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METUS Plans for a ‘Heat Pump Nation’

The company’s new Florence distribution and training center is one step in aiding the nation’s adoption of heat pumps

May 10, 2023

METUS’ new Florence distribution and training center will reduce its carbon footprint, empower more HVACR technicians, create jobs, distribute heat pumps efficiently, and make America a “Heat Pump Nation.”

Electrification Trend Sparks Heat Pump Retrofits, Part 2

Managing customer expectations about energy efficiency, payback, and comfort

Joanna R. Turpin

May 5, 2023

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Many homeowners are replacing their gas furnaces with heat pumps, so contractors should educate them about the energy efficiency, payback, and comfort that they can anticipate with their new equipment.

Dual Fuel Heat Pumps: By the Numbers

Here are a few numbers for contractors to keep in mind when navigating conversations about dual fuel heat pumps

Hannah Belloli

May 1, 2023

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Contractors need to keep a few key numbers in mind when it comes to the incentives and energy savings dual fuel heat systems can provide them and their customers.

Project Files: Episode 59 — Electrification Retrofit at ‘Game House’ AirBnb

All-electric short-term rental lets vacation-goers experience heat pumps on a trial basis

Maria Taylor

April 27, 2023

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Owner “Nate the House Whisperer” wants AirBnb, VRBO to promote a special class of short-term rentals that are all-electric — like his Game House rental, which has state-of-the-art HVAC and a Daikin Fit heat pump.

Carrier To Acquire Viessmann For $13.2B

This 'strategic action' will help Carrier expand its global HVAC business.

Joanna R. Turpin

April 26, 2023

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Carrier to acquire Viessmann Climate Solutions for €12 billion in cash and stock issued directly to Viessmann Group with a long-term ownership commitment

Electrification Trend Sparks Heat Pump Retrofits, Part 1

Replacing a gas furnace with a heat pump can require expensive system modifications

Joanna R. Turpin

April 24, 2023

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Replacing a gas furnace with a heat pump can be challenging and costly, as modifications may need to be made to the ductwork and electric panel.

Fujitsu Technical Service Advisors Conference Creates a Unified Front

April 21, 2023

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Fujitsu’s Technical Service Advisors event was held to strengthen manufacturer-distributor relationships and empower in-field technical support staff.

Rheem Heat Pump Exceeds DOE Specs in Cold Climate Challenge

April 18, 2023

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Following testing, it was determined that Rheem’s residential heat pump had delivered outstanding results in the challenge.

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Trane Product Releases Aim to Help Customers Meet Decarbonization, Efficiency Goals

April 18, 2023

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Trane introduces Thermal Battery™ Storage-Source Heat Pump System, Trane/Mitsubishi Electric HVRF, Versatile Axiom™ Water Source Heat Pumps, Next-Generation Precedent® Rooftop Units, and two enhanced air handlers.

5 Things HVAC Contractors Need to Remember When Installing Heat Pumps

Installers will play a vital role if heat pumps are to succeed

Kyle Gargaro

April 14, 2023

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At the annual ACCA Conference, technical services director Wes Davis talks about five items an HVAC contractors needs to know before installing a residential heat pump.