The 2026 AHR Expo returned to Las Vegas with momentum that could not be denied, bringing together more than 53,000 HVACR professionals for one of the industry’s most important annual gatherings.
With standing-room-only sessions, nearly 2,000 exhibitors, and a strong focus on workforce development, this year’s Expo proved the industry’s momentum is real — and growing — as over 53,000 HVACR professionals gathered to connect, learn, and shape what’s next.
With residential HVAC slumping, data centers are driving growth —
but new chip designs, local resistance, and even space-based alternatives raise questions about whether that boom will last.
Several OEMs implemented multiple rounds of increases across equipment and parts, while copper-related components and select IAQ products saw higher movement.
Ohio-based contractor shows how thoughtful planning, long-term partnerships, and high-quality installations have made them a top contractor for VRF technology.