To minimize motor imperfections, contractors must stress the importance of a comprehensive inspection, properly identify and diagnose the root cause of the deficiency, and be able to explain the failure to customers in terms they’ll understand. 

While variable-frequency drives (VFDs) boast increased energy efficiency as the main benefit, a small — but by no means insignificant — percentage of the drives are causing major problems in the motor they control.

As PV panels are becoming more efficient, more advanced, and less expensive, so are many of their components. 

The women in my family have endured more than their fair share of discrimination because of their gender — something I had never experienced personally, until now.

Baker’s unwavering commitment to his students’ success, as well as to the HVACR industry’s future workforce, is what makes him The NEWS’ 2013 Best Instructor contest winner.

Patrick O’Neill’s tireless devotion to his students’ well-being, his passion for teaching, and his commitment is what makes him The NEWS’ 2013 Best Instructor contest runner-up.

Rusty Walker’s dedication to training, his experience in the field, and his commitment to the future generation of HVACR technicians earned him runner-up honors in The NEWS’ 2013 Best Trainer contest.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve struck up a conversation at an industry convention or event, or even during a phone interview, to eventually discover the person I’m talking to had spent time in the military.