Kevin Boyle has been promoted to the position of General Manager at Mitsubishi Electric Ireland. Kevin has worked as Financial Controller at the company since January 2016. During this time Kevin has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, in addition to possessing a passion for fostering a positive work environment. His appointment is effective immediately.Read More
REHVA, the Federation of European HVAC Associations, has published the second review of its COVID-19 Guidance. The latest version focusses on the reopening and safe use of buildings and suggests mitigation measures on specific components and building types, including a document on how to reopen schools, the use of fan coils with recirculation, and minimising...Read More
EN 378 is a safety and environmental standard for refrigeration systems and heat pumps. The first edition was published in the year 2000, and there was a major revision in 2008. Since then the Standard has been under review and the latest revision, EN378:2016, has just replaced the previous 2008 version which is now withdrawn....Read More
Hoctor Refrigeration, Tullamore, Co Offaly, is one of Ireland’s longest-established and leading refrigeration and air conditioning companies. Principal Liam Hoctor set up the business in 1981 having first served his apprenticeship, and worked for five years, under the expert tutelage of Matt Butler, Butler Refrigeration, in Thurles.Read More
As we approach the mid-point of 2016, GT Phelan’s decision at the beginning of the year to expand its portfolio with the addition of a second market-leading brand is already paying dividends. Clients, specifiers, dealers and installers recognise the added strength of the expanded portfolio, and the additional heating and air conditioning solutions GT Phelan...Read More
Samsung Electronics UK has entered into an agreement with GT Phelan Ltd to distribute the brand’s air conditioning equipment* throughout Ireland from January 2016. With over 30 years experience working with another industry-leading air conditioning brand, GT Phelan was a natural fit for Samsung’s range of air conditioning solutions.Read More
Further to the compromise agreement reached on the revision of the F Gas Regulation just before Christmas between industry and the European Commission and Parliament, Building Services News asked Mike Nankivell, Chairman of the ACRIB F Gas Implementation Group (in the UK), for an update on the situation as is currently stands. Mike is ideally...Read More
An excellent attendance at the recently-held Institute of Refrigeration Ireland (IRI) annual general meeting — coupled with active engagement from those present — confirmed the enduring strength of the Institute and its importance for the industry as a whole going forward.Read More
Since establishing its dedicated Dublin-based operation last year to serve the 32 counties of Ireland, Panasonic has gained considerable market share. A more structured management process, coupled with the regular introduction of new products and streamlined logistics, have resulted in increased sales at a time when the market in general is somewhat deflated.Read More
