Top Newsmakers of 2009 Managing changes in the HVACR industry is comparable to running a marathon. Compensating for a construction bubble pop, a new president, recovery legislation, a renewed sustainability focus, a recession, and widespread speculation about climate change and health care laws to come, The NEWS’ Top Newsmakers of 2009 proved to be champions of endurance.
ACCA Meetings Merge in Orleans The Big Easy never rests, and the HVAC industry is alive and well. For two days, members of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) ignored talk of a business downturn and instead focused on a brighter day. What better place than the French Quarter to relax and concentrate on good times?
Bitzer’s Schaufler Expands Into U.S. Newsmaker Peter Schaufler, Senator h.c. and CEO of Bitzer SE, Sindelfingen, Germany, claims he is “not like other owners.” “I still have visions,” said Schaufler. Part of his vision in 2009 included expanding the company’s reach into the U.S. compressor market, beyond the company’s facility in the Atlanta area.
Berner International Corp.: Air Curtain Digital Controller The Intelliswitch 2™ digital controller is patented and designed exclusively for air curtain operation in commercial occupied spaces. It is factory-programmed/interfaced to operate with the Maxair and Zephyr air curtain models. The controller has user-friendly programming and diagnostics capabilities.
Advanced Antivibration Components: Spring Suspension Mounts Spring suspension mounts are designed to isolate suspended products that weigh 22-705 pounds. A common use for these vibration isolators involves their use in suspending piping in HVAC applications. The 11 mounts are identified as the V11Z71MKSH- Series constructed with a zinc-plated steel housing.
Johnson Controls: Multiposition Gas Furnaces The Luxaire LX Series of gas furnaces combines a compact design with high-efficiency performance. The unit’s 33-inch cabinet allows it to be installed where space is limited: basements, closets, alcoves, attics, recreation rooms, and garages. It features a simple multiposition design.
Ron Lyon works in the facilities department as
an HVACR technician at Bombardier Aerospace and is the second winner of the
Dealer Design Product Giveaway.
There are changes taking place in our industry that are unprecedented. The changes in efficiency were to be expected, along with working through the phase-out/phase-in of refrigerants.
Contractor
marketing expert Adams Hudson recognizes value. For years, this popular speaker
and coach has preached “value-based marketing” to contractors through his
website, live events, and numerous publications.
Manufacturers for the Week: 12/21/2009 Industrial Scientific names president/CEO; Marvair® chosen to receive share of funding to become Certified Work Ready facility; Automated Logic Corp. announces acquisition; Rinnai Corp. selects manufacturer’s representative.
Furnace Shipments Increase in October Furnace shipments are up according to October numbers released by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). U.S. factory shipments of gas-fired, warm-air furnaces totaled 236,599, an 8.6 percent increase compared with October 2008.
