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Product News
Industrial Heat Pump Alliance launches procurement toolkit
The IHP Alliance , a joint initiative by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , the National Electrical Manufacturers Association , and the Renewable Thermal Collaborative , has launched a new tool to help facilities procure industrial heat pumps ( IHPs ) more easily . The IHP Procurement Toolkit includes a request-for-quote template that simplifies the purchasing process for companies . After answering questions about their technical and budgetary needs , facilities can submit their responses to suppliers , fostering competitive bids without extensive vendor interactions . IHPs can meet over 30 % of industrial process heat demand , with applications in sectors like food production , paper processing , and consumer goods manufacturing . However , low natural gas prices and limited product availability have slowed their adoption in the U . S .
Richard Hart , Industry Director at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , emphasized the benefits of IHPs for cost savings and sustainability , while Blaine Collison of the Renewable Thermal Collaborative highlighted the toolkit ’ s role in speeding up decarbonization efforts for global manufacturers . This initiative aims to accelerate the transition to energy-efficient technologies in the industrial sector .
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Karman Industries to deliver advanced thermal energy technology
Karman Industries , a Long Beach-based company , has emerged from stealth with $ 4 million in pre-seed funding led by Riot Ventures , in partnership with Space VC . Founded in
August 2024 , Karman aims to help global manufacturers reduce costs and eliminate onsite Scope 1 emissions by transitioning from natural gas to electric power . The company ’ s flagship
product , Thermal01 , is a highperformance electric heat pump designed to replace outdated gas boilers in industrial heat production , which accounts for 20 % of global greenhouse gas emissions . Karman ’ s technology draws on innovations from the aerospace and electric vehicle sectors , including advanced turbomachinery and highfrequency power electronics . CEO and Co-Founder David Tearse projects that adopting Thermal01 could reduce energy costs by 25-50 % before government subsidies . Thermal01 ’ s modular design allows for easy integration into existing manufacturing facilities . Co-Founder and CTO Chiranjeev ( CJ ) Kalra , Ph . D ., formerly of Antora Energy and Heliogen , leads the development of the proprietary technology . Riot Ventures ’ Co-Founder Will Coffield highlighted the potential impact , noting that approximately 700,000 natural gas boilers worldwide , including 125,000 in the U . S ., could be replaced by Karman ’ s efficient , eco-friendly solution .
AutomationDirect has added new Saginaw Enviro-Therm ® airto-air heat exchangers that use the enclosure ’ s ambient air and either heat pipes or aluminum plate to transfer heat from inside the enclosure to the external environment . Since the ambient air is the cooling medium , the need for refrigerant is eliminated . Features include corrosion-resistant internal components , a filter-less design for maximum cooling and reduced clogging , simple installation using included threaded mounting studs , a programmable digital controller , and many other great features . The new Saginaw Enviro-Therm ® air-to-air heat exchangers are cULus recognized Type 3R and 12 and start at USD 1,119.00 .
Carbon Limit debuts heat crisis-combatting concrete additive
Carbon Limit , a climate tech company , has introduced CoolCrete™ , a sustainable concrete additive designed to reduce heat and carbon emissions . CoolCrete lowers the carbon footprint of concrete by up to 40 % by replacing a portion of traditional cement and reduces surface temperatures through improved solar reflectance and thermal emittance . Early tests indicate a cooling effect of up to 10 degrees Celsius at peak temperatures , helping to lower energy use for cooling . CoolCrete addresses the Urban Heat Island Effect , where cities are significantly hotter than rural areas due to concrete use . This exacerbates energy demand , health risks , and environmental degradation . July 2024 saw the hottest recorded temperatures , and heat-related deaths in 2023 surpassed 2,300 . In partnership with NCP Industries and Bison Innovative Products , Carbon Limit will incorporate CoolCrete technology into architectural products like pavers and rooftop decking . These products are expected to hit the market in late 2024 , offering a sustainable solution for both commercial and residential projects . Tim Sperry , CEO of Carbon Limit , emphasizes that CoolCrete is designed to protect future generations by combating the rising heat crisis and ensuring safer outdoor environments . www . heat-exchanger-world . com Heat Exchanger World October 2024
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