Can HVAC Systems Spread the COVID-19 Virus?

When it comes to COVID-19, there are still many questions about how the virus spreads and what role the HVAC system can play in its transmission.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143255-can-hvac-systems-spread-the-covid-19-virus

How are HVAC Companies Dealing With Coronavirus?

We have a whole new set of circumstances to deal with as our nation struggles through this pandemic.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143212-how-are-hvac-companies-dealing-with-coronavirus

ASHRAE Publishes Updated Legionella Guideline

ASHRAE has published an updated guideline to assist in control of legionellosis associated with building water systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143254-ashrae-publishes-updated-legionella-guideline

ESCO Institute Launches Online HVACR Learning Center

The ESCO Institute announced the launch of an online learning center for the HVACR industry, the ESCO Learning Network (ELN).

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143253-esco-institute-launches-online-hvacr-learning-center

HVAC Trade Schools Continue Under Shutdowns

Some HVAC schools went online during shutdown, and others opted to operate at a reduced capacity.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143241-hvac-trade-schools-continue-under-shutdowns

Aquatherm’s Jim Paschal Honored by Plastics Pipe Institute’s Building and Construction Division

Jim Paschal has been named Member of the Year by the Building and Construction Division of the Plastics Pipe Institute.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143238-aquatherms-jim-paschal-honored-by-plastics-pipe-institutes-building-and-construction-division

AI Accounting Reduces HVAC Contractor’s Invoice Processing Time by 60 Percent

Artificial intelligence has a place in the back office too.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143230-ai-accounting-reduces-hvac-contractors-invoice-processing-time-by-60-percent

Arkema Inc. Wins Energy Efficiency Award

ACC has honored Arkema’s Calvert City, Kentucky plant with its Energy Efficiency Award, adding an “Exceptional Merit” designation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143239-arkema-inc-wins-energy-efficiency-award

ISH China and CIHE Rescheduled to August 2020

ISH China and CIHE will now take place from 5 – 7 August, after the fair was postponed from its original May date due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143240-ish-china-and-cihe-rescheduled-to-august-2020

HVAC Contractors Must Stay Positive, Honest, Healthy, Safe

We as businesspeople have to maintain a positive attitude as we lead our company.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143229-hvac-contractors-must-stay-positive-honest-healthy-safe

ServiceTitan Announces Acquisition of Pointman

The agreement will allow Pointman’s 400+ customers and 6,000+ active users to transition to ServiceTitan in coming months.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143233-servicetitan-announces-acquisition-of-pointman

Adam Coffey, CEO of Coolsys, Recognized As Influential Leader

The Orange County Business Journal recognized Adam Coffey, CEO of CoolSys in its annual OC 50 Special Report.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143234-adam-coffey-ceo-of-coolsys-recognized-as-influential-leader

NewAge Industries Purchases Additional Facility

NewAge Industries closed a deal to buy two building units at a location within seven miles of its southeastern Pennsylvania headquarters.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143232-newage-industries-purchases-additional-facility

Grocers’ Growing Interest in HFO Solutions

The refrigerant regulatory landscape is changing in the U.S., leaving many scrambling to figure out which lower-GWP solution will work best.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143226-grocers-growing-interest-in-hfo-solutions

16 Questions (and Answers) About PPP Money and HVAC Contracting

Two large bills, one creating the PPP and another to replenish its funds, have left plenty of room for questions.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143228-questions-and-answers-about-ppp-money-and-hvac-contracting

How to Prepare Equipment for Long Shutdowns

Long shutdowns can wreak havoc on refrigeration and air conditioning systems if certain steps are not taken.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143224-how-to-prepare-equipment-for-long-shutdowns

Integrated Cooling Solutions Joins Johnson Controls' Hitachi Manufacturers' Sales Rep Team

Johnson Controls-Hitachi announced that Integrated Cooling Solutions of Central Florida will be a new manufacturers' representative.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143225-integrated-cooling-solutions-joins-johnson-controls-hitachi-manufacturers-sales-rep-team

Why a Channel Incentive Program is More Important Now Than Ever

Don't let channel partnerships and the influence of partner behavior can take a back seat.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143208-why-a-channel-incentive-program-is-more-important-now-than-ever

Testing and Treating Water For Legionella Before Employees Return

During the COVID-19 quarantine, businesses and manufacturing operations have been shut down for extended periods, leaving water systems idle.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143227-testing-and-treating-water-for-legionella-before-employees-return

Several Options Available to Connect Copper Tubing

Today, the use of pressed connections for joining both hard drawn and soft copper tubing is gaining popularity for many reasons.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143223-several-options-available-to-connect-copper-tubing

Builders See Growing Demand for Green Practices, Equipment

The green movement is gaining new ground in the built environment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143222-builders-see-growing-demand-for-green-practices-equipment

Is the HVAC Replacement Market Due for a Rebound?

The theory: This is going to be a big — like, really big — year for residential system replacements.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143221-is-the-hvac-replacement-market-due-for-a-rebound

Building an HVAC Company Personality, One Step at a Time

Shaping your company’s personality requires intentionality and commitment. Here are several specific ways to do it.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/143220-building-an-hvac-company-personality-one-step-at-a-time

HVAC Contractors Need to Sell Solutions in Response to Economic Crisis

The shift is critical to a long-term, sustainable success benefiting the industry, contractors, and homeowners.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143207-hvac-contractors-need-to-sell-solutions-in-response-to-economic-crisis

HVAC Contractors Find Creative Way to Help Their Communities Weather COVID-19

In addition to providing essential services, HVAC contractors are making donations of time, money, and equipment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143219-hvac-contractors-find-creative-way-to-help-their-communities-weather-covid-19

The New Flat Rate Names Ripley PR Public Relations Agency of Record

The New Flat Rate has selected Ripley PR as the company’s full-service public relations provider and agency of record.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143217-the-new-flat-rate-names-ripley-pr-public-relations-agency-of-record

Trane Services Help Building Owners Reopen Safely and Confidently

Trane recently introduced a new suite of services to help building owners and operators bring people back indoors with confidence.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143215-trane-services-help-building-owners-reopen-safely-and-confidently

An Expert’s Tips on Recruiting and Retaining Quality HVAC Labor

Aaron Schuh is the owner/president of Recruit4Business, a labor recruitment and HR consulting firm specializing in the trades industry.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143214-an-experts-tips-on-recruiting-and-retaining-quality-hvac-labor

REAL Alternatives 4 LIFE Hosts Webinar

Contractors can join REAL Alternatives 4 LIFE on May 28 for a series of webinars exploring how training needs have been addressed by the sector.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143205-real-alternatives-4-life-hosts-webinar

Victaulic Adds Virtual Access to Renowned Continuing Education Program

Victaulic is offering free virtual courses from its accredited Victaulic University program to construction professionals around the world.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143206-victaulic-adds-virtual-access-to-renowned-continuing-education-program

Modine Launches New Website

Modine Manufacturing Company has launched a new website that enhances the user experience with improved functionality.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143204-modine-launches-new-website

Radiant Technology Allows for Creative, Flexible Applications

Radiant technology can range from common applications like bathroom floors and driveway installations to creative projects.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143203-radiant-technology-allows-for-creative-flexible-applications

Seize This Opportunity to Find New HVAC Workers

With the current unemployment rate in the United States, HVAC may find its labor pool enlarged.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/143202-seize-this-opportunity-to-find-new-hvac-workers

Resideo and ServiceTitan Work Together to Deliver Tools

ServiceTitan has announced it’s working with Resideo to enhance efficiency and empower field technicians.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143200-resideo-and-servicetitan-work-together-to-deliver-tools

Project Files: Episode 27 — U.S. Air Conditioning Distributors

When it comes to smart thermostats, USACD walks the walk and talks the talk.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143201-project-files-episode-27-us-air-conditioning-distributors

Master-Bilt Manufacturing Facility to Close

RSG announced that it will begin the process of permanently closing its manufacturing facility located in New Albany, Mississippi.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143199-master-bilt-manufacturing-facility-to-close

Conversations With HVAC Customers Trumps Texting

As technical as we may want to become, our customers and associates still react to us better as people.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143197-conversations-with-hvac-customers-trumps-texting

EVAPCO Names Three New Sales Representatives

Evapco Inc. has grown their Southern U.S. business, so much so that it’s taken a single territory and split it into three regions.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143198-evapco-names-three-new-sales-representatives

Changing Laws Complicate Drug Testing of Employees

As more states legalize marijuana in one form or another, testing becomes more complicated.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143196-changing-laws-complicate-drug-testing-of-employees

Channellock Launches Online Learning Tools For Students Amid Covid-19 Crisis

Channellock is sponsoring two new online platforms for trade school students to help them continue learning during this new normal.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143193-channellock-launches-online-learning-tools-for-students-amid-covid-19-crisis

Emerson Offers Free Online Learning Programs to Support HVACR Industry

Emerson will support customers during the worldwide COVID-19 outbreak by offering free online courses through the remainder of 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143192-emerson-offers-free-online-learning-programs-to-support-hvacr-industry

COVID-19 Spread and Air Conditioning

HVAC experts describe how the COVID-19 virus can be spread through HVAC systems, and what can be done to stop it.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143194-covid-19-spread-and-air-conditioning

A.J. Perri Seeks Nominations for Healthcare Heroes

Honoring healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis, A.J. Perri has announced the ARS Cares Healthcare Heroes program.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143191-aj-perri-seeks-nominations-for-healthcare-heroes

The New HVAC Normal Should be Digital

Contractors should find opportunities to reinvent themselves as an unprecedented digital business.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/143190-the-new-hvac-normal-should-be-digital

Air Purification Technology Brings Cleaner Air to Grow Facilities

Willy Gardiner, founder of The Garden grow company, knows about the importance of air quality in high-yield and high-grade cannabis cultivation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143188-air-purification-technology-brings-cleaner-air-to-grow-facilities

Does Odor Absorbing Paint Work for Smoke Damage Cleanup and Removal?

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

When deciding on the best product to remove smoke odor in your fire damage restoration project, consider choosing a proven product with documented laboratory results. Our odor blocking paint is proven; indoor air quality was vastly improved by the application of Ecobond® OdorDefender.

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Scientifically Proven: Over 80% success rate in sealing, blocking, and absorbing hazardous pollutants from smoke and odors. ECOBOND® OdorDefender® is the only specialty paint that can seal and treat hazardous odors to improve your indoor air quality. Because odors are sealed, blocked, and absorbed  it gives the absolute best protection for your children & family!

 

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ServiceTitan Compiles Contractor Best Practices Into Online Resource

ServiceTitan has launched an online resource to help contracting businesses continue to provide essential services.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143187-servicetitan-compiles-contractor-best-practices-into-online-resource

Danfoss Launches Contractor-Focused Webinar Series: Five Steps to Your Perfect Workday

The live webinars are free to attend and will be given in English and Spanish.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143186-danfoss-launches-contractor-focused-webinar-series-five-steps-to-your-perfect-workday

Commercial Cooling Showcase 2020

The ACHR NEWS is featuring the industry’s latest commercial cooling products.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143182-commercial-cooling-showcase-2020

Latest HARDI Pulse Survey Looks Up

The latest HARDI Pulse survey responses discussing COVID-19 impact show positive movement on most of the fronts discussed.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143184-latest-hardi-pulse-survey-looks-up

Bell & Gossett Announces Virtual Training Opportunities for HVAC Industry

Bell & Gossett is offering free online professional learning opportunities as part of the company’s overall shift to online and virtual training.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143185-bell-gossett-announces-virtual-training-opportunities-for-hvac-industry

LAARS: Condensing Boiler Units

The units can be installed in Category I, II, III, or IV vent systems for new or replacement applications.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143160-laars-condensing-boiler-units

Honeywell Thermal Solutions: Monitoring Solution

This product provides real-time data insights to better run thermal equipment across the enterprise.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143159-honeywell-thermal-solutions-monitoring-solution

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - May 18, 2020

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/143183-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---may-18-2020

Motili: Carbon Emission Measuring Tool

This tool provides the ability to calculate carbon emissions associated with HVAC operations.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143161-motili-carbon-emission-measuring-tool

Top 50 HVACR Distributors of 2020

Familiar names continue to dominate the top tier of this year’s Distribution Trends Top 50, all ringing up HVACR sales of more than $200 million in fiscal year 2019.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143179-top-50-hvacr-distributors-of-2020

Nortek Air Solutions: Air Handler Units

These units are designed to maximize cooling per square foot and require minimal kW input for efficient operation in a small footprint.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143158-nortek-air-solutions-air-handler-units

Now Is the Time For HVAC Contractors to Sell Indoor Air Quality

Consumers today are focused on their health and their home environments.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143181-now-is-the-time-for-hvac-contractors-to-sell-indoor-air-quality

Contractors Weigh Costs, Benefits of Offering Around the Clock Service

How should contractors handle the situation of offering their customers 24/7 service?

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143180-contractors-weigh-costs-benefits-of-offering-around-the-clock-service

Emerson Provides Solutions to China’s Hospitals to Cope with COVID-19

Emerson contributed to the construction of field hospitals by providing air conditioning solutions equipped with compressors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143171-emerson-provides-solutions-to-chinas-hospitals-to-cope-with-covid-19

Carrier Transicold Donates Refrigeration Units to Help Food Bank

Carrier Transicold is providing a Model 35X direct-drive refrigeration unit, through a national grant program with Feeding America.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143177-carrier-transicold-donates-refrigeration-units-to-help-food-bank

Jeff Cox Named New President at Berkeys Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical

Jeff Cox will step into the role as president of Berkeys, taking the reins from Jamie Wooldridge.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143178-jeff-cox-named-new-president-at-berkeys-air-conditioning-plumbing-electrical

AAON Announces Executive Leadership Transitions

AAON Inc. announced that Norman H. Asbjornson, CEO and Founder of AAON, Inc. will transition to the role of executive chairman.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143176-aaon-announces-executive-leadership-transitions

ServiceTitan Donates 100,000 Masks to Hospitals and Contractors

ServiceTitan will donate 100,000 masks to hospitals and essential trade businesses as part of the global effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143173-servicetitan-donates-100000-masks-to-hospitals-and-contractors

The Promise Of Artificial Intelligence In Chillers And Rooftops

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most promising — and exciting — technologies to come to the HVACR industry in a long time.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143164-the-promise-of-artificial-intelligence-in-chillers-and-rooftops

Armstrong Announces Three Months of Free Remote Asset Managing Service

Armstrong has announced that it will provide its cloud-based subscription service, Pump Manager, to new customers with three months of free service.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143175-armstrong-announces-three-months-of-free-remote-asset-managing-service

Encycle Wins Technology Innovation Award

Encycle Corporation announced that it has won the Frost & Sullivan 2020 North America HVAC Energy Management Industry Technology Innovation Award.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143174-encycle-wins-technology-innovation-award

Agriculture and Livestock Climate Control Products

When contractors start to work with grow facilities, there are multiple considerations for successful product installs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143165-agriculture-and-livestock-climate-control-products

SMACNA Contractors and the SMART Union Partner To Combat COVID-19

Hillery Company and SMART Local 40 have partnered to fulfill thousands of orders for aluminum nose strips.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143172-smacna-contractors-and-the-smart-union-partner-to-combat-covid-19

Russelectric Manufactures Switches for Wisconsin State Fair’s Exposition Center

In just three days, Russelectric supplied three 3,000 A auto transfer switches to the Wisconsin State Fair’s Exposition Center.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143169-russelectric-manufactures-switches-for-wisconsin-state-fairs-exposition-center

Watts Delivers Warmth to Nebraska Veteran’s Tiny Home

Watts is helping bring heat to a Nebraska veteran’s tiny house — soon enabling him to live in a heated home for the first time in years.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143170-watts-delivers-warmth-to-nebraska-veterans-tiny-home

Expert Economist Talks About Recovery After COVID-19

Angela Harris, Technology Editor for The ACHR NEWS, interviewed Alan Beaulieu, economist and principle of ITR Economics.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143166-expert-economist-talks-about-recovery-after-covid-19

Distech Controls Announces Additions to its Canadian Sales Team

Distech Controls added Daniel Therrien and the promotion of Sabatino Castaldo to its Canadian sales team, effective immediately.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143168-distech-controls-announces-additions-to-its-canadian-sales-team

Innovation is The Key to Success in Distribution

My sales process is constantly being redefined; it has to, because the world around me is rapidly changing.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143163-innovation-is-the-key-to-success-in-distribution

ServiceTitan Joins OpenWeStand Movement

GoDaddy Inc. announced that over 30 brands, including ServiceTitan, American Express, Nextdoor, and others, have joined.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143156-servicetitan-joins-openwestand-movement

AMCA Seeking Volunteers to Revise Fan-Sound-Testing Standard 320

To volunteer, complete and submit the form by the close of business on June 13, 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143153-amca-seeking-volunteers-to-revise-fan-sound-testing-standard-320

Hunter Industrial Releases COVID-19 Statement

Hunter Industrial released a statement regarding the effects of COVID-19 on its business.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143157-hunter-industrial-releases-covid-19-statement

ServiceTitan Listed As a Best Workplace

ServiceTitan has been named to Inc. magazine’s annual list of the Best Workplaces for 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143154-servicetitan-listed-as-a-best-workplace

Creating Company Culture in a Time of Social Distancing

We have built relationships with our customers, employees, and teammates, and we all have personal relationships we’d like to maintain.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/143162-creating-company-culture-in-a-time-of-social-distancing

Maintaining Idle HVAC Systems During The Shutdown

Just because buildings are closed does not mean that routine maintenance on HVAC equipment should be put off.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143151-maintaining-idle-hvac-systems-during-the-shutdown

LG Air Conditioning Debuts Virtual Speaker Series

LG has confirmed additional topics and themes for its new virtual speaker series in May.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143155-lg-air-conditioning-debuts-virtual-speaker-series

Survey Shows Investment In Sustainability, Resilience, Smart Building Technology To Increase

Results from the 2019 Energy Efficiency Indicator study by Johnson Controls, released April 29, showed a clear trend: Investment is up.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143152-survey-shows-investment-in-sustainability-resilience-smart-building-technology-to-increase

Grundfos Marks 75 Years of Pioneering Together

The 75th anniversary is dedicated to the shared values of the company’s 19,280 colleagues all over the world.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143149-grundfos-marks-75-years-of-pioneering-together

RSES and ESCO Institute Have Created New Alliance

The organizations have agreed to collaborate to improve the technical competency of the HVACR industry.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143148-rses-and-esco-institute-have-created-new-alliance

Three Keys to Downsizing in a Period of Crashing Demand

Coronavirus containment and crashing economic demand present HVAC contractors and managers with a historic challenge.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143141-three-keys-to-downsizing-in-a-period-of-crashing-demand

Signal Strength: Connection Becomes the COVID-Era Key

Distributors have seen the coronavirus affect every aspect of running their businesses.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143140-signal-strength-connection-becomes-the-covid-era-key

Customer Service eBook by Steve Coscia Offered Online

Steve Coscia, CSP at Coscia Communications Inc., has published an eBook entitled Customer Service Superiority.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143147-customer-service-ebook-by-steve-coscia-offered-online

Grundfos’ Jim Swetye Added to Board of Hydraulic Institute

Jim Swetye will serve on the Board of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) for 2020-2021 as vice president of education.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143144-grundfos-jim-swetye-added-to-board-of-hydraulic-institute

Nominations Open for Lennox 2020 Feel The Love Program

The program is expanding to bring hope and support to medical professionals, essential workers, and others during the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143143-nominations-open-for-lennox-2020-feel-the-love-program

Getting Paid: New Solutions to an Age-Old Problem for HVAC Contractors

Innovations in payment technology are becoming the go-to ways of paying bills in a wide range of industries.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/143145-getting-paid-new-solutions-to-an-age-old-problem-for-hvac-contractors

Getting Paid: New Solutions to an Age-Old Problem for HVAC Contractor's

Innovations in payment technology are becoming the go-to ways of paying bills in a wide range of industries.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/143146-getting-paid-new-solutions-to-an-age-old-problem-for-hvac-contractors

HVAC Manufacturers Help the Fight Against COVID-19

As the COVID-19 crisis has scratched deep into the American economy, HVAC manufacturers have provided a much-needed flood of good news.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143139-hvac-manufacturers-help-the-fight-against-covid-19

Precision Coils Aids Quick Start-up of COVID-19 Care Hospital

The business helped retrofit an air handling unit in a former newspaper headquarters undergoing rapid into a pandemic care facility.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143142-precision-coils-aids-quick-start-up-of-covid-19-care-hospital

Infographic: The Anatomy of a Grow Facility

Regardless of what the facility grows, contractors must be aware of a number of interweaving needs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143138-infographic-the-anatomy-of-a-grow-facility

Troubleshooting Puzzle: A Split System That’s Not Cooling

In this month’s troubleshooting problem, the equipment is a split system that’s approximately 8 years old.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143132-troubleshooting-puzzle-a-split-system-thats-not-cooling

Troubleshooting Puzzle: A Split System That’s Not Cooling

In this month’s troubleshooting problem, the equipment is a split system that’s approximately 8 years old.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143132-troubleshooting-puzzle-a-split-system-thats-not-cooling

Technology Offers Protection to Essential Workers during COVID-19 Pandemic

Tremendous innovations in technology have helped protect HVAC dealers and technicians during these difficult times.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143136-technology-offers-protection-to-essential-workers-during-covid-19-pandemic

PR Firms Spread the Word for HVAC Contractors

Today, more and more contractors are hiring public relation firms to promote their businesses.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143137-pr-firms-spread-the-word-for-hvac-contractors

Franchises Support HVAC Contractors at Every Step

Some HVAC firms see potential in creating economics of scale and are creating operations with multiple locations, some in different states.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143129-franchises-support-hvac-contractors-at-every-step

iMarket Solutions Kicks Off a #HandWashChallenge Campaign

iMarket Solutions announced a #HandWashChallenge campaign for home service contractors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143134-imarket-solutions-kicks-off-a-handwashchallenge-campaign

Viega Hosts Online Training

Contractors who want to increase their knowledge and add skills can now receive Viega LLC training online and interact with trainers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143135-viega-hosts-online-training

Jonathan Duncklee Talks about Serving HVAC Customers, Community

As a kid in the mid-‘70s, Jonathan Duncklee remembers the white business phone sitting on the kitchen counter.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143130-jonathan-duncklee-talks-about-serving-hvac-customers-community

Tech of the Month — May 2020: Sidney McGilton

McGilton was drawn to the HVAC business by a lifelong interest in, as he put it, “fixing things.”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143122-tech-of-the-month-may-2020-sidney-mcgilton

Regal Launches Regal® Perceptiv Intelligence

Regal Beloit Corporation announced the launch of Regal Perceptiv intelligence.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143133-regal-launches-regal-perceptiv-intelligence

Communicating with Field Service Customers During COVID-19

Whether you need to share tough news with your customers or detailed information about health precautions, it’s important to be strategic.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143131-communicating-with-field-service-customers-during-covid-19

Project Files: Episode 26 — Yee-Haw Brewing Company

Yee-Haw Brewing Company opened in a renovated train depot in Johnson City, Tennessee in the first half of 2015. Since then, the company has expanded distribution to Nashville and picked up a Bronze Award at the 2016 World Beer Cup, a global beer competition that recognizes the most outstanding brewers and beers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143127-project-files-episode-26-yee-haw-brewing-company

Breweries Prove Good Customers For HVAC Contractors With The Right Mix Of Skills

Breweries can provide good customers for HVAC contractors with the right skills.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143128-breweries-prove-good-customers-for-hvac-contractors-with-the-right-mix-of-skills

Emerson Supports U.S. Army Corps of Engineers During COVID-19

The Army Corps of Engineers allotted 21 days to complete the Westchester County Center project.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143124-emerson-supports-us-army-corps-of-engineers-during-covid-19

Technical Training Associates HVACR Technician Training Videos Available Online

Technical Training Associates has announced that its training videos are now available online via the ESCO Learning Network.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143123-technical-training-associates-hvacr-technician-training-videos-available-online

Protecting Profits in Cannabis Facility HVAC Projects

A solid understanding of the cannabis-specific design requirements for any project can avoid inadvertent violations and their consequences.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143121-protecting-profits-in-cannabis-facility-hvac-projects

Preparing For Success Post-Coronvirus

As one of the senior contributors to this publication, I thought it appropriate to provide my perspective on the current world situation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143116-preparing-for-success-post-coronvirus

Cielo WiGle Introduces Turbo Mode and Freeze Protection

Cielo WiGle Inc. announced the introduction of “Turbo Mode” and “Freeze Protection (FP)” across its smart home devices.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143119-cielo-wigle-introduces-turbo-mode-and-freeze-protection

Distech Controls Receives a 2020 Building Automation & Energy Management Product Award

Acuity Brands' Allure Uniwave™ series of wireless interfaces and remote controls has been recognized by Buildings magazine.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143120-distech-controls-receives-a-2020-building-automation-energy-management-product-award

HVAC Contractor Talks Lifetime Warranties

Kyle Gargaro, editor-in-chief of The ACHR NEWS, interviewed Alan O’Neill, CEO of Abacus Plumbing and Air Conditioning in Houston, Texas.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143117-hvac-contractor-talks-lifetime-warranties

Air Handler Placement, Maintenance Boost IAQ, Efficiency, Cost Savings

While not often addressed, the air handler in an HVAC system has a significant role to play.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143113-air-handler-placement-maintenance-boost-iaq-efficiency-cost-savings

Air Conditioning Contractors of America Opposes IRS Taxation of Payroll Protection Program Funds

ACCA said the ruling will add undue financial strain on HVACR contractors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143118-air-conditioning-contractors-of-america-opposes-irs-taxation-of-payroll-protection-program-funds

Five Reasons to be Bullish About the HVAC Market

There are many reasons to be bullish on the HVAC industry going forward. Here are the top five.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/143115-five-reasons-to-be-bullish-about-the-hvac-market

Taco Expands Online Training while Social Distancing

Taco has greatly expanded its free online hydronic training opportunities during the social distancing brought about by the COVID-19 virus.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143112-taco-expands-online-training-while-social-distancing

Of Course HVACR Workers Are Essential

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to officials quickly trying to determine what constitutes essential activity and work.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143108-of-course-hvacr-workers-are-essential

Cancelled: COVID-19 Won’t Cause Great Recession

HVAC contractors across the nation are looking for an end to quarantine and wondering what it all means for the U.S. economy.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143107-cancelled-covid-19-wont-cause-great-recession

IIAR Conference And Expo To Take Place Online This Month

The IIAR Online Conference & Virtual Expo will be held May 18 to June 5, 2020 at www.iiar.org.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143111-iiar-conference-and-expo-to-take-place-online-this-month

Portable Technology Brings Unique Cooling Solution to HVAC Market

Over the past few years, portable cooling has increasingly developed as a solution for unique cooling needs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143106-portable-technology-brings-unique-cooling-solution-to-hvac-market

Code Uncertainty Puts Safe Refrigerant Transition At Risk

The global transition to low-GWP refrigerants is beginning in a disorderly manner in the United States — the world’s most mature HVAC market.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143110-code-uncertainty-puts-safe-refrigerant-transition-at-risk

Emerson Offers Free Training On Refrigeration Equipment

Emerson Educational Services is offering a wide variety of free online training courses through the remainder of the calendar year.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143109-emerson-offers-free-training-on-refrigeration-equipment

Victaulic Names Rick Bucher President

Victaulic announced that Rick Bucher has been appointed to the position of president and chief operating officer, effective immediately.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143103-victaulic-names-rick-bucher-president

HVAC Systems Should Be Checked Before Buildings Reopen, Due to COVID-19

The ACHR NEWS asked M. Dennis Knight about how contractors can make sure HVAC systems are operating safely after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143102-hvac-systems-should-be-checked-before-buildings-reopen-due-to-covid-19

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - May 4, 2020

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/143105-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---may-4-2020

Contractors Look at Strategies, Opportunities for Portable A/C

Contractors say portable technology can mean the difference between a satisfied customer and an unsatisfied one.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143101-contractors-look-at-strategies-opportunities-for-portable-ac

GF Piping Systems: Piping System

This product includes a complete range of pre-insulated pipe, fittings, valves, and hoses.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143088-gf-piping-systems-piping-system

Fieldpiece Instruments Inc.: Wireless Manometer

This product works with the Fieldpiece Job Link® System App for taking pressure measurements quickly and easily.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143089-fieldpiece-instruments-inc-wireless-manometer

HVAC Manufacturers Talk Rooftop Products, Trends

With each passing year, rooftop system developers find new ways to improve this staple piece of HVAC commercial equipment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143057-hvac-manufacturers-talk-rooftop-products-trends

Taco Comfort Solutions®: Near Boiler Trim Kit

This product provides a way to purchase all the accessories needed for near-boiler piping.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143080-taco-comfort-solutions-near-boiler-trim-kit

Cruiser RV Destratifies Air, Keeps Employees Comfortable with HTHV

Cruiser RV reached a point where they needed to address the working environment of its main production facility in northern Indiana.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143067-cruiser-rv-destratifies-air-keeps-employees-comfortable-with-hthv

Copeland Scroll™, a brand of Emerson: Outdoor Refrigeration

This unit provides refrigeration for medium-temperature walk-in coolers and display cases.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143081-copeland-scroll-a-brand-of-emerson-outdoor-refrigeration

Noritz America Corporation: Condensing Heater

This series minimizes the wait and the waste of unused potable water down the drain.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143083-noritz-america-corporation-condensing-heater

Dwyer Instruments Inc.: Test, Adjust, Balance Kit

This product is an all-in-one bundle that features air, water, temperature, humidity, and electrical test instruments.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143084-dwyer-instruments-inc-test-adjust-balance-kit

Seifert Systems Inc.: Enclosure Air Conditioners

UL-listed for types 12, 4, 3R, and 4X, this product includes an integrated condensate evaporation package for no-drip operation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143087-seifert-systems-inc-enclosure-air-conditioners

Johnson Controls Inc.: Centrifugal Chiller

This product is optimized around R-1233zd(E) and utilizes an inherent series counterflow design with patented heat exchangers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143082-johnson-controls-inc-centrifugal-chiller

Remaining Productive During Your Downtime

What can a refrigeration technician do during this downtime? One great option is to take this opportunity to enhance your knowledge of the trade.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143095-remaining-productive-during-your-downtime

Liquid Refrigerant, Dense Vapors Can Damage Compressors

Refrigeration and a/c compressors are vapor compressors, meaning they are designed to compress refrigerant vapor, not liquid refrigerant.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143096-liquid-refrigerant-dense-vapors-can-damage-compressors

Winsupply Names HVAC Vendor of the Year

Winsupply Inc. announced that the winner of the HVAC 2019 Vendor of the Year is Johnson Controls Unitary Products Group.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143098-winsupply-names-hvac-vendor-of-the-year

EPA Taps ACCA’s Vice President of Public Policy and Industry Relations to Join Political Team

ACCA announced that Todd Washam, vice president of Public Policy & Industry Relations, has been tapped to join Administrator Wheeler’s team.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143100-epa-taps-accas-vice-president-of-public-policy-and-industry-relations-to-join-political-team

ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force Established

ASHRAE announced an effort to respond to the pandemic and provide guidance on ensuring buildings are prepared for future epidemics.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143097-ashrae-epidemic-task-force-established

HVAC Production Persists Despite Covid-19-Related Losses

As the COVID-19 pandemic surges through spring, HVAC manufacturing is rolling back expectations for the remainder of 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143094-hvac-production-persists-despite-covid-19-related-losses

HVAC Contractors Adjust on the Fly to Changing Construction Rules During COVID-19

Commercial HVAC contractors grapple with mandated construction shutdowns in many parts of the country.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/143093-hvac-contractors-adjust-on-the-fly-to-changing-construction-rules-during-covid-19