Winsupply Opens Waterworks Distributor in Quad Cities

Winsupply Inc. has opened Quad Cities Winwater, serving contractors in the Quad Cities including eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142571-winsupply-opens-waterworks-distributor-in-quad-cities

2020 OESP Annual Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

To be considered a candidate, applicants are required to write a 500-word essay telling the committee about themselves, including their background.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142570-oesp-annual-scholarship-applications-now-being-accepted

Shelly Morgan Named Among 2020 Women Who Mean Business

Comprehensive Energy Services Inc.’s co-founder/co-owner Shelly Morgan was named among Orlando Business Journal’s 2020 Women Who Mean Business.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142569-shelly-morgan-named-among-2020-women-who-mean-business

Armstrong Fluid Technology: Design Envelope IPC 9521 Integrated Plant Control System

The IPC 9521 significantly improves the operating efficiencies of plants using either identical or non-identical chillers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142558-armstrong-fluid-technology-design-envelope-ipc-9521-integrated-plant-control-system

Danfoss: DSH 50TR

The Danfoss DSH 50TR with IDV technology extends the range of scroll compressors for air-cooled and water-cooled chillers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142555-danfoss-dsh-50tr

Danfoss: VSH Inverter Scroll

The new third-generation VZH compressor retains the strengths of previous generations with the added benefits that come with IDV technology.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142557-danfoss-vsh-inverter-scroll

Baltimore Aircoil Company: The Nexus™ Modular Hybrid Cooler

The Nexus Cooler is an intelligent, plug-and-play, modular, hybrid fluid cooling system for HVAC and industrial applications.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142565-baltimore-aircoil-company-the-nexus-modular-hybrid-cooler

Ruskin: AIRFLOW-IQ

The AIRFLOW-IQ helps satisfy the requirements for minimum outside air as required by ASHRAE 62.1, 90.1 and 189.1 and other standards.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142559-ruskin-airflow-iq

Baltimore Aircoil Company: TrilliumSeries Adiabatic Products

These combine the best of wet and dry cooling to optimize energy and water savings for the commercial and industrial refrigeration industries.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142563-baltimore-aircoil-company-trilliumseries-adiabatic-products

Baltimore Aircoil Company: HXV Hybrid Cooler

The HXV cooler offers the best of both evaporative and dry cooling in a water-saving and energy-efficient solution.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142562-baltimore-aircoil-company-hxv-hybrid-cooler

Ruskin: ADC105

The Ruskin® ADC105 addressable damper controller meets NFPA 80 and 105 life safety remote damper testing requirements.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142560-ruskin-adc105

Ruskin: EME3625DFLMD

The EME3625DFLMD is constructed of extruded aluminum for low maintenance and high resistance to corrosion.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142561-ruskin-eme3625dflmd

Danfoss: CO2 Adaptive Liquid Management (CALM)

CALM is a complete solution, with an intelligent system manager, smart pack, and case controllers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142556-danfoss-co2-adaptive-liquid-management-calm

ACCA Announces Updates to Manual S

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announces its intention to update ANSI/ACCA 3 Manual S - Residential Equipment Selection.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142540-acca-announces-updates-to-manual-s

Distech Controls Announces Key Leadership Promotions

Distech Controls announced the recent promotions of three key employees to its leadership team effective immediately.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142535-distech-controls-announces-key-leadership-promotions

APR Supply Co. Hosts Congressman Dan Meuser

APR Supply Co. recently hosted Congressman Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania's ninth district.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142533-apr-supply-co-hosts-congressman-dan-meuser

Russell’s Installs Donated YORK HVAC system For Military Veteran

Russell’s Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric and Virginia Air Distributors partnered with local contractors and Building Homes for Heroes.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142534-russells-installs-donated-york-hvac-system-for-military-veteran

Jeff Johnson Joins Smart Care as New Chief Financial Officer

Smart Care Equipment Solutions announced that Jeff Johnson has joined the company as chief financial officer.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142525-jeff-johnson-joins-smart-care-as-new-chief-financial-officer

Lifetime Heating & Air Conditioning Merges with Allred Heating, Cooling, Electric

Lifetime Heating & Air Conditioning announced that it has merged with Allred Heating, Cooling, Electric LLC.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142526-lifetime-heating-air-conditioning-merges-with-allred-heating-cooling-electric

Sanhua Becomes Johnstone Supply Approved Vendor

Sanhua products, will be stocked in all Johnstone Supply distribution centers, and featured in Johnstone sales and marketing materials.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142523-sanhua-becomes-johnstone-supply-approved-vendor

Milwaukee Tool to Open USA Manufacturing Plant in Wisconsin

Milwaukee Tool will expand its footprint in the United States with a new vertically integrated manufacturing plant in West Bend, Wisconsin.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142522-milwaukee-tool-to-open-usa-manufacturing-plant-in-wisconsin

ComStar Introduces R-410a Drop-In Replacement Refrigerant

RS-53 (R-470A) is a new patented HFO blend with an ultra-low Global Warming Potential of 909 (AR5) and is zero ozone depleting.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142521-comstar-introduces-r-410a-drop-in-replacement-refrigerant

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: North Carolina HVAC Company Creates Family Atmosphere

As much as John Eanes loves his job and employees, he never intended to work in the HVAC industry, even though he grew up in the business.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142505-2019-best-contractors-to-work-for-north-carolina-hvac-company-creates-family-atmosphere

Great Business Leadership Comes From a Great Mindset

Great leaders adopt the mindset of growth, abundance, excellence, success, and relentless, unwavering pursuit of their goals.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142517-great-business-leadership-comes-from-a-great-mindset

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: HVAC Company Values Awards and Incentives

Dustin Miller started Comfort Now Inc., in Visalia, California, in 2011, after branching away from his father and uncle’s contracting company.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142507-2019-best-contractors-to-work-for-hvac-company-values-awards-and-incentives

AHR Expo Show Events

The AHR Expo is the world’s largest HVACR event, attracting the most comprehensive gathering of industry professionals from around the globe each year.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142520-ahr-expo-show-events

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: HVAC Company Trains Happy Employees to Make Happy Customers

Bruce Krinkie and his father had a vision: If they found employees that wanted to make customers happy, they would teach them HVACR technical skills.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142508-2019-best-contractors-to-work-for-hvac-company-trains-happy-employees-to-make-happy-customers

Recognizing Employee Contributions Should Be Routine

It is so important for contractors to be more creative in retaining the valuable workers they already have.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/142519-recognizing-employee-contributions-should-be-routine

Solidify Partnerships With Incentives, Education

For HVACR distributors, it’s imperative to keep a brand top of mind with contractors and to make sure they are informed about the product offering.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142516-solidify-partnerships-with-incentives-education

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: HVAC Company Owner Allows Employees to Grow Fast

Michael DeRitis, owner of Madison & East Mechanical Corp., will turn down a job if it puts too much stress on his staff.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142506-2019-best-contractors-to-work-for-hvac-company-owner-allows-employees-to-grow-fast

2019 Best Contractors to Work For: Top HVAC Contractors Announced

The ACHR NEWS is proud to set these four contractors above the rest as examples of what it takes to be labeled the Best Contractor to Work For.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142504-2019-best-contractors-to-work-for-top-hvac-contractors-announced

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for November 2019

Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142518-facts-figures-ahri-shipment-data-for-november-2019

Parker Hannifin to Conduct New Filter Membrane Application Research and Development

Parker Hannifin Corporation is expanding its research and development capabilities in the field of advanced hollow fiber filter membranes.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142509-parker-hannifin-to-conduct-new-filter-membrane-application-research-and-development

APR Supply Co. Coordinates $10,000 Drive for Homes for Our Troops

In addition to the financial contribution, they donate equipment and supplies to assist in building two homes for wounded veterans in 2019.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142510-apr-supply-co-coordinates-10000-drive-for-homes-for-our-troops

Project Files: Episode 24 — The Lido House

The project team and property management realized they needed to maximize open space for use by hotel guests. They chose LG’s Multi V™ 5 and Multi V™ S VRF systems, noted for energy efficiency and flexibility in design and installation options.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142512-project-files-episode-24-the-lido-house

Superior Equipment Sales Announces New Branch Opening in Virginia Beach

There will be an official grand opening event on Friday, February 14, at the new location.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142511-superior-equipment-sales-announces-new-branch-opening-in-virginia-beach

TDIndustries Promotes Lauren Turner to Senior Vice President

Turner leads the company’s largest Service department, which provides maintenance and life-cycle support for HVAC, plumbing, and more.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142492-tdindustries-promotes-lauren-turner-to-senior-vice-president

Trane Earns Tennessee Valley Authority’s Excellence in Customer Service Award for Second Consecutive Year

This annual recognition honors contractors in TVA’s Preferred Partner Network based on customer survey ratings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142491-trane-earns-tennessee-valley-authoritys-excellence-in-customer-service-award-for-second-consecutive-year

GPS Insight Acquires Field Management Software Provider ServiceBridge

GPS Insight, a provider of fleet software for organizations, announced the acquisition of ServiceBridge.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142490-gps-insight-acquires-field-management-software-provider-servicebridge

Meier Supply and Habitat For Humanity Partner To Help Local Families

Frank Meier and other Meier employees have participated in building homes locally and in New Orleans, California, and Thailand.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142487-meier-supply-and-habitat-for-humanity-partner-to-help-local-families

The Unified Group Holds Annual Meeting and Owner’s Forum

Business leaders stepped away from their day-to-day activities and to focus on company and process improvement while networking.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142488-the-unified-group-holds-annual-meeting-and-owners-forum

AAA Home Services Celebrates 50th Anniversary in 2020

Celebrating its 50th year in business, the company has serviced more than 1.1 million customers and continues to log about 185 service calls per day.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142489-aaa-home-services-celebrates-50th-anniversary-in-2020

Marketing for the HVAC Contractor: The Case for Marketing

Marketing casts a vision and tells people, implicitly and explicitly, what sort of experience they will have when they interact with your company.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/18-business-management-blog/post/142483-marketing-for-the-hvac-contractor-the-case-for-marketing

Evapco Names New Sales Representatives in Florida

Evapco Inc. hired Integrated Cooling Systems of Central Florida as the Evapco representative in the Tampa and Orlando, Florida areas.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142485-evapco-names-new-sales-representatives-in-florida

Bacharach Refrigerant Management Software Available for Free

The software is an enterprise-scale system to track refrigerant usage, leak inspections, and leak events.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142484-bacharach-refrigerant-management-software-available-for-free

Joseph Groh Foundation Announces Recent Grants and 2020 Golf Dates

The first golf date will take place on Monday, May 4 at the Coyote Ridge Golf Club in Carrollton, Texas.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142486-joseph-groh-foundation-announces-recent-grants-and-2020-golf-dates

Mike Hajduk Joins Blue Collar Talent Scouts LLC Advisory Board

Hajduk's most recent role was as president and co-owner of Callahan Roach Flat Rate Pricing for 19 years

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142482-mike-hajduk-joins-blue-collar-talent-scouts-llc-advisory-board

Mitigating the Labor Shortage in the HVAC field

Getting the right people on the team has always been essential for any company, in any industry, and HVAC is no exception.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142475-mitigating-the-labor-shortage-in-the-hvac-field

Harris Products Group Helps Grayson County Students

Local distributors suggested to Crooke manufacturers might offer discounts to schools, so he contacted the Harris Products Group.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142481-harris-products-group-helps-grayson-county-students

NB Handy Now Distributing Allied Commercial, Concord Equipment

NB Handy is distributing Allied Commercial and Concord unitary equipment in its entire territory.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142480-nb-handy-now-distributing-allied-commercial-concord-equipment

Luxury Apartment Complex gets a Makeover

Wall Street Tower’s managers recently completed a sweeping $4.5 million renovation of the building, which was constructed in 1986.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142460-luxury-apartment-complex-gets-a-makeover

Disruptive Trends Change Zoning’s Role in HVACR

Zoning technology has experienced success in both residential and commercial applications of hot water and hydronic systems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142461-disruptive-trends-change-zonings-role-in-hvacr

Attracting the Top HVAC Talent, and Getting Them to Stay

The industry already suffers a labor shortage. How can a contractor ensure they hire quality talent, and then retain them?

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142459-attracting-the-top-hvac-talent-and-getting-them-to-stay

Why Air Conditioning Systems Freeze and How to Fix Them

Some systems we work on and install will freeze. Air conditioning is not one of them.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142476-why-air-conditioning-systems-freeze-and-how-to-fix-them

Optimizing HVACR Efficiency with Smaller Diameter Copper Tubes

Efficient refrigeration and HVAC systems are essential to energy management and operational cost of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142473-optimizing-hvacr-efficiency-with-smaller-diameter-copper-tubes

How to Brand Your HVAC Company

If you humanize your company, consumers will identify with it. So, how do you brand your HVAC business in 2020?

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142471-how-to-brand-your-hvac-company

Assessing Industry Innovation Trends: New Refrigerants

Globally, refrigerant trends are changing, but it is still somewhat unclear which refrigerants will become mainstays for HVAC.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142472-assessing-industry-innovation-trends-new-refrigerants

Hybrid Boilers Produce Maximum Efficiencies for Property Owners

Two types of boilers can be better than one — especially when trying to minimize operating costs over the course of a heating season.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142462-hybrid-boilers-produce-maximum-efficiencies-for-property-owners

Optimizing HVACR Efficiency with Smaller Diameter Copper Tubes

Efficient refrigeration and HVAC systems are essential to energy management and operational cost of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142473-optimizing-hvacr-efficiency-with-smaller-diameter-copper-tubes

Emerson to Host Refrigerants and Regulations Discussion at E360 Breakfast

Emerson announced it will be hosting an HVACR refrigerants and regulations discussion during its E360 Breakfast.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142479-emerson-to-host-refrigerants-and-regulations-discussion-at-e360-breakfast

Miura Boilers and Two Other Companies Create “Steam-as-a-Service"

Miura Boilers and two other companies recently formed an alliance to solve challenges facing steam users today.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142478-miura-boilers-and-two-other-companies-create-steam-as-a-service

Airxchange Launches New Website

Airxchange Inc. announced the launch of a new corporate brand and website.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142477-airxchange-launches-new-website

Motion Industries Names Chris Pacer to Vice President – Central Group

Pacer joined Motion Industries as a certified fluid power specialist, working up to branch manager throughout the markets within Northern Ohio.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142467-motion-industries-names-chris-pacer-to-vice-president-central-group

Green Link Engineering Becomes Member of HARDI

Green Link Engineering has become a member of Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI).

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142468-green-link-engineering-becomes-member-of-hardi

General Filters Welcomes Intermountain Sales & Marketing Inc.

General Filters Inc. welcomes Intermountain Sales & Marketing Inc. to its network of independent sales agencies.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142469-general-filters-welcomes-intermountain-sales-marketing-inc

Armstrong Names Todd Rief CEO

S. A. Armstrong Limited has announced that Todd Rief has joined the organization as chief executive officer.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142470-armstrong-names-todd-rief-ceo

House’s AIM Act Hearing Hits Highs and Lows

The American Innovation & Manufacturing (AIM) Act received its first public debate in the House Committee on Energy & Commerce.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142474-houses-aim-act-hearing-hits-highs-and-lows

Johnson Controls Launches New YORK Rooftop Line

The YORK brand of JCI is launching a line of RTUs designed to exceed the DOE energy efficiency standards, which will take effect January 1, 2023.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142466-johnson-controls-launches-new-york-rooftop-line

Adsil Appoints Gordon Miller to General Manager

Miller will be responsible for the day to day operation of the company including sales, marketing, customer service, and more.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142465-adsil-appoints-gordon-miller-to-general-manager

Service Nation Announces Launch of New Connected Home Program

Service Nation launched its new Connected Home program that allows residential HVAC contractors to offer smart home services to their customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142463-service-nation-announces-launch-of-new-connected-home-program

Regal Power Transmission Products Migrate to New Website

Regal Beloit Corporation has merged three websites into one. This move brings tools and ease of use to customers in one mobile-friendly site.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142464-regal-power-transmission-products-migrate-to-new-website

ASHRAE Breaks Ground on Global Headquarters Renovation Project

The event marked the beginning of the renovation on a two-story, 66,700 square-foot building, located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142456-ashrae-breaks-ground-on-global-headquarters-renovation-project

Erik Meyer Appointed V.P. of Finance for Standex Refrigerated Solutions Group

Standex Refrigerated Solutions Group (RSG) recently named Erik Meyer vice president of finance effective January 6, 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142458-erik-meyer-appointed-vp-of-finance-for-standex-refrigerated-solutions-group

High school Students, Parents Report High Interest in Skilled Trade Education

The most common reason high school students do not consider attending a trade school is not knowing about the options available.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142457-high-school-students-parents-report-high-interest-in-skilled-trade-education

Survey Shows Hope in Developing Next HVAC Generation

It is incumbent on those in the trade to show the next generation that they have the talent to perform well in the HVAC industry.

source https://www.achrnews.com/blogs/17-opinions/post/142454-survey-shows-hope-in-developing-next-hvac-generation

Leaders of HVAC Industry Look Ahead to 2020

The ACHR NEWS’ convened an HVAC manufacturers’ roundtable to discuss the hot topics about the industry.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142432-leaders-of-hvac-industry-look-ahead-to-2020

Pay Attention To Pressure Drop in HVAC Systems

We need to be aware of the possibility of severe pressure drops creating an issue for the system and how we analyze its operation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142440-pay-attention-to-pressure-drop-in-hvac-systems

All You Need to Know About HVAC Capillary Tubes, Part 2

In this article, we will look take a closer look at capillary tube systems, as well as how to properly clean them.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142439-all-you-need-to-know-about-hvac-capillary-tubes-part-2

Static Pressure Test a Building to Expand Your Diagnostics

Let’s look at some helpful “static” pressure tests you can use on the building side of the duct system to diagnose common problems.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142437-static-pressure-test-a-building-to-expand-your-diagnostics

Refrigeration Contractors Optimistic About Business Prospects in 2020

In 2019, commercial refrigeration contractors had more than enough work to keep them busy until the end of the year and beyond.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142438-refrigeration-contractors-optimistic-about-business-prospects-in-2020

All You Need to Know About HVAC Capillary Tubes, Part 2

In this article, we will look take a closer look at capillary tube systems, as well as how to properly clean them.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142439-all-you-need-to-know-about-hvac-capillary-tubes-part-2

AHR Expo Exhibitors Prepare to Show Off Latest HVACR Products

At the AHR Expo, manufacturers from around the world come to give a hands-on look at some of their latest and greatest products.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142436-ahr-expo-exhibitors-prepare-to-show-off-latest-hvacr-products

Take Time to Establish Your HVAC Company's 2020 Plan

An HVAC contractor should use time between busy seasons to examine the areas which need improvement and make plans for corrections.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142453-take-time-to-establish-your-hvac-companys-2020-plan

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 13, 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/142455-fyi-news-briefs-in-hvac---january-13-2020

AHR Expo Celebrates 90th Anniversary in Orlando

At the AHR Expo, attendees will be able to explore products for residential, commercial, and institutional market segments.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142431-ahr-expo-celebrates-90th-anniversary-in-orlando

EnerBank Awards Funding the Future Scholarship to Student

EnerBank USA announced the awarding of the first ever EnerBank USA Funding the Future Scholarship to Jordan Brill.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142433-enerbank-awards-funding-the-future-scholarship-to-student

PSC Mechanical and Tony Kelly Heating & A/C Install Donated HVAC systems

Johnson Controls partnered with contractors to install HVAC systems in two Building Homes for Heroes homes for wounded veterans.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142434-psc-mechanical-and-tony-kelly-heating-ac-install-donated-hvac-systems

Jeff Wagner Talks HVAC Training and Technology

Wagner bought a technical business that came with a truck, a building, and a customer list. But he had to train himself in the business.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142425-jeff-wagner-talks-hvac-training-and-technology

Winsupply Acquires Rosen Supply, Plumbing and Heating Distributor

Rosen Supply has six locations serving the Greater Puget Sound region, including five distributor branches, two of which have showrooms.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142435-winsupply-acquires-rosen-supply-plumbing-and-heating-distributor

Friedrich’s Donates A/C Solutions to San Antonio Zoo

Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. has donated heating and cooling solutions to San Antonio Zoo.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142430-friedrichs-donates-ac-solutions-to-san-antonio-zoo

Rees Scholarship Foundation Awards $85,500 to Aid Aspiring HVACR Technicians

The Clifford H. "Ted" Rees, Jr. Scholarship Foundation announced awards totaling $85,500 to 49 students, including seven military veterans.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142429-rees-scholarship-foundation-awards-85500-to-aid-aspiring-hvacr-technicians

HARDI Hosts 2019 Annual Conference: Pulse

HARDI wrapped up their Annual Conference in New Orleans last Tuesday, December 10.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142427-hardi-hosts-2019-annual-conference-pulse

Cambridge Engineering Names L.C. Eldridge Sales Co. As Industrial Rep

Cambridge Engineering added L.C. Eldridge Sales Co. as a regional manufacturing sales representative in Texas and Louisiana.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142428-cambridge-engineering-names-lc-eldridge-sales-co-as-industrial-rep

AHRI Board Supports ASHRAE and UL Safety Standards

The Board of Directors of AHRI voted unanimously to support safety standards ASHRAE 15 (2019) and UL60335-2-40 3rd edition.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142424-ahri-board-supports-ashrae-and-ul-safety-standards

HARDI Distributes 2019 Awards for Advocacy, Benchmarking, and Talent Pillars

Awards were presented during a general session at the 2019 HARDI Annual Conference: Pulse in New Orleans.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142426-hardi-distributes-2019-awards-for-advocacy-benchmarking-and-talent-pillars

The NEWS Names Top 20 HVACR Products of 2019

From commercial chillers to residential IAQ, The NEWS covers hundreds of products each year, both in print and online. These are the Top 20 Products for 2019 based on the number of page views.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142418-the-news-names-top-20-hvacr-products-of-2019

Taco Comfort Solutions Announces Bi-Weekly “Taco Tuesday” Webinar Training

Taco will be hosting a new, bi-weekly webinar training series, Taco Tuesday, throughout 2020.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142423-taco-comfort-solutions-announces-bi-weekly-taco-tuesday-webinar-training

HB Global Acquires Arizona-based Spectrum Mechanical & Service Contractors

HB Global LLC has announced that it has acquired Spectrum Mechanical & Service Contractors LLC of Tempe, Arizona.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142421-hb-global-acquires-arizona-based-spectrum-mechanical-service-contractors

Inficon Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Inficon is celebrating its 50TH anniversary as a developer and manufacturer of instruments for gas analysis, measurement and control.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142420-inficon-celebrates-50th-anniversary

HARDI Distributors Report 1.1 Percent Revenue Growth in November

HARDI's monthly TRENDS reports showed the average sales performance by HARDI distributors was an increase of 1.1 percent during November 2019.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142412-hardi-distributors-report-11-percent-revenue-growth-in-november

WaterFurnace donates $27,000 to USO of Indiana

WaterFurnace raised the proceeds during its 31st Annual Supplier Golf Outing, held at Brookwood Golf Club, Fort Wayne.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142419-waterfurnace-donates-27000-to-uso-of-indiana

Making the Case for Spray Foam: A Look at How Spray Foam Maximizes Builder, Homeowner Efficiency

While SPF has a higher upfront cost, it offers substantial efficiency — from R-value per inch to installation process and lifetime energy savings.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142406-making-the-case-for-spray-foam-a-look-at-how-spray-foam-maximizes-builder-homeowner-efficiency

How to Diagnose a Thermostatic Expansion Valve Failure

This article will hopefully save the lives of a few TXVs and the pocketbooks of some customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142410-how-to-diagnose-a-thermostatic-expansion-valve-failure

How to Diagnose a Thermostatic Expansion Valve Failure

This article will hopefully save the lives of a few TXVs and the pocketbooks of some customers.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142410-how-to-diagnose-a-thermostatic-expansion-valve-failure

Troubleshooting Puzzle: A Furnace with a Flashing Fault Code

In this troubleshooting situation we find ourselves dealing with a gas furnace, and the customer has said that “there is no heat at all.”

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142405-troubleshooting-puzzle-a-furnace-with-a-flashing-fault-code

Veterinary Hospitals Face Unique HVAC Hurdles

Meeting the needs of a hospital is difficult, but when the patients come in variety of species, shed fur, and emit odors, it’s even harder.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142416-veterinary-hospitals-face-unique-hvac-hurdles

From Decarbonization to Gas Pipeline Restrictions, Geothermal Loops Get a New Push

How would greater geothermal presence work, and what would it mean for HVAC contractors?

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142414-from-decarbonization-to-gas-pipeline-restrictions-geothermal-loops-get-a-new-push

Working on HVAC for Prisons Requires Focus on Security

Growing interest in criminal justice reform might create more work for the HVAC industry. Many prisons in the United States currently lack air conditioning.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142417-working-on-hvac-for-prisons-requires-focus-on-security

Institutional HVAC Projects Require Specific Solutions

Institutional buildings used by the public bring special HVAC challenges because each one comes with its own distinctive set of needs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142415-institutional-hvac-projects-require-specific-solutions

How Servant Leadership Can Help Contractors Win More Moments

With servant leadership, owners can distribute responsibility to those who have earned it, cut down on employee turnover, and win more moments.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142368-how-servant-leadership-can-help-contractors-win-more-moments

Who Are the Likely Buyers of Your HVAC Business?

The question of who is going to buy your business can be just as important as the cash for the sale itself.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142369-who-are-the-likely-buyers-of-your-hvac-business

Channellock Announces 2020 Trade School Trade-Up Competition and Trade Travelers Tour

Channellock Inc.’s Trade School Trade-Up Competition continues to help close the national skills gap by funding initiatives and tools.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142407-channellock-announces-2020-trade-school-trade-up-competition-and-trade-travelers-tour

How to Reduce Employee Absences in Your Contracting Company

If there is one workplace issue that bedevils virtually every employer in the country on a daily basis, it is the dilemma of employee attendance.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142411-how-to-reduce-employee-absences-in-your-contracting-company

Air Pros Purchases Bruno Total Home Performance in Fort Myers

The move increases Air Pros customer base and positions the company for additional acquisitions, market expansions, and overall growth.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142408-air-pros-purchases-bruno-total-home-performance-in-fort-myers

HVACR Directory & Source Guide

HVACR pros rely on this directory to locate products, get technical support, and discover new business opportunities.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142413-hvacr-directory-source-guide

Sanhua Texas Technology Center Receives Accreditation

The STTC is now accredited to ISO/IEC specifications by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA).

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142409-sanhua-texas-technology-center-receives-accreditation

AHR Expo Donates $26,300 to the Central Florida Police Athletic League

AHR Expo is giving back to the Orlando, Florida, community with a donation of $26,300 from its Innovation Awards program.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142404-ahr-expo-donates-26300-to-the-central-florida-police-athletic-league

SpeedClean and HVAC School Release Free “Coil Cleaning Guide” E-book

SpeedClean and HVAC School have collaborated to educate contractors on the importance of coil cleaning and thorough maintenance programs.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142403-speedclean-and-hvac-school-release-free-coil-cleaning-guide-e-book

United Technologies Appoints Members of the Board of Directors for Future Independent Carrier

United Technologies Corp. announced the appointments of an executive chairman and members of the board of directors for Carrier.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142402-united-technologies-appoints-members-of-the-board-of-directors-for-future-independent-carrier

Hoshizaki America Announces Karssiens, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Karssiens most recently served as group vice president for the Crown Steam Group, Middleby Corporation.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142401-hoshizaki-america-announces-karssiens-senior-vice-president-of-sales-and-marketing

Ripley PR Selected as Public Relations Agency of Record for Business Development Resources

BDR has selected Ripley PR as the company’s full-service public relations provider and Agency of Record.

source https://www.achrnews.com/articles/142400-ripley-pr-selected-as-public-relations-agency-of-record-for-business-development-resources