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HARDI Enlists SPARXiQ to Improve Benchmarking, Data Collection

February 18, 2022

HARDI announced a partnership agreement with SPARXiQ that makes SPARXiQ an endorsed partner for point-of-sale data collection and business analytics.

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HVAC Field-Service Computer Software, Apps Becoming a Staple

Mobile apps can help diagnose, document work, even sell

Matt Jachman

February 14, 2022

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Computer software for HVAC contractors has expanded from a business management tool into a versatile asset that can also serve as a technician’s assistant, warehouse clerk, salesperson, and more.

Bans on New Natural Gas Infrastructure Spread

Some states push back, critics say carbon reduction isn’t clear-cut

Matt Jachman

February 8, 2022

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A ban on the installation of natural gas infrastructure in new buildings is coming soon to a town near you, and the local HVAC industry needs to be prepared — or maybe not.

Armstrong Parties On — Again

Armstrong get-together popular as AHR Expo resets after pause

Matt Jachman

February 1, 2022

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Beer Park in this city’s French Quarter was hopping Monday night as hundreds of AHR Expo attendees quaffed brews and tucked into plates of seafood, tacos, and more during Armstrong Fluid Technology’s expo party.

Armstrong: GHG Reduction Goal Met

Initiative to save ‘2 (million tons) by ’22’ was launched in 2018

Matt Jachman

February 1, 2022

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On its way toward the goal of zeroing out the carbon footprint of its facilities by 2030, Armstrong Fluid Technology helped customers realize significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions savings of their own.

OSHA Drops Vaccinate-or-Test Mandate

Supreme Court decision killed pandemic mitigation measure

Matt Jachman

January 28, 2022

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The federal emergency vaccinate-or-test mandate that applied to companies with 100 or more workers was dropped with little fanfare on January 25.

HVAC 2022: Another Year of Economic Churn

Analysts, pros offer advice for thriving despite disruptions

Matt Jachman

January 18, 2022

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Despite ongoing turmoil in the economy, much of it linked to the continuing coronavirus pandemic, analysts see upsides for the HVAC sector in 2022.

Supreme Court Halts Vaccine-or-Test Rule

Case will return to lower court for test of mandate’s legality

Matt Jachman

January 14, 2022

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of a stay of the mandate from OSHA, which would have applied to businesses with over 100 employees and affected more than 80 million workers.

E-Stores Click With National HVAC Firm

Buyers can choose a system and customize it without a sales visit

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Maria Taylor

January 11, 2022

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One of the nation's largest HVAC companies is leveraging e-commerce to change the way homeowners and business owners shop for heating and air conditioning products and installation work.