Articles by Joanna R. Turpin

Increasing demand for energy-efficient HVAC systems is presenting abundant opportunities for manufacturers and contractors to deliver innovative, feature-rich solutions to informed homeowners.

A new wireless charging technology could spur service companies to invest in electric trucks and vans.

New window units are quiet and efficient, and HVAC contractors may want to consider offering them to customers who need them on an emergency – or long-term – basis.

The Gold award in the Refrigeration and Ice Machines category goes to a self-contained refrigeration system for walk-in coolers and freezers that eliminates several of the steps required for a traditional system.

The Gold award goes to a tube cleaner that takes high-speed tube cleaning to new levels and is designed for contractors and facility managers with large tube bundles.

Despite rising costs, consumers remain open to high-end HVAC systems, especially when guided by contractors who emphasize balancing upfront expenses with improved comfort and energy efficiency.

The Gold winner reduces the on-site service call time required to service refrigeration equipment by providing a simple solution that would utilize smartphone and tablet technology to diagnose issues quickly and determine if corrective actions provided resolution for the problems.

With the phasedown of HFCs, there will be a greater demand for reclaimed refrigerants. The problem is, the amount of reclaimed refrigerant being produced is inadequate to meet those demands.