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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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Hunter Industrial Unveils New Website

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Hunter Industrial Fans, the industrial division of Hunter Fan Company, has launched a new website designed to enhance the online consumer experience. Hunter’s revamped website includes new features designed to make all product information readily available to both consumers and distributors.  




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General Filters Launches New Website

As mobile devices use icon’s Utilitarian nature, helping to make General Filters website easy to browse is a new icon-driven menu that is aimed at the audience visiting; bringing them the information that is most relevant.




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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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HVAC Industry Helps Customers Reach Their ESG Goals

ESG funds are experiencing a record year, as more investors, such as pensions fund managers, are making it a top priority when deciding where to put their money.




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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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Midea Heat Pumps to Power NYC’s “Clean Heat For All Challenge”

NYC is aiming to address the green energy gap through its new “Clean Heat for All Challenge,” using custom window heat pumps specially designed for the project by electric heat pump manufacturer Midea America Corp.




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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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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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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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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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AABC Installs New Officers and Directors for 2024-2026

The Associated Air Balance Council (AABC) installed new officers and directors for 2024-2026 during its Annual Meeting in Lost Pines, Texas.




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California Launches IRA Rebate Program

Owners and agents of multifamily buildings in California may apply now for rebates on heat-pump heating and cooling units. The owners of single-family homes in the state will be able to apply for rebates for new heat pumps for space heating and cooling within the next several weeks.




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New CEO Named at Commercial HVACR Maintenance Firm

Jason Cocco, formerly the president and chief revenue officer at BFC Solutions, succeeded Phil Whitaker as CEO last month.




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RANCO Dual Pressure Control from Grainger

This control switches electrical loads from relays, fans and motors in HVAC and commercial applications in response to changes in refrigerant pressure.




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WaterFurnace: High-Efficiency Geothermal Heat Pump

WaterFurnace has launched the 7 Series, which the company said represents breakthroughs in energy efficiency, integrated technologies, communication capabilities, and comfort.




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Lennox Commercial: Renewable Energy for Commercial HVAC

The SunSource® Commercial Energy System is the only commercial HVAC system to integrate directly with solar power by collecting free, clean energy from the sun and sending it directly to Lennox’ Energence® rooftop unit.




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hilmor: Aluminum Manifold

hilmor’s ruggedly durable Aluminum Manifold comes in 2- and 4-valve combinations and features a forged aluminum body and high-impact gauge boots.




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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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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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Allied Commercial: Rooftop Matchup App

With instant access to over 4,000 light commercial RTU’s, the Allied Crossover App quickly identifies the best Allied Commercial™ matchup for your equipment replacement needs.




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FasTest: Service Valve for Split System Units

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.




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2J Supply Company: Geothermal Heat Pump

The Bosch Greensource CDi geothermal heat pump comes equipped with innovative technology that only Bosch can provide including: 10 year limited warranty on parts and labor; fiber-free, closed-cell insulation to help keep the system’s high efficiency and improve IAQ; and more.




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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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Mastercool: A/C System Analyzer

Mastercool’s new A/C System Analyzer is an all-in-one tool that not only calculates critical information for the air conditioning system but also diagnosis basic system problems. The LCD display leads the technician through basic tests, making service quicker and less complicated.




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Mastercool: A/C System Analyzer

Mastercool’s new A/C System Analyzer is an all in one tool that not only calculates critical information for the air conditioning system but also diagnosis basic system problems. The LCD display leads the technician through basic test making service quicker and less complicated.




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GreenStar Energy Systems – serving YOU: America’s HVAC Installers, Contractors, Technicians and Dealers

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!




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Tracking HVAC Sales Programs

Don’t go with the same old, same old when it comes to seasonal sales programs. Find out what’s worked and what hasn’t, and ask trusted customers what they want.




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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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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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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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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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Cambridge Engineering Adds New Sales Representative for Western Territory

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.




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Mauzy Heating, Air & Solar Names New General Manager

Mauzy Heating, Air & Solar, a provider of heating and cooling as well as solar energy services in Southern California, has announced the appointment of Jim Richardson as the company’s new general manager.




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Air-Tro Voted Best HVAC Company in San Gabriel Valley for 5th Straight Year

Bob Helbing, president of Air-Tro Inc., announced that his air conditioning and heating company won the San Gabriel Valley Readers Choice Award for the fifth year in a row. Air-Tro was voted the best heating and cooling company in the region.




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Harris Companies Acquires Quality Mechanical Contractors

Harris Companies, a leading national mechanical contractor, announced it has purchased Quality Mechanical Contractors based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1971, Quality Mechanical specializes in industrial, commercial, and residential HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal fabrication.




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Air-Tro Wins 2016 Readers Choice Award for San Gabriel Valley

Air-Tro Inc., a heating and air conditioning contractor in Monrovia, California, announced that the company has won the 2016 Readers Choice Award for San Gabriel Valley. This is the third year in a row that the company has won the award.




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Contractors Attend ‘Build Your Operating Manuals’ Workshop with NEWS Columnist Al Levi

Leaders from five service contracting companies from the plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical industry joined contributing NEWS columnist Al Levi at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge in Phoenix on November 15-16, 2017 for The 7-Power Contractor® Build Your Operating Manuals Program Workshop.




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Alaska Energy Audit Program Extended

According to the AEA, nonresidential buildings consume more than half the building energy use in Alaska, and the majority of these buildings are privately owned. The Commercial Building Energy Audit program is designed to pay up to 75 percent of the cost of an ASHRAE level 1+ energy audit performed on privately owned commercial buildings.




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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 Ways You Might Be Using an Air Duct Calculator Incorrectly

The air duct calculator, or “ductulator,” is a commonly used tool for designing and installing duct systems. Unfortunately, many designers and technicians receive limited instructions on its correct use.




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Infographic: 6 Deadly Facts About Indoor Air Quality

While exterior pollutants, such as smog and CO, may receive more attention, IAQ within a home can have serious effects on our physical and mental health, as well.




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Indoor Air Quality a Hot Topic at NADCA Conference

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association recently drew more than 500 people to a resort near Denver for its annual meeting and exposition.




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Duct Cleaners Gather in New Orleans for 34th Annual Meeting

Slideshow: The National Air Duct Cleaning Association annual meeting in New Orleans at the end of March delved deep into the cleaning business with a focus on keeping up the demand momentum for the service from COVID-19.




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NADCA Fall Technical Conference Offers Hands-On Training

NADCA’s annual Fall Technical Conference features hands-on training during which attendees can use real-world scenarios to develop practical skills.




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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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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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Belimo Air Controls (USA) Inc.: Connected Zone Valve

The intelligent valve OptiPoint™ is a customized Belimo ZoneTight™ valve with enhanced MP-Bus communication.