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LG Electronics USA Inc.: Single-phase VRF Unit

November 28, 2016

This single-phase, variable refrigerant flow (VRF), 5-ton heat recovery system is designed for the U.S. market.

South Carolina Building Performance Association Set to Launch in January

The association will represent home performance contractors, building performance contractors, and more

November 25, 2016

The South Carolina Building Performance Association (SCBPA) is a new 501(c)(6) not-for-profit trade association being formed to represent the companies and professionals working in South Carolina’s home and building performance industry.

Service Experts Holiday Program to Benefit Toys for Tots

All toys collected will be given to Toys for Tots locally in time for the 2016 holiday season

November 25, 2016

Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning centers throughout Florida are bringing back a program to benefit Toys for Tots. Through Dec. 15, the six centers will give a free precision tune-up (value $99) for a home’s heating and cooling system in exchange for a new, unwrapped toy.

Central A/C and Heat Pump Shipments Up Strongly in September

Shipments of central air conditioners increased 14.2 percent, heat pumps increased 31.1 percent

November 24, 2016

U.S. shipments of central air conditioners and air-source heat pumps totaled 583,531 units in September 2016, up 19.5 percent from 488,464 units shipped in September 2015, according to the latest statistics from the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).

Fujitsu General Opens on Broadway

Company says ‘New York has enormous potential for VRF’

Kyle Gargaro

November 23, 2016

There is nothing like a grand opening on Broadway — and, on such occasions, rarely is the HVAC industry cast in a starring role. That changed recently as “Air Stage,” Fujitsu General America Inc.’s Solution Center, officially opened on 1450 Broadway in the heart of Times Square in New York.

Bosch Condensing Tankless Water Heater Wins CES 2017 Innovation Award

Entries are evaluated on their engineering, aesthetic, and design qualities

November 23, 2016

Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. announced that the Consumer Technology Association has honored Bosch with one of its 2017 Innovation Awards for the Bosch Greentherm 9900i SER, the premium model in a new line of tankless condensing water heaters: The Bosch Greentherm 9000 Series.

The Franchisee Experience

HVAC franchisees discuss why franchising works, and for whom it works best

Ron Rajecki

November 21, 2016

Companies that commit to the franchise system and work hard to implement its policies and procedures will find the benefits of franchising to be numerous and pervasive.

Franchising: The View from the Top

Execs say individuals must be ready and willing to maximize the franchisee experience

Ron Rajecki

November 21, 2016

HVAC contractors who join national franchises must be prepared to commit themselves and their companies to the franchises’ systems and protocols.

Infographic: The Dark Side of Government Regulation

November 21, 2016

American Action Forum, a political think-tank organization, recently released its “Discounting Consumers: How the DOE’s Wishful Thinking Leads to Higher Costs, Fewer Jobs,” study.

Hydronics Zone: A Look Inside One Hydronic/HVAC Pro’s Tool Bag — Part 1

Tools enable technicians to get the job done

Anthony Tosco

November 21, 2016

From cellphones to pipe wrenches, software to hand-held diagnostic devices, and everything in between – our tools are our “force multipliers.” They enable us to do things that no man, woman, or team of pros could do just a generation ago.