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The Beneficial Properties of Small Diameter Copper Tube for Heat Exchangers

Manufacturers are designing a new generation of heat exchangers with more advantages over present designs.




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Texas Contractor Wins Ethics Award

Gary's Heating and Air Conditioning has served residents in Amarillo, Texas, and the surrounding communities for over 40 years. According to the awarding organization, the company has established itself as the go-to HVAC experts not only because of its quality workmanship but also because of its excellent customer service.




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Tennessee College Breaks Ground on $29.8M Technical Education Complex

The new complex will replace the oldest buildings on campus, which were built in the 1960s and early 1970s.




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Experts Expect Interest in IAQ to Continue after COVID

The coronavirus pandemic increased consumer awareness of IAQ to its highest level. The question now is, will this elevated interest in IAQ continue after the pandemic ends?




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GE Exhibits New Air And Water Solutions Division

GE Appliances, a Haier company, Air and Water Solutions, exhibited for the first time as a new division at the 2022 AHR Expo.




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Is This What To Expect From Tesla Home HVAC?

As wildfires become more common, can future Tesla home HVAC system users expect the same sort of defense against poor air quality that its vehicles have?




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RBI Expands its Torus Line of Products

The full Torus line is now available in sizes ranging from 3,000 Btuh to 4 million Btuh, making the units ideal for a wide array of applications.




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Lennox to Increase Prices on Residential Equipment

Lennox Industries plans to increase prices on residential equipment and accessories by up to 10% beginning Monday, Feb. 5.





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Elevating HVAC Excellence: A Proactive Approach to Customer Relationships

The foundation of success for HVAC pros lies in establishing client relationships, recognizing that being the initial point of contact during times of need is paramount.




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IPEX: PVC Pipe

The System 1738 PVC Product Line is a flue gas venting plumbing and mechanical solution certified to the stringent UL 1738 standard, a development for gas-fired water heaters, furnaces, and boilers. 




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Samsung, Lennox Announce Plans for Joint Venture

The joint venture will distribute Samsung ductless products in the U.S. and Canada as well as products branded “Lennox powered by Samsung,” which will be sold through Lennox stores and its direct-to-dealer network.




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Daikin Opens Experience Center in Seattle Area

The Daikin Seattle Experience Center is equipped with cutting-edge technology and interactive exhibits that provide a hands-on learning experience for all ages, the company said in a press release.




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'Great Team' Hosts Ridgid Experience for Trades Workers

The Ridgid Experience, the brand’s signature event, gives select trades workers an all-expenses-paid, three-day trip that features hands-on factory experiences, fun, and camaraderie, a press release from Ridgid said.




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Survey Shows U.S. Executives Prioritize Sustainability, Decarbonization

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.




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AHR Expo 2024 Show Schedule

Exhibitors and organizers are excited to welcome thousands of HVAC contractors and other industry personnel to Chicago for the AHR Expo.




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Nationwide 350 hp Boiler Tests at Ultra-Low NOx

The third-party test was conducted at the Superior Boiler factory in Hutchison, Kansas, by Montrose Air Quality Services.




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CO₂ Refrigeration’s Benefits Extend Beyond Supermarkets, Ice Arenas

CO₂ refrigeration, which has gained significant traction in ice arenas and supermarket coolers, is now emerging as a groundbreaking technology revolutionizing the way we cool and heat across industries worldwide.




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Lennox Runs First “Feel the Love” HVAC Install in Iowa

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.




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Compressor Uses Continue to Expand as Unit Sizes Contract

Have 166 years of small improvements and occasional leaps in chemistry taken us to the limit of what compressors can do?




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Refrigeration Solutions Featured at AHR Expo

At the AHR Expo, refrigeration manufacturers displayed their latest equipment and components that are geared toward the commercial refrigeration market.




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Exclusive Q&A with Copeland CEO Ross B. Shuster

Ross B. Shuster, CEO, Copeland, discusses Blackstone’s investment into the company, how the transaction will impact the company’s HVAC offerings, and more.




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Buildings With The Most Complex Climate Control Around The Globe

Complex buildings come with increasingly unique requirements, including the vital aspect of climate control.




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Experience Center is Uponor's New Training Space

The Uponor Experience Center is part of the company's North American headquarters campus and is surrounded by corporate offices, a research and design facility, and manufacturing space.




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Republic Opens New Distribution, Training Complex

The event attracted nearly 100 mechanical and electrical contractors from the surrounding area, opening the door for new business avenues both for Republic and its manufacturer partners.




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Advice for HVAC's Next Generation

Speaking to several high school students at AHR, David Richardson offered some advice and wisdom that he’s gathered over his career.




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How Will the Presidential Election Impact HVAC Tax Incentives?

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.




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Comparing and Contrasting PSC, ECM 2.3, and X13 HVACR Motors

PSC motors can be referred to as constant speed motors; X13 ECMs can be referred to as constant torque motors; and ECM 2.3 variable-speed motors can be referred to as constant airflow motors.




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Behind the Scenes: A Look at Regal Rexnord’s All-Electric Innovations

To serve customers who want to decarbonize and become more efficient, the folks at Regal Rexnord are leveraging new technology to meet new standards.




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Phyxter: Parts App

This instant messaging system acts as a virtual business partner by curating a contact list of nearby wholesalers and sending a quote request to multiple suppliers at once.




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Success Group International Celebrates 20 Years Of Helping Contractors at Its Dallas Expo

Success Group International recently hosted its fall 2019 Expo at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas.




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Artificial Intelligence Smooths Exchanges Between HVAC Contractors and Customers

The AI features in communications software, such as voice-to-text and message-flagging, have made for faster, easier customer-contractor communications that are also more personalized and have less room for misunderstanding.




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Institutional Demand Drives Construction Index to Highest Mark Since 2007

Paced by continued demand for projects such as new education and health care facilities, public safety, and government buildings, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) increased in June following fluctuations earlier this year.




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ExakTime Receives Patent for Wireless Field Time Clock

ExakTime’s wireless field time clock has been awarded a patent for its unique method of tracking, storing, and sending employee time records from the field to the office automatically via a cellular communication network.




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Continental Fan: Axial Exhaust Fans

Suitable for roof or wall mounted applications, this product is ideal for areas that have little or no ductwork.




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Fan Energy Index (FEI) Coming to 2019 Edition of ASHRAE/IES 90.1

The 2019 edition of ASHRAE/IES 90.1 will use the new fan energy index (FEI) as the metric for efficiency provisions.




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Continental Fan: Wall Mount Exhaust Fan

This product provides a compact ventilation solution for warehouses, equipment cooling, mechanical rooms, factories, and more.




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Continental Fan Manufacturing Inc.: Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Awarded the Energy Star® Most Efficient Mark in 2019, this product has a high-efficiency DC motor.




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Greenheck: Commercial Exhaust Fan

This commercial product’s constant CFM EC motor technology ensures performance set points resulting in improved IAQ.




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Understanding Energy Recovery in Rotary Heat Exchangers

Heat recovery systems can be divided into two categories based on the thermal parameters of the system: Systems with high and low thermal parameters.




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The Customer Experience is a Matter of Mindset and Process

When customers call your service company, it’s for one thing — your expertise. They don’t want a price, the problem fixed, the fast and cheap solution, etc. like many technicians think. They want good information and possibly a little guidance to make a good decision.




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Johnson Controls Highlights Smart, Integrated HVACR Products at AHR Expo

Johnson Controls Inc. had a big 2018, with the launch of several new products and the acquisition of Lux Products Corp. For Johnson Controls, the Lux acquisition enhances its commitment to thermostats. The move also enables faster product development cycles, improves customer service capabilities, and supports greater product innovation.




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SPX Announces Purchase of SGS Refrigeration Inc.

SPX Corporation has completed the acquisition of SGS Refrigeration Inc., based in Dixon, Illinois.




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Five Tips to Improve Your Flexible Duct Installations

Many in our industry believe the duct material used in an installation determines how well the HVAC system moves air. The issue isn’t the material type, it’s how we install the product.




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XOi, Tech Provider for Service Firms, Named to Inc. 5000

The Inc. 5000 list provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies among the economy’s independent, entrepreneurial businesses.




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Promotions Announced at Tech Provider XOi

In their new roles, enterprise account executive Austin Piazza and account executive Lindsey Fisher are responsible for developing and enhancing relationships and educating the industry about XOi’s capacity to help contractors solve the skilled-trades gap and grow their businesses.




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How to Protect HVAC Vehicles From Extreme Weather

It goes without saying that HVAC work shifts with the seasons. But did you know that the same mentality can apply to your company vehicles?




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Four Ways Software Can Help With the Labor Shortage & How to Maximize It

Software can increase productivity, better manage labor, encourage retention, and keep things consistent and organized. But it’s up to HVACR contractors to choose the right software and take the proper stops to implement it.




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Luxaire®, a brand of Johnson Controls: Rooftop Unit Line

These products are designed to serve both the new construction and replacement markets.




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Lennox Helps Contractors Work Faster for Customer Comfort, Health

“Obviously, energy conservation and energy efficiency are two huge trends in the market.”




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Lennox: ‘Overwhelming Response’ to New RTU

A Model L rooftop unit was the dominant display at the Lennox International booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.