ASHRAE announced that a forum to exchange technology and industry information is being held by ASHRAE, the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and China Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry Association (CRAA) at the 2014 AHR Expo.
As technology continues to grow in the HVACR industry, educators are scrambling to come up with new ways to make sure the next generation of service technicians is equipped with the skills necessary to keep up with the current crop of techs.
Airxchange has announced AIRX Estimator for the Environment, a free online estimation tool to quickly calculate the energy savings and positive environmental impact when commercial buildings implement energy recovery ventilation (ERV) technology.
Daikin Applied (formerly Daikin McQuay) has announced plans to integrate Intel-based technology in its rooftop units to utilize building data and create intelligent building systems. According to the company, these systems would intuitively know and adjust to what building occupants need for comfort and energy efficiency.
Uponor Inc. has announced the launch of Uponor Innovations LLC — a new, wholly owned subsidiary and corporate enterprise designed to identify emerging markets and create new, game-changing products, said the company.
As technology continues to advance, more and more industry mobile applications are becoming available for smartphones and tablets. These mobile apps can be valuable tools for HVACR customers, contractors, distributors, and manufacturers.
It should be easier than ever for customers to contact us. Unfortunately, the technology designed to keep us connected can actually push customers away.