More and more travelers are ranking air quality as an important factor when deciding where to stay — here’s how the HVAC industry can help tip the scales for hotels.

Danfoss has released a new compressor for the North American market.

The s-MEXT indoor unit, a Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) unit for I.T. cooling applications, includes uses such as small-to-medium- sized data rooms, cell phone and cable TV/telephone/internet provider relay stations, medical imaging equipment cooling and critical cooling infrastructure applications, laboratories, archives and libraries. 

The Tech Center offers space for cross-team collaborative work and a view of the Arkansas River with downtown Tulsa in the distance.

Thermogenics’ acquisition of Industrial Engineering Boiler further expands its service capabilities within the US Southeast.

ABMA's Boiler 2024 is scheduled for May 1-3, 2024, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, just outside Denver.

The EERS required Indiana’s electric utilities to cut energy delivery by an average of 2 percent annually, as well as providing home energy assessments, low-income weatherization, and efficiency rebates for businesses, homeowners, and schools. In 2014, Indiana legislature passed SEA 340 to cancel the EERS. Then Gov. Mike Pence did not veto or sign the bill, so it became law, and Indiana became the first state to repeal its energy efficiency standard.

The HVAC industry is currently primed to utilize and contribute to big tech trends and is gearing up to be on the center stage of global change.

It’s important to keep finding new ways to integrate technology into your daily workflows to increase your company’s efficiency and profitability.

If an HVAC contractor possesses knowledge pertaining to IAQ solutions and how to approach the subject with a homeowner, they are in a good spot to sell the equipment.

The most successful trainers are those who realize just how to connect with Gen Z.

The flow control industry has stubbornly clung to pneumatic actuators, specifically in the American market, for decades.

With the recent surge of interest in IAQ options, consumers might easily forget that those components must still work within a system.

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

The key to high close ratios and record sales is listening … listening to find, to be exact. Listen to understand their point of view, their challenges, their concerns, their objectives.

Paced by continued demand for projects such as new education and health care facilities, public safety, and government buildings, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) increased in June following fluctuations earlier this year.

A new report, “Global Construction 2030,” forecasts that the volume of construction output will grow by 85 percent to $15.5 trillion worldwide by 2030, with three countries — China, the U.S., and India — leading the way and accounting for 57 percent of all global growth.

The benefits of building information modeling (BIM) and other technology advancements that allow the exchange of information on design and construction projects, including improving labor productivity and reducing costs for construction companies, are just the beginning of what can be achieved, according to a new study.

Manufacturers in the realm of IAQ are seeing an uptick in interest due to increased awareness among consumers as well, as the air quality concerns that come as a byproduct of efforts to tighten up buildings to increase energy efficiency. In response, they’ve been updating IAQ products for the age of the smartphone and the “smart” HVAC system.

Designing a forced-air system for proper air movement and efficiency is a challenge faced by multiple players in the HVAC industry.

This product forces heated or cooled air down to floor level, eliminating temperature layers in the ceiling space.

The 2019 edition of ASHRAE/IES 90.1 will use the new fan energy index (FEI) as the metric for efficiency provisions.

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

HVLS fans offer an affordable and effective solution for large-scale ventilation, as well as demonstrating success in smaller applications.

At the 2020 AHR Expo, Broan-NuTone introduced Overture, a fully automated, cloud-connected, whole-home IAQ system that monitors and optimizes air in the home.

Lennox’s SL280NV Ultra Low NO_X 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 NO_X per joule.

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.

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

Responding to increased public awareness of the importance of healthy indoor air quality, the hospitality industry is stepping up its game when it comes to providing guests with fresher, cleaner, and, sometimes, sanitized indoor air.

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

The industry touches our lives directly, and an HVACR-literate public would be a boon to it.

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.

Uncover why change is vital in the HVAC sector and how embracing growth can significantly spark new momentum for your home improvement business.

With modern technology, HVAC contractors can leave paperwork behind, and instead share information in real-time.

Packaged rooftop units are the workhorses of the commercial market, providing cooling to approximately 60% of U.S. commercial building floor area.

What should you consider when choosing a combustible gas leak detector?

The 48,000-square-foot facility aims to streamline Endress+Hauser's global product distribution.

New window units are quiet and efficient, and HVAC contractors may want to consider offering them to customers who need them on an emergency – or long-term – basis.

Smart tools continue to grow in the HVACR industry, spurring manufacturers to create connected, digital devices that will make work in the field less manual and more automatic.

Lack of comfort is a highly overlooked reason for poor sleep. Most people don't know that inadequate rest is a leading cause of various medical problems.

Motivated both by rising energy costs and sustainability concerns related to climate change, consumers have grown more desirous of energy-efficient living.

ABC argues the rule could end up hurting legitimate contractors in the building trades, who are already strapped for workers.

In comments to EPA’s proposed rule regarding HFC management, many HVACR stakeholders expressed concern over issues including tracking cylinders, training technicians, and reclaiming refrigerant.

“While the recent news is a formality, it makes the victory over these burdensome regulations official."

Honing in on the high-end heating market, there have been several changes over the years, but four primary trends stand out among the rest: connectivity, efficiency, aesthetics and health, and upgraded technology.

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.

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

The Inflation Reduction Act’s major incentive for the installation of a qualified geothermal system is a 30% federal clean energy credit, which can be used at filing time to offset taxes owed or add to any refund.

As HVAC providers, we have the ability to advise homeowners, builders, and property managers on ways to improve their indoor air quality.

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