JALT (The Annual International Conference of the Japan Association for Language Teaching). November 15 (Fri), 13:30-19:00 in Shizuoka. Call for proposals ends March 10th, 2024.

ELT Calendar is the source for information on workshops, seminars and conferences for language teachers in every part of Japan. There are 27 upcoming events currently listed on the calendar.

Nanzan University (Nanzan University Language Education Seminar). November 23 (Sat) 2024, at Nanzan University, Nagoya; and online.

The tenth in our series on the lower limb is on Developmental Internal Rotation - Femoral and Obturator Nerves.
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EVAPCO has introduced its newly redesigned website: evapco.com. The website has a fresh new look and easier navigation. The company has adopted a responsive design to offer similar appearance, navigation and information whether using a desktop, tablet or smartphone.

Homeowners looking to add solar, EV chargers, high-efficiency heat pumps, and more will soon have access to numerous tax incentives and rebates. HVAC contractors may want to consider offering more of these products and services.

Though it is time-intensive, regular evaluations drive growth by improving clarity, job satisfaction, and performance, while fostering continuous dialogue that aligns individual goals with organizational success.

Leaders from five service contracting companies from the plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical industry joined contributing NEWS columnist Al Levi at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge in Phoenix on November 15-16, 2017 for The 7-Power Contractor® Build Your Operating Manuals Program Workshop.

Although ductwork doesn’t require quite as much maintenance as other HVAC equipment does, there are steps to be taken to ensure its longevity, safety, and efficient operation.

Duct renovation is not a silver bullet. Instead, it’s an important piece of the overall comfort system.

There are varying types of symptoms that can occur when a refrigeration system has an overcharge of refrigerant.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has taken the helm of an investigation since it was a workplace fatality.

The foundation of success for HVAC pros lies in establishing client relationships, recognizing that being the initial point of contact during times of need is paramount.

Record heat waves are driving up energy costs, but what can the HVAC industry do to mitigate some of those expenses?

"Baking the cost of a humidifier or dehumidifier into a full system offering is the trend today,” said Tom Ruse.

HVACR innovations present and past characterized the MARS booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.

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.

For contractors in humid climates, a lot of the comfort they provide is through being able to control humidity levels, which can be aided by adding a secondary dehumidification system.

The boilerwize FPC-1000 is the first-ever field configurable low water cutoff device. Its patented technology monitors water level condition, ensures protection and safety for steam and hot water systems.

O’Rourke will continue to service accounts throughout North America, working in cooperation with Mestek’s network of sales representatives, wholesale distributor partners, and contractors.

When faced with a leaky coil on a reach-in cooler, a decision needs to be made whether to repair or replace it. The final decision may come down to where the leak is located.

New HVACR cooling innovations promise to enhance sustainability and improve energy efficiency. 

In the sixth installment of this series, we ask if A2L refrigerants are as flammable as propane or hydrocarbons.

Gov. John Kasich and the legislature targeted funding in the state capital budget to assist Ohio’s public universities, community colleges, and career technical centers in providing the most up-to-date education possible, part of an effort to provide a skilled workforce for in-demand jobs.

Little by little, a compressor’s lubricating oil will eventually escape the compressor’s crankcase and enter the system’s tubing.

Compressor manufacturers have been improving the products on multiple fronts in recent months.

Any compressor that gets too hot or is overheated is subject to premature wear between its internal moving parts.

There are a few different things HVAC contractors can check to ensure proper compressor function. This article highlights seven of them.

End users are looking for more from their systems than just reliable cooling; they also want sustainable equipment that features better energy efficiency and low-GWP solutions. Several compressor manufacturers have happily obliged.

Business Uncensored partnered with Service World Expo to provide a joint event for contractors pursuing excellence in their local markets.

A few months on the other side of the summer’s FER implementation, we check-in with aftermarket motor veterans and a furnace manufacturer.

Inverter technology is being incorporated into a wider range of HVAC systems, allowing the equipment to operate at lower speeds and consume less energy, which results in significant energy savings and lower carbon emissions.

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Vahe Kuzoyan, ServiceTitan president.

Superseding AMCA Publication 511-21, AMCA Publication 511-21 (Rev. 12-22) outlines technical procedures and the proper presentation of data for the certification of air-control devices through the AMCA Certified Ratings Program (CRP).

Frost on an evaporator coil will prevent the correct amount of airflow across the coil. Anytime the evaporator coil experiences reduced airflow across its face, there will be a reduced heat load on the coil.

This unit is a semi-custom fabricated air handler that can utilize direct or indirect evaporative cooling or a combination of both to meet specific usage and dimensional requirements.

AI-enabled HVAC systems can offer benefits for building owners and occupants. By monitoring and analyzing conditions inside a space, as well as outdoors, the system can constantly make adjustments to the environment based on the data being collected.

Chris Forth, vice president of codes, standards and environmental affairs at Johnson Controls Inc., told a group of AHR attendees the industry can increase equipment installations with the help of the tax incentives and consumer rebates in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

Evapco had an exciting fourth quarter of 2017, and they used the 2018 AHR Expo to build upon that success.

This product has a new modular construction scheme with the thermal performance of the company’s patented nuCore Heat Exchanger.

Designed to maximize reliability and uptime, this product allows technicians to stay dry while safely inspecting the basin with an internal walkway.

Can the type of ultraviolet light known as UV-C light kill the novel coronavirus? Manufacturers are not making that claim … yet.

The higher the inlet water temperature, the more sensible heat must be removed from the water and the longer the freeze cycle. The latent heat removed causes the water to change state, thus producing ice.

If an ice machine evaporator has a grid design, it can separate from the evaporator plate over time, causing ice to form between the two parts, causing problems.

Diverse examples show the importance of air movement and the creative ways in which contractors and manufacturers have dealt with it successfully.

Volunteering a total of 244 hours of work, Arista’s employees put their skills and passion towards a great cause.

Add “increased risk of theft” to the growing list of concerns HVAC contractors face as they grapple with a shortage of supplies and equipment. Both HVAC equipment and service vehicles prove prime targets for thieves.

The grant will provide state-of-the-art technology and equipment for industrial training programs such as mechatronics, information technology and cybersecurity, HVAC, construction management, welding, and more.

The annual sales growth for the 12 months through September 2024 is an increase of 2.3%. 

While servicing equipment, technicians should be on the lookout for sources of potential future leaks, as well as follow good service practices to prevent creating leaks.