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ARS Hires Andrew DeCastro as Senior Vice President and Head of Corporate Development

March 22, 2023

Andrew DeCastro will be responsible for the continued strategic growth of ARS, focusing on acquiring businesses across the U.S. and integrating them into the ARS network.

Mergers and Acquisitions: Two Bankers Say HVAC M&A Market Still Robust, One Buyer Sees Bigger Slowdown

Mergers and acquisitions activity is slightly off its recent peak of two years ago, according to two investment bankers involved in such deals

Matt Jachman

March 21, 2023

While M&A activity has slowed, there is still a lot of opportunity in the market.

Refrigeration Manifold Gauges: Digital vs. Mechanical

There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of gauge

Joe Marchese

March 21, 2023

Technicians have the choice of using either a digital or mechanical manifold gauge. Each one has its benefits and disadvantages, which is why it may pay to own one of each kind.

San Francisco Latest City to Ban Gas Furnaces

March 21, 2023

Bay Area Air Quality Management District votes to phase out NOx-emitting natural gas furnaces and water heaters.

Enter to Win a Trip to the Sixth Annual RIDGID Experience 2023

March 20, 2023

RIDGID will select six winners for a VIP experience at its global headquarters.

Four Ways Software Can Help With the Labor Shortage & How to Maximize It

Used correctly, software can increase productivity, manage labor, and boost employee retention

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 20, 2023

Software can increase productivity, better manage labor, encourage retention, and keep things consistent and organized. But it’s up to HVACR contractors to choose the right software and take the proper stops to implement it.

Proper Charge Is Critical for Microchannel Coils

Incorrect amount of refrigerant could reduce performance, efficiency, and reliability

Joanna R. Turpin

March 20, 2023

Microchannel coils are lightweight, offer better heat transfer, and use less refrigerant than traditional fin-and-tube coils; however, care must be taken when charging, as even a few ounces could reduce a systems’ performance, efficiency, and reliability.

FYI: News Briefs in HVAC - March 20, 2023

March 20, 2023

For your information news briefs from a wide variety of categories within the HVAC industry. Price increases, mergers and acquisitions, award winners, and more are highlighted here each week.

ABB to expand Robotics factory in US

March 20, 2023

$20 million investment aims to increase production at ABB’s existing Auburn Hills, Michigan, facility.

HVACR Professionals Highlight Their Most Underrated Tools

When products are readily available, they are often overlooked

Layan Dahhan

March 19, 2023

Are all tools treated equally or are some disregarded? At this year’s AHR Expo in Atlanta, Georgia, held Feb. 6-8, The ACHR NEWS interviewed six attendees about their most underrated tools.