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Smart Thermostats Help HVAC Contractors Get Ahead

Maintenance insight helps contractors, while rebates appeal to customers

February 20, 2023

Smart thermostats offer preventive maintenance options and rebates for customers, but contractors should be sure to get educated — and educate homeowners — on utility rebates like demand-response programs.

OEMs Expect IRA to Boost Sales in 2023

However, inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth

Joanna R. Turpin

February 20, 2023

The last two years have been very good for the HVAC industry, thanks to robust demand for new equipment; however, manufacturers worry that inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession could dampen growth in 2023.

Tankless Water Heater Market Keeps ‘Heating Up’

Noritz executive VP and general manager shares perspective into the industry’s outlook on tankless water heaters

Hannah Belloli-Oster

February 17, 2023

Jason Fleming, Noritz executive vice president and general manager, shares insights and perspective into what’s to be expected out of the industry’s tankless water heaters.

Building Decarbonization Central to New York State’s Climate Plan

Plan calls for smart HVACR controls, heat pumps, thermal energy networks

Matt Jachman

February 16, 2023

Heat pumps, smart HVACR controls, thermal energy networks, and an increase in the number of energy-efficient buildings are central to the state of New York’s multipronged decarbonization plan.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for December 2022

February 15, 2023

Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

Stranded Surplus a ‘Plus’ for HVAC?

New DOE efficiency rules for a/c units could be a boon for HVAC surplus dealers

Matt Jachman

February 14, 2023

Companies that deal in surplus HVAC equipment are seeing business opportunities in the new U.S. DOE energy efficiency minimums for single-phase residential air-conditioners.

The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more popular, it’s important to learn about the various types available

Joanna R. Turpin

February 14, 2023

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.

LG Press Conference Highlights Sustainable Solutions

At AHR, a sneak peek at LG’s new products before they hit the market

Maria Taylor

February 8, 2023

At a press conference during the AHR Expo in Atlanta, LG highlighted its ESG framework, called “A Better Life Plan 2030,” along with some of its newest and soon-to-launch products.

LG Electronics Component Solutions Highlights New Compressors

New compressors utilize R-32 and R-454B

Joanna R. Turpin

February 7, 2023

At its press conference at the AHR Expo, LG Electronics Component Solutions highlighted its new compressors for residential applications that will utilize the low-GWP refrigerants.