w Terravis Energy Testing New Heat Pump Prototype By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 Terravis executes detailed tests that monitor the heat pump's performance across 12 ambient temperature points, from 14°F to -31°F. Full Article
w Johnson Controls CEO Stepping Down By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 JCI has hired an executive search firm to help evaluate both internal and external candidates in an effort to find a replacement for its current CEO, who has announced his plans to retire from that position. Full Article
w Pair HVAC with Lighting Controls to Level Up Energy Savings By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Record heat waves are driving up energy costs, but what can the HVAC industry do to mitigate some of those expenses? Full Article
w 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
w Midea Showcases Heat Pump Innovation at 2024 ENERGY STAR Products Partner Meeting By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 At a national gathering of energy efficiency leaders, Midea introduced its newest heat pump technologies and took part in important discussions on accelerating the adoption of sustainable HVAC solutions across the U.S. Full Article
w MARS Revisits Innovations, Finds New Ones By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 HVACR innovations present and past characterized the MARS booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas. Full Article
w 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
w The A-B-C-D of HVAC for Indoor Cannabis Growing Facilities By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0400 A big part of the growth cycle of the cannabis plant is deeply rooted in the ability of the plant to absorb and rid itself of water vapor, so we now add a D to HVAC for dehumidification. Full Article
w NREL Discovers Humidity Is Why A/C Units Consume So Much Energy By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400 Colorado researchers found that on average, more than half of the energy consumed by residential air conditioners deals with the humidity on a hot day. Full Article
w Will Humidification Stay ‘Hot’? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400 Whether it be a single-family household, school, or even a grocery store, all of those spaces need clean, high-quality air — which humidification plays a role in. Full Article
w Humidification and Dehumidification Bring Wellness and Comfort By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sat, 11 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500 Comfortable, clean air. That’s what end users on both the residential and commercial sides are looking for in the aftermath of the pandemic. Full Article
w 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
w Precise Grow Environments From Precise HVAC Tech By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Smarter HVAC equipment in indoor agriculture benefits both the technician and the grower, and the most-precise is yet to come. Full Article
w Hot New Cooling Technologies By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 The decarbonization trend has spurred the development of new cooling equipment technologies that often use humidity control to increase efficiency and reduce emissions. Full Article
w How a Bypass Humidifier Works By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Getting a humidification system dialed in is crucial if customers want to reap all the benefits they have to offer. Full Article
w Selling Whole-Home Humidification By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Between health benefits, energy savings, and overall improved air quality, whole-home humidification systems are an easy sell for contractors. Full Article
w Aiding High Humidity Levels With a Secondary Dehumidification System By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 For contractors in humid climates, a lot of the comfort they provide is through being able to control humidity levels, which can be aided by adding a secondary dehumidification system. Full Article
w Tourists Are Demanding Cleaner Air, So What Can the HVAC Industry Do To Help Hotels? By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 More and more travelers are ranking air quality as an important factor when deciding where to stay — here’s how the HVAC industry can help tip the scales for hotels. Full Article
w A.O. Smith: Heat Pump Water Heater By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:00:12 -0400 The Voltex MAX hybrid electric heat pump water heater uses a new smart valve to deliver maximum hot water while the heat pump technology provides maximum savings. Full Article
w New Zonefirst System Integrates Lighting, Climate Control By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 With Zonefirst's Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss system enables homeowners to manage both lighting and temperature settings through an app. Full Article
w 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
w WaterFurnace: Heat Pump Chiller By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Featuring a variable speed compressor with WaterFurnace’s OptiHeat technology, the TruClimate 900 Heat Pump Chiller can operate as a hot water or chiller water system or a simultaneous heating and cooling source. Full Article
w 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
w Zonefirst: App-Based Combination Light Switch and Thermostat By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Utilizing the company’s Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss Zoning System, a new home climate control system, enables homeowners to easily manage both lighting and temperature settings through a single, user-friendly app, allowing for customized comfort in every zone. Full Article
w 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
w McDonnell & Miller: Low Water Cutoff Device By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:06:49 -0400 The boilerwize FPC-1000 is the first-ever field configurable low water cutoff device. Its patented technology monitors water level condition, ensures protection and safety for steam and hot water systems. Full Article
w Noritz: Water Heater By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 The Hybrid Hot Series merges the benefits of storage in a standard tank water heater with the efficiency of tankless into one unit. Full Article
w EPA Highlights Cities With the Most Energy Star Buildings By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Energy Star-certified buildings use an average of 35% less energy and are responsible for 35% less carbon dioxide emissions than typical buildings. Full Article
w Armstrong Breaks Ground For New Manufacturing Facility By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400 The heat pumps Armstrong plans to make at the new facility in Three Rivers, Michigan, will particularly benefit manufacturers in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, paper, and personal care products industries, the company said. Full Article
w 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
w AprilAire Parent Company Purchases EWC Controls By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:15:21 -0400 Through the acquisition, RCP aims to “take the No. 1 position in zoning.” Full Article
w Airzone Partners with Samsung's SmartThings System By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Jul 2024 16:50:00 -0400 The collaboration between Airzone and Samsung will make it possible to connect HVAC units from any leading manufacturer to Samsung's SmartThings platform. Full Article
w Webco Industries Dedicates New Campus, Tech Center By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:10:00 -0400 The Tech Center offers space for cross-team collaborative work and a view of the Arkansas River with downtown Tulsa in the distance. Full Article
w ACCA Opens Nominations for its 2025 Awards Program By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400 ACCA's annual awards recognize outstanding achievements in the HVACR industry, and the program is widely recognized as a celebration of the best of the best. Full Article
w Trane Charlotte Plant Marks Workplace Safety Milestone By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Trane Charlotte employees achieved 3 million work hours, or approximately ten years, without a workday lost due to a work-related injury or illness. Full Article
w 'Great Team' Hosts Ridgid Experience for Trades Workers By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 The Ridgid Experience, the brand’s signature event, gives select trades workers an all-expenses-paid, three-day trip that features hands-on factory experiences, fun, and camaraderie, a press release from Ridgid said. Full Article
w ECM Partners With Arizona Commercial HVAC Contractor By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:20:00 -0400 ECM Technologies' ThermaClear conquers oil fouling by clearing the coil system from the inside, removing the oil barrier and super-lubricating the compressor. Full Article
w Report Forecasts Growth for Building Automation Market By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 13:15:00 -0400 A study from The Insight Partners projects the value of the global building automation market will move from $76.75 billion last year to more than $167 billion by 2031. Full Article
w Survey Shows U.S. Executives Prioritize Sustainability, Decarbonization By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:20:00 -0400 The survey, which included responses from over 200 CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs across various industries in July 2024, also highlighted the impact of government incentives on sustainability plans. Full Article
w New Milwaukee Tool Mississippi Factory is its Largest in U.S. By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 The new Milwaukee Tool factory in Grenada County, Mississippi, will employ more than 800 people and is Milwaukee’s eighth location in Mississippi. It is also the company’s largest manufacturing facility in the U.S. Full Article
w While on the Job, a Quick-Thinking Tech Saves Customer By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 18:00:06 -0400 Cameron Lowe was on a routine system checkup when his customer, David Killian, was stricken. "I was just gone. My heart had stopped," Killian recalled. A dispatcher talked Lowe through cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and together they kept Killian alive. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - September 4, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - September 18, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - October 9, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - October 23, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 6, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0500 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 20, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - December 4, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - December 18, 2023 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article
w FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - January 8, 2024 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week. Full Article