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VRF Moving Into High-End Homes

Technologically advanced systems provide on-demand comfort in large houses

June 26, 2017

Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology is relatively new to the U.S., yet it has quickly become a very popular option in the commercial market. VRF is now moving into the residential market as well.

Warranties, Rebates, Incentives, Oh My!

Enticements offer mixed results on high-end sales

Joanna R. Turpin

June 26, 2017

Manufacturers often offer longer warranties and hefty rebates as a way to entice homeowners to purchase more expensive HVAC systems. Rebates and tax credits are also sometimes offered by federal, state, and local governments and utilities as a way to encourage consumers to reduce their energy use by purchasing newer, more efficient equipment.

Ducted Mini Splits Offer Hidden Benefits

Concealed systems offer homeowners and HVACR contractors ductless advantages

Joanna R. Turpin

May 29, 2017

Ductless heat pumps have taken the U.S. by storm with sales increasing by double digits over the last few years. That momentum is expected to continue; however, not every homeowner wants to look at wall-mounted units in their living spaces.

Heat Pumps for Today and Tomorrow

Advanced technologies lead to cutting-edge systems

Joanna R. Turpin

May 29, 2017

Today’s heat pumps offer a wide range of advanced features that satisfy consumers’ demands for supreme comfort and energy savings as well as contractors’ desires for easier installation and service. And, with consumers demanding even greater energy savings and comfort control, they are already hard at work on the next generation of heat pumps.

Addressing Poor Heat Pump Installations

Properly fixing another contractor’s mistakes can be pricey

Joanna R. Turpin

May 29, 2017

Improper installation of heat pumps may increase household energy use for space heating and cooling on the order of 30 percent over what it should be.

Summertime … and the Cooling is Easy

New products available just in time for summer

April 17, 2017

Every year, The NEWS introduces the latest cooling equipment available for the upcoming summer season in order to help contractors prepare for this busy period by doing the research that will help them to distinguish between brands.

Global A/C Market to Reach $155B by 2022

By product type, region, competition forecast, and opportunities, 2012-2022

March 23, 2017

Residential and commercial sectors, coupled with rising disposable income, are augmenting demand for air conditioners across the globe. Growing acceptance of air conditioners as a utility product, rather than a luxury product, is anticipated to boost growth in the global air conditioners market during the forecast period.

Efficiency, Internet of Things Influence Residential A/C Market

Trends are influencing the market

Nicole Krawcke

February 27, 2017

Energy efficiency, the growing popularity of ductless and variable refrigerant flow (VRF), the evolution of heat pumps into whole-home solutions, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are a few of the major trends influencing products in the residential air conditioning market.

Rheem’s EcoNet Smart Home System enables homeowners to customize their homes’ air and water systems.

Smart Home, Efficiency Pace the Residential A/C Market

Ron Rajecki

February 22, 2016

Energy efficiency, integration with smart home technology, and the ongoing impact of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) regional efficiency standards are major trends influencing products in the residential air conditioning market.

Nortek Global HVAC LLC: 20-SEER Air Conditioner

May 18, 2015

The 20-SEER FS4BG iQ Drive air conditioner joins the other models in the iQ Drive product line and offers highly efficient, quiet performance. It is available in 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-ton capacities.