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Teco have added R32 to their product line- up and showcased their ducted systems which are made for the harsh Australian cli- mate and even have vermin protection. Teco have also made their products more accessi- ble for installers.
The company will introduce new inverter units including an inverter portable air con- ditioner that will be available at the end of the year.
Strong interest in the Revere CO2 Heat Pump kept the team at the Automatic Heating stand on their toes.
The Revere CO2 35kW unit was on display. Consultants, specifiers, and end-users alike were keen to learn all about the advantages of employing natural refrigerant in electric heat- ing and hot water systems. Utilising R744 supercritical carbon dioxide refrigerant, the Revere CO2 heat pump delivers positive envi- ronmental outcomes such as a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of one, and zero ozone depleting potential (ODP).
Even in low ambient temperatures, down to -20 degrees, Revere CO2 heat pumps still pro- duce 65-90-degree hot water, making Revere CO2 suitable Australia-wide and in varied conditions.
According to company director Terry
Plaisted this is the valuable point of difference that separates the Revere CO2 heat pumps versus Heat Pumps utilising HFC refrigerants.
“Revere CO2 Heat Pumps will operate with minimal capacity reduction at low ambient temperature, as opposed to heat pumps using HFC refrigerants,” he said.
“Revere CO2 Heat Pumps also offer excep- tional Coefficient of Performance (COP) of up to 4.2. This equates to higher energy effi- ciency when compared to traditional electric hot water heaters and generates savings in energy costs.
“The unit also features an inbuilt compres- sor and circulating pump. We’ve incorporated Revere Co2 Heat Pumps into many of our prefabricated system builds to reduce both the impact on site and the time to complete a carbon neutral hot water installation.”
Revere CO2 Heat Pumps range from 5-80kW.
Mitsubishi Electric had its new floor stand- ing Vertical HYBRID Branch Controller (HBC) on show. This product is accessible from the front and at floor level during commissioning, meaning there is no need to break into the ceil- ing. The Vertical HBC is available as a 6-port main unit, with new compact 8 or 16-port sub- HBC options.
The Mitsubishi Electric range of Climaveneta products were also on display
the Automatic Heating team busy at ARBS.
including 4-pipe systems for both heating and cooling.
ActronAir had an extensive range of prod- ucts on display from residential split ducted systems, through to commercial split ducted systems. ActronAir has introduced R32 to its product portfolio to reduce their impact on the environment.
There was a big focus on their new range of controls including the innovative NEO control which was designed and built right here in Australia.
This year’s event wasn’t just about prod- ucts, it was also an opportunity to promote our industry and to let the world know why it is important to use a licensed RAC technician.
Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) partnered with Refrigerant Reclaim Australia (RRA) and the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) to produce a new brochure pro- moting licensed technicians.
The brochure was previewed at ARBS and is now available as a free download from the ARC and RRA websites for licensed techni- cians to include with their digital quotes.
ARC chief executive officer Glenn Evans said the brochure was designed to help fridg- ies explain to their customers why they should only deal with ARCtick licensed technicians.
“We all know how difficult it can be for a licensed technician to compete on price with someone who may be cutting corners, not recovering used refrigerants, and trimming the price accordingly,” he said.
“To help redress that balance, fridgies can attach this brochure to their quotes to explain that only ARCtick licensed technicians safely and legally recover gases from fridges, air con- ditioners and heat pumps.”
ABOVE: Seeley International showcased Climate Wizard.
TOP & ABOVE: There were plenty of products to see including new releases.
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ABOVE: The Revere CO2 heat pump kept
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