A new whitepaper from Fellowes reports on what the company calls a growing divide between the IAQ buildings are designed to deliver with their HVAC systems and what emerging standards require.
As one of the few inverter-driven “pancake” AHUs available, the Midea system is designed to deliver stable, high-performance heating and cooling in a range of ambient temperatures, a Midea press release said.
Contractors in the $3–10 million range are facing increasing pressure from consolidation, rising costs, and operational complexity. While smaller companies stay lean and larger firms scale with resources, the middle is being forced to adapt. The question isn’t just whether it’s shrinking — but whether contractors can successfully navigate the transition.
Lennox weighs in on price-fixing allegations as Q1 results reveal a 10% residential drop, with pricing and commercial growth resulting in overall growth.
The New Buildings Institute's GTZ Forum brings together building professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to share ideas for advancing high-efficiency and zero-carbon buildings.
Labor costs, workforce shortages, and material prices continue to pressure HVAC contractors in 2026 — but many are still planning for growth. A new report shows how firms are balancing risk, adopting AI, and adjusting operations to protect margins.