This issue of The ACHR NEWS examines how to retrofit your residence in the name of electrification, the hurdles contractors faced this summer, how IAQ upgrades can help fight off wildfire pollutants, how to prepare for a 40% cut in HFC production, technological advances in the humidification market, how to add combustion testing to your service menu, how schools are utilizing heat pumps, how to finance the sale of a contracting company, and much more.
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Electrifying existing homes can be complex and costly, but HVAC contractors can help their customers by creating a custom plan that takes into account their budget and specific needs.
Numerous obstacles, including mild weather, a lack of demand, a shallow pool of skilled tradespeople, increased competition, inflation, supply chain shortages, and more, have stood in the way of contracting success throughout cooling season.
The 40% reduction in HFC production in 2024 could profoundly affect HVACR contractors, which is why it is crucial to prepare now in order to minimize disruptions in this shifting landscape.
Proper indoor RH — generally between 35% and 60%, with the range leaving wiggle room for personal preferences and outdoor conditions — is vital in maintaining IAQ, the health and well-being of a home’s occupants, and the condition of its furnishings.
To improve IAQ, contractors have to focus on ensuring their customers are informed on regular HVAC system maintenance, proper ventilation, air filtration, and purification, and then recommend IAQ technology and products that work well together.
Air conditioning and refrigeration are marvelous inventions and have a transformative impact on comfort and health, underscoring their irreplaceable role in modern living.
If you’re thinking about selling your business within the next year, interest rates will have a definite impact on the number of buyers who will be able to offer top dollar for your company.
The federal AIM Act passed in 2020, giving the U.S. EPA the authority to phase down the import and production of high-GWP HFC refrigerants, such as R-410A and R-134a. Are you ready for life after R-410A? This infographic clarifies the schedule.
The National Technical Institute's Regional Immersion Program is an opportunity for contractors to overcome recruitment hurdles and secure qualified entry-level workers, and for those with an interest in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical work to get fundamental training.
A year ago, Meyer & Depew pledged to donate a portion of the proceeds from every new residential heating and cooling system installation to the Sharing Network Foundation
through the HVAC company’s Installation Donation program. The donation of $29,400 is the realization of that pledge.
For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week.
The AFCON AF700SS Universal Swivel Attachment and AF730SS Longitudinal and Lateral Sway Brace Attachment are two new stainless steel attachment components of a complete sway brace assembly for fire protection sprinkler systems.
The patent-pending InteliSenseTM Technology is one of the first in the industry for fully connected, digitally-enabled lifecycle solutions and advanced smart technology in HVAC.