HVAC Commercial Market - Articles - Page 55

The Unintended Consequences of Electrification

End users could find themselves with limited choices, higher electric bills, and less comfort

April 12, 2022

While proponents claim that electrification is necessary to reduce global warming, critics say that it limits choices for consumers and that some electric technologies may not be as efficient or reliable as their fossil fuel counterparts.

HVAC Company Offers Diverse Services, Boasts Family Culture

The “Schlosser Way” or the Highway

Layan Dahhan

April 10, 2022

Originally named Schlosser Plumbing, the company was founded by Paul Schlosser in 1954.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for January 2022

April 8, 2022

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

Target, Amazon Embrace CO2 Refrigeration

New net zero test stores will help both retailers achieve sustainability goals

Joanna R. Turpin

April 5, 2022

Target and Amazon have both recently announced plans to construct new stores that contain CO2 refrigeration systems, which will help the retailers significantly reduce carbon emissions and energy use.

The Rush To Electrify

Transitioning away from fossil fuels will come with a price

Joanna R. Turpin

April 5, 2022

There is no question that the current environmental trend right now is electrification, which is part of an overall strategy to decarbonize our society. As with most everything in life, perhaps moderation would be a better way to approach electrification.

Danfoss Builds Supermarket of the Future

Denmark store will benefit from energy-efficient refrigeration and heating technologies

Joanna R. Turpin

April 5, 2022

Danfoss recently broke ground on the construction of what it has called one of the world’s most energy-efficient supermarkets, which will be filled with the latest and most energy-efficient refrigeration and heating technology.

Project Files: Episode 47 — Sheridan College District Energy System

Danfoss energy transfer stations help this Ontario college’s district energy system make the grade

Maria Taylor

March 30, 2022

When Sheridan College launched its Energy and Climate Master Plan, with the goal of cutting campus energy and greenhouse gas emissions by half, they realized that they would need to transform their heating and cooling system.

Manufacturers Consider Aesthetic Appeal of Commercial VRF

Compact, quiet technology offers comfortable solutions for consumers

Layan Dahhan

March 29, 2022

Though heating and cooling systems in some commercial spaces like gymnasiums might not need to be visually appealing, other areas like hospitality could benefit from more aesthetic solutions.

HVAC Industry Is Poised for Growth in 2022

Original Equipment Manufacturers note supply chain issues and labor shortages could be a challenge for the coming year

Joanna R. Turpin

March 29, 2022

Despite supply chain issues making it difficult to obtain some types of HVAC equipment and components last year, sales appeared to be fairly robust.

Joel Long, president of PHCC-National Association.

Supply Chain Issues Could Crimp Sales This Year

Obtaining HVACR equipment and components could be a challenge through 2022

Joanna R. Turpin

March 28, 2022

The pandemic has created a number of winners and losers over the last two years, with some businesses closing down completely and others doing quite well. For the most part, HVAC contractors fell into the latter category.