Product News
Carrier launches R-290 high-temperature heat pump
Carrier has unveiled the AquaSnap ® 61AQ , its first hightemperature air source reversible heat pump for commercial applications that uses R-290 , a natural refrigerant with nearly-zero Global Warming Potential ( GWP ). Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation ( CARR ). The AquaSnap ® 61AQ has been specifically designed and optimised for R-290 , combining Carrier ’ s innovative engineering with features that deliver high temperatures , increased energy efficiency , noise reduction , and enhanced operational performance . It can deliver hightemperature heating up to 75 ° C at outdoor temperatures as low as -7 ° C and operates efficiently in extreme conditions down to -25 ° C . The unit ’ s design makes it perfect for diverse applications such as healthcare and collective dwellings and can integrate seamlessly with building systems to meet a wide range of heating needs while minimising environmental impact . Tailored to meet the challenges of stricter regulations , including F-Gas , the AquaSnap ® 61AQ sets a new standard in performance and sustainability in the race to decarbonise heating . The monobloc version spans capacities from 40 to 140 kW , while the modular version allows connection of up to four units , extending the capacity range to 560 kW . The use of R-290 refrigerant underscores Carrier ’ s commitment to sustainable heating solutions . R-290 complies with evolving environmental standards while maintaining reliable performance , and according to the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report , has a GWP of 0.02 .
Alfa Laval ’ s hydrogen solution
In today ’ s era of speedy implementations of sustainable solutions , Alfa Laval through Business Unit Welded Heat Exchangers , is at the forefront of innovation by developing heat exchangers serving the highcapacity hydrogen refueling stations for heavy-duty vehicles . As a part of the European consortium ‘ Refuelling Heavy Duty with very high flow Hydrogen ’, known as the RHeaDHy project , Alfa Laval is contributing to tackling climate change and promoting sustainable development with the EU ’ s Horizon Europe research program . Alfa Laval ’ s participation in the RHeaDHy project underscores its commitment to advancing hydrogen technology and
solidifying its leadership in sustainable solutions . With Europe ’ s plan to deploy hydrogen refuelling stations in every major city by 2030 , Alfa Laval ’ s innovative contributions are crucial for the future of transportation . The technology developed by RHeaDhy was nominated for the EU Innovation Radar Prize , which highlights the project ’ s potential impact . RHeaDHy ’ s high-performance hydrogen refuelling stations are essential to the EU ’ s transport decarbonization ambitions . By developing new high-flow refueling protocols and associated equipment , this project aims to transform the transportation sector , paving the way for a cleaner , sustainable future .
Vertiv launches liquid cooling services portfolio
Vertiv ( VRT ), a provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions , has announced the launch of Vertiv™ Liquid Cooling Services . This offering provides customers with the tools to enhance system availability , improve efficiency , and navigate the evolving challenges of advanced liquid cooling systems with confidence . The offering is now globally available . Vertiv Liquid Cooling Services offering is focused on providing seamless integration of liquid cooling systems with IT equipment and adjacent infrastructure . It includes expert installation and commissioning , ongoing maintenance with special attention to fluid management , cleanliness , and preventing air from entering the
system — key for system reliability . Traditional maintenance practices aren ’ t enough for the complexities of liquid cooling systems supporting critical AI applications . This offering leverages Vertiv ’ s decades of industry experience and provides best-practices delivery of preventive and condition-based maintenance to provide reliable and efficient system performance and to maximize availability . Vertiv™ Liquid Cooling Services include a full range of solutions designed to support AI-driven and high-performance computing environments , providing seamless integration , long-term reliability , and operational continuity . Vertiv ’ s certified technicians and field engineers provide
expert support at every stage , confirming that heat rejection systems and cooling loop fluid systems function optimally :
MHI Thermal Systems to launch “ Ene-Conductor ” heat source control system
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems , Ltd . ( MHI Thermal Systems ), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries ( MHI ) Group , announces the launch of a new model of its
“ Ene-Conductor ” Heat Source Control System for integrated control of centrifugal chillers and peripheral equipment such as chilled water pumps , cooling water pumps , and cooling towers . The new EC-8 model , to be added to the lineup this spring , allows for control of up to 8 centrifugal chiller units . With these features , the new model can be more widely used and installed in overseas large-scale facilities , as well as enhancing energy conservation for the whole facility . Ene-Conductor incorporates the operational and control knowledge and experiences as a centrifugal chiller manufacturer , offering a packaged solution with higher energy-saving control functions , such as controlling the number of centrifugal chillers , controlling the variable flow rate of chilled water and cooling water . With these packaged features , the new model automatically determines the optimal operation of the entire air conditioning system , reducing power consumption by up to approximately 26 %. In addition , because the repeated system design in each project and workload for installation can be reduced , the system can be installed easily . Furthermore , Ene-Conductor can be added to existing facilities , therefore , even without renewing and updating facilities , it is possible to install the Ene-Conductor and realize further energy savings . www . heat-exchanger-world . com Heat Exchanger World March 2025
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