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Contents
Climate Control News
December 2022-January 2023
In the news
New CEO 06
AIRAH is searching for a new CEO to replace Tony Gleeson.
Panasonic deal 08
Panasonic Corporation is set to acquire Systemair’s commercial business.
Record emissions 10
CO2 emissions from buildings and construction hit a new high.
Emerson growth 12
Emerson creates new joint venture in $14 billion deal with Blackstone.
RAC testing 13
Federal government has published the results of RAC bench testing.
This month
R32 portfolio 26
MHIAA adds two new R32 products to its existing line-up.
Big data 32
Is your HVAC equipment compatible with big data?
HVAC optimisation 38
Tools for energy optimisation in commissioning and operation.
Data centres 40
Five trends set to shape the data centre industry in 2023.
Net zero 42
Australia’s transition to net zero will be steel intensive.
Cover
Actrol is a leading wholesaler of parts to the refrigeration, air conditioning and allied industries. Today Actrol services both Australia and New Zealand with more than 80 locations. Offering a wide range of products with close associations with renowned brands such as Cabero, Tecumseh and Prime Refrigerant.
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Wholesalers outlook
CCN’s annual wholesalers feature includes a profile on Actrol, new partnerships and shifts in the Australian market including the economic outlook for HVAC equipment through to 2027. Page 14
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