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This Internet of Things gateway enables smart building control and allows users to remotely monitor devices.

The self-cleaning auto scrubber hood system is ideal for heavy grease-producing appliances, such as char broilers, woks, fryers and griddles, facilities with long duct runs, and facilities with long hours of operation.

The units feature an exact-fit replacement design that matches the units to footprints of other manufacturers’ units and eliminates the need for a curb adapter.

The unit includes a standard neoprene, vibration-isolated blower and motor for quiet operation.

"In 2015, women comprised 57 percent of the national labor force, according to the DOL; however, only 1.7 percent of the total employed heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration installers and technicians were women. Women represent an untapped resource for the HVACR industry."

While most companies strive to adhere to OSHA regulations, some may choose to cut corners to meet deadlines or accomplish jobs.

Contractors can create a safety and health program using a number of simple steps that include training workers on how to identify and control hazards, inspecting the job site with workers to identify the problems with equipment and materials, and developing responses to possible emergency scenarios in advance.

The new 1,600-square-foot location on the 42nd floor was conceived and designed as a learning and sharing center where contractors, architects, engineers, building owners, and others can come together to collaborate and share experiences.

HVAC experts have agreed that recruiting mor ewomen to the industry many be part of the solution to the growing labor shortage.