To help control electricity consumption, variable-speed drive (VSD) manufacturers are creating more flexible, compact, and easy-to-install drives. The upward slope of electricity prices and the improvement in VSD technology makes this a good time to invest in future savings.
The installation of a BACnet-enabled variable-frequency drive (VFD), working in tandem with the Automated Logic Corp. building automation system (BAS) at the Aurora City School District, could be a sign of things to come.
While any failure is problematic, motors present additional challenges - a specific motor failure or its cause isn't necessarily obvious. That's why testing is important.
The implications of the switch to the 13 SEER standard in January 2006 were addressed at a seminar held during the Air Conditioning Contractors of America 37th Annual Conference & Indoor Air Expo.
The HVACR equipment manufacturers roundtable discussion at the 2005 ACCA conference proved to be an open, frank, and often lighthearted exchange of ideas. The topic that got the most attention was the transition to manufacturing 13-SEER products and how the HVACR marketplace will be affected.
The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) has elected its slate of officers for 2005-2006. Greg Leisgang was elected chairman. Among the awards given out by the association were the 2005 Commercial Excellence Award and the 2005 Residential Excellence Award.
The 2005 ACCA Conference & Indoor Air Expo wrapped up its best attended annual conference. Contractors from across the country crowded into jam-packed workshop sessions, a sold-out trade show floor, and general sessions featuring state-of-the-art lighting, fiery production, and rousing keynote speakers.
Many, if not most, McDonald's and White Castle fast-food restaurants now accept plastic. The minimum standard for air conditioning systems will soon be 13 SEER. Martha Stewart is scheduled to host her own "Apprentice"-type TV show when she completes her house arrest. Geez, what's next? Drive-through HVAC distribution facilities? As a matter of fact, yes.
HVACR contractors who don't stay up on changes in building and construction codes are playing with fire, according to Jay Peters, senior director of codes and education for the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO).
Jack Sinkler told attendees of his "Key Changes to Profitability and Growth in the Next Two Years" seminar that they need to be aware of four key challenges. He outlined the challenges at the ACCA 37th Annual Conference & Indoor Air Expo.
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