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Trane and STULZ USA Announce Strategic Agreement

Trane and Stulz USA announced a strategic OEM supply sales agreement for the United States and Canadian markets.




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LG Electronics USA: Vertical Air Handler

This product can be installed vertically, horizontally from the left or right, or inverted with a down flow conversion kit.




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Challenging the Custom AHU Status Quo

Designing, selling, and producing AHUs is a long process. Is there anything we can do to accelerate the process?




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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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Fieldpiece Instruments Opens UK Office for Sales and Customer Service

Fieldpiece Instruments opened a U.K. office to add to its European operation and to provide sales and customer service in the United Kingdom.




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Diagnosing Refrigeration Restrictions: Similar Symptoms With Different Causes

Refrigeration systems can become restricted in both their high and low sides for a variety of reasons.




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Dirty Condenser Coils Are the Culprits That Cause Many HVACR Problems

If a condenser coil is dirty or fouled, its ability to reject heat is severely affected.




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COVID-19 Reveals Importance of UV-C in HVAC Industry

Can the type of ultraviolet light known as UV-C light kill the novel coronavirus? Manufacturers are not making that claim … yet.




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Project Files: Episode 45 — New Jersey Cold Storage Warehouse Overhaul

Lineage Logistics recently funded renovations to the refrigeration system at a New Jersey facility, including replacement of an evaporative condenser.




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Checklists Can Help Determine What Is Causing the Problem in a Refrigeration System

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.




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US Commercial Refrigeration to Grow at 3.2% CAGR to 2025

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.




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Hoshizaki Shifts Production of Icemakers to the US

Hoshizaki transferred manufacturing of select ice machines from Europe to its facility in Peachtree City.




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OEMs: Hospitality Industry Seeks Improved Indoor Air Quality

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.




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Fabric Duct and Specialized Airflow Used to Keep Swimmers Healthy

How can an effective airflow strategy ensure quality ventilation and optimal indoor air quality, without breaking the budget?




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Investors Put Their Money Into HVAC Products for Improved Sustainability

Some savvy investors realize the greatest potential for helping the environment and getting a good return on investment comes from the HVAC industry.




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How to Adjust Blower Speeds Using Fan Law Two

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.




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HVACR Industry Knowledge Offers a Valuable Perspective

The industry touches our lives directly, and an HVACR-literate public would be a boon to it.




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The Power of Change in the HVAC Industry

Uncover why change is vital in the HVAC sector and how embracing growth can significantly spark new momentum for your home improvement business.




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10 Free Ways to Boost Your HVAC Business with ChatGPT

Here are 10 ways to get started by incorporating AI for free in some of your workflows right away.




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Infographic: Report - 1 in 4 US Commercial Service Contractors Are Implementing AI

67% of contractors see digital transformation as important to their success.




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Artificial Intelligence Can Help HVAC Contractors Run a Better Business

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.




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What Small Businesses Need to Know about Generative AI

Evolving AI technology is becoming an important business tool for personalizing customer experience, analyzing data, and much more.




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AI Can Be a Useful Tool, But Still Needs Human Oversight, Distributors Told

 “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.




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The Many Uses of AI in HVAC

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.




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Did Artificial Intelligence Just Kill Local SEO?

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.




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Optimizing Efficiency in Your HVAC Business

Read this eBook to find out more on software solutions that help contractors reduce wasted time and cost.




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Advancements in AI a Boon to HVAC Customer Service

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.




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Custom Reporting Made Easy by ServiceTitan

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.




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How to Use and Choose a Fleet Tracking Solution

Fleet tracking software solutions offer contractors far more than a simple interface to track their vans.




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When Will HVAC Contractors Own a Fleet of Electric Autonomous Vehicles?

It’s been said that technology takes longer to arrive than expected, but once it does, adoption occurs more quickly than expected as well.




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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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Rheem Focuses on Sustainability

Sustainability is core to the thinking at Rheem and was a common theme throughout the AHR Expo.




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Trane Product Releases Aim to Help Customers Meet Decarbonization, Efficiency Goals

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. 




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Carrier, Honeywell Selling RTUs Through Energy as a Service Model

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.




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Invi Air: Linear Air Diffuser

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.




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Famous Supply to Open New Ohio Distribution Center

Famous Supply is planning a December 17 ribbon-cutting for its new 354,000-square-foot distribution center in Maple Heights, Ohio.




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Best Practices, Tips, Tricks for Using Leak Detectors With Confidence

Before you can fix a leak, you need to find it. That’s where leak detectors come in.




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Endress+Hauser Opens Regional Logistics Hub in Indianapolis

The 48,000-square-foot facility aims to streamline Endress+Hauser's global product distribution.




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Hoshizaki America Inc. Transitions Sushi Cases to Hydrocarbon R600a Refrigerant

Hoshizaki America Inc. started shipping sushi cases with the energy efficient and environmentally friendly refrigerant, R600a, earlier this month.




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Project Files: Episode 48 — Custom A/C for the Vatican Museums

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.




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Use Red Flags as Prompts to Measure Static Pressure

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.




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Bed Bath & Beyond Accused of Turning Off Air Conditioning to Cut Costs

Preventive maintenance and proper setbacks can save a business money while keeping staff and customers comfortable.




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Stranded Surplus a ‘Plus’ for HVAC?

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.




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Portable HVAC Equipment Helps Customers Keep Their Cool

Portable cooling systems work well as temporary solutions and can also serve as long-term options for unconditioned spaces like factories and warehouses.




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Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Appoints New CFO, Realigns Leadership Team

Andy Kelso was named COO; Shane Lawrence, CFO; Brinnon Williams, vice president of residential business; and David Archer, vice president of commercial business.




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Study Reveals Houston Leads the Globe in A/C Usage

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.




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Study Shows What City Uses A/C the Most

A recent survey done by Daikin shows what state leads the globe in a/c usage.




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Johnson Controls Makes Products Greener for Customers, Easier for Contractors

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.




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Project Files: Episode 58 — HVAC Treatment Keeps Art Museum Cool

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.




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HVAC Solutions Help Data Centers Achieve Sustainability

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.