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HRAI Releases Shipment Data

Shipment Increases Noted Across Several Equipment Sectors

March 3, 2014

The Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) announced shipment increases across several equipment sectors in the fourth quarter of 2013 when compared to the same quarter of 2012.

Facts + Figures: Air-Source Heat Pump Shipments Up 19 Percent in December

March 3, 2014

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Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

Rinnai America Corp.: Direct Vent Wall Furnaces

March 3, 2014

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The five EnergySaver® direct-vent wall furnaces do not rely on ductwork to distribute heat.

HVAC Manufacturers Expect Modest Gains in 2014

Most Expect Economy to Still Be a Concern This Year

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2014

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The latest report from Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) indicates that 2013 will likely end on a positive note.

Propane prices have spiked in recent weeks, with the national average exceeding $4 per gallon and some regions reporting prices greater than $5 per gallon.

Energy Shortage Triples Propane Prices

Frigid Weather, Temperatures Cripple Supplies in Midwest, Northeast US

Matt Bishop

February 24, 2014

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A gallon of the liquefied, flammable hydrocarbon (HC) gas that sold for $1 last year has risen nearly four-fold in cost.

Feb. 24, 2014: Alliance Supports Covering HFCs under Montreal Protocol

Measure Could Provide Global Commitment to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from HFCs

February 24, 2014

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The Alliance for Responsible Atmospheric Policy has announced its support for the negotiation of an amendment to the Montreal Protocol which would curtail the global growth of greenhouse gas emissions from HFCs.

Contractors Looking to Hire in 2014

Business Growth Leads to Need for More Workers

Kimberly Schwartz

February 24, 2014

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Contractors' workloads are increasing, and they need to hire more employees to be able to meet the needs of their customers.

Scott Hines and Ashley Moore work at Trademasters, which is located in an area of the country that is rebounding faster than others.

HVAC Contractors Hopeful Heading Into 2014

Although Economy is Improving, Hurdles Remain for Many During Recovery

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2014

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While contractors' outlooks can vary depending on a lot of factors, they generally have a positive outlook on 2014.

Watsco, which is concentrated in the U.S. Sunbelt, has seen consistent growth in replacement, new housing, and commercial activity.

Distributors Delight in HVAC Equipment Replacement Growth

Sluggish Recovery Still a Concern

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2014

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HARDI's latest report showed modest sales growth of 3.6 percent for November 2013, which is less than the 6 percent growth reported for November 2012.

Bristol, Torad Form Agreement

Companies to Develop, Promote Torad’s Spool Compressor Technology

February 24, 2014

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Bristol Compressors Intl. Inc. and Torad Engineering LLC have entered into a joint agreement for the development and commercialization of Torad’s patented spool machine technology for residential and light commercial air conditioning applications.