NASRC has launched a workforce development program that focuses on recruitment, training, and retention, in order to combat the critical shortage of refrigeration technicians. 

Though getting enough people to work in the HVAC industry has been an issue for quite a while, women have been greatly underrepresented. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 2% of the HVAC workforce is women. Amy O’Grady from Women in HVACR talks about what needs to happen for more women to get into the HVAC industry.

Four marketing coaches share what makes an HVAC contractor stand out to potential customers.

The recent Women in HVACR conference offered sessions aimed at advancing attendees' knowledge on industry topics such as the refrigerant transition, as well as building their leadership skills.

With the election of Donald Trump to President of the United States, the HVAC industry is wondering how this will affect the Inflation Reduction Act incentives.

Homeowners likely won’t choose to replace unless it’s cheaper than the repair.

Low public awareness of incentives that can subsidize residential HVAC purchases means contractors have the opportunity to educate and position themselves as trusted advisors, marketing experts say.

BIM technology has proven to be highly expedient for several HVAC plans, especially in terms of cost efficiency, time optimization, and effective planning.

There is a new term making its way into the commercial controls arena: digital twin.

Siemens is working to expand their offerings to fit any building size, with any amount of complexity.

Whether you are thinking about exploring strategic alternatives for your business or simply want to take it to the next level, private equity investors and strategic buyers are looking for tech-enabled companies.

Johnson Controls acquired zero trust cybersecurity provider, Tempered Networks, based in Seattle, Washington.

Cochrane Supply & Engineering has been distributing Honeywell products since Cochrane was founded. Co-founder Don Cochrane Sr. got his start with Honeywell.

“Julie Petrone is an invaluable new partner in ASHB’s efforts to advance the smart technology industry,” said ASHB CEO Greg Walker.

The lab is designed to give students hands-on experience that will help them bridge the gap between classroom instruction and the needs of employers.

At the AHR Expo, manufacturers talked about what’s fueling their design of smart products and ensuring they are simpler, more integrated, and save energy and time.

Building automation systems can boost heating and cooling efficiency by more than 20%.

The expected surge in smart thermostat sales will have equipment manufacturers, many of whom have their own proprietary controls, competing with the well-known universal thermostat brands, such as Nest, Honeywell, and ecobee.

Dick Foster has been preaching the positives of zoning for years. As the owner of ZoneFirst, he has dedicated his life and career to this technology, and it has been a bit of an uphill battle.

From the start, the home’s development team at Legacy Custom Built Homes had big goals for the 6,600-square-foot, three-level home in terms of both efficiency and design aesthetic.

Contractors need to equip themselves to be ambassadors when it comes to zoning.

How many of standard HVAC sales include add-ons like a humidifier, air cleaner, HRV/ERV, UV lights, or zoning?

For residential HVAC contractors, smart homes are a fast-growing market that offers opportunity for profit.

Products are emerging that help simplify homeownership.

What is the best approach to providing a holistic smart home experience for consumers?

If zoning technology was available before the pandemic, why has it taken so long for it to become an option that homeowners now consider?

For years, ZoneFirst President Dick Foster has used the light-switches-in-the-home comparison while promoting the benefits of zoning. At their AHR Expo booth, they introduced a product that brought new meaning to that comparison.

At this year’s AHR Expo, Fujitsu presented the ways it can make the pandemic’s new way of living more comfortable.

For more HVAC contractors to sell zoning systems, they have to understand the benefits, challenges, know how to approach customers to even be able to sell it, and then comes the install.

With cost reduction, sustainability enablement, increased comfort and performance benefits, VRF systems allow commercial buildings to gain a competitive advantage by reducing their carbon footprint and providing custom comfort to occupants.

A recent survey shows homeowners are unfamiliar with what an HVAC heat pump can accomplish.

Only 4% of homeowners know modern heat pumps can heat down to -4°F. That’s a huge opportunity for HVAC contractors to step in and be the experts.

While the installation of heat pumps may seem to be slowing due to inflation and rising interest rates, coupled with a confusing rollout of federal funding, they are expected to pick up speed this year.

There are numerous factors for this trend, including energy efficiency, government incentives, and technology improvement. But HVAC contractors are still the boots on the ground in this electrification mission.

In this showcase, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest cooling equipment available for the upcoming summer season in order to help contractors distinguish between brands.

As people around the world prepare to celebrate Earth Day, it’s a good time to incorporate renewable energy solutions, like Thermal Energy Networks (TENs), into the ongoing conversation.

Experts discuss some of the issues that arise when selling and installing heat pumps in climates where the primary need is for cooling and not heating.

Quilt, a newly launched company, has introduced a ductless heat pump that they say simplifies the installation and rebate process, while offering transparent pricing.

To meet the ambitious environmental goals being proposed at all levels of government, residential air-to-water heat pumps are emerging as a transformative solution to lower carbon emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce utility bills.

All-electric options have come a long way since their inception, and there’s never been a better time to get on board.

Every year, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment that is available for the upcoming winter season.

Any furnace with induced draft combustion may occasionally exhibit unburned gas odor near the furnace in the off cycle.

Every year, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment that is available for the upcoming winter season.

If contractors in colder climates focus on educating their customers on what new higher-efficiency furnaces bring to the table, often times the furnaces will sell themselves.

Cold climate heat pumps were on full display on the AHR show floor and manufacturers were eager to share their progress reports in the Department of Energy’s CCHP Challenge.

BlocPower, a climate technology company focused on greening America's buildings, announced a fundraising round of $150 million, including more than $24 million of Series B corporate equity led by VoLo Earth Ventures and $130 million of debt financing led by Goldman Sachs.

Throughout March, voters will help the staff at Peterman Brothers select four charity partner organizations for 2023.

Manufacturers will have five years, from the date the rule is published in the Federal Register, to ensure that new gas furnaces comply with the new minimum.

The residential heating showcase is designed to help HVAC contractors learn about the new heating equipment that is available for the upcoming cooler months.

The latest rule will require every mobile home gas furnace — and every new residential, non-weatherized gas furnace — to have a minimum annual fuel utilization efficiency (or AFUE) of 95% starting in late 2028.