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HVAC will never be the same. Records were shattered, hurricanes were fierce, and 13 SEER, well, let's just say the transition has been interesting. The year 2005 was one of great challenge, but HVAC doesn't seem worse for the wear. Here are the top stories of 2005.
Johnson Controls acquired York International Unitary Products Group (UPG). On Aug. 24, 2005, Johnson Controls purchased York for $3.2 billion dollars. On Dec. 9, York International voted in favor of the acquisition, the final step in the transaction.