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A.O. Smith Plans Sesquicentennial Celebration

Water heater manufacturer will also formally open its new factory in Mexico

September 6, 2024

“Our employees have made A. O. Smith what it is today — everyone has had an impact on our legacy,” said Kevin Wheeler, chairman and CEO at A.O. Smith.

Encompass Supply Chain Solutions Names New VP

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

September 6, 2024

Scott Pierson will lead Encompass Supply Chain's HVAC initiatives, an integral part of the company's parts distribution offerings.

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Refrigerant Detection Systems Sniff Out A2L Leaks

Carrier, Daikin, and Trane discuss how these safety features will work on their equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

September 6, 2024

RDSs are generally required in A2L systems that contain more than 4 pounds of refrigerant and can either be field or factory-installed, depending on the manufacturer.

Tween Has Waikiki Wish Granted by Service Experts and Make-A-Wish

12-year-old Anna was surprised with a Hawaiian-themed pep rally to celebrate her wish being granted

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

September 5, 2024

Teams from Wawasee Middle School, BW/Cook Service Experts of Elkhart, and Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana participated in a wish reveal for Anna, a 12-year-old from Kosciusko County.

HVAC Learning Platform Honored in Global Competition

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

September 5, 2024

HVAC Hero was founded by Nina Chen and Angela Son and is based in California. The team will get $50,000, as a Tools Competition winner, to improve the HVAC Hero platform.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Commercial HVAC Decarbonization

Kyle Gargaro

September 5, 2024

Chris Buttenham of Reins joins the NEWSmakers podcast to explain how HVAC contractors can use incentives with their employees.

Paschal Acquires Oklahoma-Based HVAC Contractor

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

September 5, 2024

The expansion will solidify Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric’s position in the home services industry and expand services to Oklahoma.

Study Shows What City Uses A/C the Most

An HVAC Minute Video Update: September 4, 2024

Hannah Belloli-Oster

September 4, 2024

A recent survey done by Daikin shows what state leads the globe in a/c usage.

SitePro Rentals Opens New North Texas Branch

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

September 4, 2024

The 17,000-square-foot SitePro facility in Sherman, Texas, is SitePro’s 19^th branch and its 13^th location in the Lone Star State,

A Closer Look at Ductless IAQ

Without ductwork, mini splits rely on different strategies to clear the air

Joanna R. Turpin

September 4, 2024

Without the ductwork found in traditional systems, ductless mini splits rely on advanced filtration, aftermarket accessories, and regular maintenance to maintain optimal indoor air quality.