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Facts + Figures: May 16, 2016

May 16, 2016

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

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.

A 12-ton heat pump system is laid out prior to being sunk into a pond. PHOTO COURTESY OF MARK JOHNSON, HTTP://BIT.LY/MARKJOHNSONGEOTHERMAL2

GEO, CSA Set Geothermal Standard

American, Canadian firms introduce binational ANSI/CSA C448

Jen Anesi

May 2, 2016

As the first of its kind in the U.S., the standard outlines requirements and best practices for geothermal project design, installation, commissioning, and more in the U.S. and Canada.

Xergy, University of Delaware Researchers Work to Build a Better Heat Pump

Use of fuel cell technology provides new approach

April 13, 2016

Xergy Inc. has announced a new refrigeration system based on an electrochemical compressor to replace the conventional mechanical vapor compression systems found in typical heat pumps. The company credits the University of Delaware’s Ajay Prasad and his research team with playing an important role in the breakthrough.

Modine announced its geothermal and water-source heat pump systems have earned the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute AHRI certified mark.

Tax Credits, Fuel Prices Concern Geothermal Manufacturers

Kyle Gargaro

February 22, 2016

The geothermal industry is acutely aware that government-issued commercial and residential tax credits are set to expire at the end of 2016. Currently, geothermal heat pumps in commercial applications are eligible for a 10 percent income tax credit, and residential applications may receive up to a 30 percent incentive.

Experts believe New York CityÃ¢â¬â¢s geothermal acceptance may serve as an example for future geothermal legislation across the U.S. Photo courtesy of Kenny Louie: http://bit.ly/NYCGEO5

NYC Supports Geo Investments

City council votes to encourage geothermal installations in new construction and retrofit projects

Nick Kostora

February 15, 2016

The New York City Council voted unanimously to pass a bill that encourages the installation of geothermal energy and requires that geothermal heat pumps be considered for all new construction and retrofits of city-owned buildings.

Hydronics Zone: In Over Your Head

Radiant ceilings are a great option in many systems

John Siegenthaler, PE

February 15, 2016

If you’ve never tried a radiant ceiling panel, I urge you to do so. I’ve used this panel construction on several projects and have always been delighted with the installation method, performance, and lack of problems.

Facts + Figures: HVAC Shipments Slip in October

December 28, 2015

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

Reliability, Versatility Strengthen Commercial Heat Pump Market

Numerous technologies available for building owners

Joanna R. Turpin

October 5, 2015

Regardless of the type of heat pump system chosen, building owners and managers are sure to see numerous advantages from installing this energy-efficient technology.

HVAC Contractors Can Earn $500 Rebates on Unico iSeries Heat Pumps

Offer available through year-end on new outdoor units

August 14, 2015

Unico has announced a rebate program for its new heat pump, the iSeries outdoor unit with inverter technology. The manufacturer plans to send U.S and Canadian HVAC contractors a $500 check for every unit they sell this year between Aug. 1 and Dec. 31.