LTP (Language Teaching Professionals). January 12 (Sun) 2025, at Kinrankai High School, Osaka.

JALT (The Annual International Conference of the Japan Association for Language Teaching). November 15 (Fri) - 18 (Mon) 2024, at Shizuoka Convention and Arts Center (Granship) Shizuoka City.

The eleventh in our series on the thorax describes the Trachea, Bronchi and Tracheostomy.
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Ellis & Watts Global Industries just launched a new website designed to highlight its global capabilities in five key practice areas and six sectors. 

EPA issued a final rule establishing a comprehensive program to cap and phase down the production and consumption of climate-damaging HFCs in the United States.

GreenChill Partners in the food retail industry commit to reduce refrigerant emissions and decrease their impact on the environment.

Efficiency and sustainability have become the center of attention for almost every industry today, including the water heating space.

While implementing new technology may seem like a daunting task, seasoned technicians could find it’s not all that different than the work they are already doing.

Michigan’s share of the federal Home Efficiency Rebates funding totals nearly $211 million.

WaterFurnace has launched the 7 Series, which the company said represents breakthroughs in energy efficiency, integrated technologies, communication capabilities, and comfort.

Our men’s work shirts and cargo pants are designed for maximum mobility. With full inseam and underarm gussets you’ll maintain ultimate comfort while on the job.

hilmor’s ruggedly durable Aluminum Manifold comes in 2- and 4-valve combinations and features a forged aluminum body and high-impact gauge boots.

RotoStorm™ II has the ability to output up to 1,350 pounds per hour of insulation. Along with its many features the RotoStorm II can utilize various types of insulation including cellulose, fiberglass or other types of wool insulation. 

Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating’s new H2i R2-Series heat pumps provide year-round comfort, even in extreme climates. 

Hiring with hidden costs? Beyond just salary and benefits, hidden expenses like recruiting, training, and lost productivity can significantly impact an HVAC contractor’s bottom line—making retention more valuable than they may realize.

The Contractors Association of Kauai (CAK is offering multiple scholarships to Kauai residents seeking a career in a construction-related field of study.

While exterior pollutants, such as smog and CO, may receive more attention, IAQ within a home can have serious effects on our physical and mental health, as well.

Transcend Communities are net zero, all-electric, healthy, resilient, connected, solar-powered, and cost-effective homes located in mixed-use communities — and an in-floor radiant system that will heat and cool both air and water is pivotal to this.

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.

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

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?

The NPF Hydro-furnace, Navien Inc.'s first HVAC product, claims an annual fuel utilization efficiency of 97% and can be outfitted to burn either natural gas or liquid propane.

The donation from Bradford White will help Mel Trotter Ministries meet the needs of struggling families and individuals in the Grand Rapids, Michigan, area through its annual Thanksgiving Day meal and turkey distribution.

The move is a reaction to rising refrigerant and overall logistical costs, and the increases will take effect Jan. 1, 2024, a press release from WaterFurnace said.

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.

Eric Ruggles comes to Ritchie with experience in commercial HVAC as well as in vehicle and engine heating, cooling, and electrification products. Matt Ingold joined Ritchie in 2018 as regional sales manager for the eastern region.

IAQ-conscious homeowners might be interested to know how humidification can preserve not only their health but the health of their home, too.

For contractors in humid climates, a lot of the comfort they provide is through being able to control humidity levels, which can be aided by adding a secondary dehumidification system.

Featuring a variable speed compressor with WaterFurnace’s OptiHeat technology, the TruClimate 900 Heat Pump Chiller can operate as a hot water or chiller water system or a simultaneous heating and cooling source. 

The air365 Max with HeatForce heat pump can operate at 100% heating capacity with outdoor temperatures as low as -13°F and at 90% capacity down to -22°F.

Energy Star-certified buildings use an average of 35% less energy and are responsible for 35% less carbon dioxide emissions than typical buildings.

Carrier and Bryant have announced the recipients of the Distributors’ Education Foundation scholarship for the 2024-2025 school year.

The collaboration between Airzone and Samsung will make it possible to connect HVAC units from any leading manufacturer to Samsung's SmartThings platform.

Cameron Lowe was on a routine system checkup when his customer, David Killian, was stricken. "I was just gone. My heart had stopped," Killian recalled. A dispatcher talked Lowe through cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and together they kept Killian alive.

Companies are seeking more sustainable solutions for their facilities. In some cases, this change is driven by both philosophical and financial reasons.

Hydronic radiant systems are quiet, easy to zone, and don’t stir up dust, germs, or allergens. And with the right controls, accessories, and installation methods, hydronic radiant can help achieve energy efficiency.

Propane use at Ruby’s Inn has helped eliminate 5,200 metric tons of CO² equivalent. This is equal to the greenhouse gas emissions from 1,410 gasoline-powered passenger vehicles driven for one year.

New report finds that GHGs can be reduced significantly through the use of reclaimed refrigerant versus producing and using newly manufactured virgin refrigerant. 

Chillventa 2024, held Oct. 13-15 in Nuremberg, Germany, showcased some of the world’s most innovative technologies to more than 33,000 attendees from 49 countries. Through more than 250 presentations, visitors were privy to the latest developments driving innovation throughout the HVAC industry.

The EERS required Indiana’s electric utilities to cut energy delivery by an average of 2 percent annually, as well as providing home energy assessments, low-income weatherization, and efficiency rebates for businesses, homeowners, and schools. In 2014, Indiana legislature passed SEA 340 to cancel the EERS. Then Gov. Mike Pence did not veto or sign the bill, so it became law, and Indiana became the first state to repeal its energy efficiency standard.

A living wall biofilter is an active filter system that removes contaminants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from indoor air.

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.

Gov. John Kasich and the legislature targeted funding in the state capital budget to assist Ohio’s public universities, community colleges, and career technical centers in providing the most up-to-date education possible, part of an effort to provide a skilled workforce for in-demand jobs.

There are a few different things HVAC contractors can check to ensure proper compressor function. This article highlights seven of them.

At its press conference at the AHR Expo, LG Electronics Component Solutions highlighted its new compressors for residential applications that will utilize the low-GWP refrigerants.

End users are looking for more from their systems than just reliable cooling; they also want sustainable equipment that features better energy efficiency and low-GWP solutions. Several compressor manufacturers have happily obliged.

Overby-Sheppard Elementary needed more than an HVAC upgrade, but with tight budgets and minimal state funding, it didn’t seem likely.

In the quest to build more sustainably, organizations have set forth a variety of standards to realize high-performance green buildings.

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

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association's 2023 Fall Technical Conference is scheduled for September 7-9 in Grapevine, Texas, near Dallas. Those in the field who have not attended before can apply for a scholarship.