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2018 AHR Expo Educational Course

The Advancement of Magnetic Filtration Technology within the Commercial Sector

January 19, 2018

CHICAGO - The ASME-listed and CRN approved MagnaClean Commercial range helps prevent the damage, and related symptoms, that can be caused by iron oxide sludge. Attendees will learn how this revolutionary technology can increase system efficiency, lower energy costs, and provide substantial return on investment.

Contractors Provide Assistance to Assisted Living

HVAC contractors can help senior living communities meet their comfort and sustainability goals

Ron Rajecki

December 25, 2017

You’ve no doubt heard about the “graying of America.” According to the National Institutes of Health, by 2030, about 20 percent of the U.S. population or approximately 72 million individuals will be over the age of 65.

HVACR Techs Help Supermarkets Meet the Challenges of Change

Refrigeration tops the agenda at FMI’s Energy & Store Development Conference

Ron Rajecki

December 4, 2017

Supermarkets and grocery stores are facing challenging times as the $1.2 trillion annual sector strives to maintain its relevancy in a sea of change.

Furnaces Must be Modified for High-altitude Applications

Proper sizing, installation key to optimal performance

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

A very small number of Americans live in mountainous regions, which is why many HVAC professionals may not even know that gas-fired furnaces installed at higher altitudes usually require modifications to operate as designed.

Low Gas Prices Curb Furnace ROIs

Many contractors focus on the benefits of improved comfort rather than energy savings

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

Not that long ago, when gas prices were sky high, many customers chose to purchase condensing furnaces because they saved a lot of energy.

Regular Maintenance Extends the Lifespan of Condensing Furnaces

Contractors should ensure homeowners are scheduling regular maintenance visits

Joanna R. Turpin

November 27, 2017

The first condensing furnaces were introduced in the mid-1980s, and it’s likely that most of those original systems have already been replaced.

Commercial Market Awakening to Importance of High IAQ

Growing awareness among building owners and tenants drives IAQ market

Nicole Krawcke

November 20, 2017

IAQ problems don’t exist just in homes. In fact, there is an increasing awareness about the importance of IAQ among not only commercial building owners and facility managers but also non-industry professionals as well.

enVerid Systems HLR® 1000E modules install

Projects Highlight Air Quality, Energy Efficiency, and Comfort Goals

The EPA ranks indoor air quality (IAQ) as a top-five environmental risk to public health

Nicole Krawcke

November 20, 2017

On average, Americans spend over 90 percent of their time indoors where concentrations of some pollutants can be two to five times higher than typical outdoor concentrations, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Captains of the Sustainability Team

Major stakeholders explain how contractors can help them achieve their sustainability goals

Ron Rajecki

November 13, 2017

When it comes to achieving sustainability in commercial buildings, one might say, “It takes a village.”

Carrier Corp.: System Modeling Software

November 6, 2017

The Hourly Analysis Program (HAP) software update provides features for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) analysis, supports compliance work for current ASHRAE standards, enhances modeling capabilities, and delivers productivity enhancements.