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Kratos’ DeMarco Bullish On What Trump, With Help From Musk, Means For Startups And Non-Traditional Defense Companies

A second Trump administration committed to cutting federal spending could mean very good things for non-traditional defense companies and startups because of a focus on affordability, Eric DeMarco, the president […]




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AUV Startup Vatn Systems Raises $13 Million In Seed Round That Includes Lockheed, RTX, And SAIC

Vatn Systems, a startup developing autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for U.S. and allied military customers, on Tuesday said it has raised $13 million in seed funding to further expand its […]




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House’s Top Defense Appropriator Calvert Projected To Win Reelection

Rep. Ken Calvert, the House’s top defense appropriator, is projected to narrowly win his reelection bid following a competitive race. While final control of the House in the next Congress […]





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New Desert Aire Website Goes Live

The new Desert Aire website provides consulting/specifying engineers, mechanical contracting professionals, and building owner/operators with a dynamic resource for selecting dehumidification solutions and dedicated outdoor air systems for indoor environments.




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Heatcraft Introduces THE HUB Customer Portal

Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration announced the launch of THE HUB, the company’s latest eTool platform that will enable users to gain faster access to the tools, information, and products needed to quickly service customers' needs.




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Department of Energy Seeks to Cut Cost of Enhanced Geothermal Systems

The DOE aims to build upon current Enhanced Geothermal Shots by accelerating research, development, and demonstrations within enhanced geothermal systems, to tap into and better understand resources while significantly reducing the cost of EGS.




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The Growing Importance of Sustainable Building

A recent report from Honeywell and Reuters shows organizations are investing in things such as better IAQ, energy management systems, and reducing carbon emissions to drive sustainability, but barriers such as a lack of resources and expertise, and cost struggles, hinder progress.




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LG Electronics Identifies Heat Pumps as Key Element of Green, Smart Home Ecosystem

Thomas Yoon, president and CEO, LG North America CEO, addresses barriers to market growth at a recent White House executive roundtable. 




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Danfoss to Power All North America Facilities with Solar Energy by 2025

Danfoss North America recently signed a power purchase agreement with CIG Capital, a U.S.-based project financing firm, to purchase about 75 MW of solar power from a solar farm in Texas, starting in 2025.




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Home Services Veteran Joins SmartAC.com Board

Joshua Kelly will help guide SmartAC.com’s efforts as the company continues to innovate its Smart Agreements and connected home systems technology, a press release from SmartAC.com said.




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Wrangler Workwear: Work Shirts and Cargo Pants

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.




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Kano Laboratories: Penetrating Oil Loosens Frozen Metal Parts

Based on scientific discoveries at Kano Laboratories, Kroil creeps into millionth inch spaces, dissolves rust and lubricates to loosen frozen metal parts. Kroil’s unique molecular structure creates an affinity to metal assuring swift penetration.




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Shurtape: Flex Duct Film Tape

Shurtape® DC 181 film tape is designed to prevent air loss when connecting, joining, sealing and patching flexible air ductwork — even in cold temperatures. 




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Midea America Corp.: Inverter Ductless System

Midea America Corp. has introduced the Premier Series, a completely refined inverter ductless system technology. While the majority of these provide 100% heating output at 5°F ambient temperatures, most offer 100% of the stated cooling capacity at -4°F, with a few attaining 100% cooling at -22°F.




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Robertshaw Climate: RS300 Slimline Premier Family Thermostats

The RS300 Slimline® Premier Family Thermostats are back, backlit, and better than ever!




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Cal Poly University Honored for Its Energy and Water Saving Efforts

California Polytechnic State University has been honored with state awards for efforts to conserve energy and water. The university received two sustainability best practice plaques at the 2015 California Higher Education Sustainability Conference in San Francisco.




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SolarCity Launches Smart Energy Home in Hawaii

SolarCity is introducing a Smart Energy Home offering to new residential customers in Hawaii. It includes advanced technology: solar photovoltaic (PV), battery storage, smart electric water heaters, and the Nest Learning Thermostat, all coordinated by a home gateway.




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A&B Properties, Carbon Lighthouse Launch Energy Efficiency Pilot Program

A&B Properties Inc. (ABP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Alexander & Baldwin Inc., has partnered with Carbon Lighthouse, an energy services company, to implement a two-month pilot to identify energy efficiency initiatives for its commercial assets in Hawaii.




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Oregon HVAC Contractor Certified as B Corporation

Reitmeier is the first commercial HVAC company in the world to achieve the distinction of becoming a certified B Corporation.




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Bakersfield College Starts HVAC Program

This program is a part of BC’s Rural Initiatives, which targets surrounding communities to equip more residents with workforce skills through college education.




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Rural Funding Provides New Opportunities

Building projects offering business opportunities for HVAC contractors, both residential and commercial, will be available because of these loans in multiple states.




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Four Steps to Start Optimizing a Poorly Performing Duct System

A question I’m frequently asked is, where do you start when improving a poorly performing duct system? Do you tear it out and start over again, or is there an easier way? The good news is, there is a simple, logical pattern you can follow to optimize a duct system.




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Carrier: BAS Smart Valves

These additions to the components available for the i-Vu® BAS provide operators access to valve performance data.




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Vertiflo Pump Co.: Centrifugal Pumps

With easy access to the impeller and case to remove debris, this product has an oversized, tapered bore and a self-flushing seal chamber.




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Sanhua Supplies Parts for Electronic Systems

Replacing manual parts with electronic was the theme at Sanhua’s booth at the AHR Expo.




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The Importance Of Controlling Head Pressure

Controlling the head pressure helps maintain pressure drop across the metering device and prevents the evaporator from freezing, in the case of air conditioning, and excessive freezing in refrigeration systems.




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Watts Works Learning Center Opens in Fort Worth, Texas

The 250,000-square-foot facility — customized for broad training purposes, administration, and manufacturing — joins several other Watts Works Learning Centers across North America.





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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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The Importance of Pressure Relief Valves on CO₂ Refrigeration Systems

The proper design, installation, and maintenance of these valves is vital for the safe operation of R-744 refrigeration systems, especially in industrial and commercial applications.




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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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Tech Shortage? Indoor Air Quality Needs? Parker Has Answers

Parker Hannifin Corp. addressed two of today’s most pressing HVACR issues ― a labor shortage and pandemic-fueled concerns about indoor air quality (IAQ) ― during the recent AHR Expo.




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Navien Starts Shipping New NPF Hydro-furnace

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.




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Johnson Controls Touts Renovation of Headquarters

“This campus has been designed to create a culture of collaboration and sustainability with our OpenBlue digital platform at the core of its design,” said Vijay Sankaran, chief technology officer at Johnson Controls.




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Report: Commercial Contractor Confidence Nearly Doubled Since 2023

Just 3% of commercial contractors were pessimistic about the upcoming year in 2024, compared to 22% in 2023.




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Midea Showcases Heat Pump Innovation at 2024 ENERGY STAR Products Partner Meeting

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.





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Dehumidifiers Deliver Built-In Comfort for Multifamily Settings

Early on in CHP’s $9-million project, the team decided to make a pretty big change: an overhaul of the HVAC design.




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Humidifier Sales See Boost as Consumers Seek Better Health, Comfort

Homeowners are seeking solutions to improve comfort and IAQ. One device that does both is the humidifier.




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Dehumidification a Big Part of Indoor Air Quality Equation

Homeowners are increasingly paying attention to improving their indoor air quality, and dehumidification is a big part of the IAQ equation.




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Humidification and Dehumidification Bring Wellness and Comfort

Comfortable, clean air. That’s what end users on both the residential and commercial sides are looking for in the aftermath of the pandemic.




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Ensuring Comfort and IAQ in Commercial Buildings and Schools During Summer

Educating the overseers of these buildings on the importance of keeping HVAC systems up and running, even in the summer months, can help prevent damage to both the building and the system itself.




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Micro-Air: Soft Starter Technology

The EasyStart Flex for residential and commercial HVAC is an advanced and versatile soft starter designed for all sizes of residential a/c units up to six tons (72,000 BTUs).




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JCI-Hitachi Brings Commercial VRF System to North America

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.




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Airzone Partners with Samsung's SmartThings System

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




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Report: Heat Pump Market to More Than Double by 2031

The Verified Market Research Report shows that the heat pump market is valued at $74.73 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $167.32 billion by 2031.




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ECM Partners With Arizona Commercial HVAC Contractor

ECM Technologies' ThermaClear conquers oil fouling by clearing the coil system from the inside, removing the oil barrier and super-lubricating the compressor.





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Report Forecasts Growth for Building Automation Market

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.




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Rheem to acquire Nortek Global HVAC

NGH, whose brand lines include Frigidaire, Maytag, Miller, Broan, Gibson, Intertherm, Partner’s Choice, and other private labels, will join Rheem’s Global Air division.




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Project Files: Episode 50 — Synchronized Hydronic Loop Saves Towson Court House HVAC

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.




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Bosch Thermotechnology Rebrands as Bosch Home Comfort Group

The rebranding from Bosch Thermotechnology to Bosch Home Comfort Group reflects the company’s innovative product portfolio and commitment to electrification.