Chris C. Willette, president, Triatomic Environmental, Jupiter, Florida, has been granted a U.S. patent for a mini ultraviolet (UV) germicidal irradiation light system invention designed for the tight confines of mini-splits and other ductless HVAC systems.
Having designed so many systems for others, it’s natural to wonder what kind of HVAC equipment contractors would install in their own homes if money were no object. Their answers just might surprise you.
Dozens of major manufacturers are now offering a variety of training options ranging from short online offerings to extensive on-location training in hopes of making ductless HVAC a worthwhile investment for consumers and contractors.
End-user interest is not only driving demand, but is also giving rise to new trends in ductless equipment, including the rise of do-it-yourself (DIY) installations.
Once considered an overseas staple and domestic add-on, ductless HVAC equipment is now pushing the limits of the add-on market and spilling into contractors’ businesses as a primary system option.
One local entrepreneur is coupling marketing savvy with his appreciation of old architecture. His ambition and vision have given the old mansion a new purpose. What has become of the Young Manor?
The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) reported that, during the second quarter of 2011, ductless split systems shipments showed the highest product sector gain, increasing by 68 percent.