With Republicans winning both the presidency and Congress, leaders at HVACR trade groups say the new national political environment will, on balance, be good for the industry. 

Private equity’s peak interest in HVAC may have reached its apex, but for well-run businesses, the market remains strong. 

On November 11, 2024, Johnstone Supply – The Balsan Group's Burlington branch relocated to a new and more convenient location in Williston, Vermont, marking a significant step in their commitment to providing superior service to customers.

The Energy Manager solution monitors asset energy use in real time, allowing manufacturers to gain deeper insight into energy consumption and operating costs, lowering CO₂ emissions and maximizing energy and operational efficiency, a press release from Emerson said.

EPA’s Technology Transitions program goes into effect January 1, 2025, and will restrict the use of high-GWP HFC refrigerants in air conditioning and heat pump products and equipment. 

In his new role at Aircuity, Jay Kress will focus on new construction projects and assisting Aircuity’s channel partners with the opportunities to provide clients with installations that assist them in meeting their goals.

The theme of the 2024 conference, “Navigate,” reflects the trade group’s mission to help members stay on track during uncertain times. 

Data recording can help less experienced technicians troubleshoot refrigeration systems. Quickly and accurately determining the cause of a system problem is beneficial to both the equipment owner and the servicing contractor, and  experience can be a major factor in a technician's ability to troubleshoot systems with greater precision. 

The acquisition establishes a direct corporate presence in Australia and a foundation for further expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, a press release from Fieldpiece said.