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ACCA Meeting Brings HVAC Contractors to San Antonio

March 4, 2019

Conference veterans and newcomers alike are ready for the ACCA 2019 Conference and Expo in San Antonio, March 4-6. The events prepared for attendees range from guest speakers like Darren Woodson, former Dallas Cowboy and ESPN analyst, to breakout sessions that cover distributor relationships, marketing, payroll, opioids, and more. Held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, the theme of this year’s conference is to “Optimize.”

Barton James (left), interim president and CEO of ACCA. - The ACHR News

ACCA News: Delivered Direct From the Desk of the President and CEO

Barton James discusses his role and the association’s future

Angela D. Harris

March 4, 2019

The NEWS sat down with Barton James, interim president and CEO of ACCA, to talk about what he has experienced in his time as leader so far. The association’s relationships, the direction of ACCA, and what has been accomplished were discussed as he detailed what ACCA and its leadership team is working toward for contractors in 2019.

Department of Energy and FER - Rheem Furnace - The ACHR News

DOE Puts the FER in Furnaces

Good news for ECM motors: Furnace energy ratings could finally kick in this summer

Robert Beverly

February 25, 2019

When Independence Day rolls around this year, many manufacturing leaders will fire up the grill with a sigh of relief. Not only will they have the day off, but they will enjoy the first day of freedom from what has been five years of preparations for the first national efficiency standards for furnace fans.

Balanced Air and Johnson Controls Support Building Homes for Heroes

Balanced Air installed a donated York HVAC system in home for U.S. military veteran

February 22, 2019

Balanced Air partnered with other local contractors and Building Homes for Heroes during a welcome home ceremony in Parrish, Florida, for USA Sergeant First Class Andrew Gonzalez. Throughout his service, Gonzalez suffered many injuries that have impacted his mobility. His injuries require specific modifications to his home in order to live safely and focus on his recovery.

Napoleon Builds Out HVAC Appliance Line

Company seeks to make products stand out by giving them an appliance look

Maria Taylor

February 18, 2019

At the AHR Expo, Napoleon displayed a product mix that aimed to illustrate the company’s continued development and expansion into the residential HVAC channel in the U.S., ranging from an expanding line of gas furnaces, to an air conditioner and heat pump line, to a ductless product and vertical PTAC offering. Showcased was a new furnace designed and built for the residential new construction market.

Stephen Mock (left), plumber support manager, goes over how the EcoNet Smart Monitoring System works. - The ACHR News

Rheem Brands Roll Out the Red Carpet for AHR Booth Visitors

President announces company-wide sustainability initiative

Angela D. Harris

February 18, 2019

The company kicked off the AHR Expo with a press conference, where Chris Peel, president and CEO of Rheem, announced the company’s commitment to a sustainability platform — A Greater Degree of Good — as well as its 2025 sustainability commitments tied to ‘Designing for Zero Waste’ and its upcoming 100-year anniversary. Manufacturing products that demonstrate sustainability, decreased waste, and increased efficiency will become a stronger focus for Rheem.

Fujitsu Completes Its Residential and Commercial Unitary HVAC Lines

More changes expected to come

Angela D. Harris

February 18, 2019

Fujitsu General America Inc. has gone from 300 to over 3,000 SKUs in its offerings on the unitary product ducted line in approximately one year.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for November 2018

January 21, 2019

Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for October 2018

January 14, 2019

Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

Bosch Thermotechnology: Condensing Furnace

January 11, 2019

It is Energy Star rated and offers a two-stage gas valve that switches between high- and low-fire settings for added comfort and up to 96 percent AFUE heating efficiency.