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Heat Pump Sales Depend on Area, Fuel Prices

Contractors Share Regional Market Experiences
May 21, 2012
A key aspect that contractors can consider to determine whether or not a heat pump is the right choice for a customer is their region. And in areas where natural gas supplies are limited and other sources like electricity, propane, and oil are used, the return on a heat pump investment can often be seen quickly.


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Seattle Contractor Satisfies Customers

May 21, 2012
The staff at MM Comfort Systems has been providing heating and cooling solutions in the greater Seattle area for more than 35 years. What is it about this company that sets them apart from other contractors?


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Air-Source Heat Pumps Take the Spotlight

May 21, 2012
The heat pump market is growing. As new applications spur on new technology, there is a lot for contractors to keep up with, especially in air-source heat pumps. Here is a sampling of some of the residential and light commercial heat pump products available to contractors. For more information, a link has been provided with each entry.


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BPI Recognizes NATE, NORA, and RSES Certifications

May 21, 2012
The Building Performance Institute (BPI) recently added North American Technician Excellence (NATE), National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA), and Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) certifications as new eligibility options for the accreditation of HVAC contracting companies.


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Contractor Delivers Savings and Comfort

May 21, 2012
Saving 30 to 40 percent on a home energy bill can be a challenge, but David Hutchins is helping some of his customers do just that. As owner and president of Bay Area Air Conditioning Inc. in New Port Richey and Crystal River, Fla., Hutchins is in what he describes as a heat pump market.


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Organizations: May 21, 2012

May 21, 2012
AMCA granted ISO 17025 accreditation; ACCA Ohio names 2012-2013 president; BOCES 2 Center for Workforce Development named an online testing site; HVAC Excellence confers certified master HVACR educator status to five instructors; AHRI launches online directory of certified forced circulation air cooling and air heating coils; ASHRAE opens registration for 2012 annual conference.


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Manufacturers Reps: May 21, 2012

May 21, 2012
Mechanical Sales selected as manufacturer’s representative for Titus.


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Distributors: May 21, 2012

May 21, 2012
Tozour Energy Systems receives Independent Office of the Year award.


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Manufacturers: May 21, 2012

May 21, 2012
Jackson Systems names account managers and inside sales engineer; Mestek appoints national sales manager; Icor International releases training DVDs; Cooper-Atkins announces acquisition; Mitsubishi Electric named a 2012 Manufacturing Leadership 100 award winner; Spirax Sarco rebrands flowmeter; Heatex America receives Vanguard award.


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Financial Reports: May 21, 2012

May 21, 2012
Ingersoll-Rand PLC reports net earnings for first quarter; Regal Beloit declares dividend.


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Distributor Sales Up in March

May 21, 2012
Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) announced that North American HVACR average distributor sales were up 11.5 percent in March.


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HVAC Excellence Seeks Presenters

May 21, 2012
HVAC Excellence is seeking subject matter experts to share their knowledge with HVACR educators during its 2013 conference.


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Energy Use Increasing with Home Sizes

May 21, 2012
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) recently shared analysis based on its 2009 Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS) data that reports on the increasing home size and energy use across the country.


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NEBB Hosts Annual Conference

May 21, 2012
The National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) held its 2012 annual conference, April 26-28 at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel in Anaheim, Calif.


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Met One Instruments Inc.: Bench-Top Airborne Particle Counter

May 21, 2012
Lightweight, the BT-637 portable bench-top airborne particle counter can monitor particulate matter, temperature, and relative humidity in the workplace and verify the health and safety of the environment. The particle counter can detect airborne particles in the mold spore size range of 1-10 microns in diameter.


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Danfoss Refrigeration & Air Conditioning: Large Commercial Scroll Compressor

May 21, 2012
With a capacity of 25 tons of refrigeration, the Performer® SH295 scroll compressor for air conditioning has been added to the manufacturer’s large commercial scroll compressor portfolio. Cooling capacities range from 183 to 374 kBtuh/53 to 110 kW at 60 Hz and 150 to 310 kBtuh/44 to 90 kW at 50 Hz.


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Fieldpiece: Psychrometers, Hot-Wire Anemometer

May 21, 2012
With the 38-inch telescoping probe, a line of in-duct HVACR instruments — two psychrometers (SRH3 and ARH5) and a hot-wire anemometer (STA2) — makes it easier for techs to take temperature, percent rh, or air velocity readings in the duct. The standalone STA2 uses a hot wire for measuring air velocity.


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Laars Heating Systems Co.: Commercial Condensing Boiler

May 21, 2012
NeoTherm® LC condensing boiler is a fully packaged, 1 million Btu, space-saving hydronic unit that offers 94 percent thermal efficiency. It is a direct vent, sealed combustion boiler that modulates with a 10 to 1 turndown. Zero clearance to combustibles with all piping and wiring from the back makes it a good choice for tight installations.


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GeoSystems® LLC: Geothermal Heat Pumps

May 21, 2012
The Econar® ColdClimate™ Series of geothermal heat pumps is designed to meet the demands of heating-dominant climates without sacrificing efficiency, said the company. The series features heat-cool balance and leaving air temperatures of up to 106°F. TruBalance™ technology regulates heating and cooling operation.


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Hammerhead Industries Inc.: Retractable Tether

May 21, 2012
The Gear Keeper© RT3-5601 retractable tether, designed for tools up to 2 pounds, is useful when working in close quarters or climbing. Available in high-visibility orange, the retractable tether’s ultra-low profile keeps tools close to the body when stored while still allowing complete accessibility in all directions when in use.


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Panasonic Eco Solutions North America: Ventilation Fan-Light

May 21, 2012
The WhisperRecessed™ ventilation fan is an 80-cfm fan-light combination that is recessed into the ceiling offering quiet, energy-efficient, and powerful ventilation. The Energy Star®-rated compact fluorescent lamp provides diffused, uniform illumination with the 18-W CFL bulb.


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NEWSMakers: Doyle James
Angela Harris sat down with Doyle James, president of Aire Serv to discuss the ins and outs of franchising. Whether you are looking for a franchise opportunity or are content with the way things are, this man has some business tips for every HVAC contractor.
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