According to preliminary data from the “National Solar Jobs Census 2011: A Review of the U.S. Solar Workforce,” The Solar Foundation announced that solar businesses added 6,735 new workers in all 50 states from August 2010 to August 2011, which represents a 6.8 percent growth rate.
WaterFurnace International Inc., a leading manufacturer of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional geothermal and water source heat pumps, and Tendril, provider of a cloud platform service for energy management, are partnering to deliver a solution that combines geothermal systems with home energy management.
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) announced a new whitepaper, available for free download, which provides a vendor-neutral thermal guideline for liquid cooled data processing environments.
Dexter + Chaney has announced the creation of a new business unit — the Dexter + Chaney Operations Group — which will supply new construction software platforms and applications to those involved in construction operations across all phases of the project lifecycle.
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) will launch a new fall protection safety training program next year due to a new federal safety grant the association is being awarded.
United States shipments of central air conditioners and air-source heat pumps totaled 517,864 units in August 2011, up 18 percent from 439,551 units shipped in August 2010, according to Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) shipment data.
Rheem has announced the opening of a new research and development facility focused on developing integrated solutions for the company’s heating, cooling, water heating, and pool/spa heating product lines.
The ability of a wholesaler to grow a business and gain market share requires a multi-dimensional strategic plan that encompasses generating, managing, and sustaining growth.
It’s a tough crowd of consumers out there. According to distributors, consumer behavior is leading to a drop-off in the replacement market, as well as a drop-off in the high-end market. Yet despite these worrisome trends, distributors are still seeing areas of growth and employing smart tactics to keep their businesses in good shape.
The annual conference of the Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is right around the corner, and that means it’s time for a change in the organization’s leadership.
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