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Is It Legal to Only Hire the Already-Employed?

The Problems With Must-Be-Employed Rules
Richard D. Alaniz
September 19, 2011
While the “must be employed to apply” philosophy may make sense, federal regulators are examining these types of policies, and at least one state has made it illegal.


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NYC Mayor Bloomberg, Other Speakers Address What’s Next at Greenbuild 2011

September 19, 2011
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced that New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman, and more will address attendees at Greenbuild 2011.


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Remember 9/11, Hire a Veteran

September 12, 2011
Many have come to the defense of the nation since 9/11, but when they return from military service, they can have difficulty finding employment. The president has announced new initiatives to help returning military veterans find jobs.


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Troubleshooting Challenge: A Heat Pump That Won’t Cool

Jim Johnson
September 5, 2011
In this troubleshooting situation, the equipment you’re servicing is a 240-volt, single-phase split system in a small office, and the customer’s complaint is that the system is blowing warm air.


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High-Efficiency Chillers Projected to Provide Big Savings

September 5, 2011
The University of Texas Arlington has commissioned two new high-efficiency chillers that will serve the main campus cooling loop and provide projected annual energy savings of nearly $200,000.


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Social Media’s Impact: How Contractors Can Use Social Media to Connect With the Consumer

Dale Blasingame
September 5, 2011
Can a solid presence on social media benefit you as an HVACR contractor? You bet it can.


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Aeroseal Expands Its Duct Sealing Service Program

September 5, 2011
Aeroseal LLC announced that a number of HVAC and duct cleaning professionals have signed up to become official service providers since the launch of the new Aeroseal company.


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Btu Buddy 101: Bob Trains Tim on His First Service Call

Bill Johnson
August 22, 2011
Bob and Tim have arrived at Tim’s first service call. Tim asked Bob, “What is this call all about?” Bob said, “This is a new customer that wants us to take over the maintenance work for this apartment house.”


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Shaft Grounding Rings Improve Sustainability of HVAC Motors

August 22, 2011
Shaft currents induced by VFDs can wreak havoc with bearings, so a reliable method of shaft grounding is essential.


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Bona Fide Meal Periods: Are Your Practices Creating Overtime Liability?

Richard D. Alaniz
August 22, 2011
Taking workers off the clock for their meal periods can lead to litigation and government investigations if not done with care.


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