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Joann Donelon, director of marketing, White-Rodgers, talks with contractors during the trade show portion of the International Roundtable meeting.

International Roundtable Paves the Fast Track to HVAC Prosperity

Service Nation Inc. members race to success in Atlanta

May 16, 2016

More than 200 contractors from three countries descended on the Peach Tree State April 6-8 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta to attend Service Nation Inc.’s Atlanta International Roundtable meeting.

PHNIX North America Eco-Energy Solutions Inc.: Fan Coil

May 16, 2016

This unit is an efficient solution for single-room heating and cooling. Its 5.1-inch-thick design allows the coil to be used as an unobtrusive zoning solution.

A Dealer Success Panel answered audience questions about geothermal best practices, tax credits, marketing, and more during WaterFurnace Intl. Inc.’s Annual Sales Meeting in Nashville.

WaterFurnace Supports Dealers at Annual Meeting

Annual sales meeting focuses on strengthening, growing businesses

Nicole Krawcke

May 16, 2016

The two day event, which was focused on helping dealers strengthen and grow their businesses, featured presentations on WaterFurnace products, marketing tools, training, financing, and more.

U.S. Boiler Co. Inc.: Firetube Boiler

May 16, 2016

The K2 Firetube Boiler features a stainless steel vertical firetube heat exchanger and is available in six sizes ranging 85-270 MBtuh.

Meacham Joins National HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Brands

Contractor becomes One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, and Mister Sparky

May 12, 2016

Meacham Heating, Cooling & Energy Solutions announced it is joining forces with three national home services brands, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning®, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®, and Mister Sparky®.

NIBE to Acquire Climate Control Group from LSB Industries

Acquisition includes ClimateMaster, IEC, ClimateCraft, and ClimaCool

May 12, 2016

NIBE Industrier AB of Sweden and LSB Industries Inc., Oklahoma City, announced that they have entered into a stock purchase agreement by which NIBE will acquire 100 percent of the outstanding shares of The Climate Control Group Inc. from LSB for a purchase price of $364 million.

HB McClure Acquires Mainhart Mechanical

The acquisition marks HB McClure’s 11th since 2010

May 11, 2016

HB McClure Co., a central Pennsylvania commercial and residential mechanical contractor, has announced the acquisition of Mainhart Mechanical LLC, Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, which specializes in residential plumbing, heating, and air conditioning repair, installation, and construction services.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN: According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, a gallon of gasoline will average $1.89 in 2016 and $1.97 in 2017.

HVAC Contractors Welcome Lower Gasoline Prices this Summer

Drastic measures were taken when prices soared just a few years ago

Nick Kostora

May 9, 2016

The average price for a gallon of gas in 2012 was $3.68, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Prices averaged $2.43 in 2015 and are expected to maintain similar or lower prices throughout 2016 and into 2017.

EPA Warns Again About Risks of Using R-22a Refrigerant

Agency notes unapproved refrigerant poses risk of fire or explosion

May 5, 2016

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is cautioning homeowners, HVAC contractors, and service technicians of the safety hazards related to recharging existing home air conditioning systems with a propane-based refrigerant.

ARS Acquires Unique Air Services

Unique Air serves the greater Sarasota area

May 2, 2016

American Residential Services (ARS), a national provider of air conditioning, heating, and plumbing services, has acquired the assets of Unique Air Services in Bradenton, Florida.