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The ongoing phaseout of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), such as R-22, holds many unknowns for the HVACR industry as 2020 approaches, but at least one sector of the industry anticipates tremendous opportunity: the reclamation sector. 

Recovering refrigerant from HVAC and refrigeration systems is an important day-to-day task for HVACR technicians. Here’s a look at some of the latest tools that help make this important job easy, along with tips from the recovery equipment manufacturers on how to efficiently and safely recover refrigerant.

Air-Fi wireless replaces the need for wired building controls, allowing installations to be completed quickly with little disruption to occupants in existing buildings while also providing reliability, simple installation, and flexibility as building spaces change. 

CT ABC also presented NEMSI with an Excellence in Construction Award for its project at the Kent School’s Music & Mattison Auditorium and recognized NEMSI for its 20 years of committed and active membership.

The need for more HVACR technicians was one of the issues that took center stage at the recent 2015 HVACR & Mechanical Conference for Education Professionals, where industry educators attended three days of seminars, classes, and networking events designed to foster collaboration within the industry.

Measuring supply plenum temperature is a process that can become second nature to experienced HVAC contractors, but, for those first attempting or learning the trade, the action offers many pratfalls and potential obstacles.

As geothermal continues to grow in popularity, it’s important for contractors to be properly trained in geothermal installations and functionality.

While a busy summer season can bring increased business and profits, it can also mean long hours and tough conditions for employees.

Zero-net-energy (ZNE) projects are becoming an increasingly popular way to save energy and showcase the green movement away from fossil fuels and carbon emissions.

Installing all the refrigeration and freezer cases, walk-in freezers and coolers, food preparation stations, piping, compressors, and controls that a modern grocery store requires was no easy task in a 107-year-old building.