k Turbocor Marks 10 Years as a Danfoss Company By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:00:23 -0500 More than 130,000 Danfoss Turbocor compressors have been installed around the world. Full Article
k Daikin Creates a Healthier Learning Environment for Students By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Apr 2019 07:30:00 -0400 Overby-Sheppard Elementary needed more than an HVAC upgrade, but with tight budgets and minimal state funding, it didn’t seem likely. Full Article
k HVAC Marketing Tips for 2019 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0400 These simple HVAC marketing tips will strengthen your position in your local community. Full Article
k How Trucks Are Treated in an HVAC Sale By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 04:02:00 -0500 Most HVAC company deals are asset sales. As the name suggests, it’s a purchase of company assets including inventory, tooling, and company trucks. Full Article
k Who Are the Likely Buyers of Your HVAC Business? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 04:01:00 -0500 The question of who is going to buy your business can be just as important as the cash for the sale itself. Full Article
k How Growth From HVAC Companies Could Put Them at Risk of Ransomware Attacks By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 As the size – and profits – of these companies continues to grow, they are likely to come under increasing levels of cyberattack. Full Article
k Honeywell Helps Boost Boston Subcontractors for Energy-Saving Work By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Aug 2023 11:45:00 -0400 The initiative will also support Honeywell Energy Solutions Group’s existing multi-phase Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) program with Boston as part of the Renew Boston Trust program to help achieve energy and carbon reductions in city-owned historic buildings. Full Article
k Homegrown Training Academies Help HVAC Contractors Fill the Workforce Gap By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Contractor-run training facilities allow company leaders to tailor the curriculum to meet their employment needs. Full Article
k Closing the Skilled Trades Gap By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 When it comes to training technicians, numerous HVAC contractors have elected to create their own academies, granting them the opportunity to equip technicians with the skills and knowledge that best fit their service models. Full Article
k Rheem Opens Innovation Learning Center in Arkansas By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:30:00 -0400 Rheem's new Innovation Learning Center is a $5 million facility designed to meet the training needs of specialists in Rheem's air-conditioning and water-heating divisions. Full Article
k The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVACR Education By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Ferris State professor Eric Quilitzsch is a guest on the podcast to let us know what is new in the HVACR education segment of the industry. Full Article
k Trade Groups Report Productive Meetings with Washington Lawmakers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The AHRI’s 2024 Policy Symposium brought more than 200 members, along with AHRI staffers and others in HVAC, to Washington for the lobbying effort, plus panel discussions, keynote speeches, and networking. Full Article
k Loophole May Undercut Biden Proposal to Protect Workers From Heat By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400 As extreme heat becomes more common, more of a spotlight is being put on worker safety, and a new app may be able to help. Full Article
k The IRA’s Incentives at 2-Year Mark By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 Those in favor of the Inflation Reduction Act’s incentives for residential building decarbonization say the numbers show they’re working, but critics fear the program is flawed. Full Article
k EPA Sees Uptick in HFC Reclamation By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400 EPA recently reported an increase in the total volume of HFCs reclaimed in 2023 compared to 2022. Full Article
k New York’s Got IRA Funds. What’s That Mean for Heat Pumps? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The IRA is driving heat pump sales in New York, and there are a few things lessons contractors in other states can learn from the success. Full Article
k Apples to Apples: AHRI Talks Motors and Drives Certification By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2019 07:27:00 -0500 For HVAC pros interested in motors and drives, Tuesday afternoon at this year’s AHR Expo in Atlanta featured a good chance to give the feet a rest and focus on the mind for a while. Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) presented a three-phase session called VFDs: Method of Laboratory Test and a Case Study. Full Article
k Control Techniques: Bypass Packages By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:14:00 -0400 This package has an intuitive operator touchscreen to access the HVAC H300 VFD and bypass setup options. It also displays complete system status information. Full Article
k Franklin Control Systems: Variable Frequency Drive By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2019 03:58:00 -0400 Now available up to 40 hp, this product has a smartphone interface and comes in stand-alone, disconnect, and bypass versions. Full Article
k Behind the Scenes: A Look at Regal Rexnord’s All-Electric Innovations By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 To serve customers who want to decarbonize and become more efficient, the folks at Regal Rexnord are leveraging new technology to meet new standards. Full Article
k Cash, Check, or Credit for Now, But Future HVAC Payments Are Going Mobile By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 07:32:00 -0400 Contractors discuss the various payment options for customers. Full Article
k Daley PWS Offers IP Targeting Marketing for HVAC Companies By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Nov 2018 12:00:00 -0500 Through patented technologies, advertisers can precisely target households online using banner ads, display ads, and video. Full Article
k ServiceTitan Named One of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2019 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2019 12:00:00 -0400 “Our goal is to make every Titan better, smarter, and faster in all the areas they are passionate about” Full Article
k iMarket Solutions Appears on the Inc. 5000 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 10:30:00 -0400 Inc. magazine revealed that iMarket Solutions is No. 4987 on its annual Inc. 5000 list. Full Article
k Institutional Demand Drives Construction Index to Highest Mark Since 2007 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2015 13:30:00 -0400 Paced by continued demand for projects such as new education and health care facilities, public safety, and government buildings, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) increased in June following fluctuations earlier this year. Full Article
k DOE Seeks Information on Design and Construction of High-Performance Tenant Spaces By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Aug 2015 07:30:00 -0400 The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Building Technologies Office has released a request for information seeking stakeholder input on the design and construction of tenant spaces that achieve high levels of energy efficiency in commercial buildings. Full Article
k Structural Thermal Breaks to Ensure Energy Efficiency for Boston’s Millennium Tower By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Aug 2015 09:30:00 -0400 The Millennium Tower, a luxurious condo-and-retailer tower in Boston, will incorporate Schöck Isokorb® structural thermal breaks in the terraces at the penthouse levels to ensure thermal comfort in the city’s tallest and most expensive residential building. Full Article
k Construction Market to Grow $8 Trillion by 2030, Driven by China, US, and India By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Dec 2015 07:15:00 -0500 A new report, “Global Construction 2030,” forecasts that the volume of construction output will grow by 85 percent to $15.5 trillion worldwide by 2030, with three countries — China, the U.S., and India — leading the way and accounting for 57 percent of all global growth. Full Article
k HVAC Market Growing Steadily at 7% CAGR to 2020 as Construction Booms By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Dec 2015 07:31:00 -0500 The global HVAC market is forecast to grow steadily at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7 percent from 2016 to 2020, according to a new report available from ReportsnReports. Rapid growth in the construction and real estate markets worldwide is having a positive impact on the HVAC market. Full Article
k Report Cites Four Factors Driving the Global HVAC Market By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Mar 2016 07:31:00 -0400 The global HVAC market is forecast to post a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of close to 7 percent by 2020, according to the latest report from Technavio. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the HVAC market from 2016 to 2020. Full Article
k ABC and Autodesk Sign Strategic Partnership Deal By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2016 07:15:00 -0400 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and Autodesk, a leading global 3D design and engineering software company, have announced a strategic partnership to enable construction professionals to work smarter by harnessing digital solutions to increase productivity, reduce redundancy, and eliminate waste. Full Article
k Increase in Data Center Construction to Augment Precision Air Conditioning Market By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2016 07:15:00 -0400 The global data center precision air conditioning market is expected to record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 10 percent to 2020, according to the latest market research report by Technavio. Full Article
k ExakTime Receives Patent for Wireless Field Time Clock By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:15:00 -0400 ExakTime’s wireless field time clock has been awarded a patent for its unique method of tracking, storing, and sending employee time records from the field to the office automatically via a cellular communication network. Full Article
k HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Market Perspectives — Summer 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Contractors focused primarily on service, maintenance, and repair should continue to see steady, healthy growth, even in a slowing economic environment. Full Article
k New Refrigerants are (Almost) Here - What You Need to Know By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 Home builders need to begin preparing for the big refrigerant shift that is quickly approaching. Full Article
k Air Movement Technologies, Regulations Shape Market Trends By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2019 07:27:00 -0400 Current trends are pointing toward unprecedented technological advances in the air movement sector. Full Article
k Greenheck: HVLS Fan By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 07:25:00 -0400 These two products were added to the high-volume low-speed (HVLS) fans line. Full Article
k Greenheck: Commercial Exhaust Fan By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Dec 2019 04:01:00 -0500 This commercial product’s constant CFM EC motor technology ensures performance set points resulting in improved IAQ. Full Article
k Motor, Drive Selection Key to Future HVAC Fan Efficiency Standards By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500 HVAC industry members are debating how the DOE’s new rules — the first-ever for commercial and industrial fans — will impact their operations. Full Article
k The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVAC Contractors and the HVLS Market By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500 Back in December, The ACHR NEWS toured the Big Ass Fans facility in Lexington, Kentucky. While we were there we had the opportunity to tour the company’s facility and with its research and development center, and chat with general manager of industrial business lines, Andrew Koukis for the latest episode of the NEWSMakers podcast. Full Article
k Efficiency, Comfort Propel the Condensing Unit Market Forward By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jun 2018 07:31:00 -0400 Thanks to the prevalent use of online search engines like Google, consumers everywhere are becoming more educated on the products they buy, and HVAC systems are no exception. Full Article
k York Mission Critical AHUs Enhance Efficiency, Reliability in Data Centers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 07:00:00 -0400 The York® Mission Critical Direct Evaporative Cooling (DEC) Air Handling Units (AHUs) from Johnson Controls Inc. are designed to meet data centers’ specific needs. Full Article
k York: Outdoor Air Handler By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 07:29:00 -0400 This product includes a zero-penetration roof backed by the Endura10R™ 10-year roof warranty. Full Article
k Project Files: Episode 21 — University of Arkansas Rec Building By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 18:28:00 -0400 When your campus is home to 27,000 students, indoor air quality is of the utmost importance. Full Article
k Unico Makes High Efficiency EC Motors Standard for All Blower Models By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 20 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400 Unico Inc. announced it is making highly efficient EC motors standard for all blower models within its modular air handling units. Full Article
k Fieldpiece Instruments Opens UK Office for Sales and Customer Service By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400 Fieldpiece Instruments opened a U.K. office to add to its European operation and to provide sales and customer service in the United Kingdom. Full Article
k Kulthorn: Replacement Parts By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0400 These products cover a wide variety of refrigerants as well as residential a/c and refrigeration applications. Full Article
k Checklists Can Help Determine What Is Causing the Problem in a Refrigeration System By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0400 There are several reasons why the compressor discharge temperature of a refrigeration system can be high when the condensing temperature is not, and a checklist can help a technician figure out the root problem. Full Article
k Efficiency on the Rocks By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Jul 2016 06:33:00 -0400 The most commonly heard three-letter term in the ice machine business used to be “ice.” Now, it has been joined by “EPA” and “DOE,” which both are garnering as much attention as the actual end products. Full Article
k Refrigeration and Ice Machine Markets Boast Cool Innovations By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jul 2017 07:30:00 -0400 This year’s Dealer Design Awards gold winning product in the Refrigeration and Ice Machine category is the Quantum Air™ Remote Air Cooled Condenser from Heat Transfer Products Group Inc. Full Article