2013 May 20

Court Puts Regional Standards on Ice

Legal Decision Places Definitive Hold on Enforcement Until Court Rules on Pending Lawsuit

May 20, 2013

The court granted an emergency motion filed by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) to stay the standards which would’ve required residential nonweatherized natural gas furnaces installed in 30 Northern states to have an AFUE rating of at least 90 percent.

Training Critical for Successful Contractors

Zoning Product Manufacturers Share Tips for Contractors

Matt Bishop

May 20, 2013

When it comes to zoning equipment, there’s no better source of information than the companies that make the devices. In an effort to share this knowledge and help contractors learn the intricacies of their systems, many zoning manufacturers are hosting training programs year-round.

App Zone: May 20, 2013

May 20, 2013

As technology continues to advance, more and more industry mobile applications are becoming available for smartphones and tablets. These mobile apps can be valuable tools for HVACR customers, contractors, distributors, and manufacturers.

Geothermal Puts the Green in Greenhouse

Hydronic Heating System Accelerates Plant Growth, Decelerates Energy Use

May 20, 2013

Until recently, heat to the 30-by-96-foot aluminum frame and poly structure was provided by a propane-fueled heating system.

Coming to America

U.K.'s A-Gas Plans Expansion Into North America

May 20, 2013

A-Gas’s acquisitions in the U.S. will set it up for a significant expansion into North America, including the international rollout of its refrigerant reclamation technology

Industry Shows Support for Shaheen-Portman Bill

Legislation Would Help Set Up Energy-Efficient HVAC Programs

Jen Anesi

May 20, 2013

Though the bill has broad support in both the House and Senate, as well as from numerous organizations nationwide, it still faces many hurdles before it reaches President Obama’s desk.

Zoning Technology Rapidly Evolving

Products Becoming More Accessible, Easier to Install

Matt Bishop

May 20, 2013

Technology, in many ways, has helped save the average person time, money, and hassle. And, when it comes to zoning an HVACR system, technology has helped make zoning a more accessible option for consumers and contractors.

Manual Zr Looking to Gain Foothold

Contractors Slowly Embrace ACCA Residential Zoning Manual

Matt Bishop

May 20, 2013

It’s been a little more than a year since the release of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America’s (ACCA) Manual Zr, and so far, the manual, which focuses on residential zoning, is slowly gaining acceptance among contractors.

More Contractors Opt for Laser Cutters

More Efficient Sheet Metal Cutters Save Time and Money

Matt Bishop

May 20, 2013

While adding or replacing a cutter can be a worthwhile investment, the style and model of cutter needs to be carefully researched, as such an investment carries quite a hefty price tag.

Industry Encourages Cap Use on Refrigerants

Recent Deaths Demonstrate Dangers of Huffing R-22

Peter Powell

May 20, 2013

According to the website www.inhalants.org, one in five students has inhaled a chemical to get high by the eighth grade.

Webinar Examines Geothermal Design

Presentation Will Include How to Properly Size Ground Loop Heat Exchanger

May 20, 2013

ClimateMaster Inc. is sponsoring a webinar titled “How to Design Ground Loop Heat Exchangers that Balance Cost, Capacity, and Efficiency.”

Ask The Experts: May 20, 2013

How Do I Have a Successful Air Conditioning Season?

May 20, 2013

I’m just starting my busy air conditioning season and I need to have a successful summer. How do I know if I’m on track?

NADCA, IAQA Enter Agreement

Partnership Will Provide Educational Opportunities, Resources to Industry Professionals

May 20, 2013

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) and the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) have entered into a multifaceted agreement that marks the beginning of several long-term cooperative programs.

ASHRAE Updates Residential IAQ Standard

Carbon Monoxide Alarms Now Required in All Dwelling Units

May 20, 2013

ASHRAE’s newly-published residential IAQ standard removes the default leakage-rate assumption and also requires carbon monoxide (CO) alarms.

IEC/TC 72 Working Groups Meet

20 Attendees From 8 Countries Participate in Event

May 20, 2013

Several working groups of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Technical Committee (TC) 72 recently met at Honeywell Intl.’s Morristown, N.J., location.

Advanced Energy's John Tooley Wins Tony Woods Award

BPI Honor Given for Excellence in Advancing Home-Performance Industry

May 20, 2013

John Tooley, of Advanced Energy, Raleigh, N.C., was named the recipient of the 2013 Tony Woods award for excellence in advancing the home-performance industry by the Building Performance Institute (BPI).

DOE Seeking Information on Commercial Furnace Standards

Periodic Review is Energy Policy and Conservation Act Requirement

May 20, 2013

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a request for information to assess whether the existing energy-conservation standards for commercial warm-air furnaces should be amended.

On Demand As AI workloads and high-density computing push traditional cooling methods to their limits, the data center industry is accelerating the adoption of next-generation HVAC technologies.

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