According to the lawsuit complaint, Brian Mierendorf, 37, was asked to service the refrigeration lines within a Kroger in Michigan. The lawsuit stated that during maintenance, a refrigeration line began spraying liquid refrigerant into the store.
With the addition of Mr. C Refrigeration, Smart Care furthers its commercial refrigeration capabilities in the Louisville, Kentucky, area and the surrounding region.
The increasing popularity of residential air-source heat pumps also means increasing room for installation errors. Experts from several manufacturers list some common mistakes and explain how to steer clear of them.
A popular tax credit that helps homeowners afford energy-efficient HVAC upgrades is on the line. As Congress debates the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” contractors and distributors are speaking out about what losing Section 25C could mean for their businesses — and the industry's future.
Company shows appreciation for those who install its press fittings
June 25, 2025
Members of the Rapid Locking System
team hit the road Sunday across the St. Louis, Missouri, area, where the company is headquartered, delivering more than 20 gift bags to HVAC technicians at Hoffmann Brothers, Milford Supply, and Inman Heating and Cooling.
The partnership with Custom Mechanical Solutions enhances DriSteem's presence in the Pacific Northwest, giving Oregon customers direct access to Custom Mechanical’s sales and technical support for DriSteem’s product line.
The HVACR industry is in the thick of a major refrigerant transition — and R-454B is suddenly in short supply. Why is one new refrigerant hard to find while another isn’t? What can contractors do when demand is surging, supply is tight, and customers are sweltering? Here, experts break down the manufacturing missteps, shifting pressures, and real-world solutions.