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The Benefits of Using the Pinch-Off Tool

Many new self-contained fractional horsepower refrigeration systems will be shipped from the factory with no service access ports.




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Hydraulic Institute Unveils 2 Training Programs

The Hydraulic Institute's new on-demand courses are designed to support the pump and fluid-handling industry with workforce development and onboarding resources.




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Building Operators Use Array of Indoor Air Quality Tools to Ease Concerns

Building operators want people back, and they’re investing in IAQ upgrades to help ease occupant concerns.




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Prisons Lack HVAC, and They Lack Funds to Add It

The pandemic brought a lot of HVAC-related issues to the public’s attention. One of these was the state of air quality in prisons and jails.




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Indoor Air Quality Solutions for VRF Systems

The pandemic has caused IAQ to become a big concern, which has led industry experts to recommend increasing ventilation and upgrading filtration for commercial buildings.




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Improving Indoor Air Quality: Protecting the Air We Breathe

IAQ has become a very important topic as the COVID-19 global pandemic has continued to evolve.




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GE Exhibits New Air And Water Solutions Division

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




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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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UVDI Awarded Agreement for UV-C IAQ Technology with Premier Inc.

UltraViolet Devices Inc. announced that it has been awarded a group purchasing agreement with Premier Inc. in the category of Indoor Air Quality products.




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UV-C Technology Now the Standard in Today’s Health Care Facilities

In the last decade, UV-C installation has really become the standard in the healthcare sector, given its ability to be easily retrofitted, save money and energy, and inactivate those infection-causing microorganisms on HVAC surfaces and airstreams.




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RenewAire Wins Brilliance Award for its ERVs

The innovations of the hard-wired EV Premium Series align with the Brilliance Awards’ theme of automation technology.




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Bradford White Reaches Out to Help the Hungry

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.




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RBI Expands its Torus Line of Products

The full Torus line is now available in sizes ranging from 3,000 Btuh to 4 million Btuh, making the units ideal for a wide array of applications.




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LG Air Conditioning Names VP of Operations

Darren Gibula is familiar with LG, the company said, having spent nearly six years with the company in the Air Conditioning Technologies division in operations and customer experience roles.




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Survey Finds Majority of Homeowners Open to Heat Pumps

The survey explored homeowners’ attitudes toward the Inflation Reduction Act and home upgrades, specifically heat pumps, that increase sustainability.




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HVACR Press Fittings Provide Ideal Solution for Data Centers

Data centers produce enormous amounts of heat and require intricate cooling systems to keep servers from overheating and running in good condition. For data centers located in regions such as South Florida that consistently experience high temperatures, efficient and well-functioning cooling systems are crucial.




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Pair HVAC with Lighting Controls to Level Up Energy Savings

Record heat waves are driving up energy costs, but what can the HVAC industry do to mitigate some of those expenses?




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Closed-Cell Foam Duct Liner Resists Moisture Intrusion, Improves Indoor Air Quality

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).




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Carrier Teases Futuristic, Hybrid, Battery-Backup HVAC Units

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. 




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New Engineering Chief, National Sales Manager at Ritchie

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.




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Infographic: A Look at Proper Humidity

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




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Consumer Intelligence Regarding Air Quality Elevates Humidification

"Baking the cost of a humidifier or dehumidifier into a full system offering is the trend today,” said Tom Ruse.




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Humidification Control Is Critical in Residential, Commercial Settings

Humidity control makes up an important facet of indoor air quality, a facet that includes reducing airborne viruses but extends far beyond it.




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MARS Revisits Innovations, Finds New Ones

HVACR innovations present and past characterized the MARS booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.




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Pandemic Created Consumer Awareness, Increased Demand for Indoor Air Quality Solutions

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.




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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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The A-B-C-D of HVAC for Indoor Cannabis Growing Facilities

A big part of the growth cycle of the cannabis plant is deeply rooted in the ability of the plant to absorb and rid itself of water vapor, so we now add a D to HVAC for dehumidification.




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NREL Discovers Humidity Is Why A/C Units Consume So Much Energy

Colorado researchers found that on average, more than half of the energy consumed by residential air conditioners deals with the humidity on a hot day.




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Dehumidifiers Provide a Solution to Residential, Commercial Indoor Air Quality Issues

Following are several of the latest dehumidification products on the market, representing residential and industrial applications alike.




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Aiding High Humidity Levels With a Secondary Dehumidification System

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.




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A.O. Smith: Heat Pump Water Heater

The Voltex MAX hybrid electric heat pump water heater uses a new smart valve to deliver maximum hot water while the heat pump technology provides maximum savings.




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New METUS Product Monitors Commercial VRF Systems

The kenza cloud is a cloud-based platform for distributors, contractors, building owners, and facility managers who would benefit from remotely controlling, scheduling, and charting City Multi and M-Series systems’ data, along with getting off-site troubleshooting support.




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Sterling HVAC: Unit Heater

Matrix offers a combination of performance, durability and value. Boasting a +93% thermal efficiency rating, Matrix is a solution for today's energy-efficient light commercial and commercial applications.




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Zonefirst: App-Based Combination Light Switch and Thermostat

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. 




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Titus: Duct Terminal Unit

Ideal for airport terminals, schools, universities and offices, the ESV-VP features the same high-performance construction as the original Titus ESV. 




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Viega: Transition Couplings

MegaPress Transition Couplings can be used to transition between galvanized or carbon steel pipe and copper, PEX, or stainless steel in seconds.




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Noritz: Water Heater

The Hybrid Hot Series merges the benefits of storage in a standard tank water heater with the efficiency of tankless into one unit.




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Kaiterra: Air Quality Monitor

The Sensedge Go monitors up to 14 indoor air quality and environmental parameters, providing comprehensive insights into all aspects of the built environment.




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FIeld Controls: Indoor CRAC Unit

The s-MEXT indoor unit, a Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) unit for I.T. cooling applications, includes uses such as small-to-medium- sized data rooms, cell phone and cable TV/telephone/internet provider relay stations, medical imaging equipment cooling and critical cooling infrastructure applications, laboratories, archives and libraries. 




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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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EPA Highlights Cities With the Most Energy Star Buildings

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




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Armstrong Breaks Ground For New Manufacturing Facility

The heat pumps Armstrong plans to make at the new facility in Three Rivers, Michigan, will particularly benefit manufacturers in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, paper, and personal care products industries, the company said.




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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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ACCA Opens Nominations for its 2025 Awards Program

ACCA's annual awards recognize outstanding achievements in the HVACR industry, and the program is widely recognized as a celebration of the best of the best.





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Mid-City Supply Unveils $1.6 Million Renovation

Mid-City Supply invested $1.6 million in the renovation of its Michigan City, Indiana, location, expanding the new building to 18,600 square feet from its original 10,500 square feet, the company said.





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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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Survey Shows U.S. Executives Prioritize Sustainability, Decarbonization

The survey, which included responses from over 200 CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs across various industries in July 2024, also highlighted the impact of government incentives on sustainability plans.




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New Milwaukee Tool Mississippi Factory is its Largest in U.S.

The new Milwaukee Tool factory in Grenada County, Mississippi, will employ more than 800 people and is Milwaukee’s eighth location in Mississippi. It is also the company’s largest manufacturing facility in the U.S.




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Switching to Electric Boiler Helps B Corp Reach Goals

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




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Nationwide Boiler Breaks Fundraising Record With Golf Tourney

The proceeds will be split between Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area and the Randy Rawson Scholarship Program, which is run by the American Boil.er Manufacturers Association.