Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for March 2019 May 27, 2019 No Comments Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.Read More
When Heat Pumps Are the Right Decision They can offer relief to utilities, homeowners, and the environment Maria Taylor May 20, 2019 No Comments As electric and natural gas costs increase, sales of energy-efficient technology — like heat pumps — get a boost.Read More
The Importance of Correctly Sizing HVAC Systems Review the three load types to ensure right-sized HVAC systems for your customers Jesse Marcus May 20, 2019 No Comments Accurately calculating heating and cooling loads — or the requirements of a home — is an essential element of properly sizing an HVAC system.Read More
Strategic Marketing Maketh the Man — and the HVAC Company, Too The NEWS spoke with Air Pros' founder about what’s behind the company's rapid growth Maria Taylor May 20, 2019 No Comments “It’s not being afraid to be innovative. It’s not being afraid to step out of the comfort zone and look for other ways to attract customers.”Read More
What Happens When HVAC Competitors Cooperate? Five Star Guys and its shared marketing point toward successful collaboration Robert Beverly May 20, 2019 No Comments Seven HVAC contractors formed a loose confederation for coordinated marketing efforts and shared customer service standards, and it's working.Read More
Chances Are, Your HVAC Technicians Think You Aren't Paying Them Enough Whether you realize it or not, techs often feel they are underpaid when they see a project invoice Butch Welsch May 20, 2019 No Comments Correcting common misconceptions about the cost of running your business will improve employee satisfaction.Read More
The Latest in Heat Pump Trends There's an increased recognition in this market sector as uses continue to expand Maria Taylor May 20, 2019 No Comments Heat pumps are gaining popularity in the Northeast and Northwest, even into Canada, as well as traditional markets where their acceptance is secure.Read More
Hydronics Offer Unique Options for Residential Heating Can provide health benefits, comfort, and energy efficiency Maria Taylor May 20, 2019 No Comments In today’s world of HVAC, baseboard heating and under-floor radiant heating systems are evolving for smart systems, zoning, and ease of installation.Read More
Six of the Newest Heat Pumps on the Market Heat Pumps Product Roundup Maria Taylor May 20, 2019 No Comments Improvements in heat-pump technology allow them to run at lower speeds, cut down energy use, and reduce homeowners’ bills.Read More
Project Files: Episode 18 — Duluth Ice Arena Converts to Opteon XP40 Maria Taylor May 17, 2019 No Comments The rink at Mars Lakeview Arena in Duluth, Minnesota, maintained a full-size ice sheet with 1,750 pounds of R-22. The converted DX chiller system runs on a non-ozone depleting, low-GWP refrigerant , R-449A.Read More