Keelee Johns Joins Aire Serv of Coastal Carolina

A new member has joined the Aire Serv team: Keelee Johns as the new training specialist and human resources manager.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142243-keelee-johns-joins-aire-serv-of-coastal-carolina

Goodman Donates Land for a Soccer Complex

Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. has finalized a donation of vacant land destined to become a new city soccer complex.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142244-goodman-donates-land-for-a-soccer-complex

Miura Launches New “Intuitive” Website

Miura boilers has used the occasion of its 60th anniversary to launch a new user-friendly website that features new functionality.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142237-miura-launches-new-intuitive-website

HVACR Manufacturers, Industry Professionals Report Strong Economy Heading into 2020 AHR Expo

The industry survey was distributed to past and prospective attendees, as well as industry manufacturers, to gauge the market.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142234-hvacr-manufacturers-industry-professionals-report-strong-economy-heading-into-2020-ahr-expo

Obituary: Arthur Perez

Arthur Perez passed away on November 16, 2019. The 96-year-old resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, was born June 3, 1923, in New Orleans.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142235-obituary-arthur-perez

The Whalen Company Announces New Representative

The Whalen Company announced Gritton & Associates as its manufacturer’s representative for its Las Vegas territory.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142233-the-whalen-company-announces-new-representative

Project Files: Episode 23 — One Tower Bridge

To keep its edge, building owners needed to replace the nearly 30-year-old HVAC units that supplied the facility's floor-by-floor variable-air-volume (VAV) system.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142231-project-files-episode-23-one-tower-bridge

NASRC New York Workshop Engages Stakeholders Early in Regulatory Process

NASRC and the DEC co-hosted a workshop, which aimed to help New York supermarkets prepare for future refrigerant regulations.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142229-nasrc-new-york-workshop-engages-stakeholders-early-in-regulatory-process

NIBCO Completes Acquisition of Milwaukee Valve

NIBCO INC. announced it completed the acquisition of Milwaukee Valve Company.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142230-nibco-completes-acquisition-of-milwaukee-valve

Pfannenberg USA Highlights Liquid Cooling Solutions for Industrial Electronics

According to Pfannenberg, closed-loop liquid cooling efficiently improves performance for advanced manufacturing processes.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142228-pfannenberg-usa-highlights-liquid-cooling-solutions-for-industrial-electronics

Mechanical Supply Co. Inc Celebrates 65th Anniversary

Mechanical Supply Co. Inc. is celebrating its 65th anniversary and has named Jon Stanley the new vice president of Sales.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142227-mechanical-supply-co-inc-celebrates-65th-anniversary

Johnson Controls acquires EasyIO Building and Energy Management System

Johnson Controls announced that it closed an agreement to purchase the EasyIO Building and Energy Management System (BEMS) product line.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142225-johnson-controls-acquires-easyio-building-and-energy-management-system

Employee Development, Training Among Topics at Inaugural Human Resources Forum

In October, The Unified Group held its inaugural Human Resources Forum in Rosemont, Illinois.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142224-employee-development-training-among-topics-at-inaugural-human-resources-forum

Cloud-Connected HVAC Systems Are at the Core of Smart Facilities

Facilities are intelligent only to the extent that their operators collect, analyze, and learn from the information at their disposal.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142206-cloud-connected-hvac-systems-are-at-the-core-of-smart-facilities

METUS Provides Geothermal VRF Fairway Independent Mortgage

Fairway leadership decided it was time for a brand-new headquarters that could promote sustainable, energy-efficient operation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142216-metus-provides-geothermal-vrf-fairway-independent-mortgage

Cloud-Connected HVAC Systems Are at the Core of Smart Facilities

Facilities are intelligent only to the extent that their operators collect, analyze, and learn from the information at their disposal.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142206-cloud-connected-hvac-systems-are-at-the-core-of-smart-facilities

Hosting Successful In-House HVAC Training

It’s easy for people to get dangerously off track when they’re sure they are working with correct information.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142207-hosting-successful-in-house-hvac-training

Ten Tips For Making Meetings Effective

How do we make meetings productive without mistrust? Here are ten ways you can improve the effectiveness of your company's meetings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142205-ten-tips-for-making-meetings-effective

A Guide to Air Barriers, Vapor Barriers, and Insulation

Trying to fix building problems with equipment can be a problem. Here are some basics to help you diagnose and solve building issues.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142208-air-barriers-vapor-barriers-and-insulation

Contractors Need to Prepare Now for a Recession, Whenever It May Come

The savvy HVAC contractors are those who take the time to get ready for a downturn, whenever it might come.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142196-contractors-need-to-prepare-now-for-a-recession-whenever-it-may-come

The HVAC Contractor’s Guide to High-End Trends Coming in 2020

Manufacturers share a comprehensive guide to all things high-end HVAC for the year ahead.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142217-the-hvac-contractors-guide-to-high-end-trends-coming-in-2020

Train Your Employees to Install High-End HVAC Correctly Upfront

Installing high-end HAC correctly, or incorrectly, will dramatically affect the owner’s experience of the equipment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142221-train-your-employees-to-install-high-end-hvac-correctly-upfront

The Top Benefits of High-End HVAC

According to manufacturers, high-end HVAC can deliver new smart connectivity, unprecedented efficiency, and unimaginable comfort.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142218-the-top-benefits-of-high-end-hvac

Haberberger Welcomes Bob Labeaume as Lead Estimator

He will oversee the development of estimates and proposals for the company’s industrial and commercial customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142222-haberberger-welcomes-bob-labeaume-as-lead-estimator

How the Internet of Things is Revolutionizing the HVAC Industry

This whitepaper will help contractors, manufacturing representatives, engineers, and architects understand the current capabilities of IoT in commercial HVAC products. Data collected over Internet connectivity significantly improves HVAC performance through energy savings and equipment longevity.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142220-how-the-internet-of-things-is-revolutionizing-the-hvac-industry

AHRI Announces New Officers, Presents Awards

AHRI held its inaugural Leadership Forum in Puerto Rico, during which it elected its new officers and presented awards to industry leaders.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142223-ahri-announces-new-officers-presents-awards

Johnstone Supply-Woburn Group Opens at New Location

The new store location provides 30 percent more square footage than its previous building.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142214-johnstone-supply-woburn-group-opens-at-new-location

Ken Hardisty Retires from Hoshizaki America, Inc.

Hoshizaki America Inc. announced Ken Hardisty’s retirement, and the appointment of Jon O’Hern to vice president of distributor sales.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142212-ken-hardisty-retires-from-hoshizaki-america-inc

Triangle Tube Announces New Territory Sales Manager

Triangle Tube announced the appointment of Ray Parent as Northeast Territory Sales Manager.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142213-triangle-tube-announces-new-territory-sales-manager

AHR Expo Releases 2020 Economic and Industry Report

The AHR Expo released its economic and industry report for the upcoming year, based on a survey of the HVACR community.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142219-ahr-expo-releases-2020-economic-and-industry-report

Brian Baker Scholarship Application Opens

The scholarship provides an opportunity to attend the HVAC Excellence National HVACR Educators and Trainers Conference for free.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142210-brian-baker-scholarship-application-opens

Danfoss to Establish an Internet of Things Collaboration with Microsoft

Danfoss has entered into a collaboration with Microsoft to bring refrigeration and HVAC data analysis to the cloud, through Microsoft Azure.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142203-danfoss-to-establish-an-internet-of-things-collaboration-with-microsoft

Pueblo Mechanical & Controls ExecFactor Platform Completes Sixth Add-on Acquisition

Pueblo Mechanical & Controls has acquired Niemeyer Brothers Plumbing, Inc.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142209-pueblo-mechanical-controls-execfactor-platform-completes-sixth-add-on-acquisition

Trane Earns Two 2019 BIG Awards for Business

The Business Intelligence Group has announced the winners of the 2019 BIG Awards for Business program, which includes two awards for Trane.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142202-trane-earns-two-2019-big-awards-for-business

Johnstone Supply-Woburn Group Donates $8,000 to Operation Homefront

Johnstone Supply-Woburn Group gave back to the community with a donation of $8,000 to Operation Homefront.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142204-johnstone-supply-woburn-group-donates-8000-to-operation-homefront

TATRO Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

TATRO is participating in a breakfast for employees as well as touting the graduation of its most recent class of apprentices.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142200-tatro-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week

Using (or Abusing) the R-22 Phaseout as a Sales Tool

Scaring consumers into buying a new cooling system is not helpful, particularly when contractors work hard to establish their reputations.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142184-using-or-abusing-the-r-22-phaseout-as-a-sales-tool

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 18, 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/142195-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---november-18-2019

Manufacturers Meet Demand for More Intelligent Building Controls

Smart products enable service providers to take a more proactive approach to addressing HVAC system and equipment issues, said Susie Gornick.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142185-manufacturers-meet-demand-for-more-intelligent-building-controls

Smart Care Promotes Thomas McElwrath to Area Manager – West

In this new role, McElwrath will oversee operations across the Western and Northwestern United States.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142189-smart-care-promotes-thomas-mcelwrath-to-area-manager-west

Technology Investments For HVAC Contractors Pay in Time Saved

HVAC contractors could invest in all kinds of technology, ranging from tools to management systems, but often, the question lies with the payoff.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142187-technology-investments-for-hvac-contractors-pay-in-time-saved

AAON Inc. Announces Price Increase

AAON Inc. announced a price increase of 5 percent on select large commercial and applied HVAC equipment, effective December 5.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142199-aaon-inc-announces-price-increase

Schools Want to Control Costs, Showcase Sustainable HVAC Solutions

Schools want products that will help them reach their sustainability goals. School districts across the country are investing in renewable energy.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142186-schools-want-to-control-costs-showcase-sustainable-hvac-solutions

VRF, Mini Split Options Now Viable for HVAC applications

Ductless units are much more versatile today than they were just five years ago.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142188-vrf-mini-split-options-now-viable-for-hvac-applications

Four Steps to Determine the Correct Mixed Air Temperature

With a few measurements or design numbers and some quick math, you can also estimate the influence outside air has on a system.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142192-four-steps-to-determine-the-correct-mixed-air-temperature

Manufacturers Launch Ad Campaign to Raise Awareness of Geothermal Solutions

GEO is raising awareness of geothermal heating and cooling as an affordable and renewable way to control an indoor climate.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142198-manufacturers-join-forces-to-raise-awareness-of-geothermal-solutions

AMCA Presents Distinguished Service Awards at 2019 Annual Meeting

AMCA International Inc. presented its Distinguished Service Award to three individuals, Ganesh, Mathson, and Valbracht.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142172-amca-presents-distinguished-service-awards-at-2019-annual-meeting

Lennox Industries Inc. Announces Price Increase

Lennox Industries Inc. has announced a 3-6 percent price increase on all unitary residential and commercial heating and cooling products.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142191-lennox-industries-inc-announces-price-increase

HARDI Doubles Down on Market Intelligence Efforts with New Hire

Fisher will be performing analysis of business themes and trends and will be leading market research activities for HARDI.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142171-hardi-doubles-down-on-market-intelligence-efforts-with-new-hire

Ingersoll Rand Increases Prices on HVAC products

Ingersoll Rand’s residential, commercial, and supply businesses announced an average price increase from three to seven percent on select products.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142174-ingersoll-rand-2020-increases-prices-on-hvac-products

SAWIN Announces SAWIN Basic Software

SAWIN Basic helps home services workers manage operations, by helping with sales, scheduling, dispatch, service, and accounting.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142173-sawin-announces-sawin-basic-software

Carrier Participates in United Nations Meeting of the Montréal Protocol

Carrier Transicold & Refrigeration Systems President David Appel discussed the sustainable cold chain and how it can cut food loss and waste.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142170-carrier-participates-in-united-nations-meeting-of-the-montr%C3%A9al-protocol

The Star Supply Company Awarded Top Workplace Award

The Star Supply Company has been recognized as a 2019 Top Workplace by Hearst Connecticut Media Group.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142175

Embraco: R- 290 Compressors

These enable enhanced thermodynamic efficiency, energy savings, lower operating pressures and improved noise performance for L/MBP applications.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142162-embraco-r--290-compressors

Ambles Kwok named CTO of PropTech startup Setter

He will scale Setter’s software for expansion by growing the software development team and boosting Setter’s operational efficiency.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142168-ambles-kwok-named-cto-of-proptech-startup-setter

Global Energy Conservation Wave to Create Revenue Growth for Industrial Pipe Insulation Materials

Industrial pipe insulation constitutes a crucial part of the mechanical insulation industry, which is also witnessing steady growth since recent past.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142169-global-energy-conservation-wave-to-create-revenue-growth-for-industrial-pipe-insulation-materials

NASRC Expo to Highlight Low-GWP AND Energy Efficient Refrigeration Solutions

NASRC and SCE will co-host the Low-GWP & Energy Efficiency Expo, which will showcase the latest commercial refrigeration technologies.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142167-nasrc-expo-to-highlight-low-gwp-and-energy-efficient-refrigeration-solutions

RSES Announces 2019–2020 International and Auxiliary Board of Directors

The RSES Board and Auxiliary International Annual Business Meetings were held during the RSES Conference & HVACR Technology Expo.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142165-rses-announces-20192020-international-and-auxiliary-board-of-directors

HARDI Opens Portal to D.C., Urges Members to Take Action on the HFC Phasedown

HARDI has opened an online portal that allows individuals to easily take action in support of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142164-hardi-opens-portal-to-dc-urges-members-to-take-action-on-the-hfc-phasedown

Institute of Refrigeration Encourages Schools and Students

The IOR wants to encourage schools to get involved in explaining to their students how fantastic the refrigeration and air conditioning industries are.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142163-institute-of-refrigeration-encourages-schools-and-students

JB Industries Completes Acquisition of C&D Valve

JB Industries completed its acquisition of C&D Valve (C&D) based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142161-jb-industries-completes-acquisition-of-cd-valve

Institute of Refrigeration Celebrates the Service Engineer

On February 27, 2020, the IOR will award an individual who is making a contribution through their dedication and consistent good service.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142159-institute-of-refrigeration-celebrates-the-service-engineer

NAVAC Hires Keith Keller as Southern Regional Sales Manager

Keller will spearhead sales efforts and play a fundamental role in expanding the company’s brand and sales network.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142160-navac-hires-keith-keller-as-southern-regional-sales-manager

Uponor North America Wins International Trade Award

The UNA was honored with the International Trade Award for Foreign Direct Investment in a special luncheon ceremony in Minneapolis.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142158-uponor-north-america-wins-international-trade-award

Pfizer Finds $35,000 Energy Savings Through Pilot Duct Sealing Project

Pfizer knew that much of the existing ductwork serving the various buildings would have to be incorporated into the upgrade plans.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142147-pfizer-finds-35000-energy-savings-through-pilot-duct-sealing-project

Why Actuators for Connected Industry Run on Brushless DC Motors

The flow control industry has stubbornly clung to pneumatic actuators, specifically in the American market, for decades.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142144-why-actuators-for-connected-industry-run-on-brushless-dc-motors

Why Actuators for Connected Industry Run on Brushless DC Motors

The flow control industry has stubbornly clung to pneumatic actuators, specifically in the American market, for decades.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142144-why-actuators-for-connected-industry-run-on-brushless-dc-motors

Add-On Services Dispel the Myth of the HVAC Slow Season

Contractors can find themselves searching for a way to keep employees working and for their businesses to survive. Enter add-on services.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142152-add-on-services-dispel-the-myth-of-the-hvac-slow-season

New Trade Divisions Can Help Contractors Grow Business

Some contractors stick with what they know in their current HVAC business and grow by adding another trade to the company altogether.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142153-new-trade-divisions-can-help-contractors-grow-business

HVAC Industry Shoots for Sustainable Skyscrapers

Tall buildings present a challenge to sustainability. For example, some sources of renewable energy don’t make very good economic sense.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142149-hvac-industry-shoots-for-sustainable-skyscrapers

ASHRAE 189.1: A Higher Standard for High-Performance Green Buildings, Pt. 2

To realize high-performance green buildings, the place to start is improving HVAC – centering on ventilation/efficiency.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142143-ashrae-1891-a-higher-standard-for-high-performance-green-buildings-pt-2

Harnessing the Power of Networking Events

While I don’t consider myself an expert in the navigation of conferences and their etiquette, I did discover a few tricks and techniques.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142145-harnessing-the-power-of-networking-events

Air Sealing Requires Whole-House Philosophy

More HVAC contractors should consider adding air sealing to their menu of offerings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142154-air-sealing-requires-whole-house-philosophy

Troubleshooting puzzle: An Uncomfortable Bedroom

Several attempts have been made to solve the problem of one bedroom that is always too cool during the heating season.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142146-troubleshooting-puzzle-an-uncomfortable-bedroom

LeBlanc promoted to Vice President of Operations at Aquatherm

Michael LeBlanc has been selected to lead Aquatherm’s newly created operations department.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142155-leblanc-promoted-to-vice-president-of-operations-at-aquatherm

EGIA Foundation Launches 2020 Scholarship Program for HVAC Students

The EGIA Foundation today announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2020 EGIA Foundation Scholarship Program.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142156-egia-foundation-launches-2020-scholarship-program-for-hvac-students

ServiceTitan to Present at ProductCon

ServiceTitan announced that two of its executives will be featured as guest speakers at the Los Angeles ProductCon conference.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142151-servicetitan-to-present-at-productcon

RIDGID to Introduce Mechanical Contracting Time-Saver at FABTECH

RIDGID will feature a new mechanical contracting tool designed to significantly increase productivity at FABTECH, Nov. 11-14, in Chicago.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142150-ridgid-to-introduce-mechanical-contracting-time-saver-at-fabtech

Intermountain Hydronic Specialties Joins Mestek as New Boiler Representative

Mestek has announced Intermountain Hydronic Specialties (IHS) as its new manufacturer’s representative.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142148-intermountain-hydronic-specialties-joins-mestek-as-new-boiler-representative

Ice Air Receives AHRI Certification for Products

Ice Air has announced that four of their Vertical Stack Water Source Heat Pumps (WSHP) products have now earned AHRI certification

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142141-ice-air-receives-ahri-certification-for-products

Thermal Transfer Products Celebrates 50 Years

The company manufactures high-performing heat exchangers for oil cooling and compressor cooling.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142139-thermal-transfer-products-celebrates-50-years

iConnect Training Acquires DDC Support Services’ Line

North Park Innovations Group Inc. acquired the DDC Support Services line for Building Automation Systems HVACR Controls simulators and curriculum.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142140-iconnect-training-acquires-ddc-support-services-line

The Benefit of an HVACR Inside Sales Representative

Have you ever calculated the cost of lost opportunities in your plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical business?

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-the-coach-s-blog/post/142136-the-benefit-of-an-hvacr-inside-sales-representative

Belt Drive Retrofits can Conserve Energy for Commercial HVAC

In this infographic, The ACHR NEWS breaks down the data behind the belt drives that power over 80% of commercial HVAC equipment, demonstrating how the right type of belt can affect a system’s life.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142138-belt-drive-retrofits-can-conserve-energy-for-commercial-hvac

Fighting The Fake News Of The R-22 Phaseout

I have been astounded by the number of articles that I’ve seen that contain misinformation about the phaseout.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142132-fighting-the-fake-news-of-the-r-22-phaseout

Recipients Awarded Emerson Helix Innovation Scholarships

Emerson announced the five recipients of The Helix Innovation Scholarships at the University of Dayton.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142129-recipients-awarded-emerson-helix-innovation-scholarships

NASRC To Host Low-GWP And Energy Efficiency Expo

The North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council and Southern California Edison will co-host the first-ever Low-GWP & Energy Efficiency Expo.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142135-nasrc-to-host-low-gwp-and-energy-efficiency-expo

Russelectric Announces Mission Critical Management Group As Representative

Russelectric announced that MCM Group has been named Russelectric manufacturer’s representative for the state of Georgia.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142130-russelectric-announces-mission-critical-management-group-as-representative

AHRI, ACCA Express Support For Senate HFC Legislation

AHRI expressed its support for legislation designed to capture a larger share of the market for refrigeration and a/c products and equipment.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142134-ahri-acca-express-support-for-senate-hfc-legislation

Is CO2 The Natural Choice For Food Retailers?

There are several important considerations to make when deciding whether to use CO2 (R-744) as a refrigerant.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142133-is-co2-the-natural-choice-for-food-retailers

Understanding Liability for Unpaid Wages

These three words describe one of the most common problems that confront employers in managing today’s workplace: paying people properly.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142137-understanding-liability-for-unpaid-wages

Michael O’Hare promoted to Executive Vice President at CES

Michael O’Hare was promoted to executive vice president at Orlando-based Comprehensive Energy Services Inc.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142131-michael-ohare-promoted-to-executive-vice-president-at-ces

Fujitsu National Distributor Conference Goes to SoCal

Fujitsu General America recently held its third annual national distributor conference in Palm Springs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142128-fujitsu-national-distributor-conference-goes-to-socal

Johnson Controls to Acquire Synchrony from Siemens

Johnson Controls announced that it will acquire Synchrony. Based in Roanoke, Virginia, Synchrony is part of Siemens Gas and Power.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142126-johnson-controls-to-acquire-synchrony-from-siemens

Resolute Industrial Acquires American Equipment Group

Resolute Industrial Holdings LLC announced that it has acquired American Equipment Group (“AEG”).

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142127-resolute-industrial-acquires-american-equipment-group

Three Reputation Management Best Practices for Navigating Crises

From workplace accidents to severe weather and product recalls, no business is immune from crisis situations — including the HVACR sector.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142121-three-reputation-management-best-practices-for-navigating-crises

Infographic: Smart Thermostats: Present & Future

Top considerations for homeowners when they purchase thermostats.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142114-infographic-smart-thermostats-present-future

Trends in the Smart Thermostat Market

“Diagnostics!” Concise and emphatic, Gene LaNois knew immediately when asked what’s new in the thermostat market.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142112-trends-in-the-smart-thermostat-market

Taking A New Perspective In HVAC Marketing

When it comes to workforce development efforts, Women in HVACR set the bar high with their new video, released on their Facebook page this fall.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/142123-taking-a-new-perspective-in-hvac-marketing

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 4, 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/142125-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---november-4-2019

New Refrigerants, Regulations Challenge Supermarkets

Quickly adjusting and responding to market and policy changes will be necessary for end users and refrigeration engineers and contractors.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142120-new-refrigerants-regulations-challenge-supermarkets

Tracking Down the Cause of Compressor Motor Overheating

One of the more popular three-phase electrical services that is supplied to medium-size commercial buildings is the Wye or Star configuration transformer.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142116-tracking-down-the-cause-of-compressor-motor-overheating

Natural Disasters Highlight Need for HVACR Emergency Planning

Emergency situations test the ability of contractors to protect their employees, businesses, and customers. Doing this successfully requires a plan.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142111-natural-disasters-highlight-need-for-hvacr-emergency-planning

Smart Thermostats Demand Smart Strategies for Avoiding Pitfalls

From the first mention to pricing and installation, smart thermostats represent a variety of decisions and possible mistakes.

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How to Find the Technical HVAC Information You Need

Controls offer many benefits to the design and operation of a system, but they can add a level of difficulty when troubleshooting a system failure.

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HARDI Distributors Report 11.9 Percent Revenue Growth in September

HARDI released its TRENDS report, showing the average sales performance by HARDI distributors was an increase of 11.9 percent during September.

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Smart Care Transitions VP of Service to VP of Transformation

Smart Care Equipment Solutions announces the transition of Justin Verke from vice president of service to vice president of transformation.

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2020 National Plumbing & HVAC Estimator Book

Plumbing and HVAC estimators can use the cost estimates in this manual. Sample estimating and bidding forms and contracts also included.

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Sustainable Heating, Cooling and Water Heating Solutions

Over the last few decades, there have been quite a few false starts and failed experiments around the “green” building movement. As a contractor, you had a right to be skeptical. But today, you are likely excited and motivated to realize the environmental, health and cost benefits of green commercial construction.

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