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Source Energy Optimization Launches New Website

Source Energy Optimization, a Source Refrigeration & HVAC business unit, has launched a new website as part of a strategic expansion to meet the growing demand for energy optimization services among high-energy usage businesses.  




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New EVAPCO Website Provides Improved Functionality

EVAPCO has introduced its newly redesigned website: evapco.com. The website has a fresh new look and easier navigation. The company has adopted a responsive design to offer similar appearance, navigation and information whether using a desktop, tablet or smartphone.




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LG Air Conditioning Technologies Unveils Redesigned Website

The upgraded website offers quick and easy access to essential information for LG’s solutions for commercial, light commercial, and residential applications.




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ACCA Seeks 2019 Contractors of the Year Nominations

The winners — one residential, one commercial — will be recognized at the ACCA 2019 Annual Conference and Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas.




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How to Future-Proof HVAC Systems to Meet Efficiency and Carbon Emission Goals

The major drivers of future-proofed HVAC systems are efficiency, resiliency, electrification, and grid-interactivity.




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California Details Decarbonization Plan

California is usually at the forefront of most environmental movements in the U.S., and its plan to aggressively reduce — and ultimately eliminate — carbon emissions is no different.




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Inflation Reduction Act Incentives Could Mean More Business for HVAC Contractors

The IRA provides incentives to homeowners looking to replace old equipment that burns fossil fuels with new high-efficiency systems that is powered by renewable energy, and HVAC contractors are needed to install it.




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Building Decarbonization Central to New York State’s Climate Plan

Heat pumps, smart HVACR controls, thermal energy networks, and an increase in the number of energy-efficient buildings are central to the state of New York’s multipronged decarbonization plan.




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Decarbonization and the Future of HVAC

At the AHR Expo in Atlanta, Georgia, a panel of experts explored the current state of decarbonization in America, as well as discussed the challenges, opportunities, and solutions that lie ahead.




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Registration for the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference + Expo Now Open

Greenbuild 2023 will celebrate the U.S. Green Building Council’s 30th anniversary and newest version of LEED.




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Misconceptions about Sustainability-Based HVAC Work May Be Hindering Your Ability to Grow

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.




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Danfoss Announces the 2024 EnVisioneer of the Year Winners

ThermalWorks, Cloward H2O, and Jetson by Modine took top honors in the annual competition recognizing companies that use Danfoss products or solutions to realize significant energy or environmental savings.




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HVAC Excellence Welcomes Dr. Michael Spangler to the Accreditation Team

Dr. Spangler brings invaluable expertise to advance HVAC Excellence's mission of helping HVACR educational programs meet industry-established standards through programmatic accreditation.




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Marcone Appoints Asterios Satrazemis to CEO of Marcone Group

With a proven track record of driving transformational growth, Satrazemis spearheads Marcone’s next chapter of expansion and customer-centric innovation.




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A.O. Smith Acquires Water-Purification Business Pureit

Pureit offers a broad range of residential water-purification solutions, primarily in India.




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AHR Expo releases 2025 Education Program

The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) released the full schedule for the 2025 AHR Expo Education Program. 




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Fluke Vibration Tester from Grainger

The Fluke 810 helps you locate and diagnose common mechanical problems and prioritize repairs. Tester includes laser tachometer, triaxial accelerometer and quick disconnect cable.




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Rotobrush: Insulation Blowing Machine

RotoStorm™ II has the ability to output up to 1,350 pounds per hour of insulation. Along with its many features the RotoStorm II can utilize various types of insulation including cellulose, fiberglass or other types of wool insulation. 




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Automation Components Inc.: Low Differential Pressure Transmitter

ACI’s compact sized, A/MLP Series Pressure Transmitter is designed specifically for panel mount, duct and OEM installations. Pressure ranges from +/- 0.5 inch to +/- 20 inches of water column.




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Temperature Control Services LLC: Air Conditioning Condensate Drain Trap

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.




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Field Controls: UV Air Purification Upgrade

The new PRO-Cell™ Upgrade Assembly magnifies the power of purification when added to any Field Controls UV-16. These models can be upgraded with the addition of a PCUV-16UA, boosting their UVC germicidal performance.




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Global Plasma Solutions: Air Purification System

The GPS-iClean is the world’s first self-cleaning, no-maintenance air purification system that can reduce particles, control odors, kill pathogens, and even save energy by reducing ventilation air requirements.




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LG Electronics USA: Duct-free Air Conditioning System

LG Art Cool™ Premier delivers unrivaled performance. Efficient and quiet (down to 17dB(A)) the duct-free air conditioning system delivers powerful heating performance down to -13°F.




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Calling All Humans: Let’s Guide The Next Generation Of The Trades With Passion, Pride, Determination, And Generosity

With early exposure to the trades, a young girl found inspiration from the women she saw working in the industry, and now she wants to encourage more women to get into the business.




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Bridging the Skilled Trades Gap to Accelerate the Energy Transition

In the midst of a historic energy transition, the HVAC is facing a workforce shortage, and it needs to get creative to find solutions.




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How Advanced HVAC Systems are Paving the Way to Net-Zero Emissions

With the rapid expansion of data centers driven by AI, cloud computing, and gaming, the demand for sustainable HVAC systems has never been higher — see what HVAC contractors can do to help curb energy consumption. 




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The Power of Performance Evaluations: A Strategic Approach

Though it is time-intensive, regular evaluations drive growth by improving clarity, job satisfaction, and performance, while fostering continuous dialogue that aligns individual goals with organizational success.




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Why I’m Building a Career in HVAC: Race Harber’s Perspective as a Gen Z HVAC Professional

A new generation is discovering that a four-year degree isn’t necessary to be successful.




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JBS Heating and Air Conditioning Receives Bryant Medal of Excellence Award

California HVAC contractor JBS Heating and Air Conditioning has been named a recipient of the Bryant Medal of Excellence Award for the second consecutive year. The honor is awarded by Bryant Heating and Cooling Systems to local heating and air conditioning contractors that meet their high standards for customer satisfaction.




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Goodrich Announces Acquisition of Two HVAC Contractors

Kenneth D. Goodrich, managing partner of US Peach LLC, an HVAC and plumbing service provider, recently announced the acquisition of The Honest Plumber, Heating & Air, a Las Vegas-based air conditioning, heating, and plumbing company, and Walton’s Air Conditioning, based in Corona, California.




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Source Refrigeration & HVAC Acquired by Audax Private Equity

Audax Private Equity announced that it has partnered with management to acquire Source Refrigeration & HVAC Inc. from Arsenal Capital Partners. Source, headquartered in Anaheim, California, is a leading independent provider of commercial refrigeration and HVAC services in North America.




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Cooper Oates Air Conditioning Names Biagioni General Manager of Service Division

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.




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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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Study Anticipates $185.4 Billion Market

This market is anticipated to grow with 5.9 percent compound annual growth rate during the forecast time period. Surge in the use of energy-efficient devices is expected to drive the growth of the global HVAC system market.




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Hawaiian Association Opens Scholarship Applications

The Contractors Association of Kauai (CAK is offering multiple scholarships to Kauai residents seeking a career in a construction-related field of study.




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Five Duct Renovation Rules to Remember

These simple guidelines will help HVAC contractors shift their business from “practitioner” to “specialist.”




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Seven Steps for Successful Duct Renovations

Duct renovation is not a silver bullet. Instead, it’s an important piece of the overall comfort system.




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Three Common Signs of Air Filtration Failure

You perform maintenance each year, but by the next maintenance visit, dirt and grime are in the equipment again. Have you ever wondered why this happens?




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How to Diagnose a Thermostatic Expansion Valve Failure

This article will hopefully save the lives of a few TXVs and the pocketbooks of some customers.




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Installing Thermostatic Expansion Valves

As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when a replacing a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV).




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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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Tennessee College Breaks Ground on $29.8M Technical Education Complex

The new complex will replace the oldest buildings on campus, which were built in the 1960s and early 1970s.




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Best Practices For Implementing UVGI Solutions Into HVAC Systems

Managers, company leaders, and school district administrators should explore all available options to heighten the safety and cleanliness of their respective spaces.




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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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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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UV-C an Optimal HVAC Option in Health Care Applications

The use of UV-C in HVAC systems has proven to be an effective way to minimize the threat of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), small particles, and other airborne pathogens commonly found in health care environments.




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$169 Million in Grants to Boost Heat Pump Manufacturing

The selected projects, which have not been finalized, would be the first awards coming out of DOE’s use of the Defense Production Act (DPA) to increase domestic production of five clean energy technologies, including electric heat pumps.




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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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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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Elevating HVAC Excellence: A Proactive Approach to Customer Relationships

The foundation of success for HVAC pros lies in establishing client relationships, recognizing that being the initial point of contact during times of need is paramount.