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The SNIPS 2021 Industry Icon, David Daw, wrote the September cover story for SNIPS: Covering how the 2000s changed the HVAC industry.

Testing and balancing contractors do offer apprenticeships, but even though the trade’s gained increased visibility through energy crises and pandemics; it’s facing an unprecedented wave of retirements.

Price founded his Sheet Metal Ductwork Fabrication School in Burkeville, Virginia, in 2010 after retiring from his state job. Since then, he’s become a mentor to hundreds of aspiring tin knockers. 

Starting about 10 years ago, anti-microbial coating provider Bio Shield Tech LLC began its foray into the ventilation industry with silver ions. 

Here we cover the demise of Engel reps; Lockformer and IPI’s, and other machinery manufacturers’ dealer networks; and the national consolidation of local distributors that lead to large regional HVAC super-wholesalers.

Air louvre replacement required unique solutions to design a jackshift around pipe.

The Dusty Robotics FieldPrinter is transforming the construction industry.

Eliminating unnecessary spending on spare parts impacts the profitability of metal manufacturers. 

Smoke pens offer HVAC technicians and remodelers a simple and affordable option for finding leaks in ductwork.

High school students attending the annual Skills USA national competition on June 20-24 got a chance to hone their brazing skills and learn more about careers in numerous industries including HVAC/R.