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Johnson Controls and Ngee Ann Polytechnic Collaborate to Upskill Green Buildings Sector Professionals

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Johnson Controls recently announced a partnership with Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) to establish the NP Built Environment Ecosystem (BEE) initiative, together with other industry partners. Through this programme, Johnson Controls will equip NP students with practical learning and experience in smart facilities management.

 

The partnership comes at a critical time when jobs in the ESG sector have surged by 257% in the last three years. With the partnership, Johnson Controls and other industry leaders will provide students access to invaluable training and insights. Under the BEE initiative, NP aims to upskill up to 1,000  professionals in the industry over three years, underscoring the importance of public-private partnerships in elevating industry standards and equipping future talent with the necessary skills.

 

“Through this collaboration, we aim to upskill professionals and nurture a future generation who can lead the change toward a more sustainable built environment,” said Peter Ferguson, General  Manager, Southeast Asia, Johnson Controls. “Our collaboration takes on even greater significance,  in today’s landscape where sustainability-related roles are increasingly in demand and sustainable practices have become top priority for businesses. We’re committed to advancing both innovation and  education within the industry in Singapore and Southeast Asia, empowering students to excel in  facilities management to drive smart cities in the region.”

 

In addition to updated education courses, the initiative will provide NP students with practice-based training and internship opportunities across Project Delivery and Services teams. These roles offer real-world experience in various aspects of the built environment sector, aligning with the broader goals of sustainability in the industry.

 

“At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, we are committed to forging strategic partnerships with industry leaders like  Johnson Controls to drive sustainability innovation and talent development for the built environment sector. We believe that the synergy through this partnership will benefit the industry. The alliance also reflects our shared aspiration to play an instrumental role in Singapore’s vision for a more sustainable future,” said Mr Lim Kok Kiang, Principal and CEO of Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

 

Transforming Campus Development with Integrated Buildings Technology

Johnson Controls has been helping Singapore’s educational sector accelerate its built environment transformation. It recently completed a project for a technical institution in Singapore that integrates facility management and security systems into an innovative command platform. This integration optimises manpower resources, enhances task assignments, and streamlines operations, setting a benchmark for efficiency and effectiveness.

 

Another local university is partnering with Johnson Controls to establish an Integrated Operations  Centre (IOC) for its campus. The IOC elevates campus management by seamlessly integrating all technologies into OpenBlue Enterprise Manager, the unified platform enabling proactive event alarms,  precise energy consumption analysis, and accurate maintenance predictions. This has significantly improved operational efficiency and guarantees an optimized system performance for a safer, greener campus environment.

 

Commitment to Education and Enabling Future Talents in the Built Environment Sector  

As part of its dedication to developing a skilled workforce in the built environment sector, Johnson  Controls was awarded the SkillsFuture Employer Award (Gold) in 2023. As a SkillsFuture Queen Bee in Built Environment Facilities Management, Johnson Controls empowers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through digital literacy workshops, aiding their decarbonisation efforts and energy efficiency solutions in building management. This support is crucial for SMEs starting their sustainability journeys, addressing the lack of knowledge and awareness amidst growing sustainability concerns.

 

 

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Johnson Controls to Unveil Pioneering Sustainable Solutions at WETEX 2023

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Johnson Controls the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced recently its participation at the 23rd Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), the region’s largest Sustainability & Clean Energy Technology Exhibition, hosted by the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) at the Dubai World Trade Centre. With nearly 140 years of innovation, Johnson Controls will use this platform to unveil an array of groundbreaking sustainable solutions that redefine the future of building technology.

 

Scheduled from 15 to 17 November, WETEX 2023 is a key gathering for leading sustainable technology companies worldwide, providing a unique opportunity for Johnson Controls to present innovations and underscore its commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly building solutions.

 

Mohammad Khalid, vice president and general manager of Johnson Controls Middle East & Africa said: “At WETEX 2023, we aim to showcase our vision of creating environmentally sustainable and technologically advanced spaces. We are committed to transforming the environments where we live and work with innovative as well as sustainable solutions to deliver a new era of autonomous buildings.  Our participation in the event underscores our dedication to a greener world.”

 

Key highlights at WETEX 2023 include:

  • During WETEX 2023, Johnson Controls will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of energy and sustainable solutions, which includes:
  • OpenBlue Services: Johnson Controls’ comprehensive digital offering paves the way for efficient, intelligent, and environmentally responsible building management.
  • HVAC Solutions: Advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems designed for enhanced comfort and energy efficiency.
  • Metasys Building Automation System: Cutting-edge technology optimizes building performance and
  • Cooling as a Service (CaaS): A pioneering approach to cooling solutions that align with sustainability goals.
  • Energy Efficiency and Air Quality Systems: Innovative solutions to enhance energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
  • Fire Suppression Capabilities: State-of-the-art fire suppression systems for building safety.

 

Johnson Controls’ participation at WETEX 2023 underscores its leadership in delivering holistic solutions for sustainable, smart, and healthy buildings. As the global leader in this space, the company is eager to collaborate with industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders to address today’s sustainability challenges.

 

Visitors to WETEX 2023 can gain valuable insights into the future of sustainable building technology and interact with Johnson Controls’ experts to understand how these solutions positively impact the environment, businesses, and communities. WETEX is hosted annually under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

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Johnson Controls Expands Into More Vertical Markets in the Philippines

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Johnson Controls, one of the global leaders for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings together in its joint venture with Primer Group of Companies is expanding and strengthening its product and solutions portfolio in the Philippines. This will give it access to bigger markets and potential in large-scale city development, infrastructure, mid-commercial building, data centres and healthcare projects.

 

The joint venture reaffirms Johnson Controls’ long-term commitment to the Philippines as it gives customers access to full-cycle capabilities in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment, controls,  industrial refrigeration, digital services and total solutions to address the fast-growing market demand for sustainable buildings and facilities. It further taps into the growth in industrial manufacturing, data centres and cold-chain verticals and strengthens Johnson Controls’ presence in the region and beyond.

 

“We are witnessing strong demand beyond more sustainable and healthier buildings across Southeast Asia, and this joint venture expands into the verticals of industrial infrastructure, logistics, industrial refrigeration and commercial buildings with a full Johnson Controls product portfolio. The Philippines is important to us as we see huge opportunities for collaboration and growth,” said Peter Ferguson, General Manager of Southeast Asia, Johnson Controls. “As part of our commitment to the market, we’re pleased to appoint  Glenn Lemoncito as the General Manager for Johnson Controls Philippines. In his role, he will drive the  business operations and strategy, oversee the joint ventures with Primer Group, and drive meaningful  growth and partnerships locally and across the region.”

 

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Glenn has more than 30 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing, and has held several leadership and management positions in multinational companies. With his in-market expertise and proven track record, Glenn will be responsible for driving business growth and expanding the organization’s commitment to employees, customers, and partners. This joint venture enables Johnson Controls Philippines to operate more effectively and be closer to the customers directly through its sales & service capabilities with a broader customer base.

 

Johnson Controls’ products and solutions coupled with Primer Group’s deep understanding of the  Philippines market, will provide customers in the Philippines with best-in-class service, in-market expertise, and access to a full suite of solutions across industrial, infrastructure, industrial refrigeration and commercial buildings.

 

“At Primer Group of Companies, we believe in bringing the world closer to our customers through meaningful partnerships. Together with Johnson Controls, we’re confident that we will offer customers a comprehensive range of HVAC solutions and services to help them, the industry, and the nation achieve our net zero targets together,” said Jimmy Thai, President and Chief Executive Officer of Primer Group.

Malaysia’s Sunway Pyramid Mall Cuts RM3 Million In Annual Energy Cost For Seven Consecutive Years With Johnson Controls’ Technology

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Johnson Controls’ integrated solution optimized the chiller plant performance to exceed the mall’s energy efficiency targets within a year of project completion.

Johnson Controls, a global leader in building technologies and solutions, has enabled Sunway Pyramid mall, one of the largest shopping malls in Malaysia, to save more than RM3 million in annual energy cost consistently since the retrofit in 2012. The result of a comprehensive chiller plant retrofit, the achievement exceeded the targets set by the Sunway management in its quest for improving energy efficiency and sustainability of the mega mall that opened in 1997.

Johnson Controls was awarded the retrofit contract in a six-way tender exercise. The project scope was to replace the aging original installation to eliminate the use of HCFC refrigerant gas, and to improve the overall chiller plant room efficiency. In addition, the project was to be carried out without downtime to the retailers and shoppers at the mall.

With a total retail floor area of nearly 4 million square feet, the retrofit project is one of the largest for shopping malls and a pioneer for green buildings in this category in Malaysia. It is estimated that green building practices can reduce a building’s operating costs by as much as nine percent, while increasing the building value by 7.5 percent and providing a 6.6 percent increase in return on investment.

“Sunway Pyramid mall is one of the largest shopping centers in Malaysia. Given the size of the retrofit project, it’s imperative that we select a partner with a proven technology, solid track record and good after sales service to support us. Johnson Controls, as one of the top providers of energy efficient chillers in the market, fits the bill. The YORK® chillers have exceeded our expectations in terms of performance and energy savings,” said Mr. Jason Chin, general manager of operations, Sunway Malls.

Johnson Controls designed and installed an integrated software to optimize the performance of a series of centrifugal water chillers (comprising seven units of 1,200 TR capacity and one unit of 550 TR capacity). The solution exceeded the mall’s energy efficiency targets within a year of project completion. It delivered a plant room efficiency of 0.75 kW/TR or less, and exceeded the target of 30 percent reduction in energy consumption. The carbon dioxide reduction is estimated to reach 6,400 metric tonnes per year.

The new solution also offers flexibility and improves productivity. It has sufficient redundancy to ensure undisrupted cooling and is able to provide extra cooling capacity during peak periods when there is higher footfall at the mall. The maintenance personnel can better manage and monitor the plant room performance through the system’s automation features and analytics, thereby improving overall efficiency such as faster response time to address any disruptions.

“It’s our mission at Johnson Controls to help facilities owners optimize their buildings for better comfort, cost savings and sustainability. We are honored to play a pivotal role in the transformative journey of Sunway Pyramid, one of Selangor’s most well-known landmarks,” said Fam Wee Chean, country general manager, Malaysia.

Johnson Controls has been selected to work on other properties under the Sunway Group. New projects will include providing energy efficient cooling solutions to properties such as Sunway University, Sunway Velocity Hotel and Sunway Medical Center.

YORK YZ Magnetic Bearing Centrifugal Chiller is First Performance-Optimised Chiller With New, Low-GWP Refrigerant

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Johnson Controls recently introduced the YORK® YZ Magnetic Bearing Centrifugal Chiller, the first chiller fully optimised for ultimate performance with a next generation low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant – R-1233zd(E).

Chosen for its efficiency, safety, availability, low environmental impact and cost, nonflammable R-1233zd(E) has an ultra-low GWP of 1 and is readily available from refrigerant manufacturers.

“We have long led the industry in delivering chiller innovations,” said Laura Wand, vice president, Chiller Solutions, Building Technologies & Solutions at Johnson Controls. “With the new YORK® YZ, we have engineered the world’s most efficient low-GWP line of centrifugal chillers. Our broad range cooling capacity will serve our customers’ many diverse application needs.”

Johnson Controls used a holistic approach to system design and engineering, optimising every component around a carefully selected next generation refrigerant for ultimate performance. The YORK® YZ chiller uses an integral, variable speed drive and advanced magnetic bearing technology that features a single moving assembly suspended in a magnetic field that does not require lubrication.

This technology requires 80 percent fewer moving parts than traditional oil- or refrigerant-lubricated drivelines. The result is enhanced reliability, reduced maintenance and improved efficiency. Compared to traditional fixed-speed oil-bearing chillers, the YZ delivers up to 35 percent annual energy savings.

The YZ chiller can deliver significant energy savings and lower operating costs by taking advantage of the off-design conditions where chillers operate 99 percent of the time. The YZ operates with entering condenser water temperature as low as 40°F (4.5°C), providing enhanced performance in every operating condition and the widest operating envelope in the industry. The YORK® YZ uses an optimised single stage design to provide industry-leading real- world energy efficiency.

The chiller can also operate with condenser temperatures below the evaporator temperatures, eliminating the need for a water-side economiser, which simplifies the system, requires less mechanical room space and saves money on components, piping, controls and maintenance.

“We continue to deliver industry-leading chiller options that best meet the needs of our current and continually expanding customer base around the world,” said Bill Jackson, president, Global Products, Building Technologies & Solutions at Johnson Controls. “The YZ is another fantastic platform system that equips our customers with environmentally friendly performance in an optimised solution. Thank you to our YORK® Chiller team for leading the way.”

Johnson Controls create a greener Zhejiang province

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Johnson Controls is forming a strategic alliance with Zhejiang Jianke Building Energy Conservation Technology Co., Ltd (Zhejiang Jianke) that will help the province of Zhejiang achieve its “green” goals and ensure the sustainable development of the province.

Under the agreement, Johnson Controls, a global multi industrial company, will leverage its wide range of products and technology and project management experience, along with Zhejiang Jianke’s local service and support capabilities, to help customers meet their targets for energy efficiency. The alliance will help customers achieve LEED green building certification and other related green buildings certification. Zhejiang Jianke, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Academy of Building Research & Design Co,, Ltd, specializes in building energy audit, diagnosis, monitoring and retrofit. The company also has a strong local network and rich experience in energy retrofit for buildings.

Construction is the second most energy-intensive sector in China. With green building accounting for less than 10 percent of existing structures, there is huge potential for energy efficiency projects. The 12th Five-Year Plan drafted by the Chinese government in 2011 emphasized the importance of energy saving and proposed a goal of 16 percent reduction in energy saving and emission reduction initiatives. The partnership between Johnson Controls and Zhejiang Jianke supports these national and provincial-level initiatives by helping buildings in Zhejiang increase energy efficiency by up to 30 percent.

“Johnson Controls is an industry leader in building efficiency and we are delighted to work with them on a green building energy-saving management and optimization program,” said Yi Lin, General Manager, Zhejiang Jianke Building Energy Conservation Technology Co., Ltd.

Johnson Controls helped the Northstar Delta Office Tower in Changsha City, China, achieved two prestigious green building certifications and cut energy consumption by 28 percent. The certifications include LEED-CS, issued by the U.S. Green Building Council, and the Green Building Evaluation Label, a program managed by the Chinese government that evaluates projects to make sure they conform to standards set for green building.

Johnson Controls is committed to working with local partners across China to achieve sustainable development for the country. The company has more than 42 branch offices in China, with three offices in the Zhejiang province (Hangzhou, Ningbo, Jinhua). More than 3,000 buildings in China use Johnson Controls’ solutions and services, including HVAC, refrigeration technology, building automation and energy retrofit.

“China is Johnson Controls biggest growth market and this partnership highlights our commitment to creating a safe, comfortable and sustainable environment,” said Elvis Chan, vice president of business development, Johnson Controls Building Efficiency Asia.

Johnson Controls’ commitment to growth in China is evidenced by the construction of its second global headquarters located in Shanghai, which will open in 2017.

Alliance will see both parties join forces to improve energy efficiency of buildings by up to 30 percent.

 

Nine Suppliers Recognized for Commitment to Johnson Controls’ Global Standards for Quality, Cost and Leadership

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Reading Time: 2 minutesSINGAPORE – Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, presented nine partners with the Supplier Excellence Award at its 15th annual Asian Supplier Conference held in Guangzhou, China. The suppliers were conferred the award in recognition of their outstanding achievements in the area of quality control, cost, service, supply chain management, sustainable development and social responsibility. The conference was attended by more than 250 representatives from the Asia Pacific region.

“A critical factor to our success is expanding close partnerships with suppliers committed to excellence and world class manufacturing standards. All nine winning suppliers have multiple international certifications in the areas that are most important to us – quality, cost and sustainability,” said Soren Bjerg, vice president and managing director of Johnson Controls Building Efficiency Asia.

Winners of the Johnson Controls Building Efficiency Group Supplier Excellence Award:

  • Zhejiang Yilida Ventilation Co., Ltd.
  • Wolong Electric Group Co., Ltd.
  • Zhejiang Sanhua Trading Co., Ltd.
  • Allied Machinery (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
  • AQ Electric (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.
  • Sichuang Chengfa Prima Machinery Co., Ltd.
  • Jiangsu Cuilong Copper Industry Co., Ltd.
  • Wincell (Jiangsu) Insulation Co., Ltd.
  • Suzhou Xintaitong High Efficiency Tube Co., Ltd

 

The inaugural Johnson Controls Asian Supplier Conference was held in 2000. It is an annual gathering of key suppliers of Johnson Controls to exchange and learn how to optimize procurement processes for uncompromised quality, cost control and timely delivery cycles.

All the suppliers are assessed on quality control, cost, service, supply chain management, sustainable development and social responsibility. The assessment criteria are benchmarked against global standards including Six-sigma Quality, Lean Production, Material Best Business Practices and Johnson Controls Manufacturing System. The last five years saw the score of Johnson Controls suppliers improve by some 14 percent. The continuous improvement will benefit customers not just in China and Asia but also rest of the world.

Asia continues to be one of the major growth markets for Johnson Controls and the company has demonstrated its commitment to the region with the announcement of its new corporate headquarters to be located in Shanghai, China. The campus is expected to open in 2017.

New Johnson Controls technology turns wasted heat into clean fuel

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Reading Time: 2 minutesSINGAPORE – Johnson Controls is introducing a new technology in China to meet the growing demand for central heating that does not emit harmful pollutants. The York Dual Steam Turbine (YDST) heat pump recycles surplus heat from industrial or power plants into higher temperature hot water that can be used to operate large central heating plants. Compared to traditional boiler heating, the YDST can reduce coal consumption by up to 30 percent while supplying the same amount of heat.

“Urbanization and the government’s efforts to promote sustainable development are driving demand in China for more energy efficient technologies and solutions,” said Soren Bjerg, vice president and managing director, Johnson Controls Building Efficiency, Asia. “This is a real opportunity for us to expand our presence in an important market and use our expertise and innovation to address a growing need to reduce emissions.”

This technology is an important innovation for the Chinese market where the government has made a major commitment in its Five-Year Plan to reduce pollution from the burning of fossil fuels. The plan uses industrial surplus heat as a major source of urban heating.

The capacity and versatility of the YDST make it ideal for large-scale central heating plants.

  • It is the first centrifugal heat pump – driven by a steam turbine, not electric – that supplies over 100 megawatts of heat per heat pump system, doubling the current capacity available.
  • It can accept waste hot water as low as 50oF to 120oF and increase the temperature up to 140oF to over 200oF.

The demand for central heating is estimated to grow significantly in China over the next five years due to rapid urbanization, particularly in northern China. Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, has successfully implemented a heat recovery solution at a large northeast Chinese municipal heating facility. It has saved more than US$1.2 million while alleviating the need to burn 9,200 tons of coal in the last heating season, the equivalent to removing 4,000 passenger vehicles from the road for a year.

Recently, the company opened a US$35 million expansion of its manufacturing and research and development center in Wuxi, China. The campus and its engineering center is now one of Johnson Controls’ largest research and development centers in the world for building solutions for heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, as well as industrial refrigeration solutions. The campus will spearhead continuing innovation on heat recovery for the global market.

 

Johnson Controls and Hitachi Announce Global Air Conditioning Joint Venture

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Johnson Controls together with new joint venture will create world”s largest commercial air conditioning provider

MILWAUKEE and TOKYO, Dec. 3, 2013  — Today Johnson Controls, Inc., Hitachi, Ltd. and Hitachi Appliances, Inc. (collectively referred to as Hitachi) announced that the companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding for a transaction in which Johnson Controls will obtain a 60% ownership stake in Hitachi Appliances” global air conditioning business, excluding sales and service operations in Japan and certain other assets. The companies expect the joint venture to begin operations in 2014, subject to final due diligence and board approvals, definitive agreement on terms, required regulatory approvals and other customary conditions.

Building on the leadership of both companies, the partnership will include key products such as variable refrigerant flow (VRF) and inverter technologies supporting both the commercial and residential markets. The joint venture will combine Johnson Controls” global reach with Hitachi”s technology expertise.

“Technology leadership derived from its ongoing investments in research and development have established Hitachi as a key contributor to the global HVAC industry,” said Alex Molinaroli, president and chief executive officer, Johnson Controls. “The addition of these capabilities adds key technologies to our product portfolio. Combined with our existing $15 billion building technologies and services business, this investment positions Johnson Controls as the world”s casino online largest commercial air conditioning provider.”

A global multi-industrial company, Johnson Controls is a leading supplier of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, building controls, refrigeration and security systems for buildings. Through its Building Efficiency business, the company delivers solutions that increase energy efficiency and lower operating costs for over a million customers who are served through nearly 700 offices in more than 150 countries.

A global home appliances and air conditioning solutions provider, Hitachi Appliances, a wholly owned subsidiary of leading global electronics and infrastructure solutions provider Hitachi, Ltd., supplies high quality, efficient and reliable air conditioning solutions across the globe, from inverter based residential room air conditioners to variable refrigerant flow systems, and other air conditioning equipment for commercial and industrial use.

The proposed joint venture comes at a time when the worldwide air conditioning market is rapidly changing. Customers are increasingly demanding air conditioning options with better energy efficiency in response to an increase in energy-saving and environmentally-protective regulations.

“Both companies have a long and proud history of innovation and growth in the industry with similar values and cultures,” said Hiroaki Nakanishi, President of Hitachi, Ltd. “As the worldwide air conditioning business environment continues to evolve, we believe Johnson Controls and Hitachi”s partnership can supply integrated solutions to fulfill the needs of customers around the world.”

“This is great news for our customers who will benefit from the full range of solutions, equipment and service that Johnson Controls and Hitachi can offer them on a global scale,” said Molinaroli.

Hiroaki Nakanishi also said, “Alongside with this joint venture, we look forward to exploring further opportunities to collaborate with Johnson Controls and Hitachi”s broad building solution business capitalizing on IT-related technologies.”