Articles Tagged with ''Winter and HVAC''

Traditionally, the approach of winter means a rise in fuel prices along with a steep drop in temperatures, but this year is looking to defy those expectations. Heating oil prices have fallen in several states. According to the U.S. Energy Information Association (EIA), those price drops are the beginning of a long-term trend rather than a short-term reprieve.

Winters Multiport (NVA Series) and Block & Bleed (BBV Series) Needle Valves feature a one-piece, corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel or carbon steel body, rated up to either 6,000 psi or 10,000 psi. 

Maintaining good morale is another winter challenge. Jobs may come to a standstill, or move at a snail’s pace due to weather. Yet, paychecks and business must continue forward. 

With the winter months upon us, Mastery Technologies has released a new training course to help workers learn to stay safe when working outside in winter weather. This course has been added to Mastery’s library, which includes a number of other winter-related training courses.

The 126-mile, one-day Harbor to the Bay AIDS bike ride is a grassroots ride where 100 percent of rider-received pledges go directly to support the fight against HIV.

As HVAC contractors, you and your techs often spend a lot of time on the road, in all kinds of weather. And as the weather turns colder and hazardous winter driving conditions become the norm, now may be a good time to help your employees brush up on their winter driving skills.