Heat Exchanger World Magazine May / June 2024 | Page 59

Product News
TCUK launches embedded building management solution
Toshiba Carrier UK has introduced its Interactive Intelligence II embedded Building Management Solution ( BMS ) – a
powerful web-based solution providing centralised control and monitoring of systems and equipment . Toshiba Carrier UK
Ltd ( TCUK ) is part of Carrier Global Corporation ( CARR ). The updated embedded solution controls and monitors all aspects of an air conditioning system and is installed in a customer ’ s premises , enabling systems to be optimised for occupant comfort and energy efficiency . Built on a web-based platform using the controller supports the latest webbrowsing technologies , it also allows communication to other standard BMS protocols , ensuring seamless accessibility for both Toshiba and third-party systems , without the need for additional and expensive gateways or dedicated PCs . Fully enclosed in a DIN rail mountable enclosure this offers many options for fixing in different locations . The new solution
eliminates the need for a dedicated PC and additional gateways , providing a compact and efficient one-box solution as it is fully networkable . The device can be programmed to support up to 128 indoor units , which can be further expanded by utilising additional modules , enabling this costeffective and versatile BMS to be used on small , medium , and large projects . The new powerful control system offers the ultimate in flexibility by being fully compatible with Modbus , BACnet , Analogue , and Digital I / O , and can seamlessly control and monitor Toshiba ’ s range of air conditioning systems , such as the high performance R32 VRF System ( SHRM Advance ), as well as other third-party equipment .
L & T initiates maiden steam generator for PHWR program
Larsen & Toubro ( L & T ) has reached a significant milestone by flagging off the inaugural steam generator ( SG ) for the 10 X 700 MWe PHWR Fleet Programme , developed entirely in India . Completing the development of the SG a remarkable 12 months ahead of contractual delivery , L & T underscores its commitment to advancing nuclear technology in
the country . The steam generator , a vital component , acts as a heat exchanger , converting water into steam using heat generated within the nuclear reactor core . These generators are pivotal elements supplied to the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd ( NPCIL ). The flag-off ceremony unfolded at L & T ’ s AM Naik Heavy Engineering
Complex located in Hazira , Gujarat , marking a momentous occasion in the nation ’ s nuclear energy journey . Expressing pride in this achievement , L & T Heavy Engineering & L & T Valves reiterated their dedication to leading industry standards . Anil V Parab , Wholetime Director & Senior Executive Vice President , emphasized L & T ’ s
alignment with India ’ s ambitious target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 . Additionally , Parab highlighted L & T ’ s synergy with NPCIL ’ s mission to rapidly expand India ’ s nuclear power capacity to 22,480 MWe by 2032 , demonstrating a remarkable threefold increase in less than a decade .