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A panel representing four major manufacturers discussed political and regulatory issues in front of HVACR distributors during the recent HARDI conference in Las Vegas. 

The latest figures from the AHRI show shipments of a/c units and heat pumps fell in November 2025 compared to the same time last year, while furnaces saw modest year-over-year gains.

Modern heat pumps are engineered for extreme cold, yet misconceptions persist. Field data and proper system design are changing how contractors approach winter heating solutions.

Many commercial buildings still rely on aging HVAC systems. A data-driven approach to audits, maintenance, and capital planning can unlock efficiency gains without a full overhaul.

When Nvidia’s CEO said the company’s latest AI system could be cooled with hot water and no chillers, investors reacted quickly. Shares of several HVAC manufacturers fell sharply, underscoring how closely tied the industry’s growth has become to data center cooling assumptions.

The new year kicks off with a high volume of increases across the board. 

Running a business doesn't solely need to be about growth. 

If defrost isn’t working, something in the chain is broken. This step-by-step approach shows you exactly where to look and what to test.

Despite signs of improvement heading into 2026, conditions remain fragile. Affordability pressures, tight lending standards, and elevated material costs are still shaping how — and where — projects move forward.