Many companies never really have a clear vision of how the installation process should be done in order to be most efficient. At the International Service Leadership (ISL) conference, Bob Wilkins introduced members to a process designed to provide stability to the installation process.
Counterperson certification, the cost of raw materials, and a new wave of government regulations were some of the topics at the combined Business Conference and Southeastern Regional Meeting of the Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI).
Manufacturers believe there is a simple way to achieve growth in the zoning market - awareness. "Most homeowners are probably not aware that zoning is a potential solution to their comfort and energy efficiency goals," said Mike Branson, manager of systems products marketing for Carrier.
Here are questions from readers and answers from Sharon Roberts, a consultant who specializes in selling to women and couples, customer service, and conflict management.
The purpose of this article is not only to demonstrate the proper use of the pressure-temperature relationship, but also illustrate how it can be used to thoroughly analyze a refrigeration or air conditioning system.
A usable fraction is a fraction you can use to measure with (i.e., 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16 inch). You measure with fractions of an inch. However, your calculator works in decimals of an inch.
When it comes to HVAC systems, when is moisture good, and when is it potentially harmful for customers? A consumer brochure and white paper titled "Facts about Humidifiers and Mold" spells it out. The information was produced by the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).
At the Michigan Chapter of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America meeting, the "Inspector's Panel Discussion," gave attendees the chance to discuss code changes and enforcement with a panel of mechanical inspectors. It turned out to be a very eye-opening meeting.