Joanna R. Turpin

Detect and Protect: Everything Techs Need to Know About RDSs

Manufacturers offer resources and guidance on refrigerant detection systems

December 16, 2024

Starting in 2025, most new comfort cooling systems will use lower-GWP, mildly flammable refrigerants, which include a safety feature called the refrigerant detection system (RDS), which detects leaks and can be factory or field installed.

HVAC OEMs Help Contractors Cash in on IRA Incentives

New tools help dealers unlock billions in consumer rebates and tax credits

Joanna R. Turpin

December 12, 2024

HVAC manufacturers are empowering contractors with tools and other resources to unlock IRA incentives for customers, helping boost sales and consumer confidence.

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Did the Election Turn Down the Heat on Anti-Gas Measures?

Voters in California and Washington State rejected initiatives designed to curb gas use

Joanna R. Turpin

December 3, 2024

The battle over natural gas is heating up, as courts and voters push back. But environmental groups aren’t backing down and will continue to fight against the use of gas in space and water heating.

EPA Targets Refrigerant Leaks, Cylinder Disposal, and More

New regulations focus on how to better manage, recycle, and reuse HFCs

Joanna R. Turpin

November 25, 2024

The EPA recently issued a final rule aimed at improving the management, recycling, and reuse of HFCs under the AIM Act.

Equipment Prices Keep Rising, as R-410A Inventory Decreases

OEMs report that finding R-410A systems could prove challenging

Joanna R. Turpin

November 18, 2024

HVAC system prices have surged over recent years, and manufacturers plan to increase them even more next year. Contractors worry that customers may not be able to afford the new units.

AI Can Be a Help and a Headache

Use chatbots to handle routine tasks but have a policy in place to prevent misuse

Joanna R. Turpin

November 8, 2024

If used correctly, AI can potentially enhance efficiency and accuracy across multiple industries, including HVACR.

Women in HVACR Shine Bright in the Lone Star State

Members gathered in Dallas to learn about issues such as the refrigerant transition

Joanna R. Turpin

November 7, 2024

The recent Women in HVACR conference offered sessions aimed at advancing attendees' knowledge on industry topics such as the refrigerant transition, as well as building their leadership skills.

Commercial Heating Showcase 2024

Manufacturers introduce heating equipment just in time for colder weather

Joanna R. Turpin

November 4, 2024

Commercial heating equipment manufacturers are rolling out new systems that are energy efficient, as well as service friendly for contractors.

Anthony Smith from Associated Wholesale Grocers

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For Grocers, Collaboration with HVACR Contractors is Key

Food retailers look to refrigeration partners to learn about regulations, new technologies

Joanna R. Turpin

October 28, 2024

Grocers are looking to their refrigeration contractor partners to be the experts and make suggestions about how they can transition smoothly to the new low-GWP refrigeration technologies.