Joanna R. Turpin

Residential Heating Showcase 2022

Manufacturers introduce heating equipment for the cold winter months

Joanna R. Turpin

October 10, 2022

Every year, The ACHR NEWS introduces the latest heating equipment that is available for the upcoming winter season.

Finalizing the A2L Provisions in 2024 Mechanical Codes

ICC and IAPMO share how the new codes may address the use of lower-flammability refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

October 6, 2022

The ICC and IAPMO are in the process of updating their 2024 mechanical codes to include the use of A2L refrigerants in comfort cooling equipment, and contractors should become familiar with these new provisions.

California Bans Sale of Bulk R-410A and Other HFCs

Only reclaimed refrigerants will be available to service existing equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

October 5, 2022

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill (SB) 1206, which prohibits the sale or distribution of bulk HFCs that exceed a specified GWP.

Where Have All The Workers Gone?

The supply of available employees has been shrinking

Joanna R. Turpin

October 2, 2022

The HVACR industry has been experiencing a labor shortage for decades, and the latest trends aren’t looking great.

Bill Gates and Others Back New Cooling Technologies

Decarbonization and the HFC phasedown are spawning innovation in the HVAC industry

Joanna R. Turpin

September 15, 2022

A raft of new companies and research groups are researching how to reduce carbon and refrigerant emissions, and the result is a number of promising cooling innovations, which could bring significant changes to the HVAC industry.

What’s Your Plan For DOE’s 2023 Energy Efficiency Standards?

How contractors handle inventory for the rest of the year is crucial

Joanna R. Turpin

September 6, 2022

Under the new energy efficiency standards, the minimum efficiency of residential equipment will increase approximately 7%, or the equivalent of 1 SEER point. So what should contractors be doing to prepare?

Refrigeration Showcase 2022

Equipment, controls, and components featured

Joanna R. Turpin

August 29, 2022

From ice machines to reach-ins to controls to components, the Showcase is designed to educate contractors about the new commercial and industrial refrigeration products available, so they can help their customers make the right choice for their application.

Six Ways OEMs Can Reduce Leaks in Refrigeration Equipment

NASRC research group outlines specific measures that could mitigate refrigerant leaks

Joanna R. Turpin

August 23, 2022

Food retailers have identified the top refrigerant leak issues in refrigeration equipment and developed specific equipment specifications that could help mitigate those leaks.

Economic Headwinds Going Into Second Half of 2022

Supply chain issues, high gas prices, rising interest rates, and inflation are weighing on HVAC industry

Joanna R. Turpin

August 18, 2022

The year started out strong for the HVAC industry, but there are economic headwinds going into the second half of 2022.

More States to Allow A2L in A/C Systems

Updating building codes allows for the use of this mildly flammable refrigerant

Joanna R. Turpin

August 3, 2022

Alternatives to R-410A are mildly flammable (A2L) and many state building codes do not yet allow their use in stationary comfort cooling equipment. But that is changing quickly.