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HARDI Distributors Report 35.1% Revenue Increase in November

January 6, 2022

HARDI released its monthly TRENDS report, showing the average sales performance by HARDI distributors was an increase of 35.1% during November 2021.

APR Supply Co. Celebrate Centennial Year

January 5, 2022

APR Supply Co. announced that 2022 marks their 100th year of business.

ACCA Mourns the Loss of Jack Rise

January 5, 2022

ACCA shared the passing of Jack Rise, ACCA educational program instructor and ACCA Now contributor.

Original Equipment Manufacturers Developing Heat Pumps for Cold Climates

As part of DOE program, next-generation HPs will be available by 2024

Joanna R. Turpin

January 5, 2022

To enforce the transition away from using fossil fuels for space heating purposes, many cities across the U.S. have proposed or enacted regulations that would ban the use of fossil fuels in new homes and buildings.

Aprilaire Launches Radon Testing and Mitigation Services for National Radon Action Month

IAQ expert’s entry into radon expands its healthy indoor air offerings and brings affordable at-home radon testing, professional radon testing, and radon mitigation to homeowners

January 5, 2022

Aprilaire, a provider of IAQ solutions and systems, launched radon services available to homeowners nationwide in January 2022, deemed National Radon Action Month by the EPA.

Troubleshooting Pressure Transducers

Techs must understand how to service refrigeration systems with electronic controls

Joe Marchese

January 5, 2022

As more refrigeration systems incorporate electronic controls into their design, it is important for technicians to be able to troubleshoot these electronic devices, such as the pressure transducer.

New ‘Jelly Ice Cube’ Could Transform Cold Storage

UC Davis researchers develop ice cube that doesn’t melt or grow mold

January 4, 2022

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have developed a new type of cooling cube that could revolutionize how food is kept cold and shipped fresh without relying on ice or traditional cooling packs.

AHR Ready to Welcome Back HVAC Industry After Year Off

Some changes due to pandemic, but organizers expect good crowd

Ted Craig

January 4, 2022

Exhibitors and organizers are excited to welcome thousands of HVAC contractors and other industry personnel to the Las Vegas Convention Center after a yearlong halt of the AHR Expo.

Manhattan Mechanical Services Awarded TRMA Gold Award

January 4, 2022

Manhattan Mechanical Services was awarded the Three Rivers Manufacturers’ Association (TRMA) Gold Award for a second consecutive year.

EPA’s Cylinder Ban Comes Under Fire From HVAC Industry

Critics say the disposable refrigerant cylinder ban increases costs and poses safety risks for technicians

Joanna R. Turpin

January 4, 2022

EPA’s final rule on the AIM Act included a ban on non-refillable refrigerant cylinders starting in 2025. Several industry associations and a cylinder manufacturer have filed petitions to overturn the ban.