Joanna R. Turpin

With the busy summer season right around the corner, HVACR contractors and distributors are worried there won’t be enough R-454B to meet customer demand. 

At the AHR Expo, companies highlighted products that not only reduce energy consumption, but also align with global decarbonization and electrification goals. 

The EPA is reconsidering the Technology Transition Rule, raising questions about what that means for manufacturers already using A2L refrigerants.

The brand-new EMCOR Training Center in Phoenix will be used to train union students on the commercial components and systems they will most likely encounter in the field. 

Low-GWP A2Ls provide a cost-effective alternative to pricier options like CO2 for commercial refrigeration equipment. They also feature a familiar architecture for technicians and deliver benefits such as energy efficiency and easier installation and maintenance. 

The Treasury Department announced that it will not enforce penalties or fines against U.S. companies that do not register under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). 

Elon Musk recently voiced his support for the trades, and TV personality Mike Rowe believes they could collaborate to highlight the excellent career opportunities available for young people. 

At the AHR Expo, companies showcased strategies and solutions aimed at helping contractors and end users comply with EPA’s refrigerant management regulations. 

Manufacturers at the AHR Expo showcased their emerging heat pump technologies, which are rapidly gaining traction as energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for heating and cooling.