al Powers, a Watts brand: Digital Mixing Valve By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 04:01:00 -0500 Now available in new 1.5- and 2-inch sizes, this smart mixing valve connects through the building automation system (BAS). Full Article
al Vertiflo Pump Co.: Centrifugal Pumps By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 04:07:00 -0500 With easy access to the impeller and case to remove debris, this product has an oversized, tapered bore and a self-flushing seal chamber. Full Article
al Warren Controls: Control Valves By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 04:04:00 -0400 This upgraded version of its AmurAct is designed for 1.5 million cycles and can withstand ambient temperatures up to 140°F. Full Article
al 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
al Installing Thermostatic Expansion Valves By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 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). Full Article
al The Beneficial Properties of Small Diameter Copper Tube for Heat Exchangers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Manufacturers are designing a new generation of heat exchangers with more advantages over present designs. Full Article
al The Importance of Pressure Relief Valves on CO₂ Refrigeration Systems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
al HVAC Worker Dies in Elevator Shaft Fall By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0500 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has taken the helm of an investigation since it was a workplace fatality. Full Article
al 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
al 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
al Project Files: Episode 42 — Amalie Arena IAQ Update By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -0400 Pure Air Control Services recently completed an IAQ project that helped fans and hockey players at the Stanley Cup Playoffs breathe easy at Tampa Bay’s Amalie Arena. Full Article
al Indoor Air Quality Solutions for VRF Systems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
al Improving Indoor Air Quality: Protecting the Air We Breathe By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500 IAQ has become a very important topic as the COVID-19 global pandemic has continued to evolve. Full Article
al RGF Global Campaign Encourages IAQ Awareness By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Although RGF manufactures air, food, and water purification systems, the company’s primary focus for this year’s Expo is air, especially given the recent increase in IAQ awareness. Full Article
al Tech Shortage? Indoor Air Quality Needs? Parker Has Answers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
al 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
al Pandemic Drives Era of Residential IAQ Awareness By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0400 The global pandemic caused many people to reevaluate how they had been living their lives, and when it came to life at home, indoor air quality (IAQ) became a top priority. Full Article
al UV-C an Optimal HVAC Option in Health Care Applications By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
al UV-C Technology Now the Standard in Today’s Health Care Facilities By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
al Trane to Adjust Prices on Residential HVAC Equipment By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 The residential division at Trane Technologies announced that some prices will go up by as much as 5% while others will decrease or remain unchanged. The adjustments take effect in January. Full Article
al WaterFurnace to Hike Prices of Commercial Equipment By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:05:00 -0500 The move is a reaction to rising refrigerant and overall logistical costs, and the increases will take effect Jan. 1, 2024, a press release from WaterFurnace said. Full Article
al 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
al 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
al Report: Commercial Contractor Confidence Nearly Doubled Since 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 Just 3% of commercial contractors were pessimistic about the upcoming year in 2024, compared to 22% in 2023. Full Article
al HVACR Press Fittings Provide Ideal Solution for Data Centers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:47:28 -0400 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. Full Article
al 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
al New Engineering Chief, National Sales Manager at Ritchie By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
al Consumer Intelligence Regarding Air Quality Elevates Humidification By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:29:00 -0400 "Baking the cost of a humidifier or dehumidifier into a full system offering is the trend today,” said Tom Ruse. Full Article
al 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
al Dehumidification Plays a Crucial Role in Cannabis Crop Production By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Grow rooms are a prominent example of the potential and the challenges of indoor agriculture. Full Article
al 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
al 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
al Dehumidification a Big Part of Indoor Air Quality Equation By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400 Homeowners are increasingly paying attention to improving their indoor air quality, and dehumidification is a big part of the IAQ equation. Full Article
al Dehumidifiers Provide a Solution to Residential, Commercial Indoor Air Quality Issues By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500 Following are several of the latest dehumidification products on the market, representing residential and industrial applications alike. Full Article
al Takeaways From Honeywell’s 2023 Healthy Buildings Survey By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Office workers across five markets have increased expectations when it comes to their building’s IAQ and carbon footprint and reported the responsibility falls directly on their employer or building manager. Full Article
al Moisture Solutions for Residential Heat Pumps By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400 To provide optimal comfort, contractors must not only reduce the temperature of the air, they must remove some of the humidity from the air as well. Full Article
al Ensuring Comfort and IAQ in Commercial Buildings and Schools During Summer By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 14 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
al Alleima: Compressor Valve Steel By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:44:50 -0400 The new material of the compressor valve steel Freeflex Versa contributes to designing smaller, more sustainable, and more energy efficient compressors for refrigerators, and freezers. Full Article
al Solatube International: Solar-Powered Attic Fan By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400 The combination of direct sun beating down on a home and lack of adequate ventilation can significantly raise the temperatures in a home’s attic, which can then transfer to the rest of the house. Full Article
al New METUS Product Monitors Commercial VRF Systems By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
al AireDale: Data Center By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 The Cooling System Optimizer is an intelligent controls layer that sits between product controls in chillers and CRAHs and below the site building management system (BMS). Full Article
al 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
al Titus: Duct Terminal Unit By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Ideal for airport terminals, schools, universities and offices, the ESV-VP features the same high-performance construction as the original Titus ESV. Full Article
al 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
al New Trane Commercial Products Focus on Decarbonization By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Trane has issued new and updated commercial products that the company says will further building decarbonization efforts and comply with refrigerant regulations. Full Article
al Kaiterra: Air Quality Monitor By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:30:32 -0400 The Sensedge Go monitors up to 14 indoor air quality and environmental parameters, providing comprehensive insights into all aspects of the built environment. Full Article
al JCI-Hitachi Brings Commercial VRF System to North America By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
al Hudson, Chemours Ink Deal on Reclaimed Refrigerants By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:46 -0400 Hudson will sell reclaimed refrigerants under the names Freon R-11, Freon R-12, Freon R-123, and Freon R-22, and use the Freon brand name in its marketing materials. Full Article
al Allied Air Prepares to Launch R-454B Products By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 11:15:00 -0400 Allied Air is set to launch an extensive range of equipment that uses the refrigerant R-454B, which has a GWP of 466, about 78% lower than that of R-410A. Full Article
al Nationwide Boiler Shop Earns National Board's Blessing By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400 The certification process involved a thorough review and rigorous evaluation of Nationwide Boiler’s welding procedure by a review team from the National Board. Full Article