative for all centrifugal and screw chiller services in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Under this MOU U.S. Chiller Services will be responsible for start up, commissioning, warrantee and all services for the entire McQuay centrifugal and screw chiller line in the region.
In a region where the cooling of commercial, industrial and institutional buildings is paramount to the comfort and economical survival of individuals and companies alike, this agreement will benefit the facility managers of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment by providing additional qualified service mechanics in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain - increasing service level and cutting response time.
Dan Mizesko, managing partner U.S. Chiller Services said at the signing, "The combination of McQuay's superior centrifugal and screw chiller products, and U.S. Chiller Services delivering all service and aftermarket support is a powerful combination. Our service and solutions help enhance the reliability and efficiency of all manufacturer's chillers while reducing energy consumption. Proper chiller start up, commissioning and on going maintenance services are the key to chiller lifecycle cost and reliability, and now that McQuay has selected U.S. Chiller Services as its service provider - fully responsible for the service and warrantee of the McQuay centrifugal and screw chiller line - the customer can be assured their chiller will operate as efficiently and reliable as possible from the day of instillation. U.S. Chiller Services engineers are industry and factory certified to service all manufacturers centrifugal and screw chillers and will continue to do so, however with this agreement in place the end user can be assured U.S. Chiller Services is involved at the very start, something at this point in time no other chiller manufacturers can say."

June 22 - Building Solutions Poland 2005 Exhibition October 19-21, 2005

The 2005 exhibition will take on a new dimension and will be even stronger and smarter - meeting the needs of an emerging and fast developing country. Building Solutions Poland is a direct continuation of HVAC Poland, incorporating many new and exciting sectors within the installation industry, not forgetting to keep a strong focus on HVAC which exceeded expectations in 2004. With its key aim to facilitate business via a professionally run trade platform, increasing your market profile in Central and Eastern Europe has never been so effective.
Building Solutions Poland 2005 will not only be much bigger than the 2004 exhibition, but will also see the addition of some new and exciting sectors. Exhibitors and visitors alike have the opportunity to enhance their industry knowledge and keep up to date with new trends, technologies and developments with a full programme of seminars and workshops.

June 20 - ARI and CRAA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) and China Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Association (CRAA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) granting CRAA the authority to reference and use all ARI performance standards, updates and modifications for the development of industry standards in China.
ARI and CRAA signed the MOU with the following goals:

• To promote communication and information exchange between the two organizations
• To avoid duplication of work efforts, where possible
• To promote the knowledge of standard development activities of each organization and standards translation
• To mutually promote relevant standards and certification programs, where appropriate, and
• To promote the harmonization of ARI and Chinese HVACR standards and of international standards in general

June 18 - ASHRAE Call for Seminar Presentations In Topics Of CFD Applications in Cleanroom Design
Location: ASHRAE Winter Meeting Chicago, Illinois, USA
Date: January 21-25, 2006
Sponsored By: ASHRAE Technical Committee TC9.11 (Clean Spaces)

Overview
Sophisticated CFD technology is becoming widely utilized for cleanroom design. High-cost cleanroom construction makes CFD simulations more economical compared to physical mock-ups. It can predict design flaws, explore opportunities for improvement and validate a final design before the facility is constructed.
This seminar will discuss the latest CFD simulation applications and developments in the areas of (not limited to):

• Contaminant transport (particle generation and propagation)
• Room airflow patterns (airflow velocity vectors, streamline patterns, and parallelism with various room configurations and air inlet/outlet arrangements)
• Airflow pattern control (design parameter adjustments to optimize flow streamlines and particle transport by varying boundary conditions associated with walls, floors, ceilings, etc.)
• Room flow streamline at various floor perforation percentages
• Effects of process equipment, work benches and process exhaust on streamline pattern
• Effects of personnel, material, equipment and product traffics on streamline pattern
• Temperature and humidity distributions and gradients
• And more

June 17 - ASHRAE Call for Seminar Presentations on Cleanroom
Location: ASHRAE Winter Meeting Chicago, Illinois, USA
Date: January 21-25, 2006
Sponsored By: ASHRAE Technical Committee TC9.11 (Clean Spaces)

Overview
Sophisticated CFD technology is becoming widely utilized for cleanroom design. High-cost cleanroom construction makes CFD simulations more economical compared to physical mock-ups. It can predict design flaws, explore opportunities for improvement and validate a final design before the facility is constructed. This seminar will discuss the latest CFD simulation applications and developments in the areas of (not limited to):

• Contaminant transport (particle generation and propagation)
• Room airflow patterns (airflow velocity vectors, streamline patterns, and parallelism with various room configurations and air inlet/outlet arrangements)
• Airflow pattern control (design parameter adjustments to optimize flow streamlines and particle transport by varying boundary conditions associated with walls, floors, ceilings, etc.)
• Room flow streamline at various floor perforation percentages
• Effects of process equipment, work benches and process exhaust on streamline pattern
• Effects of personnel, material, equipment and product traffics on streamline pattern
• Temperature and humidity distributions and gradients
• Room pressurization analysis (airflow patterns through airlock during door opening and closing, impact of on air cleanliness)
• Correlation between CFD simulations and physical mockups
• CFD comparison among "as built", "at rest", and "operational" progressive conditions o Strategies to reduce particulate contamination

June 16 - 750,000 PAC Units Shipped in FY 2004

Japanese Packaged air conditioner (PAC) shipments are continuing to grow, and those in March accounted for 77,256 units, up 7.9% over the same month last year, according the Japan Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Association (JRAIA). As a result, shipments in all months from January to March topped those in the same months last year.
PAC shipments in fiscal year 2004 topped 750,000 units, up 10% or more over the previous year, mainly reflecting the recovery in equipment investment, expansion of investment related to energy savings/environmental considerations and expansion of replacement demand.
Replacement demand which bolsters the overall market expansion, is said to occupy about 70% of total demand. Since 1996 when replacement demand exceeded demand for new units, Japanese market structure has changed into one centered round replacement demand.
Since the replacement cycle of PACs is 7 - 15 years, the potential replacement demand is estimated at about 7 million units. Since spurs are expected to be put to expansion of investment related to energy savings, the market will remain stable.
For further improvement of energy-saving features, the PAC manufacturers are endeavoring to recommend customers to adopt inverter type models. In the market, new constant-speed models are almost disappearing, and shifts to models with higher added value are proceeding rapidly.

June 14 - Danfoss Turbocor Supports EPA "Responsible Use" Vision

Joe Orosz, President of Danfoss Turbocor Compressors Inc., a HVAC compressor manufacturer located in Montreal Canada, provided opening comments at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) 2005 ClimateTech 2005 event held May 4th in Washington D.C.
"The U.S. EPA's 'Responsible Use' vision has provided invaluable direction and clarity to the design of our products," Orosz said. The EPA's "Vision" is outlined in the EPA brochure entitled, "Building Owners: Save Money, Save the Earth." It encourages manufacturers, owners, and system designers to invest in those technologies that provide the highest efficiency and lowest emissions on a sustainable basis and where performance can be documented on an on-going basis. "Responsible Use" also underscores the importance of owners investing in life-cycle cost purchases that meet sound investment criteria -- investing in technologies that are good both for business and the environment.
The EPA has promoted "Responsible Use" for nearly four years, but today's ever-increasing energy prices, coupled with the role of energy conservation in reducing dependence on foreign oil, makes the message even more vital.
This fact was underscored throughout the half-day conference, as speakers and participants explored the energy and climate conditions expected to emerge over the next twenty-five years. Rising global demand, expanding economic and industrial development, and shifting geopolitical and economic realities are all driving conditions of greater uncertainty, cost, and risk to climatic stability. Few believe regulations can contain the threats to economic health and climate security. But government can lead - both with regulations that point to attainable efficiencies and ideas that help the private sector see the opportunities of the new climate-energy marketplace.

June 11 - ARI and CRAA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

ARI and China Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Association (CRAA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on April 12, 2005 granting CRAA the authority to reference and use all ARI performance standards, updates and modifications for the development of industry standards in China.
ARI and CRAA signed the MOU with the following goals:

• To promote communication and information exchange between the two organizations ?? To avoid duplication of work efforts, where possible
• To promote the knowledge of standard development activities of each organization and standards translation
• To mutually promote relevant standards and certification programs, where appropriate, and
• To promote the harmonization of ARI and Chinese HVACR standards and of international standards in general

June 9 - HARFKO 2005, Korean HVACR Expo JARN Booth: 5031

Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Fluid Exhibition-Korea Expo (HARFKO), will be held May 25(Wed.) ~27(Fri.), 2005 in Koyang City, Korea. As the famous refrigeration exhibition in Asia and the most authoritative refrigeration in Korea, Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Fluid Exhibition-Korea expo is a grand regular biannual event in international HVACR industry. Successfully held 4 sessions, Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Fluid Exhibition has grown significantly from its inception.
To accommodate this growth, Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Fluid Exhibition-Korea Expo moves into a larger facility for 2005: Korea International Exhibition Center(KIMTEX : Koyang city, 21,546? Many technology and trade events will be held during the exhibition. The organizers will try the best to provide perfect services to the exhibitors and visitors to enable every participant get successful and fruitful result in the exhibition.
For the purposes of internationalization, standardization and systematization, Heating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Fluid Exhibition-Korea has been applying for participating UFI (Union of International Fairs).

June 8 - Fedders Introduces 80% Efficiency Furnaces for 2005

Fedders Corporation announces the introduction of a new line of all position 80% Efficiency Furnaces. The new compact designs are some of the smallest in the industry at 35" tall, allowing more freedom of choice when selecting an installation location while also accommodating the 13 SEER "A" coils for today's more efficient air conditioning systems. All units come standard with low NOX compliant at 80% AFUE, typically an option on competitive products.
"Fedders' new furnaces provide a tremendous value for both trade and consumers," stated Todd Duckwitz, Senior Manager Product Planning, Residential HVAC. "Loaded with features that typically come standard, these furnaces are also built with heavy gauge aluminized tubular heat exchangers, completely weld free with double the standard requirements for life cycle with no signs of wear or corrosion. That's just one of the ways Fedders designs in reliability."
"In addition, the new Fedders 80% furnace has a low-firing rate which results in a very quiet unit," continued Duckwtiz.
Standard features include:

• Multi-port Inshot burners provide smooth ignition coupled with superior flame stability, low noise and reliability
• Easily converted to downflow installation with the option to vent out the left or right
• Energy-saving PSC, multi-speed, direct drive blower motors
• Electronic Hot Surface Ignition saves energy with increased flexibility
• Furnace Control Module with self-diagnostics to monitor furnace functions for safe operation
• Easy-install accessory terminals for humidifiers and air cleaners
• HoneywellR Smart Valve? II ignition systems and gas controls with self diagnostics for proven reliability
• Inducer fan provides precise air intake for optimum combustion and very low noise levels
• Available in sizes ranging from 35,000 to 135,000 BTUH input
• Capable of supporting 1.5 to 5 tons of air conditioning

June 7 - Sanyo Aims to Expand CO₂ Water Heater Business

Sanyo aims to expand the lineup of its "ECO CUTE" heat pump water heaters using the natural refrigerant CO2, and increase their market share. By preparing products such as multi-function types, the company intends to meet diverse user needs, and also begin supplying its heat pump units to other companies.
The market for the ECO CUTE and other heat pump water heaters has been expanding steadily and, since the government is to reinforce measures for diffusion of high-efficiency water heaters, it is expected to grow at an accelerating rate.
Sanyo's ECO CUTE lineup covers 240r/300r, 370r and 460r, and is available in fully automatic, hot water supply only and cold district types to meet various needs of users such as those living in detached houses and condominiums.
The 370r type features the conventional low body design and the industry's top-class compactness.
Sanyo's ECO CUTE water heaters are characterized by the industry's topclass COP of 4.02, whisper-quietness of 47 dB, and space-saving design (only 550 mm wide in the case of 370r class).
They are excellent energy savers, versatile to operate and easier to install.
Since the new series has maximum piping length of 15 m (with 6 bends), it can be installed easily under various conditions, while lowering the outdoor unit's noise level.

June 6 - Bangkok RHVAC 2005; September 14-18

JARN will participate in Bangkok RHVAC 2005 to be held on September 14-18.
Bangkok Refrigeration, Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning 2005 (Bangkok RHVAC 2005) promises to set new benchmarks in the industry as it builds on the success of the previous biennial fairs, with advances in indoor air quality chosen as this year's highlight. Mrs. Chantra Puranariksha, Director-General of the Department of Export Promotion, Ministry of Commerce revealed: "Bangkok RHVAC 2005, which is the fifth of its kind, will be held alongside the first Bangkok Electric and Electronics 2005 fair from September 14-18 at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). This will be a good opportunity for businessmen and all concerns in these industries." Over 600 exhibition booths representing over 300 local and overseas manufacturers are ready to participate in the fair on the total area of 20,000 square meters. An estimated 4,000 trade visitors from around the world will visit Bangkok RHVAC 2005, and the public days are likely to attract at least 30,000 people. This will mark the first year at BITEC for Bangkok RHVAC, as the increasing popularity of the event has necessitated the move to a larger venue.

June 5 - Carrier Extends Its Commitment to China

CarrierGround Breaking Ceremony in Shanghai, China
Apr. 26, 2005 Carrier Corporation, the world's largest provider of heating, air conditioning and commercial refrigeration (HVACR) solutions, extended its commitment to China with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new research and development (R&D) center in Shanghai.
The R&D Center, located at Jinqiao, Pudong, is scheduled to be fully operational by 2008. Carrier will spend approximately US$50 million in China over the next five years on R&D, including this center.
"The Carrier China Research & Development Center is yet another milestone in Carrier's rich history and long-term commitment in China," said Carrier Corporation President Geraud Darnis at the ground breaking ceremony. "It brings Carrier's investments in China to approximately US$175 million."
"We welcome multinational corporations to bring to China their most advanced technologies and products and develop appropriate technologies and products for the China market. We believe that the opening of the Carrier Global R&D Center in Shanghai will give a new boost to the promotion of the development of Green Buildings in China," said Mr. Qiu Baoxing, Vice Minister of Construction, who sent a congratulatory letter to Carrier for the groundbreaking.
Mr. Liu Jinping, Deputy Director of Shanghai Municipal Foreign Economic Relation & Trade Commission, Mr. Pan Qiusheng and Mr. Yang Yanru, experts from China's HVACR industry, Wang Chengming, Chairman of Shanghai Electric (Group) Corporation and Carrier senior executives attended the ceremony.
"Carrier's business relationship with China dates back to the 1930s and the company's commitment has and continues to grow," said Darnis.
In China, Carrier's growth over the years is evidenced by its revenues of nearly half a billion dollars (US); its 13 operations; nearly 40 sales and service offices; and more than 2,000 employees across the country.
Further details will be reported in JARN which will be issued on May 25, 2005.

June 3 - TCL and De'Longhi To Found New Joint Venture

On April 27, 2005, at Huizhou of Guangdong, TCL and De'Longhi S.P.A signed a contract on the foundation of a new joint venture, TCLDe'Longhi Home Appliance Zhongshan Company.
The initial investment of the new joint venture will be US$12.5 million, of which TCL and De'Longhi both hold a 50 percent share. The joint venture will be an integration of R&D, manufacturing, and product sales. An R&D division will be established to develop products fitting various market requirements based on portable AC and dehumidifier technologies provided by De'Longhi.
In May 2005, the joint venture will build a new manufacturing base in Zhongshan, Guangdong and the phase I project will be fully put into use in Oct. 2005. The new company plans to produce and sell 500, 000 portable ACs and dehumidifiers in 2006. By 2008, its producing capability will be increased to 1.5 million units and it will become the largest portable AC and dehumidifier manufacturing base all over the world by then.
De'Longhi will transfer all its portable AC and dehumidifier manufacturing to TCL-De'Longhi Home Appliance Zhongshan Company in two years.
The products of the joint venture will be labeled with two brands: TCL and De'Longhi.
They will be sold both in the domestic and overseas market. According to an agreement between TCL and De'Longhi, the new company will be in charge of the domestic market, De'Longhi will be in charge of the European market, and TCL will be in charge of Asia and the emerging markets.
Portable ACs and dehumidifiers have been sold in Europe for more than 20 years. Sales in Asia is expected to have an obvious growth because of the economic development in Asian countries, the increase of transient population, and the abnormal climate change all over the world.

June 2 - Daikin Opens D-Solution Plaza Shanghai

In April, Daikin (China) Investment Co., Ltd. has recently opened the largescale air-conditioning equipment showroom "D-Solution Plaza Shanghai" on Huaihai Road, Shanghai's main street, representing a total investment of 10 million yuan. Daikin (China) Investment Co., Ltd. is the controlling subsidiary in China of Daikin Industries, Ltd., Japan.
To commemorate the tenth anniversary of its China operations, Daikin has opened the largest and first-ever air-conditioning equipment showroom in the country, with a total area of 1,800 m2.
Visitors are able to examine a comprehensive line-up of the latest air-conditioning products from all the Daikin China Group production bases, ranging from complete systems for large buildings to energy-saving home units.
D-Solution Plaza Shanghai's several permanent installations set it apart from ordinary showrooms. These include an air conditioning library, a cutting-edge AC technologies experience zone, and an energy conservation verification corner.
The Plaza has been designed to provide total air-conditioning solutions.
The first showroom in China to be staffed with 40 full-time sales engineers, it affords visitors the opportunity not only to browse the latest air-conditioning products but also to gain an understanding of the relationship between air-conditioning equipment and energy conservation, along with the core technologies behind airconditioning's amenities. Prospective customers will also find professional advice on best air-conditioning system section.
With the opening of D-Solution Plaza Shanghai, the company plans to transfer advanced technologies from Japan to the fast-growing Chinese market, contributing to the further development of the country through the creation of a new air-conditioning culture.

June 1 - Panasonic Singapore and Danfoss Agree on Cooperation

Panasonic Refrigeration Devices Singapore (PRDS) and Danfoss Household Compressors entered into a global cooperation agreement for the procurement of production materials and components in the manufacturing of hermetic household compressors on 1 June 2005.
Both Panasonic and Danfoss Household Compressors are among the five largest manufacturers of hermetic compressors in the global white goods industry, where about 100 million compressors are purchased annually. PRDS production centers in Singapore with other factories in Malaysia, China and Japan. Danfoss Household Compressors is located with its headquarters and the largest factory for household and light commercial compressors in Germany and has other factories in Slovenia, Slovakia and Mexico.
The recent substantial increase in the price of raw materials has a considerable impact on both the white goods industry and compressor manufacturers. With the new procurement cooperation in place, PRDS and Danfoss Household Compressors hope to benefit from the more direct access to a global supplier network and the aggregate volume of standard materials and components requirements.
In the global household compressor market, PRDS and Danfoss Household Compressors will remain competitors along with others. As such, both parties attach great importance to an ongoing and critical evaluation of this joint activity to ensure any relevant competition legislation is respected in the household compressors market.
The President of Danfoss Household Compressors, Mr. J. Westermann and the Managing Director of PRDS, Mr. H. Kawai are both confident that the new cooperation will also benefit their stakeholders as this cooperation signifies a potential breakthrough in the strong competitive global industry for white goods.

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