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Hammerhead Industries Inc.: Wrist Lanyard System

June 19, 2017

These wrist lanyard systems can safely handle tools up to 5 pounds. Users can change out and use many tools with just one lanyard by fitting additional male connectors to all the tools being used and merely unclicking one tool and attaching another.

Economy, Technology Encourage HVAC System Replacements

HVAC contractors share how they help homeowners decide whether to repair or replace

Nicole Krawcke

June 12, 2017

Faced with potentially lofty repair bills, homeowners must decide whether to repair or replace their condensing units, which is not an easy decision.

Alliance Scale Inc.: Rack Scales

June 12, 2017

These rack scales feature rugged steel frames, pipe carriages, locking wheels, and casters and are equipped with a weighing indicator with a full keypad, an LCD display, and accumulation counting. Combining weight, count, and transport functions, these rack scales can be custom-designed and built for weighing pipe or bar stock up to 12,000 pounds.

Navien: Manifold System

June 12, 2017

The Ready-Link Manifold System is designed for NPE Tankless Water Heaters. This accessory makes manifold mounting onto the Ready-Link Rack or directly to a wall simple for new multi-unit installations or emergency, same-day replacements.

RT Automation: Monitoring System

June 12, 2017

The mCerberus HVAC Monitoring Hardware and Software System allows for continuous delta T monitoring both heating/cooling modes that may be installed on existing and/or new residential systems.

Werner Co.: Dual-purpose Ladder

June 12, 2017

Designed for service crews, electricians, and general contractors, the fiberglass ladders feature enhanced ergonomics that offer safety and efficiency.

Robert Bosch Tool Corp.: Laser Measure

June 12, 2017

The Bosch BLAZE GLM 42 laser measure features a full-color backlit display that is viewable anywhere, even in dark areas or in low-light/no-light conditions. The Bosch GLM 42 provides default real-time length, length, area, volume, and indirect measuring functions that may be navigated via a display guide that walks users through each measurement function.

Eastern Sheet Metal: Round Duct Calculator App

June 12, 2017

The Eastern Sheet Metal Equivalent Round Duct Calculator app allows sheet metal contractors, installers, HVAC engineers, and contractors to quickly convert rectangular and flat oval duct dimensions to round. It will also convert rectangular to flat oval.

Have You Updated Your Digital HVACR Tools Lately?

Techs must be ready and willing to upgrade their digital HVACR tools

Nick Kostora

June 5, 2017

Manufacturers have the task of bringing advanced digital tools to market and assuring contractors and technicians that they will do everything possible to refine and enhance their products.

Which Tools Are Most Desired by HVAC Technicians?

If you could add one tool to your bag, what would it be?

Nick Kostora

June 5, 2017

What if you, as a technician, could add any tool to your bag with no concern for price, brand, or market condition? It’s an intriguing prompt. And, when shared with HVAC contractors and technicians, the question brought forth plenty of differing opinions and responses.