EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS
INCORPORATING COLD CHAIN
Key strides take shape
at AHR Expo
Compiled by Ntsako Khosa
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The AHR Expo took place from 3 – 5 February in Orlando,
Florida. Cold Link Africa was part of one of the largest HVAC&R
exhibitions this year.
according to the AHR website. The
technology provides up to 10%
greater energy efficiency compared
to standard CO 2 refrigeration
solutions. It works by pulling liquid
refrigerant from the suction side and
inject it into the evaporator.
With the solution, Danfoss aims
to assist customers in making
the transition to climate-friendly
refrigerants while saving energy,
maintaining system reliability and
ensuring food safety, according
to AHR.
Danfoss also won in the cooling
category with its Interlaced Micro
Channel Heat Exchanger (iMCHE),
which integrates multiple circuits into a
single coil.
EXPO HIGHLIGHTS
With a number of exhibitors sharing
their latest information, these are some
of the takeaways.
HVACR refrigerants, regulations,
and a look to the future were the
topics of discussion at Emerson’s
E360 Breakfast. The early morning
meeting helped professionals gain
valuable insights into the transitioning
world of refrigerants and regulations.
Furthermore, the breakfast unpacked
several industry trends to keep an eye
usiness unit leader, Dale
Macnamara says, “after
attending the AHR expo and
ASHRAE conference, I was really
impressed with the events, fantastic
new technology on display, all the
massive brands were present and
awesome educational forums were
available for attendees, not
forgetting workshops and
conferences within the Expo.”
International participation was
strong and from all over the world. “I
walked about 50 000 steps in two days,
this shows how massive the show is and
all of it happened under one roof! I
look forward to sharing all the info over
the next few months,” he adds.
Danfoss won AHR Expo Product of
the year award for its CO 2 Adaptive
Liquid Management Solution
(CALM). The product also won in the
refrigeration category. The category
winners were already announced in
October 2019. The overall winner was
then chosen from the 10 category
winners and announced at the AHR
Expo itself.
The CALM solution combines a
liquid ejector and adaptive liquid
control case controller algorithm to
fully utilise the evaporator surface
in display cases and cold rooms,
From left: Olu Soluade, ASHRAE’s South African Chapter vice president and Dale
Macnamara at the 2020 AHR Expo in the US.
out on over the next decade.
Danfoss hosted its 25th annual press
breakfast, offering insights into the
state of the company, as well as the
HVACR industry. A discussion was also
held around the transition to R-32.
The ASHRAE Conference comprised
of eight tracks, selected to represent
areas of focus common among
ASHRAE membership. The track
focus areas included HVAC&R
fundamentals and applications,
systems and equipment, refrigeration
and refrigerants, and other specific
topics including novel approaches
to HVAC&R systems and buildings
for contemporary concerns and
analytical techniques to economically
automate buildings. Conference
chair, Melanie Derby says, “the 2020
ASHRAE Winter Conference featured
a strong technical programme
including presentations and discussions
on best design practices and
standards, incorporation of innovative
technologies, and cutting-edge
approaches applicable to a wide
range of buildings-related engineers,
architects, and professionals.”
The Women in ASHRAE Breakfast
saw ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer,
Karine Leblanc, present “Everyone
Communicates, Few Connect”. Her
presentation looked at Five Principles
and Five Practices to develop the
crucial skill of connecting, like:
• Finding common ground
• Keeping your communication
simple
• Capturing people’s interest
• Inspiring people
• Staying authentic in all your
relationships
According to Leblanc, the ability
to connect with others is a major
determining factor in reaching your full
potential.
Current ASHRAE President Darryl
Boyce provided an update on his
presidential theme.
Forward thinking discussions and
technology was showcased in every
corner of the Show floor. CLA
9 - 11 JUNE 2021
GALLAGHER, CONVENTION CENTRE, JHB
www.frigairexpo.co.za
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www.coldlinkafrica.co.za
COLD LINK AFRICA •
March/April 2020