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ACCA Endorses Employer-Directed Skills Act to Strengthen HVACR Workforce

February 14, 2026

The bill directly supports ACCA’s 2025-26 policy priority to strengthen the HVACR workforce by making federal workforce development funds more accessible to contractors’ in-house training programs.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Panama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity

BDC’s executive director shares how fast the market is shifting — and why contractor confidence will decide the next decade

Dylan Kurt

February 14, 2026

The U.S. is now the world’s top heat pump market. This episode explains how we got here and what comes next

Rheem and ecobee Partner to Launch the ecobee Smart Thermostat Lite

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 13, 2026

This solution delivers energy savings, seamless compatibility, and enhanced convenience for homeowners and contractors.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVAC Software’s Next Phase - Fewer Apps, Tighter Workflows

Bluon CEO Peter Capuciati explains why embedding tools inside platforms like ServiceTitan improves adoption, efficiency, and first-time fix rates

Dylan Kurt

February 13, 2026

On this episode of the NEWSMakers Podcast, Bluon CEO Peter Capuciati breaks down why embedding functionality directly into platforms like ServiceTitan may be the key to real technician buy-in.

Guest Column

Engineering Comfort and Confidence: How Four Star Mechanical Built Its Leadership in VRF Technology

Four Star has installed more than 2,500 tons of VRF capacity

Dan Vastyan

February 13, 2026

Ohio-based contractor shows how thoughtful planning, long-term partnerships, and high-quality installations have made them a top contractor for VRF technology.

1927: The First Affordable Fridge Comes to Market

Nicknamed for a warship, GE’s ‘Monitor-Top’ made home refrigeration widely accessible

Joanna R. Turpin

February 12, 2026

 When GE’s Monitor Top was introduced in 1927, it was considered to be the first affordable refrigerator in the U.S.

Trane Technologies to Acquire LiquidStack

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 11, 2026

The transaction is expected to close in early 2026, subject to closing conditions. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Dual Fuel Solutions Offer Peace of Mind

An HVAC Minute Video Update: February 10, 2026

Chris Gray

February 10, 2026

Contractors are leaning into dual fuel solutions as a way to give homeowners more efficient comfort, and better peace of mind.

AHR Expo Brings 53,315 HVACR Professionals to Las Vegas

Innovation, community, and the future of HVACR dominate the 2026 showfloor

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 10, 2026

AHR Expo is honored to provide the once-a-year opportunity for the full community to come together for a few days.

Carrier’s Residential Sales Plunge Nearly 40% in Q4

The decline was attributed to a weak housing market, destocking and a shift towards repairs

Joanna R. Turpin

February 10, 2026

Carrier’s residential sales dropped nearly 40% in Q4 as the channel destocked and homeowners delayed replacements. The company expects replacement demand to rebound later this year.