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What’s Tops in Rooftops

Heat pumps, greater energy efficiency, and IAQ features are among the major RTU trends

Matt Jachman

February 19, 2025

Modern RTUs can include a variety of advanced features that reduce energy use and improve comfort and IAQ.

Daikin Introduces Larger Cabinet, R-32 for Commercial RTU

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

April 22, 2024

The Rebel Applied rooftop unit is now available in a larger cabinet that can accommodate equipment that provides between 45 and 75 tons of air-conditioning capacity, with supply airflow volumes of up to 29,000 cfm.

Project Files: Episode 70 — Rooftop Replacement at Texas Motor Speedway

New Rheem RTUs boost overall equipment efficiency

Maria Taylor

April 6, 2024

The speedway’s original HVAC equipment, installed nearly 30 years ago, was outdated, and with one HVAC unit per suite, the cost to run and maintain the equipment was significant.

Heat Pump RTUs Taking Center Stage in Expanding Market

New standards are driving innovation, surpassing old technology

Dylan Kurt

April 3, 2024

As heat pump technology advances and begins its march into colder climates, industry experts are expecting rooftop units to continue to gain popularity in both new construction and retrofits.

Strong Demand for HVAC Rooftop Units

New energy standards, incentives, electrification push among forces shaping RTU market

Matt Jachman

October 11, 2023

Big-picture economic factors, such as inflation and rising interest rates, haven’t had much impact on RTU sales.

Carrier, Honeywell Selling RTUs Through Energy as a Service Model

The EaaS/EEaaS model offers HVAC contractors a recurring revenue stream with very few strings attached

Herb Woerpel

May 15, 2023

Working through one company and a fixed stipend, EaaS/EEaaS is designed to simplify and streamline all on-site efficiency upgrades, eliminating massive equipment costs, supply chain delays, unexpected maintenance charges, and more.

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Trane Product Releases Aim to Help Customers Meet Decarbonization, Efficiency Goals

April 18, 2023

Trane introduces Thermal Battery™ Storage-Source Heat Pump System, Trane/Mitsubishi Electric HVRF, Versatile Axiom™ Water Source Heat Pumps, Next-Generation Precedent® Rooftop Units, and two enhanced air handlers.

New Rooftops Meet DOE Energy Standards and More

Many recently launched units also achieve decarbonization, electrification, and IAQ goals

Joanna R. Turpin

March 16, 2023

Manufacturers were eager to show off their latest energy-efficient RTUs, many of which can also be used to meet building owners’ decarbonization and electrification goals.