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Geothermal Heat Pump Tax Credits Reinstated

Hard-Fought Victory Will Secure Jobs and Time to Help Overcome Market Barriers

February 9, 2018

The U.S. geothermal heat pump (GHP) industry scored a victory for its workforce and their employers as federal legislation was passed to extend federal tax credits for residential and commercial installations of GHPs. The measure was included in the Continuing Resolution spending bill approved by Congress.

Ingersoll Rand and Mitsubishi Electric Corp.

Ingersoll Rand, Mitsubishi Electric Enter Joint Venture

Kyle Gargaro

February 5, 2018

The HVAC ductless market felt a shake up as Ingersoll Rand and Mitsubishi Electric Corp. announced they have entered into an agreement to establish a 50-50 joint venture (JV) pending global antitrust review.

HVAC Professionals Stress the Importance of Protecting Your Company’s Brand

Nicole Krawcke

February 5, 2018

Chad Setchell, president of Mobile, Alabama-based Hansen Heating & Air, never thought he’d see his company’s logo attached to another HVAC contracting company — but he was wrong.

HVACR Contractors Deem VRF Technology the Next Big Thing

Contractors tout the technology’s efficiency, effectiveness

Herb Woerpel

February 5, 2018

Whether it’s geothermal technology, inverter compressors, or Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled devices, HVACR contractors are constantly on the lookout for the next big thing.

HVAC Product Showcase: VRF Equipment

A snapshot of some of the latest and greatest VRF equipment available on the market today

Herb Woerpel

February 5, 2018

Carrier’s Toshiba Carrier Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heating and cooling products can now connect seamlessly to the i-Vu building automation system (BAS), which allows building operators to manage their HVAC systems around the clock, from anywhere.

Knowledge is Power When it Comes to Variable Refrigerant Flow

Training is paramount in gaining the expertise necessary to adequately manage VRF equipment

Herb Woerpel

February 5, 2018

With all its piping, brazing, sophisticated controls, and new-age software, variable refrigerant flow (VRF) may seem like a daunting technology to some contractors.

Sexual Harassment Policies Protect HVAC Contracting Businesses

Nicole Krawcke

January 31, 2018

With the issue dominating major media outlets toward the end of the year, small business employers — including HVAC contractors — should take the time to review current sexual harassment policies in place, or, if they don’t have a policy, consider implementing one.

Motors and Drives Updates in HVAC Market

The latest advances in motors and drives will excite even the most hardcore motorhead

Ron Rajecki

January 29, 2018

Motors and drives might be thought of as the elegant workhorses of HVAC and refrigeration systems. They combine old-school toughness and durability with the latest in Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, and manufacturers are constantly striving to make them more efficient and versatile and easier to monitor and control.

Motors and Drives Provide Efficiency Upgrades

Motors and drives are evolving to provide ever-increasing efficiency and control

Ron Rajecki

January 29, 2018

Our look at the trends HVAC contractors should expect to see in the world of 2018 motors and drives includes products that will be increasingly flexible, adaptable, and connected.

2017 Best HVAC Contractors to Work For Steal the Show at AHR Expo

January 22, 2018

Wise HVAC business owners recognize the fact that happy employees equal happy customers. They also know that in an industry where qualified workers are becoming a scarcity, salary and wage are not the only factors to consider when it comes to recruiting and retaining employees.