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State of the Industry 2025: Distributors

Distribution: State of Play 2025

Though wary of headwinds, several distributors say their companies are poised for growth this year

February 6, 2025

Conversations with several HVACR distribution professionals indicate a cautious optimism for growth in the sector in 2025, though they say the year will not be without its challenges.

State of the Industry 2025: Contractors

Contractors Optimistic About Challenges Coming in 2025

Refrigerant transition, labor shortage, and shifting consumer behavior among issues to navigate

Dylan Kurt

February 6, 2025

2025 is set to usher in a wave of refrigerant regulatory changes and contractors are bracing for what’s promising to be a transformative year.

State of the HVAC Industry 2025

The ACHR NEWS has asked experts serving four different HVAC sectors what they’re focusing on right now

February 6, 2025

With the industry already undergoing some major changes early in 2025, ACHR NEWS has reached out to experts across different sectors to see what they’re doing to prepare for the year ahead. Here’s what they had to say.

More HVAC Companies Opening As New-Build Market Stays Hot

The HVAC industry is experiencing a moment

Dylan Kurt

October 31, 2024

With the demand for new homes skyrocketing, more HVAC businesses are opening to meet demand, according to two new reports.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVAC Industry Update - Summer 2024

Kyle Gargaro

August 3, 2024

We sit down with Tim Fisher from HARDI to go over their HVAC state of the industry research.

Lennox CEO Sees Opportunity in Face of Challenges

HVAC industry poised to be the solution to many problems

Dylan Kurt

June 5, 2024

Despite all the turmoil and uncertainty in today’s climate, Lennox’s CEO Alok Maskara sees many silver linings on the road ahead.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: SMACNA Update

Kyle Gargaro

March 10, 2024

The ACHR NEWS talked with SMACNA president Carol Duncan. She is also the owner of General Sheet Metal in Clackamas, Oregon and has nearly 40 years of leadership and expertise in the sheet metal industry. Duncan talked about the outlook for 2024 and how to bring more talent into the industry.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: State of the HVAC Industry 2024 Report

Kyle Gargaro

March 9, 2024

What is in store for the HVAC industry in 2024? AHRI’s Steve Yurek fills us in on all the trends that will be affecting HVAC contractors in the upcoming year. Topics include refrigerant transition, decarbonization, and HVAC sales.

State of the HVAC Industry 2024

The ACHR NEWS has asked experts serving four different HVAC sectors what they’re focusing on right now

February 21, 2024

To help contractors keep their finger on the pulse of the HVAC industry, The ACHR NEWS has asked experts serving four different HVAC sectors what they’re focusing on right now. Here’s what they have to say.

Meriton to Acquire Air Equipment Co.

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 8, 2024

Air Equipment Co. been serving the Kentucky and Southern Indiana markets for equipment, parts, and service for more than 75 years, with a focus on engineering innovative and healthy critical environments.