ACHR News
search
Ask ACHR NEWS AI
cart
facebook twitter instagram linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Subscribe
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
ACHR News
  • NEWS
    • Breaking News
    • New HVAC Products
    • Featured Products
    • Manufacturer Reports
    • HVAC Data
    • Legislation
    • ACHR NEWS Centennial
  • RESIDENTIAL
    • Air Conditioners
    • Furnaces
    • Residential Heat Pumps
    • Ductless
    • Residential IAQ
    • Testing, Monitoring, Tools
    • Components & Accessories
  • COMMERCIAL
    • Air Handlers
    • Rooftop Units
    • Chillers and Cooling Towers
    • Commercial Heat Pumps
    • Boilers and Hydronics
    • VRF/Ductless
    • Commercial IAQ
  • REFRIGERATION
    • Refrigerants
    • Refrigerant Regulations
    • Leak Management
  • CONTRACTOR PRO
    • Geothermal
    • Homeowner Study
    • VRF and VRV Ductless
    • Unitary Trends
  • EDUCATION
    • Training and Education
    • Business Management
    • Service and Maintenance
    • Continuing Education
    • Market Research >
      • HVAC Brand Awareness Report
      • VRV, VRF, VRVZ Report
      • Unitary Trends Report
      • Water Heat Professionals Report
    • Webinars
    • Sponsor Insights
    • eProducts Info
    • White Papers
  • EVENTS
    • HVAC Contractor Forum
    • Industry Events and Webinars
  • MEDIA
    • Videos
    • AHR Expo 2025 Videos
    • Podcasts >
      • ACHR News Podcast
      • HARDI Podcasts
      • AHR Expo Podcasts
      • ACCA Podcasts
    • Interactive Spotlights
    • Quizzes
    • eBooks
    • HVAC Talkback
  • HVAC GROUP
    • ACHR NEWS >
      • Current Issue
      • Digital Edition
      • Subscribe
    • Distribution Trends
    • SNIPS NEWS >
      • Join SNIPS NEWS
    • Engineered Systems News >
      • Join ES News
    • HVACR Directory
    • Contests
    • Newsletters
    • Contact
    • Advertise
    • My Account
NewsHVAC Breaking News Newsline

ECM Partners With Arizona Commercial HVAC Contractor

By The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
ECM Technologies Chief Revenue Officer David Fenton with Tolin Mechanical Arizona Business President, Bryant Kuvakos.jpg

ECM Technologies chief revenue officer David Fenton, left, with Bryant Kuvakos, the Tolin Mechanical Arizona business president. ECM and Tolin have formed a partnership to install ECM's nanotechnology product, ThermaClear, in commercial HVAC systems.

Photo courtesy of ECM Technologies

August 27, 2024

PHOENIX — ECM Technologies has formed a strategic partnership with Tolin Mechanical, a commercial HVAC service company in Arizona. The collaboration will combine Tolin’s expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance services and energy sustainability in commercial HVAC with ECM’s nanotechnology, ThermaClear, a press release from ECM said.

“At Tolin, we pride ourselves on offering the most innovative preventative maintenance and service solutions, and ThermaClear’s cutting-edge technology will allow us to provide our clients a level of equipment protection no other commercial HVAC company in Arizona will be able to do,” said Tolin Mechanical Arizona business president Bryant Kuvakos. “Our exclusive partnership with ECM Technologies allows us to introduce the ThermaClear Advantage Plus program that will enhance our service offerings and provide our clients with superior system performance and longevity.”

“We could not be happier with our strategic partnership with Tolin. We recognize the value of working with only well-known, highly respected and established commercial HVAC service companies. After years of working with most of the top companies in Arizona, Tolin clearly stood out from everyone else,” said ECM Technologies chief revenue officer David Fenton.

ThermaClear addresses the pervasive issue of oil fouling that affects HVAC equipment. According to ASHRAE, oil fouling of heat-transfer surfaces in HVAC systems results in 7% efficiency loss in the first year, followed by 5% in the second year and 2% annually thereafter.

ThermaClear conquers oil fouling by clearing the coil system from the inside, removing the oil barrier and super-lubricating the compressor. In the process, it also bonds to the interior of the coil walls, forming a permanent barrier against future buildup and protecting against thermal degradation.

In addition to only requiring a single treatment of ThermaClear for the entire lifespan of the HVAC system, building owners/facility managers can expect a payback on their treatment investment in approximately 12 to 18 months.

The first ThermaClear treatment under the new partnership was performed in April of this year and was donated by both companies to all Boys & Girls Clubs in the Phoenix area.

 

Looking for quick answers on air conditioning, heating and refrigeration topics? Try Ask ACHR NEWS, our new smart AI search tool. Ask ACHR NEWS →

KEYWORDS: Coil Cleaning coil coating Commercial HVAC Contractor HVAC industry news hvac news briefs

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

 

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
To unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • HVAC-enrollment

    The Trades Are Back: HVACR Programs See Nearly 30% Enrollment Spike

    A new wave of future technicians is entering the pipeline.  
    Training and Education
    By: Matt Jachman
  • 2025 Top 40 Under 40

    2025 Top 40 Under 40 HVACR Professionals List

    The 11th annual Top 40 Under 40 list highlights those...
    News
    By: Hannah Belloli-Oster
  • LG Ductless Mini-Split Systems

    The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

    As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are...
    HVAC Residential Market
    By: Joanna R. Turpin
Subscription Center
  • Create an Account
  • Start a Subscription
  • Manage My Account
  • Sign Up for Newsletters
  • Visit Customer Service
  • Update Preferences

More Videos

Sponsored Content

Sponsored Content is a special paid section where industry companies provide high quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest to The News audience. All Sponsored Content is supplied by the advertising company and any opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not necessarily reflect the views of The News or its parent company, BNP Media. Interested in participating in our Sponsored Content section? Contact your local rep!

close
  • Piggy Bank
    Sponsored byWatercress Financial

    Energy Prices, Inflation, and HVAC: What Today’s Homeowners Care About

  • Refrigerated Food
    Sponsored bySolstice Advanced Materials

    R-455A Refrigeration: A Cold Storage Solution for the Future

  • Airex Rooftop Units
    Sponsored byAirex Manufacturing Inc

    Consolidating Roof Penetrations: A Growing Trend in Multifamily HVAC Design

Popular Stories

Lennox equipment

Platinum Equity to Sell Heat Controller to Lennox

HVAC Minute retail refrigeration system

EPA Final Rule’s Impact on R-410A Deadlines

HVAC-tech-van.jpg

Report: Only 65% of HVAC Technician Time is Billable Hours

Dealer_Couple2_Kitchen_Estimate.jpg

Predicting the Next Service Call

DHM Rural King Mechanical

Contractor Bets on a Tertiary Market, Wins Big with New Mattoon Rural King HQ

View The ACHR NEWS
Centennial Anniversary Timeline

The ACHR News Timeline Chart
Submit a Letter
Submit a letter to our editors.

Events

November 6, 2025

Next-Gen Data Center Cooling: HVAC Innovation and Real-World Solutions

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.

July 28, 2026

How Top Home Services Companies Turn Every Conversation Into Predictable Revenue

In this webinar, we'll outline how top contractors are turning every conversation into predictable revenue by coaching every comfort advisor visit, not just the ones a manager rides along on.

View All Submit An Event

Poll

Summer Staff

Are you fully staffed for the summer season?
View Results Poll Archive

Products

BNI Mechanical/Electrical Square Foot Costbook, 2026 Edition

BNI Mechanical/Electrical Square Foot Costbook, 2026 Edition

See More Products
Designing Systems Using A2L Refrigerant - Free Webinar - 7/22/2026

Related Articles

  • Danfoss Honors California Commercial HVAC Contractor

    See More
  • Section 179 - ACHR

    Section 179: A Commercial HVAC Contractor’s Diamond in the Rough

    See More
  • Danfoss Honors California Commercial HVAC Contractor

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • Building Information Modeling: Planning and Managing Construction Projects with 4D CAD and Simulations

  • Manual N.jpg

    Manual N® - Commercial Load Calculation

  • Tech_CommRef_Guide_Small.jpg

    Technician’s Guide & Workbook for Quality Maintenance on Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

See More Products

Events

View AllSubmit An Event
  • November 2, 2026

    HVAC Contractor Forum

    The HVAC Contractor Forum is built for residential contractors navigating a changing landscape. Through peer-to-peer learning, structured dialogue, and technical case sessions, the event delivers grounded, field-tested insights for those responsible for day-to-day operational outcomes and big picture planning.
  • October 30, 2025

    The HVAC Contractor’s Guide to AI-Driven SEO

    On Demand We will provide a clear, actionable roadmap for HVAC contractors to enhance their online visibility, dominate local search results, and adapt to the new era of AI-driven customer inquiries. Learn how to turn clicks into profitable calls and secure your position as the go-to HVAC provider in your area.
View AllSubmit An Event

Related Directories

  • Lennox Commercial HVAC

    Lennox Commercial is a leading provider of high-efficiency packaged rooftop units, VRF, split systems, HVAC controls, furnaces and IAQ products for the light commercial industry.
  • Trane, Commercial HVAC

    Trane® is a world leader in air conditioning systems, services and solutions. Trane helps customers succeed by providing innovative solutions that optimize indoor environments through a broad portfolio.
×

Sign Up. Stay Informed.

The #1 trusted source for the HVACR industry since 1926

SUBSCRIBE
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Advisory Board
    • Classifieds
    • Submit a Letter
    • Directories
    • Store
  • ACCOUNT CENTER
    • Create an Account
    • Start a Subscription
    • Manage My Account
    • Sign Up for Newsletters
    • Visit Customer Service
    • Update Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2026. All Rights Reserved BNP Media, Inc. and BNP Media II, LLC.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing