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LG Electronics USA: Heat Pump System

October 24, 2016

LG Multi F heat pump systems provide air conditioning for two, three, four, or up to eight separate zones. With a variety of indoor units available, systems can be configured with all non-ducted, all ducted, or both non-ducted and ducted indoor units.

LG Electronics USA: Duct-free Air Conditioning System

October 24, 2016

LG Art Cool™ Premier delivers unrivaled performance. Efficient and quiet (down to 17dB(A)) the duct-free air conditioning system delivers powerful heating performance down to -13°F.

Yenni Capital Acquires Steven Feller P.E.

Acquisition is intended to accelerate the company’s expansion into new markets and sectors

October 21, 2016

Yenni Capital, a private equity investment firm, announced that it has acquired Steven Feller P.E., an engineering design services company whose capabilities include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Aire Serv of Huntsville Named Franchisee of the Year

Presented to the franchisee that has consistently grown through proper training and management

October 21, 2016

Scott and Denise Taylor, owners of Aire Serv of Huntsville in Huntsville, Alabama, received the Franchisee of the Year Award and Top Gun recognition from Aire Serv at the 2016 Dwyer Group International Conference in San Antonio. Aire Serv is the HVAC brand of the Dwyer Group.

ServiceBench Launches Service to Connect Companies to Parts Suppliers

The service is integrated with its software and core service management system

October 20, 2016

ServiceBench has announced the launch of a new supply chain service that enables a direct web connection from its cloud-based service business management software platforms to suppliers of replacement HVAC, appliance, and other service and repair parts.

BPI Launches Healthy Home Evaluator Certification Nationally

Developed in partnership with the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative

October 17, 2016

The Building Performance Institute (BPI) announced the nationwide launch of its Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE) certification. The certification is designed to help home performance and other professionals conduct assessments to determine conditions that may adversely affect occupant health and safety.

Master Group Acquires Two Johnson Controls’ Unitary Products Group Branches

The Master Group is one of the largest independent HVACR distributors in eastern Canada

October 17, 2016

The Master Group Inc. announced it has purchased the distribution operations of Johnson Controls’ Unitary Products Group (York®) branches based in Oakville and Markham, Ontario. The two branches will operate as The Master Group.

In addition to the necessary licenses, contractors should strongly consider obtaining training on financial basics, including understanding cash flow, balance sheets, income statements, and more.

HVAC Accounting Tips: How to Balance the Books

Kimberly Schwartz

October 17, 2016

HVAC industry experts advise that no business owner should underestimate the importance of setting up and following good accounting practices.

HVAC contractors are locked in a “battle for the wall,” and their opponents are big-box stores, do-it-yourself homeowners, security companies, and cable providers. Photo courtesy of Aquamechanical

HVAC Gears Up for the Battle of the Wall

Jen Anesi

October 17, 2016

More homeowners are opting to purchase thermostats and install them on their own, but this doesn't have to take sales opportunities away from the contractor.