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Battery power, wireless connectivity, and integration with smartphone apps are some of the common features of newer smart tools for HVACR professionals. 

Continuous refrigeration monitoring helps contractors reduce emergency calls, improve fix rates, and shift refrigeration service from reactive troubleshooting to proactive, data-driven maintenance.

Jason Schreyer of Sunset Air and Home Services explains how contractors can help seasonal residents protect empty homes from humidity, storms, and system failures. 

This new analyzer provides precise monitoring of complex gas streams while delivering continuous, real-time data. 

In the HVACR industry, the potential for equipment to become smarter after its installation is still relatively new. But as manufacturers explore how connectivity and software can improve performance, reliability, and customer service, OTA updates are emerging as promising possibilities.  

The 2026 AHR Expo Innovation Awards recognize 10 standout HVACR products chosen for their innovation, creativity, practical application, and potential market impact. 

Most homeowners trust plug-in detectors to keep them safe from carbon monoxide — not realizing those alarms often won’t sound until CO has been circulating for hours. With heating equipment responsible for many CO leaks and testing inconsistencies across the field, HVAC contractors are uniquely positioned to educate customers, reduce liability, and offer monitoring solutions that shut down equipment before CO becomes dangerous.  

By proactively detecting and repairing leaks, operators can cut operating costs, extend equipment life, and stay ahead of both maintenance and compliance requirements.