ACHR NEWS

This issue of The ACHR NEWS covers everything from the AHR Expo in Orlando, including top HVAC trends, electrification and decarbonization goals, how to equip techs for A2L, what consumers want from IAQ products, new efficiencies and opportunities in the residential market, how EPA rules impact recovery, leak detection, and repair, how automation and AI are improving efficiency, the debut of new heat pumps, the latest in sustainable cooling, four ways AI is streamlining HVAC, A2L alternatives in commercial refrigeration, how to retain new customers, key HVAC-related actions from Trump, and a look at the most innovative products shaping the industry.

Check back throughout the week for additional content.

2025 AHR Expo Hits Top HVAC Trends

Tariffs, regulation updates, A2Ls, AI, podcasts and more were on deck for HVAC's biggest trade show

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 27, 2025

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More than 50,000 HVAC professionals turned out for this year's AHR Expo in Orlando.

3 Recent Trump Administration HVAC Actions Explained

Tariffs, IRA freeze, and postponed efficiency standards will affect HVAC industry

Kyle Gargaro

February 26, 2025

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President Trump’s administration has made a lot of HVAC news in his first month on the job. Here is a look at what that means for HVAC contractors, distributors, and manufacturers.

Electrification and Decarbonization Goals

From commercial buildings to the residential market, manufacturers are investing in sustainability

Matt Jachman

February 25, 2025

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At the recent AHR Expo, manufacturers talked about HVAC products that help further the building electrification and decarbonization movement.

Equipping Techs for the Shift to A2L

Tool manufacturers talk FAQs, mythbusting, top tools for the A2L transition

Maria Taylor

March 6, 2025

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There are 4 main categories of tools to check for A2L compatibility, but that doesn’t mean HVAC technicians need to replace all their tools upfront.

What Today’s Consumers Want From IAQ Products

It’s not just about health, it’s also about smart controls and efficiency

Hannah Belloli

February 27, 2025

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Today’s consumers want solutions that improve IAQ, support decarbonization efforts, and are intelligent. And all types of consumers want them, meaning they have to be available no matter the size of the space.

Companies Touting System Efficiency Find Opportunities in the HVAC Residential Space

Matt Jachman

March 3, 2025

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Products that boost HVAC efficiency are appealing to homeowners, equipment providers said at the AHR Expo.

Strategies for Smarter Refrigerant Management

New EPA regulations focus on refrigerant recovery, leak detection, and repair

Joanna R. Turpin

February 28, 2025

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At the AHR Expo, companies showcased strategies and solutions aimed at helping contractors and end users comply with EPA’s refrigerant management regulations.

Smart Controls, Smarter Savings: How AI and Machine Learning are Changing the HVAC Landscape

With integrated new tech, the future of HVAC is smart automation

Dylan Kurt

February 26, 2025

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 AHR was ground zero for the general automation and efficiency-boosting market, as these devices continue to advance and optimize all sorts of equipment.

Heat Pumps and Water-Cooling Set to Dominate HVAC’s Sustainable Cooling Market

 New technologies introduced at the 2025 AHR Expo

Dylan Kurt

March 10, 2025

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As the demand to reduce heat in an efficient and environmentally sustainable way increases, manufacturers are looking toward water-cooling technologies and high-efficiency heat pumps

New Heat Pump Technologies Make Their Debut

Emerging heat pump solutions can be used in just about any application

Joanna R. Turpin

February 24, 2025

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Manufacturers at the AHR Expo showcased their emerging heat pump technologies, which are rapidly gaining traction as energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for heating and cooling.

How Smart HVACR Systems and AI Are Revolutionizing Remote Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Energy Optimization

HVAC manufacturers say AI is about to explode onto the scene in a very big way.

Maria Taylor

February 24, 2025

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The visibility AI and smart systems creates has value across the industry as well as to end-users.

Streamlining HVAC With AI

Today’s AI solutions saving businesses time

Hannah Belloli

February 25, 2025

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The HVAC industry has quickly caught on to the fact that AI can streamline business operations, so now they are looking to utilize each aspect of it. At the 2025 AHR Expo, manufacturers shared the trends they are focusing on to use AI to enhance business operations.

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A2Ls Offer Alternative Solution in Commercial Refrigeration

These low-GWP refrigerants offer energy savings and ease of installation and service

Joanna R. Turpin

March 6, 2025

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Low-GWP A2Ls provide a cost-effective alternative to pricier options like CO2 for commercial refrigeration equipment. They also feature a familiar architecture for technicians and deliver benefits such as energy efficiency and easier installation and maintenance.

Are They Really Your Customer?

One service call doesn’t mean a customer for life

Will Merritt

March 5, 2025

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It's difficult to re-acquire a customer - learn how to keep them the first time around.

Fujitsu General America Opens N.J. Training Center

February 24, 2025

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The 6,800-square-foot training center includes a dedicated laboratory for hands-on experience.

Carrier Introduces 3 Water-Source Heat Pumps

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 21, 2025

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All 50W-Series models include enhanced serviceability features, a wide variety of factory-installed options, and flexible configurations suitable for boiler tower, geothermal, and hybrid water loop systems, a press release from Carrier said.

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - March 10, 2025

March 10, 2025

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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.

RenewAire: ERV

March 3, 2025

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The HE7X’s 1,750 to 7,700 CFM offers an additional airflow range between the HE Series’ HE6X (1,500 to 6,600 CFM) and the HE8X (2,000 to 8,800 CFM).

ZONEFIRST: Home Climate Control Solution

March 7, 2025

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Utilizing the company’s Internet of Zoning (IoZ) technology, the Bliss Zoning System enables homeowners to easily manage both lighting and temperature settings through a single, user-friendly app, allowing for customized comfort in every zone.

Fujitsu: Heat Pump

March 7, 2025

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This premium system ensures indoor comfort even at outdoor temperatures as low as -22°F (-30°C) while maintaining high efficiency with a SEER2 rating of up to 33.5 SEER2. AIRSTAGE Orion XLTH+ offers superior heating performance, maintaining full rated (100%) capacity at -15°F (-26°C) and 90% rated capacity at -22°F (-30°C). Its compact outdoor unit, slim wall-mounted indoor unit, and extended line set lengths (up to 66 feet) simplify installation in almost any space.

Friedrich: Ductless and Universal Side Discharge Heat Pumps

March 10, 2025

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The new Floating Air line of Ductless heat pumps is the only line in the industry to feature FastPro technology that allows up to 40% faster installation and service.

During this webinar, we will discuss what acidic condensate is, how it’s formed, and the damage it can cause if not properly treated—while hitting on the latest regulations that are driving the adoption of condensing technology.

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2025 March 10

Cover Story

2025 AHR Expo Hits Top HVAC Trends

Feature Articles

3 Recent Trump Administration HVAC Actions Explained

Electrification and Decarbonization Goals

Equipping Techs for the Shift to A2L

What Today’s Consumers Want From IAQ Products

Companies Touting System Efficiency Find Opportunities in the HVAC Residential Space

Strategies for Smarter Refrigerant Management

Smart Controls, Smarter Savings: How AI and Machine Learning are Changing the HVAC Landscape

Heat Pumps and Water-Cooling Set to Dominate HVAC’s Sustainable Cooling Market

New Heat Pump Technologies Make Their Debut

How Smart HVACR Systems and AI Are Revolutionizing Remote Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Energy Optimization

Streamlining HVAC With AI

A2Ls Offer Alternative Solution in Commercial Refrigeration

Columns

Are They Really Your Customer?

Newsline

Fujitsu General America Opens N.J. Training Center

Carrier Introduces 3 Water-Source Heat Pumps

FYI

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - March 10, 2025

New HVAC Products

RenewAire: ERV

ZONEFIRST: Home Climate Control Solution

Fujitsu: Heat Pump

Friedrich: Ductless and Universal Side Discharge Heat Pumps

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