AHR VEGAS 2026 Post Show
New Tools and Test Instruments Built for Speed, Safety, and Tough Jobsite Conditions
Tools designed for any jobsite

From advanced refrigerant monitoring and cordless recovery to rugged analog gauges and specialty socket systems, tool and test instrument manufacturers at the 2026 AHR Expo focused on innovations that make technicians faster, safer, and more efficient in the field.
Belimo
Refrigerant Gas Monitor
TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE: Belimo’s Refrigerant Gas Monitor is designed for maintained safe ventilation while tracking multiple gases, including refrigerants. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: Ensure safe and reliable ventilation with factory-calibrated gas monitors capable of tracking up to two gases simultaneously, now including refrigerants. Seamless integration with major BAS and straightforward installation make them a smart choice for any project. Belimo is the only company that offers UL2075 and ULC-S588 certified NO2 and CO monitors globally.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.belimo.com/us/en_US/products/sensors/product-documentation/gas-monitors
CPS Products International
VG200 Digital Vacuum Gauge
DURABILITY: The VG200 Digital Vacuum Gauge provides NIST-calibrated evacuation readings with automatic temperature compensation and durable construction. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: For HVAC contractors, the VG200 isn’t about flashy new features, it’s about dependable performance in the field. This is a tried-and-true digital vacuum gauge that has earned its reputation through consistent accuracy, reliability, and durability on real service calls. Some of the top features include NIST-calibrated accuracy for trusted evacuation readings, evacuation monitoring from start to finish, and automatic temperature compensation with no manual adjustments needed. It also includes fast unit switching between microns, Torr, inches/Hg, and mBar via a simple two-button operation. Other features include a large 5-digit LCD display for quick and easy readouts in the field, a cleanable sensor built to withstand up to 400 PSI positive pressure, and a field-ready kit included with a gauge hook, adapter “T-fitting,” and padded vinyl case.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.cpsproducts.com/product-details/vg200/
Fieldpiece Instruments
Analog Gauge Sets GS322F | GS422F | GS334F | GS434F
EVERYDAY: The analog gauge sets are built for daily service work with multi-refrigerant dials, integrated sight glass, and rugged construction for tough jobsite conditions. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: They’re built tough to handle jobsite and service van beatings, they include four refrigerants per dial, an integrated sight glass to show refrigerant flow, and a rotating pressure marker. Whether it’s a quick pressure check or a known compressor burnout, every tech has at least one analog gauge set they reach for — and now it can be a Fieldpiece.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.fieldpiece.com/product-category/analog-gauge-sets/
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Klein Tools
KNECT Complete Impact Pass Through and Flip Socket Set, 39-Piece 65500KNECT
SMALL SPACES: The KNECT Complete Impact Pass Through and Flip Socket Set helps technicians work efficiently in tight spaces by allowing threaded rod to pass through the socket for faster installations and adjustments. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: HVACR contractors regularly work in tight mechanical spaces and around long-threaded rods where standard sockets can bottom out. The Klein Tools 39-Piece Complete KNECT Pass Through Impact Socket Set is designed to improve efficiency in these situations, allowing threaded rod to pass completely through the socket for faster hanger, rack, and equipment installations. The 90-tooth pass-through ratchet and Cushion-Grip handle provide control in confined areas, while impact-rated pass-through sockets, flip sockets, and ProFlex bits deliver durability and versatility for daily service, installation, and retrofit work.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.kleintools.com/catalog/power-drivers-bits/knect-complete-impact-pass-through-and-flip-socket-set-39-piece
Milwaukee Tools
M18 Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine
CORDLESS: The M18 Brushless Refrigerant Recovery delivers cordless refrigerant recovery performance with A2L compatibility. (Courtesy of Milwaukee)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: The M18 Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine delivers instant setup, no hassle with the elimination of cords and outlet hunting. Designed with a battery door interlock, the Recovery Machine is A2L Compatible. The adjustable low-pressure shut off is triggered at 0 PSIG, -10 inHg, or -20 inHg for increased productivity. Kitted with (1) M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 battery pack, this solution can recover up to 10 pounds of refrigerant. Pairing the M18 Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine with the M18 FUEL 5 CFM Vacuum Pump offers the industry's first fully cordless service calls, unlocking unmatched productivity. Both the Recovery Machine and Vacuum Pump are A2L Compatible.
Availability: April 2026
For more information: www.milwaukeetool.com/products/details/m18-brushless-refrigerant-recovery-machine/2938-21
Parker Hannifin
ZoomLock Ring Jaw Set
EASY ACCESS: The ZoomLock Ring Jaw Set is designed to simplify crimp-to-connect installations by giving technicians better access in tight mechanical spaces and hard-to-reach areas. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: Stop wrestling with cramped air handlers and ceiling chases. ZoomLock Ring Jaws turn tight, hard-to-reach spaces into easy connection points. Designed for ZoomLock crimp-to-connect fittings, the ZoomLock Rings deliver precise access from multiple angles where larger tools simply won’t fit. Ideal for refrigeration and a/c service pros working above ceilings, behind units, or in crowded mechanical rooms. Available in convenient kits with seven ring sizes to cover common jobs, so you’re ready for any angle, any space, any connection.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.parker.com/content/dam/Parker-com/Literature/Aftermarket-AC-and-Refrigeration-Division/Misc--docs/Literature-PDFs/Form-P-612-ZL-MAX-Ring-Kit-Flyer.pdf
UEi Test Instruments
HAC
AMP UP: The HAC from UEi Test Instruments combines accurate AC amp readings, power factor measurement, and wireless app connectivity to support faster troubleshooting and electrical diagnostics in the field. (Staff photo)
What HVAC contractors will like about this product: HVAC contractors will appreciate the HAC’s high accuracy for AC amp measurements (±1.5% +8 digits), helping them take reliable electrical readings in the field. The inclusion of power factor measurement allows technicians to better evaluate how efficiently equipment uses electricity, while wireless connectivity to the free UEi HUB app enables remote monitoring and easier data collection. Backed by a two-year limited warranty, the tool is designed to deliver both performance and peace of mind on the job.
Availability: Now
For more information: www.ueitest.com/ecommerce/site/content/PDFs/HAC/HAC_WDS_L805.pdf
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