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Bell & Gossett Releases Q4 Little Red Schoolhouse Training Schedule

Systems-based training provides professional development to HVAC industry personnel
September 13, 2016

Xylem has announced the upcoming HVAC training schedule at its Bell & Gossett (B&G) Little Red Schoolhouse. Fourth-quarter classes are tailored toward the commercial hydronic heating and cooling industry.


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North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification ensures contractors, their employers, and prospective customers that the individual performing the work is qualified, educated, and knowledgeable.

NATE Certification Affirms Contracting Competency

NATE is developing new certifications to continue the progress of technicians nationwide
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Nick Kostora
September 12, 2016

Whatever their reasons may be for seeking out certification, NATE offers a bevy of programs and aims to help technicians across the country constantly improve themselves while also providing value to other segments of the industry.


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Centura College Brings HVAC Training to Richmond, Virginia

Certificate program to help meet the need for HVAC technicians
September 7, 2016

Centura College’s Richmond campus has announced a new Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Certificate program. Through this training, students will work hands-on with air conditioning and heating systems, residential and commercial refrigeration, heat pumps, hydronics, and more.


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HARDI Certifies 64 Members

Individuals complete Branch Manager and Sales Manager certification programs
September 5, 2016

HARDI announced 64 of its members recently completed the Branch Manager and Sales Manager certification programs.


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Carrier Announces Annual Distributor Scholarships

Foundation has awarded approximately $500,000 to 355 outstanding students since 1998
September 2, 2016

Carrier distributors nationwide have identified the recipients of their annual college scholarship, and awarded grants this year totaling nearly $40,000. Each year, the Carrier & Bryant Distributors’ Education Foundation awards 25 scholarships to outstanding students who are the children of Carrier and Bryant dealers.


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Numerous training and certification resources are available to geothermal HVAC contractors across the U.S. covering everything from system design and installation to inspection.

Geothermal Training Involves Entire Supply Chain

Organizations, manufacturers, distributors, and contractors collaborate for quality installations
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Jen Anesi
August 29, 2016

Geothermal manufacturers, distributors, and organizations like the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) have stepped up their training efforts to ensure HVACR contractors are installing and servicing geothermal equipment to the highest standard.


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Andrew Heitman is certified as an Energy Management Professional (EMP) and currently serves as president of EMP’s administering organization, the Energy Management Association (EMA).

EMP Certification Targets Energy Conservation, Building Performance

New credential combines energy analysis with commissioning
Kimberly Schwartz
August 22, 2016

A new credential — the Energy Management Professional (EMP) certification from Energy Management Association (EMA) — is training individuals to balance the goals of energy conservation and building performance, which, according to Andrew Heitman of Building Energy Sciences LLC, Pensacola, Florida, keeps customers happy.


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ACCA Launches Online Training for HVAC Office and Sales Staff

Program is broken into three parts for non-technical staff
August 19, 2016

ACCA has launched a new online training program, HVAC for Office & Sales Staff. The new program explains the basics of HVAC equipment, how important the HVAC contracting industry is, and how vital the role of each employee is in running a successful contracting company.


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Lennox Launches LennoxPROs.com for HVAC Professionals

Provides real-time access to essential parts and supplies and training tools
August 16, 2016

Lennox Industries has announced the launch of LennoxPROs.com, to help HVAC industry professionals drive sales, access product information, troubleshoot systems remotely, and train at anytime, anywhere, on any device.


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Hampden Engineering Establishes HVACR Educational Network

Company leaders will provide valuable input, knowledge, and analysis free of charge
August 15, 2016

Collaborating with industry-leading companies will allow Hampden Engineering to aid in the continued success and development of world-class HVACR educational programs.


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