Obituary: Jim Rechtin Sr.

It is with a heavy heart that Western Specialty Contractors announces the passing of its former COO Jim Rechtin Sr. on Sept. 17 following a battle with cancer.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139801-obituary-jim-rechtin-sr

HARDI Announces Agenda and Speaker Lineup for 2018 Annual Conference

The upcoming edition of this event, to be held Dec. 1-4 in Austin, Texas, has garnered a substantial amount of excitement with the two keynote speaker slots.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139800-hardi-announces-agenda-and-speaker-lineup-for-2018-annual-conference

Daikin Launches New Daikin Fit Systems

A smart HVAC system, Daikin Fit melds the best features and performance of ductless-style condensing units with the ability to connect to traditional ducted systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139811-daikin-launches-new-daikin-fit-systems

ARS/Rescue Rooter of Columbia Donates HVAC System to Vietnam Veteran

When Larry Dooley, a Vietnam veteran, scheduled a service call for their 20 year old HVAC unit, ARS/Rescue Rooter Technician Wayne Maner knew immediately that the HVAC unit was beyond repairs and needed to be replaced. 

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139802-arsrescue-rooter-of-columbia-donates-hvac-system-to-vietnam-veteran

Daikin Donates HVAC Equipment for Hands-on Learning at Harper College

Daikin recently donated VAV boxes, air handlers, a unit ventilator, and the complete VRV system to provide students with hands-on learning opportunities with advanced HVAC technology.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139791-daikin-donates-hvac-equipment-for-hands-on-learning-at-harper-college

Danfoss Expands Alternative Refrigerant Testing Lab

The facility will speed up the testing of refrigerant options for compressors, easing the transition to more sustainable refrigerants.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139793-danfoss-expands-alternative-refrigerant-testing-lab

Congressman Promotes Perkins Grant Funding

Home to the Architecture, Interior Design, Horticulture, Automotive Technology, Computer-Aided Design, Construction Management, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Electronics-Integrated Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Welding Technology, and HVACR programs, College of DuPage's LEED-certified Technical Education Center features two windmills and four solar panels on its roof to provide students with hands-on study of emerging wind/solar energy technologies. 

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139790-congressman-promotes-perkins-grant-funding

CEA Advocates HVAC Industry Modernization through New Initiative

SB 1414 calls for the California Energy Commission to adopt a plan by January 2019 to improve compliance in the installation of air conditioning and heat pump systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139786-cea-advocates-hvac-industry-modernization-through-new-initiative

Just Right Wins Award

The heating and cooling company specializes in commercial and industrial HVAC projects in Oregon and southwest Washington.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139787-just-right-wins-award

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Announces Price Increase

The price increase will vary by product type.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139788-mitsubishi-electric-trane-hvac-us-announces-price-increase

Dwyer Group Changes Corporate Name to Neighborly

The new trade name supports the community of home service experts’ approach for providing an easier way for people to connect with providers of all home service needs through one convenient outlet.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139780-dwyer-group-changes-corporate-name-to-neighborly

For Homeowners, Energy Efficiency Is All About Saving the Greenbacks

With heating and cooling accounting for nearly half the energy use in a typical U.S. home, it’s not a surprise that the market for energy-efficient products continues to remain strong. According to a recent study by Zillow, energy efficiency ranked among the top priorities during a home search.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139763-for-homeowners-energy-efficiency-is-all-about-saving-the-greenbacks

LEED-ing the Way in Green Building

Sometimes, the best-laid plans in design and construction don’t get translated into practice. What happens once the construction workers leave and the ribbon-cutting is over — the operations and ongoing maintenance — plays a big role in making sure that building lives up to the energy efficiency standards promised.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139761-leed-ing-the-way-in-green-building

Case Studies Show How Green Technology Helps Commercial Buildings

Following are four examples — a kosher wine shipping center, a chiller plant in a marine research lab, a community pool, and a 10th-floor medical office retrofit — that illustrate just how creative high-efficiency products can be when it comes to unique solutions for everyday issues.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139762-case-studies-show-how-green-technology-helps-commercial-buildings

Maryland Announces Five New Apprenticeship Programs

These new programs and reactivations include occupations such as machinist, HVACR technician, electrician, plumber, cement mason, ironworker, operating engineer, and a new occupation in certified cyber analyst operator.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139707-maryland-announces-five-new-apprenticeship-programs

UA Training Program Honors Instructors, Apprentices

Washtenaw Community College has been the UA partner in this endeavor for 29 years, and the instructor training program has seen increased participation both in information technology professional (ITP) certificates as well as associate’s degrees awarded.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139784-ua-training-program-honors-instructors-apprentices

Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning Establishes Sales Company in Vietnam

The new company will function as Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning's sales company in Vietnam, providing a wide variety of air conditioning solutions ranging from residential and commercial air-conditioners through to large-tonnage chillers and other related services.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139783-johnson-controls-hitachi-air-conditioning-establishes-sales-company-in-vietnam

ACCA Names New CEO and President

After 17 years with the association, Paul Stalknecht, president and CEO, is leaving ACCA. To fill his position, the board of directors named Barton James interim president and CEO.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139760-acca-names-new-ceo-and-president

Modernize Launches New Service to Help Smaller Contractors

Modernize Appointments provide contractors with requests from homeowners for in-home appointments at specific dates and times. These requests are delivered via email to contractors, who then evaluate the requests and confirm the appointments that fit their schedule.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139782-modernize-launches-new-service-to-help-smaller-contractors

ABC Reports Contractors Remain Upbeat in Second Quarter

More than three in four construction firms expect that sales will continue to rise over the next six months, while three in five expect higher profit margins.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139785-abc-reports-contractors-remain-upbeat-in-second-quarter

Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning Establishes Sales Company in Vietnam

The new company will function as Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning's sales company in Vietnam, providing a wide variety of air conditioning solutions ranging from residential and commercial air-conditioners through to large-tonnage chillers and other related services.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139783-johnson-controls-hitachi-air-conditioning-establishes-sales-company-in-vietnam

Modernize Launches New Service to Help Smaller Contractors

Modernize Appointments provide contractors with requests from homeowners for in-home appointments at specific dates and times. These requests are delivered via email to contractors, who then evaluate the requests and confirm the appointments that fit their schedule.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139782-modernize-launches-new-service-to-help-smaller-contractors

UA Training Program Honors Instructors, Apprentices

Washtenaw Community College has been the UA partner in this endeavor for 29 years, and the instructor training program has seen increased participation both in information technology professional (ITP) certificates as well as associate’s degrees awarded.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139784-ua-training-program-honors-instructors-apprentices

Dwyer Group Changes Corporate Name to Neighborly

The new trade name supports the community of home service experts’ approach for providing an easier way for people to connect with providers of all home service needs through one convenient outlet.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139780-dwyer-group-changes-corporate-name-to-neighborly

Maryland Announces Five New Apprenticeship Programs

These new programs and reactivations include occupations such as machinist, HVACR technician, electrician, plumber, cement mason, ironworker, operating engineer, and a new occupation in certified cyber analyst operator.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139707-maryland-announces-five-new-apprenticeship-programs

LEED-ing the Way in Green Building

Sometimes, the best-laid plans in design and construction don’t get translated into practice. What happens once the construction workers leave and the ribbon-cutting is over — the operations and ongoing maintenance — plays a big role in making sure that building lives up to the energy efficiency standards promised.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139761-leed-ing-the-way-in-green-building

ACCA Names New CEO and President

After 17 years with the association, Paul Stalknecht, president and CEO, is leaving ACCA. To fill his position, the board of directors named Barton James interim president and CEO.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139760-acca-names-new-ceo-and-president

Four Airflow Values You’ll Use Daily

Airflow is a general term that’s easy to misinterpret. When I first learned about airflow, I had to classify it into four values that made sense to me. The easiest options are the measurement location or source of the airflow reading.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139765-four-airflow-values-youll-use-daily

Case Studies Show How Green Technology Helps Commercial Buildings

Following are four examples — a kosher wine shipping center, a chiller plant in a marine research lab, a community pool, and a 10th-floor medical office retrofit — that illustrate just how creative high-efficiency products can be when it comes to unique solutions for everyday issues.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139762-case-studies-show-how-green-technology-helps-commercial-buildings

Greenheck: Balancing Damper

Available in sizes up to 48 inches in width and height, the unit is operated with a hand-held controller from an access point at a diffuser or wall plate. No permanent electrical power is required.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139773-greenheck-balancing-damper

York: Two-Stage Heat Pump

The unit features QuietDrive™ and ClimaTrak™, and comes in a compact footprint. Sold as an upgrade or a complete system, the product has an automotive-grade powder coat finish rated at 1,000 hours of salt spray.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139770-york-two-stage-heat-pump

Shannon Enterprises of W.N.Y Inc.: Acoustic Insulation

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139772-shannon-enterprises-of-wny-inc-acoustic-insulation

For Homeowners, Energy Efficiency Is All About Saving the Greenbacks

With heating and cooling accounting for nearly half the energy use in a typical U.S. home, it’s not a surprise that the market for energy-efficient products continues to remain strong. According to a recent study by Zillow, energy efficiency ranked among the top priorities during a home search.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139763-for-homeowners-energy-efficiency-is-all-about-saving-the-greenbacks

Heatcraft Refrigeration Products: Temperature Controller

The product reduces temperature fluctuations and lets users know when their product is at risk.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139771-heatcraft-refrigeration-products-temperature-controller

Casino Opts for HVAC Skill Over Taking a Chance

In 2015, Pechanga held an official groundbreaking to add 568 rooms and suites to its existing hotel facilities and to expand the resort’s dining, spa, outdoor recreation, and meeting facilities.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139764-casino-opts-for-hvac-skill-over-taking-a-chance

HARDI Calls For Industry Consensus Policy in State-Level HFC Phase Down

Several industry members recently announced their support for certain proposed measures — negotiated by a few manufacturers without input from the HVACR industry at large — for meeting the state's HFC emissions reduction target; however, HARDI has abstained from signing on until consensus can be reached on a more realistic sell-through period.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139758-hardi-calls-for-industry-consensus-policy-in-state-level-hfc-phase-down

RGF Launches 'Got Flu?' Campaign

The prime time for infections to spread is the day before any symptoms even begin to present themselves — meaning a proactive offense is the best defense.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139778-rgf-launches-got-flu-campaign

How Much Does Cigarette Smoke Decrease Your Home Resale Value Based on the Smoke and Odor?

ECOBOND® OdorDefender™ | Smoke Odor Eliminator - Specially Formulated Defense and Protection Against Odor, Smoke & Fumes from Cigarette, Pot, Fire, as well as Pet and Other Annoying Odors

Chances are, you’ve heard of something called secondhand smoke. It occurs when exhaled smoke is present in the air, affecting those around the smoker. Secondhand smoke is a common term and is generally something people try to avoid.

But, have you heard of third-hand smoke? Regarding cigarettes, according to Mayo Clinic, it’s “residual nicotine and other chemicals left on indoor surfaces by tobacco smoke.” Outside of the context of health, third-hand smoke is a damaging hassle in the real estate industry as cigarette smoke will negatively impact your home’s resale value.

Though homeowners are not required to reveal the fact their property had a smoker as a tenant, prospective buyers will be on the lookout for anything indicative of a smoker living there; this includes odor. Smoke from a cigarette (or marijuana) has chemicals that will stick to the walls of your home, leaving a smoky scent detectable by those in the proximity, as well as potentially dangerous carcinogens. Home inspectors, for instance, generally have a trained eye and nose that are good at finding undisclosed improprieties relating to smoke. According to a study out of San Diego State University, pollutants caused by third-hand smoke stayed in a house for months after it had been thoroughly cleaned.

How Smoke Pollutes Paint

When people smoke indoors, the fresh smoke particles from marijuana, cigarettes, and even pipe smoke end up sticking on the walls and ceiling. However, as time goes by, they can break-off and re-emit back into the air, thereby polluting the indoor air of such premises.

While the current occupants may not mind the foul odor, new or potential homebuyers will find such polluted homes or premises to be unattractive. In fact, a study by Ihab Elzeyadi as reported in Architect Magazine, found that as much as 91.6% of people associate Quality Indoor Air with better health.

Effects of Paint Pollution

In another study by EPA, most Americans said they spent about 90% of their time indoors, either at home or at work.  According to studies carried out by EPA, indoor air can at times be more polluted than outdoor air. That is because outdoor spaces get natural air circulation, which helps to disperse pollutants and lower their concentration. On the other hand, most indoor spaces have limited air circulation, which means pollutants float around much longer.

Removing the scent of cigarette or marijuana smoke is a complex hassle, often requiring a lot of time. Regularly, people are forced to remove whole systems from their homes to eliminate the scent of cigarettes quickly. It’s an important situation to rectify, too. 25% of homebuyers said they were unwilling to purchase a home owned by a smoker, and that smoking reduces house value by 29%, according to Realtor Magazine. 

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Houston to Host Emerson E360 Forum in October

The E360 Forum will be comprised of informative keynote sessions, industry-relevant and interactive breakout sessions, and more. The breakout sessions are designed to give attendees the chance to join a dialogue with subject matter experts and peers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139756-houston-to-host-emerson-e360-forum-in-october

Wago Welcomes New Product Manager

Wago’s product management team grows with the addition of Evan Syens, who will be managing the electrical splicing connector solutions.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139757-wago-welcomes-new-product-manager

Obituary: George Brownlee Boone

George Brownlee Boone, 96, of Asheville, died Sept. 2, at Deerfield Retirement Community, Asheville.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139755-obituary-george-brownlee-boone

New Private Equity Firm Focused on Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Launches

Investments span OEM/manufacturing, service/installation, and wholesale/distribution. Geographically, it focuses on companies with headquarters in North America, South America, and Europe.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139754-new-private-equity-firm-focused-on-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration-launches

Repealing Energy Efficiency Program Means Lost Jobs, Higher Electric Bills for Indiana

The EERS required Indiana’s electric utilities to cut energy delivery by an average of 2 percent annually, as well as providing home energy assessments, low-income weatherization, and efficiency rebates for businesses, homeowners, and schools. In 2014, Indiana legislature passed SEA 340 to cancel the EERS. Then Gov. Mike Pence did not veto or sign the bill, so it became law, and Indiana became the first state to repeal its energy efficiency standard.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139708-repealing-energy-efficiency-program-means-lost-jobs-higher-electric-bills-for-indiana

Koch Air Acquires Level Solutions

Level Solutions will remain a trusted brand in the applied and specialty products segment of the market while becoming part of Koch Air. Level Solutions will continue to serve its customer base from its existing Fishers, Indiana facilities.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139751-koch-air-acquires-level-solutions

JAX Refrigeration Wins Three ABC Excellence in Construction Awards

The Excellence in Construction awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both general and specialty contractors for innovative and high-quality merit shop construction projects. The award honors all construction team members, including the contractor, owner, architect and engineer.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139750-jax-refrigeration-wins-three-abc-excellence-in-construction-awards

Georgia Contractor Announces Expansion

Assured Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing acquired Gus HVAC, expanding the residential service company’s reach further north into the Canton and Alpharetta areas.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139749-georgia-contractor-announces-expansion

Danfoss Icon Turns 75

Since 1943, approximately 350 million radiator thermostats have rolled off Danfoss' production line.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139746-danfoss-icon-turns-75

Maryland Joins New York, California in Phasing Out HFC Refrigerants

The Maryland Department of the Environment will develop regulations to phase out the use of the certain HFCs in foam products and refrigeration.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139747-maryland-joins-new-york-california-in-phasing-out-hfc-refrigerants

Talking Business at Tempo Air

If you walk into the Tempo building near the site of the old Dallas Cowboys stadium and ask for opinions about the industry and the economy, you better take good notes, because the slow-talking Texans have a lot to say.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139729-talking-business-at-tempo-air

As Slow Season Looms, HVAC Contractors Prepare to Weather the Storm

It’s a simple fact of the industry that extreme temperatures in the hotter summer months and colder winter months generate a greater need for heating and cooling. That leaves HVAC contractors with a bit of a predicament in terms of how to bring in revenue during the off-season months.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139723-as-slow-season-looms-hvac-contractors-prepare-to-weather-the-storm

Symbiosis in Action: One Family, Two Complementary HVAC Businesses

It’s not out of the ordinary for an HVAC contracting company to share a building with another business; however, in this case, both businesses share equal ownership by the Squires brothers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139728-symbiosis-in-action-one-family-two-complementary-hvac-businesses

Energy Efficient Boilers Revitalize Heating at Michigan Apartment Complex

Situated on four acres in a wooded area, the Diamondhead Apartment complex consists of four buildings each with eight apartments. The buildings’ deteriorating heating system was installed when the complex was built in 1989.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139744-energy-efficient-boilers-revitalize-heating-at-michigan-apartment-complex

LG Electronics: Recovery Units

The units feature vertically aligned system pipe configuration, which streamlines the installation process and lessens the risk of mismatching pipes.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139732-lg-electronics-recovery-units

The Time for Integrating Home Automation Technology Is Now

Where DeLeo works, pushing the envelope of HVAC contracting is the way of business. He is currently working with a group of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and construction employees in an effort to advance the home services division of the company.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139725-the-time-for-integrating-home-automation-technology-is-now

Utilizing VRF and DOAS for High-Performance Building Applications

An increased awareness of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) is one trend driving demand for better-performing ventilation systems. Building occupants have a greater awareness of the importance of IEQ and how it can be affected by climate and population density.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139745-utilizing-vrf-and-doas-for-high-performance-building-applications

Utilizing VRF and DOAS for High-Performance Building Applications

An increased awareness of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) is one trend driving demand for better-performing ventilation systems. Building occupants have a greater awareness of the importance of IEQ and how it can be affected by climate and population density.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139745-utilizing-vrf-and-doas-for-high-performance-building-applications

The Horrors of Hodgepodge HVAC

With trends in home-performance contracting shifting to performance as opposed to simply higher-efficiency equipment, contractors are left with the challenge of breaking the hodgepodge cycle of heating and cooling.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139726-the-horrors-of-hodgepodge-hvac

Defining Home-Performance Contracting for the Future

Trends in home-performance contracting are shifting, and changed market behaviors are having an effect on comfort demand, energy efficiency, and HVAC contractors’ bottom lines.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139724-defining-home-performance-contracting-for-the-future

BTU Buddy 186: A Frozen Evaporator

Bob and Tim are looking at a system that has a frozen evaporator coil. The system is in a home. They are talking about what has happened to the system and what to do about it.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139720-btu-buddy-186-a-frozen-evaporator

New York to Phase Out HFC Refrigerants

he phase out, which would be implemented from 2020-2024, is expected to reduce HFC emissions by more than 20 percent of projected levels by 2030. DEC will be seeking input on this proposal prior to proceeding with a formal rulemaking, with the intent of finalizing a rule in 2019.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139719-new-york-to-phase-out-hfc-refrigerants

Honeywell Spinoff Resideo Announces Key Leadership and Stock Exchange Selection

Joseph Ragan will serve as executive vice president and CFO of Resideo. He was most recently CFO at Ferroglobe PLC, a publicly traded, $2 billion global manufacturer of metal alloys and other metallic products created through a merger of FerroAtlántica and Globe Specialty Metals.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139727-honeywell-spinoff-resideo-announces-key-leadership-and-stock-exchange-selection

Ingersoll Rand Commercial Brands Announce Price Increases on Select Products

Ingersoll Rand’s commercial HVAC business unit announced a price increase of up to 4 percent.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139722-ingersoll-rand-commercial-brands-announce-price-increases-on-select-products

Service Experts Continues U.S. Expansion Through Acquisitions in Florida, Georgia, and Texas

These acquisitions complement Service Experts’ 21 existing centers in Texas, Florida, and Georgia and add approximately 247 employees and 184 service vehicles to the Service Experts family, bringing the total number of locations in the U.S. and Canada to 94.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139718-service-experts-continues-us-expansion-through-acquisitions-in-florida-georgia-and-texas

Aprilaire Joins RESNET Suppliers Advisory Board

Being on the RESNET Suppliers Advisory Board is an opportunity for suppliers to have a voice and to benefit from the industry’s perspective.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139717-aprilaire-joins-resnet-suppliers-advisory-board

Los Angeles Boot Camp Introduces Veterans to Careers in Sheet Metal

For two nights a week over five weeks, pre-apprentices not only learn about a career in sheet metal, they are trained in OSHA 10, which includes CPR and first aid training; introduction to drafting, layout, shop fabrication, welding, and introduction to architectural sheet metal; and interview preparation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139716-los-angeles-boot-camp-introduces-veterans-to-careers-in-sheet-metal

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Announces Executive Appointments

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC (METUS) announced the appointment of a president and CEO as well as a COO and chief financial officer (CFO).

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139714-mitsubishi-electric-trane-hvac-us-announces-executive-appointments

Rapid Growth Puts Contractor on Inc. 5000 List

Ken Goodrich, CEO of Goettl Air Conditioning, acquired the company in 2013 and has since rapidly expanded its operations to include Tucson, Arizona; Phoenix; Las Vegas; and Southern California. This rapid expansion has been a primary factor in why the company has grown its employee count from less than 100 to more than 417 and increased revenues by five-fold.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139706-rapid-growth-puts-contractor-on-inc-5000-list

WaterFurnace Hires Vice President of Residential Sales and Marketing

aterFurnace Intl. Inc., a manufacturer of geothermal and water source heat pumps, has hired Bruce Cole to serve as its vice president of residential sales and marketing.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139711-waterfurnace-hires-vice-president-of-residential-sales-and-marketing

Evapco Announces Price Increase

Depending on product, the increase varies between 3.5 percent and 5.5 percent.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139713-evapco-announces-price-increase

Missouri Contractor Recognized With Two Outstanding Mechanical Installation Awards

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139712-missouri-contractor-recognized-with-two-outstanding-mechanical-installation-awards

Occupant Experience: Competitive Edge for Commercial Properties

Buildings that provide an ideal occupant experience offer bottom-line benefits, such as lower vacancy rates, higher energy efficiency and increased lease demand.

source https://www.buildings.com/article-details/articleid/21668/title/occupant-experience-commercial-properties

Ruskin Expands Mexico Manufacturing Plant

The expanded floor space consolidates Ruskin’s Mexico operations into a single facility, allowing the plant to focus on quality and delivery of Ruskin products, seamlessly integrate all business units, and advance Ruskin expertise in damper and louver production.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139703-ruskin-expands-mexico-manufacturing-plant

CEO of SENSIT Technologies Wins Business Worldwide Magazine Award

The CEO awards program seeks to honor C-level executives from around the world and across multiple industries, focusing on the personalities who drive successful corporations and organizations.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139705-ceo-of-sensit-technologies-wins-business-worldwide-magazine-award

Obituary: David Norris

David E. Norris passed away Aug. 27 at the age of 74. One of his favorite quotes was: "Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, loudly proclaiming, 'Wow, what a ride!'"

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139710-obituary-david-norris

Construction Employment Retains Momentum in August

The industry has added 297,000 net new jobs since August 2017, a 4.3 percent increase. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 9,600 net jobs in August, although the heavy and civil engineering category lost 200 net jobs for the month.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/139709-construction-employment-retains-momentum-in-august

10 Tips for Green Building Certification

Green building certification can be crucial in today’s facility management world. Discover how to get your building a green bill of health.

source https://www.buildings.com/article-details/articleid/14107/title/10-tips-for-green-certification

The Pricing Strategy in HVAC Contracting

Pricing touches virtually every aspect of your business, fitting snugly inside the marketing discipline and artfully tying together your business philosophy as well.

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Ohio Tops the List of Best States to Work in HVACR

Completing the top 10 places in the ranking were California, Illinois, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Oklahoma, North Carolina, and New Jersey, respectively.

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New Residential Heating Equipment for the Most Discerning Homeowners

The intent of the Heating Showcase is to help contractors prepare for this busy period by doing the research that will help them to distinguish between brands.

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The Story of the Finicky Soap Pump

If I owned a nice Italian restaurant and had a finicky soap pump in the men’s room, I’d definitely swap it for a good one. I mean, they charge enough for the food in this place. How much could a working soap pump cost? And how cheap were these people? Gosh, talk about leaving a bad impression.

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Don’t Be Afraid to Chart Your Own HVAC Business Course

A study by scientists at the University of Leeds (I Googled it … it is a thing) said it takes a minority of just 5 percent to influence a crowd. So that means that 95 percent of people can be following for no good reason. That might explain the popularity of the Kardashians.

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Tech of the Month: Sept. 10, 2018

When Clay Kennard launched his career in the trades, he didn’t start as a technician. Kennard went to school for accounting, and he worked as an accountant at a mechanical contractor, back in ’79. Then he realized that life behind the desk just wasn’t for him — so he decided to switch over and become a service tech.

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FYI: Sept. 10, 2018

For your information newsbriefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week.

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Ingersoll Rand Unveils Solar Power System at New Jersey Manufacturing Plant

The solar power system marks another milestone in Ingersoll Rand’s Global Climate Commitment, which includes a 35 percent reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint from its operations by 2020.

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Make-A-Wish Partner Service Experts Reveals Wish to Ohio Boy

Victor’s surprise marks the third wish reveal hosted by Service Experts, who announced its sponsorship of Make-A-Wish in January 2018 after making an initial donation of $150,000 to the organization.

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Service World Expo 2018 Lets Contractors Experience Las Vegas

Once daily Service World Expo events conclude, all attendees are welcome to enjoy after parties. These parties are intended to help attendees enjoy the nightlife of Las Vegas and relax after a day of networking and studying new business practices and techniques.

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HB McClure Finalizes Two Mergers

Accu-Aire was founded in 1994 and has extensive experience in the design, construction, renovation, and servicing of commercial HVAC systems throughout central Pennsylvania. BBEC Inc. was established in 1984 and has been serving the electrical construction and service needs of commercial clients for 34 years.

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ASHRAE Announces 2018–2019 Student Scholarship Recipients

Over the course of 30 years ASHRAE has awarded over $2 million to over 430 students.

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Emerson Completes First Phase of Multimillion-Dollar Compressor Plant Investment

The upgrades began in 2015 and have allowed the company to enhance its Copeland^® compressor remanufacturing capabilities while strengthening its OEM manufacturing operations. Since 2013, Emerson has invested $13 million in the plant.   

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ACCA Announces Leadership Transition

Barton James, ACCA senior vice president of government relations, has been named interim president and CEO by ACCA’s board of directors.

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Free Natural Refrigerant Workshop: Mapping the Future of Refrigeration

Attendees will hear from experts on refrigerant regulations and policy, as well as those from leading engineering and manufacturing firms that specialize in natural refrigerant technologies. Together, attendees will map refrigerant choices and see what the future holds for each option.

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EPA Allows Increased Hydrocarbon Charge in Household Refrigerators

Last December, EPA proposed to modify the use conditions required for use of three flammable refrigerants — isobutane (R-600a), propane (R-290), and R-441A — in new household refrigerators, freezers, and combination refrigerators and freezers under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program to reflect an updated standard from Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

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Let’s Worry More About Leaks and Less About Metrics

When I first started writing about the HVACR industry more than 25 years ago, the term used to describe the harmful effects of refrigerant emissions in the atmosphere was ODP. After scientists discovered the hole in the ozone layer, they determined that it was caused by the chlorine in chemical compounds like CFCs, which were widely used in aerosols and refrigerants. They needed a measurement to describe the amount of ozone depletion caused by various substances, thus the term ODP was born.

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Danfoss Announces Live Webinars For Refrigerant Week

Danfoss will host live webinars that will explain the impact of new regulations and offer support for how to comply with them.

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HARDI Distributors Report 15.4 Percent Revenue Increase in July

The average annualized growth for the 12 months through July 2018 is 7.6 percent.

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Women Are Actively Changing the Face of the HVACR Industry

And for women seeking a career in the skilled trades, it’s a win-win situation: reliable work and a job market that’s starved for talent.

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Cornerstone Laid for New Carel Plant in China

The Carel Group plans to move to the new site starting in the first quarter of 2019. Carel has been operating in China since 2005, when its subsidiary Carel Electronic Suzhou was founded. 

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Armacell a Perfect Choice for Piping at Tocumen Airport Expansion

The expansion at Tocumen included the addition of a new $697 million terminal that would increase the airport’s current service capacity from 5.8 million passengers to 18 million passengers per year. The new 860,000 square foot South Terminal, created the need for an additional 5,750 tons of cooling capacity and 60,000 linear feet of chilled water piping, all of which had to be fabricated, installed, and insulated by Integ.

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Troubleshooting Insufficient Ice

In this troubleshooting situation we’re looking ahead to fall, and we’re following up on a complaint from a restaurant manager that one of the ice machines in his high volume establishment isn’t producing enough ice.

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Long Time Coming: Legislation Boosts Perkins Career Training

The bill, which lawmakers and stakeholders often refer to as Perkins V, was an update of the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006. Perkins V represents the authorization (but not actual appropriation) of funds to support a range of career education opportunities, including HVAC-related training, for six years, beginning in July 2019.

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Supermarkets in the Market for New, Advanced IoT Solutions

Grocery store owners and managers are increasingly utilizing the IoT in order to monitor the performance of their refrigeration equipment, so they can take immediate action should a problem arise.

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New Refrigeration Equipment Designed to Keep Its Cool

Manufacturers are rolling out a wide array of new equipment that utilizes all types of refrigerants, providing end users with a number of new options to consider.

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XOi Technologies Welcomes David Johnson to Board of Directors

David Johnson will draw on more than 30 years of facilities management, real estate services, and technology leadership experience to bring fresh insights to XOi’s business strategies.

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Controlling Temperature and Curbing Energy Costs with HVLS Fans, Fabric Curtain Walls

Beyond conventional HVAC systems, more and more facilities are considering alternative ways to control temperature, while also controlling costs. Two increasingly popular ways of doing this are implementing networked systems of high-volume, low-speed (HVLS) ceiling fans, and segmenting heated or cooled spaces with fabric curtain walls.

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Transitioning to Alternative, Lower Global Warming Potential Refrigerants

Determining which refrigerant may work best for an application can be challenging. While larger supermarket and restaurant chains usually have in-house personnel who help make this decision, they often turn to their local contractors for their advice as well.

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Guidelines for Legionella Risk Management in Hydronic HVAC Systems

The good news is that legionella outbreaks are preventable. In fact, investigations by the CDC found that almost all legionella outbreaks were caused by problems preventable with more effective water management.

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