HVAC Top Stories - Articles - Page 237

Proper Superheat Can Protect Compressor From Damage

Technicians should make sure that liquid refrigerant is not entering the compressor

September 28, 2022

One of the worst enemies of a compressor is liquid refrigerant, so technicians should make sure the refrigeration system has proper superheat in order to protect the compressor from damage that can occur from flooding or slugging.

HVAC Contractors: Don’t Ignore the Customer at the Door

Justin Jacobs

September 28, 2022

Reality strikes us pretty hard when we realize that most incoming leads a business receives are wasted. Are we asking for more customers while ignoring the one standing at the door, wanting to buy?

California Bans Natural Gas Furnaces

Kyle Gargaro

September 27, 2022

The California Air Resources Board unanimously voted to approve a proposal that would eliminate the sale of gas-powered furnaces and water heating appliances by 2030.

Will Humidification Stay ‘Hot’?

Improving indoor air quality through proper humidity control

Layan Dahhan

September 27, 2022

Whether it be a single-family household, school, or even a grocery store, all of those spaces need clean, high-quality air — which humidification plays a role in.

Indoor Air Quality and Decarbonization: A Healthy Balance

Trades, technologies must work in tandem to make these seemingly conflicting goals align

Hannah Belloli-Oster

September 26, 2022

Indoor air quality and decarbonization may seem to oppose each other, but with industry advances and the help of HVAC contractors, industry IAQ and decarbonization goals can be met.

Keys to Success in HVACR Automation

Techs need updated skills, collaboration, clear expectations

Matt Jachman

September 26, 2022

The market for automated systems in commercial buildings is growing rapidly, driven by increasing energy-efficiency goals, improving technology, and updated standards set by governments and professional associations.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVAC Supply Chain Issues

September 25, 2022

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Jeff Drees, CEO of Daikin Applied.

Senate Ratifies Kigali Amendment

Treaty to cut HFC use

Matt Jachman

September 23, 2022

The Kigali Amendment, already agreed to by more than 130 other countries, was ratified by the U.S. Senate on a bipartisan vote, 69-27, on September 21.

Designing an HVAC Sales Process

Scott Merritt

September 21, 2022

Whether it’s you, a sales manager, an outside firm, or even your lead salesperson, having a solid and standardized sales process is key to avoiding mistakes and maintaining your brand’s trust.

A Plan to Make Sure Your HVAC Technicians Get Properly Trained

Kyle Gargaro

September 21, 2022

In order to recruit and retain quality technicians, it needs to be more than just money. They need to feel they are a part of something and wanted to be rewarded for their hard work.