ow Proper HVAC Setup Lowers Energy Costs for Marijuana Producers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400 The legal cannabis market continues to represent the dot-com era. Plenty of opportunity remains. Full Article
ow Homeowners Can’t Brush Off Dust Storm HVAC By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0400 Several contractors in Arizona have offered advice to customers on how to handle their HVAC both before and after extreme weather like dust storms and monsoons. Full Article
ow UV-C Technology Now the Standard in Today’s Health Care Facilities By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 In the last decade, UV-C installation has really become the standard in the healthcare sector, given its ability to be easily retrofitted, save money and energy, and inactivate those infection-causing microorganisms on HVAC surfaces and airstreams. Full Article
ow Survey Finds Majority of Homeowners Open to Heat Pumps By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:45:00 -0500 The survey explored homeowners’ attitudes toward the Inflation Reduction Act and home upgrades, specifically heat pumps, that increase sustainability. Full Article
ow Johnson Controls CEO Stepping Down By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 JCI has hired an executive search firm to help evaluate both internal and external candidates in an effort to find a replacement for its current CEO, who has announced his plans to retire from that position. Full Article
ow Midea Showcases Heat Pump Innovation at 2024 ENERGY STAR Products Partner Meeting By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 At a national gathering of energy efficiency leaders, Midea introduced its newest heat pump technologies and took part in important discussions on accelerating the adoption of sustainable HVAC solutions across the U.S. Full Article
ow The A-B-C-D of HVAC for Indoor Cannabis Growing Facilities By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400 A big part of the growth cycle of the cannabis plant is deeply rooted in the ability of the plant to absorb and rid itself of water vapor, so we now add a D to HVAC for dehumidification. Full Article
ow Precise Grow Environments From Precise HVAC Tech By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Smarter HVAC equipment in indoor agriculture benefits both the technician and the grower, and the most-precise is yet to come. Full Article
ow How a Bypass Humidifier Works By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Getting a humidification system dialed in is crucial if customers want to reap all the benefits they have to offer. Full Article
ow Solatube International: Solar-Powered Attic Fan By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400 The combination of direct sun beating down on a home and lack of adequate ventilation can significantly raise the temperatures in a home’s attic, which can then transfer to the rest of the house. Full Article
ow McDonnell & Miller: Low Water Cutoff Device By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:06:49 -0400 The boilerwize FPC-1000 is the first-ever field configurable low water cutoff device. Its patented technology monitors water level condition, ensures protection and safety for steam and hot water systems. Full Article
ow Report Forecasts Growth for Building Automation Market By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 13:15:00 -0400 A study from The Insight Partners projects the value of the global building automation market will move from $76.75 billion last year to more than $167 billion by 2031. Full Article
ow Survey Shows U.S. Executives Prioritize Sustainability, Decarbonization By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:20:00 -0400 The survey, which included responses from over 200 CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs across various industries in July 2024, also highlighted the impact of government incentives on sustainability plans. Full Article
ow AHR Expo 2024 Show Schedule By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Exhibitors and organizers are excited to welcome thousands of HVAC contractors and other industry personnel to Chicago for the AHR Expo. Full Article
ow Project Files: Episode 50 — Synchronized Hydronic Loop Saves Towson Court House HVAC By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0400 When it began “raining” inside the Towson Court House, a leaky roof was assumed to be the culprit. But for the Maryland Department of General Services, the truth turned out to be much stranger. Full Article
ow Big or Small, Snowmelt Systems Carry the Load By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500 Hydronic snowmelt systems can bring convenience and comfort to places like zoos, sidewalks, decks, pools, and driveways — but they can also save lives. Full Article
ow Nationwide 350 hp Boiler Tests at Ultra-Low NOx By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:30:00 -0400 The third-party test was conducted at the Superior Boiler factory in Hutchison, Kansas, by Montrose Air Quality Services. Full Article
ow Project Files: Episode 65 — Zero-Emission Hydronic Heat at Brooklyn Brownstone By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500 The home now has a 3.9 kW solar array that offsets nearly 100% of the System M and grid power supplied from the clean-sourced ConEd program — meaning that the house has zero emission heating, cooling, and hot water. Full Article
ow Troubleshooting Puzzle: A Follow-Up on a Refrigeration System Repair By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400 In this month’s troubleshooting situation, you are responding to a customer’s complaint that their walk-in cooler “isn’t cooling enough.” Full Article
ow Refrigeration Pilot Projects Show 50% Energy Savings By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:24:17 -0400 Refrigerated Solutions Group and Budderfly announced the results of energy efficiency pilot projects across two Subway restaurant locations using RSG’s Capsule Pak ECO™. Full Article
ow Staying Safe with CO₂: Key Basics You Need to Know By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 Although CO2 systems may seem a bit more complicated than HFC DX systems, they are actually quite similar, with the main difference being CO2’s higher pressure. Full Article
ow Making the Move to Low-GWP Refrigerants By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Next-generation ZE refrigerant blends offer customized performance that is tailored to the application, while helping support the push for decarbonization. Full Article
ow Lennox Runs First “Feel the Love” HVAC Install in Iowa By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Through the program, Lennox helps families in need by donating a state-of-the-art HVAC system, then having the equipment installed by a local Lennox dealer free of charge. Full Article
ow Ohio Bill Could Direct School Funding Toward Air Conditioning By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0500 HB 738, introduced Oct. 4 by Rep. Niraj Antani (R-Miamisburg), requires the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) and the Department of Education (ODE) to study the status of school buildings regarding air conditioning, accessibility, and school safety. Full Article
ow Madison Police Saving Energy, Money at New Midtown District Building By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500 The building, which opened in September, features energy-saving qualities that include insulated walls, occupancy sensors for lighting, and high-efficiency HVAC and boilers. Full Article
ow How to Determine the Cause of Electrical Compressor Failure By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0400 The first step consists of determining the compressor’s mode of failure. Was it electrical or mechanical? Full Article
ow How to Determine the Cause of Mechanical Compressor Failure By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Airflow is one of the leading causes of failure for compressors. Full Article
ow Low-GWP Compressors Meet Demand for Sustainable Solutions By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 End users are looking for low-GWP solutions, and compressor manufacturers displayed their options at the AHR Expo. Full Article
ow How Trucks Are Treated in an HVAC Sale By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 04:02:00 -0500 Most HVAC company deals are asset sales. As the name suggests, it’s a purchase of company assets including inventory, tooling, and company trucks. Full Article
ow Tips to Cultivate HVAC Business in the Slower Season By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:02:00 -0400 Our heating and air business has to keep generating revenue even when the weather is not cooperating. Full Article
ow How Growth From HVAC Companies Could Put Them at Risk of Ransomware Attacks By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 As the size – and profits – of these companies continues to grow, they are likely to come under increasing levels of cyberattack. Full Article
ow Five Ways for HVAC Business Owners to Increase Website Conversion Rate By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0400 If you feel like your site is just taking up digital space and not adding dollars to your bottom line, we hope the tips below will help. Full Article
ow How to Safely and Accurately Replace a Condenser Fan Motor By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400 How to safely wire the motors, what to know about the wire colors, and more. Full Article
ow Homegrown Training Academies Help HVAC Contractors Fill the Workforce Gap By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Contractor-run training facilities allow company leaders to tailor the curriculum to meet their employment needs. Full Article
ow Online HVACR Training Program Now Offered in Spanish By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Providing accessible and effective virtual HVACR education in Spanish is a significant step toward meeting the growing demand for skilled technicians, HVACRedu.net said. Full Article
ow How to Sell More Indoor Air Quality By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 If an HVAC contractor possesses knowledge pertaining to IAQ solutions and how to approach the subject with a homeowner, they are in a good spot to sell the equipment. Full Article
ow How to Train the Trainers Who Will Prepare Gen Z for HVAC Careers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The most successful trainers will realize that the relationship Gen Z has with technology fits right in with the present mindset of the HVACR industry. Full Article
ow How Will the Presidential Election Impact HVAC Tax Incentives? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 A change in the balance of power in Washington, D.C., and a desire to extend Trump-era tax cuts, could derail parts of the Inflation Reduction Act. Full Article
ow Three-Phase Power and Voltage Imbalances By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0400 In HVAC, we rarely need to have a deep understanding of electrical design. But there are a few cases where a little understanding can go a long way in identifying issues before they cause trouble, and that is the intent of this short article. Full Article
ow Which Should Be Replaced: The Blower Motor or the Entire System? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:00:00 -0400 The question of replacing a blower versus an entire system – versus the chance something else is the real culprit – remains a case-by-case challenge. Full Article
ow Variable Speed Technology is Trending in Tomorrow’s Motors By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500 Here is the trending technology that three motor manufacturers are saying will improve the future of motors in HVAC. Full Article
ow How Inverter Technology Revolutionized HVAC Systems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Inverter technology is being incorporated into a wider range of HVAC systems, allowing the equipment to operate at lower speeds and consume less energy, which results in significant energy savings and lower carbon emissions. Full Article
ow ABB Acquires Siemens’ Low-Voltage NEMA Motor Business By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The business employs around 600 people and generated revenues of approximately $63 million in 2021. Full Article
ow Cash, Check, or Credit for Now, But Future HVAC Payments Are Going Mobile By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 07:32:00 -0400 Contractors discuss the various payment options for customers. Full Article
ow An HVACR Distributor's Guide to ERPs: When, Why, and How By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Feb 2019 09:01:00 -0500 Today, HVACR distributors rely on enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to handle nearly every level of their operations. Vendor data, turns, dead stock, cycle counts, sales margins, and much more can be accessed directly from a computer or, in some cases, a mobile device. Full Article
ow ServiceTitan Named to Inc. 500 for Third Year in a Row By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400 ServiceTitan was named to the 2019 Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing private companies in America. Full Article
ow Structural Thermal Breaks to Ensure Energy Efficiency for Boston’s Millennium Tower By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Aug 2015 09:30:00 -0400 The Millennium Tower, a luxurious condo-and-retailer tower in Boston, will incorporate Schöck Isokorb® structural thermal breaks in the terraces at the penthouse levels to ensure thermal comfort in the city’s tallest and most expensive residential building. Full Article
ow Construction Market to Grow $8 Trillion by 2030, Driven by China, US, and India By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Dec 2015 07:15:00 -0500 A new report, “Global Construction 2030,” forecasts that the volume of construction output will grow by 85 percent to $15.5 trillion worldwide by 2030, with three countries — China, the U.S., and India — leading the way and accounting for 57 percent of all global growth. Full Article
ow HVAC Market Growing Steadily at 7% CAGR to 2020 as Construction Booms By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Dec 2015 07:31:00 -0500 The global HVAC market is forecast to grow steadily at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7 percent from 2016 to 2020, according to a new report available from ReportsnReports. Rapid growth in the construction and real estate markets worldwide is having a positive impact on the HVAC market. Full Article
ow ABC Predicts Continued US Construction Growth in 2016 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Dec 2015 07:20:00 -0500 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) forecasts a continued steady economic recovery for the U.S. commercial and industrial construction industries in 2016. Despite a weak global economy, the industry’s solid economic recovery in 2015 should continue in 2016, led by strong consumer spending. Full Article