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Climate Control News
August 2019
In the news
Licensing changes 06
A new licensing regime for technicians in Queensland is set to commence on January 1, 2020.
Cladding agency 08
A new agency has been set up to begin cladding rectification works in Victoria.
Leadership Awards 10
Record breaking support from sponsors has made this year’s HVACR Leadership Awards the biggest to date.
Testing times 14
After three decades of success, is the Montreal Protocol losing its shine?
VRF/VRV technology 15
How to get the best results from your VRF/VRV technology.
This month
Building crisis 16
A new Deakin University report identifies the most common building defects.
IAQ Feature 20
Buyers pay more for homes or buildings with high environmental ratings.
Hot product 26
Demand for heat pumps is set to top 12 per cent per annum.
Heat recovery 28
Researchers crunch the numbers on heat transfer in subway tunnels.
Skills shortage 34
Minister for Skills and Vocational Education, Senator Michaelia Cash, outlines the government’s plans to create 80,000 new apprenticeships.
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Heating
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This month's feature examines the escalating demand for eco-friendly alternatives to conventional heating appliances. Weld Australia CEO, Geoff Crittenden, talks to CCN about improving workplace safety for boilermakers.
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