Manufacturer Leverages Educational Setting to Teach Complete Geoexchange Installations
Modine Mfg. Co. recently held its first geothermal training courses as part of Modine University, the company’s new training school. The geothermal courses focus on educating representatives, distributors, and contractors about how to perform a complete, successful geoexchange installation, from field work to equipment connections.
To enhance the training experience, Modine partnered with nearby Gateway Technical College (GTC) in Kenosha, Wis., whose coursework is under the direction of Tom Niesen, division chair – manufacturing, HVAC/alternative energy. The technical school has a dedicated geothermal program, allowing attendees to receive continuing education unit (CEU) credits, learn about Modine’s new geothermal systems — including the Geofinity residential line — and interact with working geothermal systems.