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Commercial Cooling Showcase 2026

Commercial Cooling Showcase 2026

New systems introduced just in time for summer
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
May 18, 2026
The ACHR NEWS highlights the latest cooling equipment heading into the summer season, giving contractors a side-by-side look at what manufacturers are bringing to market and how those offerings compare.
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Guest Column

Love Your Numbers

Clean numbers are not just accounting — they are the foundation for smarter leadership, stronger growth, and better business decisions.
Julian Scadden
Julian Scadden
May 17, 2026

Your numbers reveal problems long before they show up in your bank account, and they give you the confidence to make tough business decisions with clarity. 


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3 Ways for HVAC Contractors to Drive Growth in 2026

Growth doesn’t come from guesswork. It comes from planning and training
Business Development Resources (BDR)
May 16, 2026

BDR’s study showed that regularly reviewing financial statements and KPIs is closely tied to optimism, both about business growth and the broader economy. 


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2026 Summer Weather Outlook: Warmer-Than-Normal Summer Predicted for Much of U.S.

El Niño system in the Pacific will bring the heat to about three-quarters of states
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
May 15, 2026

HVAC contractors and technicians will likely be busy this summer, as chances for above-normal temperatures are predicted, with a few regions excepted.  


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Latest Suit to Allege Price-Fixing Seeks to Combine 4 Cases

At least 6 cases filed in federal court claim collusion by major manufacturers
The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
May 14, 2026

The latest lawsuit to claim collusion and price-fixing by manufacturers was filed May 11 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan by Husky Heating & Cooling, a contractor in Conway, Arkansas.



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1953: Refrigeration Creates Mass Marketing of Frozen Dinners

HVAC solutions help solve growing populations and prevent food waste
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
May 14, 2026

HVAC solutions help solve growing populations and prevent food waste 


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Surveys Show ‘Amazon Effect’ in HVAC Equipment Buying

Contractors can harness the trend by touting expertise, embracing ‘digital journey’
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
May 14, 2026

Residential customers are buying more equipment online, a trend that industry experts advise contractors to leverage. 


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Appeals Court Pauses Ruling Against Trump’s New 10% Global Tariffs

Tariffs imposed after Supreme Court ruled “Liberation Day” tariffs exceeded authority
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
May 13, 2026

A U.S. appeals court paused a ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade that would’ve prevented tariffs from being collected. 


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Modern Coils, New Risks: Rethinking HVAC Cleaning Practices

Experts say modern HVAC equipment demands more careful cleaning methods, better chemical discipline, and closer attention to coil type and operating environment.
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
May 13, 2026

Dirty coils still hurt performance, raise operating pressures, and contribute to costly failures, but cleaning them improperly can create a whole new set of problems. 


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It’s Allergy Season: Turning Irritants Into HVAC Opportunity

With this year’s pollen intensity, IAQ helps customers breathe easier
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
May 12, 2026

For HVAC contractors, allergy season is becoming more than a seasonal maintenance cycle. It is also an opportunity to educate customers on indoor air quality and provide solutions. 


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