“Tariffs and evolving market conditions have significantly impacted the cost of key raw materials — including electronic components, aluminum, and steel — which are critical to the manufacturing of our products,” said Ken Barton, Arzel's vice president of technical and sales.
In recent years, the cost of HVAC equipment has increased significantly, and regulatory changes, such as the phase-down of R-410A, will make the new A2L units even more expensive.