HVAC Residential Market - Articles - Page 254

HVACR: A Different View (But the Same Goal)

February 29, 2016

Technology is an important aspect of any business that desires long-term existence. The implementation of technology allows both the contractor and supplier to be mobile, connected, more intelligent, and flexible.

The Future Leaders of HVAC Distribution

Michael Coughlin

February 29, 2016

HARDI's Annual Conference in December, the organization’s Emerging Leaders program sought to strengthen the HVACR industry by developing the talent of its up-and-coming distributors, manufacturers, and vendors.

The 2016 International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo), held Jan. 25-27 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, welcomed 60,926 registered attendees.

HVACR Shines Brightly in Orlando

Manufacturers showcase new products at 2016 AHR Expo

February 22, 2016

Nearly 61,000 HVAC industry representatives enjoyed sun and reasonable temperatures as the 2016 AHR Expo rolled into Orlando, Florida. Preliminary numbers show that more than 18,254 exhibitor personnel welcomed 42,672 visitors.

Ductsox’s new dBSilencer is a fabric sound attenuator for fabric ductwork systems.

Building Codes, Weatherization Tighten the Ductwork Market

New products help reduce duct leakage, improve comfort

Nicole Krawcke

February 22, 2016

In the new home construction and retrofit markets, tighter building codes and the desire to become more energy efficient is driving innovation in the HVAC ductwork and sheet metal market.

Modine announced its geothermal and water-source heat pump systems have earned the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute AHRI certified mark.

Tax Credits, Fuel Prices Concern Geothermal Manufacturers

Kyle Gargaro

February 22, 2016

The geothermal industry is acutely aware that government-issued commercial and residential tax credits are set to expire at the end of 2016. Currently, geothermal heat pumps in commercial applications are eligible for a 10 percent income tax credit, and residential applications may receive up to a 30 percent incentive.

Global HVAC Market to Increase at 4.34% CAGR to 2022

Key drivers include rising population, revival in the housing markets, increases in income levels in emerging markets

February 22, 2016

The global HVAC market is forecast to generate over $68.93 billion in value, at an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.34 percent, from 2016 to 2022, according to a new report available from Research and Markets.

York’s TM9Y residential gas furnace combines the comfort of two-stage heating with the efficiency of a standard electronically commutated motor (ECM).

High-efficiency Furnaces Remain in High Demand

Manufacturers strive to create systems that save energy, provide better comfort

Joanna R. Turpin

February 22, 2016

According to HVAC manufacturers, customers are looking for highly efficient furnaces that shave dollars off their utility bills while providing the best possible levels of comfort. As a result, most furnaces displayed at the AHR Expo were designed to meet these market demands.

The Multi V S system from LG supports up to nine individual indoor units with a two-pipe refrigeration circuit and allows individual control of room temperatures.

Ductless Continues to Mature in the American HVAC Market

VRF and multi-zone functionality are gaining traction across the country

Nick Kostora

February 22, 2016

A report from Navigant Research reinforces this assessment, stating that annual revenue from ductless systems will grow to more than $9 billion by 2020, up from $3.9 billion in 2013.

Rheem’s EcoNet Smart Home System enables homeowners to customize their homes’ air and water systems.

Smart Home, Efficiency Pace the Residential A/C Market

Ron Rajecki

February 22, 2016

Energy efficiency, integration with smart home technology, and the ongoing impact of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) regional efficiency standards are major trends influencing products in the residential air conditioning market.

ECR Intl.’s new addition to the condensing boiler family is in response to increasing demand for high-efficiency products, said hydronics/warm air product manager, Don DeCarr.

New Boilers Emerge More Efficient, Accessible, and Intelligent

Modularity and low emissions are also gaining steam

Joanna R. Turpin

February 22, 2016

When it comes to figuring out what the market demands in a boiler, it usually comes down to the highest efficiencies possible along with advances in control technology. Indeed, efficiency and advanced control technologies were on display for most of the boilers introduced at the AHR Expo.