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Air Barrier Testing: Cost Reduction Solutions for School Systems

January 14, 2019

The Charlotte Mecklenburg School System (CMSS), the 19th largest in the U.S. with a $1.3 billion operating budget, recently decided to take action to identify school system buildings that might be exhibiting air leakage.

Creating Documents May Take Time, But It’s Not a Waste of Time for HVAC Contractors

Use well-written operating manuals to provide relief from the daily chaos of running a business

Al Levi

January 14, 2019

When working with consulting clients, I take my operating manual templates that I’ve created at my own company, and I help owners tweak them to become their own. The lesson is that it’s easier to edit than to create.

ABCs of Externally Equalized TXVs

Devices can improve evaporator efficiency in refrigeration and air conditioning systems

John Tomczyk

January 14, 2019

The TXV also simultaneously controls a set amount of evaporator superheat while, under these same conditions, assuming the range and capacity of the valve is not exceeded.

Russ Miller - Tech of the Month - The ACHR News

Tech of the Month: January, 2019

January 14, 2019

Russ Miller learned as he worked — his experience was all gained from on-the-job training. After about 10 years at that business, a large, 60-plus-person commercial company, he switched jobs to a smaller place that ultimately ended up getting bought out to become AirComfort Heating & Cooling, serving Columbus and Fremont, Nebraska.

WaterFurnace Intl. Inc.: Geothermal Heat Pump

January 13, 2019

With a capacity range of 25-100 percent, the WaterFurnace variable capacity system will scale its output to what your building actually needs, maximizing occupant comfort levels.

RectorSeal, Panasonic Donate VRF System, Accessories to Arizona Church

January 11, 2019

The 13,000-square-foot, slump block-style building, which is a popular meeting place for the small town’s 5,500 Native American and Hispanic residents, frequently exhibited 100°F interior temperatures and above.

Licensing Deal Advances Smart Valve Technology

January 8, 2019

The agreement brings together Optimum Energy’s creative technology with Belimo’s hardware innovation to make smart valves even smarter and more valuable with practical, energy-saving solutions.

HVACR Directory & Source Guide

The No. 1 HVACR buyers guide for more than 85 years

January 7, 2019

The NEWS HVACR Directory & Source Guide is one of the industry’s most valuable resources. HVACR pros rely on it to locate products, get technical support, and discover new business opportunities.