us Trane and STULZ USA Announce Strategic Agreement By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 Trane and Stulz USA announced a strategic OEM supply sales agreement for the United States and Canadian markets. Full Article
us LG Electronics USA: Vertical Air Handler By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 07:25:00 -0400 This product can be installed vertically, horizontally from the left or right, or inverted with a down flow conversion kit. Full Article
us Challenging the Custom AHU Status Quo By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500 Designing, selling, and producing AHUs is a long process. Is there anything we can do to accelerate the process? Full Article
us The Customer Experience is a Matter of Mindset and Process By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 07:27:00 -0400 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. Full Article
us Fieldpiece Instruments Opens UK Office for Sales and Customer Service By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400 Fieldpiece Instruments opened a U.K. office to add to its European operation and to provide sales and customer service in the United Kingdom. Full Article
us Diagnosing Refrigeration Restrictions: Similar Symptoms With Different Causes By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Oct 2018 07:30:00 -0400 Refrigeration systems can become restricted in both their high and low sides for a variety of reasons. Full Article
us Dirty Condenser Coils Are the Culprits That Cause Many HVACR Problems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 07:27:00 -0500 If a condenser coil is dirty or fouled, its ability to reject heat is severely affected. Full Article
us COVID-19 Reveals Importance of UV-C in HVAC Industry By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0400 Can the type of ultraviolet light known as UV-C light kill the novel coronavirus? Manufacturers are not making that claim … yet. Full Article
us Project Files: Episode 45 — New Jersey Cold Storage Warehouse Overhaul By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2022 01:00:00 -0500 Lineage Logistics recently funded renovations to the refrigeration system at a New Jersey facility, including replacement of an evaporative condenser. Full Article
us Checklists Can Help Determine What Is Causing the Problem in a Refrigeration System By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0400 There are several reasons why the compressor discharge temperature of a refrigeration system can be high when the condensing temperature is not, and a checklist can help a technician figure out the root problem. Full Article
us US Commercial Refrigeration to Grow at 3.2% CAGR to 2025 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Oct 2016 07:31:00 -0400 The U.S. commercial refrigeration systems market is projected to expand at a healthy compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2 percent in terms of value through 2025, according to a report from Future Market Insights. Full Article
us Hoshizaki Shifts Production of Icemakers to the US By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400 Hoshizaki transferred manufacturing of select ice machines from Europe to its facility in Peachtree City. Full Article
us OEMs: Hospitality Industry Seeks Improved Indoor Air Quality By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0400 Responding to increased public awareness of the importance of healthy indoor air quality, the hospitality industry is stepping up its game when it comes to providing guests with fresher, cleaner, and, sometimes, sanitized indoor air. Full Article
us Fabric Duct and Specialized Airflow Used to Keep Swimmers Healthy By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400 How can an effective airflow strategy ensure quality ventilation and optimal indoor air quality, without breaking the budget? Full Article
us Investors Put Their Money Into HVAC Products for Improved Sustainability By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400 Some savvy investors realize the greatest potential for helping the environment and getting a good return on investment comes from the HVAC industry. Full Article
us How to Adjust Blower Speeds Using Fan Law Two By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500 I hope you see the potential for this formula. It will make your life easier and help you predict changes to blower speed settings with more accuracy and reliability. Full Article
us HVACR Industry Knowledge Offers a Valuable Perspective By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 The industry touches our lives directly, and an HVACR-literate public would be a boon to it. Full Article
us The Power of Change in the HVAC Industry By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Uncover why change is vital in the HVAC sector and how embracing growth can significantly spark new momentum for your home improvement business. Full Article
us 10 Free Ways to Boost Your HVAC Business with ChatGPT By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Here are 10 ways to get started by incorporating AI for free in some of your workflows right away. Full Article
us Infographic: Report - 1 in 4 US Commercial Service Contractors Are Implementing AI By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400 67% of contractors see digital transformation as important to their success. Full Article
us Artificial Intelligence Can Help HVAC Contractors Run a Better Business By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Contractors have to spend the time to effectively choose the right business management software that allows AI capabilities to fold into their day-to-day operations with ease. Full Article
us What Small Businesses Need to Know about Generative AI By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Evolving AI technology is becoming an important business tool for personalizing customer experience, analyzing data, and much more. Full Article
us AI Can Be a Useful Tool, But Still Needs Human Oversight, Distributors Told By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Feb 2024 07:00:00 -0500 “Technology’s not going to solve everything, but you need to know how to use it,” Nelson Valderrama, CEO of Intuilize, told HVACR distribution professionals during the recent Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International conference. Full Article
us The Many Uses of AI in HVAC By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Josh Crouch and Tersh Blissett, who have HVAC backgrounds, say AI can be employed in an answering service or a chatbot, for outbound dialing, as a technician’s assistant, or to respond to customers’ online reviews. Full Article
us Did Artificial Intelligence Just Kill Local SEO? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 AI, especially its use in information gathering, needs to be harnessed by HVAC contractors if they want to be noticed when customers are searching for services online. Full Article
us Optimizing Efficiency in Your HVAC Business By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Read this eBook to find out more on software solutions that help contractors reduce wasted time and cost. Full Article
us Advancements in AI a Boon to HVAC Customer Service By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 As AI technology continues to advance and becomes nearly indistinguishable from a human representative, HVAC companies can use these tools to help streamline the workloads of CSRs. Full Article
us Custom Reporting Made Easy by ServiceTitan By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Feb 2018 07:26:00 -0500 ServiceTitan software is a platform where residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses can access everything from call bookings, customer experience ratings, dispatching, marketing campaigns, and financing options for customers. Full Article
us How to Use and Choose a Fleet Tracking Solution By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400 Fleet tracking software solutions offer contractors far more than a simple interface to track their vans. Full Article
us When Will HVAC Contractors Own a Fleet of Electric Autonomous Vehicles? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400 It’s been said that technology takes longer to arrive than expected, but once it does, adoption occurs more quickly than expected as well. Full Article
us Lennox Helps Contractors Work Faster for Customer Comfort, Health By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 04:41:00 -0500 “Obviously, energy conservation and energy efficiency are two huge trends in the market.” Full Article
us Rheem Focuses on Sustainability By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Sustainability is core to the thinking at Rheem and was a common theme throughout the AHR Expo. Full Article
us Trane Product Releases Aim to Help Customers Meet Decarbonization, Efficiency Goals By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Trane introduces Thermal Battery™ Storage-Source Heat Pump System, Trane/Mitsubishi Electric HVRF, Versatile Axiom™ Water Source Heat Pumps, Next-Generation Precedent® Rooftop Units, and two enhanced air handlers. Full Article
us Carrier, Honeywell Selling RTUs Through Energy as a Service Model By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 May 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Working through one company and a fixed stipend, EaaS/EEaaS is designed to simplify and streamline all on-site efficiency upgrades, eliminating massive equipment costs, supply chain delays, unexpected maintenance charges, and more. Full Article
us Invi Air: Linear Air Diffuser By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 20:00:26 -0500 Using a smart composite material instead of traditional aluminum, Invi Air's diffusers reduce condensation by up to 95%, leading to improved HVAC system efficiency and long-term durability. Full Article
us Famous Supply to Open New Ohio Distribution Center By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 Famous Supply is planning a December 17 ribbon-cutting for its new 354,000-square-foot distribution center in Maple Heights, Ohio. Full Article
us Best Practices, Tips, Tricks for Using Leak Detectors With Confidence By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 31 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0400 Before you can fix a leak, you need to find it. That’s where leak detectors come in. Full Article
us Endress+Hauser Opens Regional Logistics Hub in Indianapolis By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500 The 48,000-square-foot facility aims to streamline Endress+Hauser's global product distribution. Full Article
us Hoshizaki America Inc. Transitions Sushi Cases to Hydrocarbon R600a Refrigerant By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 Hoshizaki America Inc. started shipping sushi cases with the energy efficient and environmentally friendly refrigerant, R600a, earlier this month. Full Article
us Project Files: Episode 48 — Custom A/C for the Vatican Museums By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400 The Raphael Rooms in the Vatican are universally known as one of the greatest works of art ever created. During a typical summer, temperatures in Rome can soar as high as 104°F. So the decision to install air conditioning in the Raphael Rooms for the first time ever was an easy one. Full Article
us Use Red Flags as Prompts to Measure Static Pressure By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0400 Implementing company-wide static pressure measurements can be tough. Let’s look at how you can use red flags to improve your static pressure measurement consistency and reduce callbacks. Full Article
us Bed Bath & Beyond Accused of Turning Off Air Conditioning to Cut Costs By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0400 Preventive maintenance and proper setbacks can save a business money while keeping staff and customers comfortable. Full Article
us Stranded Surplus a ‘Plus’ for HVAC? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0500 Companies that deal in surplus HVAC equipment are seeing business opportunities in the new U.S. DOE energy efficiency minimums for single-phase residential air-conditioners. Full Article
us Portable HVAC Equipment Helps Customers Keep Their Cool By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Portable cooling systems work well as temporary solutions and can also serve as long-term options for unconditioned spaces like factories and warehouses. Full Article
us Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Appoints New CFO, Realigns Leadership Team By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Andy Kelso was named COO; Shane Lawrence, CFO; Brinnon Williams, vice president of residential business; and David Archer, vice president of commercial business. Full Article
us Study Reveals Houston Leads the Globe in A/C Usage By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 A new survey released by Daikin studied the opinions and habits of more than 1,200 people from 12 cities across the globe when it comes to their a/c systems. Full Article
us Study Shows What City Uses A/C the Most By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400 A recent survey done by Daikin shows what state leads the globe in a/c usage. Full Article
us Johnson Controls Makes Products Greener for Customers, Easier for Contractors By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The world is headed into a greener future and Johnson Controls wants to act as a leader in getting there. That will take smarter, more efficient HVAC equipment. Full Article
us Project Files: Episode 58 — HVAC Treatment Keeps Art Museum Cool By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0400 The city of Phoenix sought an energy-efficient HVAC solution that would restore Phoenix Art Museum’s lost efficiency and improve the indoor climate for the museum’s specialized environment while also contributing to the city’s energy conservation goals. Full Article
us HVAC Solutions Help Data Centers Achieve Sustainability By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 The rapid expansion of data centers has raised concerns about their massive energy use and carbon footprint. However, adopting sustainable HVAC solutions can reduce a data center’s environmental impact and energy consumption. Full Article