Articles Tagged with ''ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)''

HVACR Trade Groups Challenge EPA Refrigerant Rule in Federal Court

ACCA, HARDI and PHCC say the delayed commercial refrigeration transition could drive up HFC costs, strain supply, and create uncertainty for contractors

Dana Slone

June 25, 2026

HARDI: Deviating from original compliance deadlines is “legally flawed, economically reckless.”

ACCA Leadership Shakeup: Barton James Out, Hoover Named Interim CEO

Board launches national search for association's next leader

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

June 23, 2026

ACCA Board said the leadership transition reflects a "responsibility to position ACCA for its next stage of service, growth, and industry impact."

Software Rules in HVAC Load Calculations

65% of contractors who do load calculations report using software tools

Matt Jachman

April 13, 2026

Load calculations, and using software to do them, are key traits of the contractor of the future, according to a new ACCA report.

Employer-Directed Skills Act Could Reimburse HVAC Contractors for New Hire Training

Proposal would shift control of workforce dollars directly to contractors

Dylan Kurt

March 30, 2026

Federal workforce dollars could soon flow directly to HVAC employers instead of training institutions

Annual Conference Marks Transition for ACCA Board Leadership

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

March 20, 2026

Kurt Hudson of LC Anderson, Inc. has stepped into the role of chair from senior vice chair. Hudson takes over for 2025–2026 Chair Eddie McFarlane of Sila Services, LLC.

DOJ Sues California Cities Over Natural Gas Bans

Decision could shape how states regulate energy sources

Chris Gray

March 4, 2026

A lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice could have major implications for how other state and local governments regulate energy sources like natural gas.

Gas Furnace Installation: What Every HVAC Technician Must Get Right

Improper venting, missing drip legs, and restricted airflow are behind most premature furnace failures — here’s how to avoid them on every install.

ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)

February 11, 2026

Venting rules change with efficiency — and mixing them up can lead to moisture buildup, heat exchanger damage, and dangerous combustion issues.

Troubleshooting Heat Pumps Stuck in One Mode

System won’t switch from heating to cooling? The reversing valve is probably to blame.

ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)

January 23, 2026

A reversing valve can fail 3 ways: stuck in position, defective/displaced, or internal leak.

Understanding a Defrost Board on a Heat Pump

Prevent cold-weather callbacks and diagnose issues faster

Matthew Akins

January 21, 2026

This technical primer breaks down defrost control board operation, key components, and practical troubleshooting steps every HVACR technician should know.

7 Predictions for HVAC in 2026

Tariffs aren’t going anywhere, Silicon Valley wants a chiller, and commercial HVAC pulls ahead: Experts talk the next year in HVAC

Maria Taylor

January 2, 2026

Will 2026 be the year of the refrigerant bounty?

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.

In this session, we will cover how to design VRF systems for the U.S. market using new A2L refrigerants. These systems provide an advanced zoning solution by using inverter technology to deliver precise heating and cooling control across multiple zones and spaces.