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April HVAC Shipments Show Cooling Rebound Among Soft Market

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The latest AHRI shipment data shows growth in cooling equipment like heat pumps and a/c in April, though the industry is still struggling with price increases.

Humidity, Not Heat, Is Driving Transaera’s New Approach to Commercial HVAC

sloned@achrnews.com (Dana Slone) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Newly deployed technology rethinks how commercial air conditioning systems handle humidity — and uses novel materials to develop advanced heat pump systems that dehumidify, cool or heat air.

HVAC Price Increase List: June 2026

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Manufacturers announced June HVACR price increases ranging from modest adjustments to double-digit hikes, with flexible duct, insulation, valves, filtration products, motors, and water heaters among the affected categories.

Trump Reduces Section 232 Tariffs on HVAC Equipment to 15%

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

President Trump signed a proclamation that reduces the tariff rate on residential HVAC systems and components.

Contractors Have Four Years to Prepare for Next Recession

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

An economist forecasts economic growth for the next four years but warns contractors will face sustained inflation-driven cost pressures before a projected downturn in 2030.

HARDI Says Shipments Have Bottomed. Now Comes the Hard Part

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

HARDI’s data suggests the HVAC industry may be exiting the inventory correction phase — but it has not yet entered a demand-driven growth phase.

Appeals Court Pauses Ruling Against Trump’s New 10% Global Tariffs

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

A U.S. appeals court paused a ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade that would’ve prevented tariffs from being collected.

AHRI Data Shows Heat Pumps Drove Growth in March 2026

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Fri, 08 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Heat pump shipments climbed 9.8% in March 2026, continuing a years-long trend as refrigerant transitions and regulations reshape the HVAC industry.

HVAC Price Increase List: May 2026

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Insulation, tape products, fittings, valves, glycol products, and residential ventilation to see largest increases this month.

Lennox Pushes Back on Price-Fixing Claims in Q1 Call

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:45:00 -0400

Lennox weighs in on price-fixing allegations as Q1 results reveal a 10% residential drop, with pricing and commercial growth resulting in overall growth.

HVAC Price Increase List: April 2026

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

For the first time since the HVAC Price Increase List was launched, we are finally reporting a decrease.

Robotics Startup Debuts AI-Enabled Heating System for Outdoor Dining

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Focal’s autonomous heating system continuously detects where guests are seated and warms only those areas.

HVAC Price Increase List: March 2026

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Several OEMs implemented multiple rounds of increases across equipment and parts, while copper-related components and select IAQ products saw higher movement.

Smarter Rooftops: How Connected RTUs Are Changing HVAC

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Once seen as a simple workhorse, rooftop units are becoming intelligent building assets — changing how contractors install, commission, and service commercial HVAC systems.

Protecting Inverter-Driven HVAC Systems: The Critical Role of Power Quality Monitoring and Management

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Inverter-driven HVAC systems deliver 30–50% energy savings — but their sensitive electronics are highly vulnerable to voltage instability.

AHR Expo Brings 53,315 HVACR Professionals to Las Vegas

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:18:34 -0500

AHR Expo is honored to provide the once-a-year opportunity for the full community to come together for a few days.

HVAC Price Increase List: February 2026

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

The groundhog saw his shadow, and that means at least six more weeks of increasing prices on HVAC equipment.

How HVAC Systems Impact Building Energy Costs

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Individual energy-saving habits help, but buildings consume far more energy. Here’s what really drives efficiency.

HVAC Price Increase List: January 2026

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

The new year kicks off with a high volume of increases across the board.

Safer RTU Service: Field-Tested Ways to Use Sensors and Smart Practices to Cut Ladder Climbs

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Rooftop service will never be risk-free, but new tools are helping to make unnecessary climbs a thing of the past.

Engineering the Transition to A2L Refrigerants

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Manufacturers are aligned on adopting A2L refrigerants for commercial refrigeration, creating a clear and consistent path forward for the industry.

eBook | 2025 HVAC Year in Review

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Drawing on the experience of HVAC industry experts and top service providers, the information in this eBook will prepare you for the era of electrification, heat pumps, and the advancement of AI, as well as help you navigate HVAC contracting in the post-R-410A era.

HVAC Price Increase List: December 2025

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0500

December will be another month of increasing cost pressures. Most changes fall in the 2-8% range, though some brands issued “various” adjustments across product groups. Activity was steady throughout December, with no price reductions reported.

2025-26 Winter Weather Outlook

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Winter is closing in, and long-range forecasters are calling this season “mostly mild with pockets of wild.” Both the Old Farmer’s Almanac and AccuWeather see a weak-to-neutral La Niña shaping a split jet stream — meaning moisture pushed south and uneven cold across the country.

Commercial Heating Showcase 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0500

From high-turndown boilers and electrified heat pumps to smarter rooftop units and DOAS systems, this year’s commercial heating lineup combines higher efficiency with easier installation and service.

HVAC Q&A Episode 16: Improving RTU Efficiency

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this video, Ben Kromer, HVACR service manager at Rolls Mechanical, talks about some smaller steps and some bigger measures that can maximize efficiency with RTUs.

Meet the Women Trailblazing HVACR

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Here at The ACHR NEWS, we wanted to shine a light on the women who are already making an impact — and inspire more to join them.

How to Get Airflow Right in Open-Concept Spaces

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

When walls disappear, HVAC gets complicated.

Molten, Machined, and Made in the USA: Nibco’s Copper Advantage

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:45:00 -0400

Inside Nibco’s Virginia plant, copper fittings are forged at 2,000°F and shipped nationwide to keep HVAC projects moving

2025 Top Women in HVAC List

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:20:00 -0400

Women make up just 3% of the HVACR workforce — but that number is growing. Meet 12 leaders proving why representation matters.