Dr. Joaquin Carrasco, Professor of Control Systems at the University’s School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, has taught various Control Systems courses to Master’s students in the Master of Science in Advanced Control and Systems Engineering program for the past six years. He has received overwhelmingly positive student feedback from using Maple T.A., the powerful online testing and assessment system from Maplesoft, in his Control Systems classes. He has also recently incorporated Maplesoft’s MapleSim and the MapleSim CAD Toolbox into his Robotics courses. With the MapleSim CAD Toolbox, students can see how their mechanical CAD models behave as part of a larger, multidomain system.

The private equity firm J.F. Lehman & Co. on Monday said its portfolio company Trident Maritime Systems has sold its Hoffman Engineering company to another investment firm, Branford Castle Partners. […]

Italy’s Fincantieri on Tuesday signed a memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Arab Emirates’ EDGE Group to expand their cooperative work on naval systems to include underwater systems for […]

Sweden’s Saab pitched a new autonomous control system to be used for naval vessels during the Euronaval expo in Paris this month. The company said this new system, Autonomous Ocean […]

Vatn Systems, a startup developing autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for U.S. and allied military customers, on Tuesday said it has raised $13 million in seed funding to further expand its […]

DDI System announced the launch of its newly revamped website, www.ddisystem.com. The website offers an in-depth overview of DDI System’s Inform ERP software along with industry specific features, authentic client testimonials and robust partner integrations.

The major drivers of future-proofed HVAC systems are efficiency, resiliency, electrification, and grid-interactivity.

When Sheridan College launched its Energy and Climate Master Plan, with the goal of cutting campus energy and greenhouse gas emissions by half, they realized that they would need to transform their heating and cooling system.

The DOE aims to build upon current Enhanced Geothermal Shots by accelerating research, development, and demonstrations within enhanced geothermal systems, to tap into and better understand resources while significantly reducing the cost of EGS.

Thomas Yoon, president and CEO, LG North America CEO, addresses barriers to market growth at a recent White House executive roundtable. 

If space is a problem or to save time and money (up to 30 percent), monitor supply and return detectors from a single power board using InnovairFlex’s semi and fully distributed 2-to-1 sensor to power board capability.

New from FasTest for the HVACR market is the CoreMax SV, an advanced single port service valve with significant performance advantages over conventional service valves typically used in split system air conditioner systems.

Midea America Corp. has introduced the Premier Series, a completely refined inverter ductless system technology. While the majority of these provide 100% heating output at 5°F ambient temperatures, most offer 100% of the stated cooling capacity at -4°F, with a few attaining 100% cooling at -22°F.

The GPS-iClean is the world’s first self-cleaning, no-maintenance air purification system that can reduce particles, control odors, kill pathogens, and even save energy by reducing ventilation air requirements.

Mastercool’s new A/C System Analyzer is an all-in-one tool that not only calculates critical information for the air conditioning system but also diagnosis basic system problems. The LCD display leads the technician through basic tests, making service quicker and less complicated.

LG Art Cool™ Premier delivers unrivaled performance. Efficient and quiet (down to 17dB(A)) the duct-free air conditioning system delivers powerful heating performance down to -13°F.

LG Multi F heat pump systems provide air conditioning for two, three, four, or up to eight separate zones. With a variety of indoor units available, systems can be configured with all non-ducted, all ducted, or both non-ducted and ducted indoor units.

Mastercool’s new A/C System Analyzer is an all in one tool that not only calculates critical information for the air conditioning system but also diagnosis basic system problems. The LCD display leads the technician through basic test making service quicker and less complicated.

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Just like the online retail giant solved its verification problems with snapshots of delivered packages, the HVAC industry must prove its product — comfort — is being delivered to the customer.

With the rapid expansion of data centers driven by AI, cloud computing, and gaming, the demand for sustainable HVAC systems has never been higher — see what HVAC contractors can do to help curb energy consumption. 

A question I’m frequently asked is, where do you start when improving a poorly performing duct system? Do you tear it out and start over again, or is there an easier way? The good news is, there is a simple, logical pattern you can follow to optimize a duct system.

Paying attention to these 10 factors will ensure that customers get the highest possible comfort and efficiency.

Some comfort and indoor air quality issues we encounter bleed over from areas that we might be unfamiliar with. The most common are the influences of building construction, like leakage and insulation.

Replacing manual parts with electronic was the theme at Sanhua’s booth at the AHR Expo.

Transcend Communities are net zero, all-electric, healthy, resilient, connected, solar-powered, and cost-effective homes located in mixed-use communities — and an in-floor radiant system that will heat and cool both air and water is pivotal to this.

The proper design, installation, and maintenance of these valves is vital for the safe operation of R-744 refrigeration systems, especially in industrial and commercial applications.

Managers, company leaders, and school district administrators should explore all available options to heighten the safety and cleanliness of their respective spaces.

The pandemic has caused IAQ to become a big concern, which has led industry experts to recommend increasing ventilation and upgrading filtration for commercial buildings.

For contractors in humid climates, a lot of the comfort they provide is through being able to control humidity levels, which can be aided by adding a secondary dehumidification system.

With Zonefirst's Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss system enables homeowners to manage both lighting and temperature settings through an app.

The kenza cloud is a cloud-based platform for distributors, contractors, building owners, and facility managers who would benefit from remotely controlling, scheduling, and charting City Multi and M-Series systems’ data, along with getting off-site troubleshooting support.

The Sinamics G120XE was designed specifically for the demands of industrial pump, fan and compressor applications in a wide variety of markets.

The Access Control System for the Geniox units allows operators to optimize ventilation performance, helping them to create a healthy and comfortable indoor climate. 

The air365 Max with HeatForce heat pump can operate at 100% heating capacity with outdoor temperatures as low as -13°F and at 90% capacity down to -22°F.

The collaboration between Airzone and Samsung will make it possible to connect HVAC units from any leading manufacturer to Samsung's SmartThings platform.

The Markham District Energy facility differs from standard applications because instead of relying on conventional energy sources, it captures waste heat from sewage, which enters at about 5°C and is converted into 95°C usable heat.

Hydronic snowmelt systems can bring convenience and comfort to places like zoos, sidewalks, decks, pools, and driveways — but they can also save lives.

With rising energy prices and new legislation escalating demand for more efficient buildings, modern hydronics presents a viable solution to reduce HVAC systems’ negative impact on the environment.

When considering radiant heating options, installers and homeowners are learning that using both hydronic and electric sources may be the best of both worlds.

Hydronic zone systems have proven themselves to be a sustainable heating and cooling option with a longer lifespan, and potential for cost savings.

In this month’s troubleshooting situation, you are responding to a customer’s complaint that their walk-in cooler “isn’t cooling enough.”

NASRC to offer free training event for refrigeration technicians in St. Louis who want to learn more about natural refrigerants, such as CO₂ and propane.

NASRC to offer free training event for refrigeration technicians in Pittsburgh who want to learn more about natural refrigerants, such as CO₂ and propane.

Now available up to 40 hp, this product has a smartphone interface and comes in stand-alone, disconnect, and bypass versions.

The question of replacing a blower versus an entire system – versus the chance something else is the real culprit – remains a case-by-case challenge.

Inverter technology is being incorporated into a wider range of HVAC systems, allowing the equipment to operate at lower speeds and consume less energy, which results in significant energy savings and lower carbon emissions.

Dynamic Systems Inc.’s l Stand-alone Mobile Inventory Application (SMIBA) uses barcodes to manage inventory and upload the information to any accounting system.

A new, national program from Carrier and Orca Energy, a leading geothermal utility provider, is designed to makes geothermal heating and cooling more accessible in new construction homes. Orca Energy will provide financing for geothermal earth loops in new residential developments with the purchase of a Carrier geothermal system.