HARDI released its monthly TRENDS report, showing the average sales performance by HARDI distributors was an increase of 35.1% during November 2021.
Emerging Leaders: 2022 is the year to start
Within the American Supply Association, the Emerging Leaders division offers up-and-coming professionals in the industry the ability to network with their peers from around the country as well as educational benefits to help them grow in their careers. Considered the leaders of tomorrow, it is paramount to the success of the industry that this group […]
APR Supply Co. Celebrate Centennial Year
APR Supply Co. announced that 2022 marks their 100th year of business.
ACCA Mourns the Loss of Jack Rise
ACCA shared the passing of Jack Rise, ACCA educational program instructor and ACCA Now contributor.
Original Equipment Manufacturers Developing Heat Pumps for Cold Climates
To enforce the transition away from using fossil fuels for space heating purposes, many cities across the U.S. have proposed or enacted regulations that would ban the use of fossil fuels in new homes and buildings.
AprilAire Launches Radon Testing and Mitigation Services for National Radon Action Month
AprilAire, a provider of IAQ solutions and systems, launched radon services available to homeowners nationwide in January 2022, deemed National Radon Action Month by the EPA.
Troubleshooting Pressure Transducers
As more refrigeration systems incorporate electronic controls into their design, it is important for technicians to be able to troubleshoot these electronic devices, such as the pressure transducer.
New ‘Jelly Ice Cube’ Could Transform Cold Storage
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have developed a new type of cooling cube that could revolutionize how food is kept cold and shipped fresh without relying on ice or traditional cooling packs.
AHR Ready to Welcome Back HVAC Industry After Year Off
Exhibitors and organizers are excited to welcome thousands of HVAC contractors and other industry personnel to the Las Vegas Convention Center after a yearlong halt of the AHR Expo.
ASA distributor members continue to report robust sales gains
ASA’s monthly sales report shows November 2021 results that reflect another month of robust performance compared to the same month a year ago. The year-to-date and trailing 12-month figures remained strong when compared against 2020, a year that had multiple weeks, if not months of closures or partial closures, ASA business intelligence partner Industry Insights, […]
Manhattan Mechanical Services Awarded TRMA Gold Award
Manhattan Mechanical Services was awarded the Three Rivers Manufacturers’ Association (TRMA) Gold Award for a second consecutive year.
EPA’s Cylinder Ban Comes Under Fire From HVAC Industry
EPA’s final rule on the AIM Act included a ban on non-refillable refrigerant cylinders starting in 2025. Several industry associations and a cylinder manufacturer have filed petitions to overturn the ban.
Innovative Motion Technologies announces Raffel Systems’ Acquisition of Micro-Air
IMT, the parent company of Raffel Systems, announced that it has acquired Micro-Air, a designer and manufacturer of electronic controls for heat and air conditioning applications in the RV, marine, and residential industries.
Connectivity Improves Performance of Water Heaters, Boilers
A.O. Smith Corp. has been promoting the connected features of its name-brand water heaters, as well as its Lochinvar offerings.
Daikin Announces Daikin ATMOSPHERA with R-32 Refrigerant
Daikin is launching a residential product featuring R-32.
New Year Marks Start of HFC Phasedown In U.S.
Welcome to the first stage of the HFC phasedown as mandated by the AIM Act. As of January 1, 2022, the production of HFC refrigerants has been reduced by 10%.
Legislation Driving the Next Generation of Refrigerants
As the refrigerant transition occurs, safety standards and building codes must be updated.
Obstacles to Energy Efficiency Upgrades Are Invisible but Obvious
About four-fifths of respondents to a recent study “would make their homes more energy-efficient if they had the means to do so.”
DunAn Environment Selects R-466A
Honeywell announced Zhejiang DunAn Artificial Environment Co., Ltd. will assist in driving the HVAC industry transition to Solstice® N41 (R-466A) by developing their product line of HVAC components as compatible.
FMI Files Emergency Stay On Vaccine Mandate
The FMI expressed disappointment with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals decision to lift the judicial stay barring implementation and enforcement of the OSHA ETS on COVID-19 vaccination and testing for private businesses.