It isn’t often that Australia’s HVAC industry is recognised for it’s hard work which is why the 2012 ARBS Awards are so special. Sandra Van Dijk profiles the finalists.

Data centre managers will upgrade servers three times before they even consider replacing UPS or cooling systems, according to new research released by Emerson Network Power.

Training in natural refrigerants hydrocarbons and CO2 will be provided to 80 air conditioning and refrigeration technicians under the federal government’s National Workforce Development Fund (NWDF).

A survey of the building sustainability rating scheme has highlighted its acceptance along with areas of possible improvement.

The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has certified its 400th Green Star project.

In a bid to accelerate the adoption of natural refrigerants in Australia, a new industry group has been formally established to work with government and industry stakeholders.

Last December, Singapore’s Civil Defence Force (SCDF) announced the banning of hydrocarbons as a refrigerant in that country.

The Australian Government Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities contract with the current Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) expires on 12 September 2012.

Speaking at a side event to the 23rd meeting of the Parties, one manufacturer claimed the market share of hydrocarbons in automotive air conditioning (MAC) has risen to ten per cent

Australia boasts one of the longest-running product stewardship schemes for refrigerants in the world.

Carbon dioxide is being captured and used to cool offices by a firm in Thailand.

The Australian Institute of Refrigeration Airconditioning and Heating (AIRAH) has released a communique to the federal government warning the refrigerant levy will create a black market.

The aim is to induce sweeping technological change over the next decade by rewarding businesses that make the shift to cleaner energy sources and lower pollution industries.

Technology trends were an important part of the ARBS seminar program with some sessions featuring a number of international speakers.

The following HVAC&R heavyweights were recognised for their outstanding contributions to the industry and inducted into the ARBS Hall of Fame.

The 2012 exhibition just wouldn’t be complete without celebrating industry excellence at the ARBS Awards.