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Robert Beverly

Robert Beverly has worked in HVAC press for BNP Media since 1998, serving as Engineered Systems' editor before joining The NEWS as a senior editor. In addition to covering legislation/regulatory issues and other assignments, he coordinates and edits Today's Boiler, the official magazine of the American Boiler Manufacturers Association. Robert likes music, the active tense, and air conditioning.

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Senate's Committee on Environment and Public Works.

HFC Phasedown Concerns Center on Exemptions, Preemption, Timeframes

Industry comments ask Senate committee to consider deadline, certification changes to AIM Act

April 17, 2020

The federal HFC phasedown proposal is taking a multi-phase, written path through the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.

HVAC Contractors Make Progress on Training Pledge

HVAC Contractors Make Progress on Training Pledge

ACCA members of different sizes, situations put an early dent in the association’s five-year commitment

April 15, 2020

Last summer, ACCA members promised a total of 75,000 training opportunities toward the program’s overall total at the time. Here’s an update.

Federal-help

HARDI Launches COVID-19 Relief Tool

Brief Q&A designed to help owners sort through coronavirus-related Small Business Administration options

April 13, 2020

As distributors try to evaluate the types of coronavirus-related federal relief available to them, HARDI has launched a decision making tool on its website.

Johnson Controls’ Jeff Williams.

Talking HVAC Technology With Johnson Controls’ Jeff Williams

Smart homes, refrigerant transition risks, and remote HVAC service scratch this interview’s surface

April 7, 2020

It is not a dull time for HVACR technology, regulations, and training, as Jeff Williams shared in an interview with The ACHR NEWS.

HVAC Contractors Get Comfortable With Zoning

HVAC Contractors Get Comfortable With Zoning

Changeouts represent the chance to sell the rest of a whole-home solution

April 7, 2020

How many of standard HVAC sales include add-ons like a humidifier, air cleaner, HRV/ERV, UV lights, or zoning?

Thermostat management.

International Code Council Removes Exception for Duct Leakage Tests

Industry groups oppose broader testing and the specified method

April 6, 2020

The ICC passed a proposal that will require more duct testing in an effort to combat duct leakage, conserve energy, and reduce utility bills.

Home Automation Means Opportunity for HVAC Contractors

Home Automation Means Opportunity for HVAC Contractors

Shrug at thermostat-adjacent business and someone else will answer the call

April 4, 2020

Contractors can take advantage of potential thermostat upgrades, and position themselves for the consumer interest in non-HVAC appliances.

Breaking News

Treasury, IRS Advise on Coronavirus-Related Small Business Loans, Tax Credits

Aid designed to help small businesses weather COVID-19 crisis

April 2, 2020

The Treasury and IRS have issued information about the federal stimulus efforts designed to help businesses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Breaking News

ACCA Asks White House for Swift Guidance, SBA Loan Availability

ACCA's Barton James says time is of the essence

April 1, 2020

ACCA leadership sent a letter to President Trump to emphasize that time is of the essence regarding the U.S. Small Business Administration aid.

Legislation and HVAC

Taxes, Tariffs, and Refrigerants Lead the 2020 Legislative Agenda

Issues include cybersecurity, electrification, and installation requirements for renewed tax credits

March 30, 2020

Washam and counterparts at AHRI identified legislative items that might make a difference for the better for contractors and manufacturers this year.

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