This issue of The ACHR NEWS explores six strategies for HVAC success in a tough economic climate, the effort on the ground in Washington D.C. to halt DOE appliance efficiency measures, the confusion over the “heat pump” name when it comes to A/C, the benefits of a properly managed vehicle fleet, the value offered by “high-end” systems,” the importance of online reviews, rebates returning to the Florida budget, one bad habit plaguing the industry, how to troubleshoot electronic expansion valves in walk-ins, the return of the NEWS’ “40 under 40” contest, along with the latest SNIPS NEWS and new HVAC products.
This issue of The ACHR NEWS reveals the three things Millennial homeowners want from their HVAC contractors, details of an arrest related to HFC smuggling, the 2024 Residential Cooling Showcase, technical information on new residential products from 2024, why contractors should offer geothermal, an industry update from an ACCA panel, nine methods for installing radiant systems, guest columns from David Richardson and Omar Kaywan, Kyle Gargaro’s opinion on “repair or replace” options, and the latest from SNIPS NEWS.
This issue of The ACHR NEWS takes a look at the residential market shifting from replace to repair, the heat pump rollout picking up speed, installation considerations for ductless mini-split retrofits, heat pump rooftop units expanding their market, new smart tools for HVAC professionals, what to know about the new era of airflow tech, how to successfully rebrand a business, repairing damaged electrical wires, charging refrigeration systems with blended refrigerants, the future of refrigerant reclamation, a roundtable discussion with HVACR wholesalers, how to maximize vendor relationships, putting AI to work in the trades, and details on several new products.
This issue of The ACHR NEWS highlights what HVAC industry professionals are projecting for 2024, the current state of the industry for distributors, contractors, manufacturers, and education, social media resolutions every business should be implementing this year, why contractors should consider adding combustion testing, tips for geothermal success, how long HVAC equipment should really last, the benefits of compressor time delay relays, ways to digitize workflows, what impact the economy will have on the construction industry in 2024, how contractors can improve the workforce, the safety and health opportunities facing contractors, and more.
This issue of The ACHR NEWS celebrates this year’s class of NEWSmakers, examines the effectiveness of UV-C in health care applications, gathers input from contractors regarding CO₂ refrigeration systems, describes the dangers of oil in an evaporator, pinpoints the role of separating grids in ice machine evaporators, reminisces about a contractor’s first CO call, offers research into HVAC purchasing decisions, explains when to let an employee go, and much more.