As everything in our world seems to be more and more complex, it is still often the simple items that are most effective. This was the case with the Refrigeration Equipment category of The News second annual Dealer Design Awards.
Steve Vossen saw a problem and developed a solution that turned into a business. Vossen invented Ductcap, a temporary end cap, to satisfy specifications that called for unfinished ductwork ends to be covered.
Trane has added the hot gas reheat with direct digital dehumidification controls feature to its IntelliPak, Precedent, and Voyager II rooftop units. This article explains how the hot gas reheat feature works.
Today, more companies are replacing their HVAC rooftop unit before it fails, avoiding the costs of maintaining outdated equipment and the expensive downtime that ensues if aging equipment fails. Selecting new, more advanced equipment can help customers reduce energy usage and improve IAQ.
Manufacturers believe there is a simple way to achieve growth in the zoning market - awareness. "Most homeowners are probably not aware that zoning is a potential solution to their comfort and energy efficiency goals," said Mike Branson, manager of systems products marketing for Carrier.
Conventional wisdom says selling zoning systems to owners of new homes is the easiest way to be successful. However contractor Randy VanDenElzen is bucking the system, changing from new homes to replacement.
Humidification and dehumidification product manufacturers had much to showcase at the AHR Expo. Most of the new offerings promised superior indoor air quality (IAQ) while saving on energy costs.
The 2005 International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) had a little something for everyone, and that included individuals who were looking for the latest in heat exchangers and coils.
Photos from the 2013 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo in Orlando, Fla.
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Cade Clark, assistant vice president of government affairs for the Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), gives a brief overview of the new version of the Shaheen-Portman bill, what AHRI thinks of the energy-efficiency legislation, and how it might affect the HVACR industry if it becomes law.
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