Heat Exchanger World Magazine February 2024 | Page 7

Community Update
Trane recognized for sustainability
Trane Technologies has been named to Corporate Knights ’ 2024 Global 100 , recognised as the leader in the Building Products industry and ranking 23rd overall . Emphasising the impact of a company ’ s core products and services , the Global 100 is one of the world ’ s most valued and transparent sustainability ratings . To determine its rankings , over 6,000 companies were assessed across 25 key
performance indicators including sustainable investment , carbon productivity and racial and gender diversity . “ Corporate Knights ’ Global 100 only includes companies that make sustainable solutions a core part of their business , complimenting Trane Technologies ’ long-embedded and industry-differentiating strategy ,” said Paul Camuti , executive vice president and chief technology and sustainability
officer of Trane Technologies . “ We are extremely proud of our 2024 Global 100 rankings and , guided by our purpose to boldly challenge what ’ s possible for a sustainable world , look forward to driving continued investment in sustainable innovation – accelerating decarbonization of buildings and the cold chain .” In late 2023 , Trane Technologies announced the fulfillment of its August 2021 commitment to deliver
fully electric , zero direct emission Thermo King ® refrigeration solutions for every segment of the cold chain in the Europe , Middle East and Africa ( EMEA ) region by 2023 . The company is also advancing its 2030 Sustainability Commitments , including the Gigaton Challenge – a pledge to reduce customer greenhouse gas emissions by 1 billion metric tons ( or , one gigaton ) – and its pledge to be net-zero by 2050 .
Super Tube / Fine Tubes appoints Connie Wang
Connie Wang has been appointed as the Business Segment Controller for Superior Tube and Fine Tubes , part of the AMETEK Specialty Metal Products ( SMP ) business unit . This strategic decision marks a significant step forward for the precision tube manufacturers and sets the stage for continued growth and success . Based at the SMP headquarters in Collegeville , PA , USA , Connie now oversees the financial landscape of the Tube division . In this pivotal position , she will be working in close collaboration with the Superior Tube and Fine Tubes teams . Connie ’ s primary focus will be on spearheading financial initiatives , ensuring the attainment of accounting and financial operational goals , and reinforcing robust internal controls . She brings a wealth of experience to this role , including progressively responsible positions across China and the United States . Connie stated of her appointment : “ I am excited to take on the role of Business Segment Controller . I am committed to driving financial excellence and collaborating closely with the Superior Tube and Fine Tubes teams to achieve our operational objectives .” Ryan O ’ Connell , DVP Business Segment Manager Tube , adds : “ We welcome Connie to AMETEK SMP . Her wealth of knowledge , proven leadership and keen financial insight will play a pivotal role in our continued success .” Specialty metal tube businesses , Fine Tubes and Superior Tube , manufacture precision-engineered tubes for missioncritical applications in the aerospace , defense , medical , nuclear , renewable energy , and space sectors . Educationally , Connie boasts a strong foundation with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Shanghai University and a Master of Business Administration from Temple University . Her commitment to professional excellence is further underscored by her status as a Certified Management Accountant ( CMA ).