Joanna R. Turpin

John Galyen, Danfoss North America president.

Danfoss Outlines Challenges, Opportunities in 2022

Virtual press conference covered new technologies, as well as regulatory updates

February 15, 2022

In a virtual press conference, Danfoss discussed several of its new technologies, as well as the challenges and opportunities the HVACR industry faces this year.

A customer interfaces with 75F’s Central Control Unit.

Smaller Buildings Can Benefit From Building Automation Systems

With new simpler controls, energy usage can be cut significantly in most buildings

Joanna R. Turpin

February 15, 2022

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Small- to medium-sized buildings make up about 94% of all commercial buildings in the U.S., according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, yet only 13% of those buildings have a building automation system.

Can You Compete With Amazon For Workers?

The retail giant is cornering the market on local labor

Joanna R. Turpin

February 2, 2022

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What makes your company special? What can you offer that Amazon doesn’t? By having clear answers to these questions, you’ll be in a better position to compete for the available workers in your area.

HVACR Experts Share View of Industry

The discussion focused on supply chain issues and other challenges

Joanna R. Turpin

February 2, 2022

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At the AHR Expo on Tuesday, leaders from across the industry discussed the state of HVACR. Those attending the packed session gained insights into the current state of affairs concerning HVACR.

Emerson Celebrates 100 Years of Copeland Brand

At the pre-AHR Expo party, the focus was on Copeland innovations

Joanna R. Turpin

January 31, 2022

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On Sunday night, Brent Schroeder, group president of heating and air conditioning at Emerson, raised a toast to the 100^th anniversary of the Copeland brand at the Emerson annual pre-AHR Expo party at Brooklyn Bowl.

Yellow Jacket Accuprobe IR Leak Detector.

How To Choose a Handheld Electronic Leak Detector

Technicians should consider current and future refrigerants when buying these tools

Joanna R. Turpin

January 25, 2022

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Refrigerant leaks not only represent a financial and operational burden to end users, they’re not great for the environment either.

California Details Decarbonization Plan

State offers pathway to achieve carbon neutrality no later than 2045

Joanna R. Turpin

January 19, 2022

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California is usually at the forefront of most environmental movements in the U.S., and its plan to aggressively reduce — and ultimately eliminate — carbon emissions is no different.

AHR Expo Will Host Innovation Award Winners

Award-winning products in 10 categories will be on display on show floor

Joanna R. Turpin

January 14, 2022

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The winners of the 2022 Innovation Awards competition have been announced and they include products that can be used in every facet of the HVACR industry.

HVAC technician servicing air conditioner.

New Year Ushers In Start Of HFC Phasedown

Starting January 1, there is a 10% production cut of HFC refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

January 13, 2022

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Beginning this year, the production of HFC refrigerants will be reduced by 10%, while a steeper cut comes in 2024, when production must be reduced to 60% of the baseline established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Original Equipment Manufacturers Developing Heat Pumps for Cold Climates

As part of DOE program, next-generation HPs will be available by 2024

Joanna R. Turpin

January 5, 2022

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To enforce the transition away from using fossil fuels for space heating purposes, many cities across the U.S. have proposed or enacted regulations that would ban the use of fossil fuels in new homes and buildings.