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2016 Mechanical Xchange Special Supplement

December 1, 2018

This special publication will help commercial contractors stay on top of all the important trends in the HVAC industry. In this publication, we will cover items like efficiency standards that are prompting rooftop innovations, how to minimize energy usage in data centers, and new HVAC markets like indoor cannabis cultivation.

2015 Mechanical Xchange Special Supplement

December 1, 2018

This special publication will help commercial contractors stay on top of all the important trends in the HVAC industry. In this publication, we will cover items like predicting the future of rooftop units, showcasing energy savings achieved through retrofits, and how schools are saving energy with combined heat and power (CHP).

Engineering Tomorrow Helps Make Heating Costs Affordable

November 19, 2018

The team combined several technologies, such as continuous exterior insulation, energy recovery ventilators, sealed combustion boilers, and individual room thermostat controls, including Danfoss thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs). The result is 90 percent lower energy consumption than comparable buildings — and heating costs below $50 per apartment per year.

High-end heating connectivity graphic - The ACHR News

Find Out What’s New With the Current High-End Heating Market Trends

Angela D. Harris

November 19, 2018

Honing in on the high-end heating market, there have been several changes over the years, but four primary trends stand out among the rest: connectivity, efficiency, aesthetics and health, and upgraded technology.

Johnson Controls Survey Reveals Organizations Plan to Increase Energy Efficiency Spending

November 16, 2018

The survey of nearly 2,000 facility and energy management executives from 20 countries found that 57 percent of organizations in the U.S. and 59 percent of global organizations plan to increase investment in energy efficiency in the next year.

Energy Costs Ranked in West

November 14, 2018

The information compiled for this ranking from WalletHub was compiled from the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Energy Information Administration, the Federal Highway administration, the American Automobile Association, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and The Regents of the University of Michigan.

The iComfort S30 smart thermostat. - The ACHR News

Battle for the Wall: Benefits of Proprietary Controls Versus Smart Thermostats

Nicole Krawcke

November 12, 2018

The expected surge in smart thermostat sales will have equipment manufacturers, many of whom have their own proprietary controls, competing with the well-known universal thermostat brands, such as Nest, Honeywell, and ecobee.

Indoor Air Quality - Allergies - The ACHR News

Indoor Air Quality Solutions Can Increase Sales Without the Fight for New Clients

Add-on services increase contractors’ bottom lines and customers’ quality of life

Maria Taylor

November 12, 2018

Cue the HVAC contractor to the rescue. With the right training and the right customer education, IAQ can be a contractor’s golden opportunity to take advantage of potential sales without the added effort of recruiting new clients.

Here, RGF tests the REME HALO® in-duct air purifier. - The ACHR News

Indoor Air Quality: The Energy Efficiency Follow-Up

IAQ driven by increased awareness among consumers

November 12, 2018

Manufacturers in the realm of IAQ are seeing an uptick in interest due to increased awareness among consumers as well, as the air quality concerns that come as a byproduct of efforts to tighten up buildings to increase energy efficiency. In response, they’ve been updating IAQ products for the age of the smartphone and the “smart” HVAC system.

Energy-Efficient Equipment Is Not Enough to Truly Optimize an HVAC System

Following three key guidelines ensures significant savings

Ian Dempster

November 5, 2018

We recently calculated that an energy-intensive manufacturer could achieve about 80 percent of its targeted energy savings just through HVAC optimization. To achieve results like that, though, facility managers must ensure the equipment operates efficiently at all times and in all situations.