Johnson Controls completed a major $7.5 million investment into new automation equipment at its commercial HVAC manufacturing plant in Norman, Oklahoma
Celebrate World Refrigeration Day On June 26
The United Nations Environment Program OzonAction, Chefs4thePlanet, and Global Food Cold Chain Council are partnering to explain cooling’s essential role in protecting human health and the planet.
HVAC Contractors Deal with Rising Crime Rates
Crime is a growing problem in many parts of the country, and it’s affecting HVAC contractors. Thieves are stealing tools out of work trucks, along with the catalytic convertors — and in some cases, they are stealing the trucks. Thieves are also targeting the copper and other metals inside of HVAC units, and sometimes even […]
Warming Up Ice Cream Freezers To Reduce Energy Use
Unilever is launching two pilots to trial warmer ice cream freezer cabinets with an aim of reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 20% to 30% per freezer.
May 30, 2022 NEWSRoom: DOE Standards, Tesla HVAC System, HARDI Conference, NATE Anniversary
Catch up on the latest headlines in this episode of the ACHR Newsroom.
HVAC Labor Management: Callbacks and Inventory Management
Here are some specific ideas for metrics and areas of an HVAC business that can inform its success — or lack thereof.
Navigating A Summer of Electricity Uncertainty
There’s nothing better than a comfortable, air conditioned home during summer. Unfortunately, that may be in jeopardy, as electric grid operators around the country warn of possible shortages.
DriSteem Appoints New Director of Operations
DriSteem Corporation announced that Andy Erdmann has joined DriSteem as director of operations.
New Standard Allows Higher A3 Charge In A/C
A new standard allows higher charge limits for hydrocarbons such as propane (R-290) and other flammable refrigerants in household technology.
Midwest Technical Institute Granted HVAC Excellence Accreditation
HVAC Excellence announced that the HVACR training program at Midwest Technical Institute in Springfield, Illinois has been granted accreditation.
HVAC Manufacturers to Exit Russian Market
A number of HVAC manufacturers had joined the international effort to pressure Russia via economic sanctions. Three months later, two have decided to quit the country completely.
WaterFurnace International Holds Commercial National Sales Meeting
WaterFurnace International highlighted how it’s working to redefine the commercial HVAC market at its recent Commercial National Sales Meeting.
Carrier Announces HVAC Price Increase
Carrier announced a price increase of up to 12% on North American light commercial, commercial applied products and controls.
A ‘Gray Tsunami’ Is Hitting the HVACR Industry
The labor shortage is hitting the HVACR industry hard, leading some contractors to look for ways to hang on to their older technicians.
Strikepoint Group Holdings Acquires Pinellas Comfort Systems
Strikepoint Group Holdings announced it has expanded its presence in the Tampa market through the recent acquisition of Pinellas Comfort Systems.
ServiceTitan Expands Executive Team
ServiceTitan welcomed Olive Huang as general counsel and secretary of the board, and Doug Myers as senior vice president of operations.
Balancing the Residential and Commercial Markets
In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Allison Lange and Jason Zapalac of Shafer Services Plus, a San Antonio-based HVAC contractor.
Emerson’s GO Real-time 4G/5G Tracker Selected as a Top Innovative Product of 2022
Emerson announced that the new GO real-time 4G/5G tracker was selected as one of the Top Innovative Products of 2022 at the THAIFEX Anuga Asia trade show.
Pregnant Employees and Employer Obligations
While sexual harassment and gender equity issues often garner more attention, how to accommodate a pregnant employee who may have work limitations continues to vex employers.
Refrigerated Solutions Group Announces New COO
Refrigerated Solutions Group recently appointed Brian Casserilla as chief operations officer, effective May 23, 2022.