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Study: 2015 HVAC Demand to Near $17 Billion

February 20, 2012
Demand in the United States for HVAC equipment is projected to increase 5.1 percent annually to $16.8 billion in 2015, according to a study that came out in November titled HVAC Equipment from The Freedonia Group Inc., a Cleveland-based industry market research firm.


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Wet Heat Product Snapshots

February 20, 2012
Instant water heaters, high-tech boilers, and steam solutions are just a few examples of wet heat technology. Here are a few products in that segment that might be of interest to the HVACR contractor.


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Products That Can Make Wet Heat Experts

February 20, 2012
HVAC contractors have many choices of hydronic heating equipment, and these are a few examples of how knowledge of wet heat technology can make the selling job a little easier. 


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J Flow Products: A/C Drain Line Clog Eliminator

February 20, 2012
The Flow T1 adapter is a preventive solution to the clogged air conditioning drain line. The adapter is placed in the main drain line of any HVAC air-handler system to prevent the main drain line from becoming clogged.


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AHR Expo Sets Attendance Record

February 13, 2012
The International Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo) blew into Chicago on Jan. 23 and provided big crowds, hot topics, and a plethora of new products.


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New Products Displayed at the AHR Expo

February 13, 2012
The NEWS reports on new products found by our editors at the recent AHR Expo in Chicago. Products are listed in alphabetical order within each category.


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Products That Break the Energy Star Barrier

February 06, 2012
The goal of Energy Star is to help consumers save money and protect the environment through the use of energy-efficient products. The HVAC products shown here have earned the Energy Star label by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines, which Energy Star states will enhance the comfort of a home while saving energy.


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Contractors Embrace Energy Star Program

February 06, 2012
HVAC contractors are embracing Energy Star for New Homes Version 3, with many noting that even though they must now become certified to participate in the program its stricter guidelines improve quality, reduce callbacks, and raise the bar for the industry.


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Changes in Store for Energy Star

February 06, 2012
This year will bring plenty of changes to the Energy Star program, including implementation of Version 3 of its New Homes program. Most of the new guidelines became mandatory on Jan. 1. The rest kick in after July 1.


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Johnson Controls - Unitary Products: Multiposition Gas Furnaces

February 06, 2012
Expanding the TM9X and TM9V families, two models have been added to the Luxaire® LX Series of multiposition gas furnaces. An input rate of 40,000 Btuh enables the furnaces to provide better heat load matches, avoiding oversized equipment selection.


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2012 AHR Expo

Here are some of the happenings from the 2012 AHR Expo in Chicago.

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NEWSMakers: Greg McAfee

Kyle Gargaro talks with contractor Greg McAfee, owner of McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning and author of It’s My Your Dream: Eight Elements to Guide Your Successful Business. www.gregmcafee.com

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The NEWS’ AHR Expo page is providing comprehensive coverage of the 2012 AHR Expo, before, during, and after the show. Check out our Daily Reports highlighting the events and announcements from the show in Chicago. Click here for total coverage.

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