Maria Taylor

Industry Responds to Updated Independent Contractor Rule

DOL says rule protects workers from wage theft, while industry group predicts ‘confusion,’ ‘frivolous litigation’

January 28, 2024

ABC argues the rule could end up hurting legitimate contractors in the building trades, who are already strapped for workers.

Project Files: Episode 67 — Variable-Speed A/C in Miami Humidity

Rheem’s Endeavor units combat overcooling in Florida’s humidity

Maria Taylor

January 25, 2024

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The Endeavor Line provides tech-savvy and environmentally mindful consumers like the Horwitzes with smart home compatibility and sustainable features.

Danfoss Leaders Discuss Decarbonization Opportunities and Challenges with Heat Pumps

At a press conference at AHR Expo, the manufacturer discussed successes, challenges facing the U.S. heat pump industry

Maria Taylor

January 24, 2024

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One of the major challenges in the heat pump sector is the gap between heating and cooling loads: in other words, winters are colder than summers are hot, and technology needs to handle the difference.

HVAC Tactical Awards Spotlight Industry Influencers

“Blue collar goes black tie” event aims to put HVAC community front and center on social media

Maria Taylor

January 22, 2024

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HVAC Tactical kicked off AHR Expo with a celebration of the industry’s top influencers.

Five Star Heating and Cooling Group Technician

Recruit People Into HVAC With Your Photo on the Cover of The ACHR NEWS

It’s time to show the world the ‘cool kids of HVAC’

Maria Taylor

January 5, 2024

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A couple months ago, The ACHR NEWS ran a cover image from a stock photo website. We try not to do this often, but finding “real” photos to illustrate our stories can be tricky. And boy, did we hear from you.

Project Files: Episode 66 — Duct-Free Mini-Splits at Box Office Warehouse

LG Art Cool units were a custom touch for this unique commercial lease space

Maria Taylor

December 28, 2023

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The LG units provide control over temperature, the electric bill, custom comfort, and a sleek piece of artwork that can be customized itself as well.

2023 NEWSmakers of the Year List

This year’s headline-makers span the industry from social media to legislation and beyond

Maria Taylor

December 18, 2023

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The ACHR NEWS highlights five HVAC NEWSmakers who have made headlines in the last 12 months.

Project Files: Episode 65 — Zero-Emission Hydronic Heat at Brooklyn Brownstone

A DIY demo turned into the opportunity to install Taco’s System M and go all-electric

Maria Taylor

November 17, 2023

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The home now has a 3.9 kW solar array that offsets nearly 100% of the System M and grid power supplied from the clean-sourced ConEd program — meaning that the house has zero emission heating, cooling, and hot water.

Project Files: Episode 64 — Flame-Free Retrofit at Smithsonian Vault

RLS press fittings joined HVACR lines in museum’s cold storage

Maria Taylor

November 3, 2023

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Press fittings took flame out of the equation in an HVAC project conducted near fragile books from the Middle Ages.

Retrofitting Office Buildings Infographic

Infographic: Retrofitting Office Buildings Could Cut Their Carbon Emissions by 70%

Digital upgrades, electrification of HVAC systems key to decarbonization strategy

Maria Taylor

October 18, 2023

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Fifty percent of existing buildings are likely to still be in use in 2050 — meaning that the current building stock must be included as part of a comprehensive decarbonization strategy.