se ACCA Seeks 2019 Contractors of the Year Nominations By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Aug 2018 12:00:00 -0400 The winners — one residential, one commercial — will be recognized at the ACCA 2019 Annual Conference and Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas. Full Article
se EPA Issues Highly Anticipated Rule on HFC Phasedown By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:51:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se Measuring Home Energy Use By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 On Earth Day 2022, more homeowners appear to be thinking globally and acting locally when it comes to home energy consumption, much of which is claimed by HVAC systems. Full Article
se Department of Energy Seeks to Cut Cost of Enhanced Geothermal Systems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
se Misconceptions about Sustainability-Based HVAC Work May Be Hindering Your Ability to Grow By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se Home Services Veteran Joins SmartAC.com Board By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se Women in HVACR Seeks Candidates for Board of Directors By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Members of the Women in HVACR board work with the executive team to guide the organization’s direction, oversee financial management, and ensure legal and ethical integrity. Full Article
se Arizona Opens First Phase of IRA Rebate Program By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Initially, Arizona’s Efficiency Arizona program, in partnership with community action agencies, will focus on providing heat pumps through an a/c replacement program that addresses heat-relief emergencies and/or financial hardships. Full Article
se AHR Expo releases 2025 Education Program By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:00:08 -0500 The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) released the full schedule for the 2025 AHR Expo Education Program. Full Article
se System Sensor: Duct Smoke Detectors By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 07:30:00 -0400 If space is a problem or to save time and money (up to 30 percent), monitor supply and return detectors from a single power board using InnovairFlex’s semi and fully distributed 2-to-1 sensor to power board capability. Full Article
se Kano Laboratories: Penetrating Oil Loosens Frozen Metal Parts By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Apr 2014 07:15:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se Temperature Control Services LLC: Air Conditioning Condensate Drain Trap By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Aug 2015 07:15:00 -0400 The unique valve design of V-traps makes them virtually trouble free. They are self-priming; you never have to add water to make them work. A self-sealing column of water, equal in height to the negative pressure in the air conditioner, automatically prevents air from entering the drain trap allowing the condensate to drain freely. Full Article
se FasTest: Service Valve for Split System Units By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2016 14:00:00 -0500 New from FasTest for the HVACR market is the CoreMax SV, an advanced single port service valve with significant performance advantages over conventional service valves typically used in split system air conditioner systems. Full Article
se SEMCO: Modular Panels By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 SEMCO PanL Solutions provide a structural, acoustic, thermal panel that is modular in design. These tongue-and-groove panels require no screws upon installation. Typical applications are barrier walls, large air plenums, HVAC enclosures, and mechanical room enclosures. Full Article
se GreenStar Energy Systems – serving YOU: America’s HVAC Installers, Contractors, Technicians and Dealers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Feb 2018 09:46:00 -0500 We guarantee we’ll save GreenStar Alliance members thousands on equipment costs. We are also here to help streamline your business, taking care of documentation and shipping for you as well! Learn more by calling 888-249-HVAC, or go to www.GreenStarAlliance.com! Full Article
se Bill Howe Family of Companies Earns Super Service Award in Six Categories By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jan 2016 07:15:00 -0500 The Bill Howe Family of Companies announced it has earned the 2015 Angie’s List Super Service Award in six categories. The service company provides heating, air conditioning, restoration and flood remediation, and plumbing services in the San Diego area. Full Article
se Cooper Oates Air Conditioning Names Biagioni General Manager of Service Division By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Apr 2016 07:15:00 -0400 Cooper Oates Air Conditioning (COAC), a mechanical contractor serving northern California, has announced the appointment of James Biagioni as general manager, Service Division. Biagioni will be responsible for all operational aspects of the Service Division. Full Article
se Cambridge Engineering Adds New Sales Representative for Western Territory By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 02 May 2016 07:16:00 -0400 Cambridge Engineering, a leading manufacturer of high temperature heating and ventilation (HTHV) direct-fired gas products for commercial spaces, announced that Steve Shaffer has returned to the company to lead its sales and marketing efforts in California, Nevada, and Arizona. Full Article
se Ken Goodrich Presents Second Veterans Tools Award to HVAC Student By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 23 May 2016 07:15:00 -0400 Nick Hughes didn't know what career he wanted to pursue when he left the U.S. Navy three years ago. Now, he will soon graduate from the two-year applied science in air conditioning technology program at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) as the recipient of the Post 9/11 Veterans Tools Award. Full Article
se A&B Properties, Carbon Lighthouse Launch Energy Efficiency Pilot Program By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Aug 2016 07:10:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se SupplyHouse.com Improves West Coast Service By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Aug 2018 07:30:00 -0400 With its new location, SupplyHouse.com will expand its Fast Track zip codes to the West Coast while still covering locations near its New Jersey and Ohio distribution centers. Full Article
se Offer Ductwork Maintenance as a New Service, Source of Revenue By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 07:32:00 -0400 Although ductwork doesn’t require quite as much maintenance as other HVAC equipment does, there are steps to be taken to ensure its longevity, safety, and efficient operation. Full Article
se Seven Steps for Successful Duct Renovations By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 24 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 Duct renovation is not a silver bullet. Instead, it’s an important piece of the overall comfort system. Full Article
se Customer Service Lessons a Veterinarian Taught Me By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400 It’s easy to forget that what is a regular day on the job for you is a significant event in the life of your customer. Full Article
se How to Diagnose a Thermostatic Expansion Valve Failure By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 04:03:00 -0500 This article will hopefully save the lives of a few TXVs and the pocketbooks of some customers. Full Article
se Webstone, a Nibco brand: Service Valve Kits By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jun 2020 07:25:00 -0400 Designed for tankless water heaters with integrated PRV and/or drain ports, this valve kit isolates the unit for servicing. Full Article
se How to Use a Micron Gauge By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500 Many technicians believe that a vacuum pump actually pumps ‘liquid’ moisture out of a system. This is not true. Full Article
se Determining the Cause of a Restricted Liquid Line By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 Liquid line restrictions cause the evaporator, compressor, and condenser to be starved of refrigerant, causing performance problems in refrigeration systems. Full Article
se Tennessee College Breaks Ground on $29.8M Technical Education Complex By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500 The new complex will replace the oldest buildings on campus, which were built in the 1960s and early 1970s. Full Article
se Proper HVAC Setup Lowers Energy Costs for Marijuana Producers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400 The legal cannabis market continues to represent the dot-com era. Plenty of opportunity remains. Full Article
se Building Operators Use Array of Indoor Air Quality Tools to Ease Concerns By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0400 Building operators want people back, and they’re investing in IAQ upgrades to help ease occupant concerns. Full Article
se General Filters Presents Soaring Eagle Award to Mid-Atlantic Sales By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 General Filters' Soaring Eagle Award honors the sales agency that best represents the company in terms of sales revenue, sales growth, and new product sales. Full Article
se Lennox to Increase Prices on Residential Equipment By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 Lennox Industries plans to increase prices on residential equipment and accessories by up to 10% beginning Monday, Feb. 5. Full Article
se Allied Air Announces Price Increases By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500 Allied Air Enterprises is planning to raise prices on residential products by as much as 10% and on commercial products by as much as 12%. Full Article
se Closed-Cell Foam Duct Liner Resists Moisture Intrusion, Improves Indoor Air Quality By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:40:00 -0400 Among the various HVAC insulation options available, elastomeric closed-cell foam duct insulation (closed-cell foam) solutions stand out for providing safe, sustainable, high-performance thermal and acoustic insulation while resisting moisture and improving overall indoor air quality (IAQ). Full Article
se Carrier Teases Futuristic, Hybrid, Battery-Backup HVAC Units By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:50:00 -0400 At Climate Week NYC, a breakthrough HVAC technology that could help homeowners avoid peak pricing while also addressing growing concerns of over-stressing the grid was announced. Full Article
se Midea Showcases Heat Pump Innovation at 2024 ENERGY STAR Products Partner Meeting By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se Dehumidifiers Deliver Built-In Comfort for Multifamily Settings By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:26:00 -0400 Early on in CHP’s $9-million project, the team decided to make a pretty big change: an overhaul of the HVAC design. Full Article
se Humidifier Sales See Boost as Consumers Seek Better Health, Comfort By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Homeowners are seeking solutions to improve comfort and IAQ. One device that does both is the humidifier. Full Article
se Humidification Control Is Critical in Residential, Commercial Settings By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400 Humidity control makes up an important facet of indoor air quality, a facet that includes reducing airborne viruses but extends far beyond it. Full Article
se Pandemic Created Consumer Awareness, Increased Demand for Indoor Air Quality Solutions By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400 It has now been two years since the pandemic brought IAQ to the forefront of everyone’s minds. Manufacturers are stepping up with an array of products to clean and monitor the air people breathe. Full Article
se Precise Grow Environments From Precise HVAC Tech By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Smarter HVAC equipment in indoor agriculture benefits both the technician and the grower, and the most-precise is yet to come. Full Article
se Selling Whole-Home Humidification By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Between health benefits, energy savings, and overall improved air quality, whole-home humidification systems are an easy sell for contractors. Full Article
se Aiding High Humidity Levels With a Secondary Dehumidification System By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
se HVAC Products Designed for Indoor Agriculture Offer Precise Climate Control By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The manufacturers of HVAC products for indoor farming say their equipment can help optimize growers’ crop yields. Full Article
se AirEase: Multi-Refrigerant Coil By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:16:27 -0400 The AirEase 7EC-01 evaporator coil is the only coil purposefully engineered to ease your transition to Low GWP refrigerants. Full Article
se RectorSeal: Drain Cleaner By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 ClearDrain PVC effectively eliminates major contributors to clogged HVAC/R condensate drains. Full Article
se Zonefirst: App-Based Combination Light Switch and Thermostat By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Utilizing the company’s Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss Zoning System, a new home climate control system, enables homeowners to easily manage both lighting and temperature settings through a single, user-friendly app, allowing for customized comfort in every zone. Full Article
se Allied Air Enterprises: Gas Furnace By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Allied Air Enterprises announces the new 97G2E Two-Stage Constant Torque Gas Furnace with 97% AFUE Efficiency under the Concord and Ducane brands. Full Article
se Senseair: Gas Sensor By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Senseair has developed "Sunlight R290," a gas sensor featuring high measurement accuracy and operating range, while minimizing heat generation, packaging space, and power consumption. Full Article