McKinstry Co. LLC receives the Right Stuff Business Award; Murphy Co. named a 2015 Efficiency Partner by Xcel Energy; more HVAC commercial contractor news briefs.
Distech Controls Inc. was recognized at the GPQQ as a grand prize laureate in the SME Independent Manufacturer category; more HVAC manufacturer news briefs.
AMCA names Tim Kilgore its 2015-2016 Board of Directors president; ACCA opens registration for ACCA 2016 conference; more HVAC organization news briefs.
Indianapolis employees volunteer to build Indiana home
December 18, 2015
Carrier announced the dedication of a home its employees helped construct with Habitat for Humanity® of Greater Indianapolis. The home, which also features Carrier heating and cooling products, is one of several projects Carrier executed in 2015 with the Habitat organization.
50 million households report calling for heating, plumbing, electrical, or other home service
December 18, 2015
Fleetmatics Group PLC, a leading global provider of fleet management solutions, announced the results of a KRC Research survey that uncovered how many Americans call for home repairs during the holiday season, and their experiences with residential service providers including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
Businesses expected to save $167 billion on their utility bills
December 18, 2015
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced new energy efficiency standards for commercial air conditioners and commercial warm air furnaces that DOE said will save more energy than any other standard issued to date.
It covers ac electrical drive systems rated 600 volts or less
December 18, 2015
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has announced the publication of NEMA ICS 7.2-2015 Application Guide for AC Adjustable Speed Drive Systems. This guide assists users in proper selection and application of alternating current (ac) adjustable speed drive systems.
Significant energy savings and emissions reductions are being achieved
December 17, 2015
Optimum Energy recognized Columbia University and partner, Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI), for the successful completion of Columbia's Campus Energy Renewal Project.
Actuated zone damper assemblies provide comfort in every room
December 17, 2015
Belimo Americas, a manufacturer of damper actuators and control valves for commercial HVAC, announced the availability of products for residential applications with select actuators, round damper assemblies, and pressure bypass damper controls.
Allied Air Enterprises has announced a price increase of up to 5 percent on residential and commercial equipment and accessories. The increase will apply to orders placed after Feb. 26, 2016.