OKLAHOMA CITY—ClimateMaster will showcase the latest in its Tranquility line of geothermal and water-source heat pumps, including the first geothermal heat pump product line integrating digital communicating controls, at Greenbuild 2013 booth No. 2401, November 20 to 22 in Philadelphia.The company will feature its Tranquility 30 Digital (TE) unit, which joins the award-winning Tranquility 22 Digital (TZ) to create the industry’s first heat pump product line integrating digital communicating controls, two-stage capacity, variable-speed fan and variable-flow geothermal source functions within a single package. The TE unit additionally employs iGate and vFlow technology, which allows end-users and contractors to monitor...

ORLANDO, FLA.—Hyatt Regency Orlando, formerly The Peabody Orlando, announced it will offer 25 new hypoallergenic rooms installed by PURE Solutions. Treated with a patented seven-step process to kill and protect against 99.9 percent of viruses and bacteria, PURE rooms virtually eliminate all surface and airborne irritants and create a hypoallergenic and rejuvenating space for allergy-sufferers and health-conscious travelers.“Our allergy-friendly rooms are especially popular with business travelers,” said Brian Brault, CEO of PURE Solutions. “When you’re away from home for a business meeting or conference, the last thing you want to worry about are allergy symptoms or getting a good...

MEDINA, MINN.—Polaris Industries Inc. announced the availability of the all-new Polaris GEM eM1400 vehicle. The compact electric vehicles are ready for order through all 280 authorized GEM dealers in North America. With industry-leading payload and cargo as well as versatile configurations, the GEM eM1400 can be customized to fit a variety of work applications.“The entire GEM team is extremely excited to bring the all-new eM1400 to the market,” said Tim Blinkhorn, General Manager for GEM. “This vehicle was purpose built for customers who want a light electric utility vehicle that is rugged, durable, and tackles work applications.”Backed by 60...

PORDENONE, ITALY—Electrolux Professional announced that the range of high spin washers that have earned the Energy Star has now increased to include washers with a capacity larger than 105 litres (up to 45 pounds).Energy Star is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Established in 1992 to help save money and protect the environment, it provides customers with guidelines on energy efficient products and practices. The strict conditions that a product must fulfil before qualifying for the government-backed label are reliable insurance that the product contributes significant measurable energy...

RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, has redesigned its website, UniMac.com, to better relay the brand’s key messaging. The site showcases UniMac as an industry leader offering the lowest cost of ownership across all on-premises environments.“For more than 60 years, UniMac has produced industrial-quality laundry equipment with unmatched technology features that improve throughput and lower costs; it is important for our web presence to better reflect this leadership,” said Bill Brooks, National Sales Manager for UniMac. “As our customers’ first point of contact, the website needs to be easily navigable and put information about the benefits...

TORONTO—Sustainable Travel International has announced the launch of its Canada operations, in an effort to enhance the organization’s mission to collaborate with destinations, businesses and travelers to implement innovative sustainable tourism development and conservation solutions that protect the environment, support adaptation to climate change, maintain sense of place, and generate economic benefits.The new Canada office and nonprofit subsidiary boasts a high profile Canadian Board of Directors made up of leaders in the travel sector, and is a fully integrated extension of the organization’s international operations, which is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The new office increases the non-governmental organization’s reach...

TORONTO—Canadian Linen and Uniform Service, a leading supplier of linen and uniform rental services in North America, announced the launch of a pilot program that will test three new types of alternative fuel vehicles in an effort to positively impact the environment and assess the impact on the company’s overall operations. Compressed natural gas (CNG), propane and plug-in electric vehicles will be tested this fall and throughout the upcoming year.“We have one of the largest fleets in the industry, so we have the capacity to put some resources towards reducing emissions while exploring the impact on fuel costs,” said...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Preserve as a Green Product & Service Directory partner. Made with recycled yogurt cups, Preserve’s toothbrushes and razors are a colorful, eco-friendly choice for guests. All of the company’s products are made in the United States from 100 percent recycled plastic, and recyclable through municipal recycling where #5 plastic is accepted or through Preserve’s Gimme 5 retail-based and mail-in recycling program. Learn more by going to www.preserveproducts.com, or contacting sales@preserveproducts.com or (781) 893-2204, ext. 109.

MUSKEGON, MICH.—EarthTronics is now offering its 10 watt BR30 EarthBulb LED floodlight to provide 685 lumens with a 110 degree beam angle for full radial illumination and the capability of dimming to less than 5 percent.Replacing a 65 watt incandescent floodlight with the new 10 watt BR30 EarthBulb LED floodlight will provide more than 80 percent energy savings. BR30 EarthBulb LED lamps are designed with the same form factor as the BR30 lamps that they are replacing. In addition, the BR30 EarthBulb LED floodlight offers: 2700K white light with high color rendering rating of greater than 80, medium screw...

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros, the innovator of an ultra low water cleaning system, announced that it has officially opened its North American headquarters in Manchester, N.H. The company also named three industry veterans to lead its North American sales and operations and to support its current customers. The appointees include Jonathan Benjamin as President North America; David Kaupp, Vice President of Marketing; and Jim Basler as Director of Operations.Through the use of polymer bead technology, the patented Xeros System for commercial laundry uses 70 percent less water, up to 50 percent less energy, and approximately 50 percent less detergent, to deliver...