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Powers, a Watts brand: Digital Mixing Valve

Now available in new 1.5- and 2-inch sizes, this smart mixing valve connects through the building automation system (BAS).




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Vertiflo Pump Co.: Centrifugal Pumps

With easy access to the impeller and case to remove debris, this product has an oversized, tapered bore and a self-flushing seal chamber.




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Warren Controls: Control Valves

This upgraded version of its AmurAct is designed for 1.5 million cycles and can withstand ambient temperatures up to 140°F.




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Webstone, a Nibco brand: Service Valve Kits

Designed for tankless water heaters with integrated PRV and/or drain ports, this valve kit isolates the unit for servicing.




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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 Beneficial Properties of Small Diameter Copper Tube for Heat Exchangers

Manufacturers are designing a new generation of heat exchangers with more advantages over present designs.




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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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HVAC Worker Dies in Elevator Shaft Fall

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has taken the helm of an investigation since it was a workplace fatality.




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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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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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Project Files: Episode 42 — Amalie Arena IAQ Update

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.




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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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RGF Global Campaign Encourages IAQ Awareness

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.




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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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General Filters Presents Soaring Eagle Award to Mid-Atlantic Sales

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.




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Pandemic Drives Era of Residential IAQ Awareness

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.




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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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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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Trane to Adjust Prices on Residential HVAC Equipment

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.




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WaterFurnace to Hike Prices of Commercial Equipment

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.




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Lennox to Increase Prices on Residential Equipment

Lennox Industries plans to increase prices on residential equipment and accessories by up to 10% beginning Monday, Feb. 5.





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Allied Air Announces Price Increases

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%.




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Report: Commercial Contractor Confidence Nearly Doubled Since 2023

Just 3% of commercial contractors were pessimistic about the upcoming year in 2024, compared to 22% in 2023.




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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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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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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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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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Humidifier Sales See Boost as Consumers Seek Better Health, Comfort

Homeowners are seeking solutions to improve comfort and IAQ. One device that does both is the humidifier.




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Dehumidification Plays a Crucial Role in Cannabis Crop Production

Grow rooms are a prominent example of the potential and the challenges of indoor agriculture.




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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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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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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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Takeaways From Honeywell’s 2023 Healthy Buildings Survey

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.




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Moisture Solutions for Residential Heat Pumps

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.




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Ensuring Comfort and IAQ in Commercial Buildings and Schools During Summer

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.




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Alleima: Compressor Valve Steel

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.




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Solatube International: Solar-Powered Attic Fan

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.




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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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AireDale: Data Center

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). 




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RectorSeal: Drain Cleaner

ClearDrain PVC effectively eliminates major contributors to clogged HVAC/R condensate drains.




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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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Allied Air Enterprises: Gas Furnace

Allied Air Enterprises announces the new 97G2E Two-Stage Constant Torque Gas Furnace with 97% AFUE Efficiency under the Concord and Ducane brands. 




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New Trane Commercial Products Focus on Decarbonization

Trane has issued new and updated commercial products that the company says will further building decarbonization efforts and comply with refrigerant regulations.




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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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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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Hudson, Chemours Ink Deal on Reclaimed Refrigerants

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.




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Allied Air Prepares to Launch R-454B Products

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.




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Nationwide Boiler Shop Earns National Board's Blessing

The certification process involved a thorough review and rigorous evaluation of Nationwide Boiler’s welding procedure by a review team from the National Board.