New report finds that GHGs can be reduced significantly through the use of reclaimed refrigerant versus producing and using newly manufactured virgin refrigerant. 

A new technology has been developed that can decompose refrigerants, using a catalyst made from industrial waste called “red mud.'’ 

New cooling technologies that promise to revolutionize the way climate control is approached are emerging in the HVACR industry.

Uponor North America (Uponor) has been named the 2018 Minnesota Manufacturer of the Year in the large-company category by the Manufacturers Alliance. This is the first time in the association’s history they have honored a company twice.

The EERS required Indiana’s electric utilities to cut energy delivery by an average of 2 percent annually, as well as providing home energy assessments, low-income weatherization, and efficiency rebates for businesses, homeowners, and schools. In 2014, Indiana legislature passed SEA 340 to cancel the EERS. Then Gov. Mike Pence did not veto or sign the bill, so it became law, and Indiana became the first state to repeal its energy efficiency standard.

A living wall biofilter is an active filter system that removes contaminants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from indoor air.

Seven of the new full-time employees hired to start up operations previously worked at the VISE-GRIP factory. Malco plans to add jobs as production increases.

Little by little, a compressor’s lubricating oil will eventually escape the compressor’s crankcase and enter the system’s tubing.

Compressor manufacturers have been improving the products on multiple fronts in recent months.

Have 166 years of small improvements and occasional leaps in chemistry taken us to the limit of what compressors can do?

Airflow is one of the leading causes of failure for compressors.

Learning how to troubleshoot a system that is experiencing leaky valves or worn rings can be challenging, so technicians need to take careful measurements in order to isolate the problem.

Ross B. Shuster, CEO, Copeland, discusses Blackstone’s investment into the company, how the transaction will impact the company’s HVAC offerings, and more.

More than 130,000 Danfoss Turbocor compressors have been installed around the world.

End users are looking for low-GWP solutions, and compressor manufacturers displayed their options at the AHR Expo.

The move to A2L refrigerants means compressors in new a/c and heat pump systems will have different features than older models. Three compressor manufacturers say they’re prepared.

Read this white paper to learn more about why variable-speed compressors are the best solution for heat pump applications.

As contractors, we wonder constantly: From quote to quote, why did we win this job but lose that one?

In the quest to build more sustainably, organizations have set forth a variety of standards to realize high-performance green buildings.

To realize high-performance green buildings, the place to start is improving HVAC – centering on ventilation/efficiency.

Most HVAC company deals are asset sales. As the name suggests, it’s a purchase of company assets including inventory, tooling, and company trucks.

There has been debate on the transition from traditional a/c units to the smaller ones, or to find other worthy alternatives.

Leverage the business resources available to you as a contractor, and one of those resources is your distributor’s territory manager.

Starting an HVAC service business requires thorough planning. After a while, more problems and challenges pop up one after the other.

As the size – and profits – of these companies continues to grow, they are likely to come under increasing levels of cyberattack.

This is a once-in-lifetime opportunity where leadership becomes a precious commodity.

With finite resources, operators everywhere should be spending smartly to enhance the “green” sustainability of their operation.

How to safely wire the motors, what to know about the wire colors, and more.

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.

Business Uncensored partnered with Service World Expo to provide a joint event for contractors pursuing excellence in their local markets.

Providing accessible and effective virtual HVACR education in Spanish is a significant step toward meeting the growing demand for skilled technicians, HVACRedu.net said.

HVAC contractors have to focus on recruiting and retaining technicians by focusing efforts on learning and then providing what the current workforce is looking for.

With multiple methods offering their own unique advantages, it’s important to be familiarized with the relevant radiant installation method to ensure a job well done.

NASRC to offer free training event for refrigeration technicians in Pittsburgh who want to learn more about natural refrigerants, such as CO₂ and propane.

NASRC will offer free comprehensive CO₂ and propane refrigeration training at its Natural Refrigerant Training Summit.

Passion for the HVAC trades are still alive and well, the challenge is encouraging the next generation to come forward.

New York grocers are calling on the state to pause its HFC standard, noting that the proposed regulations would have devastating impacts on the retail food industry.

The federal government has become much more involved in the HVAC industry. How will the 2024 election affect this trend?

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced a final rule that focuses on reducing HFC leaks and maximizing refrigerant reclamation.

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.

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.

Location isn’t everything, but it helps. Just ask homeowners selling their property, or restaurant owners. In the HVAC world, it also rings true for some motors and drives and the professionals who work with them. That includes contractors, even if maybe not in the way that one would expect. Some current and next-gen drives will make location matter in a new way: Contractors can spend more time further away from the equipment itself.

Regal Beloit Corp. has become an expert in FER compliance by redesigning its products to meet the new standards, including the Genteq^® Ensite^® motor, DEC Star^® blower assemblies, and a new electronically commutated motor (ECM) to provide FER compliance for entry-level fans. These products were on display at the 2019 AHR Expo.

In HVAC, we rarely need to have a deep understanding of electrical design. But there are a few cases where a little understanding can go a long way in identifying issues before they cause trouble, and that is the intent of this short article.

This low-voltage, slim-type inverter series was designed for energy savings and optimal control of fan and pump applications.

Overly Hautz Co. announced that the U.S. Patent Office has issued US Patent 9,973,056, entitled “Motor Mounting Assembly and Method of Manufacture.”

Now available up to 40 hp, this product has a smartphone interface and comes in stand-alone, disconnect, and bypass versions.

A few months on the other side of the summer’s FER implementation, we check-in with aftermarket motor veterans and a furnace manufacturer.

PSC motors can be referred to as constant speed motors; X13 ECMs can be referred to as constant torque motors; and ECM 2.3 variable-speed motors can be referred to as constant airflow motors.

In this white paper, you will find some real-world definitions of many of the confusing terms thrown around in VFD manuals and technical articles.