The Sam DeAngelis Peer of the Year Award
is given to the Synergy Solution Group member company that best embodies Synergy’s core values, and is awarded in memory of Sam DeAngelis, a cherished member who exemplified those values through his unwavering support for others.
The 179D Tax Deduction Applies to Commercial Buildings
January 15, 2025
Intended for commercial building owners and those who design of energy-efficient upgrades for buildings owned by governments and specified tax-exempt entities, the 179D Portal streamlines the evaluation process for estimating tax deductions.
A shortage of skilled labor is expected to continue. The Housecall Pro survey found that 60% of responding trades professionals said the shortage has impacted their business, and 86% said that their biggest hiring challenge is a lack of qualified candidates.
By addressing the growing demand for technical expertise in the commercial HVAC sector, Carrier is setting a new benchmark for workforce innovation in the U.S., a press release from the company said.
Only 10 professionals and 10 apprentices made it to round three and received an all-expenses paid trip to West Palm Beach, Florida, where they competed head-to-head for $100,000 in cash and prizes and the title. And Craig Childress came out the champ.
Auville has been with A. O. Smith for 22 years, joining in June 2002 as plant manager in Ashland City, Tennessee. He was promoted to vice president of manufacturing for North America Water Heating (NAWH) in 2021. He led the Ashland City plant’s transition after State Industries was acquired, helping make this plant the hub of A. O. Smith’s NAWH manufacturing.
HVAC and plumbing and professionals who attend the Quality Service Contractors conference will be able to take advantage of educational sessions, talks on a range of industry topics, and opportunities for networking.