National U of Singapore CLS (National University of Singapore Centre for Language Studies). December 5 (Thu), 9:00-19:00 in Singapore. Andy Kirkpatrick (Grifflth University, Australia), Dorothy M Chun (UC, Santa Barbara, USA), Sarah Mercer (University of Graz, Austria), Xiaoshi Li (Michigan State U, USA). Call for presentations closes April 30.

East Tokyo ETJ (ETJ East Tokyo (English Teachers in Japan)). November 17 (Sun), 14:00-16:00 in Tokyo. Tomoko Kikuchi.

National U of Singapore CLS (National University of Singapore Centre for Language Studies). December 5 (Thu) - 7 (Sat) 2024, at National University of Singapore.

Bacharach Inc., a manufacturer of refrigerant gas detection and combustion analyzers, is implementing an enhanced 24 hour priority calibration and repair service option out of their New Kensington, Pennsylvania, location to build upon the company’s current service support capabilities.

Renovate America has launched an online marketplace that gives homeowners a one-stop shop for browsing helpful renovation project advice, finding and selecting highly rated, quality-tested contractors, and comparing multiple financing options. With Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies expecting healthy growth in homeowner spending on remodeling through 2025, and with sustainability and energy-efficient upgrades among the fastest-growing market segments, the marketplace at the revamped renovateamerica.com is positioned to capitalize on key trends in home improvement.

EPA issued a final rule establishing a comprehensive program to cap and phase down the production and consumption of climate-damaging HFCs in the United States.

The major drivers of future-proofed HVAC systems are efficiency, resiliency, electrification, and grid-interactivity.

Efficiency and sustainability have become the center of attention for almost every industry today, including the water heating space.

When Sheridan College launched its Energy and Climate Master Plan, with the goal of cutting campus energy and greenhouse gas emissions by half, they realized that they would need to transform their heating and cooling system.

Thomas Yoon, president and CEO, LG North America CEO, addresses barriers to market growth at a recent White House executive roundtable. 

Danfoss North America recently signed a power purchase agreement with CIG Capital, a U.S.-based project financing firm, to purchase about 75 MW of solar power from a solar farm in Texas, starting in 2025.

The Associated Air Balance Council (AABC) installed new officers and directors for 2024-2026 during its Annual Meeting in Lost Pines, Texas.

Joshua Kelly will help guide SmartAC.com’s efforts as the company continues to innovate its Smart Agreements and connected home systems technology, a press release from SmartAC.com said.

Michigan’s share of the federal Home Efficiency Rebates funding totals nearly $211 million.

Dr. Spangler brings invaluable expertise to advance HVAC Excellence's mission of helping HVACR educational programs meet industry-established standards through programmatic accreditation.

Pureit offers a broad range of residential water-purification solutions, primarily in India.

WaterFurnace has launched the 7 Series, which the company said represents breakthroughs in energy efficiency, integrated technologies, communication capabilities, and comfort.

Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating’s new H2i R2-Series heat pumps provide year-round comfort, even in extreme climates. 

The unique valve design of V-traps makes them virtually trouble free. They are self-priming; you never have to add water to make them work. A self-sealing column of water, equal in height to the negative pressure in the air conditioner, automatically prevents air from entering the drain trap allowing the condensate to drain freely.

The new PRO-Cell™ Upgrade Assembly magnifies the power of purification when added to any Field Controls UV-16. These models can be upgraded with the addition of a PCUV-16UA, boosting their UVC germicidal performance.

New from FasTest for the HVACR market is the CoreMax SV, an advanced single port service valve with significant performance advantages over conventional service valves typically used in split system air conditioner systems.

Midea America Corp. has introduced the Premier Series, a completely refined inverter ductless system technology. While the majority of these provide 100% heating output at 5°F ambient temperatures, most offer 100% of the stated cooling capacity at -4°F, with a few attaining 100% cooling at -22°F.

The GPS-iClean is the world’s first self-cleaning, no-maintenance air purification system that can reduce particles, control odors, kill pathogens, and even save energy by reducing ventilation air requirements.

LG Art Cool™ Premier delivers unrivaled performance. Efficient and quiet (down to 17dB(A)) the duct-free air conditioning system delivers powerful heating performance down to -13°F.

LG Multi F heat pump systems provide air conditioning for two, three, four, or up to eight separate zones. With a variety of indoor units available, systems can be configured with all non-ducted, all ducted, or both non-ducted and ducted indoor units.

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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.

Kenneth D. Goodrich, managing partner of US Peach LLC, an HVAC and plumbing service provider, recently announced the acquisition of The Honest Plumber, Heating & Air, a Las Vegas-based air conditioning, heating, and plumbing company, and Walton’s Air Conditioning, based in Corona, California.

The Bill Howe Family of Companies announced it has earned the 2015 Angie’s List Super Service Award in six categories. The service company provides heating, air conditioning, restoration and flood remediation, and plumbing services in the San Diego area.

Cooper Oates Air Conditioning (COAC), a mechanical contractor serving northern California, has announced the appointment of James Biagioni as general manager, Service Division. Biagioni will be responsible for all operational aspects of the Service Division.

Nick Hughes didn't know what career he wanted to pursue when he left the U.S. Navy three years ago. Now, he will soon graduate from the two-year applied science in air conditioning technology program at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) as the recipient of the Post 9/11 Veterans Tools Award.

Harris Companies, a leading national mechanical contractor, announced it has purchased Quality Mechanical Contractors based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1971, Quality Mechanical specializes in industrial, commercial, and residential HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal fabrication.

A&B Properties Inc. (ABP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Alexander & Baldwin Inc., has partnered with Carbon Lighthouse, an energy services company, to implement a two-month pilot to identify energy efficiency initiatives for its commercial assets in Hawaii.

Air-Tro Inc., a heating and air conditioning contractor in Monrovia, California, announced that the company has won the 2016 Readers Choice Award for San Gabriel Valley. This is the third year in a row that the company has won the award.

With its new location, SupplyHouse.com will expand its Fast Track zip codes to the West Coast while still covering locations near its New Jersey and Ohio distribution centers.

This market is anticipated to grow with 5.9 percent compound annual growth rate during the forecast time period. Surge in the use of energy-efficient devices is expected to drive the growth of the global HVAC system market.

The Contractors Association of Kauai (CAK is offering multiple scholarships to Kauai residents seeking a career in a construction-related field of study.

As common as the duct leakage problem is, it’s also very easy to go in with less-than-adequate knowledge for solving the problem in customers’ homes due to all the possible variables in play.

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.

While exterior pollutants, such as smog and CO, may receive more attention, IAQ within a home can have serious effects on our physical and mental health, as well.

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association recently drew more than 500 people to a resort near Denver for its annual meeting and exposition.

NADCA’s annual Fall Technical Conference features hands-on training during which attendees can use real-world scenarios to develop practical skills.

It’s easy to forget that what is a regular day on the job for you is a significant event in the life of your customer.

This article will hopefully save the lives of a few TXVs and the pocketbooks of some customers.

Designed for tankless water heaters with integrated PRV and/or drain ports, this valve kit isolates the unit for servicing.

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

Many technicians believe that a vacuum pump actually pumps ‘liquid’ moisture out of a system. This is not true.

Replacing manual parts with electronic was the theme at Sanhua’s booth at the AHR Expo.

As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when a replacing a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV).

Liquid line restrictions cause the evaporator, compressor, and condenser to be starved of refrigerant, causing performance problems in refrigeration systems.