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Micro-Air: Soft Starter Technology

The EasyStart Flex for residential and commercial HVAC is an advanced and versatile soft starter designed for all sizes of residential a/c units up to six tons (72,000 BTUs).




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Noritz: Water Heater

The Hybrid Hot Series merges the benefits of storage in a standard tank water heater with the efficiency of tankless into one unit.




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JCI-Hitachi Brings Commercial VRF System to North America

The air365 Max with HeatForce heat pump can operate at 100% heating capacity with outdoor temperatures as low as -13°F and at 90% capacity down to -22°F.




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Samsung, Lennox Announce Plans for Joint Venture

The joint venture will distribute Samsung ductless products in the U.S. and Canada as well as products branded “Lennox powered by Samsung,” which will be sold through Lennox stores and its direct-to-dealer network.




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ACCA Opens Nominations for its 2025 Awards Program

ACCA's annual awards recognize outstanding achievements in the HVACR industry, and the program is widely recognized as a celebration of the best of the best.





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Mid-City Supply Unveils $1.6 Million Renovation

Mid-City Supply invested $1.6 million in the renovation of its Michigan City, Indiana, location, expanding the new building to 18,600 square feet from its original 10,500 square feet, the company said.





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Rheem to acquire Nortek Global HVAC

NGH, whose brand lines include Frigidaire, Maytag, Miller, Broan, Gibson, Intertherm, Partner’s Choice, and other private labels, will join Rheem’s Global Air division.




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FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 6, 2023

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.




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FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 20, 2023

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.




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FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - November 4, 2024

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.




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Big or Small, Snowmelt Systems Carry the Load

Hydronic snowmelt systems can bring convenience and comfort to places like zoos, sidewalks, decks, pools, and driveways — but they can also save lives.




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Applied Technologies of New York Hosts Future Fuels Symposium 2023 on Fossil Fuel Alternatives

Future Fuels Symposium 2023 on Fossil Fuel Alternatives will discuss the benefits of hydrogen blends and bio-fuels and related solutions, including a new low nitrogen oxides (NOx) technology and UL-approved burners capable of firing hydrogen blends designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.





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Bosch Thermotechnology Rebrands as Bosch Home Comfort Group

The rebranding from Bosch Thermotechnology to Bosch Home Comfort Group reflects the company’s innovative product portfolio and commitment to electrification.




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Nationwide 350 hp Boiler Tests at Ultra-Low NOx

The third-party test was conducted at the Superior Boiler factory in Hutchison, Kansas, by Montrose Air Quality Services.




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Letters From Our Readers: November 4, 2019

The article provided valuable information on maintenance and cleanliness issues related to refrigeration equipment in restaurants and c-stores.




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Troubleshooting Puzzle: A Walk-in Freezer That’s not Performing

In this month’s troubleshooting situation, you are responding to a restaurant manager’s call for service, and the equipment is a walk-in freezer.




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Staying Safe with CO₂: Key Basics You Need to Know

Although CO2 systems may seem a bit more complicated than HFC DX systems, they are actually quite similar, with the main difference being CO2’s higher pressure.




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New Cooling Technologies Could Revolutionize HVACR

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




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New Technology Can Decompose Refrigerants

A new technology has been developed that can decompose refrigerants, using a catalyst made from industrial waste called “red mud.'’ 




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The Future of Refrigeration: Adapting HVACR Training for CO₂ Technologies

As the industry continues to evolve, it’s essential for HVACR contractors to embrace comprehensive training programs that address both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience with CO2 systems.




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Innovative Cooling Methods to Reduce Emissions and Increase Efficiency

New cooling technologies that promise to revolutionize the way climate control is approached are emerging in the HVACR industry.




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Uponor Named Minnesota Manufacturer of the Year

Uponor North America (Uponor) has been named the 2018 Minnesota Manufacturer of the Year in the large-company category by the Manufacturers Alliance. This is the first time in the association’s history they have honored a company twice.




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CEO of SENSIT Technologies Wins Business Worldwide Magazine Award

The CEO awards program seeks to honor C-level executives from around the world and across multiple industries, focusing on the personalities who drive successful corporations and organizations.




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Lennox Runs First “Feel the Love” HVAC Install in Iowa

Through the program, Lennox helps families in need by donating a state-of-the-art HVAC system, then having the equipment installed by a local Lennox dealer free of charge.




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Changing Compressor Technology

The move to A2L refrigerants means compressors in new a/c and heat pump systems will have different features than older models. Three compressor manufacturers say they’re prepared.




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The Digitalization of Refrigeration Technology

Digitalization is a technological paradigm shift that is transforming our lives, and is set to have a compelling impact on the cold chain.




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Experience Center is Uponor's New Training Space

The Uponor Experience Center is part of the company's North American headquarters campus and is surrounded by corporate offices, a research and design facility, and manufacturing space.




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Rheem Opens Innovation Learning Center in Arkansas

Rheem's new Innovation Learning Center is a $5 million facility designed to meet the training needs of specialists in Rheem's air-conditioning and water-heating divisions.




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Online HVACR Training Program Now Offered in Spanish

Providing accessible and effective virtual HVACR education in Spanish is a significant step toward meeting the growing demand for skilled technicians, HVACRedu.net said.




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HVAC Drives Technology Boosts Data and Safety

Location isn’t everything, but it helps. Just ask homeowners selling their property, or restaurant owners. In the HVAC world, it also rings true for some motors and drives and the professionals who work with them. That includes contractors, even if maybe not in the way that one would expect. Some current and next-gen drives will make location matter in a new way: Contractors can spend more time further away from the equipment itself.




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Refrigeration Technologies LLC: Refrigeration Control

This product introduces two fan speeds to evaporator fans: low speed when no refrigerant is needed and high speed only during active cooling.




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Variable Speed Technology is Trending in Tomorrow’s Motors

Here is the trending technology that three motor manufacturers are saying will improve the future of motors in HVAC.




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How Inverter Technology Revolutionized HVAC Systems

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.




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Behind the Scenes: A Look at Regal Rexnord’s All-Electric Innovations

To serve customers who want to decarbonize and become more efficient, the folks at Regal Rexnord are leveraging new technology to meet new standards.




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Cash, Check, or Credit for Now, But Future HVAC Payments Are Going Mobile

Contractors discuss the various payment options for customers.




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HVAC Veteran Goodrich Completes Turnaround and Sale of Sonoran Air

Kenneth Goodrich, CEO of US Peach LLC, a provider of HVAC and plumbing services under multiple brands, has announced the turnaround and sale of one of its portfolio companies, Phoenix-based Sonoran Air, to Mauro Calderon.




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Harris Companies Appoints Michel Michno as President of Construction

Harris Companies, a leading national mechanical contractor with several locations across the country, has announced the appointment of Michel Michno as the company’s new president of construction. Michno has more than 30 years of construction industry experience.




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Economist Says HVAC Contractors Will Grow Their Bottom Lines in 2018

SAN ANTONIO — For years, one of the highlights of the Mechanical Contractors Association of America’s (MCAA’s) Annual Convention has been the economic forecast offered by Brian Beaulieu, CEO of ITR Economics in Manchester, New Hampshire.




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New Refrigerants are (Almost) Here - What You Need to Know

Home builders need to begin preparing for the big refrigerant shift that is quickly approaching.




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Air Movement Technologies, Regulations Shape Market Trends

Current trends are pointing toward unprecedented technological advances in the air movement sector.




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AMCA to Present Free Webinars on Air-System Engineering, Technology

AMCA will launch the Air System Engineering and Technology (ASET) series of free webinars on topics impacting air systems in buildings.




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Hunter Industrial Donates Fans to Organ Transplant Non-Profit

Hunter Industrial, a division of the Hunter Fan Company, has donated and installed two HVLS fans to DCI Logistics.




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Trane and STULZ USA Announce Strategic Agreement

Trane and Stulz USA announced a strategic OEM supply sales agreement for the United States and Canadian markets.




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Enginia North America, a brand of Herr Technologies LLC: Air Handler Safety Handle

This patented hinge/handle system allows an air handler door to be opened in either direction or removed completely.




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Unico Announces Alliance With Ecoer

Unico System, in conjunction with Ecoer, announced a corporate alliance at the recent AHR Expo that will offer an inverter heat pump optimized to pair with Unico’s small duct air handlers.




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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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SPX Announces Purchase of SGS Refrigeration Inc.

SPX Corporation has completed the acquisition of SGS Refrigeration Inc., based in Dixon, Illinois.




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Condenser Technology Aims for Convenience, Quiet Operation

A look around the world of condensers these days shows three factors driving changes.




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Refrigeration and Ice Machine Markets Boast Cool Innovations

This year’s Dealer Design Awards gold winning product in the Refrigeration and Ice Machine category is the Quantum Air™ Remote Air Cooled Condenser from Heat Transfer Products Group Inc.




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Ice-O-Matic Announces Personnel Changes to Sales Team

Alex Tappé, vice president of sales and marketing at Ice-O-Matic, announced organizational changes to its sales team.