According to former student Joe Bates, “Mr. [Boyd] King lives and breathes HVACR. He really knows how to connect with students, and he will do anything he can to help a student.” And that helps to explain why The NEWS is honoring King as runner-up in the 2011 Best Instructor Contest.
Danfoss Turbocor appoints vice president of operations; Emerson Climate Technologies presents Thomas E. Bettcher Community Service Award; ABB and Baldor now have a single U.S. sales force.
While it’s true that Tom Kalber officially retired from Sacramento City College (SCC) this past May, he’s the kind of instructor who can’t just walk away. After teaching full time for 32 years, he has now transitioned to a role as an adjunct professor, and he continues to aid the students in his program.
Hill Phoenix Inc., a Dover Company, has announced the acquisition of Denmark-based Advansor A/S. The Danish company specializes in the design and manufacture of CO2 transcritical refrigeration and heat pump systems for supermarkets and light industrial applications.
The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) and its Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA) subsidiary have released a revised version of their Model NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Program for Service.
WD-40 Co. and Rebuilding Together® are conducting a national search for the 2011 Tradesperson of the Year™ — someone who gives back to the community, adds value to his or her skilled trade industry, and reflects the values of Rebuilding Together and WD-40 Co.
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) has announced the availability of the Advanced Energy Design Guide for K-12 School Buildings: Achieving 50% Energy Savings Toward a Net Zero Energy Building.