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Residential HVAC Equipment Designed With Contractors in Mind

Lennox’s SL280NV Ultra Low NOX gas furnace was built to address a market need in the South Coast and San Joaquin air quality districts in California, which require the reduction of emissions to 14 nanograms of NOX per joule.




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York Mission Critical AHUs Enhance Efficiency, Reliability in Data Centers

The York® Mission Critical Direct Evaporative Cooling (DEC) Air Handling Units (AHUs) from Johnson Controls Inc. are designed to meet data centers’ specific needs.




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The Customer Experience is a Matter of Mindset and Process

When customers call your service company, it’s for one thing — your expertise. They don’t want a price, the problem fixed, the fast and cheap solution, etc. like many technicians think. They want good information and possibly a little guidance to make a good decision.




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Diagnosing Refrigeration Restrictions: Similar Symptoms With Different Causes

Refrigeration systems can become restricted in both their high and low sides for a variety of reasons.




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Checklists Can Help Determine What Is Causing the Problem in a Refrigeration System

There are several reasons why the compressor discharge temperature of a refrigeration system can be high when the condensing temperature is not, and a checklist can help a technician figure out the root problem.




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New Ice Micro-Factory Unveiled In Florida

The world’s first autonomous ice micro-factory is designed to help eliminate middle-mile logistics to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions, water waste, and plastic pollution.




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The Growth in the Ductless Mini-Split Market: A Contractor Perspective

The ductless market has grown significantly in the U.S. in the last 20 years. What was once a fringe product has become a prominent subset of the HVAC world.




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2024 Top Women in HVAC: Misty Haynes

I aspire to mentor young female professionals in the HVACR space. Especially the women that desire to advance professionally while carrying the load as single parents.




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The Role of AI in Indoor Air Quality Optimization

AI promises to revolutionize IAQ, but first, it needs to overcome several challenges, like unreliable data, incomplete automation, and gimmicky solutions that fail to deliver real value.




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Optimizing Efficiency in Your HVAC Business

Read this eBook to find out more on software solutions that help contractors reduce wasted time and cost.




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Latest Version of Work Van Shows Consumer Feature Migrating to Commercial Vehicles

The latest version of the ProMaster work van from Ram, the truck division of Stellantis, offers many features previously only available on consumer vehicles.




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Four Ways Software Can Help With the Labor Shortage & How to Maximize It

Software can increase productivity, better manage labor, encourage retention, and keep things consistent and organized. But it’s up to HVACR contractors to choose the right software and take the proper stops to implement it.




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The Promise Of Artificial Intelligence In Chillers And Rooftops

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most promising — and exciting — technologies to come to the HVACR industry in a long time.




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Lennox: ‘Overwhelming Response’ to New RTU

A Model L rooftop unit was the dominant display at the Lennox International booth at the recent AHR Expo in Las Vegas.




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New CEO Continues Tradition of Family Leadership at Nibco

Ashley Martin joined Nibco in 2012 and most recently served as president and COO since 2023. Before that, she held the position of executive vice president.




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AAON Receives $174.5 Million in Orders from Data Center

Under these orders, AAON will provide a custom-designed thermal management system supporting a liquid cooling deployment for the customer's data centers.




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Heat Pumps Dominate Residential Cooling Scene at AHR

In the realm of residential cooling, two trends popped out at the 2023 AHR Expo: the new federal tax credits and heat pumps.




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

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




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Project Files: Episode 67 — Variable-Speed A/C in Miami Humidity

The Endeavor Line provides tech-savvy and environmentally mindful consumers like the Horwitzes with smart home compatibility and sustainable features.




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Revolutionizing Comfort: How Advanced HVAC Technology Is Transforming Living Conditions

Since its inception, air conditioning has saved lives and driven technological innovation – take a deep dive into its transformative role.




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How Low-Temperature Absorption Chillers Can Optimize Food and Beverage Processing

By splitting the absorption process into two steps, lithium bromide solution concentrations are lower in the system, enabling lower hot water temperatures within the generator, lower hot water flow rates, and the elimination of crystallization risk within the chiller.




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HVAC Manufacturers Remain Committed to Hand Tool Market

While “smart” tools and tablets are becoming more and more common in an HVAC tech’s toolbox, there are still plenty of things an app just can’t do.




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Fieldpiece Puts Techs in the Driver’s Seat With Customizable HVACR Tools

The Fieldpiece booth commanded a lot of attention on the show floor at this year’s AHR Expo in Atlanta. Those who didn’t have time to wait in line to find out why may be wondering, “What was all the rage about?”




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Nest Pro Virtual Summit Highlights Partnership Between Google and HVAC Contractors

When homeowners purchase a Nest product, Google will connect the customers to a qualified installer, a “Nest Pro.”




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Extending the Mini-Split Map

Developments in zoning capabilites have brought mini splits into the multiroom realm. And it goes without mention that the march of engineering progress has taken ductless systems on the road, into parts of the country where no mini split has ever gone before.




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Mini-Split Public Awareness is Spreading

Different areas have particular needs and also embrace new technology at different speeds.




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Mini Splits Continue to Revolutionize the HVAC Industry

While ductless HVAC is not without its flaws, the technology has evolved exponentially to now provide customers with numerous configurations at affordable prices appropriate for nearly every application, which is music to the ears of entrepreneurial contractors.




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Training Is Huge When It Comes to Troubleshooting Mini-Split Systems

Once only found in mild climates, the technology now stretches across the U.S., thanks to advances in inverter technology and zone controls. On the other hand, the level of sophistication in these systems sometimes makes them difficult to troubleshoot when something goes wrong.




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Fujitsu: Mini Splits

This product line features voice-activated control through the Google Assistant on smart speakers, if the mini split has built-in Wi-Fi.




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Fujitsu General Mini-Split Systems Qualify for Energy Star 2019 Most Efficient Listing

Many of Fujitsu General America’s Halcyon mini-split system products now qualify for Energy Star Most Efficient certification.




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Cooper&Hunter: Single-Zone Mini-Split

The 25 SEER model is a wall mount unit with Wi-Fi capabilities, a silver ion filter, a cold catalyst filter, and a GoldFin anti-corrosive coating.




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Mini-Splits Make for Comfort, Convenience, and Healthy Indoor Living

The two-story lake house totals 4,600 square feet above ground and 2,000 finished square feet in the daylight basement.




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Ducted Mini-Split Air Handlers Offer Flexibility

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.




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A Capital Cost and Energy Saving Approach to Chilled Water HVAC with Zero Emissions Potential

The proposed new approach to chilled water HVAC systems promises to provide significant capital cost savings, energy cost savings, and a path to eliminate CO2 emissions.




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Project Files: Episode 61 — All-Electric, Zero-Carbon Michigan Home

This Michigan home is proof that even when achieving high-level green building standards, more can be done to improve sustainability.




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Creating Thermal Energy Networks in Rochester, Minnesota

As Rochester city leaders set the ambitious goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050, the challenge is now how to follow through.




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Optimizing HVACR Efficiency with Smaller Diameter Copper Tubes

Efficient refrigeration and HVAC systems are essential to energy management and operational cost of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.




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Breaking the Code: Controlling Humidity and Particulate to Meet Building Standards

While balanced ventilation does have energy benefits, there is a misconception about its ability to reduce humidity.




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How Can A Direct Drive Design Optimize Cooling Tower Performance?

A variable speed drive (VSD) controls the speed of the high-torque, direct-drive motor for optimal fan operation.




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Maximizing Indoor Air Quality Without Sacrificing Energy Efficiency

The proper application of modern HVAC technologies can help maximize indoor air quality while minimizing losses in operational efficiency.




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Public Review of Proposed Revisions to ACCA Manual SPS (HVAC Design for Swimming Pools and Spas)

The 30-day ANSI public review period closes May 14.  




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10 Things to Know Before Your First Mini-Split Call

The first time a technician has to tackle a ductless mini-split can be nerve-racking, but by following these 10 tips, the job can be done without all the anxiety.




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Economizers Offer Many Benefits for Rooftop Units, Air Handlers

Economizers used in rooftop units and air handlers are multipurpose devices that can improve both the energy efficiency and indoor environment in a wide range of commercial buildings.




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Industry Responds as Companies Commit to Battling Climate Change

Corporate America is making pledges to take action against climate change, which is opening up opportunities for HVAC contractors.




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Hamid Sarshar Named President of TESCO Controls

Hamid Sarshar will lead the 50-year-old company into the next strategic phase of growth and innovation within the UFT platform.





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Testing, Monitoring Products Designed with the User in Mind

Many new testing and monitoring products were on display last month at the AHR Expo in Orlando, Florida, where manufacturers showcased and demonstrated their newest, smartest products.




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HVAC Tools Are Becoming More Advanced, Leading to Profit Opportunities

Investing in the right tools will save your employees’ time and avoid delaying repairs in the rush of summer.




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Name Has Changed, But ASHB’s Mission Remains

CABA was founded in 1988. As ASHB, its mission — to empower connectivity among people, spaces, and technology to deliver a more livable, sustainable, and efficient connected world — remains unchanged.




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Homeowners Look for Individual Comfort Amidst Pandemic

If zoning technology was available before the pandemic, why has it taken so long for it to become an option that homeowners now consider?




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Hybrid Heat Pumps Offer Practical Compromise

Hybrid systems offer a pathway that balances environmental concerns with practical considerations, ensuring a more sustainable and feasible transition towards cleaner energy sources.