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Manufacturers Report Record Revenues, but Supply Chain Hits Profits

Commercial market remains weak for most

February 22, 2022

A combination of continued consumer spending and increased interest in IAQ drove sales throughout the year. Higher costs driven by supply chain issues ate into the profits for most companies, however.

Dana Peterson, the Conference Board’s chief economist.

Experts Expect Inflation to Stick Around

Price increases slow, but costs continue to climb

Ted Craig

February 21, 2022

While many economists and others still believe high prices will pass, many now see them lingering longer than first expected.

How to Handle Supply Chain Issues: BDR

February 10, 2022

In this episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, The NEWS talks to Kim Archer of BDR about navigating the industry’s supply chain issues.

Manage your Business Through 2022 Supply Chain, Labor Issues

Blaine Bagley

January 23, 2022

There are three areas of impact you need to focus on in 2022 to successfully navigate the challenges faced in the HVACR industry.

HVAC 2022: Another Year of Economic Churn

Analysts, pros offer advice for thriving despite disruptions

Matt Jachman

January 18, 2022

Despite ongoing turmoil in the economy, much of it linked to the continuing coronavirus pandemic, analysts see upsides for the HVAC sector in 2022.

Outlook for Residential, Commercial HVAC Looks Good

Demand continues at slower pace for residential, picks up for commercial

Ted Craig

January 10, 2022

A pair of recent investor presentations provided a positive outlook for the HVAC business this year and into the near future.

The Top HVACR Articles of 2021

One again, the COVID pandemic/supply chain issues and refrigerant transition were the most popular

December 30, 2021

The more things change… the more they stay the same. The ACHR NEWS released its list of the most popular articles posted in 2021.

HVAC Contractor Jason James Talks New Construction

December 21, 2021

In this episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, The NEWS talks to Jason James, president of Mechanical One.

Independent HVAC, Plumbing Providers Should Consider Consolidating

December 19, 2021

Private equity firms invested in independent HVAC and plumbing businesses in a wave of consolidation that created bigger players.

Inflation Puts Pressure on HVAC Manufacturers, Contractors

Consumers understand prices are higher for everything

Ted Craig

December 18, 2021

The Consumer Price Index rose to 6.8% in November. Whatever the cause, HVAC contractors and their customers are paying more for most items these days.