Just a few short months ago, the term social distancing was almost never heard. Now, social distancing informs nearly every activity we complete. Moreover, social distancing is a core component of safely returning to work according to the CDC guidelines. Employers across the nation – including those that work in the HVAC industry – have been spending much time recently determining how to move forward under what is being deemed as the ‘new normal’, in which concerns for employee and customer safety are paramount. Technological solutions can help overcome some of the most challenging aspects of resuming and maintaining operations. 

One of the greatest challenges lies in addressing how to safely bring back workers to job sites in a way that minimizes physical interaction. Whether it is a repair call or a new construction installation, HVAC employees often come into direct contact with one another and with other contractors and customers. Contactless and remote solutions may be the technological answer to allowing these workers to still be effective and reliable while preventing unnecessary physical contact.