NATE, which offers testing and certifications in more than a dozen HVACR specialties, is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
Measuring Home Energy Use
On Earth Day 2022, more homeowners appear to be thinking globally and acting locally when it comes to home energy consumption, much of which is claimed by HVAC systems.
Major HVAC Distributor Marks Success, Challenges
Representatives of one of the country’s major HVAC wholesalers gathered recently to celebrate their successes and discuss the industry landscape at the Winsupply Inc. biennial conference and vendor showcase in mid-March.
Indoor Air Quality a Hot Topic at NADCA Conference
The National Air Duct Cleaners Association recently drew more than 500 people to a resort near Denver for its annual meeting and exposition.
Trade Groups Split on Infrastructure Order
With the $1.2 trillion federal Investment and Jobs Act now on the books, a fight is brewing over the Biden Administration’s push to have the workers who are employed on the infrastructure plan’s biggest projects represented by labor unions.
Expired Tax Credits Expected to be Renewed
Federal tax credits designed to encourage energy-efficiency measures by homeowners and home builders expired at the end of 2021 but are expected to be revived later this year — and made retroactive.
Duct Cleaning a Good Fit for HVAC Pros
A move into duct-cleaning work is natural for HVAC contractors looking to expand their repertoire and add another source of revenue.
Breathing Easy: EPA Issues Indoor Air Quality Challenge
The U.S. EPA has issued its “Clean Air in Buildings Challenge,” guidelines intended to help building owners and managers improve the quality of the air inside the buildings they operate.
Feds to Step Up Indoor Air Quality Efforts
The White House’s IAQ initiative was broadly outlined in its 97-page National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan.
Planning for HVACR Market Consolidation
Barely a week goes by that doesn’t bring news that an HVACR company has been purchased.
Distributors Find Opportunities in Challenges
Amid all the challenges of the past years, distributors found out in 2020 and 2021 what they and their teams are made of, with many rising to the occasion to meet those challenges and more.
Meet The Wholesaler: John Dugan
John Dugan brings HVACR experience, a background in software, and a strong sense of purpose to Liberty Supply, a Minneapolis-based distributor focused on the commercial market.
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.
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.
Resideo Brings Artificial Intelligence to HVAC
Resideo Technologies Inc. is applying artificial intelligence to the world of HVAC. The Honeywell spinoff is touting two data-dependent products in its new Pro-IQ line.
METUS Looks to Increase Electrification
Electrification was the big theme on the residential side of the Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC U.S. booth at the AHR Expo.
MARS Revisits Innovations, Finds New Ones
HVACR innovations present and past characterized the MARS booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.
Lennox: ‘Overwhelming Response’ to New RTU
A Model L rooftop unit was the dominant display at the Lennox International booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.
Friedrich Tackles HVAC One Room at a Time
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. is relying on its long history of room-by-room solutions to tackle the latest challenges in HVAC.
Fieldpiece Puts Techs First
Fieldpiece Instruments Inc. put technicians at the forefront during the recent AHR Expo.