Articles Tagged with ''Internet of Things (IoT)''

Smart tools continue to grow in the HVACR industry, spurring manufacturers to create connected, digital devices that will make work in the field less manual and more automatic.

Daylight saving time started on March 11. If you don’t know that by now, then you either live in Arizona or Hawaii, or you’ve been running an hour late for the last couple weeks.

There’s no doubt that Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled technology has impacted the HVACR industry. Now, the technology is evolving even further, allowing HVACR manufacturers to include built-in diagnostics and troubleshooting in the equipment itself.

Every year, the AHR Expo brings forth educational sessions that help contractors and manufacturers better understand how the HVACR industry functions and how it is constantly changing and evolving.

LG Electronics USA Inc. had so many new products to introduce at the AHR Expo, it needed two booths. The company was showcasing a lineup of commercial, light commercial, and residential HVAC solutions, including variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology and customizable control systems.

Just like bees return to the hive every day for sunset, Yellow Jacket has habitually returned to the AHR Expo every January for the past 45 years.

Why are HVAC technicians so sought-after? The answer lies in the fact that the HVAC industry continues to speed along, never stagnating in its quest for smarter and better ways to operate. These days HVAC systems are cheaper, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly than ever before. Today, many HVAC systems are connected to the Internet of Things (IoT), with computers handling tasks for automatic temperature control and air quality.

The use of voice-enabled speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home, is continuing to gain popularity as more people become comfortable with the technology.

Ah, the Internet of Things (IoT) — it seems to be a trending topic for every industry these days, especially with customers becoming increasingly tech-savvy. According to market researcher, Gartner Inc., in 2017, 8.4 billion connected devices are in use worldwide. That number is up 31 percent from 2016 and will reach 20.4 billion by 2020.

Smart technology has been a huge influencer on the HVAC product market. This product roundup provides a sampling of the latest products and software available from manufacturers that will be beneficial to both residential and commercial contractors.