Features

Nearly zero-energy buildings are not just a global reality but rather are being recognised as being the need of the hour to reduce the use of energy, says Benwen Lopez, as he looks into the nZEB framework in the GCC region.

Posted: January 15, 2018

Although research suggests that the HVACR accessories sector is poised for growth in the coming months, industry insiders concur that the sector is faced with a number of challenges. Benwen Lopez, Assistant Editor at Climate Control Middles East, has the story...

Posted: April 25, 2017

Many in the industry may doubt the feasibility of using VRF systems in high-rise buildings, but Dharmesh Sawant of LG Electronics contends that they are not only a viable option but also a practical choice, especially for building owners looking to reduce their piping and energy costs.

Posted: October 3, 2016

Calling it the future of energy, George A Kenich, CEO of Anagenesis Ecosystems Innovations, makes a case for biomass energy and exemplifies how it can meet the region’s sustainable power demands.

Posted: October 2, 2016

Until recently, though weighing heavily in its favour, the jury was still out on VRF technology as a serious contender in the region. That road hump has now been crossed. What has changed the narrative in the short interim? We read the signposts that signal the crossover, and the road ahead.

Posted: September 20, 2016

Though BMS has been available in the market for many years, end-users continue to face obstacles that prevent them from fully reaping its benefits. One such obstacle, various stakeholders believe, is the industry-wide shortage of knowledgeable and skilled BMS operators. RMS has been proposed as a solution to overcome the problem, but is the region ready to deploy the technology?

Posted: August 17, 2016

With its recently launched Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is planning to introduce social, political and economic reforms, aimed at reducing its dependence on oil, diversifying its economy and establishing the country as a global investment powerhouse. In light of one of the Middle East's biggest markets announcing such sweeping and ambitious reforms, what could the future hold for the region's construction and HVACR industries?

Posted: July 19, 2016

The first-ever Annual Middle East HVAC Fire Safety Conference, produced by CPI Industry, the publishers of Climate Control Middle East, and held on May 9 in Dubai, UAE, was a converging point for manufacturers, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders in the HVAC and fire safety sectors. The avowed objective of the conference was to address key fire safety issues, with a strong HVAC slant. Moderated by Shamim Rashid- Sumar, the President of the UAE International Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) and the Director of Business Development for the Middle East & Project Manager at Jensen Hughes, the conference saw participants and delegates engage in informative and insightful discussions and debates on a variety of topics, including fire safety codes and standards, as well as new and existing fire protection equipment and technologies. We bring you the highlights in images...

Posted: June 30, 2016

With standards on performance, energy efficiency and safety regulations growing more stringent, HVAC industry insiders are reporting an increase in market interest in third-party testing. There are, however, allegations that some manufacturers and suppliers are either faking or misrepresenting certifications. In light of such claims, we ask: How reliable are third-party certification marks? How can the issue of spurious certification be tackled? And what can be done to stop their misuse?

Posted: June 20, 2016

H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, in an article written against the backdrop of announcing Dubai Solar Show, to be held from October 4 to 6, has underscored the potential of solar energy. We bring you the excerpts…

Posted: May 29, 2016