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Global Consumers Embrace Energy-Efficiency Initiatives

Global Interest in Energy Efficiency Up 116 Percent Since 2010

March 3, 2014

New research from Johnson Controls shows interest in energy efficiency has risen 116 percent globally since 2010, with those who set goals taking the biggest strides in reducing energy use.

The Professor: Understanding, Avoiding Transformer Burnouts

Solving Low-Voltage Power-Consuming Faults

John Tomczyk

March 3, 2014

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This column will try to explain the voltages associated with the high or wild leg coming from the secondary of a Delta service transformer.

HRAI Releases Shipment Data

Shipment Increases Noted Across Several Equipment Sectors

March 3, 2014

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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.

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.

My Day as a Potted Plant

A Tale of Corporate Misunderstanding and Embarrassing New Suits

Dan Holohan

February 24, 2014

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The year I served as the potted plant, Sheraton was building a hotel out on Lawn Guyland. This is where things got tricky.

AHR Expo Showcases New HVACR Products

February 17, 2014

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The NEWS was very busy at the AHR Expo in New York City, visiting as many booths as possible in search of new products. Here is a comprehensive list of everything we found on the show floor.

There’s Snow Business Like the HVAC Business

2014 AHR Expo Draws Record-Breaking Crowd to New York City

Kyle Gargaro

February 17, 2014

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According to the International Exposition Co., more than 61,000 attendees registered for the 2014 AHR Expo in New York City, including 42,991 visitors and 18,219 exhibitor personnel.

Cool Water Technologies showcased the RTCH Series of evaporative cooling towers, available in sizes from 12-180 nominal tons, 36-540 gallons per minute (gpm).

2014 AHR Expo: HVAC Commercial Equipment

February 17, 2014

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The NEWS was very busy at the AHR Expo in New York City, visiting as many booths as possible in search of new products. Below is a comprehensive list of all the HVAC commercial equipment we found on the show floor.