To no one’s surprise, the way to successfully navigate the HVAC distribution channel is to have parts that are readily available for immediate shipment. It’s that simple. Or is it?

The NBC “Today” show recently showed a “sting” operation on air conditioning contractors. Since the program was aired, HVAC chat rooms have been filled with conversations. What’s the buzz about?

HVACR industry representatives, government officials, and energy aficionados convened in Washington, D.C., to discuss the role renewable energy resources can play in the U.S. building sector during Danfoss’ 17th annual EnVisioneering Symposium. 

Five high-performance heating and cooling solutions for consumers, including a new air conditioner, a heat pump, two gas furnaces, and a fan coil, have been added to the company’s product line. The two-stage air conditioner achieves a cooling efficiency of up to 17.2 SEER.

The 7 Series 700A11 is a variable-capacity geothermal unit available for homeowners that surpasses both 41 EER and 5.3 COP. It utilizes InfiniSpeed technology, a soft-start variable-capacity compressor, in concert with a variable-speed electronically commutated motor (ECM) blower and variable-speed loop pump.

Built to provide comfort and efficiency while enduring the harsh elements of a seacoast environment are the Evolution® Series two-stage air conditioner and heat pump with CoastGuard™ protection. The units feature Bryant TuffCoat™ coils that last longer than standard coils in coastal conditions.

A line of high-efficiency two-stage Heil® QuietComfort® DXT+ air conditioners and heat pumps features communicating capabilities when installed with the Observer™ communicating wall control. The units offer efficiencies up to 19 SEER and 14.2 EER when paired with select indoor equipment.

Whether its students attending the vocational classes he teaches, or the customers he serves through Air Comfort Mechanical Inc., John Kuefler, 53, has made a golden career out of treating others the way he wants to be treated. But how does he make time for all of it?

While the acclaim of an accounting degree sounded great in his early 20s, Kenneth Buggay’s desire to get his hands dirty led him away from the office and into the service truck as an HVAC contractor.

The Luxaire® line of LX and Climasure™ Series of 14.5 SEER mid-efficiency air conditioners and heat pumps have been expanded with 1.5-ton condensing units. The design of the new 1.5-ton models reduces installation and maintenance costs with easy power and control wiring connections.