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Facts + Figures: October 2017 Heating and Cooling Equipment Shipment Data

January 22, 2018

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Furnaces Must be Modified for High-altitude Applications

Proper sizing, installation key to optimal performance

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

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A very small number of Americans live in mountainous regions, which is why many HVAC professionals may not even know that gas-fired furnaces installed at higher altitudes usually require modifications to operate as designed.

Low Gas Prices Curb Furnace ROIs

Many contractors focus on the benefits of improved comfort rather than energy savings

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

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Not that long ago, when gas prices were sky high, many customers chose to purchase condensing furnaces because they saved a lot of energy.

Regular Maintenance Extends the Lifespan of Condensing Furnaces

Contractors should ensure homeowners are scheduling regular maintenance visits

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

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The first condensing furnaces were introduced in the mid-1980s, and it’s likely that most of those original systems have already been replaced.

U.S. shipments of central air conditioners

Facts + Figures: August 2017 Heating and Cooling Equipment Shipment Data

November 13, 2017

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U.S. shipments of central air conditioners and airsource heat pumps totaled 654,312 units in August 2017, down 5.5 percent from 692,214 units shipped in August 2016.

Rheem Mfg. Co.: Gas Furnace

October 23, 2017

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The Prestige Series EcoNet Enabled Modulating Upflow Gas Furnace comes with the PlusOne® Diagnostics 7-Segment LED on all units, which makes it easy to service and diagnose. It also includes the PlusOne Ignition System, which includes the Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) for reliability and longevity.

Facts + Figures: July 2017 Heating and Cooling Equipment Shipment Data

September 25, 2017

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New Residential HVACR Products Focus on Comfort, Efficiency

Homeowners have numerous options available to help them stay warm

September 11, 2017

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The NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment available for the upcoming winter season.

Residential Heating Showcase 2017

Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, ductless, and more

September 11, 2017

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Like last year, this year’s Heating Showcase is split into two parts — residential and commercial. The residential/light commercial information is published in this issue, and the commercial products will be featured in the Oct. 2 issue. Feature-specific information about each individual product is included as submitted by the manufacturers.

Greenheck: High Turndown Furnace

July 31, 2017

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Greenheck's high turndown furnace is a patent pending, tubular-style heat exchanger, offering up to 16:1 seamless turndown per furnace for precise temperature control.