Although the commercial market for cooling and heating equipment maintained steady growth, U.S. factory shipments of residential cooling and heating equipment declined in February, compared with the same month a year ago, according to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
In addition to the existing builder rebate that Rheem offers for HVAC and water heating products, a second rebate will be given when builders buy both HVAC and water heating products at the same time. From now until May 31, homebuilders can receive these rebates through the Builder Resources Inc. (BRI) incentive program.
The American Indoor Air Quality Council (IAQ Council) held its annual executive meeting in Phoenix, where volunteers representing all six IAQ Council certification boards, the corporate board of directors, the national advisory board, as well as the entire paid staff of the IAQ Council were present.
International Comfort Products’ (ICP’s) consumer promotion - the “Supersize Warranty” offer - adds up to five extra years of coverage at no additional cost, and is available on ICP brands of heating and cooling equipment, including Heil®, Tempstar®, Comfortmaker®, Arcoaire®, KeepRite®, and Day & Night™.
York® products from Johnson Controls Inc. has launched its 2008 spring promotion. By purchasing qualifying York equipment this spring, consumers can receive up to a $1,500 cash-back rebate or a free, 10-year extended warranty on parts and labor.
Clear Seas Research released four Clear reports to the HVAC industry. These reports are based on responses from HVAC contractors and wholesalers across the United States and are filled with “valuable data in easy-to-read charts with concise analysis and summaries.”
The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) provided an in-depth response to a proposed “California Energy Efficiency Strategic Plan.” The plan came about due to dissatisfaction with California’s Title 24 energy code verification plan on the part of the California Public Utilities Commission, and followed a series of meetings in which ACCA participated.
According to Trane, energy is the single largest operating expense and accounts for more than $100 billion in expenses for commercial buildings each year. With this in mind, the manufacturer has set out to help building owners and developers take the first step in lowering energy costs using Trane’s latest HVAC system designs - EarthWise systems.
Lennox and CIT Group Inc., a global commercial finance company, have struck a vendor financing agreement to serve commercial customers of Lennox’ North American commercial contractors. CIT Vendor Finance will provide financing to qualified commercial customers to help them upgrade their existing, less-efficient HVAC systems.
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