� BECKETT INTRODUCES NEW RF BURNER
The Beckett RF Oil , Biodiesel , and Renewable Diesel Burner is UL Listed and rigorously tested for use with up to 100 % biodiesel ( B100 ), 100 % renewable diesel ( R100 ), and traditional # 1 and # 2 fuel oils . This burner is engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern equipment and the shift towards renewable fuels , offering a firing range of 0.38 to 1.75 GPH .
The RF Burner is particularly suited for retrofit applications , allowing technicians to upgrade existing systems with minimal disruption . This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for modernizing older heating systems to meet today ’ s efficiency and sustainability standards . In addition , the RF Burner is available in convenient “ burner-in-abox ” packages , streamlining installation and offering all necessary components in one easy-to-manage kit .
� AHR EXPO INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS
The AHR Expo ( International Air-Conditioning , Heating , Refrigerating Exposition ) announced the winners of the 2025 AHR Expo Innovation Awards . Winners represent innovative products and technologies in the market .
In addition to celebrating innovation in HVACR , the Innovation Awards provide a means to strengthen the industry by allowing for the AHR Expo Workforce Development program , which aims to grow the industry through programming geared to inspire future members of the HVACR community . Funds collected from the entry fees are donated to programming at the student level , including show field trips , curated introductions to professionals and manufacturers , laboratory equipment and monetary donation to student programs in the hosting city . Learn more about workforce development on ahrexpo . com .
WINNERS FOR THE 2025 AHR EXPO INNOVATIONS AWARDS INCLUDE :
BUILDING AUTOMATION WINNER : Distech Controls Innovation : Eclypse Facilities Eclypse Facilities is a game-changer for system integrators , equipment manufacturers and leading digital partners who can leverage unparalleled openness and interoperability with Eclypse controllers to deliver advanced digital services . Buildings implementing Eclypse ensure the highest occupant satisfaction , equipment performance and minimal operational costs to maintain the highest asset value .
HEATING WINNER : AERCO , A Watts Water Company Innovation : AERCO CFR CFR is the world ’ s first stainless steel condensing boiler that can be installed in a Category I vent , making it an ideal solution for the commercial retrofit market . It delivers energy savings , reliable performance , and cost-saving installation flexibility in a compact footprint to cost-effectively comply with local energy mandates .
INDOOR AIR QUALITY WINNER : Senva Inc . Innovation : TotalSense Indoor Air Quality Sensor The TotalSense Air Quality configurable sensor is available with any combination of ten sensors including Carbon Dioxide ( CO2 ), Carbon Monoxide ( CO ), relative humidity ( RH ), temperature , occupancy detection ( PIR ), total volatile organic compounds ( TVOC ), Ozone ( O3 ), particulate matter ( PM ), barometric pressure and ambient light .
PLUMBING WINNER : Grundfos Innovation : Grundfos ALPHA HWR The Grundfos HWR is a high-efficiency , digitally connected circulator for domestic hot water recirculation systems , with an energy rating of 215 from the Hydraulic Institute . The fully digital solution achieves advanced comfort with maximum water and energy savings .
SOFTWARE WINNER : Radiant Professionals Alliance Innovation : Building Efficiency System Tool 6.2 The Radiant Professionals Alliance ’ s ( RPA ) free interactive Building Efficiency System Tool revolutionizes HVAC system efficiency comparison . BEST Software is held by Taco ( which has control over the content and function thereof ). The Software is copyrighted and protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions .
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS WINNER : LG Electronics U . S . A . Inc . Innovation : LG Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump New heat pump products such as this innovation from LG have been developed to combat cold climate challenges , operating down to -31 ° F ( -35 ° C ).
TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS WINNER : PassiveLogic Innovation : PassiveLogic Sense Nano The Sense Nano is a truly wireless sensor — communicating via Bluetooth mesh , while extracting its operating energy from the surrounding environment . Goodbye , battery replacements . Installing in 15 seconds , it fits in the palm of your hand . And it packs a punch with seven sensors inside a 45mm diameter ring .
VENTILATION WINNER : Rosenburg USA , Inc . Innovation : Rosenberg I-Series Backward Curved Fans Rosenberg has developed 23 models of I-Series fans , ranging from 355MM to 630MM . The high-efficiency , high-volume I-impeller features five backward-curved , hollow-profiled , airfoil section aluminum blades , with efficiency-optimized circumferential diffusers . The new impeller can increase efficiencies up to 11 %, while reducing noise levels . l FON
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