Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS)

In part one of a two-part series, The ACHR NEWS takes a look at the current state of heat pump knowledge and acceptance.

Friedrich Floating Air Pro Heat Pump System

OEMs See Growth in Single-Zone Ductless Market as Homeowners Expand, Remodel

Home Improvement

November 13, 2024

The work-from-home trend, a shortage of new housing and other factors are leading people to expand their homes and remodel existing spaces. They’re often turning to single-zone ductless products to heat and cool those new living spaces.

Preparing For Emerging Cybersecurity Attacks Against Chillers

What Protocols Need to be in Place For When Malicious Actors Come Knocking

Dylan Kurt

November 11, 2024

When it comes to this piece of critical infrastructure, operators need to be prepared to face new and sophisticated attacks.

New York’s Got IRA Funds. What’s That Mean for Heat Pumps?

Manufacturers give an updated look at the rollout in the Empire State

Dylan Kurt

October 22, 2024

The IRA is driving heat pump sales in New York, and there are a few things lessons contractors in other states can learn from the success.

California Heat Pump Partnership Aims to Scale Up Electrification of HVAC

Group plans coordinated ‘barrier-busting’ to reach 6 million electric heat pumps installed by 2030

August 5, 2024

This new private-public partnership wants to quadruple heat pump installation in California over the next 6 years.

California Musician Pens Love Song to Heat Pumps

Could a new sultry song about the electrification of HVAC lead to more heat pump installs?

August 2, 2024

“(I’m Your) Heat Pump” is a soft, funky, R&B love song told from the perspective of a heat pump that depicts just what a heat pump can provide to its users.

HVAC Q&A Episode 1: Common Heat Pump Installation Mistakes

Experts chime in what to do, what to avoid

July 12, 2024

What are the most common mistakes in heat pump installs, and how do you avoid them? Here’s what experts had to say about heat pump installation — a must-watch as electrification continues to gain momentum.

Selling Smart HVAC on Comfort and Efficiency

Intelligent systems can increase customer satisfaction, meaning more referrals for contractors

June 25, 2024

Smart HVAC systems optimize energy usage without sacrificing comfort by using data analytics and machine learning to regulate the indoor environment.

AHR Expo 2024

Manufacturers, Software Providers Lean Into Artificial Intelligence

Software companies see AI as a “supplemental journeyman” for entry-level HVAC techs

March 6, 2024

AI can make work easier, more efficient for boots-on-the-ground HVAC professionals.

AHR Expo 2024

Cold Climate Heat Pumps See ‘Nothing But Growth’

Heat pump manufacturers share updates on new products, DOE Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge

February 27, 2024

Only 4% of homeowners know modern heat pumps can heat down to -4°F. That’s a huge opportunity for HVAC contractors to step in and be the experts.

Project Files: Episode 68 — All-Electric, Passive-House-Certified Hotel

VRF, Heat2O units, and solar panels make this historic-building-turned-hotel highly efficient

February 20, 2024

Hotel Marcel, a 110,000-square-foot adaptive reuse of New Haven, Connecticut’s historic Pirelli Building, has raised the bar for sustainable hospitality as the first Passive-house certified, zero-emission hotel in the U.S. and one of only a dozen that are LEED Platinum-certified.

METUS new Florence training and distribution center

METUS Commits to Improving California’s Electric Grid With Heat Pumps

Pledge will assist California in reaching climate goals

November 27, 2023

METUS joined a multi-company pledge to assist California achieve its climate goal of installing six million heat pumps in the state’s building by 2023.

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Predicts Green Living Trends

Approximately 82% of homeowners report having some level of concern with their utility bills

October 29, 2023

According to METUS, 64% of homeowners say they have little knowledge of heat pumps.

Water-Source VRF/VRV Units Offer a Clean, Sustainable Option

These HVACR systems are suitable for projects where space is at a premium

Herb Woerpel

August 23, 2023

Water-source VRF/VRV units are often specified for large building and high rises applications as both contain water-cooled modules that are located indoors, closer to the space they’re serving.

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US Appoints New CFO, Realigns Leadership Team

July 11, 2023

Andy Kelso was named COO; Shane Lawrence, CFO; Brinnon Williams, vice president of residential business; and David Archer, vice president of commercial business.

Muhammad Ali International Airport Geothermal System

Sizing Sustainability Up

From Canada to Kentucky, buildings open to the public find savings in higher-efficiency HVAC systems

June 20, 2023

Prompted by energy-savings and carbon-reduction goals and helped by technological advances, building owners and managers are increasingly asking for sustainable buildings with high-efficiency HVAC systems.

Project Files: Episode 60 —The Geo Home

Tesla solar roof, heat pumps make for net-positive energy home in Houston

June 1, 2023

Geo house is the first project in the Houston 610 loop to pair a Tesla solar roof with battery backup for complete electrical grid independence.

METUS Plans for a ‘Heat Pump Nation’

The company’s new Florence distribution and training center is one step in aiding the nation’s adoption of heat pumps

May 10, 2023

METUS’ new Florence distribution and training center will reduce its carbon footprint, empower more HVACR technicians, create jobs, distribute heat pumps efficiently, and make America a “Heat Pump Nation.”

Dual Fuel Heat Pumps: By the Numbers

Here are a few numbers for contractors to keep in mind when navigating conversations about dual fuel heat pumps

May 1, 2023

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Contractors need to keep a few key numbers in mind when it comes to the incentives and energy savings dual fuel heat systems can provide them and their customers.

The IRA’s ‘Transformative’ Incentives

Contractors urged to market consumer tax credits while rebate plan is worked out

April 9, 2023

Nearly $9 billion in federal rebate money is eye-catching but months away. Experts say the Inflation Reduction Act’s enhanced tax credits, for consumers and contractors, are the best bets now.

Residential Heating Scene Shows Mix of Cold Climate Heat Pumps, Furnaces

Manufacturers see dual fuel as a way to bridge the electrification transition

February 27, 2023

Cold climate heat pumps were on full display on the AHR show floor and manufacturers were eager to share their progress reports in the Department of Energy’s CCHP Challenge.

OEMs Expect IRA to Boost Sales in 2023

However, inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth

February 20, 2023

The last two years have been very good for the HVAC industry, thanks to robust demand for new equipment; however, manufacturers worry that inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth in 2023.

The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more popular, it’s important to learn about the various types available

February 14, 2023

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As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.

Heat Pumps for Multifamily Homes

Energy savings, electrification, and incentives drive new era of heating

Layan Dahhan

January 23, 2023

In the past, heat pumps were typically installed in single-residence homes, but nowadays, the technology has evolved and can be used in many other building applications — such as multifamily homes.

HVAC Tax Incentives Enhanced in Sweeping Bill

Feds aim to promote efficient building methods, HVAC products

December 27, 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act was passed August 12 in the U.S. House of Representatives and is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden on August 16.

Billions in Electrification Rebates Coming

New program, with income guidelines, will be managed by the states

October 1, 2022

A new $4.3 billion federal rebate program is being touted by HVAC manufacturers and environmentalists alike as a big step toward energy savings and reduced carbon emissions.

HVAC Industry Plans for New Incentives

Federal programs aim to promote higher-efficiency products

September 18, 2022

The HVAC industry is preparing for increased interest in high-efficiency products, such as variable-speed compressors and heat pumps, following the passage of the federal Inflation Reduction Act.

Ducted Mini-Split Air Handlers Offer Flexibility

These energy-efficient systems can be used to replace traditional forced air equipment

August 2, 2022

Most of the rest of the world has relied on ductless mini-split systems for their heating and cooling needs for decades, but that has not been the case in the U.S. That may be changing with the advent of ducted mini-split systems.

Marijuana Market Creates Opportunities for HVAC Contractors

Kush makes cash for contractors: Humidity control, good air quality necessary for indoor grow facilities to flourish

August 2, 2022

The cannabis market continues to make money. And there’s plenty to go around to HVAC contractors who see the need of them within the space.

Home Automation Boosts Ductless Efficiency

Apps, voice-control hubs give greater edge to heat-pump-based systems

June 6, 2022

Home automation systems can boost the energy-savings potential of ductless mini-split systems used for residential heating and cooling.

The Intelli-Heat Dual Fuel System from Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US.

HVAC Manufacturers Introduce More Green Tech to Meet Market Demand

“Green, greener, greenest” options aim to balance sustainability, price point

May 9, 2022

There are a wide variety of products that help consumers align their concerns for the environment with their desire for comfort.

Solutions Arise to Make Mini Splits Fit Into a Home’s Decor

Consumers want the comfort but worry about the appearance

April 3, 2022

With traditional HVAC equipment, it’s mostly out of sight, out of mind. Mini splits present a different situation, as these devices are displayed prominently on the wall.

Manufacturers Consider Aesthetic Appeal of Commercial VRF

Compact, quiet technology offers comfortable solutions for consumers

Layan Dahhan

March 29, 2022

Though heating and cooling systems in some commercial spaces like gymnasiums might not need to be visually appealing, other areas like hospitality could benefit from more aesthetic solutions.

METUS Looks to Increase Electrification

AHR Expo display includes answers for consumers, technicians

February 28, 2022

Electrification was the big theme on the residential side of the Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC U.S. booth at the AHR Expo.

Heat Pump Awareness Grows from Residential, Commercial Customers

Industry still needs to overcome outdated objections

February 14, 2022

Consumer awareness and opinion of heat pumps are both improving, along with the technology. Manufacturers see a strong market ahead, although some challenges remain.

Original Equipment Manufacturers Developing Heat Pumps for Cold Climates

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

January 5, 2022

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.

Indoor Air Quality Solutions for VRF Systems

OEMs offer ventilation options and upgraded filters to improve indoor air

December 6, 2021

The pandemic has caused IAQ to become a big concern, which has led industry experts to recommend increasing ventilation and upgrading filtration for commercial buildings.

Manufacturers Help Contractors Keep up with Heat Pump Technology as Market Grows

Units become a more popular option in cold weather states

November 8, 2021

Manufacturers and contractors are working to educate end users about the ways heat pumps work differently from traditional heat sources.

Distributors See a New Wave of Consolidation

Plenty of money available for those who want to expand

November 4, 2021

Both independent consolidators and OEMs are buying up distributors due to an ownership base that’s ready to sell and money available to buy.

High-End HVAC: Contractors Should Look Beyond Efficiencies

The less familiar benefits of owning — and offering — top-tier HVAC systems can pay off

October 18, 2021

As it stands, simply staying informed and competitive on available ways to pay can turn a certain number of jobs into additional “high-end HVAC” projects.

HVAC Manufacturers Feature HVAC Virtual Experiences

Virtual environments exist to educate contractors on developing HVAC technologies

September 8, 2021

Virtual HVAC experiences have grown in popularity over the past year and a half, and they are worth checking out.

Building Automation Systems Offer Comfort, Efficiency, and Security

HVAC technology is driving the future of buildings

August 23, 2021

HVAC has a critical role to play in the future of building automation and digitalization.

HVAC Technology Prepares Hotel Industry for Getting Back to Normal

The right solutions and proper maintenance can help keep travelers safe

July 12, 2021

The HVAC industry serves a critical role in keeping hotel patrons and employees both safe and comfortable.

Manufacturers Expect Some Changes to Last for Residential HVAC

Indoor air quality, move to digital sped up by pandemic

June 16, 2021

A panel of executives from three OEMs recently gathered online to discuss where the residential HVAC segment is at and where it’s headed.

A pair of a variable-speed heat pumps provide comfort to a consumer’s home.

Future Looks Bright for Heat Pumps as Electrification Movement Gains Momentum

Industry needs to educate consumers, overcome concerns about overwhelming grid

May 26, 2021

Heat pumps are poised to become one of the biggest winners in the HVAC market as the nation moves toward electrification.

METUS Offers Virtual Update on Enhancements to Offerings

Manufacturer listens to voice of contractors, consumers to improve products

May 5, 2021

METUS presented their latest innovations by taking their show on the road virtually.

The Benefits of High-End HVAC, and How to Service and Sell It

High-end systems offer numerous opportunities for contractors but require customer education

May 4, 2021

Contractors can benefit from knowing the advantages of high-end comfort technology, how to service it, and how to sell it.

Residential Ductless Systems: Steer Into Inverter-Driven Demand

Brush up on new features and handle common installation errors before they happen

March 8, 2021

Ductless growth is working toward a foothold in original residential HVAC design.

Columbus, Ohio’s Short North Arts District.

Commercial Applications Let HVAC Contractors Show Their Creativity

Different ways to solve customer problems

Angela D. Harris

December 8, 2020

Contractors are looking for new ways to provide the health and security services required to successfully and efficiently run a commercial structure.

METUS CITY MULTI R2-Series outdoor unit.

Commercial VRF Growth Slows but Doesn’t Stop

Amid an office space rethink and ongoing electrification, this technology is better poised than most to roll with the changes

November 18, 2020

Tough news is unsurprising this year when it comes to construction, but comments from VRF-related professionals point to some streaks of silver lining.

Alex Peterson, 911 Heating & Air owner (right), has found success in sharing info with customers in simple, understandable terms.

Mini Split Advances Melt Cold-Weather Reservations

Contractors in Milwaukee, Boston find modern units readier than ever for primary heating

November 16, 2020