Founded in 2017, HomeServiceChats saw explosive growth in its first year, growing from six to 65 employees, which led to the company’s expanding its office by 10,000 feet in August 2018.
The global demand for cooling is growing exponentially, which could place serious strains on electrical grids around the world. This increasing demand is coming primarily from developing nations in hotter parts of the world, such as India, where the peak electricity load for air conditioning could reach 45 percent in 2050, up from 10 percent today.
Johnson Controls, in partnership with Johnson Controls-Hitachi, announced that it is expanding its focus on its Applied Systems business: chillers, air-handling equipment, and service.
The MoU is aimed at “furthering a more effective and beneficial exchange of knowledge and ideas in the HVACR industry.” In practical terms it will provide the members of AIRAH and IOR access to each other’s considerable banks of technical resources, foster global collaboration on research projects, and provide shared training opportunities.
Several exciting and new items are planned for Pantheon 2019, including a focus on training and transformation. The event will take the entirety of the Pasadena Convention Center and will feature a full tradeshow floor.
This year the show floor exhibited 1,824 companies from across the entire industry, including 497 international exhibitors, bringing together the best in technology and product advancement.
This acquisition strengthens CoolSys’ presence in the region, while greatly expanding its HVAC capabilities.
Victory Energy President and CEO John Viskup has been elected to the chairman of the board by the board of directors at the organization's 2019 Annual Meeting at the PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
The new size takes up less space on contractor trucks and is easier to carry on rooftops and ship to job sites.
The Winter Conference technical program featured more than 300 presentations, with interest surrounding this year’s new track, Renewable and Natural Systems, where session topics included exploring energy technologies, renewable energy sources and the future of the smart grid.
Dan Foley is the fourth recipient of the award, and is recognized for his uncompromising commitment to the quality, comfort, efficiency, and capability provided by hydronic systems.
The increase will be effective April 1.
The companies have been working together since 2017, and in 2018, Danfoss participated in Nelumbo’s Series A financing. Together the companies plan to develop and produce advanced, customized solutions for the HVAC market.
The Kivlan Group specializes in HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing, and has been a Fresh-Aire UV manufacturer’s representative for three years. The rep posted an impressive 57-percent sales increase over 2017 for its territory of Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, and Maryland that it covers with seven road salespeople.
The goal of LEED v4.1 is to make the rating system more accessible to more projects based on lessons learned from LEED v4 project teams.
ECOBOND® Paint LLC is proud to announce the approval for their Odor & Smoke Blocking Paint to be sold online at Home Depot. “We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Home Depot and are thrilled that they have picked up our newest environmental paint product.” stated James Barthel, President and creator of ECOBOND®. “After extensive research and development, a revolutionary breakthrough allowed us to successfully develop a smoke and specially formulated as a defense and protection against odor, smoke & fumes from cigarette, pot, fire, as well as pet and other annoying odors”, continued Barthel. “We are passionate about restoring our environment and protecting people from the hazards of smoke & odor with our patent-pending ECOBOND® OdorDefender
paint technology. As we researched the prevalence of this problem, we discovered facts and statistics on both the staggering number of cigarette as well as marijuana smokers, combined with scientific studies on an interesting phenomenon called ‘Thirdhand Smoke’, we knew we had to develop a solution, and I’m pleased to report that we have, and that it is now available on Home Depot!”, Barthel concluded.
ECOBOND® OdorDefender uses a proprietary, patent-pending specialty formulation, allowing them to bring this eco-friendly paint solution to market at an affordable low price. The formulation includes odor blocking resins, food-grade mineral additives, and alginate from seaweed; nature’s most effective absorber of toxic pollutants. This powerful combination gives peace of mind that odor issues will be sealed and blocked, while protecting human health.
In side-by-side comparisons, ECOBOND® OdorDefender outperformed every leading odor and smoke blocking paint product on the market in key areas including: price, coverage per square foot, odor blocking, odor absorption, and fire & mold resistance.
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Kramer will also retain the title of president. Former CEO Mark Sarvary will become executive chairman and will remain actively involved in ensuring the company’s continued success. These changes are effective immediately.
The Annual Awards are bestowed upon deserving individuals and companies in recognition of outstanding achievements in several categories, including Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Rising Star, and Hall of Fame.
The first memory I have in the industry was working for my stepfather, a great man. I started at the bottom of his company and went down from there.
The Clifford H. "Ted" Rees, Jr. Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), announced scholarship awards totaling $65,000 to 39 students, including five military veteran program recipients, studying to become technicians in the HVACR and water heating industry.
For many, being proactive with chiller maintenance in the early winter has led to better results in the spring, when it’s time to start the systems up again. Performing chiller maintenance as early in the winter as possible gives facility managers the benefit of finding major damage with plenty of time to fix the problems before the chiller needs to be back in operation.
ARRMC, a 378-bed referral and trauma center in Medford, Oregon, surpassed its energy savings goals by working with Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand. The hospital updated its aging heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system and added backup to reduce chiller kilowatt use by 150 percent.
It allows users to see validated results for hundreds of proven energy efficiency options in real time that, in turn, assist customers in making quicker, more informed decisions to construct and maintain higher-performing buildings.
Johnson Controls developed the LEAN energy analysis technology over the past eight years and has used the tool to analyze retrofit opportunities in over 700 buildings. Berkeley Lab is working with Johnson Controls to automate and improve the LEAN energy analysis tool and create an open-source version of the tool for public use.
According to the report, the forms of the resilience challenge are potentially diverse — including climate change, disease pandemics, economic fluctuations, and terrorism. And communities, specifically urban areas that are expected to house nearly 70 percent of the earth’s population by 2050, were not designed to handle the impacts.
The building is located at 180 Technology Parkway in Peachtree Corners, and is approximately 10 miles north of ASHRAE’s current location. The 1970s-era building was selected from existing building stock with a goal of retrofitting it into a modern, high-performance building.
HERN is a network made up of manufacturers, wholesalers, publishers, credentialing bodies, soft skill providers, teaching aid providers, educators and trainers, educational institutions, and other industry-related organizations.
Trautman started the new position in November, and is focused on supporting unitary sales with large, national distributors. He will also support other unitary sales activities.
The AHR breakfast presentation kicked off with Kevin McNamara, senior vice president and general manager, Air Conditioning Technologies, LG Electronics USA, describing how consumers might see an entire wall of VRF units at an outlet in Europe, while there might be just a few units here in the U.S. However, he sees the U.S. as finally being past the tipping point now for broader acceptance, announcing that LG will be “investing very heavily here in the U.S. to make clear what we can do for our customers.”
enVerid was named the winner for its HVAC Load Reduction® (HLR) module 1000E-M.
The typical application for UV is down streaming the cooling coil to keep it clean and efficient. A germicidal light is actually killing mold and bacteria on that coil, deep into the depths of that coil. Benefits include lower energy costs and better IAQ.
UV should be on every cooling coil out in the United States and around the world. Because both the health side of it, you’re going to get better indoor air quality, but also the energy side of it, and everybody can benefit from it.
Today, Victaulic has more than 2,000 patents around the world, and a crew of 200 engineers and designers who work on new product development.
Director of public affairs, Mark Menzer, noted that from a regulation standpoint, 2018 was a tough year.
The contractors were asked the most important item manufacturers and distributors could provide them. The answer coming back was unanimous — education.
These new appointments will help enhance the growing company’s executive management and leadership.
New products gained through the acquisition including tube working tools, HVACR manifolds and hoses, wire strippers, and other related products.
This year, Taco won an Innovation Award for its new product, Taco Tags featuring eLink, which provide customers with important product information through their mobile devices via near-field communication (NFC) technology.
Carrier discussed innovations in rooftop technology including the Toshiba Carrier Variable Frequency Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Rooftop.
In addition to making its manufacturing processes and locations more sustainable, Rheem is focused on developing products that help consumers be more energy efficient and reduce their environmental impact.
The company also announces it is now offering its award-winning VRP® (Variable Refrigerant Packaged) Heat Pump system in a larger 3-ton size.
Based off a research report conducted by Georgia Tech and UL Chemical Safety, Sarah Kloepple and Christoph Trappe chat about the rising popularity of 3D printers for businesses, schools and personal use. They discuss topics like the health risks associated with these printers as well as some tips to keep everyone safe.
3D printers are rising in popularity. Georgia Tech and UL Chemical Safety conducted research and released a study that hasn’t been done before on how 3D printers are affecting the indoor air quality of those who use them.
To support Marshall, Johnson Controls donated a YORK® heating and cooling system with a Wi-Fi® capable YORK touch-screen thermostat to better assist him with adjusting his home’s temperature without the need to get up. Wright Mechanical donated the HVAC installation services for the veteran’s new home.
The platform gathers data from the equipment, stores it in the cloud, and applies machine learning and predictive analytics to identify failing components.
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. will host a webinar live from the AHR Expo showroom floor on Monday, Jan. 14 at 2 p.m. in booth B3017. Jerad Adams, director of commercial products portfolio, and TJ Wheeler, vice president of marketing and product management for Friedrich will present the webinar titled Ductless Split System Innovations that Matter to Your Bottom Line, focusing on the following four objectives.
This product ranges from 1.5 to 4.5 tons and 600 to 1,800 cfm. It features a stainless steel or powder-coated cabinet in either a 94- or 104-inch length.
The AHR Expo brings more than 60,000 attendees an exclusive opportunity to be at the forefront of experiencing and adopting the latest industry applications and products, as well as the chance to learn about emerging technologies before they are mainstream.
The user-friendly system stores sensor data in the cloud so operators can change settings, disable alarms, and readjust temperature limits from the mobile app or website.
The company showcased numerous products including the Whisperline VD Series, two-stage vertical stack water source heat pump and the Closetline CAS Series Packaged Water Source Heat Pump.
Emerson’s booth at the AHR Expo will feature the new Scroll fractional-horsepower, low-temperature compressor which uses liquid-injection and cooling discharge technologies to help reduce compressor stress and achieve energy and sustainability goals.
Danfoss will not have a booth at this year’s AHR Expo, but the company will hold a press conference during the event to talk about their latest products.
The SmartPlug learns usage patterns to deliver hot water when it’s needed, reducing energy use and extending the life of the water heater.
By limiting turndown to 5:1, Patterson-Kelley can maintain the dewpoint as high as possible, which allows for greater condensation.
With a capacity range of 25-100 percent, the WaterFurnace variable capacity system will scale its output to what your building actually needs, maximizing occupant comfort levels.
The Cambridge E- and ESC-Series lines help facilities efficiently meet indoor air quality and comfort standards without the use of refrigerants.
It features a polymer capacitance humidity sensor in order to deliver a proportional analog output, and models can be configured with a 2 or 3 percent accuracy.
Both models feature a compact 16-inch chassis – ideal for ceilings and small spaces – and a best-in-class hydroscopic resin energy recovery core with no moving parts for maintenance savings and long-lasting comfort.
The price increase will be effective March 4.
The 13,000-square-foot, slump block-style building, which is a popular meeting place for the small town’s 5,500 Native American and Hispanic residents, frequently exhibited 100°F interior temperatures and above.
The NeXT incorporates Connection Verification Technology, as well as integrated asset tracking and cycle counting capabilities that help manufacturers optimize their leak testing, refrigerant processing and manufacturing processes.
Around the country, land for residential development has become a premium. Over the last 15 years, the average home size has increased by 24 percent, while the average lot has decreased by 10 percent. The result: very tight light line with single and multifamily developments around the country.
simPRO IoT takes hardware, software, and data from businesses in the trade and field service industries and integrates them into one platform, allowing previously separate programs and machines to talk to each other and provide automated solutions ordinarily requiring extensive manual effort and significant cost.
Grow and strengthen the life-blood of your business by using Payzerware to sell, manage, and bill your maintenance agreements easily, in one spot.
It is Energy Star rated and offers a two-stage gas valve that switches between high- and low-fire settings for added comfort and up to 96 percent AFUE heating efficiency.
A frequent misunderstanding is the position that the identification of any mold inside an HVAC air handler poses a threat to air quality. This presentation on the proliferation, succession, and nutrient requirements of mold offers a valuable perspective on the occurrence of microbial growth inside an HVAC system.
What Your CPA didn’t tell you and what it cost you.
As applications for CO₂ refrigeration systems expand, the industry must increase its competences regarding its use. To help address this growing need, Danfoss developed the Mobile CO₂ Training Unit in 2016.
The design of High Performance Air Distribution Systems (HPAS) is essential to meeting the clients needs. This session will cover in detail the methods to accomplish and design for HPAS as the preferred HVAC option in commercial, institutional facilities.
Hunter Industrial contributed 20 HVLS fans that will appear in seven projects on the television show’s second season, which premiered Jan. 8.
The presentation will highlight the advantages of using CSST in both residential and commercial applications, comparing CSST to other types of gas piping used in similar applications.
Southwire announced that it will reorganize its executive leadership and business structure. Through this new alignment, Southwire is placing an increased emphasis on its core wire and cable business and looking at opportunities to focus more intently on areas like metals management, modernization, research and development, and systems optimization, all while remaining a premier employer and best serving the needs of its customers.
Would you like to know more about cooling towers and cooling tower water treatment? This two-part presentation will cover the basic fundamentals you will need to succeed.
This seminar focuses on low GWP refrigerants and the methodology of adopting them in system design.
This Energy Star-rated furnace offers a two-stage gas valve that switches between high- and low-fire settings for added comfort and up to 96 percent AFUE heating efficiency, lowering homeowners’ energy bills.
Learn real world design and installation lessons as Bob “Hot Rod” Rohr “walks through” various boiler rooms from North America and will discuss best boiler room practices and use actual installation images to illustrate top-notch work.
Several BIoT system implementation approaches will be explored in terms of their efficacy, cost-effectiveness and impact on network security.
Today, systems are just more complicated. As technologies advance and systems become more intricate, their life cycle, too, is evolving.
Consider an aging, male-dominated member base, and the Elks’ journey might be relevant not only for contractors fighting personnel shortages but also for some of the organizations that recruit and serve those owners. Indeed, out of the lodge and back in the workplace, a wide swath of professional associations wrestles with its own membership challenges. In the HVAC sector, the risk is a subpar or misinformed talent pool, with unwelcome repercussions throughout the industry.
While many of those R-22 systems have been replaced with R-410A units, a large installed base still remains, meaning that technicians will have to know how to troubleshoot and service both types of equipment for many years to come.
This price adjustment is driven by double digit increases of steel and aluminum components, tariffs, and healthcare, combined with global inflation in labor and freight.
The Daikin One+ smart thermostat offers full two-way communications and serves as a cloud-connected hub and controller for sophisticated, communicating HVAC systems.
The agreement brings together Optimum Energy’s creative technology with Belimo’s hardware innovation to make smart valves even smarter and more valuable with practical, energy-saving solutions.
Commercial Air’s staff of experienced field technicians will provide the combined company with one of the largest and most highly trained technical service groups in Arizona.
The amended guidelines acknowledge that the original numerical collection goals calling for a specific number of mercury containing thermostats were unrealistic moving forward. The regulation modified both collection targets and added a series of programmatic activities to complete annually.
Chipotle’s objective in the development of Avid Air™ was to expand the reach of its food sanitation program. The Avid Air™ was created to destroy air and surface-born microbials (bacteria/viruses) in what is commonly known as one of the most contaminated areas of any enclosed space: the bathroom.
While the issue of whether employees are properly classified as exempt is always an issue that could potentially arise, exempt status is more likely to be called into question if and when the Department of Labor (DOL) goes forward with a proposed increase in the salary amount required to qualify as exempt. It has been reported that such a proposed rule could be issued in early 2019.
If you are making a refrigerant circuit repair, weighing out and weighing in makes perfect sense, especially since microchannel condensers and scroll compressors make pumping down less viable anyway. But there are many cases where you just need to check the charge to make sure the system is working properly, and in these cases, weighing in and out is just plain silly.
If you are making a refrigerant circuit repair, weighing out and weighing in makes perfect sense, especially since microchannel condensers and scroll compressors make pumping down less viable anyway. But there are many cases where you just need to check the charge to make sure the system is working properly, and in these cases, weighing in and out is just plain silly.
We estimate that more than 90 percent of all listings have at least one change each year.
An estimated three quarters of currently operating National Hockey League (NHL) ice arenas were built in the mid-1990s. In addition to these larger arenas, there are thousands more private, community, and locally owned rinks across North America. Many of these rinks are much older and are nearing, if not well past, the expected usable lifetime of the refrigeration systems that enable ice making.
The NEWS HVACR Directory & Source Guide is one of the industry’s most valuable resources. HVACR pros rely on it to locate products, get technical support, and discover new business opportunities.
This month’s troubleshooting situation involves a Rheem RRMA-A048JK10X gas pack. The customer called for service because, instead of warm air being delivered from the supply registers, all they are feeling is cold air.
You'll find the address, phone, fax, email and web addresses, and branch locations.
For more information, visit the Manufacturer section.
The HVACR Directory helps you locate manufacturers of more than 1,800 types of products and gives you complete contact information for each manufacturer.
The scholarship program provides $2,500 individual awards to students nationwide.
The book is clearly written and easy to understand, providing a basic foundation for learning how to use wiring diagrams and test equipment to troubleshoot HVACR electrical systems. Designed for HVACR students, apprentices, and technicians new to the craft, it can be effectively used in training programs with guidance from instructors and service managers to help technicians develop their troubleshooting skills.
If fully supported by governments, the private sector, and citizens, the Kigali Amendment will avoid up to 0.4°C of global warming this century while continuing to protect the ozone layer. The amendment will substantively contribute to the goals of the Paris Agreement.
The price increase is effective as of March 6.
Carrier has been working with The Chemours Co., a global leader in fluorochemicals and refrigerant technology, which will produce and distribute the new refrigerant under the name Opteon™ XL41 in North America.
California has now signaled that it, too, intends to follow Germany down the renewable energy path. In September, the governor signed a bill requiring that 100 percent of the state’s electricity be generated by renewable energy sources such as solar or wind by 2045. This is an expensive proposition and will significantly boost California’s already high residential electricity costs, which are currently about $.20/kWh.
Emerson’s integrated learning sessions are designed to help keep service technicians, manufacturers, and end users informed about best practices, regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
The trophy in the “building design and infrastructure” category honored Uponor for Phyn Plus, the innovative water monitoring and shutoff system launched in partnership with Belkin earlier last year.
Under this new law, manufacturers cannot sell equipment or products that use prohibited HFCs that are manufactured after their respective prohibition dates. The compliance dates vary by end-use and for new versus retrofit equipment.
The check was presented to USO dignitaries during a recent news conference at the company’s corporate headquarters in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
