The HVACR Alliance announced its endorsement of H.R. 3515, the HVAC Expensing and Technology (HEAT) Act. The bill, introduced by Reps. Pat Tiberi, R-Ohio, and Ron Kind, D-Wis., would allow commercial building owners to expense qualified HVACR equipment under Section 179 of the U.S. Tax Code.
LUX Products Corp. announced its long-time employee and vice president of wholesale sales, Steve Millheiser, a 43-year HVAC industry veteran, is headed to retirement.
Service World Expo, held Sept. 7-8, announces a call for entries for its Super Hero Branding contest. “We are looking for a few special companies that use a Super Hero (mascot) logo to brand their team of professionals,” said an Expo spokesperson.
Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) released the updated ANSI-accredited “Round Industrial Duct Construction Manual.”
Rheem® introduced the 2016 Premier Performers award for the Rheem and Ruud® distributor winners who are setting the standard for excellence in their markets. These distributors must meet a variety of performance criteria, including business and sales growth, superior customer service and support, partnership dedication, and more.
Carrier continues to honor its 2016 commitment to employ approximately 1,100 associates in Indianapolis. As announced in November, this includes headquarters and engineering jobs and more than 800 employees supporting our gas furnace manufacturing center.