The New Flat Rate Announces On-Par Canadian Pricing

The New Flat Rate announced that it is offering its menu-pricing system to Canadian customers at an on-par price as part of a 2019 special.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141292-the-new-flat-rate-announces-on-par-canadian-pricing

Resideo Acquires Responsive Energy Efficient Technology

Resideo Technologies Inc. announced it has acquired innovative energy efficiency technology from Whisker Labs and hired the team behind it.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141291-resideo-acquires-responsive-energy-efficient-technology

White House Announces New Tariffs on Mexico

On May 30, the White House released a statement announcing the imposition of a 5 percent tariff on all goods imported from Mexico, starting on June 10.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141330-white-house-announces-new-tariffs-on-mexico

Malco Associate Recognized for Commitment to Safety

Felix Spooner was given the Arthur E. McCauley, Jr. Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Leadership Award for his leadership in workplace safety.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141287-malco-associate-recognized-for-commitment-to-safety

Ferris State HVACR Student Recognized by DOE

Ferris State University student Brook Oliver has been awarded the Michigan Department of Education Breaking Traditions Award for Excellence.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141290-ferris-state-hvacr-student-recognized-by-doe

GreenSavers Wins Energy Star Contractor of the Year

GreenSavers won a fourth consecutive Energy Star Contractor of the Year Award

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141271-greensavers-wins-energy-star-contractor-of-the-year

Zaretsky Joins Johnson Controls-Hitachi Manufacturers' Sales Rep Team

Zaretsky will be the new manufacturers' representative for Hitachi VRF systems and SmartFlex mini split systems in southern California

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141288-zaretsky-joins-johnson-controls-hitachi-manufacturers-sales-rep-team

Malco Products Recognized for Commitment to Safety

Malco Products was recognized for excellence in workplace safety and health during the Governor’s Safety Awards ceremony

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141286-malco-products-recognized-for-commitment-to-safety

Johnson Controls Opens Commercial HVAC Pathways Vocational Lab

Johnson Controls held an opening celebration for its new Commercial HVAC Pathways Vocational Lab

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141285-johnson-controls-opens-commercial-hvac-pathways-vocational-lab

Rheem Hosts Annual Pro Partner Conference

Contractors, distributors, and corporate partners met to celebrate victories, discuss business growth opportunities, and drive innovation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141284-rheem-hosts-annual-pro-partner-conference

ServiceTitan Named One of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2019

“Our goal is to make every Titan better, smarter, and faster in all the areas they are passionate about”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141283-servicetitan-named-one-of-inc-magazines-best-workplaces-for-2019

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Presents Diamond Leadership Awards

METUS recently presented its 2019 Diamond Leadership Awards to recognize fiscal year 2018 performance

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141282-mitsubishi-electric-trane-hvac-us-presents-diamond-leadership-awards

Luxaire and Design Air Sponsor Make-A-Wish Fundraiser

The Luxaire brand of Johnson Controls, in partnership with Design Air, recently sponsored Make-A-Wish Wish Night in Milwaukee

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141280-luxaire-and-design-air-sponsor-make-a-wish-fundraiser

Rheem Employee Appointed to the CABA Board of Directors

Brian White, Rheem’s director of digital marketing, was appointed to the Continental Automated Buildings Association board of directors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141281-rheem-employee-appointed-to-the-caba-board-of-directors

The Arcticom Group Acquires Victory Construction and Refrigeration

TAG now has operations in California, Nevada, Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado and Arizona

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141279-the-arcticom-group-acquires-victory-construction-and-refrigeration

How A Service Part Can “Kill” The Compressor

There are times when the attempt to do something positive can result in something unexpected. The annual increase in the number of hard-start kits being added to air conditioners is a perfect example.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141321-how-a-service-part-can-kill-the-compressor

Hunter Industrial Expands Global Reach with Australia-Based Partner

Hunter Industrial is now partnering with its first Australia-based distributor, Fantech Group

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141278-hunter-industrial-expands-global-reach-with-australia-based-partner

Understanding the Benefits of HVLS Fans

High-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans can mobilize and destratify large volumes of air in any facility.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141317-understanding-the-benefits-of-hvls-fans

Greenheck: Backdraft Damper

Rated for velocities up to 4,000 fpm, this product is designed to allow airflow in one direction and prevent reverse airflow.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141309-greenheck-backdraft-damper

Baltimore Aircoil: Evaporative Condenser

Designed to maximize reliability and uptime, this product allows technicians to stay dry while safely inspecting the basin with an internal walkway.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141310-baltimore-aircoil-evaporative-condenser

York: Residential Heat Pump

This single-stage heat pump is available in 16 SEER, 13 EER, and 9.0 HSPF and is Energy Star certified.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141311-york-residential-heat-pump

Continental Fan Mfg.: Industrial Fan

This product forces heated or cooled air down to floor level, eliminating temperature layers in the ceiling space.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141307-continental-fan-mfg-industrial-fan

What Can I Say About Former Employees?

Most employers receive regular calls from a prospective employer requesting information about a former employee. Here's how to handle them.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141319-what-can-i-say-about-former-employees

Aquatherm Pipe Brings Comfort to Condominium Residents

“We put together some sections of 2 ½-inch pipe, and Joe tried to drive a nail through them with a hammer. I remember him reporting back and saying, ‘This is not your typical plastic.’”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141320-aquatherm-pipe-brings-comfort-to-condominium-residents

Posifa Technologies: Air Velocity Sensors

These products were designed as economical, high-performance air velocity sensors for thermal management and filter monitoring.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141308-posifa-technologies-air-velocity-sensors

How A Service Part Can “Kill” The Compressor

There are times when the attempt to do something positive can result in something unexpected. The annual increase in the number of hard-start kits being added to air conditioners is a perfect example.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141321-how-a-service-part-can-kill-the-compressor

Henderson Engineers Refrigeration Group Celebrates 10 Years, 2,000 Projects

The Henderson Engineers refrigeration group celebrated 10 years and 2,000 successfully completed projects.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141276-henderson-engineers-refrigeration-group-celebrates-10-years-2000-projects

FMI Study Examines Expected Growth of Global Refrigeration Compressor Demand

An increase in food production and the expansion of cold chain capacities is expected to increase demand for commercial refrigeration compressors

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141277-fmi-study-examines-expected-growth-of-global-refrigeration-compressor-demand

Neighborly Teams Up with Lowe’s to Rebuild Skilled Trades Workforce

Neighborly announced that it is joining Generation T, a national movement launched by Lowe’s to address the widening skilled trades gap.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141275-neighborly-teams-up-with-lowes-to-rebuild-skilled-trades-workforce

Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing Adds Chief Financial Officer

Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing announced that it has selected Kim Miramontes as its new chief financial officer

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141273-goettl-air-conditioning-plumbing-adds-chief-financial-officer

Broan Named Energy Star Partner of the Year

Broan has been recognized by the EPA as an Energy Star Partner of the Year

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141274-broan-named-energy-star-partner-of-the-year

New Mexico Contractor Prioritizes Fire Safety

Nearly a decade ago, this contractor developed a passion for fire safety after investigating a hospital’s damper count

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141272-new-mexico-contractor-prioritizes-fire-safety

Carel Appoints Group Chief Sales and Marketing Officer – HVAC

Carel Industries appointed Roberto Sandano as Group Chief Sales and Marketing Officer - HVAC

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141270-carel-appoints-group-chief-sales-and-marketing-officer-hvac

ACCA Announces New Hire, Staff Changes

Robertson will be ACCA’s vice president of membership and business operations, and Washam the vice president of public policy and industry relations

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141289-acca-announces-new-hire-staff-changes

The Importance of Correctly Sizing HVAC Systems

Accurately calculating heating and cooling loads — or the requirements of a home — is an essential element of properly sizing an HVAC system.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141247-the-importance-of-correctly-sizing-hvac-systems

The SEER Group LLC Announces Two Acquisitions

The SEER Group LLC announced its acquisitions of The Barton Boys Heating and Air Conditioning, and Specialty Heating and Cooling

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141267-the-seer-group-llc-announces-two-acquisitions

U.S. Agrees to Remove Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. announced plans to remove tariffs on steel and aluminum for Canada and Mexico

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141269-us-agrees-to-remove-tariffs-on-canada-and-mexico

Danfoss Turbocor Compressors Recognized by Solar Impulse Foundation

The Danfoss Turbocor Compressor received the Solar Impulse Foundation endorsement as one of the top 1000 solutions for protecting the environment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141268-danfoss-turbocor-compressors-recognized-by-solar-impulse-foundation

Interplay Learning Secures $5.5 Million Series A Financing Round

Interplay Learning announced it has completed a $5.5 million Series A round of financing

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141266-interplay-learning-secures-55-million-series-a-financing-round

AMCA Revises Airflow-Measurement-Station Standard 610

AMCA International revised ANSI/AMCA Standard 610, Laboratory Methods of Testing Airflow Measurement Stations for Performance Rating.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141262-amca-revises-airflow-measurement-station-standard-610

Navac Hires Andrew Greaves as Regional Sales Manager

Greaves will oversee all relationships with distribution channels and manage the company’s representative network.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141263-navac-hires-andrew-greaves-as-regional-sales-manager

What Happens When HVAC Competitors Cooperate?

Seven HVAC contractors formed a loose confederation for coordinated marketing efforts and shared customer service standards, and it's working.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141241-what-happens-when-hvac-competitors-cooperate

Halton Group expands US factory operations and manufacture of air handling units

Halton will open a new U.S. production unit of about 40,000 square feet close to its existing plant in Kentucky

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141260-halton-group-expands-us-factory-operations-and-manufacture-of-air-handling-units

Strategic Marketing Maketh the Man — and the HVAC Company, Too

“It’s not being afraid to be innovative. It’s not being afraid to step out of the comfort zone and look for other ways to attract customers.”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141246-strategic-marketing-maketh-the-man-and-the-hvac-company-too

How to Have Exceptional HVAC Customer Service

Simple things, like the difference between saying “my pleasure” versus “no problem,” will stand out to your customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/141249-how-to-have-exceptional-hvac-customer-service

DuctSox: Fabric Diffuser

A 360-degree air distribution solution for HVAC systems. Ideal for a variety of spaces, such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, retail, and more

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141251-ductsox-fabric-diffuser

E+E Elektronik: C0₂ Censor

This product monitors the CO₂ concentration in harsh and polluted applications such as agriculture and livestock barns.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141256-ee-elektronik-c0sub2sub-censor

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - May 20, 2019

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

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141250-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---may-20-2019

METUS: Heat Pump Technology

The addition of this technology allows the units to provide year-round comfort in cold climates and extreme temperatures

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141253-metus-heat-pump-technology

A. O. Smith: Heat Pump Water Heater

Designed for light commercial use, such as restaurants, schools, retail, or any facility that traditionally uses a standard electric water heater.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141255-a-o-smith-heat-pump-water-heater

Vaisala: Temperature Transmitters

These new duct-mounted products complement the previously launched HMD60 Series products with new features and enhanced usability

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141259-vaisala-temperature-transmitters

Project Files: Episode 18 — Duluth Ice Arena Converts to Opteon XP40

The rink at Mars Lakeview Arena in Duluth, Minnesota, maintained a full-size ice sheet with 1,750 pounds of R-22. The converted DX chiller system runs on a non-ozone depleting, low-GWP refrigerant , R-449A.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141261-project-files-episode-18-duluth-ice-arena-converts-to-opteon-xp40

LG Appoints Doug Bougher to Lead HVAC Sales for U.S. Residential, Light Commercial Market

LG Electronics named Doug Bougher as director of RLC sales for the U.S. market

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141240-lg-appoints-doug-bougher-to-lead-hvac-sales-for-us-residential-light-commercial-market

Access Inc. Joins Johnson Controls-Hitachi Manufacturers' Sales Rep Team

Access Inc. will be the new manufacturers' representative for Hitachi VRF systems and SmartFlex™ systems in eastern Michigan and Northwest Ohio.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141239-access-inc-joins-johnson-controls-hitachi-manufacturers-sales-rep-team

Blue Hawk Founding Member of Imark Group

Imark Group announced the addition of Blue Hawk as a founding member along with Imark Electrical and Imark Plumbing.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141238-blue-hawk-founding-member-of-imark-group

Carel Appoints Group Chief Sales and Marketing Officer – HVAC

Carel Industries appointed Alessandro Greggio as Group Chief Sales and Marketing Officer - HVAC

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141237-carel-appoints-group-chief-sales-and-marketing-officer-hvac

Armstrong Fluid Technology Establishes European Sales Office

Armstrong Fluid Technology announced the establishment of a European sales office in Mannheim, Germany

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141236-armstrong-fluid-technology-establishes-european-sales-office

Sealed Unit Parts Co. Inc. Becomes Master Distributor for Kulthorn Aftermarket Compressors

SUPCO announced that it has become a national Master Distributor for Kulthorn aftermarket air conditioning and refrigeration compressors and condensing units.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141235-sealed-unit-parts-co-inc-becomes-master-distributor-for-kulthorn-aftermarket-compressors

Delta Achieves ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award for the Second Consecutive Year

Delta was awarded the 2019 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141234-delta-achieves-energy-star-sustained-excellence-award-for-the-second-consecutive-year

How to Sell High-Efficiency Ventilation

Here’s an answer for contractors wondering, “How do I effectively sell air movement and ventilation efficiency, and why should I?”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141220-how-to-sell-high-efficiency-ventilation

ACCA Releases Updated HVAC System Maintenance Requirements

ACCA announced the release of the 2019 Quality Maintenance Standard: ANSI/ACCA 4QM – 2019 Maintenance of Residential Systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141233-acca-releases-updated-hvac-system-maintenance-requirements

Bacharach Expands Refrigerant Gases on MGS-400 Gas Detectors

Bacharach announced the addition of 22 halogen refrigerants for its MGS-400 gas detectors in commercial and industrial gas leak monitoring applications.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141232-bacharach-expands-refrigerant-gases-on-mgs-400-gas-detectors

Parker Hannifin Announces New Website

Parker Hannifin Corp. announced the launch of a new mobile-friendly website featuring industrial filtration clean air solutions and equipment

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141231-parker-hannifin-announces-new-website

YORK YZ Magnetic Bearing Centrifugal Chiller Wins Edison Award

The chiller was selected as a winner in the Environmentally Friendly Solutions sub-category of the Energy and Sustainability award category.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141215-york-yz-magnetic-bearing-centrifugal-chiller-wins-edison-award

ASHRAE President Tours Greenheck

ASHRAE President Sheila Hayter toured Greenheck’s Schofield, Wisconsin campus

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141230-ashrae-president-tours-greenheck

ClimateMaster Announces Price Increase

ClimateMaster announced a price increase of up to 4 percent for all commercial products.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141229-climatemaster-price-adjustment

What To Do When an HVACR Customer Leaves a Really Bad Online Review

Here’s what to do about less-than-savory reviews on Google, Facebook, Nextdoor, or whatever platform your customers use.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141205-what-to-do-when-an-hvacr-customer-leaves-a-really-bad-online-review

Cellphones Are Effectively Sapping Technicians' Productivity

What do customers think if technicians are constantly checking their cellphones in the field? The impression is not good.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/141226-cellphones-are-effectively-sapping-technicians-productivity

New Sensor Technology Leads to Better Presence Detection

New thermopile sensors save energy and increase safety when applied within the construction and property sectors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141217-new-sensor-technology-leads-to-better-presence-detection

Palmer Wahl Instruments Inc.: Temperature Recorder

This product now features mercury-free temperature elements as an option in any 8- or 12-inch case configuration, in ranges between minus 30˚ and 600˚F.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141207-palmer-wahl-instruments-inc-temperature-recorder

Why You Should Study Your Technicians’ Readings

At One Stop Cooling, we study technicians’ readings recorded on service calls. If you do the same, you might be surprised with the mistakes you find.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141216-why-you-should-study-your-technicians-readings

RenewAire: Outdoor Air System

This product is non-compressorized and fully integrated. It uses energy recovery ventilation with static-plate enthalpy core technology designed for sensible and latent load management.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141206-renewaire-outdoor-air-system

Dwyer Instruments Inc.: CO Monitor

This product provides field-selectable current or voltage output that is proportional to the CO concentration of an area.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141209-dwyer-instruments-inc-co-monitor

Comfort and Efficiency Challenge the Air Movement Industry

Designing a forced-air system for proper air movement and efficiency is a challenge faced by multiple players in the HVAC industry.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141208-comfort-and-efficiency-challenge-the-air-movement-industry

Why You Should Study Your Technicians’ Readings

At One Stop Cooling, we study technicians’ readings recorded on service calls. If you do the same, you might be surprised with the mistakes you find.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141216-why-you-should-study-your-technicians-readings

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - May 13, 2019

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

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141228-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---may-13-2019

SGI Reveals New Performance Management System

Management system focused on three critical components: setting expectations, tracking, and coaching.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141214-sgi-reveals-new-performance-management-system

METUS Recognized as a 2018 Global Innovation Award

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US has been awarded a National Association of Home Builders’ 2018 Global Innovation Award.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141203-metus-recognized-as-a-2018-global-innovation-award

DHT Announces California Boiler as Southern California Representative

Diversified Heat Transfer Inc. named California Boiler as the new manufacturer representative for DHT’s Southern California commercial and industrial product lines.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141198-dht-announces-california-boiler-as-southern-california-representative

Tips for Indoor Painting Projects in Occupied Buildings

If you need to complete a touch-up or repaint inside—while your building is still in use—consider these best practices to make it less disruptive for tenants, from choosing low-VOC products to working while tenants are busy elsewhere.

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source https://www.buildings.com/article-details/articleid/21973/title/tips-indoor-painting-projects

Direct Energy Sells Clockwork Inc.

Direct Energy completed the $300 million sale of Clockwork Inc. and certain of its affiliates to Authority Brands.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141199-direct-energy-sells-clockwork-inc

Evapco Inc. to Increase Prices on Select Products

Evapco Inc. announced a price increase for select products. The increase took effect on May 6, 2019.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141200-evapco-inc-to-increase-prices-on-select-products

Panasonic Taps O’Connor Company as Distributor of VRF Systems in the Midwest

O’Connor Company has become a Panasonic distributor of VRF equipment to customers in Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141196-panasonic-taps-oconnor-company-as-distributor-of-vrf-systems-in-the-midwest

Ingersoll Rand to Increase Prices on Select Products in North America

Ingersoll Rand’s commercial HVAC business unit announced a price increase of up to 5 percent on select unitary equipment and controls for Trane.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141197-ingersoll-rand-to-increase-prices-on-select-products-in-north-america

Standex Promotes Jeremy James to Director of Engineering

James will lead the Standex RSG engineering team in a role between supply chain, operations, sales, and customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141194-standex-promotes-jeremy-james-to-director-of-engineering

Hoshizaki Names McDowell President

Hoshizaki America Inc. announced the appointment of James McDowell as president

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141193-hoshizaki-america-inc-announces-james-c-mcdowell-jr-president

Emerald Aire Inc. Joins ABM’s Linc Service Franchise Network

Emerald Aire Inc. has traditionally focused on construction projects, but after joining the Linc Service network, the company looks forward to expanding its offerings to provide preventive maintenance solutions.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141192-emerald-aire-inc-joins-abms-linc-service-franchise-network

Fieldpiece Instruments Opens UK Office for Sales and Customer Service

Fieldpiece Instruments opened a U.K. office to add to its European operation and to provide sales and customer service in the United Kingdom.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141191-fieldpiece-instruments-opens-uk-office-for-sales-and-customer-service

Study Sees Growth in US Energy Storage Market

U.S. Energy Storage Market will exceed $4 billion by 2024, as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights Inc.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141190-study-sees-growth-in-us-energy-storage-market

Refrigerant Choices for Chillers Remain Complex

The regulatory landscape for refrigerants used in chillers has become more complicated, thanks to the court decision that declared the EPA is not authorized to regulate HFC refrigerants under the Clean Air Act.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141178-refrigerant-choices-for-chillers-remain-complex

You Must Be 'Smart' in Today's HVAC Market

Far too many contractors are resistant to change, refusing to evolve and use some of the new tools they have at their fingertips.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141182-you-must-be-smart-in-todays-hvac-market

Some Modifications Can Make HVAC Systems More Serviceable

When installing or repairing a refrigeration system, technicians should look for opportunities to slightly modify the system (without changing its design) to make it more serviceable.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141180-some-modifications-can-make-hvac-systems-more-serviceable

METUS Hosts 2019 Diamond Service Group Conference

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) held its annual Diamond Service Group (DSG) Conference on at the Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141189-metus-hosts-2019-diamond-service-group-conference

Comfort is the HVAC Contractor’s Top Commodity

Customer comfort is the top sales driver in the HVAC industry, or at least it should be.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/141185-comfort-is-the-hvac-contractors-top-commodity

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - May 6, 2019

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

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141186-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---may-6-2019

IIAR Conference Offers Insights Regarding Natural Refrigerants

The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) welcomed more than 1,600 attendees and 150 exhibitors to its annual Natural Refrigeration Conference and Expo.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141179-iiar-conference-offers-insights-regarding-natural-refrigerants

Tips for Troubleshooting the Low Side of a Refrigeration System

Oil-logging is often a major cause of low-side restrictions, and there are many ways in which evaporator and suction lines inside tubing can become oil-logged.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141181-tips-for-troubleshooting-the-low-side-of-a-refrigeration-system

Tech of the Month: May 2019

Chriss Hulsey planned on a career in HVAC right out of high school.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141183-tech-of-the-month-may-2019

Commercial Cooling Showcase 2019

Check out the latest cooling equipment to hit the commercial HVAC market.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141177-commercial-cooling-showcase-2019

Modine Innovation Tour Travels to Boston

Modine Mfg. Co. will be in Boston on May 14 and 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Holiday Inn Bunker Hill for its third stop on the 2019 Innovation Tour.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141187-modine-innovation-tour-travels-to-boston

JB Solutions Announces Network

JB Solutions Inc. announced its plan to establish a nationwide exclusive dealer network of contractors for its HVACIV condensate treatment system.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141176-jb-solutions-announces-network

Abacus Wins Circle of Excellence Award from Lennox

Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical is the proud recipient of Lennox® Intl.'s Circle of Excellence award.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141134-abacus-wins-circle-of-excellence-award-from-lennox

Hinkle Joins Standex

Standex Refrigerated Solutions Group (RSG) named Dan Hinkle vice president of sales operations, reporting directly to Kevin Fink, president of Standex RSG.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141133-hinkle-joins-standex

Machesney Park Manufacturer Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

Crandall Stats & Sensors celebrated its fifth anniversary in March and completed the acquisition of the building it’s located in.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141132-machesney-park-manufacturer-celebrates-fifth-anniversary

Arcticom Acquires KIC Refrigeration

The Arcticom Group (TAG) announced it has acquired KIC Refrigeration.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141174-arcticom-acquires-kic-refrigeration

Aquatherm launches revamped website

Aquatherm launched an updated, and expanded website. The new site is designed to educate, engage, and assist contractors, engineers, and building owners who are considering or undertaking projects using Aquatherm polypropylene piping systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141131-aquatherm-launches-revamped-website

New advances in corrosion protection improve HVAC performance and homeowner satisfaction

Effectively managing corrosion threats is essential for optimal HVAC performance and longevity. What can you be doing to reduce leaks and callbacks to positively impact your business?

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/141108-new-advances-in-corrosion-protection-improve-hvac-performance-and-homeowner-satisfaction