As heat pumps and other advanced systems become more common, the gap between what’s possible and what’s practical will depend largely on workforce readiness.
Designed for high-performance HVAC systems, the RP17AY series heat pumps offer cooling efficiencies up to 17 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 and heating efficiencies up to 9.5 HSPF2.
The transaction brings two established brands under the Lennox umbrella and continues the manufacturer’s effort to expand its equipment, parts, and supply offerings.
As A2L refrigerants enter commercial refrigeration, charge limits are driving new requirements for leak detection, system isolation, and ventilation in confined spaces.
With the goal of providing an immersive learning environment that goes beyond traditional classroom instruction, the Institute is expected to open in 2027.
WHVACR board member Lisa Knapp will discuss how targeted career development initiatives can help HVACR businesses strengthen their workforces by attracting more women to the trades and supporting their trades careers.
A 1967 ACHR NEWS article shows how one utility promoted electric heat with a full-scale campaign aimed at homeowners, contractors, and commercial buildings.